Riding The 'Silver Dragon,' Surfers Tame China's 10-Foot River Waves
The Qiantang Tidal Bore, a big river wave that forms during China's Mid-Autumn Festival, barrels upstream for miles through the crowded city of Hangzhou.
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Free Syrian Army Struggles To Maintain Control In Two-Front War
Robert Siegel speaks with Noah Bonsey, senior Syria analyst for the International Crisis Group, about the state of the Free Syrian Army.
Mexican Crackdown Slows Central American Immigration To U.S.
Under pressure from the United States, Mexico has begun arresting and deporting tens of thousands of Central Americans long before they reach the U.S. border.
How Do You Catch Ebola: By Air, Sweat Or Water?
Americans have many questions — and misconceptions — about the deadly virus that's rapidly spreading in West Africa. We asked two scientists to explain more about how Ebola is transmitted.
Kate Bush Sells Out 22 Shows In Less Than 15 Minutes
Kate Bush fans have waited 35 years for her to go on tour. The rather reclusive British singer-songwriter has launched her first live shows since 1979 — but she's performing all of them in London.
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford Withdraws Re-Election Bid
He says he is seeking treatment for a tumor in his abdomen. His brother Doug Ford will run in his place. Earlier this year, Rob Ford took time off from his job to seek help for substance abuse.
10 Arrested In Pakistan Over 2012 Attack On Malala Yousafzai
The army says the men were ordered by the Pakistani Taliban to kill the teenager who has stood against extremist attempts to prevent girls from attending school.
Ukraine, Rebels Swap Prisoners As Part Of Cease-Fire Deal
The late-night prisoner exchange, involving dozens of captives on both sides, comes as the European Union has stepped up sanctions on Moscow for its involvement in the conflict.
Northern Ireland Unionist Hard-Liner Ian Paisley Dies At 88
The Protestant cleric who bitterly opposed the IRA later forged an unlikely friendship with senior Sinn Fein leader Martin McGuinness.
Expanding ISIS Fight Scrambles GOP Plan To Extend Budget And Get Out
House Republicans were hoping for a smooth two weeks before hitting the campaign trial, but a request to arm Syrian rebels has muddled that, as well as the one bill that must pass before they leave.