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Volkswagen Emissions Scandal: Almost 3 Million Cars Were Equipped With Cheating Software in Germany

VW names new CEO Volkswagen equipped almost 3 million cars in Germany with the software that allowed it to cheat on emissions tests, the country's transport minister said on Friday.

Qatar World Cup 2022: Tournament Date Announced; Will Be Played for 28 Days?

In 2022, the World Cup will be played in November and will last until December. The 2022 World Cup in Qatar will start on Monday, Nov. 22 and will conclude on Sunday, Dec.

Ayotzinapa Students: Parents of Missing 43 Students Reject Mexico's Plans to Investigate

A year after the world was shocked by disappearance of 43 students who went missing in the southwestern city of Iguala, President Enrique Peña Nieto has announced the creation of a special team to take over the investigation.

Putin, Elton John Call: Russian Leader Talks with British Gay Singer About LGBT Rights in Russia

Russian President Vladimir Putin called up English rock legend Elton John to propose a meeting. Russian President Vladimir Putin called English rock legend Elton John to propose a meeting on Thursday.

Chile, Bolivia Relations: International Court of Justice Rules It Will Hear Bolivia's Case Over Coastline

The International Court of Justice has ruled that it will continue to hear a dispute between Bolivia and Chile over a coastline.

Australian Minister Wants to Deny Chris Brown Visa

Australian Immigration Minister Peter Dutton may refuse Chris Brown a visa, which would force the troubled R&B singer to cancel his planned tour of three concerts down under.

Boca Manu Hostages: Over 35 Tourists Held in Remote Peruvian Village

More than 35 tourists visiting Peru's Madre de Dios Region have been taken hostage by local leaders trying to force the central government in Lima to advance a highway project, Peruvian media reports.

Hajj Stampede 2015: 717 People Killed in Saudi Arabia Holy Site

At least 717 people have been killed during the Hajj pilgrimage near the Islamic holy city of Mecca.

Chinese President: I'm No Frank Underwood

Chinese President Xi Jinping is no Frank Underwood, the leader of the Asian nation of more than 1.3 billion people told a Seattle audience on Tuesday.

OPM Data Breach: Number of Stolen Federal Fingerprint Records Exceeds Original Estimate

The number of fingerprint records of federal employees that have fallen into the hands of hackers is far higher than originally thought, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the Department of Defense said.

Volkswagen Torture Scandal: Brazilian Lawsuit Claims Automaker Allowed Torture

A dozen former Volkswagen employees in Brazil have filed a civil lawsuit against the automobile company.

Colombia Peace Talks: FARC, Juan Manuel Santos Announce Breakthrough in Peace Process

The 50-year conflict between the Colombian government and the country's leftist guerrillas may be coming to an end, as President Juan Manuel Santos and the leader of the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC) announced a breakthrough on Thursday in Havana.

Russia To Reopen Romanov Family Murder Case of 1918

Russia's Investigative Committee have reopened the Romanov Family Murder Case of 1918. It was ordered by the Russian Orthodox Church, who wants to confirm the remaining bodies of Maria and Alexei so that they can be laid to rest along with the other members of the Romanov family.

Telica Volcano Erupts: Nicaragua on High Alert as Ash Rises Above Volcano [Watch]

The Telica volcano located in northwestern Nicaragua has once again erupted, after it started spewing smoke on Wednesday.

Mexico Tourist Deaths: Bodies of Mexican Tourists Killed by Egyptian Forces Return Home

The bodies of eight Mexican tourists who were accidentally killed by Egyptian forces have been sent back home.

North Korea Planning to Launch Satellite in Coming Weeks

North Korea may be planning a satellite launch sometime in the next few weeks, CNN reports. North Korea may be planning a satellite launch sometime in the next few weeks.

Guyana: Venezuela Has Moved Troops to Disputed Border Area

In the midst of the crisis along its western border with Colombia, Venezuela has moved troops to an eastern area near the contested Essequibo region, long administered by Guyana, Guyanese President David Granger said on Tuesday.

Xi Jinping US Visit: China's President Visits US Tech Firms, Boeing

President Xi will visit Boeing and MicrosoftChinese officials want to form stronger relationships with American companies, leading Chinese President Xi Jinping to visit several companies in Seattle this week, before his trip to Washington D.C. on Friday.

English Premier League: Chelsea Striker Diego Costa Banned for Violent Conduct

The Chelsea striker has been banned for three games after an incident with Arsenal's Laurent Koscielny.

Bangkok Bombing Update: Malaysian Police Possibly Identified 2 Bangkok Bombing Suspects

Malaysian officials believe they may have identified the two men responsible for the Bangkok bombing that occurred last month.
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