Analysis: John Kerry's Shanghai visit tests whether US and China can cooperate and disagree at the same time

The bipolar nature of the current US-China relationship is on full display this week, as envoys from Washington land in both Taipei and Shanghai, prompting Beijing to issue angry rebukes and hopes for greater engagement respectively.

Democrats to introduce bill to expand Supreme Court to 13 justices

Republicans are expected to fiercely oppose such a bill.

Jon Stewart advocates for Iraq and Afghanistan war veterans

Comedian and advocate Jon Stewart appeared on Capitol Hill this week supporting legislation for veterans suffering from illnesses believed to be related to toxic exposure during overseas deployment.

Colorful coffins lighten mood at New Zealand funerals

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — When the pallbearers brought Phil McLean's coffin into the chapel, there were gasps before a wave of laughter rippled through the hundreds of mourners. The...

France cuts two submarines in half to make one new one

A French nuclear-powered submarine severely damaged by fire last year has been saved from the scrapyard -- by cutting it in two and welding the salvageable half to part of another decommissioned sub.

Biden on Afghanistan withdrawal: 'It's time to end America's longest war'

The president announced the withdrawal in the same room where former President George W. Bush announced the war in Afghanistan's start.

U.S. Vice President Harris plans visits to Mexico and Guatemala

Vice President Kamala Harris said on Wednesday she intends to visit Mexico and Guatemala soon as part of her plan to use diplomatic efforts to slow migration to the U.S.-Mexican border.

Nepal's rhino population grows as pandemic pauses tourism

Nepal's population of one-horned rhinos has increased to its highest number in more than 20 years, partly owing to a pause in tourism due to the Covid-19 pandemic that allowed the animals' habitats to regenerate, conservationists said.

Biden set to issue sweeping sanctions against Russia

The sanctions, which may be issued as soon as Thursday, are expected to target over 30 Russian entities and include the expulsion of at least 10 Russian individuals.

Forget SUVs. These auto makers think tiny electric cars are the next big thing

Americans have long had a love affair with big SUVs that can carry more people and stuff than they usually need to transport and go much further than most of us drive in a day. But now there's a number of start ups that are betting they can sell car shoppers on vehicles that offer the exact opposite.

Teen sensation picks up Australia contract, three-time T20WC winner retires

Eighteen-year-old fast-bowler Darcie Brown has been rewarded with a Cricket Australia contract for 2021-22 after impressing on the tour of New Zealand.

Reanimating ‘Cabaret,’ One Frame at a Time

A first look at extraordinary images from the groundbreaking 1966 musical turns Broadway history into something that’s (literally) moving.

Disney Theme Parks Changing Staff Dress Code as Part of Drive Towards Inclusivity - IGN

Disney has updated its dress code for theme park employees to include gender-inclusive hairstyles, visible tattoos, and more.

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Former US official: Taiwan-US partnership stronger than ever

TAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) — Taiwan's president and an unofficial delegation of former senior U.S. government officials sent by President Joe Biden reaffirmed “rock solid” U.S.-Taiwan ties, amid...