International

ELECTIONS October 22

The 1.6M voters who could determine the US election don’t currently reside in the country

An estimated 1.6 million U.S. voters living overseas are eligible to vote in one of seven swing states – which could swing the presidential election.

LIFESTYLE October 18

On this day in history, October 18, 1867, United States purchases Alaska from Russia for cool $7.2 million

The United States formally secured the acquisition of the vast Alaska territory from Russia on Oct. 18, 1867. The data is celebrated as Alaska Day and is a statewide holiday today.

Vladimir Putin September 3

Mongolia ignores ICC demands to arrest Putin during state visit

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Mongolia for a state visit this week despite an International Criminal Court warrant for his arrest.

Travel Safety June 27

Safest destinations for a solo traveler: Tokyo, Stockholm and other memorable vacation spots

Here is a guide to safe and exciting travel destinations for solo travelers, including Reykjavik, Iceland; Tokyo; Wellington, New Zealand; Stockholm and Singapore.

LIFESTYLE May 26

10 delicious all-American summertime foods enjoy surprising overseas origins

Here's a look at 10 of the most iconic all-American summertime foods, from cheeseburgers to apple pie, that arrived in the New World only after the Columbus Exchange.

Media March 28

Head Of United Nations calls for reparations to 'overcome generations of exclusion and discrimination'

The head of the United Nations called for reparations to "overcome generations of exclusion and discrimination" during their International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery.

Polls March 27

Over one-third of US adults would move to foreign country if able: poll

A poll from Monmouth University released this week showed one-third of adults in the United States say they would resettle in another country if it was possible for them.

NASA March 12

4 ISS astronauts from 4 different countries return to Earth after replacements arrive

Four astronauts from four different countries returned to Earth after six months in orbit onboard the International Space Station. They landed in the Gulf of Mexico near Florida.

Sharks February 6

Study finds 10 people killed in unprovoked shark attacks last year, above global average: 'A bit unnerving'

A new report says 10 people died from unprovoked shark attacks last year. It also breaks down bites worldwide, and where they are most likely to occur.

Australia February 2

Australian ship ordered to turn back from Red Sea, livestock stuck on board

An Australian ship carrying thousands of sheep and cows was ordered to return to port due to risk of attack in the Red Sea. The animals are now stuck on board outside Australia.