ROK seeks talks with DPRK over family reunions

The Republic of Korea proposed on Monday to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea that the two sides hold senior-level talks next week to discuss having another round of reunions of war-separated families.

Seoul to offer $13.3m in aid to Pyongyang

The Republic of Korea will offer $13.3 million in humanitarian aid to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea through international agencies, Seoul's Unification Ministry said on Monday.

Israelis, Palestinians begin new talks

Israeli and Palestinian negotiators resumed indirect talks mediated by Egypt on Monday on ending the month-old Gaza war, Egypt's state news agency said, as a new 72-hour truce appeared to be holding.

Erdogan starts search for new PM

Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan was convening his ruling party leadership Monday to find a new premier for Turkey following his victory in the country's historic first direct vote for president.

Rioting erupts after black teen shot dead

Rioting and looting erupted in Ferguson, Missouri, late on Sunday and spread to neighboring towns as protests over the killing of a black teenager by a police officer turned violent, police said.

Ukraine's forces 'close to retaking Donetsk'

The Ukrainian military said on Monday it was preparing for the "final stage" of taking back the city of Donetsk from separatists after making significant gains that have split rebel forces on the ground.

Rocket leads to prison break

Rockets slammed into a high-security prison on Monday in the rebel-held city of Donetsk, igniting a riot that allowed more than 100 prisoners to flee, authorities in eastern Ukraine said.

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German coalition partners bicker over arms exports

Vice-chancellor: Be more watchful when giving weapon sales licenses

Carbon credit plan offers cash lifeline

When 61-year-old Mercy Joshua was young, the vast forests of southeastern Kenya teemed with wildlife, but decades of unchecked deforestation by locals have devastated the land.

News providers say future of wearable technology is bright

Even if you don't open a newspaper, turn on a television, log on to a computer or pull out a smartphone, you can get news - from wearable technology.

Plane crash in Iran kills 39 on board

Engine failure brings aircraft down shortly after takeoff from Teheran