This Iraqi sniper picks off ISIS fighters as they hide behind human shields
For the past few months, police have gained a higher profile taking out ISIS positions.
British Prime Minister Theresa May calls general election for June 8
May made the announcement in an unscheduled statement outside her office and residence in Downing Street, central London.
Abused circus bears get second lease of life in Ukraine
Dental treatment by the best vets, open air and fresh fish instead of dubious leftovers and abuse — life has changed markedly for brown bears rescued from Ukrainian circuses and restaurants and given a second lease of life in the city of Zhytomyr. Video provided by AFP
Mike Pence says ‘all options are on the table’ with North Korea
Vice President Mike Pence wants U.S. allies in the Asia-Pacific region to focus on North Korea. Video provided by Newsy
Pence says U.S. stands by Japan on North Korea
Pence struck a stern tone as he began talks with Abe and other Japanese leaders after arriving at a U.S. naval base from South Korea.
Trump to sign ‘Buy American, Hire American’ executive order
The order calls for reforms to guest worker programs and federal purchasing.
White House: nuclear North Korea is in no one’s interests
White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer says that “a nuclear-capable North Korea is not in anybody’s best interests”, during the daily press briefing. Video provided by AFP
How Turkey’s new constitution changes the power of the presidency
Citizens will vote on constitutional amendments that would give President Recep Tayyip Erdogan an enormous amount of power. Video provided by Newsy
U.S.: China sends ‘positive signals’ it will help defuse North Korea crisis
The U.S. wants to see an end to North Korean tests of banned weapons and missiles.
China’s economy grows 6.9% in Q1 on manufacturing, energy output
China’s economy grew 6.9% in the first quarter due to greater manufacturing and energy output.
