Trump Leaves Open Possibility of Military Action Against North Korea

President Donald Trump left open the possibility of military action against North Korea in an interview aired Sunday, adding that he “will not be happy” if Pyongyang conducts another missile test.

National Security Chief Tells South Korea U.S. Will Pay for Defense System

The comments by Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster appeared to undo President Trump’s remark earlier that South Korea should pay for the Thaad system.

North Korean Missile Launch Appears to Fail

A North Korean missile launch appeared to fail early Saturday morning Seoul time, raising tensions again as the U.S. seeks to rein in the North’s nuclear and missile development programs.

U.S. Presses for Tougher Global Action on North Korea

U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson told a session of the United Nations Security Council that all nations should downgrade ties with North Korea and urged more diplomatic and economic pressure on Kim Jong Un’s regime to confront the nuclear threat from Pyongyang.

Trump Plays North Korean Game of Risk

Trading on its perceived higher tolerance for conflict and loss of life, North Korea for decades has used the prospect of war to gain leverage in negotiations—but this time Donald Trump seems willing to respond with brinkmanship of his own.

Trump Remarks on Trade, Missile Defense Rattle South Korea

U.S. President Donald Trump raised new doubts in South Korea about two pillars of bilateral ties by saying he wants to renegotiate a free-trade deal and have Seoul pay for an American missile-defense system intended to shield the country against any North Korean attack.

U.S. Floats Talks With North Korea, Shuns Regime Change

The Trump administration said Thursday that it is not seeking to overthrow North Korean leader Kim Jong Un over his nuclear weapons program and would consider holding talks, if Pyongyang pursues “the right agenda.”

Russian Military Ship Sinks in Black Sea After Collision With Freighter

A Russian military reconnaissance ship sank in the Black Sea following a collision with a cargo ship, an incident that underscores the generally tired state of the Russian navy.

Explosion Rocks Damascus Airport

Israel neither confirms nor denies its involvement but a government minister says the blast is ‘consistent’ with Israel policy of preventing Iranian-supplied arms from reaching the Lebanese group Hezbollah.

Macron, Le Pen Clash at Closing Whirlpool Plant

French presidential candidates on Wednesday turned a Whirlpool Corp. factory threatened with closure into a impromptu stage for an ideological battle over how to revive the country’s declining industrial might.

White House Intervened to Toughen Letter on Iran Nuclear Deal

The White House last week rejected a State Department letter that declared Iran in compliance with a landmark nuclear deal, insisting on far tougher wording, according to senior U.S. officials.

U.S. Tariffs Pose New Reckoning on Canada’s Lumber Sector

The Trump administration’s action on softwood lumber this week puts to the test Canadian lumber producers’ bid to inoculate themselves from U.S. trade risks by ramping up sales to China and buying sawmills in the southern U.S.

Canada Reacts Coolly to U.S. Lumber Move

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said he intended to speak firmly yet reasonably with President Donald Trump about the U.S. slapping a 20% tariff on Canadian softwood lumber and Mr. Trump’s escalating rhetoric.

Marine Le Pen’s Bid to Lead France Hinges on Low Turnout

Breaking with a longstanding tradition of French voters setting personal beliefs aside to coalesce behind whoever could block the National Front, many voters on the left and the right plan to stay home for the second round.

Will Emmanuel Macron Be Able to Run France?

Political novice Emmanuel Macron is widely expected to win the French presidency on May 7, but he will need a big victory in yet another crucial round of elections to become more than a mere figurehead.

28 Ways to Save Money for Your Big Trip

Saving up funds for a big trip can be challenging, yet people who are serious about traveling are always pulling it off. Katie Hammel has collected 28 expert ideas, and even doing just a few of these will go a long way.

French Vote Fuels Hopes for Growth

The ascension of centrist Emmanuel Macron as the heavy favorite in France’s presidential race spurred investors to set aside the political worries that have long plagued European markets and to make new bets on economic growth.

U.S. to Slap Canada’s Lumber Producers With a 20% Import Tariff

The Trump administration is taking retaliatory action against Canada over a trade dispute, moving to impose a 20% tariff on softwood lumber that is typically used to build single-family homes.

Euro Jumps as French Election Reshapes European Markets

The euro, French government bonds and European stocks closed sharply higher in the wake of the first round of France’s presidential election, with centrist former economy minister Emmanuel Macron edging out far-right politician Marine Le Pen.

French Presidential Runoff Heralds New Political Era

Emmanuel Macron and Marine Le Pen led the first round of voting in France’s presidential election, as voters redrew the political map, placing the European Union at the center of a new political divide.

North Korea Arrests U.S. Citizen

North Korea has arrested a U.S. citizen in Pyongyang, according to people familiar with the matter, adding another potential flashpoint with the U.S. at a time of increasingly heated rhetoric.

France’s Tense Presidential Election Gets Under Way

French voters headed to the polls Sunday for the first round of a closely contested presidential election that has turned into a referendum on the future of France’s generous entitlement system and on the nation’s place in the European Union, amid heightened security days after a terror attack in the capital.

France Pauses for Breath on Eve of Unpredictable Election

A day before the first round of a tightly fought presidential election, French voters used the sudden quiet provided by the end of official campaigning to ponder how to wield their ballots.

Taliban’s Deadliest Attack Since Ouster Takes Heavy Toll

The death toll from a Taliban attack on the Afghan army’s northern headquarters rose to at least 130 people, a day after militants breached the base hidden in military vehicles in the group’s deadliest assault since it was ousted from power in 2001.

Taliban Fighters Infiltrate Afghan Army Base, Kill 130

Taliban fighters entered the Afghan army’s regional headquarters for the north hidden in military vehicles and went on a shooting spree that killed more than 100 people, in the latest sign of an emboldened insurgency that threatens the central government.

French Presidential Candidates Take Positions on Paris Attack

Candidates locked in a four-way presidential race seized on the Champs-Élysées attack in an attempt to gain an edge before voting begins.

Paris Gunman Was Questioned by Police in February

The attacker who opened fire on the Champs-Élysées was a French national and was a suspected threat to public security. He was released after questioning in February due to lack of evidence, the police said.

Gunman Opens Fire on Champs-Élysées

A police officer was killed and another severely wounded on the central Paris boulevard and the attacker was killed in return fire, prompting prosecutors to launch a terror probe.

Deciding Where to Go

Now that you’ve made the decision to go on a RTW trip, what’s next? The planning seems overwhelming at times, so that’s why Adam Seper is here to give you tips on how to choose your destinations and route.

French Industrial Decline Fuels Le Pen’s Rise

Far-right nationalist Marine Le Pen has surged in industrial cities like Amiens, where Whirlpool’s decision to close a factory has helped the candidate tap into voter anger with the European Union and political elite.

Mainstream European Leaders Try New Election Tactic: Full Embrace of the EU

To counter rising Euroskeptic and nationalist parties, candidates for the leadership of France and Germany are embracing the EU and its single currency. It’s a switch in style that will get a big test in French presidential elections that start this weekend.

Carrier Threat Wasn’t All It Seemed

The Navy confirmed it didn’t send one of its aircraft carriers directly toward North Korea amid growing tensions with Pyongyang, despite representations by President Donald Trump and his top defense advisers that it was on its way.

Britain Gears Up for One-Issue Election

June’s general election in Britain will be dominated by one issue: Brexit. The two main political parties and their voters are split over Brexit—and the big question is to what extent will people change their traditional voting behavior according to their views on the European Union.

U.K.’s Theresa May Calls Early Election, Seeking Brexit Leverage

British Prime Minister Theresa May said she would call an early general election on June 8 in a move that if she wins could give her more leeway in coming negotiations with the European Union.

15 of the Weirdest Roadside Attractions in America

Giant condiments, buildings in the shape of animals, and cars arranged to mimic ancient ruins. Val Bromann shows you some of the weirdest roadside attractions America has to offer.

Turkish Opposition Plans Challenge to President’s Referendum Victory

The political rivals of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan were preparing to file formal objections to a closely-contested vote that, should results stand, would centralize governing powers in his presidential office and radically alter Turkey’s democracy.

Turkey’s Erdogan Declares Victory in Referendum to Expand Presidential Powers

Turkish voters narrowly passed a controversial referendum that will concentrate more power in the office of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan after a tight race marred by allegations of unfair campaigning and voter fraud.

North Korea Tries to Launch Missile Amid U.S. Tensions

The ballistic missile “blew up almost immediately” after it was fired, U.S. military officials said. The failed launch came less than a day after leader Kim Jong Un paraded a never-before-seen long-range missile through Pyongyang.

Turks Head to Polls in Constitutional Referendum

The Turks vote on whether to vastly expand powers of the president. Backers of the changes say they would strengthen the government at a dangerous time; critics warn they could set the country on the path to dictatorship.

Amid U.S. Tensions, North Korea Parades New Long-Range ‘Frankenmissile’

Pyongyang displayed what appeared to be a new intercontinental ballistic missile at a military parade held amid tensions over the possibility of a military confrontation between the U.S. and North Korea.

U.S., Afghan Forces Begin Clean Up After Massive Bomb Blast

The death toll caused by a nearly 22,000-pound American bomb strike against Islamic State in eastern Afghanistan approached 100, as commando units discovered bodies in caves during an operation to clear the site.

Trump Gives Generals More Freedom on ISIS Fight

U.S. military commanders are stepping up their fight against Islamist extremism, though President Donald Trump has yet to outline a global strategy for defeating Islamic State.

Round the World Travel Budgets Revealed: The Real Costs of 10 Real Trips

Instead of just telling you that RTW travel can be for anyone, it’s now time to show you. We gathered 11 RTW travelers and asked them the ins and outs of their budget. We have exact numbers for you that show where people went, how they traveled, how long they were gone, and most importantly, how much they spent.

Turkish Vote to Broaden Erdogan’s Powers Is No Sure Thing

A Turkish constitutional overhaul that is at stake in a referendum Sunday would ensure stability, President Erdogan says; foes from across the political spectrum fear for democracy if changes that would undercut the parliamentary system pass.

U.S. Drops Its Largest Nonnuclear Bomb on ISIS in Afghanistan

The U.S. military dropped the largest nonnuclear bomb in its arsenal Thursday on an Islamic State tunnel complex in eastern Afghanistan, the Pentagon said.

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Trump Says He Offered China Better Trade Terms in Exchange for Help on North Korea

President Donald Trump said Wednesday he has offered Chinese President Xi Jinping a more favorable trade deal for Beijing in exchange for his help on confronting the threat of North Korea.

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A Day After Attack, Grief Turns to Anger for Egypt’s Christian Minority

The twin suicide blasts that killed more than 40 people have fueled criticism among the country’s Christians that the government is ill-equipped to protect them.

U.S. Rips Russia, Assad as Talks Near

Top U.S. officials dialed up their criticism of Moscow and blasted Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad Sunday, heightening tensions in advance of Secretary of State Rex Tillerson’s visit to Moscow this week.

Blasts Hit Two Egyptian Churches, Killing at Least 36

Twin blasts struck Coptic churches in Egypt as worshipers gathered for Palm Sunday services, killing at least 36 people, as violence escalates against the country’s Christian population.

Iran Seeks Stronger Russia Alliance After U.S. Strikes in Syria

The head of Iran’s army, Maj. Gen. Mohammad Baqeri, and his Russian counterpart vowed continued cooperation, while warplanes from Syria’s Shayrat Airfield launched a new strike in Idlib province.

Syria Strike Sends Russia a Signal

President Donald Trump’s quick-fire decision to strike a Syrian regime air base sent a shot across Russia’s bow, signaling that his administration is more willing to use force than its predecessor, even if it means riling the Kremlin and its allies.

U.S. Strike on Syria Shakes Up ISIS Fight

Moscow swiftly suspended an agreement with Washington for military coordination in Syrian skies on Friday following the U.S. missile attack on a Syrian base, in a new complication for the Trump administration’s key priority of fighting Islamic State.

U.S. Launches Cruise Missiles at Syrian Air Base

The U.S. military launched a series of strikes against a Syrian airbase, a response to mounting calls for a display of force in the wake of this week’s suspected chemical weapons attack in Syria.

Trump Vows Syria Response, Military Draws Up Options

The U.S. military is crafting options to strike Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime as President Donald Trump vowed a U.S. response to this week’s suspected chemical weapons attack in Syria and said “something should happen” with the Syrian leader.

Syria Deaths Linked to Chemical Weapons, Autopsies Show

Autopsy results of three victims of the gas attack in Syria show clear evidence their deaths were linked to chemical weapons, Turkey’s justice minister said Thursday.

5 Road Schooling Ideas

One important aspect of long term travel with kids that must be considered is education. Jenn Miller has home schooled her kids since birth and is in her eighth year of road schooling them as they adventure. Read along and think through your philosophy, curriculum options, and hands on ideas for how to make it happen as you hit the road.

Trump Signals Change in Syria Policy

President Donald Trump on Wednesday called the suspected chemical weapons attack on civilians in Syria “a terrible affront to humanity” and hinted that a change in U.S. policy may be the result.

Death Toll in Suspected Syria Gas Attack Rises

World Health Organization says victims showed signs of exposure to a nerve agent.

Trump and China: Ahead of Summit, Both Sides Try to Reset Volatile Relationship

Donald Trump and China’s leader Xi Jinping meet this week for their first summit, at the president’s Mar-a-Lago estate, with both invested in dreams of national greatness. The meeting’s success hinges in part on whether aides have created adequate grounds for a working relationship.

Syrian Activists Say Dozens Dead in Chemical Attack

Syrian regime or allied Russian aircraft are accused of carrying out a chemical attack that killed at least 58 people, including 11 children, in a rebel-held town.

11 Traditional Breakfasts From Around the World

You’re going to want breakfast on that round the world trip, so Esha Samajpati gets you acquainted with eleven traditional ones from around the world.

10 Killed in St. Petersburg, Russia Subway Blast

A blast tore through a subway train in St. Petersburg, Russia, on Monday, killing 10 people and injuring dozens more, officials said.

Kushner Arrives in Iraq

President Trump’s senior adviser and son-in-law Jared Kushner arrived in Baghdad in a surprise visit to meet U.S. and Iraqi officials and to receive military briefings on the fight against Islamic State.

Syria’s Civil War Produces a Clear Winner: Hezbollah

The Lebanese militant group, labeled a terror organization by the U.S., has grown stronger through its support of the Assad regime, battling Syrian rebels alongside Russian forces and training local Shiite fighters

Colombia Searches for Survivors of Flood, Landslide

In boats, in helicopters and on foot, Colombia’s army and emergency response teams continued their search Sunday morning for survivors of a flood and landslide in remote Putumayo state that left more than 200 people dead and more than 200 others missing, officials said.

Trump, Reshaping Syria Policy, Sets Aside Demand for Assad’s Ouster

Senior Trump administration officials, reshaping U.S. policy in the Middle East, have declared formally in recent days that Washington no longer is focused on the ouster of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad as a top priority.

Protests Flare in Paraguay Congress Over Vote to Extend President’s Term

Paraguayan senators approved a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow the election of a president to a second term, a move called illegal by opposition members. The vote was followed by clashes outside the congress building.