U.S. Cuts $1 Billion in Aid As Political Chaos Roils Afghanistan
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced the aid cut after traveling to Afghanistan in bid to resolve power struggle splitting the government.

Israel's new government sparks concern for the future of its democracy
Far-right changes to Israel's government have some experts and citizens concerned for the future rule of law in the country.
By Reuters / AP
Blinken meets with Netanyahu amid Israeli-Palestinian violence
Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Israel during a "pivotal moment" in Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
By Ronaldo Schemidt / AP
Suicide bomber kills 47, wounds over 150 at Pakistan mosque
The Pakistani Taliban, also known as Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan or TTP, claimed responsibility for the attack in the northwestern city of Peshawar.
By Muhammad Sajjad / APTop Stories

Mount Washington to reach wind chills of -100F, as cold as Mars
The Mars Curiosity rover has recorded nighttime temperatures in recent days of 105 degrees below zero. Temperatures don't often get that low on Earth.
By Robert F. Bukaty / AP
Why are more states changing pay transparency laws?
New laws mean more employers are required to share salary data with prospective employees.
By Julia Nikhinson / AP
Man arrested in connection to Dallas Zoo monkey thefts
24-year-old Davion Irvin was booked into the Dallas County jail Thursday and charged with six counts of animal cruelty, police said.
By Dallas Zoo