International

Meet the people safeguarding the sacred forests and lagoons of West Africa
In parts of West Africa, communities have designated biodiversity hotspots sacred and measure their value by the peace of mind they provide, rather than in dollars and cents.
Russia and Ukraine battle daily in the sky. So where are the pilots?
Russia and Ukraine are waging a fierce war in the sky involving missiles, drones and air defense systems. Yet one thing makes this fight distinctive from previous air wars: pilots are extremely rare.
Junk food companies say they're trying to do good. A new book raises doubts
As the marketing of soda and fast food ramps up around the world, the companies involved forge partnerships to help the poor. The new book 'Junk Food Politics' casts a critical eye at their efforts.
An explosion at a Pakistan mosque leaves many dead and injured
A powerful blast struck on Monday inside a mosque in the northwestern Pakistani city of Peshawar, killing more than 18 people and wounding more than 70 worshippers, officials said.
Pope Francis says homosexuality is not a crime in a new interview
He stressed that lack of charity with one another is a sin and added that the Catholic Church should work to put an end to laws in some countries that criminalize homosexuality.
Survey shows a lack of Holocaust awareness in the country that was home to Anne Frank
The survey commissioned by a U.S.-based group found that the number of Dutch respondents who believe the Holocaust is a myth was higher than in any of the other five nations previously surveyed.