Cyber-security stalemate, N. Korea consensus at US-China summit

A major cyber-espionage policy breakthrough was not reached between US President Barack Obama and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jingping at an historic summit in California, although both sides agreed to cooperate over the denuclearization of North Korea.

June 09, 2013 17:48

Snow in June: Russia’s Siberian town in absolute anomaly (PHOTOS, VIDEO)

A layer of snow on the second day of summer has put the citizens of the Russian city of Kemerovo completely out of humor.

June 02, 2013 11:42

China going green? World’s no. 1 polluter to cap emissions by 2016

China has agreed to cap greenhouse emissions by 2016, after previously refusing to commit to global guidelines. Beijing’s regime change signaled a move to a greener policy, as rising levels of toxic pollution in China are suffocating industrial centers.

May 22, 2013 04:54

Oklahoma twister spawns political firestorm in Washington

A political storm has already broken out over the Capitol as Democrats and Republicans attempt to advance their agendas in the wake of the devastating tornado that ravaged parts of Oklahoma on Monday.

May 21, 2013 09:04

Northern exposure: Ice melt inspires race for Arctic riches

Six countries have broken the ice and won Arctic Council observer status at the latest conference. Melting Arctic ice is exciting countries remote from the region, seeking access to promising hydrocarbon deposits and new logistics routes.

May 15, 2013 04:59

Climate change now included in US curriculum

Those who doubt climate change could soon be forced to change their minds – if they want to succeed in school, that is. To prepare kids for adulthood, the American school system is incorporating climate change into its science curriculum.

April 10, 2013 19:29