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Philippines Supreme Court Rejects Challenge to Marriage Restrictions; Cites 'Lack of Standing'
In a Sept. 3 ruling, the Philippines Supreme Court turned away a challenge to that nation's ban on marriage equality for same-sex couples, opining that the case had not arrived through proper channels and that the plaintiff, being single, lacked standing.
First Day of School for 4-Year-Old UK Princess Charlotte
Britain's Princess Charlotte had plenty of support on her first day of school — she was accompanied by older brother Prince George and her parents, Prince William and his wife Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge.
Johnson Calls Opponents Cowardly for Blocking Election Bid
Prime Minister Boris Johnson accused Britain's main opposition leader of trying to dodge an election.
Vegetarians Gaining Ground in Carnivorous Argentina
A fight is on over the Argentine identity, pitting a growing number of vegetarians and vegans against meat-eaters in a country known for its abundant beef, gaucho cowboys and sacred "asado" barbecues.
Defiant UK Lawmakers Move to Bar 'No Deal' Brexit
Britain's Parliament will attempt to defy Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Brexit plans on Wednesday as lawmakers seek a way out of the impasse that has gripped the nation since the 2016 vote to leave the European Union.
'Total Devastation': Hurricane Slams Parts of the Bahamas
Relief officials reported scenes of utter ruin Tuesday in parts of the Bahamas and rushed to deal with an unfolding humanitarian crisis in the wake of Hurricane Dorian, the most powerful storm on record ever to hit the islands.
Pence Defends Decision to Stay at Trump Property in Ireland
Vice President Mike Pence's staff is defending his decision to stay at one of President Donald Trump's properties while in Ireland amid criticism by Democrats that he's enriching Trump at taxpayers' expense.
No-deal? Intense Brexit Debate Expected in UK Parliament
Summer recess is over, and Britain's Parliament reconvenes Tuesday to face a momentous decision about whether to intervene to try to prevent a possible "no-deal" exit from the European Union.
Saudi Festival Showcases Green Mountains, Flower Crowns
Atop a string of green mountains in Saudi Arabia, a monthlong festival drew a medley of yoga enthusiasts, extreme adventure seekers, tourists and traditional Saudi families.
Russian Crackdown on Protesters Seen as Intimidation Tactic
In just a few days, Sergei Abanichev was arrested, thrown in jail and charged with a crime that could keep him behind bars for up to eight years — all, he says, for throwing a paper cup into the air at an opposition protest in Moscow.
Global Stocks Mixed after US, China Impose New Tariff Hikes
European stock markets opened higher while Asia was mixed Monday after Washington and Beijing escalated their war over trade and technology with new tariff hikes.
Dorian Strikes Bahamas with Record Fury as Category 5 Storm
Hurricane Dorian struck the northern Bahamas as a catastrophic Category 5 storm Sunday.
Far-right Seen Gaining but not Winning in 2 German States
A far-right party made strong gains in a pair of state elections in eastern Germany on Sunday, but mainstream opponents appeared set to salvage their position as the strongest parties in both regions, projections indicated.
War-weary Afghans See Little Voice in their Country's Fate
For almost a year, Afghanistan's more than 30 million people have been in the awkward position of waiting as a United States envoy and the Taliban negotiate their country's fate behind closed doors.
Protesters Block Roads Near Hong Kong Airport
Anti-government protesters blocked roads near Hong Kong's airport with burning barricades and damaged a train station Sunday after a night of violent clashes with police.
AP Explains: State of Mexico under President López Obrador
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador delivers his first annual report on the state of the union Sunday, less than a year after he took office Dec. 1.
Hong Kong Police Storm Subway With Batons As Protests Rage
Protesters in Hong Kong threw gasoline bombs at government headquarters and set fires in the streets on Saturday, while police stormed a subway car and hit passengers with batons and pepper spray.
Category 4 Dorian bears down on Bahamas, may skirt Florida
Hurricane Dorian bore down on the Bahamas as a fierce Category 4 storm Saturday, with new projections showing it curving upward enough to potentially spare Florida a direct hit but still threatening parts of the Southeast U.S.
Dior Stokes Outrage with New Ad for its Sauvage Fragrance
Dior has produced a fragrance called Sauvage since the mid-1960s and used Johnny Depp in recent years to promote it. But a new advertising campaign that paired them with Native American imagery is causing controversy.
Sivan Joins In on Social Media Backlash to 'Top or Bottom?' Query
Troye Sivan endured a barrage of odd and inappropriate questions during a recent interview, but one question struck fans - and singer - as especially off-putting.