Obama, Pope Francis to Meet in March
President Barack Obama will meet with Pope Francis at the Vatican during a week-long trip to Europe set for late March.
Oxfam: 85 Wealthiest People Own as Much as Half the World's Population
The human rights group Oxfam reported that the wealth of the world's 85 richest people is equal to that of the poorer half the world's population.
Iran Sanctions Eased as Tehran Curbs Nuclear Enrichment
The United States and other world powers are easing economic sanctions against Iran after international inspectors confirmed that Tehran has started to curb its most sensitive nuclear enrichment activity.
More Battery Problems for Boeing's Dreamliner Jet
Battery problems have prompted the grounding of another Boeing 787, one year after a similar issue led to a months-long global suspension of the jet's flights.