Mexico bristles at UN criticism over disappearances
The Mexican government bristled at a UN committee's findings that disappearances are widespread in the country and the authorities lack precise numbers of missing people.
Australian PM under fresh fire after horror week
Australian Prime Minister came under fire over controversial comments on the arrest of two terror suspects and for referring to a "holocaust" of job losses.
New Pentagon chief could collide with White HouseAshton Carter was confirmed as US defense secretary, and he could soon find himself at odds with a White House that clashed with previous Pentagon chiefs.
UN chief urges action on Ukraine peace roadmapUN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon called on Russia and Ukraine to follow through on a ceasefire and other commitments to end the 10-month war in east Ukraine.