Military space force proposed by Trump may flout international treaty
The U.S. president's proposed 'Space Force' would create a new service to prepare for conflict and war in outer space.
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U.N. humanitarian chief visits North Korea where 10 million need aid
The U.N.'s top humanitarian official paid a rare visit to North Korea, meeting aid providers and some who need help.
Backlash against Trump policies doom U.S. migration nominee
The defeat of a U.S. nominee reflects broad dissatisfaction with Trump's policies on migration, economy and trade.
U.N. emphasizes global cooperation at first 21st century space summit
U.N. agencies convened their first outer space conference in almost two decades, aimed at keeping space weapons-free.
Nuclear watchdogs prepare for potential U.S.-North Korea deal
Two nuclear watchdogs were prepared for the monitoring and verification North Korea would need for denuclearization.
International cooperation is shaped by a history of waterways and wars
The first international organization dates to an 1804 Rhine River treaty. In the 20th century, organizations proliferated.