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An engraving of the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln at Ford's Theatre in Washington on April 14, 1865. Lincoln died the next day.

Documents Show Global Outpouring Of Grief Over Lincoln's Assassination

The State Department has released documents from 1865 that highlight the disbelief and profound sympathy over Lincoln's death from governments and private citizens the world over.

The team with SAR Dogs Nepal performs many search operations in the Himalayas. Last year they rescued five foreign trekkers and about 200 Nepalis.

Dog Team Races To Rescue Lost Hiker In The Himalayas

A 47-year-old man disappeared 11 days ago on a popular trail. The weather is so bad that helicopters can't help. His only chance of survival is via a small search team with four dogs.

White House Says It Will Remove Cuba From List Of State Sponsors Of Terrorism

The move is just one part of the Obama administration's push to normalize diplomatic relations with Cuba.

Marine Maj. Brandon Stibb, an infantry officer with the Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force, speaks to Iraqi army soldiers about maneuver techniques after an exercise at Al Asad Air Base, Iraq, Jan. 15, 2015.

San Diego-Based Troops Return From Middle East

Marines, sailors were involved in effort to combat ISIS

Senate Foreign Relation Committee member Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla. questions Secretary of State John Kerry, left, in March on Capitol Hill. In an interview with NPR, Rubio reiterated his opposition to President Obama's dealings with Iran and Cuba.

Republicans Are Making Foreign Policy The Obamacare Of The 2016 Election

The GOP still has the health care law in its sights, but now also promises to do away with Obama's opening to Cuba and nascent deal on nuclear development with Iran.

Transcript: NPR's Full Interview With Sen. Marco Rubio

Rubio spoke to NPR about his run for president, Indiana's religious freedom law, the president's deal with Iran and immigration.

Supporters of four former Blackwater security guards in front of a federal courthouse in Washington on Monday. The men were sentenced for a 2007 mass shooting of civilians in Iraq.

Blackwater Security Guards Handed Lengthy Sentences For Iraqi Killings

Three of the Blackwater security guards were found guilty of manslaughter and voluntary manslaughter, while a fourth was convicted of first-degree murder.

President Obama, seen shaking hands with Raul Castro at the Summit of the Americas in Panama, engaged in the first substantive face-to-face U.S.-Cuba talks in more than 50 years.

With A Handshake And More, Obama Shifts U.S.-Latin America Policy

President Obama made history with a handshake of Cuba's Castro at the Summit of the Americas. Beyond that, he tried new engagement with Latin America, moving beyond the drug trade and military action.

British Prime Minister David Cameron delivers a speech on April 12, 2015 in Cheltenham, England. Britain goes to the polls in a general election on May 7. But campaign slogans and speeches — from Cameron and his rivals — won't carry many references to international affairs.

Britain Backs Away From World Stage In Lead-Up To Elections

As the U.K. heads into elections, its role on the world stage is shrinking. Foreign policy is barely an issue for British voters, as the country remains focused almost entirely on domestic issues.

Hillary Clinton has described herself as the most famous person you don't really know. And as she launches into her second presidential campaign, she'll be re-introducing herself to voters who largely think they have her figured out.

Hillary Clinton, Polarizing Or Misunderstood, Jumps Into Race For President

As Clinton launches into her second presidential campaign, she'll be re-introducing herself to voters who largely think they have her figured out.

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