President Obama and Russian President Dmitry Medvedev plan to have a final conversation Friday on the nuclear arms deal. They are expected to sign it in Prague on April 8, marking the anniversary of the two presidents' first meeting and of Obama's speech in the Czech capital on his vision for a nuclear-free world. The U.S. Senate and Russian parliament must ratify any agreement. NEW YORK TIMES
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More From Star Tribune
More From World
World
Venice launches experiment to charge day-trippers an access fee in bid to combat over-tourism
Under the gaze of the world's media, the fragile lagoon city of Venice launched a pilot program Thursday to charge day-trippers a 5-euro (around $5.35) entry fee that authorities hope will discourage visitors from arriving on peak days and make the city more livable for its dwindling residents.
World
Taiwan's president-elect appoints new foreign, defense ministers as island faces continued threats
Taiwan's president-elect has appointed new foreign and defense ministers to join his incoming administration as the island faces continuing military threats and diplomatic isolation from China.
Business
Stock market today: Global benchmarks are trading mixed as investors focus on earnings
World shares were trading mixed Thursday as investors awaited a flood of global earnings reports, including updates from U.S. tech companies known as the ''Magnificent Seven.''
World
Controversy over spiked antifascist speech dominates Italy's Liberation Day anniversary
Italy on Thursday marked its liberation from Nazi occupation and fascist rule amid a fresh media controversy over suspected censorship and the legacy of Italian fascist complicity in the Holocaust and World War II-era crimes.
Business
More than just a bowl of noodles, ramen in Japan is an experience and a tourist attraction
Spicy, steaming, slurpy ramen might be everyone's favorite Japanese food.
