North Korean officials declared a state of emergency after two trains carrying fuel collided and exploded. Thousands are feared killed.

Travel restrictions and increased scrutiny in the U.S. have kept the number of overseas visitors away.

We have a report on Kim Jong II's visit to Beijing.

As China heads toward a surge in its population of elderly, we explore the implications it could have for China and the world.

This week Republican Senator Charles Hagel said the U.S. might have to consider a military draft.

Why do we do these segments? Because we want to hear from you!

We celebrate William Shakespeare's 440th birthday.

We remember columnist Mary McGrory who died last night at the age of 85.