What the 'one China' policy Trump agreed to really means

President Donald Trump has now agreed to honor the “one China” policy that insists Taiwan is a part of China, backing down from his post-election skepticism of the diplomatic protocol.

Man with local ties freed from Syrian captivity

SEATTLE — The Seattle-area family of a U.S. citizen released from captivity by the Syrian government has confirmed his release.The family of freelance photographer Kevin Patrick Dawes said in a statement sent to The Associated Press on Saturday morning that they're thrilled to welcome him home.

Canada reaches goal of 25,000 Syrian refugees by March

TORONTO (AP) _ Canada's immigration minister says the country has reached a significant milestone with the arrival of 25,000 Syrian refugees.Immigration Minister John McCallum said Monday the work continues to integrate the Syrians into the community.