published Sep 22, 2018, 8:22:38 AM, by John Follain and Dandan Li (Bloomberg) — The Vatican signed a landmark agreement with China on the appointment of bishops in the country, a step that may lead to restoring diplomatic relations after more than 60 years. The deal, which follows long negotiations

published Dec 20, 2018, 7:22:50 PM, by Tony Capaccio(Bloomberg) — The U.S. plans to withdraw 7,000 troops from Afghanistan, about half the number that are currently there, according to a U.S. defense official.  Reports of the move come one day after President Donald Trump said he would withdraw U.S. forces from