set
Panasonic's first 3-D TV set in $2,900 package
NEW YORK (AP) -- Panasonic Corp. on Wednesday revealed the price for its first 3-D TV set, confirming that $3,000 is about what it takes to be...
NEW YORK (AP) -- Panasonic Corp. on Wednesday revealed the price for its first 3-D TV set, confirming that $3,000 is about what it takes to be...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
Beckham set for Manchester reunion
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson says David Beckham will offer a "threat" to his side's Champions League ambitions but admits he has no idea...
obama Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson says David Beckham will offer a "threat" to his side's Champions League ambitions but admits he has no idea...
CNN.com
Obama renews backing of earthquake-stricken Haiti
WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Barack Obama on Wednesday renewed America's commitment to the recovery and reconstruction of earthquake-devastated...
WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Barack Obama on Wednesday renewed America's commitment to the recovery and reconstruction of earthquake-devastated...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
Obama hosts Haitian President Preval for talks
President Barack Obama is renewing America's commitment to the recovery and reconstruction of earthquake-devastated Haiti, telling visiting President...
President Barack Obama is renewing America's commitment to the recovery and reconstruction of earthquake-devastated Haiti, telling visiting President...
msnbc.com: World news
Obama pushing on health care end game
WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Barack Obama is pushing a new anti-fraud plan and his top health official is challenging the nation's insurers as...
WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Barack Obama is pushing a new anti-fraud plan and his top health official is challenging the nation's insurers as...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
Obama effect boosts Nobel Peace Prize nominations
OSLO (Reuters) - A record 237 people and organizations have been nominated for the 2010 Nobel Peace Prize, with interest boosted by last year's award...
OSLO (Reuters) - A record 237 people and organizations have been nominated for the 2010 Nobel Peace Prize, with interest boosted by last year's award...
Reuters: World News
AP-GfK Poll: Obama more popular than Congress
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Americans have come to detest Congress ever more deeply as it nears the end of a nasty fight over health care. But more than...
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Americans have come to detest Congress ever more deeply as it nears the end of a nasty fight over health care. But more than...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
HAITI: Preval to meet Obama amid US calls for quick Haitian elections
Haitian President Rene Preval is expected to acknowledge US quake aid during his meeting with President Barack Obama Wednesday while Obama is...
egypts Haitian President Rene Preval is expected to acknowledge US quake aid during his meeting with President Barack Obama Wednesday while Obama is...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Egypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81 - Voice of America
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
World - Google News
Egypt's top cleric dies aged 81
Egypt's top Muslim cleric has died suddenly in Saudi Arabia at the age of 81.
activist Egypt's top Muslim cleric has died suddenly in Saudi Arabia at the age of 81.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Israel sued over dead US activist
A court case brought by the family of Rachel Corrie, a US protester killed by an Israeli army bulldozer in 2003, opens in Israel.
A court case brought by the family of Rachel Corrie, a US protester killed by an Israeli army bulldozer in 2003, opens in Israel.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
US activist Granny D dies at 100
Granny D, who walked across the US at the age of 89 in support of election campaign finance reform, dies.
back Granny D, who walked across the US at the age of 89 in support of election campaign finance reform, dies.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Kidnapped boy's father back in UK
The father of a British boy kidnapped in Pakistan is returning to the UK, against the wishes of the police, the BBC learns.
The father of a British boy kidnapped in Pakistan is returning to the UK, against the wishes of the police, the BBC learns.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Tearful Marie Osmond back on stage
With tears in her eyes and her voice shaking at times, Marie Osmond donned her bravest face Tuesday night as she took to the stage for the first time...
christian With tears in her eyes and her voice shaking at times, Marie Osmond donned her bravest face Tuesday night as she took to the stage for the first time...
CNN.com
Indonesia says killed leading militant Dulmatin - Christian Science Monitor
ReutersIndonesia says killed leading militant DulmatinChristian Science MonitorIndonesia said Wednesday that it had killed leading Islamist militant...
ReutersIndonesia says killed leading militant DulmatinChristian Science MonitorIndonesia said Wednesday that it had killed leading Islamist militant...
World - Google News
PAKISTAN: Five dead as militants attack Christian charity
Militants have attacked the office of US-based Christian charity, World Vision, in Mansehra district, north of Islamabad, killing five. There are no...
Militants have attacked the office of US-based Christian charity, World Vision, in Mansehra district, north of Islamabad, killing five. There are no...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
New wrinkle in Joe Biden agenda: 1,600 units in Israeli settlement
(The Christian Science Monitor)
The Christian Science Monitor - As Vice President Joe Biden began four days of diplomatic meetings on Iran and the peace process, there was already a...
abuse The Christian Science Monitor - As Vice President Joe Biden began four days of diplomatic meetings on Iran and the peace process, there was already a...
Yahoo! News: World News
German Catholics to investigate abuse charges
Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday.
Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday.
msnbc.com: World news
German Catholics to investigate abuse charges
BERLIN (AP) -- Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday - one into the renowned choir once led by Pope...
BERLIN (AP) -- Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday - one into the renowned choir once led by Pope...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
German Catholics to investigate abuse charges
(AP)
AP - Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday — one into the renowned choir once led by Pope Benedict...
AP - Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday — one into the renowned choir once led by Pope Benedict...
Yahoo! News: World News
Bishops launch abuse investigation
Catholic bishops in the Netherlands have announced an independent investigation into allegations of child abuse by clergy, widening a scandal that...
ahead Catholic bishops in the Netherlands have announced an independent investigation into allegations of child abuse by clergy, widening a scandal that...
CNN.com
Labour edge ahead on education
A BBC Newsnight poll suggests that the Conservatives are failing to win over voters unsatisfied with Labour's record on education.
A BBC Newsnight poll suggests that the Conservatives are failing to win over voters unsatisfied with Labour's record on education.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Iraq PM said to be ahead on eve of vote results
BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Initial results from Iraq's national election are likely to be released by Thursday, Iraqi and U.N. officials said on Wednesday,...
BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Initial results from Iraq's national election are likely to be released by Thursday, Iraqi and U.N. officials said on Wednesday,...
Reuters: World News
FOCUS: Violence ahead of crucial legislative poll
Insurgents struck northern Baghdad on Wednesday with triple suicide bomb blasts that left 33 people dead and 55 wounded. The bloodshed came just four...
swedish Insurgents struck northern Baghdad on Wednesday with triple suicide bomb blasts that left 33 people dead and 55 wounded. The bloodshed came just four...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'
STOCKHOLM (AP) -- A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets...
STOCKHOLM (AP) -- A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'
(AP)
AP - A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets and believes the...
AP - A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets and believes the...
Yahoo! News: World News
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech' - The Associated Press
CBS NewsSwedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'The Associated PressSTOCKHOLM — A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the...
election CBS NewsSwedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'The Associated PressSTOCKHOLM — A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the...
World - Google News
Burmese election law requires NLD to expel Aung San Suu Kyi - The Guardian
BBC NewsBurmese election law requires NLD to expel Aung San Suu KyiThe GuardianBurma's military government is to force Aung San Suu Kyi's...
BBC NewsBurmese election law requires NLD to expel Aung San Suu KyiThe GuardianBurma's military government is to force Aung San Suu Kyi's...
World - Google News
BURMA: Junta's new election law bars Suu Kyi from poll
Burma’s military junta has issued a new law stating that candidates with a criminal conviction cannot contest a forthcoming election, thereby...
experts Burma’s military junta has issued a new law stating that candidates with a criminal conviction cannot contest a forthcoming election, thereby...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Disaster experts praise Chile quake response
(AP)
AP - President Michelle Bachelet leaves office on Thursday with a chunk of her country in ruins — and her popularity in the clouds.
AP - President Michelle Bachelet leaves office on Thursday with a chunk of her country in ruins — and her popularity in the clouds.
Yahoo! News: World News
EU should drop failed sanctions policy against Burma, say experts
While the EU announced a humanitarian aid package for Burma this week, it left in place its 14-year old sanctions regime against the country. Experts...
gates While the EU announced a humanitarian aid package for Burma this week, it left in place its 14-year old sanctions regime against the country. Experts...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
Ahmadinejad, Gates trade barbs in Afghanistan
KABUL (Reuters) - Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and Defense Secretary Robert Gates traded barbs on Wednesday during briefly overlapping...
KABUL (Reuters) - Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and Defense Secretary Robert Gates traded barbs on Wednesday during briefly overlapping...
Reuters: World News
AFGHANISTAN: Ahmadinejad and Gates swap insults in Kabul
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and US Secretary of Defence, Robert Gates, have both used state visits to Afghanistan to swap insults.
bars Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and US Secretary of Defence, Robert Gates, have both used state visits to Afghanistan to swap insults.
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
BURMA: Junta's new election law bars Suu Kyi from poll
Burma’s military junta has issued a new law stating that candidates with a criminal conviction cannot contest a forthcoming election, thereby...
Burma’s military junta has issued a new law stating that candidates with a criminal conviction cannot contest a forthcoming election, thereby...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Myanmar bars Suu Kyi from polls
Military announces election law disqualifying anyone convicted of a crime.
boys Military announces election law disqualifying anyone convicted of a crime.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
'Lost Boys' actor Corey Haim dead in Calif. at 38
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Corey Haim, a 1980s teen heartthrob whose career was blighted by drug abuse, has died. He was 38....
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Corey Haim, a 1980s teen heartthrob whose career was blighted by drug abuse, has died. He was 38....
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
'Lost Boys' actor Corey Haim dies
Actor Corey Haim, who appeared in a number of movies during the 1980s, died early Wednesday of a possible drug overdose after being taken to a...
Actor Corey Haim, who appeared in a number of movies during the 1980s, died early Wednesday of a possible drug overdose after being taken to a...
CNN.com
Kidnapped boy's father back in UK
The father of a British boy kidnapped in Pakistan is returning to the UK, against the wishes of the police, the BBC learns.
The father of a British boy kidnapped in Pakistan is returning to the UK, against the wishes of the police, the BBC learns.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Lost Boys actor Haim dies aged 38
Lost Boys actor Corey Haim dies at the age of 38, the Los Angeles coroner's office confirms.
bbc Lost Boys actor Corey Haim dies at the age of 38, the Los Angeles coroner's office confirms.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Northern Ireland Assembly - BBC News
Times OnlineNorthern Ireland AssemblyBBC NewsThe Hillsborough Agreement represents the opportunity for a new start for the people of Northern...
calls Times OnlineNorthern Ireland AssemblyBBC NewsThe Hillsborough Agreement represents the opportunity for a new start for the people of Northern...
World - Google News
EUROZONE: French PM Fillon calls for EMF idea to be examined 'rapidly'
French Prime Minister François Fillon (photo centre) called for experts in Eurozone countries to "rapidly" examine the idea of a European version of...
French Prime Minister François Fillon (photo centre) called for experts in Eurozone countries to "rapidly" examine the idea of a European version of...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Facebook calls for 'iconic games'
Facebook calls on game designers to make an iconic title, such as Mario or Halo, specifically for the social network.
Facebook calls on game designers to make an iconic title, such as Mario or Halo, specifically for the social network.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
HAITI: Preval to meet Obama amid US calls for quick Haitian elections
Haitian President Rene Preval is expected to acknowledge US quake aid during his meeting with President Barack Obama Wednesday while Obama is...
egypt Haitian President Rene Preval is expected to acknowledge US quake aid during his meeting with President Barack Obama Wednesday while Obama is...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Egypt says nuclear treaty 'a trick'
Cairo says nuclear powers failing to hold their end of the non-proliferation deal.
Cairo says nuclear powers failing to hold their end of the non-proliferation deal.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
EGYPT: Country's highest Sunni cleric dies of heart attack
Egypt's top ranked Sunni cleric has died of a heart attack. Sheikh Mohammed Sayed Tantawi was the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar -- Sunni Islam's highest...
settlement Egypt's top ranked Sunni cleric has died of a heart attack. Sheikh Mohammed Sayed Tantawi was the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar -- Sunni Islam's highest...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN CONFLICT: Biden says Israeli settlement plan undermines peace efforts
US Vice President Joe Biden has criticised Israeli plans to build 1,600 new Jewish homes in East Jerusalem ahead of talks with the head of the...
US Vice President Joe Biden has criticised Israeli plans to build 1,600 new Jewish homes in East Jerusalem ahead of talks with the head of the...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Israel rebuffs Biden by announcing new settlement construction
(McClatchy Newspapers)
McClatchy Newspapers - JERUSALEM — Hours after the arrival Tuesday of Vice President Joe Biden to help launch indirect Israeli-Palestinian...
McClatchy Newspapers - JERUSALEM — Hours after the arrival Tuesday of Vice President Joe Biden to help launch indirect Israeli-Palestinian...
Yahoo! News: World News
New wrinkle in Joe Biden agenda: 1,600 units in Israeli settlement
(The Christian Science Monitor)
The Christian Science Monitor - As Vice President Joe Biden began four days of diplomatic meetings on Iran and the peace process, there was already a...
eu The Christian Science Monitor - As Vice President Joe Biden began four days of diplomatic meetings on Iran and the peace process, there was already a...
Yahoo! News: World News
EU leader 'pities' UKIP's Farage
EU president Herman Van Rompuy says he pities Nigel Farage, the British Eurosceptic MEP who called him a "damp rag".
EU president Herman Van Rompuy says he pities Nigel Farage, the British Eurosceptic MEP who called him a "damp rag".
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Opinion: 100 days of EU solitude
Catherine Ashton's role of foreign-affairs chief was designed to give the EU a united voice with regards to foreign policy, but after 100 days in...
Catherine Ashton's role of foreign-affairs chief was designed to give the EU a united voice with regards to foreign policy, but after 100 days in...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
EU should drop failed sanctions policy against Burma, say experts
While the EU announced a humanitarian aid package for Burma this week, it left in place its 14-year old sanctions regime against the country. Experts...
nigeria While the EU announced a humanitarian aid package for Burma this week, it left in place its 14-year old sanctions regime against the country. Experts...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
Nigeria charges over Jos killings
Police say 49 people are to be charged with murder following communal violence that left scores of Nigerian villagers dead.
Police say 49 people are to be charged with murder following communal violence that left scores of Nigerian villagers dead.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Retaliation fears stalk Nigeria city after clashes
JOS, Nigeria (Reuters) - Sporadic shooting rang out overnight in the central Nigerian city of Jos and witnesses said at least one person was killed...
JOS, Nigeria (Reuters) - Sporadic shooting rang out overnight in the central Nigerian city of Jos and witnesses said at least one person was killed...
Reuters: World News
NIGERIA: Gunfire sends jittery villagers fleeing in tense Jos area
Tensions around the central Nigerian city of Jos remained high following the weekend’s brutal massacre, as fresh gunfire sent Christian villagers...
Tensions around the central Nigerian city of Jos remained high following the weekend’s brutal massacre, as fresh gunfire sent Christian villagers...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Nigeria: More Mass Graves Dug in Jos
(OneWorld.net)
OneWorld.net - ABUJA, Mar 8 (IRIN) - Hundreds of people in the city of Jos, 350km northeast of Nigeria's capital, Abuja, have been buried in mass...
seeks OneWorld.net - ABUJA, Mar 8 (IRIN) - Hundreds of people in the city of Jos, 350km northeast of Nigeria's capital, Abuja, have been buried in mass...
Yahoo! News: World News
ANC seeks Winnie Mandela answers
South Africa's ANC asks Winnie Mandela to clarify a media report in which she apparently fiercely criticised ex-husband Nelson.
South Africa's ANC asks Winnie Mandela to clarify a media report in which she apparently fiercely criticised ex-husband Nelson.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
US family seeks Israeli damages
Case concerns Rachel Corrie's death during protest against Palestinian home demolitions.
rising Case concerns Rachel Corrie's death during protest against Palestinian home demolitions.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
Putin's India visit part of Russia's balancing act with Asia's rising powers
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin visits New Delhi this week hoping to seal military cooperation deals worth around $4 billion (2.9bn euros). But...
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin visits New Delhi this week hoping to seal military cooperation deals worth around $4 billion (2.9bn euros). But...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
East Africa's Oil and Gas: Drilling, Exploration Rising
(Time.com)
Time.com - New drilling in and off countries up the coast of East Africa shows that the region may have massive reserves of natural gas and oil
india Time.com - New drilling in and off countries up the coast of East Africa shows that the region may have massive reserves of natural gas and oil
Yahoo! News: World News
Putin eyes multi-billion dollar deals with old ally India
(AFP)
AFP - Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin heads to India Thursday to strengthen the close partnership Moscow and New Delhi have enjoyed since the...
AFP - Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin heads to India Thursday to strengthen the close partnership Moscow and New Delhi have enjoyed since the...
Yahoo! News: World News
Putin's India visit part of Russia's balancing act with Asia's rising powers
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin visits New Delhi this week hoping to seal military cooperation deals worth around $4 billion (2.9bn euros). But...
pa Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin visits New Delhi this week hoping to seal military cooperation deals worth around $4 billion (2.9bn euros). But...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
PA cancels ceremony honoring leader of 1978 terror attack in Israel - Ha'aretz
Sydney Morning HeraldPA cancels ceremony honoring leader of 1978 terror attack in IsraelHa'aretzBy Reuters The Palestinian Authority on Wednesday...
Sydney Morning HeraldPA cancels ceremony honoring leader of 1978 terror attack in IsraelHa'aretzBy Reuters The Palestinian Authority on Wednesday...
World - Google News
Pa. woman charged with recruiting jihadists
A federal indictment accuses a Pennsylvania woman of using the Internet to recruit jihadist fighters and promote terrorism overseas, NBC News reports.
monitor A federal indictment accuses a Pennsylvania woman of using the Internet to recruit jihadist fighters and promote terrorism overseas, NBC News reports.
msnbc.com: World news
Indonesia says killed leading militant Dulmatin - Christian Science Monitor
ReutersIndonesia says killed leading militant DulmatinChristian Science MonitorIndonesia said Wednesday that it had killed leading Islamist militant...
ReutersIndonesia says killed leading militant DulmatinChristian Science MonitorIndonesia said Wednesday that it had killed leading Islamist militant...
World - Google News
New wrinkle in Joe Biden agenda: 1,600 units in Israeli settlement
(The Christian Science Monitor)
The Christian Science Monitor - As Vice President Joe Biden began four days of diplomatic meetings on Iran and the peace process, there was already a...
elections The Christian Science Monitor - As Vice President Joe Biden began four days of diplomatic meetings on Iran and the peace process, there was already a...
Yahoo! News: World News
HAITI: Preval to meet Obama amid US calls for quick Haitian elections
Haitian President Rene Preval is expected to acknowledge US quake aid during his meeting with President Barack Obama Wednesday while Obama is...
Haitian President Rene Preval is expected to acknowledge US quake aid during his meeting with President Barack Obama Wednesday while Obama is...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
POLITICS: The Regional Elections in France: a national test? (part 2)
Marc Perelman interviews Razzy Hammadi, secretary in charge of Public services (French Socialist Party); Benjamin Lancar, President of the UMP’s...
Marc Perelman interviews Razzy Hammadi, secretary in charge of Public services (French Socialist Party); Benjamin Lancar, President of the UMP’s...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Togo Elections: Togo's fight for change
March 4: Togo heads to the polls to elect a new President. Incumbent Faure Gnassingbé is seeking another term, after the army installed him as...
libel March 4: Togo heads to the polls to elect a new President. Incumbent Faure Gnassingbé is seeking another term, after the army installed him as...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Russian tycoon wins poison libel case
Boris Berezovsky wins his UK libel case against a Russian broadcaster which claimed the Russian oligarch was behind the poisoning of ex-spy Alexander...
Boris Berezovsky wins his UK libel case against a Russian broadcaster which claimed the Russian oligarch was behind the poisoning of ex-spy Alexander...
CNN.com
Berezovsky wins poison libel case
Businessman Boris Berezovsky wins his libel case over claims he was behind the murder of former Russian agent Alexander Litvinenko.
fawcett Businessman Boris Berezovsky wins his libel case over claims he was behind the murder of former Russian agent Alexander Litvinenko.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Oscar bosses defend Farrah Fawcett snub
Actress Farrah Fawcett was not in the Oscars memorial segment because she was more known as a TV star, the Academy says.
corey Actress Farrah Fawcett was not in the Oscars memorial segment because she was more known as a TV star, the Academy says.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
'Lost Boys' actor Corey Haim dead in Calif. at 38
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Corey Haim, a 1980s teen heartthrob whose career was blighted by drug abuse, has died. He was 38....
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Corey Haim, a 1980s teen heartthrob whose career was blighted by drug abuse, has died. He was 38....
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
'Lost Boys' actor Corey Haim dies
Actor Corey Haim, who appeared in a number of movies during the 1980s, died early Wednesday of a possible drug overdose after being taken to a...
new Actor Corey Haim, who appeared in a number of movies during the 1980s, died early Wednesday of a possible drug overdose after being taken to a...
CNN.com
BURMA: Junta's new election law bars Suu Kyi from poll
Burma’s military junta has issued a new law stating that candidates with a criminal conviction cannot contest a forthcoming election, thereby...
Burma’s military junta has issued a new law stating that candidates with a criminal conviction cannot contest a forthcoming election, thereby...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Israel rebuffs Biden by announcing new settlement construction
(McClatchy Newspapers)
McClatchy Newspapers - JERUSALEM — Hours after the arrival Tuesday of Vice President Joe Biden to help launch indirect Israeli-Palestinian...
McClatchy Newspapers - JERUSALEM — Hours after the arrival Tuesday of Vice President Joe Biden to help launch indirect Israeli-Palestinian...
Yahoo! News: World News
New wrinkle in Joe Biden agenda: 1,600 units in Israeli settlement
(The Christian Science Monitor)
The Christian Science Monitor - As Vice President Joe Biden began four days of diplomatic meetings on Iran and the peace process, there was already a...
spanish The Christian Science Monitor - As Vice President Joe Biden began four days of diplomatic meetings on Iran and the peace process, there was already a...
Yahoo! News: World News
MALI: Spanish hostage in West Africa is released
Militants thought to belong to al Qaeda's North African branch have released a Spanish woman held hostage in Mali. An Italian female hostage has also...
Militants thought to belong to al Qaeda's North African branch have released a Spanish woman held hostage in Mali. An Italian female hostage has also...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Spanish hostage in Africa freed
A Spanish woman aid worker kidnapped in West Africa last year has been freed, the Spanish government says.
russian A Spanish woman aid worker kidnapped in West Africa last year has been freed, the Spanish government says.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Russian drivers 'used as shield'
Russia launches a criminal inquiry after claims that traffic police used civilian drivers as a "human shield" to stop criminals.
Russia launches a criminal inquiry after claims that traffic police used civilian drivers as a "human shield" to stop criminals.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Russian drivers forced to act as shield
(AP)
AP - Russian traffic police are under investigation for ordering civilian motorists to park their cars across a highway — and remain inside...
AP - Russian traffic police are under investigation for ordering civilian motorists to park their cars across a highway — and remain inside...
Yahoo! News: World News
Russian tycoon wins poison libel case
Boris Berezovsky wins his UK libel case against a Russian broadcaster which claimed the Russian oligarch was behind the poisoning of ex-spy Alexander...
between Boris Berezovsky wins his UK libel case against a Russian broadcaster which claimed the Russian oligarch was behind the poisoning of ex-spy Alexander...
CNN.com
Fights between Islamists and Somali gov't kills 17
(AP)
AP - Fighting between Islamist insurgents and government forces killed at least 17 people in the Somali capital on Wednesday, a medical official said.
AP - Fighting between Islamist insurgents and government forces killed at least 17 people in the Somali capital on Wednesday, a medical official said.
Yahoo! News: World News
Proximity talks between Israelis and Palestinians could be mission impossible
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon and US Vice President Joe Biden condemned Israeli plans for new settlements as a hurdle for the peace process. It...
artist UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon and US Vice President Joe Biden condemned Israeli plans for new settlements as a hurdle for the peace process. It...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'
STOCKHOLM (AP) -- A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets...
STOCKHOLM (AP) -- A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'
(AP)
AP - A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets and believes the...
AP - A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets and believes the...
Yahoo! News: World News
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech' - The Associated Press
CBS NewsSwedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'The Associated PressSTOCKHOLM — A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the...
jos CBS NewsSwedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'The Associated PressSTOCKHOLM — A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the...
World - Google News
Nigeria charges over Jos killings
Police say 49 people are to be charged with murder following communal violence that left scores of Nigerian villagers dead.
Police say 49 people are to be charged with murder following communal violence that left scores of Nigerian villagers dead.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
NIGERIA: Gunfire sends jittery villagers fleeing in tense Jos area
Tensions around the central Nigerian city of Jos remained high following the weekend’s brutal massacre, as fresh gunfire sent Christian villagers...
Tensions around the central Nigerian city of Jos remained high following the weekend’s brutal massacre, as fresh gunfire sent Christian villagers...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Nigeria: More Mass Graves Dug in Jos
(OneWorld.net)
OneWorld.net - ABUJA, Mar 8 (IRIN) - Hundreds of people in the city of Jos, 350km northeast of Nigeria's capital, Abuja, have been buried in mass...
poll OneWorld.net - ABUJA, Mar 8 (IRIN) - Hundreds of people in the city of Jos, 350km northeast of Nigeria's capital, Abuja, have been buried in mass...
Yahoo! News: World News
AP-GfK Poll: Obama more popular than Congress
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Americans have come to detest Congress ever more deeply as it nears the end of a nasty fight over health care. But more than...
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Americans have come to detest Congress ever more deeply as it nears the end of a nasty fight over health care. But more than...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
BURMA: Junta's new election law bars Suu Kyi from poll
Burma’s military junta has issued a new law stating that candidates with a criminal conviction cannot contest a forthcoming election, thereby...
Burma’s military junta has issued a new law stating that candidates with a criminal conviction cannot contest a forthcoming election, thereby...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Burma law bans Suu Kyi from poll
A new election law formally bars pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi from taking part in elections planned in Burma.
A new election law formally bars pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi from taking part in elections planned in Burma.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
FOCUS: Violence ahead of crucial legislative poll
Insurgents struck northern Baghdad on Wednesday with triple suicide bomb blasts that left 33 people dead and 55 wounded. The bloodshed came just four...
indonesia Insurgents struck northern Baghdad on Wednesday with triple suicide bomb blasts that left 33 people dead and 55 wounded. The bloodshed came just four...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Indonesia says killed leading militant Dulmatin - Christian Science Monitor
ReutersIndonesia says killed leading militant DulmatinChristian Science MonitorIndonesia said Wednesday that it had killed leading Islamist militant...
ReutersIndonesia says killed leading militant DulmatinChristian Science MonitorIndonesia said Wednesday that it had killed leading Islamist militant...
World - Google News
'Last Bali bomber' killed in Indonesia
Indonesia's president confirms security forces have killed the last main main suspect in the 2002 Bali bombings, Dulmatin.
Indonesia's president confirms security forces have killed the last main main suspect in the 2002 Bali bombings, Dulmatin.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
INDONESIA: Suspected Bali bombings mastermind confirmed killed in police raid
During a visit to Australia Wednesday, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono confirmed that Dulmatin (pictured) - the suspected mastermind of...
pm During a visit to Australia Wednesday, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono confirmed that Dulmatin (pictured) - the suspected mastermind of...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
EUROZONE: French PM Fillon calls for EMF idea to be examined 'rapidly'
French Prime Minister François Fillon (photo centre) called for experts in Eurozone countries to "rapidly" examine the idea of a European version of...
French Prime Minister François Fillon (photo centre) called for experts in Eurozone countries to "rapidly" examine the idea of a European version of...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Iraq PM said to be ahead on eve of vote results
BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Initial results from Iraq's national election are likely to be released by Thursday, Iraqi and U.N. officials said on Wednesday,...
BAGHDAD (Reuters) - Initial results from Iraq's national election are likely to be released by Thursday, Iraqi and U.N. officials said on Wednesday,...
Reuters: World News
Economic storm not over, says PM
Gordon Brown warns of economic storms ahead but vows not to "let you down" as the date of the Budget is announced.
police Gordon Brown warns of economic storms ahead but vows not to "let you down" as the date of the Budget is announced.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
INDONESIA: Suspected Bali bombings mastermind confirmed killed in police raid
During a visit to Australia Wednesday, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono confirmed that Dulmatin (pictured) - the suspected mastermind of...
During a visit to Australia Wednesday, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono confirmed that Dulmatin (pictured) - the suspected mastermind of...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
TOGO: Protesters defy demonstration ban, clash with police
Togolese police have dispersed groups of young men who gathered in protest at the re-election of President Faure Gnassingbe, despite an earlier...
hostage Togolese police have dispersed groups of young men who gathered in protest at the re-election of President Faure Gnassingbe, despite an earlier...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
MALI: Spanish hostage in West Africa is released
Militants thought to belong to al Qaeda's North African branch have released a Spanish woman held hostage in Mali. An Italian female hostage has also...
Militants thought to belong to al Qaeda's North African branch have released a Spanish woman held hostage in Mali. An Italian female hostage has also...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Spanish hostage in Africa freed
A Spanish woman aid worker kidnapped in West Africa last year has been freed, the Spanish government says.
state A Spanish woman aid worker kidnapped in West Africa last year has been freed, the Spanish government says.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Biden: Palestinians deserve 'viable' state
(AP)
AP - Vice President Joe Biden's displeasure over an Israeli plan to enlarge an east Jerusalem settlement was on display Wednesday as he warned...
AP - Vice President Joe Biden's displeasure over an Israeli plan to enlarge an east Jerusalem settlement was on display Wednesday as he warned...
Yahoo! News: World News
Governor of Nigeria's Violence-Wracked State Blames Army for Inaction - Voice of America
Globe and MailGovernor of Nigeria's Violence-Wracked State Blames Army for InactionVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP As tension mounts in central...
Globe and MailGovernor of Nigeria's Violence-Wracked State Blames Army for InactionVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP As tension mounts in central...
World - Google News
Biden says Palestinians deserve ‘viable’ state
Vice President Joe Biden said Wednesday the Palestinians deserve a "viable" independent state with contiguous territory.
france Vice President Joe Biden said Wednesday the Palestinians deserve a "viable" independent state with contiguous territory.
msnbc.com: World news
FRANCE: Study shows how downloaders skirt anti-piracy laws
A study on the effects of a French law aimed at reducing Internet piracy has shown that canny "pirates" have plenty of ways to bypass legislation.
A study on the effects of a French law aimed at reducing Internet piracy has shown that canny "pirates" have plenty of ways to bypass legislation.
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
FRANCE: The Le Pen line of succession
Jean-Marie Le Pen, the long-serving leader and founder of France's Front National party, once said that he would never retire. Nevertheless, it's...
Jean-Marie Le Pen, the long-serving leader and founder of France's Front National party, once said that he would never retire. Nevertheless, it's...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
FRANCE: Prime minister denies rift with President Sarkozy
Media reports say French President Nicolas Sarkozy recently locked horns with his popular PM François Fillon, reports Fillon denies. But as...
Media reports say French President Nicolas Sarkozy recently locked horns with his popular PM François Fillon, reports Fillon denies. But as...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
FRANCE: Sarkozy ‘works up a sweat’ in faltering campaign
Members of France's opposition have blasted President Nicolas Sarkozy’s involvement in the regional elections, claiming Sarkozy is over-stepping...
Members of France's opposition have blasted President Nicolas Sarkozy’s involvement in the regional elections, claiming Sarkozy is over-stepping...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
POLITICS: The Regional Elections in France: a national test? (part 2)
Marc Perelman interviews Razzy Hammadi, secretary in charge of Public services (French Socialist Party); Benjamin Lancar, President of the UMP’s...
plot Marc Perelman interviews Razzy Hammadi, secretary in charge of Public services (French Socialist Party); Benjamin Lancar, President of the UMP’s...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'
STOCKHOLM (AP) -- A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets...
STOCKHOLM (AP) -- A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'
(AP)
AP - A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets and believes the...
AP - A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets and believes the...
Yahoo! News: World News
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech' - The Associated Press
CBS NewsSwedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'The Associated PressSTOCKHOLM — A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the...
voice CBS NewsSwedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'The Associated PressSTOCKHOLM — A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the...
World - Google News
Governor of Nigeria's Violence-Wracked State Blames Army for Inaction - Voice of America
Globe and MailGovernor of Nigeria's Violence-Wracked State Blames Army for InactionVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP As tension mounts in central...
Globe and MailGovernor of Nigeria's Violence-Wracked State Blames Army for InactionVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP As tension mounts in central...
World - Google News
Egypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81 - Voice of America
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
World - Google News
Dalai Lama Expresses 'Little Hope' for Progress With China on Tibetan Issue - Voice of America
The GuardianDalai Lama Expresses 'Little Hope' for Progress With China on Tibetan IssueVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Tibet's exiled spiritual...
The GuardianDalai Lama Expresses 'Little Hope' for Progress With China on Tibetan IssueVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Tibet's exiled spiritual...
World - Google News
Ahmadinejad: US Forces Cannot Bring Peace to Afghanistan - Voice of America
Telegraph.co.ukAhmadinejad: US Forces Cannot Bring Peace to AfghanistanVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is in...
returns Telegraph.co.ukAhmadinejad: US Forces Cannot Bring Peace to AfghanistanVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is in...
World - Google News
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Beckham returns to 'Theatre of Dreams'
Seven years after leaving for Real Madrid, AC Milan's David Beckham faces an emotional return to Old Trafford on Wednesday, where he will take on the...
Seven years after leaving for Real Madrid, AC Milan's David Beckham faces an emotional return to Old Trafford on Wednesday, where he will take on the...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Phantom returns
The critics' verdicts on Lloyd Webber's Love Never Dies
The critics' verdicts on Lloyd Webber's Love Never Dies
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Cathay Pacific returns to profit
Cathay Pacific reports a return to full-year profit as cost cutting and bets on the price of fuel pay off.
uk Cathay Pacific reports a return to full-year profit as cost cutting and bets on the price of fuel pay off.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Kidnapped boy's father back in UK
The father of a British boy kidnapped in Pakistan is returning to the UK, against the wishes of the police, the BBC learns.
The father of a British boy kidnapped in Pakistan is returning to the UK, against the wishes of the police, the BBC learns.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
UK global clout 'waning' - Hague
The Conservatives pledge to reverse what they say is the UK's "shrinking" influence in the world if they win power.
The Conservatives pledge to reverse what they say is the UK's "shrinking" influence in the world if they win power.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Brown says UK to maintain AAA credit rating
LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Gordon Brown said on Wednesday he believed Britain would maintain its coveted top credit rating and announced a pay...
LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Gordon Brown said on Wednesday he believed Britain would maintain its coveted top credit rating and announced a pay...
Reuters: World News
Brown: UK economy remains fragile
British prime minister says he is man to steer economy to safety as election looms.
haiti British prime minister says he is man to steer economy to safety as election looms.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
Obama renews backing of earthquake-stricken Haiti
WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Barack Obama on Wednesday renewed America's commitment to the recovery and reconstruction of earthquake-devastated...
WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Barack Obama on Wednesday renewed America's commitment to the recovery and reconstruction of earthquake-devastated...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
HAITI: Preval to meet Obama amid US calls for quick Haitian elections
Haitian President Rene Preval is expected to acknowledge US quake aid during his meeting with President Barack Obama Wednesday while Obama is...
president Haitian President Rene Preval is expected to acknowledge US quake aid during his meeting with President Barack Obama Wednesday while Obama is...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Obama hosts Haitian President Preval for talks
President Barack Obama is renewing America's commitment to the recovery and reconstruction of earthquake-devastated Haiti, telling visiting President...
President Barack Obama is renewing America's commitment to the recovery and reconstruction of earthquake-devastated Haiti, telling visiting President...
msnbc.com: World news
E.Timor president insists does not want warcrimes tribunal
(AFP)
AFP - East Timor President Jose Ramos-Horta on Wednesday denied claims by Amnesty International that he would support a tribunal for abuses committed...
AFP - East Timor President Jose Ramos-Horta on Wednesday denied claims by Amnesty International that he would support a tribunal for abuses committed...
Yahoo! News: World News
Nigerians demand to see president
Activists demand cabinet be sacked and President Umaru Yar'Adua appear in public.
Activists demand cabinet be sacked and President Umaru Yar'Adua appear in public.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
FRANCE: Prime minister denies rift with President Sarkozy
Media reports say French President Nicolas Sarkozy recently locked horns with his popular PM François Fillon, reports Fillon denies. But as...
Media reports say French President Nicolas Sarkozy recently locked horns with his popular PM François Fillon, reports Fillon denies. But as...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
THE INTERVIEW: Alain Terzian, film producer and president of the Academy of “César” awards.
France 24 welcomes Alain Terzian, film producer and president of the Academy of “César” awards.
israel France 24 welcomes Alain Terzian, film producer and president of the Academy of “César” awards.
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Biden steps up pressure on Israel
The US vice-president renews criticism of Israel over an East Jerusalem building project and urges bold steps to peace.
The US vice-president renews criticism of Israel over an East Jerusalem building project and urges bold steps to peace.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
PA cancels ceremony honoring leader of 1978 terror attack in Israel - Ha'aretz
Sydney Morning HeraldPA cancels ceremony honoring leader of 1978 terror attack in IsraelHa'aretzBy Reuters The Palestinian Authority on Wednesday...
Sydney Morning HeraldPA cancels ceremony honoring leader of 1978 terror attack in IsraelHa'aretzBy Reuters The Palestinian Authority on Wednesday...
World - Google News
US: Israel undermining peace effort
Vice president condemns Israel for plan to construct 1,600 new homes in East Jerusalem.
Vice president condemns Israel for plan to construct 1,600 new homes in East Jerusalem.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
THE OBSERVERS: Israel and Syria open up, but only for apples
For the past few years, the border that separates Syria from the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights has been allowing one type of goods through during...
For the past few years, the border that separates Syria from the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights has been allowing one type of goods through during...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Fury over Israel 'bulldozer death'
The parents of a U.S. woman who was killed as she tried to stop a bulldozer from crushing homes in Gaza are taking Israel's defense ministry to court.
The parents of a U.S. woman who was killed as she tried to stop a bulldozer from crushing homes in Gaza are taking Israel's defense ministry to court.
CNN.com
Israel sued over dead US activist
A court case brought by the family of Rachel Corrie, a US protester killed by an Israeli army bulldozer in 2003, opens in Israel.
A court case brought by the family of Rachel Corrie, a US protester killed by an Israeli army bulldozer in 2003, opens in Israel.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Israel rebuffs Biden by announcing new settlement construction
(McClatchy Newspapers)
McClatchy Newspapers - JERUSALEM — Hours after the arrival Tuesday of Vice President Joe Biden to help launch indirect Israeli-Palestinian...
terror McClatchy Newspapers - JERUSALEM — Hours after the arrival Tuesday of Vice President Joe Biden to help launch indirect Israeli-Palestinian...
Yahoo! News: World News
PA cancels ceremony honoring leader of 1978 terror attack in Israel - Ha'aretz
Sydney Morning HeraldPA cancels ceremony honoring leader of 1978 terror attack in IsraelHa'aretzBy Reuters The Palestinian Authority on Wednesday...
Sydney Morning HeraldPA cancels ceremony honoring leader of 1978 terror attack in IsraelHa'aretzBy Reuters The Palestinian Authority on Wednesday...
World - Google News
US 'hid terror suspect treatment'
A former UK spy chief says she did not know US intelligence services were mistreating terror suspects until after she retired.
kyi A former UK spy chief says she did not know US intelligence services were mistreating terror suspects until after she retired.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Burmese election law requires NLD to expel Aung San Suu Kyi - The Guardian
BBC NewsBurmese election law requires NLD to expel Aung San Suu KyiThe GuardianBurma's military government is to force Aung San Suu Kyi's...
BBC NewsBurmese election law requires NLD to expel Aung San Suu KyiThe GuardianBurma's military government is to force Aung San Suu Kyi's...
World - Google News
BURMA: Junta's new election law bars Suu Kyi from poll
Burma’s military junta has issued a new law stating that candidates with a criminal conviction cannot contest a forthcoming election, thereby...
Burma’s military junta has issued a new law stating that candidates with a criminal conviction cannot contest a forthcoming election, thereby...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Burma law bans Suu Kyi from poll
A new election law formally bars pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi from taking part in elections planned in Burma.
A new election law formally bars pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi from taking part in elections planned in Burma.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Myanmar bars Suu Kyi from polls
Military announces election law disqualifying anyone convicted of a crime.
lost Military announces election law disqualifying anyone convicted of a crime.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
'Lost Boys' actor Corey Haim dead in Calif. at 38
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Corey Haim, a 1980s teen heartthrob whose career was blighted by drug abuse, has died. He was 38....
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Corey Haim, a 1980s teen heartthrob whose career was blighted by drug abuse, has died. He was 38....
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
'Lost Boys' actor Corey Haim dies
Actor Corey Haim, who appeared in a number of movies during the 1980s, died early Wednesday of a possible drug overdose after being taken to a...
Actor Corey Haim, who appeared in a number of movies during the 1980s, died early Wednesday of a possible drug overdose after being taken to a...
CNN.com
Lost Boys actor Haim dies aged 38
Lost Boys actor Corey Haim dies at the age of 38, the Los Angeles coroner's office confirms.
sunni Lost Boys actor Corey Haim dies at the age of 38, the Los Angeles coroner's office confirms.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Egypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81 - Voice of America
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
World - Google News
EGYPT: Country's highest Sunni cleric dies of heart attack
Egypt's top ranked Sunni cleric has died of a heart attack. Sheikh Mohammed Sayed Tantawi was the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar -- Sunni Islam's highest...
sarkozy Egypt's top ranked Sunni cleric has died of a heart attack. Sheikh Mohammed Sayed Tantawi was the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar -- Sunni Islam's highest...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
FRANCE: Prime minister denies rift with President Sarkozy
Media reports say French President Nicolas Sarkozy recently locked horns with his popular PM François Fillon, reports Fillon denies. But as...
Media reports say French President Nicolas Sarkozy recently locked horns with his popular PM François Fillon, reports Fillon denies. But as...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
FRANCE: Sarkozy ‘works up a sweat’ in faltering campaign
Members of France's opposition have blasted President Nicolas Sarkozy’s involvement in the regional elections, claiming Sarkozy is over-stepping...
killed Members of France's opposition have blasted President Nicolas Sarkozy’s involvement in the regional elections, claiming Sarkozy is over-stepping...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Indonesia says killed leading militant Dulmatin - Christian Science Monitor
ReutersIndonesia says killed leading militant DulmatinChristian Science MonitorIndonesia said Wednesday that it had killed leading Islamist militant...
ReutersIndonesia says killed leading militant DulmatinChristian Science MonitorIndonesia said Wednesday that it had killed leading Islamist militant...
World - Google News
'Last Bali bomber' killed in Indonesia
Indonesia's president confirms security forces have killed the last main main suspect in the 2002 Bali bombings, Dulmatin.
Indonesia's president confirms security forces have killed the last main main suspect in the 2002 Bali bombings, Dulmatin.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Bali bomb-maker killed in raid
Indonesia's president confirms death of top fugitive in Jakarta police raid.
Indonesia's president confirms death of top fugitive in Jakarta police raid.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
INDONESIA: Suspected Bali bombings mastermind confirmed killed in police raid
During a visit to Australia Wednesday, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono confirmed that Dulmatin (pictured) - the suspected mastermind of...
burma During a visit to Australia Wednesday, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono confirmed that Dulmatin (pictured) - the suspected mastermind of...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
BURMA: Junta's new election law bars Suu Kyi from poll
Burma’s military junta has issued a new law stating that candidates with a criminal conviction cannot contest a forthcoming election, thereby...
Burma’s military junta has issued a new law stating that candidates with a criminal conviction cannot contest a forthcoming election, thereby...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Burma law bans Suu Kyi from poll
A new election law formally bars pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi from taking part in elections planned in Burma.
A new election law formally bars pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi from taking part in elections planned in Burma.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
EU should drop failed sanctions policy against Burma, say experts
While the EU announced a humanitarian aid package for Burma this week, it left in place its 14-year old sanctions regime against the country. Experts...
german While the EU announced a humanitarian aid package for Burma this week, it left in place its 14-year old sanctions regime against the country. Experts...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
German Catholics to investigate abuse charges
Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday.
Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday.
msnbc.com: World news
German bishops to probe 'abuses'
Investigation to include allegations of sexual abuse at a choir once led by pope's brother.
Investigation to include allegations of sexual abuse at a choir once led by pope's brother.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
German Catholics to investigate abuse charges
BERLIN (AP) -- Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday - one into the renowned choir once led by Pope...
BERLIN (AP) -- Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday - one into the renowned choir once led by Pope...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
German Catholics to investigate abuse charges
(AP)
AP - Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday — one into the renowned choir once led by Pope Benedict...
brown AP - Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday — one into the renowned choir once led by Pope Benedict...
Yahoo! News: World News
Brown says UK to maintain AAA credit rating
LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Gordon Brown said on Wednesday he believed Britain would maintain its coveted top credit rating and announced a pay...
LONDON (Reuters) - Prime Minister Gordon Brown said on Wednesday he believed Britain would maintain its coveted top credit rating and announced a pay...
Reuters: World News
Brown: UK economy remains fragile
British prime minister says he is man to steer economy to safety as election looms.
charity British prime minister says he is man to steer economy to safety as election looms.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
Charity suspends operation in Pakistan after attack kills 6 - CNN International
Malaysia StarCharity suspends operation in Pakistan after attack kills 6CNN InternationalIslamabad, Pakistan (CNN) -- An international aid...
Malaysia StarCharity suspends operation in Pakistan after attack kills 6CNN InternationalIslamabad, Pakistan (CNN) -- An international aid...
World - Google News
PAKISTAN: Five dead as militants attack Christian charity
Militants have attacked the office of US-based Christian charity, World Vision, in Mansehra district, north of Islamabad, killing five. There are no...
china Militants have attacked the office of US-based Christian charity, World Vision, in Mansehra district, north of Islamabad, killing five. There are no...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Dalai Lama: China aims to annihilate Buddhism
The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach a...
The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach a...
msnbc.com: World news
Dalai Lama: China aims to annihilate Buddhism
(AP)
AP - The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach...
AP - The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach...
Yahoo! News: World News
China denies World Cup sweatshop
A Shanghai company denies it used sweatshop labour to produce World Cup mascots, as Fifa suspends its manufacturing contract.
A Shanghai company denies it used sweatshop labour to produce World Cup mascots, as Fifa suspends its manufacturing contract.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Dalai Lama Expresses 'Little Hope' for Progress With China on Tibetan Issue - Voice of America
The GuardianDalai Lama Expresses 'Little Hope' for Progress With China on Tibetan IssueVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Tibet's exiled spiritual...
The GuardianDalai Lama Expresses 'Little Hope' for Progress With China on Tibetan IssueVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Tibet's exiled spiritual...
World - Google News
China lets its cash speak in the Balkans
As Brussels painstakingly deliberates the merits of aspiring European Union members in the Balkans, Beijing has begun an investment offensive in the...
iran As Brussels painstakingly deliberates the merits of aspiring European Union members in the Balkans, Beijing has begun an investment offensive in the...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
Families: 3 Americans detained in Iran call home
Cindy Hickey had rehearsed what she would say to her son when she finally got to talk to him months after he was detained in Iran. When the time...
Cindy Hickey had rehearsed what she would say to her son when she finally got to talk to him months after he was detained in Iran. When the time...
msnbc.com: World news
Iran attacks US over Afghanistan
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says it is the US, not Tehran, that is playing a "double game" in Afghanistan.
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says it is the US, not Tehran, that is playing a "double game" in Afghanistan.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
U.S., Iran 'court' Afghanistan
America's defense chief thanked Afghanistan's soldiers for their service during a tour of a training camp Wednesday as Iran's hardline president...
America's defense chief thanked Afghanistan's soldiers for their service during a tour of a training camp Wednesday as Iran's hardline president...
CNN.com
Iran attacks US Afghan role
In Afghanistan for talks, Ahmadinejad responds sharply to US defence secretary's criticism.
freed In Afghanistan for talks, Ahmadinejad responds sharply to US defence secretary's criticism.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
Aid worker snatched by al Qaeda freed
A Spanish aid worker kidnapped by Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM) last November in Mauritania has been freed unharmed, but the group continues...
A Spanish aid worker kidnapped by Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM) last November in Mauritania has been freed unharmed, but the group continues...
CNN.com
Spanish hostage in Africa freed
A Spanish woman aid worker kidnapped in West Africa last year has been freed, the Spanish government says.
part A Spanish woman aid worker kidnapped in West Africa last year has been freed, the Spanish government says.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Putin's India visit part of Russia's balancing act with Asia's rising powers
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin visits New Delhi this week hoping to seal military cooperation deals worth around $4 billion (2.9bn euros). But...
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin visits New Delhi this week hoping to seal military cooperation deals worth around $4 billion (2.9bn euros). But...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
POLITICS: The Regional Elections in France: a national test? (part 2)
Marc Perelman interviews Razzy Hammadi, secretary in charge of Public services (French Socialist Party); Benjamin Lancar, President of the UMP’s...
america Marc Perelman interviews Razzy Hammadi, secretary in charge of Public services (French Socialist Party); Benjamin Lancar, President of the UMP’s...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Governor of Nigeria's Violence-Wracked State Blames Army for Inaction - Voice of America
Globe and MailGovernor of Nigeria's Violence-Wracked State Blames Army for InactionVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP As tension mounts in central...
Globe and MailGovernor of Nigeria's Violence-Wracked State Blames Army for InactionVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP As tension mounts in central...
World - Google News
Egypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81 - Voice of America
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
World - Google News
Dalai Lama Expresses 'Little Hope' for Progress With China on Tibetan Issue - Voice of America
The GuardianDalai Lama Expresses 'Little Hope' for Progress With China on Tibetan IssueVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Tibet's exiled spiritual...
The GuardianDalai Lama Expresses 'Little Hope' for Progress With China on Tibetan IssueVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Tibet's exiled spiritual...
World - Google News
Ahmadinejad: US Forces Cannot Bring Peace to Afghanistan - Voice of America
Telegraph.co.ukAhmadinejad: US Forces Cannot Bring Peace to AfghanistanVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is in...
over Telegraph.co.ukAhmadinejad: US Forces Cannot Bring Peace to AfghanistanVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is in...
World - Google News
Nigeria charges over Jos killings
Police say 49 people are to be charged with murder following communal violence that left scores of Nigerian villagers dead.
Police say 49 people are to be charged with murder following communal violence that left scores of Nigerian villagers dead.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Economic storm not over, says PM
Gordon Brown warns of economic storms ahead but vows not to "let you down" as the date of the Budget is announced.
Gordon Brown warns of economic storms ahead but vows not to "let you down" as the date of the Budget is announced.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Iran attacks US over Afghanistan
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says it is the US, not Tehran, that is playing a "double game" in Afghanistan.
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says it is the US, not Tehran, that is playing a "double game" in Afghanistan.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Fury over Israel 'bulldozer death'
The parents of a U.S. woman who was killed as she tried to stop a bulldozer from crushing homes in Gaza are taking Israel's defense ministry to court.
The parents of a U.S. woman who was killed as she tried to stop a bulldozer from crushing homes in Gaza are taking Israel's defense ministry to court.
CNN.com
Israel sued over dead US activist
A court case brought by the family of Rachel Corrie, a US protester killed by an Israeli army bulldozer in 2003, opens in Israel.
qaeda A court case brought by the family of Rachel Corrie, a US protester killed by an Israeli army bulldozer in 2003, opens in Israel.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Aid worker snatched by al Qaeda freed
A Spanish aid worker kidnapped by Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM) last November in Mauritania has been freed unharmed, but the group continues...
A Spanish aid worker kidnapped by Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM) last November in Mauritania has been freed unharmed, but the group continues...
CNN.com
Next terrorist attack in Europe likely to come from Pakistani Group - not al Qaeda
The West is seeking to bolster Yemen's government in a bid to thwart possible attacks by al Qaedaâs Yemeni affiliate. Yet the next attack may...
timecom The West is seeking to bolster Yemen's government in a bid to thwart possible attacks by al Qaedaâs Yemeni affiliate. Yet the next attack may...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
East Africa's Oil and Gas: Drilling, Exploration Rising
(Time.com)
Time.com - New drilling in and off countries up the coast of East Africa shows that the region may have massive reserves of natural gas and oil
Time.com - New drilling in and off countries up the coast of East Africa shows that the region may have massive reserves of natural gas and oil
Yahoo! News: World News
Beyond Sanctions: How to Solve the Iranian Riddle
(Time.com)
Time.com - Beyond Sanctions: How to Solve the Iranian Riddle
wins Time.com - Beyond Sanctions: How to Solve the Iranian Riddle
Yahoo! News: World News
Russian tycoon wins poison libel case
Boris Berezovsky wins his UK libel case against a Russian broadcaster which claimed the Russian oligarch was behind the poisoning of ex-spy Alexander...
Boris Berezovsky wins his UK libel case against a Russian broadcaster which claimed the Russian oligarch was behind the poisoning of ex-spy Alexander...
CNN.com
Berezovsky wins poison libel case
Businessman Boris Berezovsky wins his libel case over claims he was behind the murder of former Russian agent Alexander Litvinenko.
act Businessman Boris Berezovsky wins his libel case over claims he was behind the murder of former Russian agent Alexander Litvinenko.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Russian drivers forced to act as shield
(AP)
AP - Russian traffic police are under investigation for ordering civilian motorists to park their cars across a highway — and remain inside...
AP - Russian traffic police are under investigation for ordering civilian motorists to park their cars across a highway — and remain inside...
Yahoo! News: World News
Putin's India visit part of Russia's balancing act with Asia's rising powers
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin visits New Delhi this week hoping to seal military cooperation deals worth around $4 billion (2.9bn euros). But...
investigate Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin visits New Delhi this week hoping to seal military cooperation deals worth around $4 billion (2.9bn euros). But...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
German Catholics to investigate abuse charges
Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday.
Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday.
msnbc.com: World news
German Catholics to investigate abuse charges
BERLIN (AP) -- Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday - one into the renowned choir once led by Pope...
BERLIN (AP) -- Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday - one into the renowned choir once led by Pope...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
German Catholics to investigate abuse charges
(AP)
AP - Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday — one into the renowned choir once led by Pope Benedict...
bali AP - Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday — one into the renowned choir once led by Pope Benedict...
Yahoo! News: World News
Bali bombing mastermind dead
The suspected mastermind behind the deadly Bali bombings in 2002 has been killed by Indonesian police, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono...
The suspected mastermind behind the deadly Bali bombings in 2002 has been killed by Indonesian police, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono...
CNN.com
'Last Bali bomber' killed in Indonesia
Indonesia's president confirms security forces have killed the last main main suspect in the 2002 Bali bombings, Dulmatin.
Indonesia's president confirms security forces have killed the last main main suspect in the 2002 Bali bombings, Dulmatin.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Bali bomb-maker killed in raid
Indonesia's president confirms death of top fugitive in Jakarta police raid.
Indonesia's president confirms death of top fugitive in Jakarta police raid.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
INDONESIA: Suspected Bali bombings mastermind confirmed killed in police raid
During a visit to Australia Wednesday, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono confirmed that Dulmatin (pictured) - the suspected mastermind of...
chile During a visit to Australia Wednesday, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono confirmed that Dulmatin (pictured) - the suspected mastermind of...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Disaster experts praise Chile quake response
(AP)
AP - President Michelle Bachelet leaves office on Thursday with a chunk of her country in ruins — and her popularity in the clouds.
AP - President Michelle Bachelet leaves office on Thursday with a chunk of her country in ruins — and her popularity in the clouds.
Yahoo! News: World News
Insurers 'face $7bn Chile bill'
The earthquake in Chile may cost the global insurance industry as much as $7bn (£4.7bn), Swiss Re estimates.
preval The earthquake in Chile may cost the global insurance industry as much as $7bn (£4.7bn), Swiss Re estimates.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Obama hosts Haitian President Preval for talks
President Barack Obama is renewing America's commitment to the recovery and reconstruction of earthquake-devastated Haiti, telling visiting President...
President Barack Obama is renewing America's commitment to the recovery and reconstruction of earthquake-devastated Haiti, telling visiting President...
msnbc.com: World news
HAITI: Preval to meet Obama amid US calls for quick Haitian elections
Haitian President Rene Preval is expected to acknowledge US quake aid during his meeting with President Barack Obama Wednesday while Obama is...
charges Haitian President Rene Preval is expected to acknowledge US quake aid during his meeting with President Barack Obama Wednesday while Obama is...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Nigeria charges over Jos killings
Police say 49 people are to be charged with murder following communal violence that left scores of Nigerian villagers dead.
Police say 49 people are to be charged with murder following communal violence that left scores of Nigerian villagers dead.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
German Catholics to investigate abuse charges
Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday.
Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday.
msnbc.com: World news
German Catholics to investigate abuse charges
BERLIN (AP) -- Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday - one into the renowned choir once led by Pope...
BERLIN (AP) -- Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday - one into the renowned choir once led by Pope...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
German Catholics to investigate abuse charges
(AP)
AP - Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday — one into the renowned choir once led by Pope Benedict...
israeli AP - Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday — one into the renowned choir once led by Pope Benedict...
Yahoo! News: World News
ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN CONFLICT: Biden says Israeli settlement plan undermines peace efforts
US Vice President Joe Biden has criticised Israeli plans to build 1,600 new Jewish homes in East Jerusalem ahead of talks with the head of the...
US Vice President Joe Biden has criticised Israeli plans to build 1,600 new Jewish homes in East Jerusalem ahead of talks with the head of the...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
US family seeks Israeli damages
Case concerns Rachel Corrie's death during protest against Palestinian home demolitions.
Case concerns Rachel Corrie's death during protest against Palestinian home demolitions.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
New wrinkle in Joe Biden agenda: 1,600 units in Israeli settlement
(The Christian Science Monitor)
The Christian Science Monitor - As Vice President Joe Biden began four days of diplomatic meetings on Iran and the peace process, there was already a...
peace The Christian Science Monitor - As Vice President Joe Biden began four days of diplomatic meetings on Iran and the peace process, there was already a...
Yahoo! News: World News
Internet up for Nobel Peace Prize
The internet is among a record 237 individuals and organisations nominated for this year's Nobel Peace Prize.
The internet is among a record 237 individuals and organisations nominated for this year's Nobel Peace Prize.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Obama effect boosts Nobel Peace Prize nominations
OSLO (Reuters) - A record 237 people and organizations have been nominated for the 2010 Nobel Peace Prize, with interest boosted by last year's award...
OSLO (Reuters) - A record 237 people and organizations have been nominated for the 2010 Nobel Peace Prize, with interest boosted by last year's award...
Reuters: World News
US: Israel undermining peace effort
Vice president condemns Israel for plan to construct 1,600 new homes in East Jerusalem.
Vice president condemns Israel for plan to construct 1,600 new homes in East Jerusalem.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN CONFLICT: Biden says Israeli settlement plan undermines peace efforts
US Vice President Joe Biden has criticised Israeli plans to build 1,600 new Jewish homes in East Jerusalem ahead of talks with the head of the...
US Vice President Joe Biden has criticised Israeli plans to build 1,600 new Jewish homes in East Jerusalem ahead of talks with the head of the...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Ahmadinejad: US Forces Cannot Bring Peace to Afghanistan - Voice of America
Telegraph.co.ukAhmadinejad: US Forces Cannot Bring Peace to AfghanistanVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is in...
Telegraph.co.ukAhmadinejad: US Forces Cannot Bring Peace to AfghanistanVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is in...
World - Google News
Can US broker Middle East peace?
Joe Biden is in the region to encourage talks between the Palestinians and Israel. What can be achieved?
bishops Joe Biden is in the region to encourage talks between the Palestinians and Israel. What can be achieved?
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
German bishops to probe 'abuses'
Investigation to include allegations of sexual abuse at a choir once led by pope's brother.
Investigation to include allegations of sexual abuse at a choir once led by pope's brother.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
Bishops launch abuse investigation
Catholic bishops in the Netherlands have announced an independent investigation into allegations of child abuse by clergy, widening a scandal that...
dalai Catholic bishops in the Netherlands have announced an independent investigation into allegations of child abuse by clergy, widening a scandal that...
CNN.com
Dalai Lama: China aims to annihilate Buddhism
The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach a...
The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach a...
msnbc.com: World news
Dalai Lama: China aims to annihilate Buddhism
(AP)
AP - The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach...
AP - The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach...
Yahoo! News: World News
Dalai Lama Expresses 'Little Hope' for Progress With China on Tibetan Issue - Voice of America
The GuardianDalai Lama Expresses 'Little Hope' for Progress With China on Tibetan IssueVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Tibet's exiled spiritual...
heart The GuardianDalai Lama Expresses 'Little Hope' for Progress With China on Tibetan IssueVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Tibet's exiled spiritual...
World - Google News
Egypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81 - Voice of America
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
World - Google News
EGYPT: Country's highest Sunni cleric dies of heart attack
Egypt's top ranked Sunni cleric has died of a heart attack. Sheikh Mohammed Sayed Tantawi was the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar -- Sunni Islam's highest...
biden Egypt's top ranked Sunni cleric has died of a heart attack. Sheikh Mohammed Sayed Tantawi was the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar -- Sunni Islam's highest...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Biden: Palestinians deserve 'viable' state
(AP)
AP - Vice President Joe Biden's displeasure over an Israeli plan to enlarge an east Jerusalem settlement was on display Wednesday as he warned...
AP - Vice President Joe Biden's displeasure over an Israeli plan to enlarge an east Jerusalem settlement was on display Wednesday as he warned...
Yahoo! News: World News
Biden steps up pressure on Israel
The US vice-president renews criticism of Israel over an East Jerusalem building project and urges bold steps to peace.
The US vice-president renews criticism of Israel over an East Jerusalem building project and urges bold steps to peace.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Biden says Palestinians deserve ‘viable’ state
Vice President Joe Biden said Wednesday the Palestinians deserve a "viable" independent state with contiguous territory.
Vice President Joe Biden said Wednesday the Palestinians deserve a "viable" independent state with contiguous territory.
msnbc.com: World news
ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN CONFLICT: Biden says Israeli settlement plan undermines peace efforts
US Vice President Joe Biden has criticised Israeli plans to build 1,600 new Jewish homes in East Jerusalem ahead of talks with the head of the...
US Vice President Joe Biden has criticised Israeli plans to build 1,600 new Jewish homes in East Jerusalem ahead of talks with the head of the...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Israel rebuffs Biden by announcing new settlement construction
(McClatchy Newspapers)
McClatchy Newspapers - JERUSALEM — Hours after the arrival Tuesday of Vice President Joe Biden to help launch indirect Israeli-Palestinian...
McClatchy Newspapers - JERUSALEM — Hours after the arrival Tuesday of Vice President Joe Biden to help launch indirect Israeli-Palestinian...
Yahoo! News: World News
New wrinkle in Joe Biden agenda: 1,600 units in Israeli settlement
(The Christian Science Monitor)
The Christian Science Monitor - As Vice President Joe Biden began four days of diplomatic meetings on Iran and the peace process, there was already a...
shield The Christian Science Monitor - As Vice President Joe Biden began four days of diplomatic meetings on Iran and the peace process, there was already a...
Yahoo! News: World News
Russian drivers 'used as shield'
Russia launches a criminal inquiry after claims that traffic police used civilian drivers as a "human shield" to stop criminals.
Russia launches a criminal inquiry after claims that traffic police used civilian drivers as a "human shield" to stop criminals.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Russian drivers forced to act as shield
(AP)
AP - Russian traffic police are under investigation for ordering civilian motorists to park their cars across a highway — and remain inside...
denies AP - Russian traffic police are under investigation for ordering civilian motorists to park their cars across a highway — and remain inside...
Yahoo! News: World News
China denies World Cup sweatshop
A Shanghai company denies it used sweatshop labour to produce World Cup mascots, as Fifa suspends its manufacturing contract.
A Shanghai company denies it used sweatshop labour to produce World Cup mascots, as Fifa suspends its manufacturing contract.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
FRANCE: Prime minister denies rift with President Sarkozy
Media reports say French President Nicolas Sarkozy recently locked horns with his popular PM François Fillon, reports Fillon denies. But as...
big Media reports say French President Nicolas Sarkozy recently locked horns with his popular PM François Fillon, reports Fillon denies. But as...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
High stakes in China's big dig
SHENYANG, China (Reuters) - In a tunnel deep beneath Shenyang's busy streets, Lu Ze flicked a switch and a lone light bulb revealed a cluttered...
SHENYANG, China (Reuters) - In a tunnel deep beneath Shenyang's busy streets, Lu Ze flicked a switch and a lone light bulb revealed a cluttered...
Reuters: World News
China's exports see big increase
China's exports surged 46% in February, figures show, raising hopes of a strong recovery in global trade.
China's exports surged 46% in February, figures show, raising hopes of a strong recovery in global trade.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Putin eyes multi-billion dollar deals with old ally India
(AFP)
AFP - Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin heads to India Thursday to strengthen the close partnership Moscow and New Delhi have enjoyed since the...
AFP - Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin heads to India Thursday to strengthen the close partnership Moscow and New Delhi have enjoyed since the...
Yahoo! News: World News
E.Timor president insists does not want warcrimes tribunal
(AFP)
AFP - East Timor President Jose Ramos-Horta on Wednesday denied claims by Amnesty International that he would support a tribunal for abuses committed...
AFP - East Timor President Jose Ramos-Horta on Wednesday denied claims by Amnesty International that he would support a tribunal for abuses committed...
Yahoo! News: World News
East Africa's Oil and Gas: Drilling, Exploration Rising
(Time.com)
Time.com - New drilling in and off countries up the coast of East Africa shows that the region may have massive reserves of natural gas and oil
Time.com - New drilling in and off countries up the coast of East Africa shows that the region may have massive reserves of natural gas and oil
Yahoo! News: World News
Beyond Sanctions: How to Solve the Iranian Riddle
(Time.com)
Time.com - Beyond Sanctions: How to Solve the Iranian Riddle
Time.com - Beyond Sanctions: How to Solve the Iranian Riddle
Yahoo! News: World News
Air Canada learns that hockey trumps flying
(Reuters)
Reuters - Canada's largest airline has learned it sometimes has to take a back seat to the country's biggest sporting passion, ice hockey, the head...
Reuters - Canada's largest airline has learned it sometimes has to take a back seat to the country's biggest sporting passion, ice hockey, the head...
Yahoo! News: World News
Israel rebuffs Biden by announcing new settlement construction
(McClatchy Newspapers)
McClatchy Newspapers - JERUSALEM — Hours after the arrival Tuesday of Vice President Joe Biden to help launch indirect Israeli-Palestinian...
McClatchy Newspapers - JERUSALEM — Hours after the arrival Tuesday of Vice President Joe Biden to help launch indirect Israeli-Palestinian...
Yahoo! News: World News
New wrinkle in Joe Biden agenda: 1,600 units in Israeli settlement
(The Christian Science Monitor)
The Christian Science Monitor - As Vice President Joe Biden began four days of diplomatic meetings on Iran and the peace process, there was already a...
The Christian Science Monitor - As Vice President Joe Biden began four days of diplomatic meetings on Iran and the peace process, there was already a...
Yahoo! News: World News
Nigeria: More Mass Graves Dug in Jos
(OneWorld.net)
OneWorld.net - ABUJA, Mar 8 (IRIN) - Hundreds of people in the city of Jos, 350km northeast of Nigeria's capital, Abuja, have been buried in mass...
togo OneWorld.net - ABUJA, Mar 8 (IRIN) - Hundreds of people in the city of Jos, 350km northeast of Nigeria's capital, Abuja, have been buried in mass...
Yahoo! News: World News
TOGO: Protesters defy demonstration ban, clash with police
Togolese police have dispersed groups of young men who gathered in protest at the re-election of President Faure Gnassingbe, despite an earlier...
Togolese police have dispersed groups of young men who gathered in protest at the re-election of President Faure Gnassingbe, despite an earlier...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Togo Elections: Togo's fight for change
March 4: Togo heads to the polls to elect a new President. Incumbent Faure Gnassingbé is seeking another term, after the army installed him as...
actor March 4: Togo heads to the polls to elect a new President. Incumbent Faure Gnassingbé is seeking another term, after the army installed him as...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
'Lost Boys' actor Corey Haim dead in Calif. at 38
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Corey Haim, a 1980s teen heartthrob whose career was blighted by drug abuse, has died. He was 38....
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Corey Haim, a 1980s teen heartthrob whose career was blighted by drug abuse, has died. He was 38....
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
'Lost Boys' actor Corey Haim dies
Actor Corey Haim, who appeared in a number of movies during the 1980s, died early Wednesday of a possible drug overdose after being taken to a...
Actor Corey Haim, who appeared in a number of movies during the 1980s, died early Wednesday of a possible drug overdose after being taken to a...
CNN.com
Lost Boys actor Haim dies aged 38
Lost Boys actor Corey Haim dies at the age of 38, the Los Angeles coroner's office confirms.
mastermind Lost Boys actor Corey Haim dies at the age of 38, the Los Angeles coroner's office confirms.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Bali bombing mastermind dead
The suspected mastermind behind the deadly Bali bombings in 2002 has been killed by Indonesian police, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono...
The suspected mastermind behind the deadly Bali bombings in 2002 has been killed by Indonesian police, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono...
CNN.com
INDONESIA: Suspected Bali bombings mastermind confirmed killed in police raid
During a visit to Australia Wednesday, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono confirmed that Dulmatin (pictured) - the suspected mastermind of...
see During a visit to Australia Wednesday, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono confirmed that Dulmatin (pictured) - the suspected mastermind of...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Nigerians demand to see president
Activists demand cabinet be sacked and President Umaru Yar'Adua appear in public.
Activists demand cabinet be sacked and President Umaru Yar'Adua appear in public.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
China's exports see big increase
China's exports surged 46% in February, figures show, raising hopes of a strong recovery in global trade.
group China's exports surged 46% in February, figures show, raising hopes of a strong recovery in global trade.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
US aid group attacked in NW Pakistan; 6 dead
ISLAMABAD (AP) -- Suspected militants armed with assault rifles and a homemade bomb attacked the offices of a U.S.-based Christian aid group...
ISLAMABAD (AP) -- Suspected militants armed with assault rifles and a homemade bomb attacked the offices of a U.S.-based Christian aid group...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
Next terrorist attack in Europe likely to come from Pakistani Group - not al Qaeda
The West is seeking to bolster Yemen's government in a bid to thwart possible attacks by al Qaedaâs Yemeni affiliate. Yet the next attack may...
haim The West is seeking to bolster Yemen's government in a bid to thwart possible attacks by al Qaedaâs Yemeni affiliate. Yet the next attack may...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
'Lost Boys' actor Corey Haim dead in Calif. at 38
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Corey Haim, a 1980s teen heartthrob whose career was blighted by drug abuse, has died. He was 38....
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Corey Haim, a 1980s teen heartthrob whose career was blighted by drug abuse, has died. He was 38....
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
'Lost Boys' actor Corey Haim dies
Actor Corey Haim, who appeared in a number of movies during the 1980s, died early Wednesday of a possible drug overdose after being taken to a...
Actor Corey Haim, who appeared in a number of movies during the 1980s, died early Wednesday of a possible drug overdose after being taken to a...
CNN.com
Lost Boys actor Haim dies aged 38
Lost Boys actor Corey Haim dies at the age of 38, the Los Angeles coroner's office confirms.
conflict Lost Boys actor Corey Haim dies at the age of 38, the Los Angeles coroner's office confirms.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
East Jerusalem lies at core of conflict
(AP)
AP - Israel's plan to build 1,600 new apartments in contested east Jerusalem has thrown a spotlight on the city at the core of the...
AP - Israel's plan to build 1,600 new apartments in contested east Jerusalem has thrown a spotlight on the city at the core of the...
Yahoo! News: World News
ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN CONFLICT: Biden says Israeli settlement plan undermines peace efforts
US Vice President Joe Biden has criticised Israeli plans to build 1,600 new Jewish homes in East Jerusalem ahead of talks with the head of the...
afghanistan US Vice President Joe Biden has criticised Israeli plans to build 1,600 new Jewish homes in East Jerusalem ahead of talks with the head of the...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Ahmadinejad, Gates trade barbs in Afghanistan
KABUL (Reuters) - Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and Defense Secretary Robert Gates traded barbs on Wednesday during briefly overlapping...
KABUL (Reuters) - Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and Defense Secretary Robert Gates traded barbs on Wednesday during briefly overlapping...
Reuters: World News
Ahmadinejad: US Forces Cannot Bring Peace to Afghanistan - Voice of America
Telegraph.co.ukAhmadinejad: US Forces Cannot Bring Peace to AfghanistanVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is in...
Telegraph.co.ukAhmadinejad: US Forces Cannot Bring Peace to AfghanistanVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is in...
World - Google News
AFGHANISTAN: Ahmadinejad and Gates swap insults in Kabul
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and US Secretary of Defence, Robert Gates, have both used state visits to Afghanistan to swap insults.
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and US Secretary of Defence, Robert Gates, have both used state visits to Afghanistan to swap insults.
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Iran attacks US over Afghanistan
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says it is the US, not Tehran, that is playing a "double game" in Afghanistan.
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says it is the US, not Tehran, that is playing a "double game" in Afghanistan.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
U.S., Iran 'court' Afghanistan
America's defense chief thanked Afghanistan's soldiers for their service during a tour of a training camp Wednesday as Iran's hardline president...
raid America's defense chief thanked Afghanistan's soldiers for their service during a tour of a training camp Wednesday as Iran's hardline president...
CNN.com
Gunmen kill 6 in Western aid agency raid in Pakistan
OGHI, Pakistan (Reuters) - Suspected Islamist militants stormed an office of a U.S.-based, Christian aid agency in Pakistan on Wednesday, killing six...
OGHI, Pakistan (Reuters) - Suspected Islamist militants stormed an office of a U.S.-based, Christian aid agency in Pakistan on Wednesday, killing six...
Reuters: World News
Bali bomb-maker killed in raid
Indonesia's president confirms death of top fugitive in Jakarta police raid.
Indonesia's president confirms death of top fugitive in Jakarta police raid.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
INDONESIA: Suspected Bali bombings mastermind confirmed killed in police raid
During a visit to Australia Wednesday, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono confirmed that Dulmatin (pictured) - the suspected mastermind of...
cartoon During a visit to Australia Wednesday, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono confirmed that Dulmatin (pictured) - the suspected mastermind of...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'
STOCKHOLM (AP) -- A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets...
STOCKHOLM (AP) -- A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'
(AP)
AP - A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets and believes the...
AP - A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets and believes the...
Yahoo! News: World News
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech' - The Associated Press
CBS NewsSwedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'The Associated PressSTOCKHOLM — A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the...
nyt CBS NewsSwedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'The Associated PressSTOCKHOLM — A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the...
World - Google News
NYT: Michelangelo bumped from art chart by ...
By one new metric, Michelangelo has been bumped from his perch atop the Italian art charts by Caravaggio.
By one new metric, Michelangelo has been bumped from his perch atop the Italian art charts by Caravaggio.
msnbc.com: World news
NYT: Flu shots in kids provide ‘herd immunity’
Although previous studies have demonstrated what scientists call “herd immunity,” none have been so incontrovertible as a study of farming...
Although previous studies have demonstrated what scientists call “herd immunity,” none have been so incontrovertible as a study of farming...
msnbc.com: World news
NYT: Food aid to Somalia diverted
As much as half the food aid sent to Somalia is diverted from needy people to a web of corrupt contractors, Islamist militants and local U.N. staff,...
news As much as half the food aid sent to Somalia is diverted from needy people to a web of corrupt contractors, Islamist militants and local U.N. staff,...
msnbc.com: World news
Northern Ireland Assembly - BBC News
Times OnlineNorthern Ireland AssemblyBBC NewsThe Hillsborough Agreement represents the opportunity for a new start for the people of Northern...
afp Times OnlineNorthern Ireland AssemblyBBC NewsThe Hillsborough Agreement represents the opportunity for a new start for the people of Northern...
World - Google News
Putin eyes multi-billion dollar deals with old ally India
(AFP)
AFP - Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin heads to India Thursday to strengthen the close partnership Moscow and New Delhi have enjoyed since the...
AFP - Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin heads to India Thursday to strengthen the close partnership Moscow and New Delhi have enjoyed since the...
Yahoo! News: World News
E.Timor president insists does not want warcrimes tribunal
(AFP)
AFP - East Timor President Jose Ramos-Horta on Wednesday denied claims by Amnesty International that he would support a tribunal for abuses committed...
dead AFP - East Timor President Jose Ramos-Horta on Wednesday denied claims by Amnesty International that he would support a tribunal for abuses committed...
Yahoo! News: World News
'Lost Boys' actor Corey Haim dead in Calif. at 38
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Corey Haim, a 1980s teen heartthrob whose career was blighted by drug abuse, has died. He was 38....
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Corey Haim, a 1980s teen heartthrob whose career was blighted by drug abuse, has died. He was 38....
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
US aid group attacked in NW Pakistan; 6 dead
ISLAMABAD (AP) -- Suspected militants armed with assault rifles and a homemade bomb attacked the offices of a U.S.-based Christian aid group...
ISLAMABAD (AP) -- Suspected militants armed with assault rifles and a homemade bomb attacked the offices of a U.S.-based Christian aid group...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
Bali bombing mastermind dead
The suspected mastermind behind the deadly Bali bombings in 2002 has been killed by Indonesian police, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono...
The suspected mastermind behind the deadly Bali bombings in 2002 has been killed by Indonesian police, Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono...
CNN.com
Israel sued over dead US activist
A court case brought by the family of Rachel Corrie, a US protester killed by an Israeli army bulldozer in 2003, opens in Israel.
A court case brought by the family of Rachel Corrie, a US protester killed by an Israeli army bulldozer in 2003, opens in Israel.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
PAKISTAN: Five dead as militants attack Christian charity
Militants have attacked the office of US-based Christian charity, World Vision, in Mansehra district, north of Islamabad, killing five. There are no...
chinas Militants have attacked the office of US-based Christian charity, World Vision, in Mansehra district, north of Islamabad, killing five. There are no...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
High stakes in China's big dig
SHENYANG, China (Reuters) - In a tunnel deep beneath Shenyang's busy streets, Lu Ze flicked a switch and a lone light bulb revealed a cluttered...
SHENYANG, China (Reuters) - In a tunnel deep beneath Shenyang's busy streets, Lu Ze flicked a switch and a lone light bulb revealed a cluttered...
Reuters: World News
China's exports see big increase
China's exports surged 46% in February, figures show, raising hopes of a strong recovery in global trade.
more China's exports surged 46% in February, figures show, raising hopes of a strong recovery in global trade.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
More schools fail Ofsted checks
More schools in England are being judged as inadequate in Ofsted's new-style inspections, according to figures just released.
More schools in England are being judged as inadequate in Ofsted's new-style inspections, according to figures just released.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
AP-GfK Poll: Obama more popular than Congress
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Americans have come to detest Congress ever more deeply as it nears the end of a nasty fight over health care. But more than...
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Americans have come to detest Congress ever more deeply as it nears the end of a nasty fight over health care. But more than...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
Nigeria: More Mass Graves Dug in Jos
(OneWorld.net)
OneWorld.net - ABUJA, Mar 8 (IRIN) - Hundreds of people in the city of Jos, 350km northeast of Nigeria's capital, Abuja, have been buried in mass...
prize OneWorld.net - ABUJA, Mar 8 (IRIN) - Hundreds of people in the city of Jos, 350km northeast of Nigeria's capital, Abuja, have been buried in mass...
Yahoo! News: World News
Internet up for Nobel Peace Prize
The internet is among a record 237 individuals and organisations nominated for this year's Nobel Peace Prize.
The internet is among a record 237 individuals and organisations nominated for this year's Nobel Peace Prize.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Obama effect boosts Nobel Peace Prize nominations
OSLO (Reuters) - A record 237 people and organizations have been nominated for the 2010 Nobel Peace Prize, with interest boosted by last year's award...
haitian OSLO (Reuters) - A record 237 people and organizations have been nominated for the 2010 Nobel Peace Prize, with interest boosted by last year's award...
Reuters: World News
Obama hosts Haitian President Preval for talks
President Barack Obama is renewing America's commitment to the recovery and reconstruction of earthquake-devastated Haiti, telling visiting President...
President Barack Obama is renewing America's commitment to the recovery and reconstruction of earthquake-devastated Haiti, telling visiting President...
msnbc.com: World news
HAITI: Preval to meet Obama amid US calls for quick Haitian elections
Haitian President Rene Preval is expected to acknowledge US quake aid during his meeting with President Barack Obama Wednesday while Obama is...
aged Haitian President Rene Preval is expected to acknowledge US quake aid during his meeting with President Barack Obama Wednesday while Obama is...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Lost Boys actor Haim dies aged 38
Lost Boys actor Corey Haim dies at the age of 38, the Los Angeles coroner's office confirms.
Lost Boys actor Corey Haim dies at the age of 38, the Los Angeles coroner's office confirms.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Egypt's top cleric dies aged 81
Egypt's top Muslim cleric has died suddenly in Saudi Arabia at the age of 81.
attack Egypt's top Muslim cleric has died suddenly in Saudi Arabia at the age of 81.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Blast slays 2 Americans at site of CIA attack
Two American soldiers were killed when a suicide bomber blew himself up on the same base where an attacker killed seven CIA operatives in December,...
Two American soldiers were killed when a suicide bomber blew himself up on the same base where an attacker killed seven CIA operatives in December,...
msnbc.com: World news
Pakistan attack kills aid workers
Militants attack the office of a Western aid agency, killing six people and wounding others, the agency and police say.
Militants attack the office of a Western aid agency, killing six people and wounding others, the agency and police say.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
PA cancels ceremony honoring leader of 1978 terror attack in Israel - Ha'aretz
Sydney Morning HeraldPA cancels ceremony honoring leader of 1978 terror attack in IsraelHa'aretzBy Reuters The Palestinian Authority on Wednesday...
Sydney Morning HeraldPA cancels ceremony honoring leader of 1978 terror attack in IsraelHa'aretzBy Reuters The Palestinian Authority on Wednesday...
World - Google News
Egypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81 - Voice of America
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
World - Google News
Charity suspends operation in Pakistan after attack kills 6 - CNN International
Malaysia StarCharity suspends operation in Pakistan after attack kills 6CNN InternationalIslamabad, Pakistan (CNN) -- An international aid...
Malaysia StarCharity suspends operation in Pakistan after attack kills 6CNN InternationalIslamabad, Pakistan (CNN) -- An international aid...
World - Google News
EGYPT: Country's highest Sunni cleric dies of heart attack
Egypt's top ranked Sunni cleric has died of a heart attack. Sheikh Mohammed Sayed Tantawi was the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar -- Sunni Islam's highest...
Egypt's top ranked Sunni cleric has died of a heart attack. Sheikh Mohammed Sayed Tantawi was the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar -- Sunni Islam's highest...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
PAKISTAN: Five dead as militants attack Christian charity
Militants have attacked the office of US-based Christian charity, World Vision, in Mansehra district, north of Islamabad, killing five. There are no...
Militants have attacked the office of US-based Christian charity, World Vision, in Mansehra district, north of Islamabad, killing five. There are no...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Next terrorist attack in Europe likely to come from Pakistani Group - not al Qaeda
The West is seeking to bolster Yemen's government in a bid to thwart possible attacks by al Qaedaâs Yemeni affiliate. Yet the next attack may...
americans The West is seeking to bolster Yemen's government in a bid to thwart possible attacks by al Qaedaâs Yemeni affiliate. Yet the next attack may...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
Blast slays 2 Americans at site of CIA attack
Two American soldiers were killed when a suicide bomber blew himself up on the same base where an attacker killed seven CIA operatives in December,...
Two American soldiers were killed when a suicide bomber blew himself up on the same base where an attacker killed seven CIA operatives in December,...
msnbc.com: World news
Families: 3 Americans detained in Iran call home
Cindy Hickey had rehearsed what she would say to her son when she finally got to talk to him months after he was detained in Iran. When the time...
lama Cindy Hickey had rehearsed what she would say to her son when she finally got to talk to him months after he was detained in Iran. When the time...
msnbc.com: World news
Dalai Lama: China aims to annihilate Buddhism
The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach a...
The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach a...
msnbc.com: World news
Dalai Lama: China aims to annihilate Buddhism
(AP)
AP - The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach...
AP - The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach...
Yahoo! News: World News
Dalai Lama Expresses 'Little Hope' for Progress With China on Tibetan Issue - Voice of America
The GuardianDalai Lama Expresses 'Little Hope' for Progress With China on Tibetan IssueVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Tibet's exiled spiritual...
released The GuardianDalai Lama Expresses 'Little Hope' for Progress With China on Tibetan IssueVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Tibet's exiled spiritual...
World - Google News
Spain: Aid worker in Africa released by militants
(AP)
AP - A Spanish aid worker who spent 100 days as a hostage of al-Qaida's North African offshoot arrived home tired and grateful after being released...
AP - A Spanish aid worker who spent 100 days as a hostage of al-Qaida's North African offshoot arrived home tired and grateful after being released...
Yahoo! News: World News
MALI: Spanish hostage in West Africa is released
Militants thought to belong to al Qaeda's North African branch have released a Spanish woman held hostage in Mali. An Italian female hostage has also...
cleric Militants thought to belong to al Qaeda's North African branch have released a Spanish woman held hostage in Mali. An Italian female hostage has also...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Egypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81 - Voice of America
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
World - Google News
EGYPT: Country's highest Sunni cleric dies of heart attack
Egypt's top ranked Sunni cleric has died of a heart attack. Sheikh Mohammed Sayed Tantawi was the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar -- Sunni Islam's highest...
Egypt's top ranked Sunni cleric has died of a heart attack. Sheikh Mohammed Sayed Tantawi was the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar -- Sunni Islam's highest...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Egypt's top cleric dies aged 81
Egypt's top Muslim cleric has died suddenly in Saudi Arabia at the age of 81.
drivers Egypt's top Muslim cleric has died suddenly in Saudi Arabia at the age of 81.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Russian drivers 'used as shield'
Russia launches a criminal inquiry after claims that traffic police used civilian drivers as a "human shield" to stop criminals.
Russia launches a criminal inquiry after claims that traffic police used civilian drivers as a "human shield" to stop criminals.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Russian drivers forced to act as shield
(AP)
AP - Russian traffic police are under investigation for ordering civilian motorists to park their cars across a highway — and remain inside...
palestinians AP - Russian traffic police are under investigation for ordering civilian motorists to park their cars across a highway — and remain inside...
Yahoo! News: World News
Biden: Palestinians deserve 'viable' state
(AP)
AP - Vice President Joe Biden's displeasure over an Israeli plan to enlarge an east Jerusalem settlement was on display Wednesday as he warned...
AP - Vice President Joe Biden's displeasure over an Israeli plan to enlarge an east Jerusalem settlement was on display Wednesday as he warned...
Yahoo! News: World News
Biden says Palestinians deserve ‘viable’ state
Vice President Joe Biden said Wednesday the Palestinians deserve a "viable" independent state with contiguous territory.
Vice President Joe Biden said Wednesday the Palestinians deserve a "viable" independent state with contiguous territory.
msnbc.com: World news
Proximity talks between Israelis and Palestinians could be mission impossible
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon and US Vice President Joe Biden condemned Israeli plans for new settlements as a hurdle for the peace process. It...
militants UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon and US Vice President Joe Biden condemned Israeli plans for new settlements as a hurdle for the peace process. It...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
Spain: Aid worker in Africa released by militants
(AP)
AP - A Spanish aid worker who spent 100 days as a hostage of al-Qaida's North African offshoot arrived home tired and grateful after being released...
AP - A Spanish aid worker who spent 100 days as a hostage of al-Qaida's North African offshoot arrived home tired and grateful after being released...
Yahoo! News: World News
PAKISTAN: Five dead as militants attack Christian charity
Militants have attacked the office of US-based Christian charity, World Vision, in Mansehra district, north of Islamabad, killing five. There are no...
science Militants have attacked the office of US-based Christian charity, World Vision, in Mansehra district, north of Islamabad, killing five. There are no...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Indonesia says killed leading militant Dulmatin - Christian Science Monitor
ReutersIndonesia says killed leading militant DulmatinChristian Science MonitorIndonesia said Wednesday that it had killed leading Islamist militant...
ReutersIndonesia says killed leading militant DulmatinChristian Science MonitorIndonesia said Wednesday that it had killed leading Islamist militant...
World - Google News
New wrinkle in Joe Biden agenda: 1,600 units in Israeli settlement
(The Christian Science Monitor)
The Christian Science Monitor - As Vice President Joe Biden began four days of diplomatic meetings on Iran and the peace process, there was already a...
pakistan The Christian Science Monitor - As Vice President Joe Biden began four days of diplomatic meetings on Iran and the peace process, there was already a...
Yahoo! News: World News
Pakistan attack kills aid workers
Militants attack the office of a Western aid agency, killing six people and wounding others, the agency and police say.
Militants attack the office of a Western aid agency, killing six people and wounding others, the agency and police say.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
US aid group attacked in NW Pakistan; 6 dead
ISLAMABAD (AP) -- Suspected militants armed with assault rifles and a homemade bomb attacked the offices of a U.S.-based Christian aid group...
ISLAMABAD (AP) -- Suspected militants armed with assault rifles and a homemade bomb attacked the offices of a U.S.-based Christian aid group...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
Charity suspends operation in Pakistan after attack kills 6 - CNN International
Malaysia StarCharity suspends operation in Pakistan after attack kills 6CNN InternationalIslamabad, Pakistan (CNN) -- An international aid...
Malaysia StarCharity suspends operation in Pakistan after attack kills 6CNN InternationalIslamabad, Pakistan (CNN) -- An international aid...
World - Google News
Gunmen kill 6 in Western aid agency raid in Pakistan
OGHI, Pakistan (Reuters) - Suspected Islamist militants stormed an office of a U.S.-based, Christian aid agency in Pakistan on Wednesday, killing six...
OGHI, Pakistan (Reuters) - Suspected Islamist militants stormed an office of a U.S.-based, Christian aid agency in Pakistan on Wednesday, killing six...
Reuters: World News
PAKISTAN: Five dead as militants attack Christian charity
Militants have attacked the office of US-based Christian charity, World Vision, in Mansehra district, north of Islamabad, killing five. There are no...
Militants have attacked the office of US-based Christian charity, World Vision, in Mansehra district, north of Islamabad, killing five. There are no...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Pakistan to ban Yousuf & Younus
Pakistan cricketers Mohammad Yousuf and Younus Khan are banned indefinitely from representing their country.
aid Pakistan cricketers Mohammad Yousuf and Younus Khan are banned indefinitely from representing their country.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Pakistan attack kills aid workers
Militants attack the office of a Western aid agency, killing six people and wounding others, the agency and police say.
Militants attack the office of a Western aid agency, killing six people and wounding others, the agency and police say.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Spain: Aid worker in Africa released by militants
(AP)
AP - A Spanish aid worker who spent 100 days as a hostage of al-Qaida's North African offshoot arrived home tired and grateful after being released...
AP - A Spanish aid worker who spent 100 days as a hostage of al-Qaida's North African offshoot arrived home tired and grateful after being released...
Yahoo! News: World News
US aid group attacked in NW Pakistan; 6 dead
ISLAMABAD (AP) -- Suspected militants armed with assault rifles and a homemade bomb attacked the offices of a U.S.-based Christian aid group...
ISLAMABAD (AP) -- Suspected militants armed with assault rifles and a homemade bomb attacked the offices of a U.S.-based Christian aid group...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
Gunmen kill 6 in Western aid agency raid in Pakistan
OGHI, Pakistan (Reuters) - Suspected Islamist militants stormed an office of a U.S.-based, Christian aid agency in Pakistan on Wednesday, killing six...
OGHI, Pakistan (Reuters) - Suspected Islamist militants stormed an office of a U.S.-based, Christian aid agency in Pakistan on Wednesday, killing six...
Reuters: World News
Aid worker snatched by al Qaeda freed
A Spanish aid worker kidnapped by Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM) last November in Mauritania has been freed unharmed, but the group continues...
A Spanish aid worker kidnapped by Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM) last November in Mauritania has been freed unharmed, but the group continues...
CNN.com
Senate to pass jobless aid, business tax breaks
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Legislation blending help for the jobless with popular tax breaks for businesses and individuals is slated to pass the Senate...
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Legislation blending help for the jobless with popular tax breaks for businesses and individuals is slated to pass the Senate...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
NYT: Food aid to Somalia diverted
As much as half the food aid sent to Somalia is diverted from needy people to a web of corrupt contractors, Islamist militants and local U.N. staff,...
attacks As much as half the food aid sent to Somalia is diverted from needy people to a web of corrupt contractors, Islamist militants and local U.N. staff,...
msnbc.com: World news
Iran attacks US over Afghanistan
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says it is the US, not Tehran, that is playing a "double game" in Afghanistan.
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says it is the US, not Tehran, that is playing a "double game" in Afghanistan.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Iran attacks US Afghan role
In Afghanistan for talks, Ahmadinejad responds sharply to US defence secretary's criticism.
leader In Afghanistan for talks, Ahmadinejad responds sharply to US defence secretary's criticism.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
PA cancels ceremony honoring leader of 1978 terror attack in Israel - Ha'aretz
Sydney Morning HeraldPA cancels ceremony honoring leader of 1978 terror attack in IsraelHa'aretzBy Reuters The Palestinian Authority on Wednesday...
Sydney Morning HeraldPA cancels ceremony honoring leader of 1978 terror attack in IsraelHa'aretzBy Reuters The Palestinian Authority on Wednesday...
World - Google News
EU leader 'pities' UKIP's Farage
EU president Herman Van Rompuy says he pities Nigel Farage, the British Eurosceptic MEP who called him a "damp rag".
middle EU president Herman Van Rompuy says he pities Nigel Farage, the British Eurosceptic MEP who called him a "damp rag".
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Can US broker Middle East peace?
Joe Biden is in the region to encourage talks between the Palestinians and Israel. What can be achieved?
Joe Biden is in the region to encourage talks between the Palestinians and Israel. What can be achieved?
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
US turns to Syria as a partner in solving Middle East problems
The US has reached out to Syria in a bid to harness its influence and engage with problematic Middle East leaders. Renewed ties between the two...
law The US has reached out to Syria in a bid to harness its influence and engage with problematic Middle East leaders. Renewed ties between the two...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
Burmese election law requires NLD to expel Aung San Suu Kyi - The Guardian
BBC NewsBurmese election law requires NLD to expel Aung San Suu KyiThe GuardianBurma's military government is to force Aung San Suu Kyi's...
BBC NewsBurmese election law requires NLD to expel Aung San Suu KyiThe GuardianBurma's military government is to force Aung San Suu Kyi's...
World - Google News
BURMA: Junta's new election law bars Suu Kyi from poll
Burma’s military junta has issued a new law stating that candidates with a criminal conviction cannot contest a forthcoming election, thereby...
Burma’s military junta has issued a new law stating that candidates with a criminal conviction cannot contest a forthcoming election, thereby...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Burma law bans Suu Kyi from poll
A new election law formally bars pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi from taking part in elections planned in Burma.
world A new election law formally bars pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi from taking part in elections planned in Burma.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
China denies World Cup sweatshop
A Shanghai company denies it used sweatshop labour to produce World Cup mascots, as Fifa suspends its manufacturing contract.
worker A Shanghai company denies it used sweatshop labour to produce World Cup mascots, as Fifa suspends its manufacturing contract.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Spain: Aid worker in Africa released by militants
(AP)
AP - A Spanish aid worker who spent 100 days as a hostage of al-Qaida's North African offshoot arrived home tired and grateful after being released...
AP - A Spanish aid worker who spent 100 days as a hostage of al-Qaida's North African offshoot arrived home tired and grateful after being released...
Yahoo! News: World News
Aid worker snatched by al Qaeda freed
A Spanish aid worker kidnapped by Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM) last November in Mauritania has been freed unharmed, but the group continues...
africa A Spanish aid worker kidnapped by Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM) last November in Mauritania has been freed unharmed, but the group continues...
CNN.com
Spain: Aid worker in Africa released by militants
(AP)
AP - A Spanish aid worker who spent 100 days as a hostage of al-Qaida's North African offshoot arrived home tired and grateful after being released...
AP - A Spanish aid worker who spent 100 days as a hostage of al-Qaida's North African offshoot arrived home tired and grateful after being released...
Yahoo! News: World News
MALI: Spanish hostage in West Africa is released
Militants thought to belong to al Qaeda's North African branch have released a Spanish woman held hostage in Mali. An Italian female hostage has also...
Militants thought to belong to al Qaeda's North African branch have released a Spanish woman held hostage in Mali. An Italian female hostage has also...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Spanish hostage in Africa freed
A Spanish woman aid worker kidnapped in West Africa last year has been freed, the Spanish government says.
low-tech A Spanish woman aid worker kidnapped in West Africa last year has been freed, the Spanish government says.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'
STOCKHOLM (AP) -- A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets...
STOCKHOLM (AP) -- A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'
(AP)
AP - A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets and believes the...
AP - A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets and believes the...
Yahoo! News: World News
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech' - The Associated Press
CBS NewsSwedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'The Associated PressSTOCKHOLM — A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the...
deserve CBS NewsSwedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'The Associated PressSTOCKHOLM — A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the...
World - Google News
Biden: Palestinians deserve 'viable' state
(AP)
AP - Vice President Joe Biden's displeasure over an Israeli plan to enlarge an east Jerusalem settlement was on display Wednesday as he warned...
AP - Vice President Joe Biden's displeasure over an Israeli plan to enlarge an east Jerusalem settlement was on display Wednesday as he warned...
Yahoo! News: World News
Biden says Palestinians deserve ‘viable’ state
Vice President Joe Biden said Wednesday the Palestinians deserve a "viable" independent state with contiguous territory.
ahmadinejad Vice President Joe Biden said Wednesday the Palestinians deserve a "viable" independent state with contiguous territory.
msnbc.com: World news
Ahmadinejad, Gates trade barbs in Afghanistan
KABUL (Reuters) - Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and Defense Secretary Robert Gates traded barbs on Wednesday during briefly overlapping...
KABUL (Reuters) - Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and Defense Secretary Robert Gates traded barbs on Wednesday during briefly overlapping...
Reuters: World News
Ahmadinejad: US Forces Cannot Bring Peace to Afghanistan - Voice of America
Telegraph.co.ukAhmadinejad: US Forces Cannot Bring Peace to AfghanistanVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is in...
Telegraph.co.ukAhmadinejad: US Forces Cannot Bring Peace to AfghanistanVoice of AmericaPhoto: AP Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad is in...
World - Google News
AFGHANISTAN: Ahmadinejad and Gates swap insults in Kabul
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and US Secretary of Defence, Robert Gates, have both used state visits to Afghanistan to swap insults.
fights Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and US Secretary of Defence, Robert Gates, have both used state visits to Afghanistan to swap insults.
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Fights between Islamists and Somali gov't kills 17
(AP)
AP - Fighting between Islamist insurgents and government forces killed at least 17 people in the Somali capital on Wednesday, a medical official said.
AP - Fighting between Islamist insurgents and government forces killed at least 17 people in the Somali capital on Wednesday, a medical official said.
Yahoo! News: World News
Democracy fights to keep a stronghold
As Western troops engage in warfare in the name of freedom in Iraq and Afghanistan, and a prominent new report reveals worldwide democracy to be on...
sanctions As Western troops engage in warfare in the name of freedom in Iraq and Afghanistan, and a prominent new report reveals worldwide democracy to be on...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
Beyond Sanctions: How to Solve the Iranian Riddle
(Time.com)
Time.com - Beyond Sanctions: How to Solve the Iranian Riddle
Time.com - Beyond Sanctions: How to Solve the Iranian Riddle
Yahoo! News: World News
EU should drop failed sanctions policy against Burma, say experts
While the EU announced a humanitarian aid package for Burma this week, it left in place its 14-year old sanctions regime against the country. Experts...
catholics While the EU announced a humanitarian aid package for Burma this week, it left in place its 14-year old sanctions regime against the country. Experts...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
German Catholics to investigate abuse charges
Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday.
Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday.
msnbc.com: World news
German Catholics to investigate abuse charges
BERLIN (AP) -- Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday - one into the renowned choir once led by Pope...
BERLIN (AP) -- Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday - one into the renowned choir once led by Pope...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
German Catholics to investigate abuse charges
(AP)
AP - Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday — one into the renowned choir once led by Pope Benedict...
internet AP - Catholic authorities in Germany announced two major abuse investigations Wednesday — one into the renowned choir once led by Pope Benedict...
Yahoo! News: World News
Internet up for Nobel Peace Prize
The internet is among a record 237 individuals and organisations nominated for this year's Nobel Peace Prize.
The internet is among a record 237 individuals and organisations nominated for this year's Nobel Peace Prize.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
TECHNOLOGY: Cisco systems unveils super-fast Internet router
Cisco systems unveiled its new super-speedy Internet hardware on Tuesday, which has 12 times the traffic capacity of other competing systems. Cisco...
syria Cisco systems unveiled its new super-speedy Internet hardware on Tuesday, which has 12 times the traffic capacity of other competing systems. Cisco...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
THE OBSERVERS: Israel and Syria open up, but only for apples
For the past few years, the border that separates Syria from the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights has been allowing one type of goods through during...
For the past few years, the border that separates Syria from the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights has been allowing one type of goods through during...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
US turns to Syria as a partner in solving Middle East problems
The US has reached out to Syria in a bid to harness its influence and engage with problematic Middle East leaders. Renewed ties between the two...
poison The US has reached out to Syria in a bid to harness its influence and engage with problematic Middle East leaders. Renewed ties between the two...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
Russian tycoon wins poison libel case
Boris Berezovsky wins his UK libel case against a Russian broadcaster which claimed the Russian oligarch was behind the poisoning of ex-spy Alexander...
Boris Berezovsky wins his UK libel case against a Russian broadcaster which claimed the Russian oligarch was behind the poisoning of ex-spy Alexander...
CNN.com
Berezovsky wins poison libel case
Businessman Boris Berezovsky wins his libel case over claims he was behind the murder of former Russian agent Alexander Litvinenko.
old Businessman Boris Berezovsky wins his libel case over claims he was behind the murder of former Russian agent Alexander Litvinenko.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Putin eyes multi-billion dollar deals with old ally India
(AFP)
AFP - Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin heads to India Thursday to strengthen the close partnership Moscow and New Delhi have enjoyed since the...
AFP - Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin heads to India Thursday to strengthen the close partnership Moscow and New Delhi have enjoyed since the...
Yahoo! News: World News
Beckham plots Old Trafford upset
David Beckham believes his AC Milan side can overturn a 3-2 deficit and send his former club Manchester United crashing out of the Champions League.
al David Beckham believes his AC Milan side can overturn a 3-2 deficit and send his former club Manchester United crashing out of the Champions League.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Aid worker snatched by al Qaeda freed
A Spanish aid worker kidnapped by Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM) last November in Mauritania has been freed unharmed, but the group continues...
A Spanish aid worker kidnapped by Al Qaeda in the Islamic Maghreb (AQIM) last November in Mauritania has been freed unharmed, but the group continues...
CNN.com
THE INTERVIEW: Khalil al Doulaimi, lawyer for Saddam Hussein
Sylvain Attal welcomes Khalil al Doulaimi, lawyer for Saddam Hussein as he still backs the Iraqi dictator.
Sylvain Attal welcomes Khalil al Doulaimi, lawyer for Saddam Hussein as he still backs the Iraqi dictator.
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Next terrorist attack in Europe likely to come from Pakistani Group - not al Qaeda
The West is seeking to bolster Yemen's government in a bid to thwart possible attacks by al Qaedaâs Yemeni affiliate. Yet the next attack may...
beckham The West is seeking to bolster Yemen's government in a bid to thwart possible attacks by al Qaedaâs Yemeni affiliate. Yet the next attack may...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
Beckham set for Manchester reunion
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson says David Beckham will offer a "threat" to his side's Champions League ambitions but admits he has no idea...
Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson says David Beckham will offer a "threat" to his side's Champions League ambitions but admits he has no idea...
CNN.com
Beckham plots Old Trafford upset
David Beckham believes his AC Milan side can overturn a 3-2 deficit and send his former club Manchester United crashing out of the Champions League.
David Beckham believes his AC Milan side can overturn a 3-2 deficit and send his former club Manchester United crashing out of the Champions League.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Beckham returns to 'Theatre of Dreams'
Seven years after leaving for Real Madrid, AC Milan's David Beckham faces an emotional return to Old Trafford on Wednesday, where he will take on the...
kills Seven years after leaving for Real Madrid, AC Milan's David Beckham faces an emotional return to Old Trafford on Wednesday, where he will take on the...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Pakistan attack kills aid workers
Militants attack the office of a Western aid agency, killing six people and wounding others, the agency and police say.
Militants attack the office of a Western aid agency, killing six people and wounding others, the agency and police say.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Fights between Islamists and Somali gov't kills 17
(AP)
AP - Fighting between Islamist insurgents and government forces killed at least 17 people in the Somali capital on Wednesday, a medical official said.
AP - Fighting between Islamist insurgents and government forces killed at least 17 people in the Somali capital on Wednesday, a medical official said.
Yahoo! News: World News
Charity suspends operation in Pakistan after attack kills 6 - CNN International
Malaysia StarCharity suspends operation in Pakistan after attack kills 6CNN InternationalIslamabad, Pakistan (CNN) -- An international aid...
aims Malaysia StarCharity suspends operation in Pakistan after attack kills 6CNN InternationalIslamabad, Pakistan (CNN) -- An international aid...
World - Google News
Dalai Lama: China aims to annihilate Buddhism
The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach a...
The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach a...
msnbc.com: World news
Dalai Lama: China aims to annihilate Buddhism
(AP)
AP - The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach...
suu AP - The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach...
Yahoo! News: World News
Burmese election law requires NLD to expel Aung San Suu Kyi - The Guardian
BBC NewsBurmese election law requires NLD to expel Aung San Suu KyiThe GuardianBurma's military government is to force Aung San Suu Kyi's...
BBC NewsBurmese election law requires NLD to expel Aung San Suu KyiThe GuardianBurma's military government is to force Aung San Suu Kyi's...
World - Google News
BURMA: Junta's new election law bars Suu Kyi from poll
Burma’s military junta has issued a new law stating that candidates with a criminal conviction cannot contest a forthcoming election, thereby...
Burma’s military junta has issued a new law stating that candidates with a criminal conviction cannot contest a forthcoming election, thereby...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Burma law bans Suu Kyi from poll
A new election law formally bars pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi from taking part in elections planned in Burma.
A new election law formally bars pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi from taking part in elections planned in Burma.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Myanmar bars Suu Kyi from polls
Military announces election law disqualifying anyone convicted of a crime.
top Military announces election law disqualifying anyone convicted of a crime.
AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)
Egypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81 - Voice of America
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
World - Google News
Egypt's top cleric dies aged 81
Egypt's top Muslim cleric has died suddenly in Saudi Arabia at the age of 81.
father Egypt's top Muslim cleric has died suddenly in Saudi Arabia at the age of 81.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Apology for women raped by father
Two women raped by their father over 25 years - bearing nine of his children - are given a public apology by the authorities.
Two women raped by their father over 25 years - bearing nine of his children - are given a public apology by the authorities.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Kidnapped boy's father back in UK
The father of a British boy kidnapped in Pakistan is returning to the UK, against the wishes of the police, the BBC learns.
eyes The father of a British boy kidnapped in Pakistan is returning to the UK, against the wishes of the police, the BBC learns.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Putin eyes multi-billion dollar deals with old ally India
(AFP)
AFP - Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin heads to India Thursday to strengthen the close partnership Moscow and New Delhi have enjoyed since the...
AFP - Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin heads to India Thursday to strengthen the close partnership Moscow and New Delhi have enjoyed since the...
Yahoo! News: World News
Ukraine's Yanukovich eyes coalition, gov't this week
KIEV (Reuters) - Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovich pushed on Wednesday for a new ruling coalition within the week to avoid snap elections and...
case KIEV (Reuters) - Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovich pushed on Wednesday for a new ruling coalition within the week to avoid snap elections and...
Reuters: World News
Russian tycoon wins poison libel case
Boris Berezovsky wins his UK libel case against a Russian broadcaster which claimed the Russian oligarch was behind the poisoning of ex-spy Alexander...
Boris Berezovsky wins his UK libel case against a Russian broadcaster which claimed the Russian oligarch was behind the poisoning of ex-spy Alexander...
CNN.com
Berezovsky wins poison libel case
Businessman Boris Berezovsky wins his libel case over claims he was behind the murder of former Russian agent Alexander Litvinenko.
buddhism Businessman Boris Berezovsky wins his libel case over claims he was behind the murder of former Russian agent Alexander Litvinenko.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Dalai Lama: China aims to annihilate Buddhism
The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach a...
The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach a...
msnbc.com: World news
Dalai Lama: China aims to annihilate Buddhism
(AP)
AP - The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach...
nobel AP - The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach...
Yahoo! News: World News
Internet up for Nobel Peace Prize
The internet is among a record 237 individuals and organisations nominated for this year's Nobel Peace Prize.
The internet is among a record 237 individuals and organisations nominated for this year's Nobel Peace Prize.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
Obama effect boosts Nobel Peace Prize nominations
OSLO (Reuters) - A record 237 people and organizations have been nominated for the 2010 Nobel Peace Prize, with interest boosted by last year's award...
ban OSLO (Reuters) - A record 237 people and organizations have been nominated for the 2010 Nobel Peace Prize, with interest boosted by last year's award...
Reuters: World News
Pakistan to ban Yousuf & Younus
Pakistan cricketers Mohammad Yousuf and Younus Khan are banned indefinitely from representing their country.
Pakistan cricketers Mohammad Yousuf and Younus Khan are banned indefinitely from representing their country.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
TOGO: Protesters defy demonstration ban, clash with police
Togolese police have dispersed groups of young men who gathered in protest at the re-election of President Faure Gnassingbe, despite an earlier...
dies Togolese police have dispersed groups of young men who gathered in protest at the re-election of President Faure Gnassingbe, despite an earlier...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
'Lost Boys' actor Corey Haim dies
Actor Corey Haim, who appeared in a number of movies during the 1980s, died early Wednesday of a possible drug overdose after being taken to a...
Actor Corey Haim, who appeared in a number of movies during the 1980s, died early Wednesday of a possible drug overdose after being taken to a...
CNN.com
Egypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81 - Voice of America
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
BBC NewsEgypt's Top Sunni Cleric Dies of Heart Attack at Age 81Voice of AmericaPhoto: AP Egypt's most senior Muslim cleric has died of a...
World - Google News
Lost Boys actor Haim dies aged 38
Lost Boys actor Corey Haim dies at the age of 38, the Los Angeles coroner's office confirms.
Lost Boys actor Corey Haim dies at the age of 38, the Los Angeles coroner's office confirms.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
EGYPT: Country's highest Sunni cleric dies of heart attack
Egypt's top ranked Sunni cleric has died of a heart attack. Sheikh Mohammed Sayed Tantawi was the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar -- Sunni Islam's highest...
Egypt's top ranked Sunni cleric has died of a heart attack. Sheikh Mohammed Sayed Tantawi was the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar -- Sunni Islam's highest...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Egypt's top cleric dies aged 81
Egypt's top Muslim cleric has died suddenly in Saudi Arabia at the age of 81.
Egypt's top Muslim cleric has died suddenly in Saudi Arabia at the age of 81.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
US activist Granny D dies at 100
Granny D, who walked across the US at the age of 89 in support of election campaign finance reform, dies.
east Granny D, who walked across the US at the age of 89 in support of election campaign finance reform, dies.
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
East Jerusalem lies at core of conflict
(AP)
AP - Israel's plan to build 1,600 new apartments in contested east Jerusalem has thrown a spotlight on the city at the core of the...
AP - Israel's plan to build 1,600 new apartments in contested east Jerusalem has thrown a spotlight on the city at the core of the...
Yahoo! News: World News
East Africa's Oil and Gas: Drilling, Exploration Rising
(Time.com)
Time.com - New drilling in and off countries up the coast of East Africa shows that the region may have massive reserves of natural gas and oil
Time.com - New drilling in and off countries up the coast of East Africa shows that the region may have massive reserves of natural gas and oil
Yahoo! News: World News
Can US broker Middle East peace?
Joe Biden is in the region to encourage talks between the Palestinians and Israel. What can be achieved?
Joe Biden is in the region to encourage talks between the Palestinians and Israel. What can be achieved?
BBC News | News Front Page | World Edition
US turns to Syria as a partner in solving Middle East problems
The US has reached out to Syria in a bid to harness its influence and engage with problematic Middle East leaders. Renewed ties between the two...
annihilate The US has reached out to Syria in a bid to harness its influence and engage with problematic Middle East leaders. Renewed ties between the two...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
Dalai Lama: China aims to annihilate Buddhism
The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach a...
The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach a...
msnbc.com: World news
Dalai Lama: China aims to annihilate Buddhism
(AP)
AP - The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach...
govt AP - The Dalai Lama lashed out at China on Wednesday, accusing it of trying to "annihilate Buddhism" in Tibet and rebuffing all his efforts to reach...
Yahoo! News: World News
Fights between Islamists and Somali gov't kills 17
(AP)
AP - Fighting between Islamist insurgents and government forces killed at least 17 people in the Somali capital on Wednesday, a medical official said.
AP - Fighting between Islamist insurgents and government forces killed at least 17 people in the Somali capital on Wednesday, a medical official said.
Yahoo! News: World News
Ukraine's Yanukovich eyes coalition, gov't this week
KIEV (Reuters) - Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovich pushed on Wednesday for a new ruling coalition within the week to avoid snap elections and...
murder KIEV (Reuters) - Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovich pushed on Wednesday for a new ruling coalition within the week to avoid snap elections and...
Reuters: World News
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'
STOCKHOLM (AP) -- A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets...
STOCKHOLM (AP) -- A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'
(AP)
AP - A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets and believes the...
AP - A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the Prophet Muhammad with the body of a dog said Wednesday he has no regrets and believes the...
Yahoo! News: World News
Swedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech' - The Associated Press
CBS NewsSwedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'The Associated PressSTOCKHOLM — A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the...
interview CBS NewsSwedish artist: cartoon murder plot 'low-tech'The Associated PressSTOCKHOLM — A Swedish artist who angered Muslims by drawing the...
World - Google News
A-Rod: Lawyers are setting up interview with feds
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Alex Rodriguez's lawyers are setting up an interview with federal authorities as part of an investigation into a Canadian...
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Alex Rodriguez's lawyers are setting up an interview with federal authorities as part of an investigation into a Canadian...
AP Top Headlines At 12:35 p.m. EST
THE INTERVIEW: Waris Dirie, former model
Virginie Herz welcomes Waris Dirie, former model and activist opposing female genital mutilation.
Virginie Herz welcomes Waris Dirie, former model and activist opposing female genital mutilation.
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
THE INTERVIEW: Khalil al Doulaimi, lawyer for Saddam Hussein
Sylvain Attal welcomes Khalil al Doulaimi, lawyer for Saddam Hussein as he still backs the Iraqi dictator.
Sylvain Attal welcomes Khalil al Doulaimi, lawyer for Saddam Hussein as he still backs the Iraqi dictator.
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
THE INTERVIEW: Rashika El Ridi, professor of Immunology, Cairo University
Virginie Herz welcomes Rashika El Ridi, professor of Immunology in the department of Zoology of the Faculty of Science in Cairo University as she won...
Virginie Herz welcomes Rashika El Ridi, professor of Immunology in the department of Zoology of the Faculty of Science in Cairo University as she won...
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
THE INTERVIEW: Alain Terzian, film producer and president of the Academy of “César” awards.
France 24 welcomes Alain Terzian, film producer and president of the Academy of “César” awards.
talks France 24 welcomes Alain Terzian, film producer and president of the Academy of “César” awards.
TOP STORIES - the latest news from around the world - read about the events that make international headlines
Obama hosts Haitian President Preval for talks
President Barack Obama is renewing America's commitment to the recovery and reconstruction of earthquake-devastated Haiti, telling visiting President...
President Barack Obama is renewing America's commitment to the recovery and reconstruction of earthquake-devastated Haiti, telling visiting President...
msnbc.com: World news
Proximity talks between Israelis and Palestinians could be mission impossible
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon and US Vice President Joe Biden condemned Israeli plans for new settlements as a hurdle for the peace process. It...
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon and US Vice President Joe Biden condemned Israeli plans for new settlements as a hurdle for the peace process. It...
Deutsche Welle: DW-WORLD.DE - World
