signing of the agreement is a peripheral issue of the meeting of chiefs of defense staff from the 26 ally countries of nato.

the agreement was signed during a regular meeting of chiefs of defense staff from the 26 nato allies.


in early may 2002 officials from the philippines, malaysia and indonesia signed an anti-terrorism agreement to share airline passenger lists and other intelligence.

in early may 2002 the philippines, malaysia and indonesia signed an agreement to share terrorism intelligence.


after the first meeting between leaders of the european union and leaders from albania, bosnia and herzegowina, croatia, macedonia and serbia and montenegro, leaders from the western balkan countries pledge to diminish organized crime and corruption in the balkans to meet requirements of european union membership.

leaders from albania, bosnia and herzegowina, croatia, macedonia and serbia and montenegro met for the first time with european union leaders to pursue joining the european union.


the resolution requires all 192 united nations member states to adopt laws to prevent terrorists, black marketeers and other non-state actors from manufacturing, acquiring or trafficking in nuclear, biological or chemical weapons or the materials to make them.

resolution 1540 requires all countries to adopt laws to prevent non-state actors from manufacturing, acquiring or trafficking in nuclear, biological or chemical weapons, the materials to make them, and the missiles and other systems to deliver them.


the international atomic energy association stated that jordan has agreed to the additional measures.

international atomic energy association is the united nations watchdog.


the amnesty international report suggested that-- belgium begin immediate talks with india to prevent future sales of the alh, components or military technology to myanmar.

the report urged belgium to begin immediate talks with india in order to prevent future weapons sale to myanmar.


capital offenses in iran include murder, rape, armed robbery, apostasy, blasphemy, serious drug trafficking, repeated sodomy, adultery, prostitution, treason and espionage.

capital offenses in iran include murder, rape, armed robbery, serious drug trafficking and adultery.


saudi arabia is an absolute monarchy that has taken steps towards reform.

saudi arabia is an absolute monarchy and has a consultative council appointed by the government.


the spokesman said there will be an exchange of opinions on topical international and regional matters based on a joint working relationship at the heart of the u.n. kamynin said russia recognizes the participation of libya in the work of the u.n. security council.

kamynin said there will be an exchange of opinions on topical international and regional matters based on a joint working relationship at the heart of the un.


shalgam's visit to london is the first by a libyan foreign minister since 1969.

a visit to libya by the russian foreign minister was announced.


indian and pakistani governments nearly engaged in a fourth conflict in 1999.

indian and pakistani governments each conducted nuclear tests in may 1998.


iguaran stated that the detainees will be accused of homicide, criminal collaboration, kidnappings and the funding of terrorism.

iguaran stated that the detainees were also involved in the murders of police members of an anti-kidnapping group.


3 suspected extremists were released on bail.

1 suspected extremist was provisionally released without bail.


6 czech hospital employees are charged with human organ trafficking.

the accused will be charged with international drug trafficking.


north korea should not act further to aggravate the situation.


Suspected drug lord known as ‘El Taliban’ held in Mexico


SC dismisses govt's review plea in Vodafone tax case

SC dismisses govt's review petition on Vodafone tax verdict


Explosion hits oil pipeline in Syria's Homs

Explosion hits pipeline as Assad attacks cities


Israel ex-spy warns against 'messianic' Iran war

Israeli ex-spy boss: no trust in leadership over Iran – video


Eye Opener: Supreme Court rules on Arizona immigration law

U.S. Supreme Court issues split ruling on Arizona immigration law


NATO Leaders Commit to Afghanistan Transition


Syria says suicide bomber kills 10 in Damascus


Sachin Tendulkar says I'm not God, I'm Sachin

Sachin Tendulkar scores cricket's first 100th century


Australian PM Gillard set to win leadership challenge

Australian PM defiant under pressure over leadership


Obama backs Philippines over South China Sea

Obama says clear rules needed to calm South China Sea


Teenager in China kills 8, wounds 5 in knife attack


Syrian rebels move command from Turkey to Syria

Free Syrian Army moves headquarters from Turkey to Syria


Knesset speaker: Obama reelection bad for Israel

7 states sue over Obama administration's birth control rule


Greece bond exchange the largest debt restructuring in history

Greece secures biggest debt deal in history


Putin 'Wins Russian Presidential Election'

Polls open in Russian presidential election


Indian finance minister quits to run for president

Julian Assange Plans to Run for Australian Senate


Jerry Sandusky found guilty in child sex abuse trial


Three Tibetans self-immolate in western China: report


White House in damage control over Obama Supreme Court remarks

Fact check: Obama's Supreme Court remarks


Quartet calls on Israelis, Palestinians to end irritants

Occupation to confiscate 30 dunums of Palestinian land in Deir Estia


Saudis to permit women to compete in Olympics

Saudi Women Allowed To Compete At Olympics


Nigeria university mass attacked by gunmen


China's Cabinet promises to boost economy


Tropical Storm Isaac boosts jobless claims

Tropical Storm Joyce forms, stays in open Atlantic


Freddie Starr Arrested In Savile Abuse Probe

Third man arrested in Savile sex abuse probe


Romney announces Paul Ryan as running mate


Stocks rise early after Greek deal, then flatten

Stocks edge higher after Greek debt deal


Suicide bombing rocks elite Yemen military camp

Suicide bombers attack Yemen military posts


NATO: 2 International Troops Killed in Afghanistan

Three NATO troops killed in one day in Afghanistan


Moscow protesters demand Vladimir Putin's resignation

Moscow protest against Vladimir Putin smaller and quieter


French election turnout higher than expected

French presidential election: first round - live updates


Australia to establish the world's largest marine reserve

Australia creates world's largest marine reserves


Two U.S. soldiers shot, killed by Afghan soldier

Two British soldiers killed by Afghan policeman


Abbas to lead Palestinian unity government

Abbas proposed as PM in interim unity government


Egypt's Coptic Church Prepares to Choose Pope


Malawi Officially Confirms President's Death

Malawi confirms President Mutharika's death


Mali's Tuareg rebels declare independence

Mali rebels declare independent 'Azawad'


Lance Armstrong stripped of Tour de France titles

Lance Armstrong plots strategy after loss of titles


Egypt votes on final day of presidential election

Polls open in France for presidential election


Aussie surfers find stricken asylum seekers


ISAF: 4 coalition troops killed in attack involving Afghan police

NATO says four troops killed in "insider" attack in Afghan south


UN Security Council unanimous vote on Syria

UN Security Council to vote on up to 300 Syria monitors


Gunman kills 6 in shooting at Wisconsin Sikh temple

Gunman kills six in shooting at Sikh temple in Wisconsin


China news agency: Still hope for Syria peace

China state news agency: There's still hope for Syria peace


22 dead in suicide attack on Yemen police academy

AU forces intensify attack on Somali rebels


South Korea Orders Immediate Shutdown of 2 Nuclear Reactors


US, allies to set demands for Iran nuclear talks

'Iran won't accept pre-conditions to nuclear talks'


AOL says to sell 800 patents to Microsoft for $1.0 bn

AOL to sell 800 patents to Microsoft for $1 billion


Thousands of troops to march for Jubilee

Thousands flock to Amsterdam for Queen's Day


Middle East: Israel: Hamas Leader Convicted

Middle East: Iraq: 17 Prisoners Escape in Kirkuk


Navy Jet Crashes Into Apartment Building

US Navy Jet Crashes into Apartment Block


Woman dies after cliff collapses in Dorset


U.S. and Turkey weigh no-fly zones for Syria

U.S. and Turkey Tighten Coordination on Syria


Death toll rises to 236 after Brazzaville blasts

Rep. of Congo: 236 Dead After Arms Depot Blasts


1 person killed in sectarian clashes in Lebanon


Gains in financial stocks push up European equities

British Christians take complaints to European court


Turkey Raises Alarm Over Syrian Refugees

Turkey seeks to relocate some Syrian refugees


Suspected al-Qaeda financier arrested in France

Three al Qaeda suspects arrested in Spain


No damage, tsunami after 6.6 quake hits off Indonesia's Sumatra

5.9 quake hits Indonesia s Sumatra: USGS


Israel air strikes kill 4 in Gaza; death toll now at 38


18 killed, 108 wounded in wave of bombings in Iraq

9 killed, 31 wounded in car bombs in Iraq's Kirkuk


Palestinian prisoner ending hunger strike after deal

Israel to free Palestinian hunger striker


Hezbollah confirms it sent drone downed over Israel

Hezbollah says it sent drone over Israel


Rebel fighters 'capture' Syrian soldiers

Free Syrian Army captures Syrian officers


Colorado shooting suspect was under psychiatrist's care

Doctor treating Aurora shooting suspect had medical reprimand


6.6 quake rocks Indonesia's Papua: US Geological Survey


What time is Andy Murray v Roger Federer in the Wimbledon men's final? All you need to know about the big game

What time is the Paralympic Opening Ceremony? Everything you need to know about the big curtain-raiser


Iran (Islamic Republic of): Iran steps up relief efforts after quakes kill 227


Tsunami warning issued for southern Alaska


'No Evidence' In Afghanistan Massacre Case


Cash-rich Apple to pay dividend, buy back shares

Apple to pay $2.65/share dividend, buy back $10B stock


Two reported dead in shooting at Empire State Building in NY

2 dead in shooting outside Empire State Building


Australian unemployment up to 5.1 percent

French unemployment rate rises to 10 percent


Sandy strengthens as nears coast; Wall Street shut


Halliburton Q1 profits rise on strong North America sales


4 killed in shrine bombing in northwest Pakistan

12 killed in U.S. drone strike in NW Pakistan


UN monitors yet to reach site of Syrian 'massacre' – video

UN monitors shot at on way to Syrian massacre site


Yorkshire soldier killed in Afghan bomb blast


Radical Islamists in Mali enlist new militia

Local Militia Bolsters Islamist Militants in Mali


Olympics Opening Ceremony A Hit Around Globe

Opening ceremony gives Olympics a rocking start


Man dies in French 'anti-terror operation'


1 dead, 4 wounded in Ohio school shooting


2 Palestinians killed in Israeli airstrikes


Pakistan convoy heads to protest US drone strikes


Massive Hurricane Sandy bears down on U.S. East Coast

Hurricane Sandy gains speed, batters US east coast


Sarkozy to File Complaint in Gadhafi Funding Claim

Sarkozy to sue after Gaddafi cash claim bursts into campaign


The Note's Must Reads for Wednesday July 4, 2012

The Note's Must-Reads for Wednesday, May 30, 2012


'Iran will attack Tel Aviv if Israel strikes'

Senior cleric: Iran will attack Tel Aviv if Israel strikes


Gusmao consolidates power in East Timor elections

Supreme Court possibilities if Romney wins election


Pena Nieto wins Mexico presidential vote: exit polls

Poll: Putin to win Russia presidential vote


Syria tells Russia some troops have pulled out of Homs

Syria says troops have begun pullout – video


4 Chinese among Nigeria plane crash victims


Explosion at Venezuela Refinery Kills at Least 39

Venezuela mourns oil refinery blast deaths


Russia, China veto UN resolution on Syria killings

Russia, China in double veto of UN Syria resolution


Pakistani plane crashes with 127 on board

Pakistani Plane Crashes With 130 People On Board


UN security council orders global sanctions against Haqqani network in Afghanistan

UN orders global sanctions against Haqqani network


Erdogan and Putin talked in raised voice

Foreign militants killed in Somalia in strike on car


Saudi Arabia arrests suspected militants with al-Qaeda links

Saudi Arabia arrests suspected militants, state media reports


Hurricane Sandy Closes in on US East Coast

Hurricane Sandy takes aim at US East Coast


Chicago teachers strike: Vacations for students, for good or ill

Chicago teacher strike poses test for unions


Panetta says Afghanistan role to shift from combat in 2013

Panetta: Afghanistan Tops NATO Conference Topics


Four men admit London Stock Exchange bomb plot


Israel threatens action against Gaza aid ship

Israel attacks in Gaza Strip after rocket fire


Bodies Found at Russian Jet Crash in Indonesia

12 bodies found at Russian jet crash in Indonesia


US soldier kills up to 16 civilians in Afghanistan

US soldier kills up to 16 Afghan civilians in shooting spree


Rupert Murdoch: I was the victim of a cover up

Rupert Murdoch set for second day of grilling


Barack Obama's bodyguards sent back to US after prostitution scandal

Barclays boss falls to rate fixing scandal


China's yuan rises to new high against USD Wednesday

China's yuan advances to 6.3103 against USD Wednesday


Nissan to offer steer-by-wire systems in some Infiniti cars


Tibetan monk dies after setting himself on fire in protest against Chinese rule

Teenage Tibetan monk dies after setting himself on fire in China


Mumbai is 2nd costliest Indian city to live in

Tech capital Bangalore costliest Indian city to live in: Survey


Israel kills Hamas commander, bombs Gaza targets

Israel airstrikes kill Hamas commander, 5 others


Gusmao consolidates power in East Timor elections


UN monitors yet to reach site of Syrian 'massacre' – video

UN monitors unable to reach site of Syria killings


NATO Condemns Syria's Downing of Turkish Military Jet

NATO strongly condemns Syria's downing of Turkish jet


Syria rebels attack Lebanese post near border: army

Turkish army stages tank exercises near Syria border


Gazans fire 2 rockets into Israel; no injuries

Gazans fire 89 rockets; cabinet approves reserve call-up


Former Nazi death camp guard Demjanjuk dead at 91

John Demjanjuk, convicted Nazi death camp guard, dies aged 91


Brother of EastEnders actress Gemma McCluskie is charged with her murder


French Fear New Serial Killer After Murders

Jersey Murder Trial: Killer 'Hearing Voices'


US: Madoff brother to plead guilty in NY in fraud

Madoff's brother to plead guilty to fraud


Hollande defeats Sarkozy in French presidency vote

Polls open across France in presidential election


Libyan government retakes Tripoli airport

Libyan militia takes control of Tripoli airport


Clinton warns Kenya of cost of election violence

Clinton warns Kenya on cost of election unrest


Arkansas Supreme Court strikes down execution law

Arkansas Justices Strike Down Death Penalty


S. Africa's former president Mandela discharged from hospital


Islamist Morsi Wins Egypt's Presidential Election

Al-Shater to run in presidential election in Egypt


Donna Summer, Queen of Disco, Dies at 63


Bangladesh Muslims torch Buddhist shrines, police say


U.S. Drone Kills Five Militants in Pakistan

Six Police Officers Killed in Attacks in Dagestan


Mali future interim president readies to take office

Pope rips into dissident priests on celibacy


9 killed, 168 injured in latest Cairo clashes

10 killed, 12 injured in E. Afghan airport suicide blast


Romney, in comeback, has narrow Maine caucus win


Court in Bahrain rejects medics' last rally appeal


Hurricane Sandy powers toward Eastern Seaboard


Clinton calls for friends of Syria to unite

Plastic artist calls for greater support for new talents


JK Rowling launches her first adult novel


Algerian government parties dominate elections

Algerian national turnout of parliamentary vote reaches 44.38 pct


Security personnel killed in Pakistan raid


US stocks fall as Greek talks lumber; Apple falls

US stocks slip on Wall Street as Greek talks drag on


Romney picks Ryan as vice presidential running mate: source

Romney to tap Ryan as vice presidential running mate


NATO sticks to transition roadmap in Afghanistan: Rasmussen

NATO helicopter makes hard landing in E. Afghanistan


Mubarak's sons face new charges of insider trading


5 aid workers freed in operation in Afghanistan

Suicide bomber kills 37 at mosque in Afghanistan


Nadal through to seventh French Open final


Russian TV reports foiled attempt on Putin

Russia, Ukraine foiled plot to kill Putin, report says


Putin claims victory in Russia's presidential election

Putin wins disputed Russian presidential election


Remains of 167 bodies found in Mexican cave

Remains of 167 people found in Mexico cave


orphaned alps massacre girl returns to uk


Obama takes offensive against Romney in debate


Two Kenyan ministers among 6 killed in plane crash

Poland honors president killed in 2010 plane crash


Thousands gather for new Russian anti-Putin rally

Thousands gather in Moscow for rival rallies


Google appoints Dennis Woodside to run Motorola Mobility


Massive Hurricane Sandy bears down on U.S. East Coast

Hurricane Sandy takes aim at US East Coast


Thousands more Syrian refugees flee to Turkey overnight

8,000 Syrian refugees flee to Turkey overnight


Assange appeals extradition to UK's top court

Assange to appeal extradition to UK's top court


Strong quake jolts most parts of Pakistan


Pakistani Mob Kills Man 'for Burning Koran'


US drone strike kills four in North Waziristan

U.S. drone strike kills 10 in northwest Pakistan: officials


Salvador Dali painting snatched from New York gallery


Will Putin's Election Victory in Russia Be Greeted with Protests?


France's Nicolas Sarkozy makes his reelection bid official


US, UK in pact to release emergency oil stocks

US, UK Set to Agree Emergency Oil Stocks Release


Eurozone unemployment stays at record 11 percent

Eurozone unemployment at record high in June


French Socialist Party wins parliament victory

French Socialists win absolute parliament majority


Salafi Islamists, police clash in Tunis - witnesses

Second Islamist hunger striker dies in a Tunisian prison


Strauss-Kahn investigated in French prostitution ring

Dominique Strauss-Kahn faces questions over French prostitution ring


Romney eyes US Republican primary endgame


Suspected drone strike kills 4 in Pakistan


2 Traffic Accidents Leave 47 Dead in China

3 traffic accidents leave 56 dead in China


France's Strauss-Kahn charged with involvement in prostitution vice ring

Strauss-Kahn charged in prostitution vice ring


Sony forecasts record annual loss of $6.4bn


9 killed in attacks after deadly Iraq day

19 Killed in Iraq Attacks ahead of Ramadan End


Barclays hit by fresh U.S. investigations


EU imposes new sanctions on Syrian regime


Tens of thousands rally against Putin's rule (AP)


Bahrain Grand Prix Underway Amid Protests


Afghan parliament approves U.S.-Afghan security pact

Afghan parliament approves U.S. partnership


Two German tourists, two pilots killed in Kenya air crash

Senator Reid involved in Las Vegas car crash: CNN


Israeli, Palestinian negotiators quietly meet

Israeli, Palestinian negotiators meet in Jordan


Amnesty: Syria rebels also committing abuses

Amnesty investigator: Syria rebels also committing abuses


Mitt Romney wins Republican primary in Indiana


East German rights activist Gauck elected president

Joachim Gauck elected as German president


South Africa starts investigating mine violence

South Africa hosts 'peace talks' in mine standoff


35 dead and 165 missing in India boat accident


First man on moon Neil Armstrong dies at 82


U.S. and Turkey weigh no-fly zones for Syria


Fla. Democrats want extended early voting hours


Newcastle 2-0 Liverpool: Match report, pictures & video highlights

QPR 1-2 West Ham: Match report, pictures & video highlights


Palestinian prisoners to end hunger strike

Progress reported in Palestinian prisoner hunger strike talks


Police: Four killed in German hostage taking incident

Palestinians: 12 killed in IDF strike in northern Strip


Egypt lets Mubarak PM back in presidential race

Egypt confirms Mubarak's PM back in presidency race


GOP candidate Romney to call to arm Syrian rebels


U.N. observer patrol arrives at Syria massacre site

UN observers reach Syria massacre village


American Airlines and Pilots Agree on a New Contract

Romney pledges to 'stand with Israel' on Iran threat


Greek PM calls for May 6 general election


Government of Canada Supports Montréal Women Leading Change

Government of Canada Supports Women's Safety in Regina


No problem if Mulayam forms Third Front: Congress

No problem if Mulayam forms third front: Digvijay


Bradley triumphs at Firestone as Furyk fades

Bahrain court upholds sentences against uprising leaders


Plane Crash in Ghana: How the international media reported it


Six US troops killed in Afghan bomb attack


Syrian forces kill 54 ahead of Annan peace mission


Romney, Obama fight for edge on Medicare

Obama, Romney compete for undecideds, stoke base


BBC director general resigns over 'shoddy journalism'

BBC Director General Resigns amid Newsnight Scandal


Rick Santorum notches a victory in Kansas caucuses


In Islamist-led Egypt, Coptic Church names new pope


US pledge to rebuild Haiti not being met

US Pledge to Rebuild Haiti Not Being Met


Greece to vote on 2013 budget; protesters gather


U.S., EU Cautiously Welcome Iran's Proposal To Restart Nuclear Talks

U.S., EU welcome Iran's offer to restart nuclear talks


Clinton warns Kenya of cost of election violence

Clinton warns Kenya on repeat of 2007 vote chaos


Anti-American Protests Over Film Expand to Nearly 20 Countries

Anti-American fury sweeps Middle East over film


Journalists hail London Olympics opening

Israeli delegation marches in 2012 Olympics opener


WikiLeaks begins publishing two million Syria emails

WikiLeaks Releasing Trove of Syria Documents


Palestinians: 2 Gaza militants killed in Israeli airstrike on coastal strip

Officials: Gaza man killed in Israeli airstrike (AP)


Three killed in Nigeria suicide bombers attack

60 killed in Nigeria cattle market attack


FACTBOX-Security developments in Iraq, February 1

FACTBOX-Security developments in Pakistan, March 13


HRW: Jordan biased against Palestinians from Syria

Jordan biased over Palestinians from Syria


Israel among top arms exporters in world: report

Israel among top arms exporters and importers


Qaida leader calls for kidnap of Westerners in Egypt

Al-Qaida Leader Urges Kidnapping of Westerners


Chinese stocks close higher midday Friday


Putin sworn in as Russia's president for 6 years


Highlights of the Vice Presidential debate

Five things to watch in the presidential debate


Full Episode: Nightline 6/29: Katie Holmes, Tom Cruise to Divorce

Custody, images at stake in Cruise-Holmes divorce


Syrian regime denies role in Houla massacre

Syria blames rebels for Houla massacre of over 100


South Sudan accuses Sudan of bombings ahead of talks

S. Sudan accuses Sudan of bombing in blow to talks


Five million citizens get unofficial salary in Ukraine


Syria demands guarantees, rebels say peace plan doomed

Syria demands written guarantee for troop pullback


Minn. Terminal Reopens After Bag Causes Evacuation


Golf: Westwood takes lead in Dubai Desert Classic

Westwood in front a Dubai Desert Classic


Sudan Blocks YouTube Over Anti-Islam Film

Pakistan's PM orders YouTube halt over anti-Islam film


Polls open in Russian presidential election

Polls close in Senegal's presidential election


Chavez leaves again for Cuba for radiotherapy

Chavez set for more radiotherapy in Cuba


Chinese president concludes state visit to Denmark


Russians rally support for Orthodox church over Pussy Riot controversy

Russian Orthodox Church rallies faithful after criticism


Clinton lands in India to breathe life into ties

Clinton Warns Against Undermining Grameen Bank


Mali's Interim President Sworn Into Office


Putin Declares Victory In Russian Presidential Vote

Putin 'wins' Russia's presidential election


AL renews condemnation on Syria's violence

U.S. closes embassy in Damascus due to Syria violence


EU sanctions Assad's wife; mortars hit Homs


Air Force Instructor Faces Sentencing for Rape

Women testify at Air Force instructor's sentencing


More than 30 striking miners killed in South Africa


Iron Dome intercepts two rockets fired at Beersheba


Mali Islamists destroying 'more Timbuktu shrines'

Mali Islamists destroy more holy Timbuktu sites


China stocks end higher on PMI at midday


Scientists Resurrect Flowers from Prehistoric Seeds

Nintendo trims red ink, lowers forecast for year


Sectarian clashes rock Lebanese city of Tripoli

Sectarian clashes rock Lebanese city, 3 killed


Repsol blasts Argentina over nationalization of YPF

Repsol blasts Argentina over oil nationalization


Several dead, 550 injured in Argentina train crash

49 feared dead in Buenos Aires train crash


Burma's Aung San Suu Kyi to address parliament on June visit


Sheriff: Man recovers stolen car 42 years later

US man recovers car 42 years after theft


Google CEO says Android important, not critical

Larry Page says Android important, not critical


Iran may cut oil exports to more EU states

Iran MPs say ready to ban oil exports to some EU states


Factory Fires Kill At Least 260 in Pakistan


Australian among four on plane missing in Indonesia


Romney vows to restore 'promise of America'


Santorum's 3-year-old daughter hospitalized


Israeli president released from hospital


Jaya Prada likely to join BJP, Amar Singh to decide for her


Hezbollah's Nasrallah warns US over anti-Islam film

Hezbollah calls for more anti-Islam film protests


Nadal tops Djokovic for 7th French Open title

Tennis: Nadal defeats Djokovic for Monte Carlo title


Obama urges decisive action on Europe debt crisis

Obama urges Europe to act quickly on crisis


Beef burger mix recalled over salmonella concerns

Choc powder recalled over salmonella concerns


First significant gas found offshore Kenya

Raiders kill 38 in latest land clashes in Kenya


Kidnapped UK aid worker killed in Pakistan


8 rockets fired from Gaza into southern Israel; none hurt

Ten rockets from Gaza land in southern Israel; none hurt


U.S. soldier killed in shooting incident in S. Afghanistan

Five NATO soldiers killed in Afghanistan


Polls close in Egyptian presidential election

Press Releases: Yemeni Presidential Election


BBC faces questions for pulling Savile case


Eurozone unemployment stays at record 11 percent


Iconic science fiction writer Ray Bradbury dies at 91

Science fiction legend Ray Bradbury dead at 91


Four French soldiers killed in Afghan suicide blast

Four foreign soldiers killed in Afghan east


UN observers find traces of Syrian massacre


AP poll: Majority in US have prejudice against blacks

AP Poll: Majority Harbor Prejudice Against Blacks


AP Source: Redskins to trade for No. 2 pick


China says defense budget to rise 11.2% in 2012


Ecuador President Correa says no decision made on Assange asylum

Ecuador yet to decide on Assange's asylum


US offers US$10 mil. for Pakistan militant

US offers $10 million for Pakistani militant chief


6 NATO troops killed in Afghanistan IED attack


Osama Bin Laden movie to be filmed in India


Egyptians vote in landmark presidential election

Egyptians go to polls in historic election


JetBlue pilot who disrupted flight declared insane, not guilty

JetBlue pilot who caused disruption on flight not guilty


Tsunami warning: No need for SA to panic


US Hands Over Bagram Prison to Afghan Authorities

U.S. transfers Bagram prison to Afghan control


Jeremy Hunt distances himself from adviser who 'overstepped the mark'

Jeremy Hunt clings on as SpAd quits over News Corp emails


Obama praises U.S.-Latin America trade ties


Team Anna yet to decide on contesting state polls


'Grenade attack' kills one and injures at least 11


Shooter charged with murder of US black teen

Thoughts on race relations under a black president


Jonny Bairstow and Eoin Morgan shine for England in Mumbai


How wind farm developers 'use camera tricks to make turbines look smaller than they really are'

Wind farm developers using 'tricks' to make turbines look smaller


US drone kills six militants in Pakistan: officials

US missiles kill 15 in Pakistan: officials


Nigeria: Nigerian troops swarm after 40 killed in student massacre

Nigeria police make arrests after college massacre


Nerves Calmed -- For Now : Markets Jump on Relief over Spanish Bank Bailout

Focus Shifts to Greece After Spain Secures Bank Bailout


Heavy Fighting Reported in Syria's Aleppo


France says Greece must show credibility for eurozone

France's Hollande backs Greece but urges credible reform


The Hunger Games breaks US box office record


4 French Soldiers Reported Killed in Afghanistan


Two Aust soldiers wounded in Afghanistan


Palestinian leadership condemn Israeli FM call to oust Abbas

Palestinian leadership backs Fatah-Hamas Doha deal


Man finds car on eBay 42 years after it was stolen

Texas man finds his car 42 years after it was stolen


Sylvester Stallone's son found dead in Hollywood

Sylvester Stalloneâ€™s son, Sage Stallone, found dead in Hol


NATO: 4 aid workers rescued from Afghan insurgents

5 aid workers freed in operation in Afghanistan


Russia jails Pussy Riot protest punks for two years

Russian court to rule in Pussy Riot trial


Israel bars German writer Grass from visiting over poem

Israel bars German author Grass over poem


The Note's Must-Reads for August 1, 2012

The Note's Must Reads for Wednesday July 4, 2012


NATO US troop detained over shooting of Afghan civilians

U.S. says saddened by shooting on Afghan civilians


Hollande wins French presidential election

East Timor votes in presidential election


Military: Syria chemical stocks threaten Israel

Russia tells Syria chemical arms threat is unacceptable


Fitch restores Ford credit to investment grade


Syria peace plan conditions “unacceptable,” opposition says


Clashes as Greeks protest against more cutbacks


9 dead, 11 hurt, 4 missing in Mont Blanc avalanche

6 dead, several missing in Mont Blanc avalanche


Taliban pose as 'attractive women, on Facebook for spying

Taliban soldiers posing as pretty women on Facebook to get troops' secrets


Chinese activist renews call to fight injustice


City Room: Empire State Building Shooting

2 dead in shooting outside Empire State Building


Mohamed Morsi sworn in as Eygptian president


Attack on Nato base in Afghanistan kills 15


Yemen Suicide Blast, Drone Attack Kill At Least 30


Torres moving on after Olympic bid fails

Torres finishes 4th, misses out on sixth Olympics


Pakistan begins demolition of bin Laden compound

Pakistan demolishes Osama bin Laden hideout


Sudan blames Israel for Khartoum arms fire

Sudan accuses Israel of airstrike on arms factory


House-Senate deal reached on payroll tax measure

Negotiators reach deal on Congress payroll tax cut bill


Tropical Storm Isaac drenches Haiti, swipes Cuba


Foreign pro-Palestinian activists seek to enter West Bank

100 pro-Palestinians seek to enter Israel at Allenby


World stocks rise on hopes for EU, US stimulus


Gore Vidal dead at 86: Legendary author, playwright, and politician dies

Gore Vidal, celebrated author, playwright, dies at 86


World stocks fall before Greek debt deal deadline

Asia stocks fall ahead of Greek debt deal deadline


South Africa police say they killed 30+ miners


Isaac drenches Haiti, heads toward Cuba, Florida

Isaac nears Haiti with homeless quake population


Obama relaxes deportation rules for young immigrants

U.S. relaxes deportation rules for young people: Napolitano


Microsoft's Surface a big bet on future: Analysts

Microsoft's Surface tablet promising, but questions remain


'Whitey' Bulger's girlfriend gets 8 years

Mobster "Whitey" Bulger's girlfriend gets 8 years


Man sets himself on fire at Breivik trial

Man sets self afire outside Breivik trial


U.S. drone strike kills 10 in northwest Pakistan

US drone in Pakistan kills 10 suspected militants


9,000 U.S. Marines to move out of Okinawa: statement


Toys R Us waives fee for layaway program

Wal-Mart lowers fee for holiday layaway program


Iran expands nuclear enrichment activities: IAEA report

Iran steps up sensitive nuclear work - IAEA


Donna Summer, Queen of Disco, dies at 63


Attacks in Iraq kill general and 4 others


At least 80 dead in northwest Iran quakes

180 dead, 1,300 injured in northwest Iran earthquakes


Brazil's 'pop-star priest' gets mammoth new stage

Brazil's 'Pop-Star Priest' Gets Mammoth New Stage


Washington: More Than 100 Are Charged in Medicare Fraud Sweep

Washington: Court Upholds Voting Rights Act in Alabama Case


Putin claims victory in Russia's presidential election

Putin claims victory in presidential vote


Romney announces Paul Ryan as running mate


European markets rise on Greek bailout hopes

European Ministers Are Poised to Approve Greek Rescue


Edwards Acquitted on 1 Count, Mistrial on Others

Edwards found not guilty on one count; mistrial on others


Ukrainian weightlifter gets four-year doping ban

Ukraine's Korobka gets four-year doping ban


Killer may have filmed France school shooting


Suicide bomber attacks Algerian security base


Thailand: Iranians planned to attack Israelis

Malaysia to extradite Iranian for attack on Israelis


Israeli military court rejects appeal of Palestinian hunger striker

Israel reaches deal with Palestinian hunger strikers


Putin 'Wins Russian Presidential Election'

Putin 'wins' Russia's presidential election


Putin to win Russia's presidential election


UN Chief Finds His Voice, Remains Cautious on China

Insight: U.N. chief finds his voice, but remains cautious on China


British Archbishop of Canterbury changes career to Cambridge

Archbishop of Canterbury to step down amid rifts


Punjab Mail derails near Rohtak, 19 injured

Punjab Mail derails near Rohtak in Haryana, 19 injured


George Zimmerman 'to be charged' with killing Trayvon Martin

George Zimmerman to be charged in Trayvon Martin case, official says


Indian Maoist rebels offer talks to free Italian hostages

India: Maoist rebels in talks on freeing Italians


Two reported dead in shooting at Empire State Building in NY

City Room: Empire State Building Shooting


At least 63 dead in Pakistan factory blaze


Penn State football players react to sanctions

Penn State football slammed with NCAA sanctions


Israel must release or try Palestinian on prolonged hunger strike

Israeli minister wants Palestinian leader's ouster


UN report says both sides in Syria abuse rights

NATO leader plays down risk of Turkey-Syria clash


Girl accused of burning Koran goes into hiding


France warns Syria over chemical weapons use

U.N. concerned at possible Syria chemical weapons


'Life-Threatening' Storms Feared for Midwest


Chicago teacher strike nears end with 'framework' agreement in place

General strike ends: Histadrut, Treasury reach agreement


Storm delays start of Republican convention

Storm lashes Florida, delaying Republican convention


At least two Nato killed in Afghanistan helicopter crash: military

At least 18 killed in Afghan bomb attacks: officials


President John Evans Atta-Mills Must Resign Now -NPP Germany


Japan switches off last nuclear power plant this weekend


Russian Air Force celebrates 100th anniversary


Romney leads Santorum in GOP Super Tuesday contests


Putin sworn in as Russian growth falters

Putin sworn in as Russia's president for 6 years


ArQule, Daiichi stop lung cancer trial, shares tank

ArQule stock plunges as lung cancer study shelved


6.1-magnitude quake hits Papua, Indonesia -- USGS


2 Americans Killed as Afghan Unrest Enters Fifth Day

Two American Officers Murdered As Afghan Unrest Continues


Officials: Romney to get Secret Service protection


Japan PM calls for quicker tsunami waste processing

Japan marks one year since quake and tsunami disaster


Syrian Arab Republic (the): Syrian Arab Republic: Syrian Refugees (as of 28 June 2012)

Syrian Arab Republic (the): More than 70 killed in Syria ahead of Annan return


Suicide bomber kills 12 in Nigeria church


Airlines cancel 'flytilla' activists' tickets to TA

UK Airline Cancels 'Flytilla' Tickets on Israel Objections


Spaniard on trial for Cuban dissident’s death


Sri Lanka seek one-day revival against Pakistan


SpaceX docks with International Space Station: Up next, public travel?

SpaceX Dragon Docks With International Space Station


'Million Muppet March' to defend Obama backing of PBS

Million Muppet March planned to defend U.S. backing for PBS


Syrian opposition in reconciliation talks

Syrian Opposition Council to Establish Envoy in France


Romney won't volunteer budget differences


Facebook boosts size of IPO by 25pc to raise $15bn

Facebook boosts size of IPO by 25 percent


Iran's Parliament Questions A Dismissive Ahmadinejad

Iran's parliament questions President Ahmadinejad


Yemen suicide attack kills 7 soldiers: officials

Afghan suicide car bomb kills at least seven: officials


GOP presidential hopefuls clash in Southern races


Three more US soldiers killed in Afghanistan


Police raise death toll in bus accident to 8


Four foreign soldiers killed in Afghan east

2 British soldiers killed in Afghan insider attack


British Red Cross doctor kidnapped in Pakistan found beheaded


Afghan, US govts sign deal on controversial night raid


Australia can eclipse England in Windies

Australian PM defiant under pressure over leadership


Pussy Riot verdict greeted with defiance


Secret Service sees its 'biggest scandal' over prostitutes


Kuwait: Activists storm Syrian embassy; two injured


Details of Aung San Suu Kyi's visit to Ireland

Rapturous welcome for Aung San Suu Kyi's historic trip


Norway Marks Anniversary of Breivik's Massacre


Aust shares up 1% after interest rate cut


Germany warns Greece: No more money without reforms

Euro zone to Greece: No rescue without reforms


Obama to meet families of shooting victims


Obama widens lead over Romney despite jobs data: Reuters/Ipsos poll

Romney takes lead over Obama with convention "bounce": Reuters/Ipsos poll


Two killed, 19 injured in Toronto shooting


What the Pope's butler saw – aide arrested over Vatican leaks

Pope’s butler arrested in scandal over Vatican leaks


Anti-Putin protesters form human chain in Moscow


Washington's Acts of Congress sells for $9.8M

George Washington's copy of US Constitution sells for $9.8m


Lakers Fire Coach Mike Brown After 1-4 Start


Canadian Muslims issue fatwa against 'honor killing'

US, Canadian imams issue fatwa against honour killings


Libya PM names new cabinet after protests over original

Libyan assembly rejects new cabinet, dismisses PM


4 foreign soldiers killed in Afghan east

4 French Soldiers Reported Killed in Afghanistan


Syrian forces bombard Homs, Russia warns of civil war


Pak: 20 dead in anti-Islam film protests

25 injured in anti-Islam film protest in Islamabad, Pakistan


Cause of Whitney Houston's death could take weeks

Investigators seek answers to Whitney Houston's death


N Korea warns of retaliation for South Korea drill

North warns of retaliation for Seoul's naval drill plan


A Tale of Two Passes: How The New York Giants Won The Super Bowl

Lesser of two evils triumphs in Super Bowl


Two killed in new Israeli strike on Gaza: medics


Germany Likely to Press Russia on Syrian Crisis

What is Russia thinking on Syria? A brief guide


Four seriously injured in M23 motorway crash


UN aid chief Amos enters Baba Amr with Red Crescent

Syria's besieged Baba Amr is deserted, Red Cross says


Profiles of Egypt's main presidential candidates

Second day of Egyptian presidential election


British gold rush silences gripes over cost

2 British soldiers killed in Afghan insider attack


Avalanche buries at least 100 Pakistani soldiers

Avalanche buries over 100 Pakistani soldiers


Inflation falls to 15-month low: what the analysts say


Komen won't cut Planned Parenthood funding

Susan G Komen in U-turn over Planned Parenthood funding cut


Iran says UN nuclear talks will continue

Iran says nuclear talks with UN 'constructive'


Agribusiness: Mad cow disease found in California

USDA Confirms Case of Mad Cow Disease in California


BP sells some Gulf of Mexico assets for $5.55 bil

BP sells Gulf of Mexico assets to Plains for $5.55 bn


300 potential Jimmy Savile victims: police

UK: 300 potential Savile abuse victims emerge


US drone strike kills 5 militants in Pakistan

U.S. drone strikes kill 16 suspected militants in Yemen


Chinese stocks close higher midday Friday


Voters in Myanmar hopeful as Suu Kyi's party claims win


Obama's poll rating drops in boost for Republican rivals

Obama's big Hispanic win worries Republicans


Two Aust soldiers wounded in Afghanistan

4 foreign soldiers killed in Afghan east


New Syria opposition chief wants no-strings aid

Syria opposition unites as Israel fires warning shots


South Africa mine clash kills at least 30


Syrian forces bombard Homs, Russia warns of civil war

Syrian forces bombard Homs, Lavrov arrives for talks


Egypt presidential election results delayed


Deadline passes with no new Iran sanctions


Arrested Russian killer denies ties to Pussy Riot

Dozens arrested in Russian TV tower protest


Norway memorial honours 77 massacre victims


US Afghanistan general linked to Petraeus scandal

Senior US general linked to Petraeus scandal


Chinese stocks fall after RRR cut - May 14


NKorea makes "significant" nuclear reactor progress - IAEA

N. Korea vows to expand nuclear deterrent


Maldives president quits after police mutiny, protests

Maldives president quits after weeks of protest


NATO strike 'kills civilians' in Afghanistan


Al-Qaida says it captures 70 Yemeni soldiers in Abyan's battle

Al Qaeda clashes, blasts kill 35 soldiers in Yemen


Navy jet crashes into US apartments, pilots eject

U.S. Navy Jet Crashes Into Virginia Apartment Buildings


IDF to deploy Iron Dome in Central Israel

Major snowstorm barrels down on Central Plains


US teen held in Chicago 'jihad' car bomb plot

Chicago teen arrested in Chicago car bomb plot


PC David Rathband: twin brother's fears for his 'bestest mate'

David Miliband: my brother and a return to old Labour


Syrian Regime Bids To Retake City Of Aleppo


20-member parliamentary, trade team leaves for India

Commerce secretary to take leave of absence


Europe shares bounce as more China stimulus seen


Stock index futures point to lower start


US drone strike kills 5 militants in Pakistan

Drone strike kills four suspected militants in Pakistan


Syrian rebels retreat from besieged Homs district


U.S. orders non-essential staff to leave Sudan, Tunisia

US orders non-essential staff to leave Tunisia, Sudan


Assad says mercenaries are behind Syria unrest

Assad Accuses US of Fueling Syrian Uprising


Japan PM dissolves lower house for election

Iran and world powers set for nuclear talks


Two killed in new Israeli strike on Gaza: medics

5 die in strikes on Gaza, militants barrage Israel


Navy jet crashes into Virginia buildings, injuring six

Navy jet crashes into Virginia apartments,9 hurt


One NATO soldier killed in S. Afghanistan

British soldier killed in southern Afghanistan


Two die in Syria violence after UN monitors land


Civilian, defector killed in Syria, says NGO

Syria gunmen kill three Syrian officers: NGO


Bank of England's Paul Tucker tainted by Libor mess

Bank of England deputy denies ordering rate-rigging


Red Cross says negotiating halt to fighting in Syria to take aid

Red Cross negotiating Syria ceasefire to bring aid


German parliament overwhelmingly backs Greek rescue deal

German parliament endorses Greek bailout


Bombings, clashes as Syria opposition seeks arms


Burma's reforms bring easing of U.S. sanctions

Burma activists say go slow on easing sanctions


Usain Bolt wins 200m – Steven Howard reaction

Facebook mobile gains drive revenue growth: reaction


'India police name 3 Iranians in embassy attack'


Heavy fighting rocks eastern Syria ahead of poll

Heavy fighting rocks eastern Syria - residents


China yuan weakens to 6.3282 against USD Monday

China yuan retreats to 6.2697 against USD Thursday


Indonesia anti-terror squad kills two suspected militants

Indonesia police shoot dead suspected militants in Bali


US Election: Mitt Romney concedes defeat as Barack Obama wins second term

Romney concedes election to Obama in phone call


Armenians vote in parliamentary elections

Armenia's parliamentary vote a test for president


Sachin Tendulkar is sworn in as Indian senator

MP Sachin Tendulkar says no to govt bungalow


Navy Jet Crashes Into Apartment Building

U.S. Navy Jet Crashes Into Virginia Apartment Buildings


Yahoo! to name Google's Mayer as CEO: report


US soldier accused of Afghan massacre hires prominent criminal lawyer

US soldier accused of killing Afghan civilians identified


6.0-magnitude quake hits northern Italy: USGS

5.9-magnitude quake hits Sunda Strait, Indonesia: USGS


US gov't officially designates Haqqani network as terrorists

US designates Haqqani network as terrorists


Motor Racing: Button fastest in year's first F1 practice

Button boasts best time after first practice


Newark mayor rescues neighbor from burning house


New York Stock Exchange to reopen Wednesday

DealBook: Stock Exchanges Prepare to Open


Hundreds honor student killed in Ohio shooting


Bombs in southern Thailand kill 5, wound 50


US lawmakers take next step on new Iran sanctions

Somalia lawmakers to vote for new president


Barack Obama admits US has 'more nuclear weapons than we need'

French gunman wants to 'die with weapons in hands'


2 rockets hit in the Eshkol region; no injuries

10 rockets in 20 minutes in Eshkol Regional Council


'Betrayed' disabled workers protest against Remploy closures

May Day marked by protests against austerity cuts


Rebels kill two park rangers in eastern Congo


Nine Pakistani troops killed in militant ambush

Trade: Pakistan, India agree to take it a step ahead


At least 73 die in Egyptian soccer pitch invasion


Unrest in tense Nigeria leaves at least 95 dead


Hurricane Sandy makes landfall in southeastern Jamaica: NHC


Remarks With Prime Minister Elkeib After Their Meeting

Remarks With Foreign Minister Koichiro Gemba


Barrick in talks with China firm over African assets

Obama aide holds talks in China after Syria veto


Mall attackers used 'less is more' strategy

In Kenya, attackers used 'less is more' strategy


Weak earnings drag stocks lower on Wall Street


Magnitude 6.3 quake strikes off Solomon Islands: USGS


Liquid ammonia leak kills 15 in Shanghai

Liquid ammonia leak kills at least 15 in Shanghai


Friends of Syria recognizes opposition coalition as legitimate representative of Syrian people

U.S., Friends of Syria recognise opposition as sole representative


Weiner stays in NYC mayor's race amid new sexting scandal

Weiner shrugs off latest online sex scandal


Death toll rises to 39 in Italy coach crash


Syria military police chief defects to opposition

Syria military police chief defects to rebels


Boeing 787 Dreamliner catches fire; stock takes a beating

Boeing stock tumbles after fire on 787 Dreamliner


Teenagers among 5 dead in Belgian bus crash


Gunmen abduct seven foreign workers in Nigeria

Seven foreign workers kidnapped in Nigeria


Swiss tourist gang raped in India, say police


Palestinians clash with Israeli forces in West Bank, Jerusalem

Palestinians clash with security forces in W. Bank


Protest against US drone strikes in Pak postponed

6 killed in U.S. drone strike in NW Pakistan


10 killed in road accident in NW Pakistan


Carney sets high bar to changes at Bank of England


8 arrested after deadly Bangladesh building collapse

Four arrested as Bangladesh building toll rises to 352


Suicide bomber kills 3 at US base in Afghanistan

Suicide bombers attack US base in Afghanistan


Afghans flock to colleges, even as Taliban loom

Afghan District Governor Defects To Taliban


North Korea Postpones Family Reunions with South

North Korea 'postpones' family unions with South Korea


Apple revenue misses again, iPhone disappoints

U.S. trade agency rules for Samsung, bans iPhone 4 imports


Gunmen kill 10 foreign tourists in northern Pakistan

Gunmen kill 11 foreign climbers in Pakistan


David Beckham Announces Retirement From Soccer


Matt Smith to leave Doctor Who after 4 years


Man Who Set Himself on Fire on National Mall Dies of Injuries

Man 'who set himself ablaze' on National Mall dies


Taliban attacks kill 17 civilians in Afghanistan

Series of attacks kill 10 police in Afghanistan


Egypt minister survives assassination attempt

Syrian prime minister 'survives assassination attempt'


Ex-first lady Barbara Bush leaves Texas hospital

Former first lady Barbara Bush leaves hospital


Michael Schumacher still in a coma fighting for his life following skiing accident


11 killed in Chinese police station attack

Eleven killed in China police station attack


Bradley Cooper and JJ Abrams in talks about filming a Lance Armstrong biopic

Bradley Cooper in talks to play Lance Armstrong in biopic


Boeing airliner crashes in Russia, 50 killed

Boeing airliner crashes in Russian city of Kazan, 50 killed


EU ministers 'determined' to resolve horsemeat scandal

EU ministers hold crisis talks over horse meat scandal


Thai opposition party to boycott general election

Thai opposition announces election boycott


Bangladesh building collapse death toll hits 540: army

Bangladesh building collapse death toll passes 1,000


Jagan Reddy shifted to hospital, power crisis continues in Seemandhra

Telangana: Jagan to spend Thursday in hospital; blackout continues in Seemandhra


Central African Republic president overthrown by rebels

Central African Republic President, PM stepping down


Brazil tied 2-2 by England as Maracana re-opens

Brazil held by England 2-2 as Maracana re-opens


California wildfire: 1,900 on the lines as firefighters labor to limit damage (+video)

California wildfire grows but officials say fire crews making progress


George W. Bush warns against bitter immigration debate

George W Bush weighs into immigration debate


Mandela hospitalized, responding to treatment

Mandela hospitalised after he stops talking


Russia condemns North Korean nuclear test

South Korea confirms that North Korea has conducted controversial third nuclear test


Hundreds of Bangladesh clothes factory workers ill

Hundreds fall sick in Bangladesh factory


Female suicide bomber kills 16 at Russian station


Thai protesters break into army headquarters


Israel launches new airstrike against Syria


Police fire tear gas to disperse protesters in Tunis

Police fire tear gas at protesters in Cairo


Egypt's main opposition rejects president's call for dialogue

Egypt opposition mulls response to Morsi dialogue call


Wrestling to feature in 2020 Tokyo Olympics


Cuba's Castro to Take Over CELAC Presidency


6.9 magnitude earthquake hits New Zealand


Dozens feared trapped in India building collapse

Rescuers race to find 20 still trapped in India building collapse


Islamists attack north Mali city after suicide bombings


Britain loses bid to deport radical cleric Abu Qatada


French parliament backs reform of law on prostitution

Russian parliament to consider ban on U.S. adoptions


Shots, Explosions Heard as Thais Continue Protest in Bangkok

Gunshots, explosions rock Thai protest day ahead of polls


Israeli military focuses on northern border

Egypt's military takes control over Muslim Brotherhood, supporters


North Korea vows to restart nuclear facilities


Ariel Castro sentenced to 1,000 years in prison


It's official: Deal reached on "fiscal cliff"


Zimmerman stopped for speeding in Texas, released with warning

Zimmerman pulled over in Texas for speeding, given warning


Iran's Rouhani warns of Talibanisation in Syria

Russia, China Concerned About Israeli Airstrikes in Syria


Syria denies reports of deadly Damascus nerve gas attack

US allies get help to repel Iranian computer attacks


China stocks close higher after economic meeting


Russia unveils $30 billion oil link to Pacific

Russia unveils $25bn oil link to Pacific


Police kill gunman, find 3 more dead in Colo. home

4 dead after police standoff with gunman barricaded in US home


Dolce and Gabbana convicted of tax evasion

Dolce and Gabbana Fined in Italian Tax Case


7.7-magnitude earthquake hits SW Pakistan


Asteroid zips between Earth and satellites


Fight for Mali Town Reflects Islamist Tactics

EU to train Mali army to fight northern Islamist militants


Two Santa trackers competing this Christmas


Ships Train for Syrian Chemical Weapons Transport

Syria Loads Chemical Weapons into Bombs, Awaiting Assad Order


15 killed, 90 wounded in fresh attacks in Iraq


Can the U.S. trust Syria to hand over chemical weapons?

US says Syria may have used sarin gas in chemical weapons


Mexican singer Jenni Rivera believed killed in plane crash

Jenni Rivera, Mexican music star, dies in plane crash


Bangladesh court sentences first lawmaker to death for war crimes

British PM pushes Sri Lanka on war crimes


Mugabe declared winner of disputed elections

Zimbabwe: Mugabe declared winner in disputed vote


Death toll climbs to 15 in Indonesia boat sinking

Indonesia: Death toll rises to 11 in Indonesia boat capsize


Egypt court bans Muslim Brotherhood 'activities'


Rouhani leads in Iran presidential vote - preliminary results


Police attacked in Belfast flag protests


S.Korea proposes 'final' N.Korea talks over Kaesong

North Korea proposes high-level talks with US


India gang-rape victim "struggling against the odds"

Indian rape victim dies in Singapore hospital


Gunmen kill 9 foreign tourists, 1 Pakistani

Gunmen Kill 11 Foreign Tourists in Pakistan


Statement by the Spokesperson of High Representative Catherine Ashton on the latest spate of attacks in Iraq

Statement by the spokesperson of the EU High Representative, Catherine Ashton, on the resumption of executions in Iraq


Egypt increases security before pro-Morsi protests


Yacimovich urges cabinet to approve Palestinian prisoners release

Israel agrees to free 104 Palestinian prisoners


Palestinians build another West Bank tent protest

Palestinians' first ever UN vote symbolic yet historic


Bangladesh building collapse death toll hits 362

Bangladesh building-collapse death toll climbs to 580


Israeli envoys summoned over settlement plans

Britain summons Israeli envoy over settlements


2 dead, 2 injured in Nevada middle school shooting

Nevada: 2 dead, 2 hurt in middle school shooting


Hamas mixed sex schools ban takes effect


Man arrested after police officer shot in Leeds

Navy panel urges ouster of officer who faked death


Ukrainian Prime Minister resigns amid protests

Turkish Prime Minister signals return to hardline on protesters


Obama to refocus on economy in State of the Union

Factbox: What to look for in Obama's State of the Union speech


Google launches internet-beaming balloons

Google 'are playing international tax game'


Iraq Backs Egypt Crackdown on Morsi Supporters

Iraq backs Egypt crackdown on Mohamed Morsi supporters


Russia gives initial OK to American adoption ban

Russia gives initial approval to adoption ban


Five convicted in Kosovo organ trafficking case

Kosovo: 3 get jail time in organ trafficking case


Gunman Among 7 Dead After Florida Apartment Shooting

Gunman among 7 dead after Fla. apartment shootout


Obama lauds progress on gay rights in inaugural address

Thousands protest gay marriage in France


In shock move, Obama puts Syria strike on hold


Israel strikes Syria as tensions rise on weapons

Air strikes wound civilians in Syria's Deraa


Gunmen kill nine people in northwest Pakistan

Militants kill 6 soldiers in northwest Pakistan


The San Francisco plane crash at a glance

Two dead, 181 hurt in San Francisco air crash


8 arrested after deadly Bangladesh building collapse

Workers protest after Bangladesh building collapse


X'mas cruise passengers hit by Norovirus


Murder claim over Diana's death New information which has been passed to the police relating to the deaths of Princess Diana and Dodi Fayed is thought to include an allegation that they were murdered

Diana and Fayed death info received new The deaths of Princess Diana and Dodi Al Fayed are being looked at again by police after they received information.


Stomach bug to cause ailing Nadal to miss Australian Open


Narendra Modi pledges tough stand against Pakistan

India’s Modi promises tough stance against Pakistan


Egyptian court considers Mubarak’s release


Boy Scouts delay decision on admitting gays

Boy Scouts of America delays vote on lifting ban on gays


Joran Van Der Sloots Plans To Get Married In Peru Prison


China stock index futures close higher -- Dec. 4

China stock index futures close lower -- Jan. 24


Palestinians 'hit' by Israeli fire in Gaza

Two Palestinians Killed in an Israeli Air Strike on Gaza


Jesse Jackson Jr. and wife to plead guilty to fraud

Jesse Jackson Jr., Wife to Plead Guilty to Fraud


Stuart Hall Admits Sex Assaults On Children


7 killed, 3 injured in south China road accident

20 killed, 44 injured in Philippine road accident


Ryanair reports record profits but warns growth likely to slow this year

Stansted: Ryanair reports 13% rise in annual profits but warns of slower growth this year


50th anniversary of JFK's death remembered

On 50th anniversary of JFK death, Dallas holds its first memorial


7.7-magnitude earthquake hits SW Pakistan


Books To Help Kids Talk About Boston Marathon News

Report of two explosions at finish line of Boston Marathon


Tech Sector Heats Up: Google and IBM Post Strong Earnings

Google shares soar past $1,000 on strong earnings


Profiles of Kenya's presidential candidates

Italian journalist picked as presidential candidate


Gov't committee approves release of 26 Palestinian prisoners


Philadelphia building collapses, 8-10 people may be trapped

Philadelphia building collapses; reports of people trapped


Obama meets Zuma and pays tribute to Mandela


U.S. Senate set to vote on gun control bill


Car bombings kill 13 civilians in Iraqi capital


'Friends of Syria' in Doha talks on arming rebels

Syria talks agree military aid to rebels


Egypt's leader imposes state of emergency in 3 cities

Egypt president declares state of emergency in three cities


ABVP protesters clash with police at Jantar Mantar, throw stones

Protesters clash with police at Jantar Mantar, 5 people detained


Turkish PM urges to end protests in Istanbul

Turkish police fire teargas at protesters in Istanbul


Saudi-born Nigerian charged with terrorism in New York


Start of San Fermin bull-running festival briefly delayed as view obstructed by Basque flag


Up to 21, mostly foreigners, killed in Kabul suicide attack

Briton among dead in Kabul suicide attack


Former LAPD officer sought in Irvine slayings

Former CIA officer sentenced to 30 months in prison for info leak


Pakistan court demands 'blasphemy' rampage answers

Pakistan-UN report reveals alarming levels of drug use


Intel's McAfee Buys Cloud-Based, Networked Firewall Specialist Stonesoft For $389M In Cash

McAfee to acquire firewall Stonesoft for $389 million


7.2 magnitude earthquake strikes Philippines


Bangladesh Opposition Leader Sentenced to Death for War Crimes

Bangladesh: Fugitive Sentenced to Death by War Crimes Tribunal


Alleged cop killer died from shot to head


Car bomb at Swedish consulate in Libya's Benghazi, no casualties

Car Bomb Hits Swedish Consulate in Benghazi, None Hurt


Iran hopes nuclear talks will yield 'roadmap'

Iran Nuclear Talks in Geneva Spur High Hopes


35 militants killed in Afghan raids: official

12 militants killed in Afghan raids: ministry


North Korea reportedly test-fires short-range missiles

North Korea launches short-range missiles


Thai protesters obstruct vote; 1 dead in violence

Thai protesters block polling stations in Bangkok


Hugo Chavez: Venezuelan officials for unity


North Korea's third test brings it closer to nuclear power status

NATO says North Korea nuclear test is grave threat to world peace


Macau Gambling Revenue Hits Record $38 bn in 2012

Macau gambling revenue hits record US$38b in 2012


Israelis, Palestinians resume talks in US


NM County Prepares for Same-Sex Marriages Hearing

Some county officials pave the way for same-sex marriage


Four U.S. Air Force helicopter crew members killed in UK crash

US Air Force helicopter crew killed in British crash


Malaysia detains Australian senator at airport

Malaysia detains Australian lawmaker at airport


Britain shuts down plants as horse meat scandal reaches France

EU ministers 'determined' to resolve horsemeat scandal


U.S. concerns grow about Syria's chemical weapons


China yuan strengthens to 6.2689 against USD

Chinese yuan weakens to 6.2816 against USD


Russia invites Syrian opposition for talks


Preston and England legend Tom Finney dies at 91

Former England great Tom Finney dies at 91


Car bomb kills one and wounds five in Benghazi

Car bomb hits Libyan Foreign Ministry in Benghazi


Roadside bomb kills 3 policemen in Afghanistan


Sri Lanka's Tamils Vote for Greater Autonomy


French-led troops control access to Timbuktu


Gunmen Kill 11 Foreign Tourists in Pakistan

Gunmen kill 11 foreign climbers in Pakistan


N Korea to halt work at joint industrial zone

North Korea blocks access to joint industrial zone


Delhi Gang Rape Suspect 'Beaten, Poisoned'


Most French support military operation in Mali


Reid cites 'tremendous progress' in debt ceiling talks

Senate leaders appear close to US debt ceiling deal


Chairman of British no-frills airline easyJet to step down


Obama renews offer to cut social safety net in big budget deal: aide

Japan urges U.S. to quickly handle budget deadlock


Suicide Bomber Kills 14 at Afghan Province Council


Committee nears final big immigration decisions

Senate Judiciary Committee nearing final big decisions in shaping immigration bill


US Troops Killed in Afghan Insider Attack

NATO troops killed in Afghan 'insider attack'


Mother arrested on suspicion of manslaughter after dog kills daughter

Man arrested on suspicion of murder after stabbing in Suffolk


Five dead, 40 missing in Canada train disaster

40 still missing in Canadian train wreck


Tunisian opposition politician shot dead

Tunisia opposition leader slain; protests erupt


UN presses need for major boost in Syrian aid

UN chief presses for major boost in Syrian aid


George Zimmerman found not guilty of Trayvon Martin murder

Protests and appeals for calm after Zimmerman acquitted of Trayvon Martin murder


Whistleblower Edward Snowden flies to Moscow

NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden leaves Hong Kong on flight to Moscow


17 killed, 133 wounded in bomb attacks in northern Iraq

2 killed, 6 wounded in clashes in northern Lebanon


All Eyes on Capriles as Venezuela Election Set


Radio prankster in tears over nurse’s death


N Korea says it may delay controversial rocket launch

N. Korea looks set to delay controversial rocket launch


Critical Gates memoir rocks Obama administration


Jeff Bezos Bets $250 Million on Reviving Washington Post

Jeff Bezos Pays $250 Million For The Washington Post


Brooks pleads not guilty to hacking charges

Brooks pleads not guilty at phone hacking hearing


Purge sends chilling message to North Korea's elite

Purge of Kim uncle sends chilling message to North Korea’s elite


South Africans mark ailing Mandela's 95th birthday

South Africa's former PM Nelson Mandela back in hospital


Obama declares health care law is working

Obama pledges to make new health care law work


Heavy rain raises threat of Christmas Day flooding


Taiwan gang leader nabbed at airport after 17 years

Zambia arrests ex-leader Banda over oil deal


Iran nuke talks begin amid hopes of progress


Thai political protests paralyse more ministries


Amazon's Bezos to buy the Washington Post for $250 million

Amazon's Bezos buys Washington Post for $250-M


Obama economic tour buffeted by low expectations

Obama encourages Boy Scouts to end ban on gays


Israel vows to deny Hezbollah after air strike

Car bomb kills four in Hezbollah Beirut bastion: minister


Arab League welcomes US-Russian deal on Syria


More French soldiers to Central African Republic

Gun battles in Central African capital create fresh panic


UN resolution orders Syria chemical arms destroyed

Germany ready to help Syria chemical mission


Exclusive-UPDATE 2-Egypt pro-Mursi alliance signals flexibility in talks

EXCLUSIVE-UPDATE 1-Egypt pro-Mursi alliance signals flexibility in talks


David Beckham to retire at end of season


Libya abruptly closes its borders with four countries

Libya closes borders, declares martial law in south


Taliban prison break: 250 militants escape after attack on Pakistan jail


Meteorite hits central Russia, more than 500 people hurt


Blizzard wallops US Northeast, closes roads


NATO protesters acquitted of terrorism charges

NATO protesters convicted on non-terrorism charges


Obama: Congress, world credibility on line


At least 33 dead as big quake hits Pakistan


Egypt's interior minister survives bomb attack


China's yuan weakens to 6.2767 against USD Thursday

China yuan weakens to 6.1818 against USD Tuesday


Cameron loses parliamentary vote on Syria military action


Egypt 'freezes Muslim Brotherhood assets'


Zen Report: Ain't easy being high maintenance

Russian meteorite leaves building gaping open


Tony Abbott sworn in as new Australian PM


Egypt's military cracks down on Muslim Brotherhood


Venezuela assembly meets amid Chavez health crisis


Syria opposition threatens to quit talks


Suicide bomber kills policeman in Pakistan

Suicide Bombers Kill 3 Soldiers in Pakistan


Anti-government protesters storm the streets of Kyiv


Chicago man to be sentenced for terror convictions

Kabul Bank Heads Sentenced for Corruption


US drone strike kills three in northwest Pakistan

US drone strike kills seven in North Waziristan


Track fault disrupts train service between Raffles Place, Marina Bay

Train service disrupted between Raffles Place and Marina Bay


Manning Sentenced to 35 Years for Leaking Government Secrets

Briton jailed for 10 years for selling fake bomb detectors


UK police say no terrorism link to helicopter crash

China police seek eight suspects over crash


Suicide bomber kills 13 in Russia's south

Suicide bomber kills 16 in Russia’s Volgograd


41 killed, 22 wounded in violent attacks in Iraq

15 killed, 90 wounded in fresh attacks in Iraq


Kerry to visit Jordan, Israel-Palestinian peace on agenda

Kerry postpones visit to Israel in one week


Nelson Mandela's real hero was not Gandhi, but Nehru


Facing Bailout Tax, Cypriots Try to Get Cash Out of Banks

Bailout terms prompt run on Cyprus banks


Americans scramble to sign up for Obamacare by deadline


Lance Armstrong confesses to doping in Oprah interview


Andy Murray deserves knighthood, David Cameron says

David Cameron: Andy Murray deserves a knighthood


Hushen 300 Index closes higher -- Oct. 14

Hushen 300 Index closes lower -- March 12


US State Department faulted over Benghazi

State Dept security chief resigns after Benghazi


Soccer-France to host Australia for first time in October

NRA official to face questions for first time since controversial remarks


Honduran ambassador to Colombia sacked after wild party

Honduras ambassador resigns after alleged embassy orgy


Moderate tremor in the Central Mediterranean

Iran: Moderate candidate wins presidential vote


Three Afghans dead in new blast at US base in east Afghanistan


Suicide Bombs Hit Egypt Military in Sinai, Kill 6

Suicide bombs hit Egypt military in Sinai, kill 4


Asian markets gain on upbeat US economic data

Asian markets lifted by positive US, China data


Suicide bomber kills 9 at Pakistan political rally

Suicide bomber kills guard at US embassy in Turkey


Four Morsi supporters killed in Egypt clashes

Dozens injured as Morsi supporters clash with security forces


Pistorius officer on attempted murder charges


Pakistani Taliban chief Hakimullah Mehsud killed in drone strike

Pakistan Taliban vows revenge, to repay Hakimullah's killing in bloodshed


Dozens killed in air strike on bakery in central Syria

'Dozens killed' in Syrian air strike on bakery


Gunmen kill one soldier, injure two others in Pakistan


Raid on Boston Marathon bombing suspect captured on film


Destruction of Syria's chemical weapons begins

Destruction of Syria's Chemical Weapons Could Prove Difficult


Flooding in Canada forces evacuation of another city

California wildfire forces evacuation of homes, university


UN says US drones violate Pakistan's sovereignty

UN: US drone strikes violate Pakistan's sovereignty


Obama hails Mandela's inspiration effect


Obama coming 'to listen' to Israel, Palestinians

Kerry Welcomes Arab Plan for Israeli-Palestinian Talks


The e-mails - Oil firm asked trader about meeting with minister

Oil firm asked rogue trader about meeting with minister


Death toll in Nigeria police attack rises to 30

Death toll in Kenya bus attack rises to six


Syria 'to declare chemical weapons and sign convention'

Russia, Syria Work on 'Concrete' Chemical Weapons Plan


Australia to scrap soaring national debt ceiling

Australian PM insists no argument with Indonesia


Asian markets hit 3-wk high on hopes of US debt deal

Asian stocks hit three-week highs on hopes of U.S. debt deal


Italian Prime Minister Mario Monti Resigns

'Palestinian Prime Minister Fayyad resigns'


South Africa Admits Mistake Over 'Schizophrenic' Mandela Signer

South Africa admits possible 'mistake' over deaf signer at Mandela memorial


Iran says serious issues remain in nuclear talks

Iran vows to preserve "peaceful" nuclear program


Crowds Gather in Bethlehem for Christmas


Seven peacekeepers killed in Sudan's Darfur


NATO: Patriot missile battery operational on Syrian border

Obama: Patriot missile batteries, troops to stay in Jordan near Syrian border


US stocks tumble on third day of shutdown

Stocks fall on third day of government shutdown


Guinea votes in long-delayed legislative poll

Equatoguineans vote in legislative polls


NATO: 3 troops killed in Afghanistan attack

NATO troops killed in Afghan 'insider attack'


Israeli soldier hits Palestinian child in Hebron

Israeli soldiers kill Palestinian woman in West Bank


UN voices alarm over Israeli strikes on Syria

Israeli official confirms second air strike at Syria


Egypt Army Launches New Air Raids on Sinai Militants

Egypt launches new assault against Sinai militants


French forces attack al-Qaeda's Mali allies

A battle to retake north Mali: Hundreds of French troops drive back al-Qaida-linked rebels


Egyptian police fire tear gas at Brotherhood protesters

India: Tear Gas Fired At Gang Rape Protesters


Syria Regime Agrees to Attend Peace Conference

Syria, opposition agree 'in principle' to attend peace conference


Dozens injured as Boeing 777 jet crash lands at San Francisco airport

Asiana Air Boeing 777 crash lands at San Francisco airport


13 children die in fire Myanmar mosque fire

Myanmar police say 13 children die in electrical fire at mosque


US Senate to vote on fiscal cliff deal as deadline nears

Fiscal cliff: House delays vote on fiscal cliff deal - live


Man with knife arrested at entrance to Buckingham Palace

Man Charged After Buckingham Palace Arrest


'5 snowboarders killed in Colorado avalanche'


Ban Ki-moon to Review Syria Chemical Arms Accord

Ban to review Syria chemical arms accord


Iraqi president in hospital due to health problem

Iraqi president in hospital after suffering stroke


Malaysia's long-ruling coalition hangs on to power

Malaysia's ruling coalition wins majority


Explosions Near the Iranian Embassy in Beirut

Two blasts near Iranian embassy in Beirut


Police: 19 hurt in NOLA Mother's Day shooting


Hagel laments "political" changes to US defence budget

Hagel defends proposed cuts in defense spending


U.S. bans carry-on liquids, gels on flights to Russia

US bans carry-on liquids on direct flights to Russia


Egypt's Brotherhood stands ground after killings

Egypt: Muslim Brotherhood Stands Behind Morsi


Iranian president calls for new nuclear talks

Iranian minister blames West for failed nuke talks


Floods kill two, forces 75,000 from Calgary homes

Flooding Forces 75,000 From Canada Homes


Typhoon Fitow makes landfall in east China

Typhoon Fitow slams into southeastern China


Mandela movie to open this month in South Africa


Exit polls suggest Putin ally wins Moscow vote

Exit polls shows Putin ally wins Moscow vote, Navalny cries foul


Judge enters not guilty plea for James Holmes

Not guilty plea for James Holmes – but insanity option still on table


At least 13 killed in triple car bombings in Iraq's Diyala


Chris Froome rides to Tour de France endgame


Apple app directs drivers to Alaska airport runway


Suspected US drone kills 3 militants in Pakistan

U.S. drone kills 4 militants in Pakistan


Pope Francis Slips Out of Vatican for Prayers


US Senate to meet as path out of fiscal impasse still elusive

US Senate has Rare Sunday Session Days Amid Fiscal Impasse


Egypt's Brotherhood as Beleaguered as Its Leader

Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood Set for Mass March


China's new stealth frigate commissioned

Belarus, Latvia to set up border commission


Protests continue in tense Ukraine capital


Britons released after kidnapping in Egypt's Sinai -sources

Bedouin release two Britons seized in Egypt's Sinai


Iran, six world powers clinch breakthrough nuclear deal


Israel faces European backlash over settlement plan

Israel called to account over latest settlement plans by European countries


Obama jokes about himself at reporters' dinner

Obama pokes fun at critics during press dinner


Allen responds to Farrow's abuse claims in letter

Allen defends self against Farrow's abuse claims


More than 1,000 inmates escape from Libya's al-Kweifiya prison


Islamists kill 21 in suicide attacks in Niger

Car bombs kill 20 in Turkish town near Syrian border


U.S. has determined Syria used chemical weapons

UN votes to eliminate Syria's chemical weapons


Pakistani Taliban names new leader after drone strike

Pakistani Taleban chief killed in US drone strike


Twin bombings in Pakistan kill at least 40


Muslim Brotherhood supporter dies in Cairo clash

Muslim Brotherhood supporters die in Egypt clashes


Facebook earnings jump 63% as mobile ads accelerate

Facebook profits jump as user base expands


Syria envoy calls for National Unity Government

Syria envoy calls for political change to end conflict


Thirty-Seven Dead In Italy Tour Bus Plunge


Rogers, Videotron extend reach with network-sharing deal

Rogers, Videotron reach network-sharing, spectrum deal


Topless Women Protest Against Berlusconi As He Votes In Election

Bulgaria President Backs Protesters, Opposes Snap Elections


Indonesia: Schoolchildren among 14 killed by Indonesia volcano eruption

Indonesia: Six dead in Indonesian volcanic eruption


Italy to swear in new coalition government


Obama mourns death of icon Nelson Mandela


For first time in history, Technion to teach engineering in Russia


Maldives holds fresh election for president

Maldives holds fresh presidential election


Egypt announces arrest of 1,004 Muslim Brotherhood supporters

Egypt orders arrest of Brotherhood chief Badie


New World Trade Center declared tallest building in U.S.

One World Trade Center Named Tallest US Building


Piers Morgan Interviewed by Police in Hacking Case


Mumbai photojournalist gangrape case cracked, five accused arrested

Mumbai journalist gang-rape case: All five accused arrested


Israeli forces detain 2 in Hebron arrest raid


Pakistani girl shot by Taliban appears on video


Egypt's interim president appoints 2 advisors

Egypt's interim president swears in new Cabinet


China launches first air-to-air missile from chopper

China court sentences Bo Xilai to life imprisonment for corruption


UK confirms fears over Syria's chemical weapons


Egypt: Egypt crackdown sparks global outrage


Senior Pakistani Taliban commander captured in Afghanistan

Pakistan Shi'ites demand protection from militants


Driver in Spanish train crash faces questions from judge

Train driver in Spain crash questioned by judge


US releases initial report on fracking impacts on water

Men in China detained after taking girls to hotel


Russia 'alone' in blaming Syrian rebels for chemical attack: US

Russia asks UN to consider its inquiry of Syria chemical arms use


Philippines, rebels reach wealth-sharing deal

Philippines and rebels reach 'wealth deal'


Death toll from west Chinas violence rises to 35

Urgent: Death toll from NE China fire rises to 112


Imran Khan to contest elections from four NA seats


Trailblazing Israeli electric car company Better Place to fold

Trailblazing Israeli electric car company to fold


Houston Texans head coach Gary Kubiak hospitalized after collapsing at game

Texans coach Gary Kubiak in stable condition after collapse


Pro-Pak Taliban warlord killed in US drone strike

Taliban commander killed in US drone strike


South Korean soldiers kill man trying to cross border into North

North Korea Shuts Last Remaining Hotline to South


Over 70 dead in Spanish high-speed train crash


Five foreigners sentenced to death for drug smuggling in Egypt

Egypt sentences Pakistani amid 5 to death for drug smuggling


French train passengers tell of crash ordeal


Former spokesman for U.S. President Ronald Reagan dies

Former Reagan spokesman Larry Speakes dies at 74


Obama meets Mandela family as icon remains in hospital

Obamas to meet Mandela family wont visit hospital


Weak earnings drag US stocks lower in early trade

Weak earnings drag stocks lower on Wall Street


Three feared dead after helicopter crashes into pub

Three feared dead after helicopter pub crash


Nigeria lawmaker charged over alleged bribery

Nigerian MP charged with accepting $3m bribe


Rupee down 8 paise vs dollar in early trade

Rupee up 22 paise against dollar in early trade


Israel's Peres urges return to peace talks

Israel's Peres calls for return to peace talks


Obama set to speak on Syria from White House at 1:15 p.m. EDT

Obama to deliver statement on Syria at White House at 1:15 PM


US readies possible solo action against Syria


Four arrested as Bangladesh building toll rises to 352

Owner arrested as Bangladesh building toll reaches 372


RI condemns use of chemical weapons in Syria

Questions arise over chemical weapons claims in Syria


Strong new quake hits shattered Pak region

Powerful new earthquake hits shattered Pakistan region


Indian troops kill Pakistani soldier along Kashmir line of control

Indian troops raid Pakistani military post


Pope Benedict XVI Says Goodbye to Cardinals

Pope Benedict XVI departs Vatican for last time


China’s new carrier extends military modernization drive

Chinese vice premier meets Australian Governor-General


Brazilian leader holds crisis talks on street protests


Tropical Storm Andrea zipping up the East Coast

Tropical Storm Andrea to slide up East Coast


Five dead as Indonesia train collides with fuel truck


Israel advances plan to build 900 settlement homes

Israel unveils plans for new settler homes


Austrian found hoarding 56 stolen skulls in home museum

Austrian man charged after 56 human skulls are found at his home


US House backs new sanctions before Iran inauguration


Suspected Saudi militant dies in Lebanese custody

Suspected US drone kills 6 militants in Yemen


Man sets himself on fire on the National Mall

Man sets himself on fire at Washington's National Mall


Thousands protest gay marriage in France


US Capitol Hill on lockdown after shots fired

Watch live: US Capitol on lockdown after reports of shots fired


Shanghai Free Trade Zone begins operation


12 killed, 25 injured in bomb blast in NW Pakistan

6 killed, 12 injured in blast in NW Pakista


Select images from Bangladesh building collapse

At least 200 killed in Bangladesh building collapse


Chinese court upholds death penalties for Mekong murderers

Court upholds death sentences for Mekong murderers


Gas cylinder blast on Pakistan school bus kills 17

Deadly Gas Cylinder Blast Hits Pakistan School Bus


North Korean cargo reveals missile repair trade with Cuba

N Korean ship carrying Cuba missiles seized


Israeli forces detain 5 Palestinians in West Bank

Israeli Forces Arrest Five Palestinians across West Bank


Protests sweep Brazil despite concession

Protests planned across Brazil despite concessions


Angela Merkel wins third term in German elections


South Korean Workers Start Leaving Joint Factory Zone

South Korean workers set to leave joint factory zone


Senate to vote on moving ahead on Hagel nod

Benedict comes home to new house and new Pope


15 killed and scores injured in suicide bombing at Russian train station

Suicide bomber kills 14 at Russian train station


Cambodian opposition leader Sam Rainsy returns to stir up election

Cambodia opposition head turns to parliament in poll bid


West hails Syria opposition vote to join peace talks

Syrian opposition to name delegation for talks


Obama travels to tornado-ravaged Oklahoma


No deal on fiscal cliff as Obama goes on holiday

John Boehner: from humble origin, fiscal cliff may be his undoing


Syria car bomb kills at least 12 in rebel-held town

Sinai car bomb kills at least 10 Egyptian soldiers


Kerry: $4b Palestinian Economic Plan Could Work

Kerry: No deal yet in nuclear talks with Iran


Bangladesh building collapse death toll hits 359

Indian building collapse death toll rises to 72


Dozens dead in Central African Republic fighting

98 dead in Central African Republic after clashes


Libya threatens army action against oil protesters

Bomb threat forces evacuation at Princeton


2 Turkish unions call for strike on Monday in protest over police violence

Turkey unrest: Unions call for strike over police crackdown


[Ticker] Fitch upgrades Greek credit rating


Gunmen ambush police boat in Nigeria oil region

Sudanese police block protest at human rights commission


Russians leaving Syria cross into Lebanon

Russia delivers humanitarian aid to Syrian refugees in Lebanon


Two U.S. soldiers killed in "insider" attack in Afghanistan

8 soldiers killed in bomb attack in NW Pakistan


South African icon Nelson Mandela hospitalized

South Africa's Nelson Mandela Hospitalized


Pope Francis condemns global indifference to suffering

Pope Francis commemorates dead migrants at Lampedusa


Top judge Mansour sworn in as Egypt interim president

Justice Adly Mansour sworn in as Egypt interim president


Blast kills 10 young girls in eastern Afghanistan

Blast kills nine in southern Afghanistan: officials


Kenyan police arrest key Al-Shabaab recruiter, financier

Kenya: Pair Arrested By Anti-Terror Police


Obama to announce gun control plans Wednesday


Bombs kill two people, wound dozens at Boston Marathon

Only two bombs found in Boston Marathon attack


Syria’s chemical weapons could end up at sea

US to destroy Syria chemical weapon stockpile at sea


President for early conclusion of Eco Partnership with Sri Lanka

Pakistan PM for deeper economic ties with Sri Lanka


Three storey building collapses in Ebute Meta


Bomb explodes at Greek shopping mall, two people injured

Bomb explodes at Athens shopping mall, 2 wounded


Six Australians killed in Laos plane crash


Three dead, including gunman, in Maryland mall shooting


'War crime': U.N. finds sarin used in Syria chemical weapons attack


6 killed in Mexico ‘monster truck’ crash


Merkel Vies 3rd Term in Office in Germany Elections


Ex-Virginia governor Bob McDonnell charged with corruption

Virginia's ex-Gov. Bob McDonnell, wife charged with corruption


Sprinters Tyson Gay and Asafa Powell test positive for banned substance

US sprinter Tyson Gay tests positive for banned substance


6.3-magnitude quake hits Honshu, Japan: CENC

Magnitude-6.0 quake jolts Santa Cruz Islands: CENC


Pakistan to release most senior Afghan Taliban prisoner

Pakistan to release senior Taliban commander on Saturday


American investigators waiting to question arrested Boston bomber

Police converge on street in search for Boston bomb suspect


10 dead, five injured in SW China road accident

1 dead, 39 injured in E China road accident


Bollywood cuts costs by a third as rupee collapse bites

Bollywood cuts costs as rupee crisis bites


Women to face higher car insurance premiums

Women drivers to face insurance premium rise


Tornadoes rip through Midwest, killing 6 and devastating neighborhoods

Tornadoes, damaging storms hit U.S. Midwest, killing 5


China gives US regulators access to audit records


Iran, atomic agency in first talks since Rowhani election

IAEA, Iran to hold first nuclear talks since Rohani election


China's new PM rejects US hacking claims

China Premier Li rejects 'groundless' US hacking accusations


Dzhokhar Tsarnaev pleads not guilty to Boston bombing charges

Dzhokhar Tsarnaev charged in Boston Marathon bombing


Chinese general's son gets 10 years jail for rape

Son of Chinese army singers gets 10 years' jail for gang rape


P.G. police seeking driver in crash that killed child

Police seek gunmen in New Orleans Mother's Day parade shooting


Egypt to hold presidential elections before parliamentary polls

Egypt's interim president swears in new Cabinet


Pentagon adjusts plans for more intense attacks on Syria

Pope thanks public for joining his Syria vigil


East Timor bans martial arts clubs amid killings

East Timor Bans Martial Arts Schools Amid Killings


Afghan legislators approve new election law

Afghan president approves new electon law


In Pakistan, army adamant on fighting the other Taliban

Pak army adamant on fighting the other Taleban


Egyptian army pushes to attack kidnappers

Egypt's Morsi rules out talks as hostage video appears


South Africa holds state funeral for Mandela


Witnesses hear 'loud booms' at Boston Marathon

Report of two explosions at finish line of Boston Marathon


Costa Concordia captain to be tried for manslaughter

Costa Concordia survivors detail experience one year later


Israeli Minister Slams Kerry's Boycott Warning

Israeli minister slams Kerry’s boycott warning


Angelina Jolie's aunt dies of breast cancer

Angelina Jolie and the complex truth about breast cancer


Myanmar’s Suu Kyi urges party unity amid squabbles


White House, defense contractors discuss harm of automatic spending cuts

White House, defense firms discuss automatic spending cuts


Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez dies of cancer at 58


Zambia's ex-President Rupiah Banda arrested


US Senate confirms Yellen as Fed's next chair

US Senate Confirms Janet Yellen as New Central Bank Chief


26 Palestinian prisoners released from Israeli prison

Palestinian prisoner dies of cancer, unrest in Israel jails


Asian shares rally after string of upbeat data


17 killed, 133 wounded in bomb attacks in northern Iraq

15 killed, 90 wounded in fresh attacks in Iraq


Officer injured in India anti-rape protests dies

Indian policeman injured in gang-rape protest dies


Why Cyprus bailout is nothing more than usual euro nonsense


Faction Names Bianca Ojukwu APGA National Leader

Bianca Ojukwu becomes APGA national leader


US Cannot 'Conclusively Determine' Chemical Weapons Use in Syria

U.S. Sees No Conclusive Evidence of Chemical Arms Use by Syria


Egypt shuts down Muslim Brotherhood newspaper

Egypt: Muslim Brotherhood deputy head arrested


Strong earthquake in western China kills 47 people

Strong earthquake in western China kills at least 75


Snowden thanks Russia for granting asylum


US Senate confirms Yellen as Fed's next chair


Boston bombing suspect buried in Virginia

Boston bomb suspect buried in Virginia cemetery


'Large and extremely dangerous' tornado heads towards Oklahoma City

Mom and baby among five killed as tornadoes rake Oklahoma City area


Hostage drama drags on after Alabama school bus shooting

Nevada: 2 dead, 2 hurt in middle school shooting


Palestinian president assigns academic to form West Bank gov't

Palestinian president wants Israelis to talk peace


Pakistan's Malala leaves hospital to await surgery


two found dead in swimming pool at essex hotel

Man and woman found dead in Essex hotel swimming pool


Pakistan condemns US drone strike in Shawal Area

Pakistan condemns US drone strike in Miranshah


South Africa unites in prayer and song for Nelson Mandela


Iran's Ahmadinejad may face charges over election appearance with aide


Miliband pledges to strengthen minimum wage

Portugal-China to strengthen scientific research ties


New glories for China in striving for renewal


Apple shares hit hard on iPhone disappointment

Apple stock plunges 11% after earnings disappointment


EU lifts diamond sanctions against Zimbabwe


occupied Palestinian territory: Palestinians rebuff US peace talks blueprint

occupied Palestinian territory: Palestinians Face a Route to Nowhere


Owners, others charged in Bangladesh factory fire

50 survivors found in Bangladesh factory


US-Russia reach agreement on Syria weapons


Palestinians, Jordan coordinate stances on peace talks

Hamas senior denies Gaza, PA coordinated on peace talks


Voting canceled in three provinces in tense Thai election

Cambodian opposition rejects Hun Sen election win


Suspected U.S. drone strike kills 5 in Pakistan

US drone strike kills at least ten in Pakistan


Egypt court turns down Mubarak's release request


Hollande 'threatens legal action' after affair allegations

François Hollande threatens legal action over affair claims


Iranian exiles report deaths in Iraq camp

At least 47 Iranian exiles killed at Iraq's Camp Ashraf


'Blade Runner' Pistorius to dispute murder charge

Pistorius cop on seven attempted murder charges


Israeli forces detain 2 in Hebron arrest raid

Israeli credibility on line over Iran nuclear challenge


Egyptians vote on Islamist-backed constitution

'Judge at polls directs voters on Egypt constitution vote'


Mexico swears in president amid violent protests

Former New Mexico Gov. Richardson pressing North Korean test ban


Helicopter crashes near rail station in London


Indonesian capital prays for metro to ease traffic chaos

Jakarta prays for metro to ease traffic chaos


Japanese planes flew into China's new defense zone

Japan, S Korean military planes defy China's new defence zone


Typhoon survivors raid Philippine stores

Typhoon Bopha kills 15 in S. Philippines


Car Bomb Wounds 15 in Hezbollah Stronghold in Lebanon

Car bomb rocks Hezbollah stronghold in Lebanon


RF FM urges Syrian opposition to assist in immediate release of all foreigners captured in Syria

S Korea opposition candidate closes poll gap


Five dead, 40 missing in Canada train disaster

8 dead, 11 missing in SW China landslide


US Senate confirms Janet Yellen as US Federal Reserve chief

Senate confirms Janet Yellen as next Federal Reserve Chair


Khan Said named as new Pakistani Taliban leader after Hakimullah Mehsud killed in drone strike

Pakistani Taliban chief Hakimullah Mehsud killed in drone strike


At Least 66 Killed in Bomb Blasts in Iraq


Russia Destroys Over 75% of Its Chemical Weapons Stockpile

Britain Sees Evidence Assad Could Use Chemical Weapons


Maldives team in India to observe an election

Testimony in trial of former FM Liberman begins


Death toll rises to 6 as Storm Xaver batters northern Europe

Storm death toll rises as wind, rain batters north. Europe


Pakistan releases top Afghan Taliban prisoner

Pakistan releases seven Afghan Taliban fighters


TV weatherman Fred Talbot arrested over sex claims

Weatherman Fred Talbot Held Over 'Sex Abuse'


Building collapses in India; 25 feared trapped

India building collapse kills 14; dozens trapped


Somalia's Shebab claims responsibility for Nairobi mall attack

Syrian rebels claim responsibility for killings in Lebanon


Syrian troops push into strategic rebelheld town

Syrian army pushes assault on rebel-held town


Israel agrees to release Palestinian prisoners

Israel releases 26 more Palestinian prisoners


Dozens die as clashes erupt at Morsi rally in Cairo

More than 70 dead in clashes at Morsi rallies in Egypt


Thai opposition protesters begin Bangkok shutdown

Thai protesters launch Bangkok 'shutdown'


Spanish train crash driver to be questioned

Spanish train driver Garzon to be questioned by judge


France Hails Breakthrough after U.S.-Russia Deal on Syria Weapons


ISAF soldier killed in Afghan 'insider attack'

British soldier shot dead in Afghan ‘insider attack’


About 60 Crushed to Death in Ivory Coast Stampede


Glasgow Helicopter Crash: At Least Six Dead


Taliban denies involvement in Boston marathon bombing


India issues red alert for cyclone Phailin


Discipline against student gunman thought to have sparked Colorado shooting

Discipline against student thought to be key to motive


Many killed in Japan road tunnel collapse


No plan to shut petrol pumps at night Moily

India govt rejects proposal to shut petrol pumps at night


Clinton to testify this month on Benghazi attack

Clinton returns to work, plans to testify on Benghazi attack


Tens of Thousands of Ukrainians Protest in Kyiv

Tens of thousands line up to cast votes in Bhutan


Karzai to visit Pakistan for Taliban peace talks

Afghan president extends visit to Pakistan for Taliban talks


Thieves snatch English Channel swimmer's custom-made wheelchair

Thieves steal Channel swimmer's wheelchair


Three Killed In Crash At Tiananmen Square


Singapore shares open higher on Thursday


Obama to press Congress to act on economy


Two Earthquakes Hit Northwest China, 11 Dead


'Whitey' Bulger given two consecutive life terms

Whitey Bulger gets life for racketeering, killings


Official says Kenyan forces caused mall collapse


Pak missions in UAE gear up for elections

Islamist parties in Egypt unite for elections


Bangladesh building disaster death toll passes 500

Bangladesh building collapse: death toll climbs to 580


Algeria hostage crisis ends; death toll unclear

Algeria hostage crisis ends in bloodbath


Egypt ministry again urges end to pro-Morsi protests

Egypt: Child killed in Cairo clashes after pro-Morsi protest


South Africa's Mandela taken to hospital

South Africa: Mandela remains in hospital


China yuan strengthens to 6.2689 against USD

China yuan strengthens to new high against USD


Police question man in deadly LA boardwalk crash

Police arrest suspect in deadly LA driving attack


Turkish riot police tear gas Taksim Square protest


Chicago Shooting Shows Gap in Stepped-up Policing

Chicago shooting shows gap in stepped-up policing


Feds move to require car-to-car safety communication

Guatemala overturns former dictator's genocide conviction


Prince Charles 'compares Putin to Hitler'

Prince Charles 'compares Vladimir Putin to Adolf Hitler'


Iran warns against military intervention in Iraq

Explosion near Damascus military airport


Israel PM accuses Iran president of hypocrisy


Police clash with youth in Cairo after anti-Morsi protest

Egypt: Police clash with pro-Morsi protesters


Top Diplomats Meet in Munich at Critical Time

Top Diplomats Discuss Iran's Nuclear Program


Snowden 'given refugee document by Ecuador'


NA President‚Äôs message on the World Press Freedom Day


EU foreign ministers to discuss Syria arms embargo

EU foreign ministers seek solution on Syria arms


Death toll from Philippine earthquake rises to 185

Death toll from Philippines quake rises to 144


Army jets kill 38 militants in NW Pakistan air raids

U.S. drone kills 4 militants in Pakistan


Egyptian police fire tear gas at protesters in Cairo

Police fire tear gas at protesters in Cairo


Philippines holds second senator over corruption

Philippines recovering after powerful typhoon


German envoy optimistic about Iran-G5+1 talks

Iran 'cautiously optimistic' about future nuclear talks


Renowned Spanish flamenco guitarist Paco De Lucia dies

Spanish flamenco guitarist Paco de Lucia dies at 66


Chinese icebreaker changes course towards suspicious objects

Chinese search plane finds 'suspicious objects'


Snowden Hits Hurdles in Search for Asylum

Snowden's hits hurdles in search for asylum


Death toll in building collapse in south India mounts to 47

4 killed in building collapse in southern India


Pakistan imposes temporary ban on 2 TV channels

Pakistan Dismisses Case against FBI Agent


Palestinian prisoners arrive at Muqata in Ramallah

Pakistani prisoner assaulted in Jammu jail


10 dead, five injured in SW China road accident


Thai junta amasses security force to smother Bangkok protests

Thai junta security forces stay in barracks as protests dwindle


Aso refuses to resign over Nazi comments

Spanish PM refuses to resign over corruption scandal


Explosions kill 29 outside two mosques in Lebanon's Tripoli

2 explosions rock city in northern Lebanon


Pakistan fighter jets bomb 'Taliban hideouts'

Pakistan wants arms supply to Syrian sides stopped


Gunmen Kill Eight In Second Kenya Attack


U.S. resumes search for missing British sailors after public

US Coast Guard suspends search for missing British sailors


Iraqi Car Bomb Near Church Kills At Least 14


Egypt forces set to block access to Morsi protest camps

Egyptian forces move to clear pro-Morsi protest camps


Japan's opposition party chief criticizes Abe's economic policies

Zimbabwe‚Äôs opposition MDC party challenges Robert Mugabe‚Äôs election win


3 Suspects Taken Into Custody in Boston Bombing Case

Boston police say 3 taken into custody in Marathon bombing


Ukraine's opposition chief wants more protests


South Africa's rugby fraternity mourns Mandela


Tech sell-off sends Asian stock markets lower


Latest Anti-Muslim Violence in Burma Kills 1, Injures 10

World Briefing | Asia: Myanmar: Deadly Anti-Muslim Violence Flares Up


Suspected U.S. drone strike kills 5 in Pakistan


The Note's Must-Reads for Friday May 24, 2013

The Note's Must-Reads for Tuesday October 29, 2013


22 killed in mine accident in southwestern China

2 killed, dozens injured by blast in southwest Pakistan


Turkish search ends as last missing miners found

Turkish Search Ends as Last Missing Miners Found


Iran predicts failure of Israeli-Palestinian peace talks

Tentative Deal Reached to Resume Israeli-Palestinian Talks - US


Baftas 2013: Olivia Colman picks up two awards


Ankeet Chavan granted conditional bail for marriage

Ankeet Chavan granted bail to get married


JAL's first order from Airbus is blow to Boeing

Japan Airlines orders 31 Airbus A350s valued at $9.5 bn