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The foundations of South Africa are built on Nelson Mandela's memory Australian politicians lament over Nelson Mandela's death Turkish riot police tear gas Taksim Square protest Turkish riot police enter Taksim Square 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 Carter stars for Crusaders Bonus-point Super Rugby win for Crusaders Ukraine protest leaders name ministers, Russian troops on alert Ukraine Refuses to Act Against Russian 'Provocation' North Korea shuns offer of talks North Korea shoots 2 rockets 04:47 Renzi sworn in as Italian premier Italy's Renzi sworn in as prime minister Prince Charles 'compares Putin to Hitler' Prince Charles 'compares Vladimir Putin to Adolf Hitler' NATO chief urges restraint in Egypt Iran decries extensive massacre in Egypt Malala, Snowden, Belarusians Short-Listed For Sakharov Prize Fugitive Snowden short-listed for European rights prize 40 still missing in Canadian train wreck Hunt still on for 40 missing in Canada train blaze Iran warns against military intervention in Iraq Explosion near Damascus military airport Israeli army resumes Gaza offensive Israel escalates Gaza offensive, casualties mount Nigeria: Militants kill students in college attack Nigeria Islamists kill 9 students in school attack Israel PM accuses Iran president of hypocrisy Greek PM accuses coalition of hypocrisy 2nd New Zealand-West Indies ODI abandoned New Zealand, West Indies ODI rained out One dead in Philadelphia building collapse, others pulled from rubble Six confirmed dead after Philadelphia building collapse EU offers to help destroy Syria weapons Germany offers help in destroying Syria weapons 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 Algerian President Bouteflika in Paris hospital Algeria's President Bouteflika in hospital US pursues al-Qaida leaders in dual Libya, Somalia raids AP Source: US Forces Take Al-Qaida Leader in Libya Why ElBaradei should step aside ElBaradei not confirmed as Egypt PM Ronaldo's hat trick sends Portugal to World Cup Ronaldo hat-trick fires Portugal to World Cup Snowden 'given refugee document by Ecuador' Snowden poised to fly out of Moscow NA President‚Äôs message on the World Press Freedom Day Pakistan marks World Press Freedom Day US drone strike kills 11 in Pakistan US drone kills 18 in NW Pakistan Israel moves forces near border with Gaza Israel bolsters forces along volatile Gaza border EU foreign ministers to discuss Syria arms embargo EU foreign ministers seek solution on Syria arms Strong Taiwan quake kills two, injures 21 Strong Iran quake kills child, causes damage Israel frees Palestinians as talks gesture Abbas accepts resignation of Palestinian peace negotiator Shtayyeh Death toll from Philippine earthquake rises to 185 Death toll from Philippines quake rises to 144 Stocks to watch at close on Monday Stocks to watch on Monday Army jets kill 38 militants in NW Pakistan air raids U.S. drone kills 4 militants in Pakistan New Italy government to be sworn in Italian premier to be sworn in today Ukraine 'on verge of civil war' Is Ukraine really on brink of civil war? Israel agrees to 24-hour Gaza truce Israel agrees to extend Gaza truce by four hours Egypt turmoil deepens; militants kill 25 policemen Egypt's turmoil deepens as Sinai attack kills 25 policemen Egyptian police fire tear gas at protesters in Cairo Police fire tear gas at protesters in Cairo ElBaradei to Become Egyptian PM Liberal ElBaradei named Egypt PM, Islamists cry foul EDL leaders arrested during march to Woolwich EDL leaders arrested on way to Woolwich Andhra Pradesh high court asks Telugu actors Mohan Babu, Brahmanandam to return Padma Shri HC advises actors Mohan Babu, Brahmanandam to return Padma Shri Man Who Set Himself on Fire on National Mall Has Died Man who set himself on fire on National Mall in DC dies Philippines holds second senator over corruption Philippines recovering after powerful typhoon 'Fast & Furious' star Paul Walker dies in car crash at 40 Hollywood star Paul Walker dies in car crash Flooding in southern China kills 37 Blast in northern Syria kills 6 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 Syrian opposition awaits invitation to Geneva peace talks Syrian opposition sets Assad's departure precondition for Geneva talks Chinese icebreaker changes course towards suspicious objects Chinese search plane finds 'suspicious objects' Pakistan releases American identified as FBI agent Pakistan frees FBI agent on bail Snowden Hits Hurdles in Search for Asylum Snowden's hits hurdles in search for asylum Trending news across China on Oct 20 Trending news across China, Sept 15 Today in History, Jan. 24 Today in History, April 4 Boston Marathon bombing suspect caught after manhunt Surviving Boston Marathon bombing suspect awaits charges Death toll in building collapse in south India mounts to 474 killed in building collapse in southern India Pakistan imposes temporary ban on 2 TV channels Pakistan Dismisses Case against FBI Agent Chris Froome Set For Tour De France Win Chris Froome's 'Monumental' Tour De France Win Palestinian prisoners arrive at Muqata in Ramallah Pakistani prisoner assaulted in Jammu jail 10 dead, five injured in SW China road accident 5 hurt in Gaza City car accident Signals detected in MH370 search in 'same broad area' Signal detected in MH370 search ‚Äėconsistent‚Äô with black box Ceremonial funeral for Margaret Thatcher UK bids farewell to 'Iron Lady' Margaret Thatcher Angelina Jolie "very grateful" for support after double mastectomy Angelina Jolie undergoes double mastectomy Matt Smith quits BBC‚Äôs Doctor Who Matt Smith quits BBC's Doctor Who Thai junta amasses security force to smother Bangkok protests Thai junta security forces stay in barracks as protests dwindle Rowhani declared winner of Iran presidential election Official announcement: Rowhani wins Iran presidential election, says Minister Aso refuses to resign over Nazi comments Spanish PM refuses to resign over corruption scandal PPP's Shehla Raza elected Deputy Speaker of SA Shehla Raza takes oath as Sindh Assembly deputy speaker Explosions kill 29 outside two mosques in Lebanon's Tripoli2 explosions rock city in northern Lebanon US drone strike kills six in Pakistan officials US drone strike kills 11 in Pakistan Pakistan fighter jets bomb 'Taliban hideouts' Pakistan wants arms supply to Syrian sides stopped British tourist killed in Malaysia diving accident Lawyer killed in boating accident Sisi sworn in as Egypt's president, cool reception from West Egypt‚Äôs Sisi sworn in as president Taiwan's economy grows 2.27% in April-June quarter China's economic growth rebounds to 7.8% in latest quarter Bananas thrown at Italy's first black minister Bananas thrown at Italy's first black minister Cecile Kyenge Gunmen Kill Eight In Second Kenya Attack Gunmen 'Kill 15' In Second Kenya Attack US writer Homes blocks Mantel‚Äôs treble win Homes denies Mantel literary treble Pro football player Aaron Hernandez charged with murder in friend's shooting death American football player Aaron Hernandez charged with murder Four arrested as Bangladesh building toll rises to 352 Owner arrested as Bangladesh building toll reaches 372 U.S. resumes search for missing British sailors after public US Coast Guard suspends search for missing British sailors Rescuers scour debris after India buildings collapse Select images from Bangladesh building collapse Iraqi Bomb Attacks Kill At Least 13 Iraqi Car Bomb Near Church Kills At Least 14 The Note's Must-Reads for Monday, November 25, 2013 The Note's Must-Reads for Tuesday September 10, 2013 Tamerlan Tsarnaev buried in Virginia Boston bomb suspect buried in Virginia cemetery Egypt forces set to block access to Morsi protest camps Egyptian forces move to clear pro-Morsi protest camps Eurozone unemployment at record 12 percent Eurozone unemployment hits record 12.1% in March Nobel author Doris Lessing dies at 94 Nobel laureate Doris Lessing dies at 94 Japan's opposition party chief criticizes Abe's economic policies Zimbabwe‚Äôs opposition MDC party challenges Robert Mugabe‚Äôs election win Noise is No. 1 quality of life complaint in NYC Noise Is No. 1 Quality-of-Life Complaint in NYC 3 Suspects Taken Into Custody in Boston Bombing Case Boston police say 3 taken into custody in Marathon bombing Malaysia Airlines plane 'shot down' in Ukraine Malaysian plane shot down over Ukraine UN chief: 'Fragile but real hope' at Syria peace talks Israeli leader to keep hard-line in peace talks Turkish court orders lifting of Twitter ban Turkish Court Orders Halt to Twitter Ban Ukraine's opposition chief wants more protests Ukraine protesters topple Lenin statue Queen pays tribute to Nelson Mandela South Africa's rugby fraternity mourns Mandela Defence in South Korea ferry trial warns of scapegoating Defence in ferry trial warns of scapegoating Declines in US stock market moderate Tech sell-off sends Asian stock markets lower 11:42 Churchill's last child dies aged 91 Churchill's youngest child Lady Soames dies aged 91 Israeli calls to execute Palestinian captives instead of releasing them Israel allows Palestinian prisoner release Afghanistan gears up for run-off presidential vote Afghanistan prepares for second round of presidential elections 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 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 Swiss TV: Police say 44 injured in train collision 4 dead, 30 injured in train collision near Moscow 22 killed in mine accident in southwestern China 2 killed, dozens injured by blast in southwest Pakistan NYPD Twitter Outreach Backfires Badly NYPD's twitter campaign backfires 19 hurt in New Orleans shooting Police: 19 hurt in NOLA Mother's Day shooting Another migrant ship capsizes off Italy Another migrant boat capsizes off Italy, 27 dead Wawrinka defeats injured Nadal to win Australian Open Nadal's Injury Jinx Continues in Australian Open Pranab to lead team at Mandela‚Äôs memorial service Jonathan to attend Mandela‚Äôs memorial service Turkish search ends as last missing miners found Turkish Search Ends as Last Missing Miners Found Margaret Thatcher will receive Ceremonial funeral Margaret Thatcher helped prevent 'devastating race war' in South Africa, former president says UN invites Iran to Syria peace talks France and US shun Iran on Syria peace talks Iran predicts failure of Israeli-Palestinian peace talks Tentative Deal Reached to Resume Israeli-Palestinian Talks - US Pakistan survivor of honour killing attempt fears for her life Pakistani teen girl survives attempted 'honour killing' Olivia Colman wins second BAFTA Award Baftas 2013: Olivia Colman picks up two awards Titanic Violin Nabs Record $1.4 Million Titanic violin sells for $1.7 million Latest storm brings more snow to US East Coast Latest Storm to Bring More Snow to East Coast Ankeet Chavan granted conditional bail for marriage Ankeet Chavan granted bail to get married Hosni Mubarak retrial adjourned until 8 June Mubarak retrial adjourned to June JAL's first order from Airbus is blow to Boeing Japan Airlines orders 31 Airbus A350s valued at $9.5 bn Twin blasts rock Boston Marathon Two dead in twin explosions at Boston Marathon EU, Britain argue over Juncker appointment EU leaders give thumbs up to Juncker, Britain isolated Sienna Miller testifies at UK phone hacking trial Sienna Miller attacks press for ‚Äėtitillating‚Äô reports at hacking trial Israelis attack 2 Palestinians in Jerusalem area Settlers Beat up Palestinian in Jerusalem India Ink: Image of the Day: February 25 India Ink: Image of the Day: January 27 Bangladesh braces for violent protests after hanging of opposition leader Bangladesh executes opposition leader Daughter and son-in-law of elderly couple found buried in their back garden are charged with murder Daughter and son-in-law accused of murdering elderly couple found buried in back garden after vanishing 15 years ago are remanded in custody EU extends sanctions against Russia Nigeria drops arms trafficking charges against Russian sailors Cuba sees "major role" for foreign investment House set to vote on plan to reopen government ‚ÄėGlee‚Äô star Cory Monteith found dead in hotel room Cory Monteith found dead: Canadian ‚ÄėGlee‚Äô star was 31 Al-Qaida suspects bomb oil export pipeline in Yemen Al-Qaida gunmen take over military base in Yemen Comedy actor Felix Dextor dies aged 52 British comedian Felix Dexter dies of cancer Lebanon's PM forms 'unity cabinet' Lebanon's prime minister has formed a cabinet more than 10 months after taking office, taking in a wide range of political groups after bridging serious divisions am BEIRUT: Lebanon's prime minister formed a cabinet more than 10 months after taking office yesterday, including a wide range of political groups after bridging serious divisions among them mostly over Iran has 18,000 centrifuges, 10,000 operating Iran has 18,000 centrifuges, 10,000 already active Iranian president makes debut on world stage Iran presidential candidate says western sanctions should be broken London Marathon runners honour Boston victims London Marathon observes silence for Boston victims 2 killed, multiple wounded in Miami shooting Three killed, five wounded in Myrtle Beach shootings Scores Killed In Egyptian Protests Turkey's PM Warns Against Protests US, China Set the Stage for Obama-Xi Summit US, China set the stage for Obama- Xi meet State Dept. issues wide travel alert, says terror attack possible US issues global travel alert, cites al-Qaida threat Cameron 'has no concerns' over halal meat Veterans health probe confirms cover-up of care delays Iran gets first presidential TV debate Iranian media praises heated presidential debate Muslim Brotherhood formed 'military wing': Egypt Egypt declares Muslim Brotherhood a "terrorist group" Michelle Obama To Star In Parks And Recreation Michelle Obama to appear on 'Parks and Recreation' Israel to release Palestinian prisoners Israel Releases 26 Palestinian Prisoners Kenyan troops storm Westgate Mall to end siege Kenya forces battle to end mall siege EU condemns terrorist attacks in China Pakistan condemns terrorist attack in China US says DPRK has no nuclear missile capability White House says DPRK has no nuclear missile capability Singapore stocks end up 0.11 pct Singapore stocks end down 0.45% World's oldest man dies at 116 World's oldest ever man dies aged 116 GM slow on recalls, Congress record shows mobile world congress future smartphone 10 killed in Sri Lankan bus accident Seven killed in Karachi twin blasts Joint Statement by the United States and Ukraine Statement by the President on Ukraine Death toll in Lebanon bombings rises to 47 1 suspect arrested after Lebanon car bombings kill 45 Greek far-right leader imprisoned pending trial Greek Far-Right Leader Imprisoned Pending Trial Bangladesh factory owners arrested as death toll nears 350 Bangladesh factory owners arrested 3 bombs explode in southern Thailand, injuring 27 3 bombs explode in southern Thailand; 27 hurt Israel eases ban on building material imports to Gaza Israel eases curbs on building materials for Gaza Ariel Castro Pleads Not Guilty Ariel Castro pleads not guilty to rape and kidnap Afghans downplay Taliban threats, continue voting to elect president Afghans line up to vote in presidential runoff 4 Egyptian soldiers killed in Sinai ambush 3 Egyptian soldiers killed in Sinai car bombing BlackBerry open to sale BlackBerry loses $965M in 2nd quarter Beijing's Aircraft Carrier Returns from South China Sea China sends carrier to South China Sea Egypt courts hear cases against Mubarak, Islamists Egypt court temporarily releases Mubarak over illicit gains Bartoli wins Wimbledon title, beats Lisicki in 2 Bartoli routs Lisicki to win Wimbledon tennis title Moscow's Crimea success could lead to it redrawing Ukraine's eastern border Merkel: Russian actions could lead to a catastrophe Nelson Mandela dies aged 95 Nelson Mandela Dies at Age 95 One dead, 77 hurt in riot at PNG immigration centre One dead, 77 hurt in riot at Papua New Guinea immigration centre Belgian King Albert II to step down in favor of son Belgium King Albert II 'to abdicate' Nazi Gestapo chief 'buried in Jewish cemetery' Nazi chief buried in Jewish cemetary Roadside Bomb Kills 7 Afghan Soldiers Roadside bomb 'kills eight Afghan soldiers' Twelve killed in bomb blast on Pakistani train 11 killed as bus falls into ravine in northern Pakistan Egypt's military cracks down on Muslim Brotherhood Egypt army moves against Brotherhood Swiss vote on highest minimum wage Swiss cast ballots on world's highest minimum wage Kevin Rudd sworn in as Australian prime minister Rudd sworn in as Australia's new Prime Minister Donetsk Region Protesters Detain Trucks Carrying Government Rocket Ammo Come and get me, says Thai protest leader as anti-government riots grow Couples tie the knot as same-sex marriage becomes law Cameron hails first same-sex marriages in Britain Star pupil stabbed to death by gang British tourist trampled to death by elephant Israel finds bodies of three missing teens in West Bank Israeli forces detain 5 Palestinians in West Bank National Conference on Economy set for end of May 2014 National elections set for 7 May 2014 Easy Rider star Karen Black dies aged 74 Easy Rider Actress Karen Black Dies Of Cancer What the Papers Say, June 25, 2013 What the Papers Say, July 19, 2013 Coronation Street's Bill Roache Arrested Coronation Street stars hail 'amazing' new set Tokyo to host 2020 Olympic Games Tokyo wins race to host 2020 Olympic Games Russia warns Ukraine against EU deal Rebels down Ukraine helicopters Oscar Pistorius 'accidentally fired bullet in crowded restaurant - then asked friend to take blame' Oscar Pistorius 'asked friend to take blame for restaurant shooting' ‚Äď video Mandela 'responding to treatment' Wife: Mandela is responding to treatment. Two arrested in India after lost tourist raped Two arrested in India for gang rape of Danish tourist Singapore stocks end up 0.37 pct Singapore stocks close 0.25 pct lower Red Sox beat Tigers to reach World Series Red Sox beat Tigers 5-2 to advance to World Series Israeli war jet strikes on northern Gaza Israeli air strike on sourthern Gaza town kills seven At Least 22 Dead After China Earthquake At least 89 dead in China earthquakes Gunmen kill nine foreign tourists, guide in Pakistan Gunmen kill nine tourists in Pakistan French president meets bidders for industrial jewel Alstom French-Made Warship Destined for Russia Sets Sail China yuan weakens to 6.1559 against USD China yuan strengthens to 6.1767 against USD Six US soldiers killed in aircraft crash in Afghanistan Six U.S. soldiers killed in helicopter crash in Afghanistan Suicide truck bomber kills 11 in northern Iraq Suicide car bomb kills 12 in northern Iraq News is my Business A New iPad Is Coming Hernandez double gives Mexico victory Hernandez double gives Mexico victory over Japan Rights lawyers harassed as China hails rule of law China Rights Lawyers Harassed by About 200 Thugs Activists: Syrian airstrike kills 21 in Aleppo New Syrian Airstrikes Kill at Least 15 in Aleppo Rosberg emulates father with Monaco win FORMULA 1: Rosberg stays modest despite Monaco win Glasgow helicopter death toll rises to nine Earthquake death toll rises to 260 Another hole in GPO as PM's bureau chief steps down Netanyahu's bureau chief steps down Huge explosion after oil train derails in Canada Huge explosion as freight train derails near Baltimore David Beckham to retire at end of season David Beckham Retires From Football Afghanistan: suicide bomber kills eight in military bus blast Roadside bomb 'kills eight Afghan soldiers' China sacks top economic official China FM hosts senior ASEAN officials Deaths in bombings and shootings across Iraq Bombings and a shooting kill 8 in Iraq N. Korea's Kim hails execution of powerful uncle North Korea's Kim seen behind sacking of powerful uncle George Zimmerman not guilty of boy‚Äôs murder Live Blog: George Zimmerman Not Guilty EU, Myanmar work toward investment protection agreement China no longer top investment destination: poll Tehelka editor embroiled in sex assault scam Tehelka editor steps down after allegations of sexual misconduct Iron Lady Margaret Thatcher dies at 87 Former British PM Margaret Thatcher dies at 87 Four Morsi supporters killed in Egypt clashes Thousands of Morsi supporters gather in Egypt U.N. condemns ethnic killings in South Sudan oil town UN Condemns Ethnic Killings in South Sudan Israel colonel killed in Jordan Valley Israeli killed in West Bank attack Feds drop 'morning-after pill' appeal US to allow morning-after pill for girls of any age Police fire tear gas at protesters in Bangkok Police fire tear gas at protesters Shooting, protests mar Thai voting Thai protesters disrupt advance voting China stock index futures close lower -- April 23 China stock index futures close higher -- Dec. 4 North Korea urges foreigners in South to evacuate North Korea warns foreigners in South Korea to evacuate Canada approves oil pipeline to the Pacific Coast Canadian government approves controversial oil pipeline to Pacific Hollande stands firm to fight terrorism after Niger explosions Hollande says schoolgirl may return to France after expulsion Seven Filipinos slain in Yemen attack Syrian soldiers killed in bomb attack Storm buries Northeast; 16 inches of snow in NJ Forum urges stable relations for China, Japan Israel ends airstrike case; Palestinians critical Israeli gunboats fire at Palestinian fishermen Diana Nyad completes record swim on fifth try 'Never, ever give up': Diana Nyad completes historic Cuba-to-Florida swim Bernie's Sports Focus July 1 2013 Bernie's Sports Focus 2nd January 2014 Protesters topple Lenin statue in Kiev Ukraine protesters topple Lenin statue in Kiev Deadly explosions hit Boston Marathon in US Two bombs strike Boston marathon South Sudan president declares state of emergency in two states South Sudan (Republic of): South Sudan‚Äôs Kiir declares a state of emergency in Jonglei and Unity states Putin, Merkel Meet on Ukraine Crisis Foreign ministers to meet over Ukraine crisis Brooks pleads not guilty to hacking charges Dave Lee Travis pleads not guilty to all charges Oil falls below $102 on US shutdown notice Oil prices extend falls amid US shutdown 41 killed, 22 wounded in violent attacks in Iraq 35 killed, 138 wounded in wave of attacks in Iraq Respected British interviewer David Frost dies of a heart attack Broadcaster David Frost dies Iran 'thwarts nuclear sabotage attempts' Iran says detects sabotage at nuclear facility Stocks Little Changed in Early Trading US Stocks Slip Early Ahead of Earnings Reports Court to hear Bo Xilai appeal Chinese court agrees to Bo Xilai appeal Jamaican connection in Liverpool's win Japan Election: Shinzo Abe Hails Landslide Win Turkish police fire tear gas on protesters Turkey: Police Fire Tear Gas At Protesters China yuan strengthens to 6.1184 against USD Tuesday China Yuan Strengthens to 6.168 against USD Monday Three dead after NYC building collapse Thirteen dead after Nari slams into Philippines Netanyahu talks tough on Iran before Vatican talks Netanyahu Meets Pope, Talks Tough on Iran Man charged with teacher's murder new A 22-year-old man will be charged with the murder of a nursery teacher who was gunned down while celebrating her birthday. Sabrina Moss: Man, 22, charged with murdering nursery teacher gunned down while celebrating birthday International weapons experts leave Syria, Obama to make statement Weapons experts leave Syria, U.S. prepares attack Protesters gather in Brazil despite concessions Protests continue in Ukraine despite concessions Construction site collapse kills 7 in C. China Crane collapse kills 4 in NE China FTSE Bursa Malaysia update: 3.00pm FTSE Bursa Malaysia update: 9 a.m. France to shut far-right group ... France to shut far-right group after student death Tornado kills five in Oklahoma New Tornado Emergency in Oklahoma City Queen visits London soldier attack scene Queen Elizabeth II visits barracks of UK soldier slain last week 19 hurt in New Orleans shooting 17 Hurt at New Orleans Parade Shooting India and China troops retreat to de facto border in face-off deal India says China agrees retreat to de facto border in faceoff deal Relief in Boston as second suspect captured Police confirm how suspect was captured Syrian army retakes Crusader castle from rebels Syrian army retakes historic Crusader castle Chinese court agrees to hear Bo Xilai appeal Court to hear Bo Xilai appeal N. Korea test-fires 30 short-range missiles into sea: Yonhap Iran says it test- fires new land-to-sea missile in Gulf Saudi to give Lebanese army $3 billion Saudi Arabia to grant Lebanese army $3 billion Ovadia Yosef, rabbi and Israeli kingmaker, dies Rabbi Ovadia Yosef, kingmaker of Israeli politics, dies at 93 US Home Sales Plunged 5.1 Percent in January US existing-home sales dip in February Red Cross workers released in Ukraine Red Cross members kidnapped in Syria Mandela's condition is now critical Mandela's condition 'still critical' Syria envoy says no peace talks without opposition Syria: Cameron and Obama move west closer to intervention Queen to name biggest ever carrier Queen names giant aircraft carrier Bangla militants escape from prison van in bomb ambush Bangladesh prison van ambushed Wreckage of Air Algerie plane carrying 116 people found in Mali Wreckage from AirAlgerie flight AH5017 found in Mali Hamas agrees to 24-hour truce in Gaza Hamas agrees to 24-hour holiday truce in Gaza war after Israel resumes fighting UN stalemate over Syria G20 Summit ends divided over Syria Influential Palestinians Seek One Democratic State Arab League Backs Palestinian Stance in Peace Talks Dozens killed in Russian plane crash Ten killed in Alaska plane crash Southwest jet hit nose first Southwest Jet's Nose Gear Landed First U.S. retailers agree to Bangladesh plant safety pact 70 retailers agree to new Bangladesh factory safety pact US government shutdown begins - live updates Government Shutdown Begins Over Health Care Feud Woman loses arm in Maui shark attack Woman Loses Arm in Shark Attack off Maui occupied Palestinian territory: Stop Shooting at Gaza Civilians occupied Palestinian territory: Protection of Civilians Weekly Report French President Hollande condemns Ukraine referendums as 'null and void' Hollande condemns Ukraine referendums as 'null and void' Obama names outspoken Rice as his security adviser Obama to name Susan Rice as national security adviser Indian stocks close lower Indian stocks open lower Former Israeli Prime Minister Sharon dies at 85 Former Israeli prime minister Ariel Sharon dies, aged 85 India Ink: Image of the Day: February 25 India Ink: Image of the Day: April 21 Suicide bomber kills 14 in Afghanistan Suicide blast kills 1 in Afghan capital China launches probe and rover to moon China launches first moon rover mission All eyes on Khurshid‚Äôs trip ... EU finance ministers‚Äô talks b... Australia cuts rates to record low Australia cuts interest rate to record low 2.75% Chinese News Agency Slams Delays in Search for Jet Ten Chinese vessels on standby for jet search Injury puts Brazil's Neymar out of World Cup Neymar out of World Cup Classic crossword - Saturday 1st June Classic crossword - Saturday 20th April N Korea test-fires 30 short-range missiles N. Korea fires short-range missiles Syrian opposition sets Assad's departure precondition for Geneva talks Syria opposition agrees to Geneva peace talks 15 dead as Egypt police disperse pro-Mursi camps '15 killed' as Egyptian forces clear pro-Morsi camps in Cairo Palestinian diplomat dies in Prague blast Palestinian diplomat killed in explosion in Prague Protesters clash with police in Caracas Protesters Clash with Police in Brazil U.S. closes embassy in Libya, evacuates staffers US Evacuates Embassy in Libya Amid Unrest Novice 'steered South Korea ferry' South Korea ferry captain arrested N Korea postpones family reunions with South North Korea Postpones Family Reunions with South Chinese president meets Indian vice president Chinese president meets U.S. state secretary Taiwan stocks close 0.56 pct higher Singapore stocks close 0.5 pct higher Twelve killed in bomb blast on Pakistani train Gunmen kill nine in southwest Pakistan: Police Teenage girl killed in east London Shereka Marsh was shot in the neck, police say Hackney shooting: Teenager Shereka Marsh 'bled to death after being shot in neck' Death toll in Nairobi attack rises to 59 Death toll from Egypt violence rises to 638 Singapore stocks close 0.5 pct higher Taiwan stocks close 0.34 pct lower Russia responds to Ukraine ceasefire Fighting continues despite Ukraine ceasefire Tropical Storm Fernand forms off Mexico's coast Tropical Storm Fernand hits Mexico, dumps rain China's Peace Ark departs for the Philippines Thursday China sends aid team to Philippines Turkish police fight protesters, clear square Turkish police clash with protesters for 2nd day France cleared to impose controversial 'millionaire tax' Manila to increase counter-terror team Iran dissidents 'killed in Iraq' France loses influence in Europe James Gandolfini dies aged 51 Nelson Mandela dies aged 95 China questions Japan's revision of pacifist constitution Australia supports revision of Japanese constitution Nearly nine million people in 'severe debt' Britain's debt timebomb: Nine million are in 'serious debt' Egypt arrests Muslim Brotherhood leader Badie Egypt braces for more violence as Muslim Brotherhood calls 'march of anger' Updated - Two explosions near finish line of Boston Marathon Report of two explosions at finish line of Boston Marathon Twelve killed in bomb blast on Pakistani train Five killed by bomb blast in East India Actor Mickey Rooney dies aged 93 Ariel Sharon dies aged 85 The new Cold War A new Cold War? Eleven die in clashes in Lebanon's Tripoli Soldier and civilian killed in clashes in Lebanon's Tripoli Brazil in talks to hire 6,000 Cuban doctors Brazil hires 4,000 Cuban doctors Kenyan forces caused mall collapse Official says Kenyan forces caused mall collapse Powerful quake strikes off eastern Indonesia 6.6-mag quake strikes off eastern Indonesia Driver of crashed Spanish train held on suspicion of negligent homicide Spanish train driver held on suspicion of negligent homicide Is Fed ready to begin taper? Markets say yes Is Fed ready to begin the great taper? Markets say yes N.Korea cancels family reunions North Korea Postpones Family Reunions with South Scientists grow "mini human brains" from stem cells Scientists grow mini 'human brain' in the lab Virginia's ex-Gov. Bob McDonnell, wife charged with corruption France ex- president Sarkozy charged with corruption Cuba's 'Ladies' to pick up EU prize 8 years late Cuba's 'Ladies' to Pick Up EU Prize 8 Years Later Boeing 787 Dreamliner fire shuts Heathrow Boeing 787 Dreamliner catches fire at London Heathrow airport Fourteen killed in Brazil bus accident Two killed in Arizona skydiving accident Afghan official says some 2,000 people missing after landslide buries a northeast village Afghan Official Says 2,000 Missing After Landslide Snowden Offered Asylum In Three Countries Snowden's latest offer of asylum comes from Bolivia Israel cabinet approves Palestinian prisoner release Israel approves release of 104 Palestinian prisoners US: Assad used chemical weapons on Syria rebels Assad agrees to hand over chemical weapons Death Toll in Bangladesh Collapse at 194 At least 200 killed in Bangladesh building collapse Assault on Iraq Funeral, Other Attacks Kill 92 Assault on Iraq funeral, other attacks kill 96 Syrian warplanes reportedly strike in Iraq, killing 57 Syria and Iran Step Up Involvement in Iraq Conflict Nine Dead In Oklahoma City After Tornadoes Hit Oklahoma City Airport Evacuated During Tornado... Israeli teens missing in West Bank Israel finds bodies of three missing teens in West Bank President mourns death of Mandela World mourns passing of Mandela Israel agrees to release Palestinian prisoners Israel to free 104 Palestinians in peace talks: PM Palestinian diplomat dies in Prague blast Palestinian envoy killed in Prague blast Rogers hires Vodafone UK chief Guy Laurence as CEO Rogers names Vodafone UK chief as new CEO EU adds Hezbollah's military wing on its terrorist list EU put Hezbollah military wing on terrorism blacklist Death toll in Lebanon bombings rises to 47 Death toll in Turkish bombings rises to 46 Two blasts near Iranian embassy in Beirut, 7 killed Blast near Iran embassy in Beirut Israel expands subsidies to settlements Israel widens settlement subsidies Suicide bomber kills nine police in north Iraq Suicide bomber kills eight Kurdish security forces personnel in Iraq North, South Korea agree to first reunions North, South Korea agree to talks Singapore shares open 0.31% higher on Monday Singapore shares open lower on Monday SA duo killed in terror attack Scores killed in Iraq attacks Suicide bomber kills 23 Iraqi army recruits Suicide bomber kills 13 Iraqi army recruits in Baghdad Muslim Brotherhood supporter killed in clash in Egypt: security sources Muslim Brotherhood supporters, opponents clash nationwide Syrian forces hit mosque with barrel bomb, kill 5 Hunting for clues in Boston bombing Mandela in ‚Äėserious but stable‚Äô condition Mandela in ‚Äėcritical but stable‚Äô condition Obama, Hollande discuss response to alleged chemical weapons use in Syria US intelligence still indecisive whether chemical weapons were used in Damascus suburbs What the Papers Say, Nov. 19, 2013 What the Papers Say Sept. 26, 2013 Wall Street dips as impasse in budget talks puzzles investors Wall Street rises at open on data, Washington eyed Deaf customers sue Starbucks, say they're mocked Deaf NY Starbucks patrons sue, say they're mocked Thousands evacuated in Moscow metro fire Thousands evacuated after fire breaks out in Moscow Metro NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden leaves Hong Kong on flight to Moscow Snowden 'quits Hong Kong for Moscow' Air strikes kill 20 civilians in Syria's Damascus Air strike kills one civilian in Syria's Deraa 38 killed in rains, flash floods in Pakistan Three killed in Brazil stadium collapse 7 killed by Shiite al-Houthi fighters in northern Yemen At least 5 killed in sectarian conflict in north Yemen Lebanon pins hope in Geneva II conference on Syria Lebanon hopes Geneva II conference initiate political solution on Syria Nadal, Djokovic to meet in French Open semifinals Djokovic, Nadal to vie for French Open semi berth Iran excluded from Syria peace talks: UN Many killed in Syrian air strike New uncertainty about missing Malaysian plane T.B Joshua reveals fate of missing Malaysian plane Flight of Boston Marathon bombing suspects ended in mayhem Images of Boston Marathon bomb suspects released Libya asks UN Security Council for help Kerry Calls On UN Security Council to Act on Syria German police foil neo-Nazi model airplane bomb plan German police foil far-right 'model plane bomb plot' California Wildfire Forces Evacuation Of Homes California wildfires strengthened by winds as hundreds are evacuated Kerry call on Congress to end shutdown Brazil's Congress approves internet legislation China stocks close lower on Wednesday China treasury bond futures close mixed Wednesday Berlusconi said to pay off 'bunga bunga' witnesses Berlusconi accused of bribing witnesses in prostitution trial US condemns Lebanon blasts US condemns Afghan prisoner release Super typhoon hits Philippines Most powerful typhoon of 2013 hits the Philippines The Note's Must-Reads for Monday, December 2, 2013 The Note's Must-Reads for Tuesday, October 8, 2013 Arrest over French soldier's stabbing France arrests man in soldier's stabbing Canada train plot suspects reject charges Canadians released in Egypt, not yet heading home Nearly 1,900 killed in Syria during peace talks 1,900 killed in Syria while Geneva talks remain deadlocked East Ukraine Separatists Ask to Join Russia Crimean Parliament Votes to Join Russia Rudd sworn in as new Australian PM Muslims in hiding as sectarian ... North Korea blocks South workers from Kaesong industrial zone North Korea Blocks South Koreans from Factory Zone Moon rocks indicate earth's orb born of collision Indian minister killed in head-on collision Obama lashes North Korea as pariah state Obama lashes North Korea as weak ‚Äėpariah state‚Äô Abbas accepts resignation of Palestinian PM Abbas accepts resignation of Rami Hamdallah BlackBerry loses US$965m in Q2 BlackBerry loses $965M in 2nd quarter Colombia strike three times Colombia too slick for Greece Pakistan Air Strikes Kill 32 Militants Pakistan Says Air Strikes Kill At Least 60 Militants Tornadoes level homes in Oklahoma, 1 dead Tornadoes hit Kan., Okla.; no injuries reported Egypt strongly opposes military action against Syria Reactions to the prospect of military action against Syria Tony Abbott sworn in as new Australian PM Tony Abbott Sworn In As Australia PM 11 killed in Chinese police station attack 9 shot dead in Xinjiang police station attack Pro-Russia rebels downed Malaysian plane: Ukraine Russia Preparing Counterproposals Over Ukraine No argument with Jakarta on boats: Abbott No agreement at Iran nuclear talks Nigerian police ban protests over kidnapped girls Nigeria reviewing 'all options' over kidnapped girls GM recalls about 60,000 Saturns to fix gear shifts GM recalls about 60,000 Saturn Aura cars 2 Children Die on Long Island After Being Pulled From Neighbor‚Äôs Pool Children Die In Neighbour's New York Pool US believes Syria has probably used chemical weapons US believes Syrian government used chemical weapons Sanford gets his chance to debate Colbert Busch in S.C. Black Voters Are Key to a Colbert Busch Win in South Carolina McCain in surprise visit to Afghanistan Obama Makes Surprise Visit To Afghanistan Japan PM Abe escapes injury in five-car collision Japanese PM escapes injury in 5-car collision Egypt's opposition criticizes president's speech Pakistan's opposition party boycotts presidential elections Syrian war seen dragging on for years Syria regime releases hundreds of prisoners Russia says ballistic missiles fired in Mediterranean Israel says it carried out joint missile test with US in Mediterranean Barack Obama cancels meeting with Vladimir Putin over Edward Snowden Barack Obama drops meeting with Vladimir Putin over Ed Snowden affair Volcano erupts in Indonesia -100,000 evacuated and airports closed Volcanic eruption closes 3 airports Egypt threatens Brotherhood ban Egypt's military takes control over Muslim Brotherhood, supporters 49 killed, 148 wounded in violent attacks in Iraq 2 killed, 11 wounded in attacks in Iraq Ukraine's Yanukovych says he does not plan to resign Ukraine opposition demands Yanukovich resign Flash floods kill 58 in eastern Afghanistan Bomb wounds 16 in eastern Afghanistan Investigators probe motives of LAX airport shooter Investigators Probe Motives of Los Angeles Airport Shooter Margaret Thatcher, former U.K. PM, dead at 87 Margaret Thatcher dies at 87 Outrage after reports emerge about 6-year-old Indian girl raped at school Outrage After Indian Girl, 6, Raped at Her School Egypt's Brotherhood to hold "march of anger" Egypt's Brotherhood holds Day of Rage rallies Building collapse kills 15 in India Building collapses claim lives in India Janet Yellen to become first woman to lead the Federal Reserve US Senate confirms Janet Yellen as US Federal Reserve chief Nine killed more than 40 injured in multiple bus crash in Germany Several killed and scores injured in Germany bus crash 2 killed as more storms batter Britain Two killed as fierce overnight storms batter Britain World powers, Iran under Rouhani revive nuclear talks World powers seek rare progress in Iran nuclear talks Tymoshenko urges EU to take strong action on Crimea Ukraine crisis: This is the de-facto annexation of Crimea Germany Summons US Envoy Over Alleged NSA Spying Germany Summons U.S. Envoy over Merkel Phone Spy Claims Muslim Brotherhood banned in Egypt Military holds upper hand in Egypt Uneasy calm descends on Turkey square Uneasy calm returns to Turkey's protest square More Deaths Expected in Canada Oil Train Explosion Five dead in Canada train crash Aimee Copeland Gets Bionic Hands Flesh-eating bacteria amputee Aimee Copeland uses new bionic hands Mainland's Taiwan affairs chief completes Mainland's Taiwan affairs chief concludes epochmaking island visit Philippines defers comment on Taiwan fisher attack Bin Laden's continuing sway shown in Kenya mall attack Sailors dead in India submarine blast All sailors on board Indian submarine 'feared dead' Crowds, Dignitaries Gather for Mandela Memorial Service Obama takes 'selfie' at Mandela's funeral service Death toll from Baghdad bombs rises to 19 Death toll from Egypt clashes rises to 57 3 Palestinians released from Israeli prisons Two Canadians released from prison in Egypt Two dead as Egyptians clash ahead of opposition rallies Two dead, as Egyptians clash ahead of rallies Children and adults injured in 'very serious' car crash outside primary school new A number of children were injured after a car overturned near a primary school today. Children and adults injured in car crash outside primary school new Nine injured after car overturns near school in Wales. Obama Urges Restraint from Israelis, Palestinians Obama meets Israeli, Palestinian negotiators Leading Egyptian activist turns himself in Leading Egyptian Activist Turns Himself in Cairo Russia releases Greenpeace doctor Russian court releases Greenpeace ship doctor on bail Russian aircraft wreckage found after a year Russia evacuates embassy in Libya after attack 17 killed in US drone attack on Yemen wedding party U.S. drone mistakenly kills 14 in Yemen wedding convoy China manufacturing index at 11-month low: HSBC China manufacturing expands in September Series of bombings kills 15 in Iraq Wave of bombings kills 50 in Iraq Syrian PM Survives Bomb Attack Syrian PM survives bomb attack in capital France to ban child beauty pageants Facebook to test mobile payments service Today in History, Dec. 2 Today in History, April 23 Lord Palumbo offers hope for a relationship with his son James Oscar Pistorius sent for mental evaluation: what will it mean? Three women missing for a decade found alive in Cleveland home Three women missing for decade found alive in US New Zealand botulism scare triggers global recall Botulism scare triggers recall In second attack, Pak Taliban attack Karachi airport academy Second attack at Karachi airport Ships Train for Syrian Chemical Weapons Transport UN Adopts Syrian Chemical Weapons Resolution Death toll rises to 29 in India's Mumbai building collapse Death toll rises to 12 in Indonesia mine collapse Israel responds coolly to outcome of Iranian presidential election Inside Iran's Presidential Election and Beyond Air strikes kill 20 civilians in Syria's Damascus Air strike kills eight civilians in Syria's Homs Extremists claim responsibility for Niger attacks Greek militant group claims responsibility for Golden Dawn killings U.S. court: Utah gay marriages can continue California gay marriage fight may continue Eurozone's unemployment climbs to 12.1%, a fresh record high Eurozone unemployment hit record 12.2% in September Fromer Pakistani army chief Musharraf charged in 2007 Bhutto assassination Former Pakistan army chief charged in Bhutto death World Briefing | The Americas: Brazil: Dispute in Bolivia Spills Over World Briefing | The Americas: Brazil: Arrests Begin in Vote-Fraud Case Pro-Russians forces enter Ukrainian naval base in Crimea Crimean forces storm Ukrainian navy headquarters Body of missing South Korean shipping tycoon found in fieldSewol ferry disaster: Body of South Korean shipping tycoon found New Boko Haram video claims to show missing Nigerian schoolgirls Boko Haram video said to show kidnapped Nigerian girls Actor Philip Seymour Hoffman found dead US actor Philip Seymour Hoffman found dead in New York Egypt court sentences 10 Brotherhood supporters to death - sources Egypt court sentences 529 Morsi supporters to death No update on Nelson Mandela's condition Nelson Mandela's condition improves One dead in US building collapse Six killed in US building collapse Ukraine: Nine people die in Kyiv clashes Ukraine pressured over Kiev clashes Mall attackers used 'less is more' strategy In Kenya, attackers used 'less is more' strategy Islamists protest US drone strikes in Pakistan Islamists lead protests against US drone strikes in Pakistan US Flying Surveillance Missions to Help Find Kidnapped Nigerian Girls US surveillance aircraft join hunt for kidnapped Nigerian girls 6.4-magnitude quake strikes off Indonesia 6.9-magnitude quake strikes off Russia's Kuril Islands Deputy speaker faces new sex claims Deputy Speaker Nigel Evans Re-Arrested Three Killed In Crash At Tiananmen Square SUV crash near Tiananmen Square kills 5 Button Hits Back at McLaren Boss Button hits back at Dennis criticisms 2 dead, 2 injured in Nevada middle school shooting Nevada: 2 dead, 2 hurt in middle school shooting Death toll in India building collapse hits 42 Death toll in Goa building collapse rises to 17 CIA chief visits Israel for Syria talks CIA chief in Israel to discuss situation in Syria Prince George is christened at St James's Palace Prince George christened in London Monty Python to reunite for new show Monty Python to reunite on stage Italian Foreign Minister confers with Ghana VP Belgian Prime Minister sends condolences to victims EU foreign ministers to discuss how to press Egypt over bloodshed EU foreign ministers to discuss Egypt on Wednesday Gunman who held suburban Atlanta firefighters hostage now dead, police say The Lede: Video: Gunman Takes Firefighters Hostage in Georgia Bradley Manning-WikiLeaks case turns to sentencing Manning WikiLeaks case turns to sentencing phase Police helicopter crashes into pub in Glasgow - several casualties Helicopter crashes into roof of Glasgow club Egypt poll: 98 per cent vote 'yes' for new constitution Egypt holding key vote on constitution Iran, six global powers sign landmark nuclear deal Iran, world powers agree nuclear deal Quotes from leaders, family at Mandela memorial Obama shakes hands with Cuba's Castro at Mandela memorial China says bird flu death toll rises to 14 China culling birds as flu toll rises to 6 China, Israel vow to further deepen cooperation China, Singapore vow to further deepen cooperation Bangladesh opposition set for mass march against polls Bangladesh opposition set for mass rally In surprise visit to Afghanistan, Obama tells troops 'you inspire me' Obama Makes Surprise Visit To Afghanistan Israeli forces arrest 6 Palestinians in overnight West Bank raids Israel classifies Jerusalem natives as noncitizens Hague 'concerns over conduct' of Zimbabwe election Zimbabwe: 'Grave Concerns' Over Election Hong Kong stocks end higher Indian stocks open higher Dignitaries pay tribute to Paul Desmarais Stars pay tribute to James Garner 5 things you need to know Tuesday 5 things you need to know on Friday Southwest grounds flights due to computer glitch Southwest flights delayed, canceled after computer glitch Vatican Embassy in Syria hit by mortar fire Vatican embassy in Syria hit by mortar; no injuries Egypt Brotherhood Guide Faces New Murders Case Egypt Brotherhood deputy leader Shater arrested China shares close higher Friday Chinese shares close higher Monday North Korea blocks access to joint industrial zone North Korea Blocks Access to Key Industrial Zone Gunmen 'kill 10 tourists' in Kashmir Gunmen kill four in Kenya church attack Islamic militants kill 9 foreign tourists, 1 Pakistani Gunmen Kill 11 Foreign Tourists in Pakistan Blaze That Killed 19 Firefighters Now Contained Arizona wildfire that killed 19 Hotshots now contained Iran president Rouhani ready for nuclear talks Iranian president ready for nuclear negotiations 'Western' forces attack Islamic militant base in Somalia Western powers scramble to befriend Modi Philippines detains 11 Chinese on fishing charges Philippines Detains 11 Chinese Fishermen Hong Kong set for huge democracy rally on handover anniversary Hong Kong set for huge democracy rally Israeli general says Syria government forces used chemical weapons Israel Accuses Syria of Using Chemical Weapons Suicide bomber kills 20 in Iraq Suicide bomber attacks primary school in Iraq, kills 15 Major fire breaks out in JK secretariat in Srinagar Fire breaks out near secretariat in Srinagar Five killed in Belgian coach crash Eleven dead in Belgian plane crash Pakistan's Musharraf lashes out after arrest Pakistan's Musharraf on the run after arrest order Five children buried alive in Bohol landslide Nine children die in attack in Afghanistan attack 6 Killed by Hot Lava as Indonesia Volcano Erupts Five dead in Indonesian eruption At least 11 killed in India building collapse At Least 66 Killed in Bomb Blasts in Iraq Prince George christening, meet the godparents Prince George christened in London Egypt's presidential election begins Egypt issues long-waited presidential election law Son of US evangelist kills himself The son of popular US evangelist Rick Warren has killed himself. Son of popular US evangelist Warren kills himself At least 45 killed in Spain train crash Update 2: 78 killed in Spanish train disaster French soldier stabbed near Paris French Soldier Stabbed In Neck In Paris Nicaragua, Venezuela offer asylum to Snowden Venezuela offers "humanitarian asylum" to Snowden China-EU 2020 Strategic Agenda for Cooperation released at 16th China-EU Summit Full text: China-EU 2020 Strategic Agenda for Cooperation Italian parliament backs new PM Train Derailment Kills 4 in New York Russian lawmakers pass new bill restricting Internet Russia says ballistic 'objects' fired in Mediterranean Suicide bomb kills 4, injures 13 in Pakistan Twitter blocks content in Pakistan Ukraine rebels 'flee eastern stronghold' Ukraine Claims Rebels Flushed from Main Stronghold Russian military moves in Crimea are declaration of war, says Ukrainian PM Pro- Russia rally held in Simferopol, capital of Ukraine Super Typhoon Haiyan, Strongest of Season, Slams the Philippines Super typhoon Haiyan closes in on the Philippines Nato condemns Ukraine crackdown Thai bonds best in region Blast near Iran embassy in Beirut Two blasts near Iranian embassy in Beirut China to investigate EU wine exports Christie investigation heats up Chinese shares close higher on Tuesday Chinese shares close lower on Wednesday Bangladesh Building Collapse Death Toll Hits 362 Bangladesh factory collapse death toll hits 1,021 Nelson Mandela hospitalized in serious condition with lung infection Nelson Mandela hospitalized with lung infection Ariel Sharon in critical condition Hospital: Ariel Sharon's health worsens Berlusconi party ministers' announcement of resignation throws Italy into political crisis Berlusconi ministers resign; Italy gov't in crisis Conan O'Brien at the White House Correspondents' Dinner Obama and O'Brien Cast Their Versions of D.C. White House Correspondents' Dinner Next Iran nuclear talks due on June 16-20-IRNA Iran: Nuclear deal to be implemented on January 20 One killed as more than a million protest in Brazil A million protest in Brazil's cities Boston bomb suspect charged; religious motive seen Boston bombing suspect charged in hospital bed EU condemns violence in Iraq White House condemns violence in Egypt Asian markets mixed on China trade data Asian markets slump on central bank stimulus fears World's oldest person dies in Japan at 116 Jiroemon Kimura: World's oldest person dies aged 116 Foreign exchange rates in India Foreign exchange rates in Singapore Colorado wildfire destroys more than 90 homes as winds worsen Colorado wildfire may be biggest property destroyer in state history Cypriot Finance Minister Michalis Sarris resigns Cyprus finance minister resigns Heartbreaking transcript reveals indecision as South Korea ferry sank South Korea ferry: Transcript reveals evacuation panic Death toll in India temple stampede rises to 109 Death toll in Madhya Pradesh temple stampede climbs to 115 Man sets himself on fire at Washington's National Mall Man Sets Himself on Fire on National Mall, Flown to Hospital Two killed in Karachi blast 4 killed in Pakistan blasts Putin submits federal constitutional law on Crimea‚Äôs integration into Russia to State Duma Putin signs a treaty for Crimea to join Russia Global progress seen in ending death penalty Iran diplomat: progress being made in expert-level talks Earthquake of 6.3 magnitude strikes off Indonesia island Earthquake of 6 magnitude strikes Thailand President Xi mourns Mandela President mourns death of Mandela US, Afghan govt to hold peace talks with Taliban Pakistan holds direct talks with Taliban Suspect arrested in attack on French soldier Man arrested over attack on French soldier Mainland's Taiwan affairs chief meets Taipei mayor Mainland's Taiwan affairs chief concludes epochmaking island visit US 'deeply disturbed' by Chinese activist death US 'deeply disturbed' by Chinese dissident's death News of Terrorism and the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict (January 22 ‚Äď 28, 2014) News of Terrorism and the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict (July 31 ‚Äď August 6, 2013) Most victims of fiery bus crash identified 38 bodies of victims identified Tokyo stocks close 0.75pc down Tokyo stocks close 0.49pc lower US awaits high court judgment on gay marriage Ark. high court again suspends gay marriage 'It's either too late or too early to intervene in Syria' UN Chief: Inspectors need 4 days to conclude probe in Syria Greek police arrest German on suspicion of spying Israel press bemoans price of talks resumption Chinese stocks open higher - Apr 2 Chinese stocks open lower Thursday 05:26 Bo Xilai convicted of corruption Bo Xilai indicted for corruption Iran's nuclear negotiating team leaves for Kazakhstan Iran's nuclear quest 'has cost Tehran over $100 billion' U.S factory orders down 0.7 pct in January German factory orders rebound in January 4 foreigners among 9 killed in Kabul hotel attack Foreigners among dead in Kabul hotel attack Kerry in Indonesia to Talk Climate Change Kerry warns Indonesia of climate change Iran 'will never build nuclear arms' Iran, world powers pledge new nuclear talks Russia warns of catastrophe if Syria reactor hit by U.S. strike Russia warns of "catastrophe" if N Korea restarts reactor Gunmen Surround Libya's Foreign Ministry To Push Demands Gunmen surround Libyan foreign ministry to push demands Deaths confirmed after helicopter crashes into Scottish pubPolice helicopter crashes into Scottish pub Typhoon death toll rises to 3633 Egyptian death toll rises to 638 Uganda's president signs anti-gay bill Uganda's president signs harsh anti-gay law Russian parliament allows Putin to use military in Ukraine Russia has no intention to incorporate southeastern Ukraine: FM Bradley Manning acquitted of aiding the enemy Wikileaks soldier Bradley Manning acquitted of aiding the enemy Death toll from west Chinas violence rises to 35 10 killed as Insurgent violence returns to Pakistan US, Russia to push for new Syria peace talks Russia Doubts Mid-November Date for Syria Peace Talks G7 'to intensify Russia sanctions' Ukraine Fears Russian Invasion Drone Strikes a Seminary in Pakistan US drone strike kills 8 in NW Pakistan Rock bands' plane makes emergency landing in Ill. Rock Bands' Plane Makes Emergency Landing in Ill. Malaysia sets date for landmark elections Malaysia set for landmark general election Egypt's Brotherhood loses grip as anger boils Egypt's Brotherhood calls for 'day of anger' Russian Prime Minister On Second Day Of Crimea Visit Russia warns against setting preconditions for Syria Ship hunting for more pings in missing Malaysian plane search Australian ship trawls for signals from missing Malaysia plane All gunmen in attack on Afghan presidential palace killed Algeria: Belaid says he will continue presidential campaign Judge OKs force-feeding California inmates U.S. judge approves force-feeding Californian inmates on hunger strik Gang violence kills 16 in Venezuelan prison Sixteen killed in Venezuela prison 6.7-magnitude earthquake jolts Taiwan: CENC 7.7-magnitude earthquake hits SW Pakistan Scores dead in fresh Egypt clashes At least 64 killed across country in Egypt clashes UN Chemical Weapons Experts to Visit Syria US Says Chemical Weapons Used in Syria Firefighters battle forest fire in SW China Firefighters battling scrub fire in Hokianga Palestinians Remember Mandela as an Inspiration 3 Palestinians released from Israeli prisons US Military Deaths in Afghanistan at 2,153 U.S. Military Deaths in Afghanistan Israel, Palestinians seek another meeting Monday: U.S. official Palestinians: We Don't Want Kerry Mission to Fail Syria agrees to surrender chemical weapons Syria FM: We will stop producing chemical weapons Tropical Storm Karen targets US Gulf Coast Tropical Storm Karen poised to make landfall Explosions kill 29 outside two mosques in Lebanon's TripoliBlasts kill 27 outside two mosques in Lebanon's Tripoli Pit Bull Dog Kills Baby Girl In Blackburn Dog Mauls Baby Girl To Death In Blackburn Roma couple in court over ‚Äėblonde girl‚Äô Roma couple charged with abducting 'blonde angel' China vows to step up fight against Dalai Lama China vows to continue fight against terrorism Pakistan air strikes in North Waziristan 'kill 80 militants' Pakistan: Dozens killed in strikes on militants Seamus Heaney, Irish Poet of Soil and Strife, Dies at 74 Seamus Heaney, Irish poet and Nobel winner, dies at 74 Egypt backs away from plan to dissolve Muslim Brotherhood Mosque stormed as Egypt's generals plan to outlaw Muslim Brotherhood KL shares easier mid-afternoon KL shares continue uptrend mid-afternoon Bangladesh Islamists rally against atheist bloggers Bangladeshi Islamists rally to demand action against atheist bloggers Crash of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 in Eastern Ukraine Malaysia Airlines plane crashes on Ukraine-Russia border Suicide bomber kills 13 at restaurant in central Somalia Suicide bomber kills at least 4 in Kabul Anthony Weiner slips to fourth place in new poll Weiner falls to fourth in new NYC mayoral poll Japanese prime minister angers neighbours with offering to WW2 shrine Two Japanese ministers visit Yasukuni shrine Iraqi Forces, Militants Battle for Oil Refinery Iraqi forces, militants battle for Iraq refinery Thousands protest against austerity budget in Portugal new Thousands protest against austerity in Italy, Portugal World Cup live blog: Brazil vs. Germany World Cup live: France 0-0 Germany Israeli airstrikes shake Gaza while Hamas persists with rocket attacks - video Israel pounds Gaza as Hamas flexes rocket reach America's first marijuana stores open in Colorado World's first state-licensed marijuana retailers open doors in Colorado Channel tragedy as fundraising swimmer dies a mile from French coast A woman who died while attempting to swim the English Channel for charity collapsed just one mile from the French coast. Channel tragedy 'one mile from end' A British woman who died while attempting to swim the English Channel for charity collapsed just one mile from the French coast. 4 Dead After Cambodian Police Fire on Protesters Three dead as Cambodian police open fire on protesters India accuses China of crossing de facto border Senate, House on collision course on border money Pregnant Sudan woman who married a Christian man sentenced to death for 'apostasy' Sudan frees Christian woman sentenced to death for apostasy US top diplomat Kerry's wife rushed to hospital US Secretary of State John Kerry‚Äôs wife rushed to hospital Conservatives sweep to Australia election victory Conservative opposition wins Australian election Hassan Rouhani wins Iran's presidential election Maduro wins Venezuelan presidential vote India govt rejects proposal to shut petrol pumps at night India oil minister slammed for plan to shut petrol stations at night Kerry pursuing 'quiet strategy' in Mideast peace process Kerry meets Israeli leaders to push Mideast peace Twin blasts rock Boston Marathon Two bombs strike Boston marathon Woman remanded over child's death A woman has been remanded in custody charged with murder after an eight-year-old girl was found dead in a block of flats. Mother held over daughter's death A mother has been remanded in custody charged with murder after her eight-year-old daughter was found dead in a block of flats. North Korea says to restart nuclear reactor North Korea Offers Talks: Complex May Re-Open Stocks close higher as service sector improves Stocks edge higher as US service sector improves Egyptian court considers Mubarak‚Äôs release Egypt court orders Mubarak release Suicide bomber kills eight, wounds 13 in Afghan capital - police Suicide bomb kills 4 in Syrian capital's Old City Israel not to release Palestinian prisoners Israeli authorities raze Palestinian home in Arraba Highlights of US-Russia deal on Syria weapons US-Russia reach agreement on Syria weapons Israel approves release of first group of Palestinian prisoners ahead of peace talks Israel boosts settlements, fuelling Palestinian fears Boston bombing suspect charged in hospital bed One week later: Boston honors bombing victims; suspect unable to speak More rain hampers Indian flood rescue US tourist gang-raped in northern India: Police Strong winter storm hits U.S. Northeast Winter weather blasts U.S. northeast A look at major terror attacks in East Africa UN Security Council slams deadly terrorist attack in Kenyan capital Survivor Could See Runway Through Hole in Tail San Francisco plane crash: Survivor could see runway through hole in tail Russia responds to Ukraine ceasefire Cyprus probes Ukraine assets European Central Bank keeps rates unchanged European Central bank keeps interest rate at 0.5% Red-shirt leader calls not to oppose army Oil rig spat: Beijing not to send army Kim Jong-un Executed His 'Worse Than a Dog' Uncle NKorea executes Kim Jong Un' uncle Colourful support at World Cup in Brazil Merkel to attend World Cup final Russia praises idea to render rights assistance to Ukraine Russia detains suspected Islamist militants in Moscow raid Fatah endorses refusal to recognise Israel Pakistan Denounces Latest Drone Attack Attack kills 12 in Afghanistan NATO: 3 troops killed in Afghanistan attack Chinese shares close lower Monday Chinese shares close lower on Wednesday Mandela remains in hospital Mandela remains in 'intensive care' South Korea Ferry Crew Members Stand Trial Sewol ferry crew faces trial Georgian PM's ally to become president - exit poll Ally of Georgia's billionaire PM to be president -exit polls Egypt votes on new constitution Egyptians Voting on New Constitution World news briefs ‚ÄĒ June 14 World news briefs ‚ÄĒ compiled May 1 US drone strike kills six in Pakistan officials U.S. drone kills 4 militants in Pakistan Vietnam detects signals from missing plane China expands search area for missing plane 66 missing after boat sinks off Malaysia 61 people missing after boat sinks off Western Malaysia Seven bomb blasts kill 27 people in Iraqi capital Baghdad Car bombs kill 26 in Iraqi capital Syria opposition pressed to attend talks Syria opposition voices frustration with international backers Cricket-England v Australia fourth test scoreboard Cricket-England 155-4 v Australia, fourth test - tea Birthday of DPRK to Be Celebrated in Peru Curiosity Rover Celebrates 1 Year on Mars Powerful 7.6 quake strikes off Solomons Powerful 6.9 quake strikes off California coast India Ink: Image of the Day: May 21 India Ink: Image of the Day: January 16 Storm chasers die in Oklahoma tornado Storm Chasers Among Those Killed in Oklahoma Viewpoints: Arming the Syrian rebels EU states to decide on arming Syrian rebels IMF cuts world growth forecast for 2013, 2014 Eurozone cuts growth forecast for 2014 Australia leader ousted in snap leadership vote Australian PM Gillard ousted in leadership vote Obama condemns Egypt violence, cancels military exercises Pakistan condemns violence in Egypt 5 Dead in India Building Collapse Death toll in India building collapse hits 42 Russia says detects missiles fired from Mediterranean Sea Russia says ballistic missiles fired in Mediterranean Mickey Arthur fired as Australia coach Darren Lehmann replaces Mickey Arthur as Australia's Ashes coach MH17 black boxes arrive in Britain for analysis MH17 crash: Black boxes arrive in the UK from Ukraine for analysis Islamist students clash with police at Cairo's Al-Azhar University At Least One Student Killed in Clashes With Police in Cairo Argentina declares mourning for flood victims Parents demands common forms for nursery admissions Food poisoning kills at least 20 children in India Baghdad cafe bombing kills at least 38 Prince's christening a blend of old and new When is Prince George's christening? Baptism plan, royal baby's godparents and all the details What the Papers Say, May 20, 2013 What the Papers Say, Nov. 19, 2013 China yuan weakens to 6.1651 against USD Tuesday China yuan strengthens to 6.1767 against USD Australia rejects Qantas' request for $2.7 bn loan Australia rejects Qantas loan request Malaysian investigators conclude flight hijacked Malaysia Airlines: Investigators conclude Flight MH 370 hijacked Google releases Nexus 5 phone with Kit Kat Google redesigns search results on PCs Egypt convicts 26 over Suez Canal terror plot Egypt court acquits 155 arrested after Cairo protests Bombing Aimed at Hezbollah Hits Southern Beirut Explosion Hits Hezbollah Area South of Beirut Kerry: Saudi King backs Israeli-Palestinian push John Kerry Says Saudi King Abdullah Backs Israeli-Palestinian Push Putin foe Navalny defiant as trial opens in Russia Protest leader Navalny goes on trial in Russia Egypt: Muslim Brotherhood calls for 'uprising' Egyptian Amb: Muslim Brotherhood Should 'Join the Process' The Note's Must-Reads for Friday, December 6, 2013 The Note's Must-Reads for Tuesday, October 8, 2013 U.S., allies to add sanctions against Russia over Ukraine EU Slaps New Sanctions on Russia Over Ukraine Car bombs kill at least 16 in Iraqi capital Car bombs kill at least 47 in Baghdad area US Issues Travel Alert Over Al Qaeda Threat US issues global alert, citing Qaeda threats Factories that ran on Korean cooperation go silent North and South Korea break their silence with talks Taliban attack presidential palace in Afghanistan All gunmen in attack on Afghan presidential palace killed Chinese premier meets Indian vice president Hezbollah urges to elect new Lebanese president Saudi Arabia gets a seat at the UN Security Council Saudi Arabia rejects seat on UN Security Council Southern Italy Coach Crash Kills 38 Death toll rises to 39 in Italy coach crash Algerian president in France for medical tests Algerian president in France for medical tests after minor stroke 3 killed, 10 inured in attack on Kenyan church Gunmen kill two in attack on Kenyan church Islamists still holding some 30 hostages as Kenya mall standoff continues Death toll rises as Kenya mall siege continues Manchester City wins second Premier League title in three years Manchester City win English Premier League title US drone strike kills 11 in Pakistan US drone kills 16 in Pakistan Bodies of MH17 crash victims flown to Netherlands MH17 dead flown back to Netherlands Egypt policeman killed in Sinai attack Egyptian soldiers killed in Sinai attack Extension likely for Iran nuclear talks Oil slips below $108 ahead of Iran nuclear talks Fire kills 38 in Russian psychiatric institution 38 feared dead in Russian psychiatric hospital fire 5 snowboarders killed in Colo. avalanche identified 5 Snowboarders Killed in Colorado Avalanche Egypt orders arrest of Brotherhood chief Badie Egypt arrests Muslim Brotherhood leader Badie Russia Warns It May Not Sign Landmark UN Arms Treaty UN closes in on landmark arms treaty Didier Reynders on Syria Obama's day: Prime time on Syria Google begins launching Internet-beaming balloons Google launches internet- beaming balloons North Korea: experts call for dialogue ‚Äď and say China must play a part North Korea cuts last ties with South by barring joint industrial park China stocks open higher Monday China stocks close lower on Thursday Obama postpones Malaysian visit to address government shutdown Obama postpones Asia trip over govt shutdown Sony Xperia Z2 and Nokia‚Äôs X series unveiled Court orders political ban on Italy‚Äôs Berlusconi Cannes hotel raid nets ‚ā¨40 million gems Jewels worth ‚ā¨40m stolen in Cannes Ukraine opposition urges continued truce Ukraine opposition urges more stand-offs Pro-Russian protesters storm new police station in east Ukraine Pro-Russian Protesters Storm Police Station in Ukraine as Kiev Urges U.N. over unrest New coronavirus can probably can be passed person to person- WHO WHO: New virus can probably pass person to person Chinese stocks open higher Monday Chinese shares close higher Monday Mandela back in hospital in ‚Äėserious but stable‚Äô condition Nelson Mandela returns to hospital in ‚Äėserious but stable‚Äô condition 24 killed 77 wounded in Iraq mosque bombing At least 18 killed in Iraq mosque bombing East Harlem explosion death toll rises Mexico storm death toll continues to rise Search resumes for Malaysia jet Search Resumes for Missing Malaysian Jet Ukrainian Prime Minister resigns amid protests British Prime Minister condemns murder of teens Royal Hoax DJ Takes Action Against Station Taliban bombs US base in Afghanistan UK Sky News cameraman killed in Egypt Sky News cameraman killed in Egypt clashes Arsenal v Stoke City ‚Äď live! Tottenham v Manchester City ‚Äď live! Indonesians burn Australian flags over spying reports Indonesia Confronts Australian Ambassador on Reports of Spying Business news and markets: as it happened, April 17, 2013 Business news and markets: as it happened, June 20, 2013 Zoo worker dies after tiger attack Indian-origin teacher dies after attack in New Zealand Ariel Sharon, former Israeli prime minister, dies following eight-year coma Ariel Sharon dies aged 85: Former Israeli Prime Minister passes away after organ failure following eight-year coma China preparing for Diaoyutai conflict: expert China seeking foreign counterterror experts Israel cabinet votes on Palestinian prisoner release Israel Approves Release of Palestinian Prisoners, Peace Talks San Diego Mayor Bob Filner's accusers Worker: San Diego Mayor Made Suggestive Comments Germany to sign G20 statement on Syria Germany backs G20 statement on Syria a day late Iran, world powers begin new round of nuclear talks Iran, world powers pledge new nuclear talks 36 militants killed in Afghan raids 35 militants killed in Afghan raids: official 10 Things to Know-Today 10 Things to Know for Tuesday Oscar Pistorius trial: Adjourns until Tuesday Oscar Pistorius' psychiatric evaluation to start Monday Ukraine talks continue amid growing unrest Ukraine faces more violence as ultimatum nears end Israel Could Free Palestinian Prisoners Next Week Israel to free Palestinian prisoners over Kerry talks Roadside bombs kill 5 in Afghanistan Roadside bomb wounds provincial governor in northern Afghanistan Tropical Storm Karen targets US Gulf Coast Tropical Storm Karen weakens as it nears U.S. Gulf Coast Protesters clash with police in Turkey Protesters clash with riot police in Kiev Coronation Street actor Michael Le Vell cleared of child rape claims Coronation St star Le Vell cleared Coronation Street actor Michael Le Vell has been found not guilty by a jury of child sex offences. Workers killed in India building collapse 76 killed in Bangladesh building collapse Six killed in drone strike in N Waziristan 12 killed in bus accident in Pakistan Nine children die in attack in Afghanistan attack 10 die in attacks in Afghanistan 20 killed in bomb attack at Pakistani base 8 soldiers killed in bomb attack in NW Pakistan North Korea fires three short-range missiles N. Korea fires short-range missiles Bursa Malaysia update: 11.30am FTSE Bursa Malaysia update: 5.00pm 17 govt employees killed in Pakistan bus bombing At least 78 killed in Pakistan church bombing Car Bomb Kills 37 in Northwest Pakistan Bomb kills three in northwest Pakistan Malaysia Airlines loses contact with plane carrying 239 to Beijing Malaysia Airlines plane vanishes on flight to Beijing Microsoft says to cut up to 18,000 jobs Microsoft to cut 18,000 jobs in overhaul Libyan prime minister seized by armed men Libyan Prime Minister Reported Kidnapped By Armed Men Malaysians vote in polls for stability or change Malaysia elections: Malaysians vote with power at stake for first time China yuan weakens to 6.1705 against USD China yuan retreats to 6.1729 against USD Wednesday Google launches Internet-beaming balloons Google begins launching Internet-beaming balloons Fire destroys ancient Tibetan town in China Fire destroys Tibetan town in China Yahoo agrees to buy Tumblr for $1.1 billion cash Yahoo to Buy Tumblr for $1.1 Billion India starts voting in world's largest election India voters kick off world‚Äôs biggest election Car bomb in northern Syria kills at least 12 Syrian airstrikes kill at least 18 in Aleppo Philippine quake death toll climbs to 73 Death toll in Philippines quake jumps to 85 Bangladesh police arrest prominent atheist blogger Bangladesh police arrest 3 atheist bloggers Shenzhen stock indices close higher Monday Shenzhen stock indices close lower -- Oct. 31 Philippines, rebels reach wealth-sharing deal Philippines and rebels reach 'wealth deal' Texas senator still filibustering abortion bill Texas senator filibusters against abortion bill UK's Ex-Premier Margaret Thatcher Dies At 87 Margaret Thatcher Dies at 87 Turkish leaders call for int'l intervention in Egypt Turkish FM slams military intervention in Egypt Search ends for missing asylum-seekers Search narrowed for missing man Pro-Russian protesters storm new police station in east Ukraine Pro-Russians protesters storm Donetsk prosecutor's office in eastern Ukraine Ukrainian President orders 7-day ceasefire in the east Uganda's President Museveni agrees to sign anti-gays Bill At least 12 dead in Washington ... At least 150 dead as strong quake hits southwest Balochistan ICC Champions Trophy: India vs South Africa Champions Trophy: India v South AfricaLive Pope Francis to make first visit to Holy Land Pope Francis announces first visit to Holy Land Supreme Court takes on affirmative action in Michigan ban case Supreme Court to hear Michigan affirmative action case Headlines in major Iranian newspapers on Sept 30 Headlines in major Iranian newspapers on Nov 21 Suicide bomber kills 15 in central Somalia Suicide blast in central Somalia kills 15 Cyclone leaves trail of destruction in India Cyclone Phailin evacuation kept Indian villagers alive Taliban kill 15 police in west Afghanistan US drone kills two in eastern Afghanistan Thousands rally to support embattled Tunisia government Thousands gather to support Islamist government in Tunisia Prince Harry pays tribute to US war dead US presidents pay tribute to Mandela Afghan District Governor Defects To Taliban Afghan politician defects to Taliban South Africa's Mandela taken to hospital Nelson Mandela taken to hospital Updated - Two explosions near finish line of Boston Marathon Two explosions at Boston Marathon finish line Stuntman prepares to cross Grand Canyon on tightrope Wallenda to cross gorge near Grand Canyon on wire At least two killed in southern Egypt clash At least 18 killed in North Caucasus train station blast Three killed, 21 injured in two road mishaps 3 killed, 24 injured in NW China coach blast UK's Cameron seriously concerned by Gibraltar/Spain row Cameron 'seriously concerned' over Gibraltar events Winter Storm Ion: State-By-State... 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Main candidates in Afghanistan's presidential election Voting ends in Afghanistan‚Äôs presidential and municipal elections Car bombs kill nine in Baghdad province Car bombs kill 54 in Shi'ite districts of Baghdad China yuan strengthens to new high against USD China yuan strengthens to 6.1542 against USD Corpses Of 53 Men Found South Of Baghdad Iraqi officials: 50 bodies found south of Baghdad Syrian soldiers killed in bomb attack Soldiers killed by Lebanon car bomb Rebels likely downed Malaysian jet 'by mistake' - U.S. officials Rebels likely downed jet 'by mistake' Pacquiao leaves for Samar to help typhoon victims Boxing : Pacquiao spends night with Philippine typhoon victims Bomb attacks kill 20 in Baghdad's Christian areas Bombs Kill 35 in Baghdad Christian Area China sets Bo Xilai trial date China Bo Xilai trial in fourth day UN launches US$300 mil. appeal for Philippines UK sends warship to aid Philippines Muslims prepare for start of Ramadan Muslims pray for end to divisions Violent Tornadoes Hit Oklahoma City, St. Louis... Mile-wide tornado heads toward Oklahoma City Japan scrambles jets against Russian military planes Separatists down Ukraine military plane, several dead Thousands of Britons claim dole in Germany Thousands of white-clad Amsterdammers march for MH17 Obama's Tarnished Health Care Law at a Crossroads Obama's tarnished health care law at a crossroads Egypt military ousts President Morsi Iran tries to prevent military strike on Syria Suspected U.S. drone strike kills 5 in Pakistan Suspected US drone targets Islamic seminary in Pakistan Obama to sign up for Obamacare Obama visits tornado hit Oklahoma 15 dead in Iraq attacks, bomb at football pitch 46 dead in Iraq attack blitz Obama warns of new Russia sanctions Ukraine threatens to seize Russian assets Syria conference to open in Montreux, continue in Geneva Long-delayed Syria peace talks to open in Montreux General Electric posts 9% profit drop for third quarter GE posts 9% profit drop for third quarter Nigerian leader orders push to free abducted schoolgirls Pressure mounts to free kidnapped girls 10 Things to Know: This Week's Takeaways 10 Things to Know for Today China yuan weakens to 6.1535 against USD China yuan strengthens to new high against USD Israeli authorities hand out demolition orders in East Jerusalem Israeli forces issue 4 demolition orders in Jerusalem 12 migrants drown off Greek island, gov't calls for EU action Speech: The internet and pornography: Prime Minister calls for action Putin opens Paralympics as protest staged Putin opens Winter Paralympics Israel 'bombs' Syria as envoy presses peace talks bid Fierce clashes in east Syria as US pushes peace talks Russia finds dead lawyer Magnitsky guilty in posthumous trial Russia convicts dead lawyer Magnitsky in posthumous trial US soldier released by Taliban in prisoner swap US soldier freed in Afghanistan, 5 Taliban prisoners leave Guantanamo 'Trayvon could have been me' Trayvon Martin could have been ... Myanmar arrests 44 over sectarian violence Ban Warns Syria Strikes Could Worsen Sectarian Violence Louis Zamperini, 'Unbroken' World War II hero, Olympian, dies at 97 U.S. war hero Louis Zamperini, inspiration for 'Unbroken,' dead at 97 China sends largest fleet yet to disputed islands China ships enter waters off disputed islands Bank of England keeps interest rates on hold Bank of England keeps low interest rates to support economy new US, Russia enter third day of Syria talks US and Russia agree Syria arms deal in Geneva North Korea claims ‚Äėbreakthrough‚Äô guided missile N. Korea hails test of 'breakthrough' guided missile Kerry's plan for restarting talks calls for release of 103 Palestinian inmates Kerry plan to include prisoner release, settlement freeze Police: Explosion in Belfast Cathedral Quarter Explosion in Kabul a suicide attack in diplomatic area Microsoft finally unveils Office for Apple's iPad Microsoft And Office In A Multi-Platform World Turkish police fire tear gas on protesters Turkish police fire tear gas as Kurds protest against Syria wall Police fire tear gas at protesters in Bangkok Police 'fire teargas at protesters' in Tunisia Syrians Protest against Erdogan in Paris, Venezuelans Stress Support to Syria Turkey's Erdogan in Iran to mend ties after split over Syria Egypt Mubarak ordered under house arrest if freed Egypt's Mubarak to be released, put under house arrest Prime Minister to seek nuclear deal, investments during Japan visit Manmohan hopes to clinch nuclear deal with Japan US postpones missile test over N Korea tensions Embassies staying put in N. Korea despite tension Obama to meet privately with family of Nelson Mandela Obama to meet with Mandela family At least six dead in US shooting rampage At least 20 dead in Somalia attacks Margaret Thatcher: Kinnock To Miss Funeral Margaret Thatcher's funeral procession underway Prince William addresses Australian parliament video Royal visit: Prince William and Catherine visit Parliament in Canberra tour Two hurt in Bangkok shooting Two hurt in US school shooting Gunmen kill 10 in Philippine political violence Five killed in Philippines volcano eruption At Least 14 Killed in Baghdad Bombings At least 40 killed by 11 Baghdad car bombs Israel downs drone from Lebanon Israel shoots down drone from Lebanon 'One unaccounted for' in San Francisco plane crash Two killed in San Francisco plane crash 'were Chinese' European stocks slide on tension over Syria Stock futures slide on Syria tension, J.C. Penney shares fall Iran official: US visa denial to Iranian envoy will not affect nuke talks Iranian negotiator upbeat about latest nuclear talks Everest avalanche kills six sherpas Everest avalanche kills 12 guides Israel approves release of first group of Palestinian prisoners ahead of peace talks Syrian opposition confirms participation in peace talks Deadly clashes as Egypt marks anniversary Violent clashes mark anniversary of Egypt uprising Rupert Murdoch divorces third wife News Corp.'s Rupert Murdoch files for divorce from wife Wendi Australia cuts rates to record low Australia cuts interest rates to record low NATO: 5 Americans killed in southern Afghanistan Roadside bomb kills 3 policemen in southern Afghanistan Interim Libyan prime minister to step down Violence forces Libya Prime Minister to step down MEP candidate killed in Kabul blast IMF rep among 14 killed in Kabul blast Conmen dressed as women steal cash CCTV: York conmen dress as women to trick pensioners Sisi sworn in as Egypt's president, cool reception from West El-Sissi Inaugurated as Egypt's President Cleveland Kidnapper Ariel Castro Found Hanged in Prison Cell Cleveland kidnapper Ariel Castro found hanging in his cell Russia drops charges against Greenpeace activists Russia to file piracy charges against Greenpeace Syria opposition unity take face specter of collapse Syria divided opposition struggles within wider Syrian struggle Google Unveils Prototype Self-Driving Car Google Unveils Concept Self-Driving Car Bangladesh garment factory fire 'kills 8' Bangladesh garment factory collapse kills 149 Fierce clashes in east Syria as US pushes peace talks Clashes rage in Syria as US pushes peace talks Syria opposition votes to join peace talks Syria offers concessions ahead of Geneva peace talks US seeks to reassure wary Gulf allies over Iran deal Hagel seeks to reassure jittery Gulf allies after Iran deal Video shows Kenya jihadis casually killing in mall Security video shows Kenyan soldiers looting mall Ukraine hosts ‚Äėunity talks‚Äô Pope hits out at ‚Äėwar to sell arms‚Äô in Syria Death toll rises in Dhaka building collapse Death toll hits 72 in Mumbai building collapse Gov'ts, groups pledge millions for typhoon relief Canada promises $5-million in typhoon relief Senior official investigated over suspected disciplinary violations China's head of state assets regulator under probe for "discipline violation" Pakistan power crisis looms large over polls Pakistan power crisis looms large over election China HSBC manufacturing PMI hits seven-month low in February Manufacturing hits seven-month low in China Lebanon Clashes Rage Overnight; 12 Soldiers Dead Lebanon clashes rage near mosque; 16 soldiers dead Mother-of-two, 25, found dead in her home by ex-boyfriend as police launch murder inquiry Mother-of-two, 25, found dead in her home by relatives as police name hunt for ex-boyfriend after launching murder inquiry Greece suspends state broadcaster Greece to close state broadcaster to save money Pakistan's Musharraf Under Arrest in Bhutto Assassination Pakistan's Musharraf arrives at court for first time 10 Things to Know for Today 10 Things to Know for Wednesday Trial Date Set for Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood Chief Syria's Muslim Brotherhood faces uphill battle Developing nations: Qatar insists on World Cup promise Fresh corruption claims on Qatar World Cup Guatemalan court finds former dictator guilty of genocide Guatemala's former leader found guilty of genocide Red panda‚Äôs short-lived zoo escape India‚Äôs march to Mars Israeli doctors could be tried abroad for force-feeding Palestinian prisoners Israel's West Bank control 'costing Palestinian economy billions' Chinese shares close higher Tuesday Chinese shares rally Wednesday Syrian mortars land in Golan, Israel retaliates Syrian mortars land in Israeli- occupied Golan Heights, Israel retaliates Toyota, Honda, Nissan and Mazda recall 3 million Japanese cars after airbag fault Toyota, 3 other Japan carmakers to recall 3.4m vehicles over airbag Many dead in India hotel building collapse Six dead, dozens trapped in Indian building collapse Washington Pot Shops Prepare for Historic Sales Washington pot shops prepare for historic sales Somalia gang rape victim speaks out Somalia gang rape victim accuses AU force Rio airport workers strike on eve of FIFA World Cup Rio de Janeiro airport workers strike on eve of World Cup International forensic teams join Kenyan mall carnage probeArrested Briton 'not significant' to Kenya attack probe Son of top Muslim Brotherhood leader killed Egypt arrests Muslim Brotherhood leader Badie 6.3-magnitude quake hits Kepulauan Barat Daya, Indonesia -- USGS 5.2-magnitude quake hits Papua, Indonesia US believes Syrian government used chemical weapons US says Syria may have used sarin gas in chemical weapons Iran, six global powers sign landmark nuclear deal Iran, six world powers clinch breakthrough nuclear deal Fatalities after Texas fertiliser plant blast Additional aid approved for Texas fertilizer plant blast Hot-Air Balloon Catches Fire in Virginia Hot Air Balloon 'Catches Fire And Crashes' Mourinho blames Moyes for Rooney saga Mourinho to take Round 1 Quotes from leaders, family at Mandela memorial World unites for Mandela memorial Mumbai Indians puts T&T in its place Indonesians vote for president in tight race China stock index futures close higher Wednesday China stock index futures open mixed Friday KL shares remain higher mid-afternoon KL shares continue uptrend mid-afternoon China quake: Death toll rises Anger in Dhaka as death toll climbs What the Papers Say, Nov. 20, 2013 What the Papers Say, Oct. 10, 2013 3 killed, 6 injured in Afghan blasts Three killed, six injured in Afghan blasts 2 Turkish pilots abducted in Lebanon 2 Turkish airline pilots kidnapped by gunmen in Lebanon Amazon launches new device for streaming video Amazon unveils new Fire TV streaming video box Palestinian President Receives Jordanian Foreign Minister Palestinian arrested for sexually harassing young girls Strong earthquake hits Papau New Guinea Strong earthquake felt in Los Angeles Israel's ex-PM Ariel Sharon dies Former Israeli Prime Minister Sharon dies China urges Japan to respect regional security concerns China urges Japan to maintain regional peace Obama nominates new transportation secretary Obama To Meet Embattled Veterans Secretary China yuan weakens to 6.1059 against USD China yuan strengthens to 6.1070 against USD Friday Huge tornado kills at least 51 in Oklahoma City Huge tornado strikes near Oklahoma City Rock-throwers cause damage to Israeli cars near Bethlehem 6 injured in clashes with Israeli forces near Bethlehem French raid wine cellar for austerity auction US praises Ukraine deal; calls for concrete action Obama signs law aimed at barring Iran UN envoy Obama urges no new sanctions on Iran US, Russia agree on seizure of Syria chemical weapons Syrian rebels skeptical of chemical weapons deal Beaten Florida teen released in Israel Palestinian teen dies of wounds sustained in Israeli shooting Lebanese rivals groups edge closer to deal over premiershipCambodian rivals edge closer to deal over disputed poll Five people jailed over Costa Concordia disaster five men sentenced for costa concordia shipwreck disaster S Korea MPs to visit Kaesong complex S. Korea demands talks with N. Korea on closed factory Deal on Iran nuclear drive from Jan 20 Deal curbing Iran nuclear drive to take effect Jan 20 Algerian priest to lecture about Christian heritage in N. Africa Telstra applies to list China site in NY Headlines in major Iranian newspapers on April 5 Headlines in major Iranian newspapers on August 18 Implications of Palestinian reconciliation Belgian king to address nation amid abdication speculation Fire in Russian psychiatric hospital kills 38 38 feared dead in Russian psychiatric hospital fire Hijacker arrested after plane lands at Geneva Airport Hijacked aircraft lands in Geneva PCB appoints Waqar Younis as head coach Waqar Younis back as Pakistan coach US makes case for action against Syria Saudi Urges U.N. Action against Israel Strikes on Syria France provides image of possible debris Malaysia: France has images of possible jet debris Four killed in Baghdad car bomb Nine killed in Baghdad car bomb attacks Ankara protesters clash with police Peru protesters clash with police Alibaba files for IPO in US Alibaba files for New York IPO DPRK leader calls for better ties with S.Korea North Korea urges foreigners to leave South Korea 49 killed, 148 wounded in violent attacks in Iraq 15 killed, 90 wounded in fresh attacks in Iraq Iraq Holds First Election Since US Pullout Iraq holds first polls since US pullout as attacks rise Iran, sextet to resume expert talks Iran upbeat on 'useful' expert-level nuke talks Puerto Rican arrested for production of child pornography Indian guru arrested on suspicion of rape Ukraine signs EU trade pact as Russia finalizes Crimea annexation Ukraine's top court dismisses Crimea's independence as "unconstitutional" U.S. steps up support for Syrian opposition UN urges support for Syria opposition Bangladesh collapse search over; death toll 1,127 Bangladesh collapse deaths top 620 Gunmen abduct Iran embassy employee in Yemen Gunmen abduct Iranian embassy worker in Yemen Chinese, Russian FMs exchange opinions on Ukraine crisis Chinese president arrives in Argentina for state visit Bernanke comments keep markets on steady rise Bernanke stimulus boost to markets Bomb in southern Afghan city kills at least 5 Blast in popular Baghdad coffee shop kills at least 15 Assad warns Turkey of 'heavy price' for backing Syrian rebels Cabinet at war over arming Syrian rebels Afghan president to soon visit Pakistan Afghan president to press for delay in US deal Indian stocks close lower Hong Kong stocks close 2.33% higher Iran nuclear impasse to dominate IAEA board meeting Iran nuclear impasse to dominat... 19 killed, 42 wounded in violent attacks in Iraq 43 killed, 86 wounded in attacks in Iraq Indian rape accused face verdicts Indian rape accused found guilty Syrian Opposition Mulls Participation in Peace Talks Syrian opposition confirms participation in peace talks Poll: Cory Booker takes early lead for N.J. Senate Nigella Lawson 'took cocaine every day for a decade' Car bomb kills at least 30 north of Syrian capital Car bomb kills at least 10 in central Syria Iran nuclear deal agreed at talks Iran Nuclear Deal Sealed After Decades-Long Dispute Egyptian military spokesman denounces incitement against army Labor ministry announcement due on Monday Snowden sees 'no chance' for US fair trial Snowden sees "no chance" to get fair trial in U.S. Headlines in major Iranian newspapers on Dec 30 Headlines in major Iranian newspapers on July 6 Dozens injured in Connecticut train collision Indian minister killed in head-on collision New Orleans police arrest second suspect in Mother's Day parade shooting Brothers arrested in Mother's Day parade shooting Blast on Indian train kills one State: No funds for yeshiva that incites violence Hong Kong stocks open higher Hong Kong stocks close 0.72% higher Queen visits Britain's new prince Queen meets Britain's new baby prince Egypt‚Äôs Sisi poised to announce presidency bid Egypt‚Äôs Sisi paves way for presidential bid Microsoft earnings hurt by Nokia acquisition Microsoft sees end to Nokia losses, shares rise after hours Biden warns 'it's time for Russia to stop talking and start acting' in Ukraine Biden: Time for Russia to 'stop talking and start acting' to reduce tension in Ukraine US to deploy Patriots, F-16s to Jordan Jordan: US Deploying Patriots, F-16s Ukraine: Three Killed In Parliament Protests Ukraine President Calls Talks To End Protests Chinese president meets UN chief Chinese vice president meets U.S. delegation Ride operator charged in N.C. fair accident N.C. State Fair ride operator arrested after accident EU foreign ministers to discuss Egypt violence EU foreign ministers to discuss Egypt on Wednesday Saudi pushes UN resolution on Syria abuse Cameron pushes U.N. resolution on Syrian chemical arms Tunisia suspended from Davis Cup for shunning Israeli tennis player Tunisia suspended from Davis Cup for refusing to play Israeli Egypt says Brotherhood leader in good health in jail Egypt Brotherhood deputy leader Shater arrested Transcript reveals confusion over evacuation of South Korean ferry Transcript Reveals Confusion Over Ferry Evacuation Fallen US firefighters brought home Wall Street ends slightly lower Egypt court acquits 169 Brotherhood supporters Egypt court sentences 100 Brotherhood backers Syria Regime Agrees to Attend Peace Conference Russia: Syria Agrees to Participate in Conference Aung San Suu Kyi makes presidential push Aung San Suu Kyi for president in 2015? UK vote rejects military action Britain rejects Syria military action New Zealand set to legalise gay marriage New Zealand votes to legalise same-sex marriage Desmond Tutu pays final respects to Mandela South Africa prepares to bury Mandela Singapore stocks end up 0.37 pct Singapore stocks close 0.41 pct higher South Korea proposes talks with North South Korea Says Talks With North Scrapped Venezuelan president to visit China Senegalese president to visit China Five jailed over Costa Concordia shipwreck disaster Five staff jailed over Costa Concordia shipwreck Cairo protesters defy crackdown threat In Cairo Camps, Protesters Dig in and Live On Missing plane search turns to Vietnamese islands Missing Malaysia Airlines plane 'crashes off Vietnam' NATO soldier killed in Taliban attack Five soldiers killed in Yemen attack Iran threatens to trigger oil price war Man admits threatening to kill Prince Harry Official of Malaysia Airlines briefs relatives of missing flight passengers about search progress Malaysia Airlines investigating co-pilot on missing flight Stars pay tribute to Cory Monteith Stars pay tribute to James Garner Senior official investigated over suspected disciplinary violations China Investigates Head of Supervisory Commission Manchester United Ticket Sales And Profit Down Manchester United owner Malcolm Glazer dies at 85 Los Angeles airport worker charged with making 9/11 threatsLos Angeles airport worker charged over 9/11 threats Army, government at loggerheads over Taliban talks Pakistani army, government at loggerheads over Taliban talks Egypt arrests Muslim Brotherhood's top leader Egypt Arrests Muslim Brotherhood Supporters Under Terror Law The Note's Must-Reads for Friday May 24, 2013 The Note's Must-Reads for Friday, August 23, 2013 Solar plane lands in Washington on US tour Solar-powered plane lands near Washington Pro-Russian rebels shoot down Ukrainian plane, 49 killed Ukraine Rebels shoot down plane carrying 49 Spain's new king Felipe VI sworn in in muted ceremony King Felipe VI to be sworn in as Spain‚Äôs royals look to a new era Cristiano Ronaldo hat-trick fires Portugal to 2014 World Cup finals Ronaldo hat- trick fires Portugal to World Cup Israel to free Palestinian prisoners over Kerry talks Israel Agrees to Free 104 Palestinian Prisoners as Part of Possible Deal to Restart Peace Talks U.S. soldier free after almost five years captivity in Afghanistan US soldier freed after 5 years in captivity in Afghanistan Malaysia Airlines loses contact with plane carrying 239 to Beijing China news agency says Malaysia Airlines plane lost contact over Vietnam Neymar powers Brazil into last 16 Neymar powers Brazil into World Cup last 16 Ukraine to implement unilateral ceasefire Ukraine offers unilateral ceasefire Britain's Prince Philip set for 'exploratory' surgery UK's Prince Philip hospitalized Japan starts hearing on sales tax, ex-bank deputy urges gradual rise Japan starts hearings on proposed tax hike Malaysia sets date for landmark elections Malaysia PM set for general election Three bomb attacks kill six soldiers, one civilian School bomb attack kills two in southern Thailand Two NATO soldiers killed in Afghanistan Five Libyan soldiers killed in Benghazi clashes Stones add second Hyde Park concert Rolling Stones add second Hyde Park date Italian pilgrims die in bus plunge Passengers dead in Italy bus plunge North Korea urges US to take 'real actions' North Korea urges US to take ‚Äėreal actions‚Äô New Australian PM Tony Abbott on his bike awaiting final vote count Australian PM-elect Tony Abbott gets to grips with his new job What the Papers Say, Aug. 19, 2013 What the Papers Say, Dec. 30, 2013 Malaysia Airlines loses contact with plane bound for Beijing‚Äď live Malaysia Airlines plane vanishes on flight to Beijing US consumers boost spending 0.2 pct. last month Consumer spending up 0.2 percent in May Scorpions drummer in Dubai jail for 'insulting Islam' Scorpions drummer jailed in Dubai for ‚Äėinsulting Islam‚Äô 5 nations meet on haze Putin's marriage at an end Strong new quake hits shattered Pak region Powerful new earthquake hits shattered Pakistan region Syrian opposition offers Assad truce in Homs for duration of Ramadan Syrian opposition offers Assad's forces truce for duration of Ramadan U.S. to release info about Syria‚Äôs chemical weapons use US believes Syria used chemical weapons but says facts needed Pakistan troops move against Taliban Pakistani Army Starts Offensive Against Militants At least 20 dead in Somalia attacks At least 60 die in Iraq prison attack Westgate mall attackers spent four months planning in Nairobi Westgate attackers spent four months planning in Nairobi, says official U.N. Security Council calls for humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza U.N. Security Council Calls for Unconditional Cease-Fire in Gaza Toronto mayor Rob Ford in extraordinary crack cocaine confession Toronto Mayor Rob Ford denies crack cocaine allegations 6.3-magnitude quake hits Honshu, Japan: CENC 6.7-magnitude earthquake jolts Taiwan: CENC Chinese shares close higher Tuesday Chinese shares close lower on Wednesday Car Bombs Kill 58 in Iraqi Capital Car bombings kill 13 civilians in Iraqi capital Foreign companies eye new 'opening-up' More carriers likely in China Ukrainian protesters back in streets for anti-government rally Ukraine protesters topple Lenin statue in Kiev Senior Taliban leader arrested in S. Afghan operation 4 Taliban members arrested in night raid operation: Afghan police Canadian freight train blast death toll hits three, to riseCanadian government 'monitoring' train blast situation Diana Nyad making progress on Cuba to Florida swim Diana Nyad completes historic Cuba-Florida swim US sends military advisers to Iraq US deploys military advisers to Somalia U.S. fast-food workers plan nationwide strikes over minimum wage Fast-food workers strike for higher pay North Korea fires 18 rockets into Sea of Japan N. Korea test-fires 16 rockets into sea Nigel Farage calls on Government to let Syrian refugees into UK 'No plans' to resettle Syrian refugees in the UK Syrian opposition to meet over peace talks Syrian opposition: won't attend peace talks unless goal is Assad's exit Israel's Peres urges return to peace talks Gonsalves keeps up pressure on Dom Rep Australia to lead southern search for MH370 Australia PM Abbott warns of lengthy search for MH370 British leader loses vote on Syria response Cameron loses parliamentary vote on Syria military action China yuan weakens to 6.1651 against USD Tuesday China yuan strengthens to 6.1696 against USD Thursday All eyes on new Pak army chief Raheel Sharif Flood alerts in France as river levels rise China yuan strengthens to 6.1184 against USD Tuesday China yuan weakens to 6.1510 against USD Nineteen wounded in shootings at Mother‚Äôs Day parade in New Orleans Police vow to solve shootings of 19 in New Orleans Thai protesters disrupt early voting for disputed election Thai protest leader shot dead outside polling station Israeli forces detain 18, injure Bethlehem teen Israeli forces shoot, injure Bethlehem teenager Radio: Israel set to increase Palestinian prisoner release US: Israel to delay Palestinian prisoner release Morsi's supporters reject plan Morsi supporters march in Egypt Austrians Vote in General Election Algerians Vote in Presidential Election Egypt court sentences 10 Brotherhood supporters to death - sources Turkish PM tells supporters to prepare for rallies Obama condemns killing of 3 Israeli teens Bodies of missing Israeli teens found in West Bank Demonstrator's death stirs protests in Turkey Fresh clashes erupt in Turkey Explosion in a Muslim Brotherhood leader's farm in Egypt kills 4 Egyptian court sentences Muslim Brotherhood leader to life in prison Syrian rebels target military airports Syrian troops confront fierce attacks by rebels in military airport Men tried to behead soldier on London street, court hears Australia spied on Indonesia president: reports Toronto mayor Rob Ford in extraordinary crack cocaine confession Toronto Mayor Rob Ford: Claim he tried to buy crack video 'an outright lie' China quake leaves dozens dead China quake kills at least 179 Woman arrested in connection with damage of sculpture at Changi Airport Woman arrested for intrusion into Kinetic Rain sculpture at Changi Airport T1 Ukraine protesters rebuild barricades Putin speaks on Ukraine, protesters rebuild barricades Kerry Returns to Vietnam's Mekong Delta as Top U.S. Diplomat Kerry Returns to Vietnam, Now as Top US Diplomat Mel Smith dead at 60 and UK mourns a comedy favourite Griff Rhys Jones: Mel Smith was 'a force for life' Three dead, 63 hurt as New York buildings collapse Two dead, nine hurt in French building collapse Chinese shares close higher Tuesday Chinese stocks close lower Thursday Syrian opposition to meet over peace talks Syrian Opposition Splintered Ahead of Peace Talks Gunmen kill nine foreigners in Pakistan Gunmen kill 10 foreign tourists in northern Pakistan India Ink: Image of the Day: July 2 India Ink: Image of the Day: March 4 Boeing 777 plane crash-lands at San Francisco airport Plane crash lands at San Francisco airport NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden offered asylum in Venezuela NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden offered asylum by Venezuela, Nicaragua and now Bolivia Nigerian military claims killing of top extremist Nigerian military says no foreign operation by allies UN passes global arms trade treaty U.N. to regulate global arms trade Israeli army kills Palestinian in Ramallah Israeli airstrike wounds two Palestinian activists in Gaza Asian Muslims celebrate Eid as 14 killed in Afghanistan Asian Muslims celebrate Eid as 52 die in Pakistan, Afghanistan Suicide bomber kills 12 in Iraq cafe Suicide Bomber Kills 15 in Northern Iraq Pakistan condemns US drone strikes Pakistan condemns US drone strike in Shawal Area SC's ex-Gov. Sanford wins runoff, will face Colbert Busch SC's ex-Gov. Sanford clears hurdle in comeback bid Car bomb at Swedish consulate in Libya's Benghazi, no casualties Car Bomb Hits Swedish Consulate in Benghazi, None Hurt Nelson Mandela remains in critical condition SA President: Mandela 'remains in a critical condition' Eight Killed in Iraq Violence 6 killed in Iraq's violence Court overturns murder conviction of former FBI agent linked to mobster Florida appeals court overturns murder conviction of former FBI agent 51 killed, 191 wounded in violent attacks in Iraq 35 killed, 138 wounded in wave of attacks in Iraq Russian coal mines seek new outlets in China Russian foreign minister to meet UN chief Aust shares edge higher Aust shares close higher White House on offensive to thwart Iran sanctions Wall Street rises on proposal to avert Syria strikes Ukraine‚Äôs pro-Russia protesters demand greater autonomy Sudanese protesters demand the regime's ouster Iraq army fights to retake Tikrit Iraq army claims victory in Tikrit Iran condemns alleged Israeli airstrike on Syria Democrats Face Divide Over a Strike on Syria Israel agrees to extend Gaza truce by four hours Israel, Hamas reportedly agree to 12-hour truce Death toll rises to 51 in Latvian supermarket collapse Death toll hits 63 in Mumbai building collapse Bearded Drag Queen Wins Eurovision Song Contest Austria's 'bearded lady' wins Eurovision Song Contest Fire at South Korean bus terminal kills 5 S Korea bus station fire kills seven Israel to free Palestinian prisoners as deal to resume peace talks emerges Israel to release Palestinian prisoners Obama calls for calm after Zimmerman acquittal in Martin case Obama calls for calm after Zimmerman acquittal; protests held North Korea says to restart nuclear reactor North Korea to restart Yongbyon nuclear reactor Firefighters battle raging California wildfire Firefighters make ‚Äėexcellent‚Äô progress in battling massive California wildfire Bomber strikes near Pakistan army HQ Bombing Outside Restaurant in Pakistan Wounds 15 Brazilians throng streets to greet pope In Brazil, thousands turn out to greet Pope Francis Four civilians, three NATO soldiers killed in Afghanistan Three NATO soldiers killed in Afghanistan Pressure rises on White House over Benghazi Pressure rises on White House over Benghazi talking points One killed, 40 injured in Mexico candy factory blast Three killed, 21 injured in two road mishaps UN voices alarm over Israeli strikes on Syria Israeli official confirms second air strike at Syria China eases one-child policy China formalizes easing of one-child policy Early vote count in Iran gives reformer wide lead Iran vote count gives Rowhani wide lead Protesters swamp streets to reclaim revolution Egypt: Protesters storm Muslim Brotherhood's HQ Tokyo stocks open down 0.24% Tokyo stocks open up 0.52% Australia returns asylum seekers to Sri Lanka in sea transfer Australia: Australia hands asylum-seekers back to Sri Lanka Classic crossword - Saturday 20th April Cryptic crossword - Saturday 20th April Shankill blast victims to be remembered Crocodile victim's body recovered Afghan landslide toll 2,000, site may become massive grave Afghan landslide death toll unlikely to rise above 500 Typhoon Haiyan kills 1,774 in Philippines Typhoon Haiyan: 195mph winds batter Philippines 118 people killed in twin blasts in Nigeria Ten killed in new blast in Russia Iranian, Afghan ministers confer British, Iranian foreign ministers to meet at UN North Korea fires missiles as U.S., Japan, South Korea leaders meet North Korea missile threat: latest Glee star Cory Monteith found dead in hotel room in Canada 'Glee' star Cory Monteith found dead Egypt announces end to state of emergency Egypt declares month-long state of emergency Nigerian gunmen kill groom, 30 others in wedding convoy Nigeria official: Gunmen kill 30 in wedding convoy Croatia begins countdown to historic EU entry Croatia countdowns to joining EU Yolanda death toll climbs to 3,621 Kenya Red Cross says death toll rises to 68 Tokyo stocks close up 0.13pc Tokyo stocks close 0.75pc down Pyongyang proposes weekend talks with Seoul Pyongyang prepares for next nuclear test - media Five People Charged With Terror Offences British Police Charge Two Men with Terror Offences Palestinian diplomat hurt in blast Palestinian ambassador injured in apartment blast Five dead, 40 missing in Canada train disaster Five dead, 40 missing in Canad... Iran says ready for fresh round of nuclear talks Iran's Khamenei renews support for nuclear talks Clashes continue between police and protesters in Turkey Turkish police fight protesters, clear square Those refused medical cards urged to contact HSE HSE boss defends medical-card plan World‚Äôs largest building opened in west China Italy‚Äôs centre-left splinters in presidential vote Fire At Immigration Detention Centre Fire at privately run immigration detention centre Hassoun to Mauritanian delegation: conspiracy imposed on Syria targets its stances, particularly over Palestine Mufti : conspiracy aginst Syria targets its stances, particularly towards Palestine Singapore stocks close 0.7 pct higher Singapore stocks end up 0.16 pct Israeli lightly hurt by stones in West Bank Israeli troops kill Palestinian in West Bank raid Death toll from Egypt protests rises to 49 Death toll from Egypt violence rises to 638 Hong Kong set for democracy march Hong Kong set for huge democracy rally Senate confirms Janet Yellen as chair of US Federal ReserveUS Senate Confirms Janet Yellen as New Central Bank Chief Tehran-London ties to improve, Afkham Tehran-London ties to improve Syrian opposition agree to landmark peace talks Syria opposition pressed to attend talks Suicide attack kills eight in Baghdad Suicide attacks kill 24 people in Baghdad Up to 19 firefighters missing in Arizona Wild fire kills 19 firefighters in Arizona Poverty stats doubt Modi's development claims GM to start taking recall compensation claims Aug 1 Pro-Russia rebels to hold vote in Ukraine Syria rebels: We killed Hezbollah men in Lebanon Georgians vote for new president Ally of Georgia's billionaire PM to be president -exit polls Facts about North Korea's Musudan missile North Korea fires another missile MERS respiratory illness found in U.S., officials confirm First case of MERS, a SARS-like respiratory illness, reported in North America On War Criminals and Heroes: The Whitewashing of Ariel Sharon ŔÄ On war criminals and heroes: The whitewashing of Ariel Sharon Obama to meet with China‚Äôs Xi in California June 7-8 Obama to meet Ukrainian prime minister at White House EU declares Hezbollah's military wing terror group EU puts Hezbollah military wing on terror list Rogers, Videotron extend reach with network-sharing deal Rogers, Videotron reach network-sharing, spectrum deal US drone strike 'kills 4 militants in Pakistan' Suspected US Drone Kills 2 Militants in Pakistan Protests for kidnapped girls banned in Nigerian capital Scores 'killed' in Boko Haram raid in Nigeria Germany welcomes Iran nuclear agreement Syria welcomes Iran's nuclear deal Prominent AIDS researchers killed in Malaysian plane crash Top AIDS Researcher Killed in Malaysia Plane Crash What the Papers Say, June 25, 2013 What the Papers Say, Aug. 19, 2013 Wing walker, pilot die in biplane crash at Ohio air show Two killed in small plane crash at U.S. air show Gunmen kill nine foreigners in Pakistan Gunmen kill nine tourists in Pakistan Ukraine protest leaders name ministers, Russian troops on alert Ukraine says it will not bow to Russian "provocations" in Crimea Two French journalists killed in Mali Two French journalists killed after Mali kidnapping 2 Indian traders stranded in China sent back home 46 Indian nurses stranded in Iraq return home Asian shares higher on Fed signs Asian shares climb ahead of Fed decision Letter with ricin sent to senator Reid: Letter with ricin or poison sent to senator California governor declares drought emergency California governor declares drought emergency as wildfires continue to burn Peace talks with Palestinians would take months: Israel official 3yo Palestinian girl killed in Israeli raid 17:02 23 killed in Iraq car bombings 11 children killed in Syria bombings China yuan weakens to 6.1559 against USD China yuan weakens to 6.1818 against USD Tuesday Two dead, more trapped in latest Mumbai building collapse Two are trapped as US building collapses Air strikes kills dozens in northern Syria Ukraine will not give 'an inch' over Crimea Israelis and Palestinians aim to negotiate a 'final' peace deal after positive talks Israeli army kills 3 Palestinian militants in West Bank clashes Man United Says Moyes Leaves as Manager Man United hires Moyes to replace Ferguson Chinese tourist abducted from Malaysia China returns 10 children abducted from Vietnam Tropical Storm Barry forms off Mexico's coast, bringing heavy rain as it heads toward Veracruz Tropical Storm Barry weakens, dumps rain on Mexico Japanese politician apologizes for sex comment Japan mayor apologizes to U.S., denies wrong words on "comfort women" 4 killed, 6 injured in attacks in Iraq 43 killed, 86 wounded in attacks in Iraq UN inspectors hail progress over Syria chemical weapons U.S. has not concluded Syria used chemical weapons -White House US diplomat killed in Afghanistan wanted to help US diplomat killed in Afghanistan worked with John Kerry Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood Refuses to Back Down Egypt's arrest of Muslim Brotherhood supreme guide brings ban closer Iran‚Äôs Rouhani admits chemical weapons killed people in Syria Probe alleged use of chemical weapons in Syria Two arrests made after protest against Nigel Farage Kerry vows progress after latest intensive Mideast trip Blast near Iranian consulate in Peshawar kills one Suicide attack at Iranian consulate in Peshawar kills two Gunmen kill 15 Libyan soldiers Gunmen kill 3 Lebanese troops near Syria Pictures show completed Costa Concordia operation Timelapse of Costa Concordia operation Iran Nuclear Talks Enter Third Day Iran nuclear talks enter crucial third day Texas Won't Switch Execution Drug Texas won't switch execution drug Twitter shares rocket at opening Twitter shares rocket as trading begins Pakistan‚Äôs Musharraf granted bail Former Pakistani dictator Musharraf granted bail Protesters gather in Brazil despite concessions Protests sweep Brazil despite concession FTSE Bursa Malaysia update: 11.30am FTSE Bursa Malaysia update: 9 a.m. Super typhoon hits Taiwan, Philippines Super Typhoon Whips Philippines and Taiwan then Heads for China Scores dead, 1,000 injured in China earthquake Dozens dead, 1,000 injured in China quake China reports 5 new H7N9 cases, 33 total E China reports 4 new H7N9 cases Australian PM Kevin Rudd calls election for 7 September Australian PM Rudd calls Sept. 7 poll Suicide Bomber Kills 15 in Northern Iraq Suicide car bomb kills 12 in northern Iraq Rudd sworn in as Australian PM Rudd sworn in as Australia's new Prime Minister Iran nuclear talks expected to resume this week UK: Iran nuclear talks at a serious point Yemen officials: US drone kills 2 militants Yemen drone strike kills militants Indian sub sinks with 18 on board Indian submarine explodes with 18 sailors on board Susan Boyle reveals she has Asperger‚Äôs Susan Boyle tells British paper she has Asperger's Bangkok tense on Thai election eve Bangladesh: Crackdown Escalates Ahead of Election Israel calls Iran nuclear deal 'historic mistake' Breakthrough deal curbs Iran's nuclear activity Chinese stocks open lower Thursday China stocks close lower on Thursday Israel Forces Kill 2 Palestinian Militants Israeli army kills Palestinian militant in raid China ‚Äėwill protect interests‚Äô of foreign business Obama in ‚Äėdirect‚Äô confrontation with Putin on Ukraine Death toll 'rises to 17' after typhoon strikes Japan Death Toll Rises to 84 in Pakistan Floods Ukraine offers unilateral ceasefire Ukraine's Poroshenko declares ceasefire Silvio Berlusconi's tax fraud conviction upheld Berlusconi lashes out at tax fraud conviction D.C. Votes to Decriminalize Marijuana DC votes to decriminalize pot Many dead as asylum boat sinks off Australia Mandela spends third day in hospital Obama says Korean War veterans ‚Äėdeserved better‚Äô Obama: Korean War vets ‚Äėdeserve better‚Äô 6 policemen killed in gunmen attack in northern Iraq 3 Egyptian policemen killed by gunmen in Cairo attack North Korea's Kim hails execution of powerful uncle North Korean intrigue: The execution of power Russia offers assurances on Syrian chemical weapons removalRussia says Syria to remove chemical weapons this month Margaret Thatcher dies after stroke Margaret Thatcher dies at 87 Chinese president arrives in Netherlands for state visit, nuclear summit Chinese president arrives in Venezuela for state visit NATO soldier killed in Taliban attack Four soldiers killed in Yemen Israel sanctions Palestinians in new blow to peace talks Israel to release Palestinian prisoners as part of deal to revive peace talks UK Sky News cameraman killed in Egypt Sky News Cameraman Killed In Egypt Gunmen kill nine foreign tourists, guide in Pakistan Gunmen kill 9 foreign tourists, 1 Pakistani Rudd sworn in as Australia's new prime minister Rudd to be sworn in as Australian prime minister Protests continue in tense Ukraine capital Protests Continue In Ukraine's Capital Stocks rise in early trading Stocks inch higher in early trading FBI audio expert testifies in Zimmerman trial Jury selection begins in Zimmerman's trial Brazil Buzzing With Anticipation for Pope Francis Brazil crowds greet Pope Francis Iranian nuclear talks to be extended to November Iran nuclear talks extended to November 24 Egypt police fail to start operation to disperse pro-Mursi camps Egypt postpones dispersing pro-Morsi protest camps Two French journalists killed after Mali kidnapping Two French journalists abducted, killed in Northern Mali Bangladesh building collapse death toll passes 600: army Bangladesh building collapse death toll tops 1,000 Headlines in major Iranian newspapers on Dec 14 Headlines in major Iranian newspapers on July 29 Boston bombing suspect to appear in court Boston bombing suspect buried Iran warns of spillover of possible war on Syria Iranian Delegation Heads to Lebanon, Syria Death toll in India building collapse hits 42 Toll from India building collapse hits 25 Liquid ammonia leak kills 15 in Shanghai Ammonia leak kills 15 in Shanghai Ukraine's Tymoshenko urges protesters to carry on Ukraine's opposition chief wants more protests At least 20 dead in Somalia attacks At least 8 injured in large Boston blaze Obama announces creation of twin manufacturing hubs US stocks retreat on manufacturing data Five charged with terrorism offences Five People Charged With Terror Offences President Obama reveals plans to withdraw troops from Afghanistan by 2016 US Government Shutdown: Obama tells Republicans to lift threat to US economy if they want talks US, NATO Raise Doubts Russia Pulled Back from Ukraine Border No Sign of Russian Withdrawal From Ukraine Border, Official Says Former Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf arrested again Former Pakistan military ruler Pervez Musharraf granted bail Teen survives flight across Pacific in plane wheel well Teen survives five-hour flight to Hawaii 'in airplane wheel well' Rahul compares Modi with Hitler Rahul Gandhi compares Narendra Modi to Hitler Arsenal stars poised to wear T-shirts in support Pat Rice's fight against cancer Arsenal great Rice in hospital with cancer FTSE Bursa Malaysia update: 11.30am FTSE Bursa Malaysia update: 3.00pm 27 dead, 22 injured in Afghanistan coal mine collapse One injured in Methodist Church building collapse India's election campaign enters final day Bitterly fought India election campaign enters final day 46 nurses from India freed in Iraq return home 46 Indian nurses stranded in Iraq return home Sisi to run for Egyptian president Egypt's draft constitution goes to interim president Abdullah Abdullah widens lead in Afghan presidential vote Halfway through: Abdullah Abdullah leads Ashraf Ghani by 11 percent after partial count US drone strike kills six in Pakistan officials Drone strike kills dozen in Pakistan Glasgow Helicopter Crash Search Ends Glasgow Helicopter Crash: Woman PC Is Victim Iran backs proposal for meeting on Syria conflict Iran says Israel lying about rockets Flight of Boston Marathon bombing suspects ended in mayhem Raid on Boston Marathon bombing suspect captured on film Taiwan stocks close 1.11 pct lower Taiwan stocks end 0.68 pct lower Three Israeli teens missing in West Bank Israeli army hunts teens missing in West Bank 6 dead, 26 hurt in Philippines bomb blast Six dead in Philippines bomb blast Police helicopter crashes into pub in Glasgow - several casualties Police helicopter crashes on top of bar in Glasgow Gunmen assassinate Libyan deputy industry minister Gunmen kill Libyan deputy industry minister Quotations in the News Quotations of the day Foreign exchange rates in Singapore Foreign exchange rates in India US drone strike 'kills 4 militants in Pakistan' US drone strike kills 10 in Pakistan Philip leaves hospital after 11 days Mandela leaves hospital after 10 days Bone fragment 'could be King Alfred' Remains in Winchester could be King Alfred the Great Israel frees second group of Palestinian prisoners Israel releases 26 Palestinian prisoners Thai government says elections Feb. 2 Philippines government says peace talks with communists have failed Ukraine revokes anti-protest law, PM resigns Ukraine to repeal anti-protest laws Two skydivers dead after colliding during US jump Two skydivers dead after colliding during jump in Arizona Quake shakes northeastern Japan, no tsunami risk Quake hits Japan, no tsunami warning UK's Ex-Premier Margaret Thatcher Dies At 87 Former British PM Margaret Thatcher dies German Parliament approves Cyprus aid package Eurozone crisis live: German parliament approves Cyprus bailout 'Iron Man' jetpacks spark concerns in Hawaii 'Iron Man' Jetpacks Spark Concerns Israel frees Palestinian prisoners Israel releases 26 Palestinian prisoners France Says Won't 'Shirk Responsibilities' in Syria France urges EU to be united on Syria Boston bombing suspect identified on surveillance video, no arrest Boston bombing suspect was under FBI surveillance, says mother 'Hundreds missing' as landslide hits Afghan villages Hundreds die in massive Afghan landslide Abdullah ahead in Afghanistan election race Abdullah leading in Afghan presidential elections China's anger at N. Korea overcomes worry over US China's anger at North Korea overcomes worry over U.S. stealth flights Ukraine acting president calls emergency meeting of... Ukraine's acting president convenes Security Council over unrests in southeast China stocks open lower Friday China stocks close lower on Thursday London Marathon observes silence for Boston bomb victims ‚Äď video London Marathon observes silence for Boston victims China yuan strengthens to new high against USD China yuan weakens to 6.1705 against USD Gunmen Surround Libya's Foreign Ministry To Push Demands Libya's foreign ministry cut off by armed men, official says Man held after teen shot in Belfast Man, 40, arrested after shooting Flight 370 search area shifts as satellite sightings raise hope MH370 search yet to target most likely crash site, says British firm Inmarsat China's Q2 GDP growth slows to 7.5 pct China growth slows to 75 in AprilJune govt Police stop Maldives presidential election Keita Wins Mali Presidential Election Kerry to Join Iran Nuclear Talks amid Hopes of Deal Kerry Joins European Officials at Iran Nuclear Talks Indian army kill 3 militants in Indian-controlled Kashmir Indian troops kill militant commander in Indian-controlled Kashmir N Korea postpones family reunions North Korea postpones war-torn family unions Quick crossword - Friday 31st May Classic crossword - Friday 31st May Neymar sends Brazil into Confed Cup semis Neymar powers Brazil into World Cup last 16 Car bomb kills 20 in northwest Syria Car bomb kills 40 in northwest Pakistan WTO reaches first trade reform deal WTO achieves historic trade deal in Bali Colorado Governor Visits School Shooting Victim Colorado governor visits school shooting victim Iran ups oil swap with eastern neighbors Iran urges rapid release of diplomat Turkey president appeals for calm Texas house provisionally approves abortion law North Korea test fires 30 missiles into the sea N Korea 'fires 100 shells' into the sea U.S. Senate drafts resolution for military strike against Syria US Senate panel approves use of force against Syria Man dies in Co Donegal house fire Woman dies in Co Cork house fire Doha gas blast kills 12, injures dozens Syria missile kills 26, including 8 kids Polar bear DNA 'may help fight obesity' Polar bear study may boost fight against obesity 42 killed, 63 wounded in violence in Iraq 44 killed, 133 wounded in Iraq's violence Junta expects next Thai elections in Oct 2015 Junta Expects Next Thai Elections in October 2015 At least 350 dead as landslide hits Afghan villages At least 350 dead as landslides swamp village Polling stations open at Ukrainian presidential election Nominations open for e.TV Ghana Most Influential Awards India Ink: Image of the Day: April 21 India Ink: Image of the Day: May 2 Bachelet Seen Winning Chile Presidential Runoff Bachelet set for big win in Chile's 2-woman poll showdown Up to 21, mostly foreigners, killed in Kabul suicide attack13 foreigners among 21 killed in Kabul restaurant attac... 'Fast & Furious' star Paul Walker dies in car crash Paul Walker dead: Fast and Furious star, 40, killed in car crash US drone strike kills three in northwest Pakistan US drone strike kills 4 in NW Pakistan Chemical weapons team kidnapped in Syria, reports claim Chemical-weapons team attacked in Syria; all members safe Hushen 300 Index closes higher Wednesday Hushen 300 Index ends higher Monday Two French journalists killed in Mali France confirms two French journalists killed in Mali Air strike kills one man in Syria's Hama US drone strike kills eleven in Pakistan Morsi, army ready for showdown in 'final hours' Mursi, Egypt army ready to die in 'Final Hours' showdown Iran needs more nuclear power plants Iran to build 2nd nuclear power plant Pakistani Taliban chief Hakimullah Mehsud killed in drone strike Pakistani Taliban 'elect new chief', vow 'unprecedented' revenge Chinese shares close higher Friday Chinese stocks open lower Friday Turkish PM, president clash over reply to protests Turkish president calls for calm amid nationwide protests Gunmen kill nine tourists in Pakistan Gunmen Attack Hotel In Remote Pakistani Province Israel and Hamas to observe brief Gaza truce Israel And Hamas 'Accept Temporary Truce' South Africa unites in prayer and song for Mandela South Africans Embark on Day of ‚ÄėPrayer and Reflection‚Äô for Mandela China rushes relief after Sichuan quake kills 180 China Rushes Relief After Sichuan Quake Kills 188 Chemical Arms Team to Begin Talks With Syria UN Chemical Arms Experts To Visit Syria Russia says Syria to ship chemical arms as civilians flee bombs Russia says Syria to remove chemical weapons this month Wave of bombings, shootings kill 38 in Iraq Wave of car bombs, other attacks kill 31 in Iraq China's troubled Xinjiang hit by more violence China's online population rises to 618 mln Five Killed in Muslim-Christian Clashes in Egypt 5 die in Christian-Muslim clashes in Egypt Tony Blair rejects 'bizarre' claims that invasion of Iraq caused the crisis Iraq crisis: Tony Blair rejects 'bizarre' claims 2003 invasion caused current situation Four killed in oil industry helicopter crash off Scotland Four dead in North Sea oil industry helicopter crash Relatives scuffle with police after China fire kills 120 Angry families demand answers after China plant fire kills 119 Iran rejects claim on chlorine bombs Iran rejects MKO claim on nuclear site India Minister's wife died 'unnatural death' after affair rumours Minister's wife's death 'unnatural' China surpasses US as world's largest trading nation China set to overtake US as world's biggest goods trader Erdogan criticizes court ruling after lifting Twitter ban Erdogan slams top court for lifting Twitter ban 3 dead, 1 hurt in shooting at S Carolina oceanfront motel 4 dead, 30 injured in train collision near Moscow Egypt postpones dispersing pro-Morsi camps Egypt Postpones Dispersing Pro- Morsi Protest Camps Burial of Boston bombing suspect appears legal 'Ready to go home:' Last Boston bombing victim leaves the hospital 5 killed in S China road cave-in 02:41 156 killed in China earthquake South Africa president: Mandela is improving Afghan president delays signing US deal World News Update, what you need to know Labour's 50p tax rate: what you need to know Syrian civil war in photos Syrian civil war peace talks at risk from Iran invitation Iranian nuclear talks to be extended to November New Iran nuclear talks probably in November: report Iran warns against military intervention in Iraq FM Spokeswoman: Iran against US military interference in Iraq Myanmar orders Doctors without Borders to suspend all activities in the country Doctors Without Borders Expelled From Myanmar US Military Plane Crashes in Kyrgyzstan US Refueling Plane Crashes in Kyrgyzstan Asiana jet crash lands at San Francisco airport Boeing 777 plane crash-lands at San Francisco airport Israel approves release of 104 Palestinian prisoners Israel allows Palestinian prisoner release Strong new quake hits shattered Pak region 6.8 quake in shattered Pakistan region China launches longest-ever manned space mission China successfully launches manned spacecraft House blaze kills 7 in northern Pakistan US drone strike kills 8 in NW Pakistan Arias jury deadlocked on death penalty Jodi Arias jury deadlocks on penalty Today in History, Jan. 24 Today in History, Feb. 19 Desmond Tutu says he will attend Mandela funeral Tutu says will attend Mandela funeral Abdullah Widens Lead in Afghan Presidential Poll Explosions heard near Afghan presidential palace Imran blames rival for colleague murder Pakistans Imran blames rival for killing party member Venezuelan opposition leader sought Venezuela Government, Opposition Head for Showdown California Chrome wins Preakness; one victory from Triple Crown California Chrome wins Preakness, moves one win from Triple Crown Bangladesh Honors Factory Victims Retailers back Bangladesh factory safety pact Man Who Set Himself on Fire on National Mall Has Died Man Sets Himself on Fire on National Mall, Flown to Hospital Police use water cannon as India gang-rape protest turns violent Police fire teargas, water cannon at Istanbul protesters Egypt changes venue for trial of ousted president Egypt Changes Venue for Trial of Ousted President Police say one suspect in Boston Marathon bombing dead, one at large Cop killed near Boston, link to bombing unclear Japan defends dolphin hunt after US criticism Japan defends dolphin hunts after criticism from US Bomb blast rocks shopping mall in Nigeria, 12 killed Bomb blasts before Indian opposition rally kill 4 Philippines typhoon death toll at 4,460: UN Philippines typhoon death toll rises above 5,000 Syrian army retakes historic Crusader castle 00:00 Syrian troops capture fabled Crusader castle Third victim of Santa Barbara shooting identified 5th victim of Santa Monica shooting dies Police fire teargas on Venezuelan vote protesters Chavez heir Maduro wins Venezuela's presidency Shanghai stock indices close mixed -- Nov. 11 Shanghai stock indices close higher -- July 23 Wave of attacks kills at least 95 in Iraq Suicide attack kills at least 12 in northern Iraq Strong quake strikes off central Java, Indonesia Strong quake strikes off eastern Indonesia World's oldest person, and oldest man ever, dies at 116 Japan: World's Oldest Man Ever Dies Aged 116 Saudi Arabia refuses UN security council seat Saudi Arabia Turns Down UN Security Council Spot Twin suicide bombings hit Iraq camp 11 killed in twin Iraq suicide bombings Top Chinese political advisor meets Greek PM Top Chinese political advisor meets Yemeni president Palestinian diplomat injured in explosion in Prague Palestinian ambassador injured in apartment blast Ukraine leader pledges crisis talks Ukraine Leader Pledges Crisis Talks New major earthquake rocks southwest Pakistan Moderate earthquake hits southern Pakistan 7 killed in attacks in Iraq 16 killed in series of attacks in Iraq Floods in central Europe continue to create havoc Europe floods continue to create havoc US military presence in East Asia NATO ups military presence amid Russian threat Deaths rise in Israeli air strikes on Gaza Deaths rise in air strikes on Gaza Police fire tear gas at pro-Morsy protesters Turkish police fire teargas at protesters in Istanbul Group: 7 Palestinians killed in Syria Palestinian killed in Israeli raid US believes Syrian government used chemical weapons US suspects Syria used chemical weapons World powers and Iran to resume expert nuclear talks on Dec. 30 Iran nuclear experts, world powers to resume talks next week Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood Refuses to Back Down Egyptian court sentences Muslim Brotherhood leader to life in prison At least 6 dead in Canada bus, train crash At least 6 dead in Paris train crash Del Bosque includes injured Diego Costa in Spain‚Äôs World Cup squad Spain Gambles on Costa in 23-Man World Cup Squad Chinese president meets Greek PM, calling for stronger partnership Chinese president meets Indian vice president AstraZeneca pays $4.1bn to buy Bristol-Myers Squibb out of diabetes alliance AstraZeneca to buy Bristol out of diabetes venture for up to $4.1 billion Italian fugitive arrested in Dominican Republic Australian icebreaker arrives in East Antarctica for new rescue bid Boston bombing suspect remains in hospital Boston bombing suspect charged in hospital bed Indian stocks open lower Indian stocks close lower India, US to hold talks on China next week Egypt to hold more talks with IMF on loan next week 6.6-magnitude quake hits South Atlantic Ocean -- USGS Magnitude-5.1 quake hits southern Iran -- USGS FAA lifts ban on U.S. flights to Tel Aviv FAA lifts ban on U.S. flights to Israel Foreign exchange rates in Singapore Foreign exchange rates in Hong Kong Israel Carrying Out Ground Offensive In Gaza Israel Launches Ground Offensive In Gaza Luxembourg PM quits amid spying scandal Luxembourg votes after spying row Ehud Olmert, former Israeli prime minister, sentenced to six years in jail for corruption Ehud Olmert sentenced to six years in Israel Amazon's Bezos rescued by Ecuadorian Navy Amazon's Bezos rescued by Ecuador Navy due to kidney stone Brahimi apologises to Syria over lack of peace progress Mediator apologizes to Syrians for lack of peace progress occupied Palestinian territory: The EU, the Netherlands and Sweden contribute ‚ā¨18.9 million to the Palestinian Authority's payment of June salaries and pensions occupied Palestinian territory: The EU, Denmark, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg and The Netherlands make a ‚ā¨16.4 million contribution to the Palestinian Authority's payment of April salaries and pensions Egyptian protesters issue Morsi resignation ultimatum Ukraine protesters battle police in new clashes Syria peace talks in jeopardy Syria peace talks delayed again 5 Things to Know About the Sochi Olympics 7 Things to Know About Ethanol China yuan advances to 6.2035 against USD Tuesday China yuan slightly advances to 6.1408 against USD Wednesday China stocks open lower on Wednesday China's stocks close lower on Monday US delays missile test as tensions rise William Hague: US decision to halt missile test 'sensible' Fire in Beijing kills 10 Fire in Beijing kills ten Nigeria Offers $300,000 Reward for Information on Abducted Girls Nigeria offers 300000 reward for information on kidnapped girls Maldives vice president resigns as polls get mired Maldives presidential candidate refuses to take part in key run-off World's oldest man dies at 116 Japan: World's Oldest Man Ever Dies Aged 116 Classic crossword - Friday 31st May Classic crossword - Saturday 1st June Israel launches airstrikes in Gaza after rocket attacks IAF jets strike Gaza after rocket fire Vybz Kartel found guilty of murder Vybz Kartel: Jamaican dancehall star found guilty of murder India, China ink border pact; 8 other agreements India, China ink agreement on trans-border rivers Drone strike in Hangu kills 8, injures 5 US drone strike in Pakistan kills five Global chemical watchdog wins Nobel Peace Prize Chemical weapons watchdog wins Nobel Peace prize Syrian regime 'using chemical weapons on a small scale' White House says Syria uses chemical weapons in conflict 3 dead, 4 missing in central China construction accident One dead, 8 missing in Vietnam boat accident Pakistanis vote in landmark election Pakistan holds landmark election as 29 killed in attacks Venezuela expels three U.S. diplomats Venezuela Expels 3 U.S. Diplomats Boeing 777 crashes while landing at San Francisco airport; 2 dead; scores injured Boeing 777 crashes while landing at San Francisco airport Microsoft launches Office for iPad FINALLY: Microsoft touts Office for iPad ‚Äď but there's a catch Heavy smog hits north China city, flights cancelled Heavy Smog Hits North China City, Flights Canceled William More Popular Than The Queen - Poll 'Prince William more popular than Queen, Charles' India braces itself as 'super cyclone' heads for east coastIndia on red alert as "super cyclone" nears east coast Russia claims to have foiled possible terror act Russia says ballistic 'objects' fired in Mediterranean Egypt's bruised Islamists protest after bloody week Egypt Islamists defiant after deadly clashes Syrian chemical arms destruction begins Syria chemical arms production equipment destroyed 3 Chinese tourists killed in Pakistan Seven kidnappers killed in southern Nigeria Sevens World Cup within Kenya‚Äôs reach Clash of Styles in Court Opens Trial in Young Man‚Äôs Death US, China fail to paper over cracks in ties China: Relief in focus as hope for missing fades Gunmen kill 10 foreign tourists in northern Pakistan Islamic militants kill 9 foreign tourists, 1 Pakistani Austrian found hoarding 56 stolen skulls in home museum Stolen skulls found in home museum Winter weather hits Thanksgiving travellers Bad Weather Arrives in Time for Thanksgiving Travel Did Zeppelin rip off Stairway to Heaven? Led Zeppelin to be sued over Stairway to Heaven Egypt Launches Offensive Against Sinai Militants Egypt launches offensive against Sinai insurgents Record-setting Southwest heat wave turns fatal At least 1 dead, 40 hospitalized in Southwest heat wave George W. Bush Undergoes Heart Procedure President George W. Bush has stent procedure Detroit eligible for bankruptcy protection: U.S. judge Detroit eligible for bankruptcy protection Algeria president gets therapy after stroke: state media Bulgarian president tries to break election stalemate British Nobel-Winning Author Doris Lessing Dies Nobel Prize winning author Doris Lessing dies Abe's shrine visit draws wide condemnation, criticism Japanese PM Shinzo Abe's war shrine visit angers neighbours 01:12 Fan dies after Scotland rugby match Rugby fan dies after Scotland v England match Gap joins Bangladesh safety accord Global brands commit to Bangladesh safety after collapse Israeli government authorises new settlements ahead of talks Israel Approves New Settlement Homes Ahead of Peace Talks Shenzhen stock indices close higher Monday Shenzhen stock indices close higher -- July 23 World Cup live: France 0-0 Germany World Cup live: Germany 0-0 Ghana Egyptian security forces kill 30 protesters: Brotherhood Egyptian security forces arrest Brotherhood leaders' son Tokyo to host 2020 Games Tokyo wins race to host 2020 Olympic Games Firefighters unaccounted for battling Ariz. blaze Firefighters perish in Arizona blaza Pakistani Taliban chief killed in US drone strike Funeral for Pakistan Taliban chief 'set to take place' Putin signs Crimea annexe treaty 09:32 Putin signs off Crimea annexation FAA continues ban on US flights to Tel Aviv FAA lifts ban on U.S. flights to Tel Aviv Modi condoles the people who died in Mumbai stampede Indian media reports: 18 killed in Mumbai stampede Mandela remains in critical but stable condition: Zuma Mandela in ‚Äėcritical but stable‚Äô condition France warns of extremists benefiting from Egypt violence France fears extremists will benefit from Egypt violence Brazil Leader Breaks Silence About Protests Brazil leader breaks silence about protests Death toll rises in Dhaka building collapse Two die in Mumbai building collapse China demands answers from US over spying claims China demands explanation from US on Huawei spying report Chinese envoy rebuts Vietnamese, Philippine accusations over South China Sea China's Xi tells Vietnam wants peace in South China Sea Thai opposition party to boycott general election Thailand's opposition Democrat Party announces boycott of February general election Four more people arrested over Australia's largest illegal tobacco importation syndicate Police target illegal tobacco syndicate 9 Killed in Attack on Indian Consulate in Afghanistan 12 killed in attack on Indian consulate in Afghan city Yemen: Fighting in north kills over 120 Janet Yellen: Five things you might not know Obama moves to fill Fed board, taps Fischer to be No. 2 Obama voices willingness to talk with GOP on budget US-Russia reach agreement on Syria US-Russia reach agreement on Syria weapons Pakistan's Musharraf charged over Bhutto murder Pakistan's Musharraf Charged In Bhutto Death Iran's president condemns use of chemical weapons in Syria Probe alleged use of chemical weapons in Syria A society fraying at the edges Old TV alignments crack at the edges UN Invites Iran to Syrian Peace Conference UN: Iran Invited to Attend Syrian Peace Conference Italy bus crash death toll rises Starbucks clears college degree path for workers UN retracts Iran invitation to Syria talks UN chief withdraws invitation for Iran to join Syria peace talks Soccer Ref Punched by Player Dies Police: Utah soccer referee punched by player dies Angela Merkel headed for narrow win in German elections Malawi's new president sworn in after disputed elections British teenager killed in fall from Magaluf hotel British teenager killed in Magaluf hotel fall Iran FM confers with Iraqi acting president Rouhani becomes new Iranian president Israel detains 37 Palestinians as arrest operation continues Israel criticizes Palestinian stance on settlers Rebels kill 21 civilians in Syria Alawite village Bomb kills 18 civilians in Afghanistan World sends emergency relief to battered Philippines Typhoon Haiyan: world sends relief to battered Philippines Newspapers Review: Abbas‚Äô Speech focus of Dailies Newspapers Review: Nakba Day Events Focus of Dailies Israel: Syria must be stripped of chemical weapons Syria agrees to surrender chemical weapons Palestinian hunger striker, Israel reach deal Palestinian activist detained in Israeli raid Malaysian cop killed, another kidnapped in Sabah Massive hunt for gunmen after cop killed, another kidnapped during Sabah shootout Final death toll in Mumbai building collapse is 60 Death toll hits 72 in Mumbai building collapse Crimea parliament votes to join Russia Crimean parliament formally applies to join Russia Assad says Syria will comply with UN arms resolution Syria's Assad vows to comply with U.N. resolution Crimean parliament formally applies to join Russia Crimea parliament votes to join Russia Morsi Supporters Urged to Abandon Sit-ins Morsi supporters protest in Egypt South Korean President Sorry For Ferry Response S. Korean president 'sorry' for ferry disaster 'Rapid inspection' of flood defences 'Rapid inspection' of Britain's flood defences Food price hikes raise concerns in Iran American Chris Horner wins Tour of Spain Obama made last-minute decision on Syria approval Obama mulls limited military action in Syria