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I would love to captain England: Rooney

2012-02-11T23:17:00.001-08:00

I would love to captain England: Rooney

I would love to captain England: Rooney
Olympic watchdog member accuses official of misrepresentation
Dortmund stay top after beating Leverkusen, Bayern win
Milan top after 2-1 win at Udinese in Serie A
AZ wins; Ajax earns first Dutch league win in 2012
Benfica ready for Zenit with 4-1 win over Nacional
Osasuna stun Barcaâ€™s league hopes with 3-2 win
Injured Lee set for early comeback
Would`ve liked to play but can understand big picture: Hussey
United win overshadowed by Suarez-Evra spat
Redknapp`s roller-coaster week ends on a high
Mali beats Ghana 2-0 for 3rd place at African Cup
Tiger ominously on the prowl at Pebble Beach
Linsanity: Knicks benchwarmer becomes a star
Wi maintains the lead as Tiger charges
World champion Blake opens season with lifetime best
Tevez could still play role for City says Mancini
India Vs Australia LIVE SCORE: Adelaide ODI
Isner thanks Courier after halting Federer
NSW says it won`t block Cricket Australia reforms
US sweeps Federer`s Swiss team out of Davis Cup
Suarez is disgrace to Liverpool, says Ferguson
Ghosal in semifinals of Windy Open squash
Dempo want to regain confidence by defeating Pailan Arrows
Rushmi wins double at national grass-court tennis
PLS auction postponed, future imperfect
HAL coach blames referee for colluding with Churchill Bros
Churchill rally to draw against HAL
Rohit Yadav, Sameer Verma to clash in final
Sahara announces cash incentives for archers
Everton beat Chealsea 2-0 at Goodison Park
AIFF to withdraw permission for holding Premier League Soccer
Confusion prevails over Team India`s rotation policy
Negi holds Leim in exciting game
Gangjee tied 16th at Philippine Open golf
Atwal drops further back, Woods struggles with putting
Jeev shoots 70 and is placed 29th in Dubai Classic
Mohun Bagan scrape past Mumbai FC
Positive outcome likely from Sahara-BCCI meeting on Sunday
Baichung gets inaugural Banga-Samman award
It`s Dinda vs Bist as East take on Central in Duleep final
Shillong Lajong beats Kingfisher East Bengal 2-1
IOA condoles death of BFI CEO Harish Sharma
SACA concerned over viability of CSA expansion plans
Ryder unlikely to be rushed back into Kiwi team
Capello Indexâ€™ to cause further embarrassment for FA
Rooney's double gives Manchester United 2-1 win over Liverpool
Misbah praises Afghans` fighting spirit
Mumbai Fighters get walkover from LA to gain WSB QF berth
Capello denies â€˜escapingâ€™ from England managerâ€™s job

I would love to captain England: Rooney

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Wayne Rooney has expressed his desire to lead England but at the same time has backed Steven Gerrard for the job.

Olympic watchdog member accuses official of misrepresentation

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Alexander, a former member of the Commission for a Sustainable London claimed the executive had told the media that she agreed with the Dow sponsorship deal.

Dortmund stay top after beating Leverkusen, Bayern win

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Borussia Dortmund maintained a two-point lead at the top of the Bundesliga with a 1-0 win at home to Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday.

Milan top after 2-1 win at Udinese in Serie A

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AC Milan new signing Maxi Lopez scored his first goal for the Serie A champion to help it come from behind to beat Udinese 2-1.

AZ wins; Ajax earns first Dutch league win in 2012

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AZ Alkmaar was back on top of the Dutch league after Maarten Martensâ€™ two second-half goals earned a 2-0 win over Excelsior Rotterdam on Saturday.

Benfica ready for Zenit with 4-1 win over Nacional

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Spanish striker Rodrigo scored twice as Portuguese leader Benfica prepared for its upcoming Champions League match with a 4-1 victory over Nacional.

Osasuna stun Barcaâ€™s league hopes with 3-2 win

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Subzero temperatures and poor defending cost Barcelona as the defending Spanish championâ€™s league hopes took a big hit by losing 3-2 at Osasuna on Saturday.

Injured Lee set for early comeback

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Brett Lee could make a stunning early comeback in the ongoing ODI tri-series.

Would`ve liked to play but can understand big picture: Hussey

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Rested from the Adelaide ODI against India Mike Hussey said he would have preferred to be in the squad.

United win overshadowed by Suarez-Evra spat

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Luis Suarez`s refusal to shake hands with Patrice Evra overshadowed Manchester United`s 2-1 win over rival Liverpool.

Redknapp`s roller-coaster week ends on a high

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One of the most remarkable weeks in the life of Harry Redknapp ended on a high when Tottenham Hotspur side crushed Newcastle United 5-0.

Mali beats Ghana 2-0 for 3rd place at African Cup

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Mali beat 10-man Ghana 2-0 Saturday in the third-place match at the African Cup of Nations for its best finish since it lost the 1972 final.

Tiger ominously on the prowl at Pebble Beach

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Tiger Woods evoked memories of his glory days with a blistering run of six birdies in eight holes.

Linsanity: Knicks benchwarmer becomes a star

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Jeremy Lin came with an intriguing story even before he escaped the New York Knicks` bench.

Wi maintains the lead as Tiger charges

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Charlie Wi played bogey-free at Spyglass Hill for a 3-under 69 to build a three-shot lead on Saturday in the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am.

World champion Blake opens season with lifetime best

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Jamaican world 100 meters champion Yohan Blake opened his 2012 Olympic season with a lifetime best of 46.49 seconds.

Tevez could still play role for City says Mancini

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Manchester City outcast Carlos Tevez could still play for the club in the Premier League title run-in if he returns from Argentina.

India Vs Australia LIVE SCORE: Adelaide ODI

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Live updates of India Vs Australia from Adelaide Oval.

Isner thanks Courier after halting Federer

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John Isner spoiled a rare Davis Cup appearance by Roger Federer by stunning the Swiss 4-6 6-3 7-6 6-2 to give United States a 2-0 lead in their World Group first-round tie in Fribourg Friday.

NSW says it won`t block Cricket Australia reforms

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New South Wales (NSW) said it would not block the much needed reforming in Cricket Australia`s (CA) century-old board structure.

US sweeps Federer`s Swiss team out of Davis Cup

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The United States swept favored Switzerland out of the Davis Cup on Saturday when Mardy Fish and Mike Bryan beat Roger Federer and Stanislas Wawrinka 4-6, 6-3, 6-3, 6-3.

Suarez is disgrace to Liverpool, says Ferguson

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Luis Suarez is a disgrace to Liverpool and should never be allowed to play for them again, Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson said after the Uruguayan refused to shake Patrice Evra`s hand on Saturday.

Ghosal in semifinals of Windy Open squash

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Top seeded Indian Saurav Ghosal ended defending champion Olivier Pett`s campaign when he beat the English qualifier in four games in the quarter-finals of the METRO Windy City Open squash, the PSA World Tour International 25 squash event, in Chicago, on Saturday.

Dempo want to regain confidence by defeating Pailan Arrows

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Leaders Dempo will look to return to winning ways and consolidate their position at the top when they face minnows Pailan Arrows in an I-League return leg fixture at the Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Sunday.

Rushmi wins double at national grass-court tennis

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Five-time national champion Rushmi Chakravarthi overcame a stiff challenge from Sri Vaishnavi Peddi Reddy before winning 6-7 (3) 7-6(2) 7-5 in a three-hour battle to clinch the title in the Indian Jute-AITA National grass-court tennis at the South Club courts on Saturday.

PLS auction postponed, future imperfect

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The auction for the Indian players for the IFA-backed cash-rich Premier League Soccer, scheduled to be held on Saturday, was postponed on Saturday.

HAL coach blames referee for colluding with Churchill Bros

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HAL Coach R Thyagaraj has blamed on a match referee for "favouring" Churchill Brothers to rob them of a winning chance.

Churchill rally to draw against HAL

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A last minute stoppage time strike by Roberto Silva saved Churchill Brothers the blushes as they salvage a 1-1 draw against HAL in the 20th round of the I-League at Nehru Stadium, Fatorda on Saturday.

Rohit Yadav, Sameer Verma to clash in final

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Playing true to their seedings, Sameer Verma of Madhya Pradesh and Rohit C Yadav of Andhra Pradesh won their respective matches reach the final of the boy`s under-19 category of the National Junior Badminton championship.

Sahara announces cash incentives for archers

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Their relationship with the cricket board (BCCI) may be in troubled waters but Sahara India Pariwar on Saturday came forward to support Indian archers by offering them a total cash incentive of close to Rs 3 million.

Everton beat Chealsea 2-0 at Goodison Park

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Goodison Park again witnesses a major upset as Steven Pienaar and Denis Stracqualursi struck on either side of the halves to give Everton a morale boosting 2- 0 victory over a hapless Chelsea.

AIFF to withdraw permission for holding Premier League Soccer

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The much-anticipated IPL-style Premier League Soccer (PLS) may reach a dead end, with the AIFF set to withdraw the permission of conducting the tournament, during its all-powerful Emergency Committee meeting, here on Monday.

Confusion prevails over Team India`s rotation policy

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Team`s India`s policy of rotating its three openers, including Sachin Tendulkar, was again thrown into confusion with offspinner R Ashwin on Saturday saying that he is not aware of the team`s selection policy.

Negi holds Leim in exciting game

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Grandmaster Parimarjan Negi worked his way to an exciting draw with higher seeded Le Quang Leim of Vietnam in the fourth round of the `A` group of Aeroflot International chess tournament here.

Gangjee tied 16th at Philippine Open golf

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Despite a round of 74, Rahil Gangjee managed to move up one place to be placed tied 16th at the end of the third round of the ICTSI Philippine Open on Saturday.

Atwal drops further back, Woods struggles with putting

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Arjun Atwal`s woes continued as he shot a second round 77 to slip to almost the bottom of the leaderboard but it was not highly unlikely that he would make the cut after three rounds at AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am.

Jeev shoots 70 and is placed 29th in Dubai Classic

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Jeev Milkha Singh shot two-under 70 but still found himself falling three places at the end of third round of the Omega Dubai Desert Classic on Saturday.

Mohun Bagan scrape past Mumbai FC

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Mohun Bagan rallied from a goal deficit with two late strikes by Odafa Okolie to clinch a dramatic 2-1 victory over Mumbai FC and climb to the second spot of the I-League table at the Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Saturday.

Positive outcome likely from Sahara-BCCI meeting on Sunday

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The top brass of BCCI and the aggrieved Sahara Group will meet on Sunday in a bid to break the stalemate which prompted the corporate giant to withdraw sponsorship of the Indin cricket team and also pull out of the IPL.

Baichung gets inaugural Banga-Samman award

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Legendary Indian footballer Baichung Bhutia was among the 10 luminaries from diverse fields honoured with the inaugural Banga-Samman award by the West Bengal government Friday.

It`s Dinda vs Bist as East take on Central in Duleep final

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A confident East Zone side led by Nataraj Behera will be eyeing their maiden Duleep Trophy title when they take on five-time champions Central Zone in the final to be played here, from Sunday.

Shillong Lajong beats Kingfisher East Bengal 2-1

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North-East football giant Shillong Lajong on Saturday came from behind to beat Kingfisher East Bengal 2-1 in a thrilling encounter, witnessed by more than 20,000 strong fans at the J N Stadium.

IOA condoles death of BFI CEO Harish Sharma

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The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Saturday condoled the death of Harish Sharma, a former basketball player and Secretary General of Basketball Federation of India (BFI).

SACA concerned over viability of CSA expansion plans

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The South African Cricket Players` Association will oppose any expansion plans by Cricket South Africa that may lead to professional players receiving less pay, according to SACA chief executive Tony Irish.

Ryder unlikely to be rushed back into Kiwi team

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New Zealand Cricket`s medical staff has decided to exercise caution with Jessie Ryder after he tore a calf muscle, and have decided not to rush him back for the one-day series against South Africa later this month.

Capello Indexâ€™ to cause further embarrassment for FA

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The Football Association faces more embarrassment with former manager Fabio Capello set to publicly rate the England playersâ€™ performance at Euro 2012.

Rooney's double gives Manchester United 2-1 win over Liverpool

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At Old Trafford it was 2-1 in favour of Manchester United, Rooney finding the net twice.

Misbah praises Afghans` fighting spirit

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Pakistan captain Misbah-ul Haq on Saturday praised the Afghan team`s fighting spirit despite their loss in a one-day international to his side, saying they could give other teams a tough time.

Mumbai Fighters get walkover from LA to gain WSB QF berth

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Mumbai Fighters gained a quarter- final berth in the World Series Boxing (WSB) after getting a walkover from Los Angeles Matadors in their last Group A league fight.

Capello denies â€˜escapingâ€™ from England managerâ€™s job

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Fabio Capello has rejected suggestions that he escaped from the England managerâ€™s job and insisted that his exit was clearly down to a misunderstanding.

Singer is found dead in hotel

2012-02-11T21:14:00.001-08:00

Singer is found dead in hotel

Singer is found dead in hotel
Romney wins Maine caucuses
Greece Cabinet OK's austerity plan
Iraqi officials killed in separate attacks
Catholic bishops group decries WH plan
Suspect arrested in gay man's beating
Powell boys recalled as smart, loving

Singer is found dead in hotel

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 08:01 PM PST

Houston, who sold more than 170 million albums, singles and videos, had long battled drug and alcohol problems.

Romney wins Maine caucuses

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 07:48 PM PST

Mitt Romney edged Ron Paul to win the Maine caucuses, the state Republican party announced Saturday. Romney also won the CPAC straw poll earlier.

Greece Cabinet OK's austerity plan

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 12:06 PM PST

Greece's Cabinet approved austerity measures demanded in return for a new eurozone bailout of the debt-stricken country Saturday, a day ahead of a crucial vote in Parliament.

Iraqi officials killed in separate attacks

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 03:54 PM PST

An Iraqi interior ministry official was assassinated while driving in Baghdad, one of several deadly attacks Saturday reported by police.

Catholic bishops group decries WH plan

Posted: 10 Feb 2012 10:20 PM PST

The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops denounced President Barack Obama's compromise over whether to require religiously affiliated institutions to provide contraception to female employees, saying the proposal raises "serious moral concerns," according to a statement posted on its website late Friday.

Suspect arrested in gay man's beating

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 11:30 AM PST

Police have identified three men seen on a video brutally beating a young man and shouting anti-gay slurs in Atlanta.

Powell boys recalled as smart, loving

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 05:01 PM PST

Hundreds packed a Tacoma, Washington, church on Saturday to remember the lives of young Braden and Charlie Powell, who police say were killed six days earlier by their father Josh Powell in a double murder-suicide.

Activists rally to give ACTA the cold shoulder

2012-02-11T21:06:00.001-08:00

Activists rally to give ACTA the cold shoulder

Activists rally to give ACTA the cold shoulder
Attitudes harden in Iran on revolution anniversary
Italy & the Balkans shiver in the big freeze
Kidnapper of baby Carlina pleads guilty
Egyptians celebrate a year without Mubarak
More arrests in UK media corruption investigation
Greeks prepare to vote on new austerity package
Peaceful strike turns violent in Greece
Frozen Danube
Questions multiply after Aleppo bombings
Ahmedinejad leads Revolution Day rally in Tehran
Czech government agrees to turn over seized churches
Argentina takes Falklands dispute to UN
Northern Lights shine above Northern America
New footage shows chaos on Costa Concordia
Nigerian police recapture Sokoto
Egypt marks one year without Mubarak
Syrian tanks step up shelling of Homs
Greek cabinet backs fresh cuts ahead of MPs vote
Romania hit by snowstorms
Amnesty warns of 'grave' crisis in Homs
Homeless teenagers sleep rough in Kiev cold snap

Activists rally to give ACTA the cold shoulder

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 10:53 AM PST

Thousands of internet users have taken part in protests around Europe against an international anti-piracy agreement. Campaigners believe the…

Attitudes harden in Iran on revolution anniversary

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 09:14 AM PST

Hostility to America and Israel were the dominant themes as Iranians marked the 33rd anniversary of the Islamic revolution that toppled the Shah.…

Italy & the Balkans shiver in the big freeze

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 08:53 AM PST

It is only the fourth time in 100 years that central and southern Italy has seen snow, with Romans complaining it is the harshest winter since 1955…

Kidnapper of baby Carlina pleads guilty

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 07:33 AM PST

A woman in New York has pleaded guilty to kidnapping a baby from a hospital in 1987 and raising her as her own child. Ann Pettway admitted…

Egyptians celebrate a year without Mubarak

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 07:04 AM PST

It is exactly a year since the fall of President Hosni Mubarak, but while people have gathered in Cairo's Tahrir Square the huge Egyptian crowds of a…

More arrests in UK media corruption investigation

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 06:03 AM PST

Pressure is mounting on Rupert Murdoch's media empire after the arrests of eight people over alleged corruption. It is reported those detained…

Greeks prepare to vote on new austerity package

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 04:23 AM PST

The Greek parliament is debating the latest slice of EU-imposed austerity ahead of tomorrow's vote which, if approved, will open the taps on a 130…

Peaceful strike turns violent in Greece

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 04:03 AM PST

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Frozen Danube

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 03:33 AM PST

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Questions multiply after Aleppo bombings

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 03:03 AM PST

Friday's bomb blasts in Aleppo, Syria's relatively middle-class commercial hub, which killed at least 28 people, have raised a storm of speculation.…

Ahmedinejad leads Revolution Day rally in Tehran

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 01:33 AM PST

The Iranian people are celebrating the 33rd anniversary of the Islamic revolution with mass rallies in cities around the country. The biggest was…

Czech government agrees to turn over seized churches

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 01:01 AM PST

A Czech government plan to return church property seized during the country's communist era will cost more than two billion euros in compensation.…

Argentina takes Falklands dispute to UN

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 01:01 AM PST

Argentina says Britain has deployed nuclear weapons near the Falkland Islands, a charge denied by London. Argentinian foreign minister Héctor…

Northern Lights shine above Northern America

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 01:00 AM PST

NASA has released this footage of The Northern Lights above the US, Canada and Mexico. The images were filmed by astronauts aboard the…

New footage shows chaos on Costa Concordia

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 01:00 AM PST

Previously unseen footage of the Costa Concordia crash has been aired on Italian television. This video shot on the ship's command deck appears…

Nigerian police recapture Sokoto

Posted: 10 Feb 2012 11:23 PM PST

Police in Nigeria have managed to rearrest the suspected mastermind of the Christmas bombings. Kabiru Sokoto was first captured a month ago, but…

Egypt marks one year without Mubarak

Posted: 10 Feb 2012 08:24 PM PST

Thousands of Egyptians are marking the first anniversary of the overthrow of their former president. Hosni Mubarak resigned on February 11th…

Syrian tanks step up shelling of Homs

Posted: 10 Feb 2012 06:33 PM PST

Syrian tanks have again attacked the central city of Homs. Rebels say more than four hundred and fifty people have died in a week-long onslaught…

Greek cabinet backs fresh cuts ahead of MPs vote

Posted: 10 Feb 2012 04:43 PM PST

The Greek cabinet on Friday approved new austerity measures in a bid to seal a 130-billion-euro bailout from the EU and the IMF. Six members of…

Romania hit by snowstorms

Posted: 10 Feb 2012 03:54 PM PST

The cold snap continues in Eastern Europe. The Romanian counties of Buzau, Galati, and Vrancea have been hit by heavy blizzards. Officials…

Amnesty warns of 'grave' crisis in Homs

Posted: 10 Feb 2012 03:53 PM PST

In Syria the shelling of civilian areas in neighbourhoods in the city of Homs is a growing problem say activists. Some of the wounded its claimed…

Homeless teenagers sleep rough in Kiev cold snap

Posted: 10 Feb 2012 01:43 PM PST

In Kiev teenagers who had been living on the streets have set up temporary home in derelict buildings. Some do not want to be identified and that…

GREECE: PM makes televised plea to parliament ahead of budget vote

2012-02-11T19:38:00.001-08:00

GREECE: PM makes televised plea to parliament ahead of budget vote

GREECE: PM makes televised plea to parliament ahead of budget vote
FRANCE 24 INTERVIEW: US Ambassador: 'Intervention not an option in Syria'
EGYPT: 'Disobedience' to mark first anniversary of Mubarak's fall
News Corporation: Police arrest five at Murdoch's Sun
2012 Africa Cup of Nations: Zambia seek to honour fallen idols
IRAN: Ahmadinejad says Iran will 'never yield' to sanctions
Israel - Palestinian territories: Hamas 'will never recognise Israel', says chief
ARGENTINA - UK: Argentina, UK spar over nuclear submarine claims
THE BUSINESS INTERVIEW: Bernard Fornas, CEO of Cartier International

GREECE: PM makes televised plea to parliament ahead of budget vote

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 01:44 PM PST

Greek Prime Minister Lucas Papademos (pictured) said in a televised address Saturday that the parliament faced an "historic responsibility" Sunday in voting on austerity measures crucial for a 130 bn EUR bailout from the IMF and the EU.

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FRANCE 24 INTERVIEW: US Ambassador: 'Intervention not an option in Syria'

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 09:23 AM PST

After the US closed its embassy in Damascus this week, US Ambassador to Syria Robert Ford gave his first foreign interview since leaving Syria to FRANCE 24 on Saturday. He called for an end to the violence and for Bashar al-Assad to step down.

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EGYPT: 'Disobedience' to mark first anniversary of Mubarak's fall

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 01:26 PM PST

Egyptian activists are planning a "day of disobedience" Saturday to mark the one-year anniversary of Hosni Mubarak's ouster. The increasingly unpopular military said it would deploy additional troops to respond to scheduled strikes and protests.

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News Corporation: Police arrest five at Murdoch's Sun

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 08:38 AM PST

UK police on Saturday arrested five people at The Sun tabloid newspaper, part of Rupert Murdoch's News Corporation. The arrests were connected to "Operation Elveden," in which the paper allegedly bribed police for story tips.

2012 Africa Cup of Nations: Zambia seek to honour fallen idols

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 05:54 AM PST

The 2012 Africa Cup of Nations will reach a poignant climax in Libreville, Gabon on Sunday. If Zambia can upset the odds and beat Ivory Coast to lift the trophy for the first time, they will also pay the ultimate homage to their fallen teammates.

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IRAN: Ahmadinejad says Iran will 'never yield' to sanctions

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 03:57 AM PST

Iran's president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad on Saturday said the country would unveil numerous nuclear projects in coming days, in a speech marking the anniversary of the Islamic revolution. He added that Iran would "never yield" to Western sanctions.

Israel - Palestinian territories: Hamas 'will never recognise Israel', says chief

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 03:40 AM PST

In Tehran to commemorate the 1979 Islamic revolution, Hamas chief Ismail Haniya told an estimated 30,000 people the Gaza-based party would "never recognise Israel", saying resistance would continue until "all Palestinian land" was liberated.

ARGENTINA - UK: Argentina, UK spar over nuclear submarine claims

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 03:00 AM PST

Argentina's foreign minister on Friday claimed the UK had dispatched a nuclear-armed submarine to the South Atlantic near the disputed Falkland Islands, a region covered by a nuclear prohibition treaty. Britain refused to discuss the claims.

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THE BUSINESS INTERVIEW: Bernard Fornas, CEO of Cartier International

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 01:47 AM PST

Valentine's Day is coming up... And if your loved one gives you a present from the brand that Markus Karlsson's guest is in charge of, then you should probably thank your lucky stars. Bernard Fornas is the Chief Executive of Cartier International, the luxury jeweller and watch-maker. A sector that has proven resilient in the past few years, especially because of rapid growth in Asia.

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`Facebook can produce natural highs in users`

2012-02-11T19:29:00.001-08:00

`Facebook can produce natural highs in users`

`Facebook can produce natural highs in users`
50 migratory birds found dead in China
Venus could be shifting gears
Smallest nanolaser `built`
How planets outside our solar system evolved
CIA website falls prey to hackers
Hundreds of dead dolphins wash ashore in Peru
Microchip to help track Shanghai`s animals
â€˜Iceland`s Loch Ness monsterâ€™ caught on tape
Venezuela Mars mission after 2030: Chavez

`Facebook can produce natural highs in users`

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Facebook can produce `natural highs` in many people, lowering levels of anxiety and stress.

50 migratory birds found dead in China

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More than 50 migratory birds have been found dead at a wetland in China.

Venus could be shifting gears

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A spacecraft orbiting Venus has revealed that Earthâ€™s cloud-covered neighbour is rotating a little slower than previously measured.

Smallest nanolaser `built`

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Scientists claim to have for the first time built the smallest room-temperature nanolaser to date and a "no-waste" laser, which require very low power for operation.

How planets outside our solar system evolved

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Scientists have found that molten magnesium silicate undergoes a phase change in the liquid state, abruptly transforming to a more dense liquid with increasing pressure.

CIA website falls prey to hackers

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Notorious Internet hacking group Anonymous has claimed responsibility for bringing down the Central Intelligence Agencyâ€™s website.

Hundreds of dead dolphins wash ashore in Peru

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At least 264 dead bottlenose dolphins have washed ashore over the past three days on Peru`s northern coast.

Microchip to help track Shanghai`s animals

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Over 700 endangered animals kept in parks, zoos and by acrobatic groups here will soon get a microchip planted to track their numbers and living conditions.

â€˜Iceland`s Loch Ness monsterâ€™ caught on tape

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A cameraman has shot footage of what appears to be a giant serpentine creature weaving its way through the icy waters of lake Lagarfljot in east Iceland.

Venezuela Mars mission after 2030: Chavez

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Venezuelan leader Hugo Chavez said Friday his country would be able to send a mission to Mars after 2030.

Singer Whitney Houston dies at 48

2012-02-11T19:17:00.001-08:00

Singer Whitney Houston dies at 48

Singer Whitney Houston dies at 48
2 American women arrested during protest in Bahrain
Romney wins Maine caucuses
Groups: Young nun latest to self-immolate in Tibet
6 days after death, Powell brothers remembered as smart, loving boys
On first anniversary of Mubarak's ouster, unease reigns in Egypt
Mali claim third place in Africa Cup of Nations
Prosecutors, attorneys argue: Was there a second gunman in RFK's assassination?
Iraqi ministry official, local leader killed in separate attacks
Barcelona's title hopes fade with Osasuna defeat
Report: Syrian general gunned down in Damascus
Sun newspaper staff among eight arrested in police probe
Romney wins prized straw poll at conservative gathering
England grind out Six Nations victory over Italy
Federer loses again as Swiss crash out to U.S.
Greece lawmakers debate bailout deal as crisis simmers
Suarez snubs Evra handshake as Utd go top
Police arrest suspect in videotaped beating of gay man
Terror grips besieged city

Singer Whitney Houston dies at 48

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 07:11 PM PST

Legendary pop singer Whitney Houston was found dead Saturday at a Beverly Hills, California, hotel, officials said. She was 48.

2 American women arrested during protest in Bahrain

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 07:00 PM PST

Two American women were arrested during a demonstration Saturday in the capital of Bahrain, with state news and one of the women's husbands offering divergent accounts as to whether they were then deported.

Romney wins Maine caucuses

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 06:55 PM PST

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney ended what had been the worst week of his campaign with a quick one-two Saturday -- winning the Maine caucuses hours after placing first in a closely watched straw poll of conservative leaders and activists.

Groups: Young nun latest to self-immolate in Tibet

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 06:19 PM PST

An 18-year-old nun set herself afire Saturday, the latest in a string of self-immolations by Tibetans amid anger and despair over Chinese rule, Tibetan rights groups reported.

6 days after death, Powell brothers remembered as smart, loving boys

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 05:01 PM PST

The story of their deaths -- hacked with hatchets, doused in gasoline before the home they were in exploded, according to police -- has been well documented.

On first anniversary of Mubarak's ouster, unease reigns in Egypt

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 04:47 PM PST

Hosni Mubarak's fall from power a year ago stunned the world -- three decades of iron-clad rule ended in 17 days by an unexpected groundswell of popular protests.

Mali claim third place in Africa Cup of Nations

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 04:11 PM PST

Cheick Diabate scored twice as Mali defeated 10-man Ghana 2-0 to finish third in the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday.

Prosecutors, attorneys argue: Was there a second gunman in RFK's assassination?

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 04:06 PM PST

Most Americans know of the so-called Zapruder film of the JFK assassination -- the one and only visual recording of the killing of an American president.

Iraqi ministry official, local leader killed in separate attacks

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 03:54 PM PST

An Iraqi interior ministry official was assassinated while driving in Baghdad, one of several deadly attacks Saturday reported by police.

Barcelona's title hopes fade with Osasuna defeat

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 03:52 PM PST

Barcelona's La Liga title hopes took a serious setback on Saturday after they crashed to a 3-2 defeat at Osasuna.

Report: Syrian general gunned down in Damascus

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 03:46 PM PST

A Syrian general was gunned down in the heart of the capital on Saturday, according to state media, as fresh violence flared in several cities and world powers mulled a way to halt the government's bloody offensive against civilians.

Sun newspaper staff among eight arrested in police probe

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 03:14 PM PST

Authorities arrested eight people Saturday -- including five journalists of Britain's bestselling Sun newspaper -- as part of an inquiry into alleged illegal payments to police and officials.

Romney wins prized straw poll at conservative gathering

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 02:35 PM PST

GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney won the close-watched Conservative Political Action Conference presidential straw poll on Saturday.

England grind out Six Nations victory over Italy

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 01:27 PM PST

England denied Italy an historic victory at the Stadio Olimpico with a hard fought 19 points to 15 win in the Six Nations championship on Saturday.

Federer loses again as Swiss crash out to U.S.

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 12:42 PM PST

Switzerland have been knocked out of the Davis Cup by the U.S. after Roger Federer and Stanislas Wawrinka lost their doubles match against Mike Bryan and Mardy Fish in Fribourg on Saturday.

Greece lawmakers debate bailout deal as crisis simmers

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 12:06 PM PST

Greece's Cabinet approved austerity measures demanded in return for a new eurozone bailout of the debt-stricken country Saturday, a day ahead of a crucial vote in Parliament.

Suarez snubs Evra handshake as Utd go top

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 11:34 AM PST

Manchester United went top of the English Premier League on Saturday with a 2-1 win over Liverpool at Old Trafford, but it was Luis Suarez who grabbed the headlines again.

Police arrest suspect in videotaped beating of gay man

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 11:30 AM PST

One of three suspects in a videotaped beating of a gay man has been arrested, Atlanta police said Saturday.

Terror grips besieged city

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 10:45 AM PST

In the ancient Syrian city of Homs, locals used to enjoy a vibrant café culture and relatively easy living.

Prosecute Narendra Modi, amicus curiae told Supreme Court: Report

2012-02-11T13:27:00.001-08:00

Prosecute Narendra Modi, amicus curiae told Supreme Court: Report

Prosecute Narendra Modi, amicus curiae told Supreme Court: Report
Norway custody row: Abhigyan was traumatised, says uncle who met him
Protests in Kashmir over civilian's death in firing by Army
Election Commission writes to President against Salman Khurshid
Thank you for your prayers, says Amitabh
Full text: Election Commission writes to President against Salman Khurshid
Indian MBA student stabbed in London
United down Liverpool after Suarez snubs Evra
Gujarat government, SIT destroyed evidence related to Godhra riots, says Sanjiv Bhatt
Uttar Pradesh polls: Over 59 per cent turnout in second phase
Britain's oldest married couple to give advice on Twitter
Investigation of Delhi orphanage reveals tale of sexual abuse and violence
Khurshid sticks to stand on minority quota; Congress shies away from controversy
Uttar Pradesh polls: Voter turnout picks up after a dull start to the second phase
Battered baby case: Prime suspect Rajkumar arrested; Falak back on ventilator
Gaddafi's son promises to return to Libya: media
PM meets senior ministers to discuss 2G verdict fallout
Indian student attacked in London suburb
Once cricket-hating Taliban backs Afghanistan team
US government official meets with new Maldives leader
Canadian firm drops two executives with Gaddafi ties
Facebook 'defriend' murders rattle tiny US town
'Anonymous' group briefly hacks CIA website
Man dumps 1 kg gold bar in charity box
Nasheed's demands could lead to more conflicts: Maldives President to NDTV

Prosecute Narendra Modi, amicus curiae told Supreme Court: Report

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 11:32 AM PST

Amid reports that the Special Investigation Team (SIT) set up by the Supreme Court to investigate the 2002 Gujarat riots cases has given Chief Minister Narendra Modi a clean chit on the grounds that t...

Norway custody row: Abhigyan was traumatised, says uncle who met him

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 10:40 AM PST

The uncle of the two Indian children who were taken away from their parents by the Norwegian Child Welfare Services met one of the children today.

Protests in Kashmir over civilian's death in firing by Army

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 10:26 AM PST

Massive protests erupted in Baramulla district of north Kashmir today after a 22-year-old man was killed allegedly in firing by the Army.

Election Commission writes to President against Salman Khurshid

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 09:03 AM PST

The Election Commission (EC) is reportedly planning to send a letter to the President against union law minister Salman Khurshid for his defiant attitude on the poll code. "The Commission is shocked...

Thank you for your prayers, says Amitabh

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 08:12 AM PST

Keeping up his habit of updating fans through blog posts and tweets, Amitabh Bachchan has posted his first tweets after his abdominal surgery earlier today. "Back ..!! Thank you for your prayers.. ...

Full text: Election Commission writes to President against Salman Khurshid

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 07:38 AM PST

The Election Commission (EC) has written a letter to the President against Union Law Minister Salman Khurshid for his defiant attitude on the poll code.

Indian MBA student stabbed in London

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 07:11 AM PST

A 28-year-old Indian student from Hyderabad has been stabbed in London. Praveen Reddy, an MBA student in London School of Business Management, was admitted to hospital with stab wounds on Friday and i...

United down Liverpool after Suarez snubs Evra

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 06:57 AM PST

Wayne Rooney's double helped Manchester United down Liverpool 2-1 here Saturday as the ill-feeling remaining from the Luis Suarez racism controversy escalated.Suarez scored an 80th minute consolation ...

Gujarat government, SIT destroyed evidence related to Godhra riots, says Sanjiv Bhatt

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 06:24 AM PST

Against the backdrop of the Supreme Court-appointed Special Investigation Team (SIT) reportedly giving a clean chit to Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi, suspended IPS officer Sanjiv Bhatt today ac...

Uttar Pradesh polls: Over 59 per cent turnout in second phase

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 05:45 AM PST

Brisk polling was recorded in the second phase of Uttar Pradesh Assembly polls with over 59 per cent of the total 1.92 crore electorate casting their vote on Saturday. Voting began on a slow note this...

Britain's oldest married couple to give advice on Twitter

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 05:44 AM PST

A British couple who have been married for 76 years -- the longest in the country -- have now joined Twitter to speak about the secret of their remarkable romance.

Investigation of Delhi orphanage reveals tale of sexual abuse and violence

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 04:40 AM PST

A recent investigation into the workings of an orphanage in Delhi has revealed a sordid tale of serial sexual abuse and violence on many children.

Khurshid sticks to stand on minority quota; Congress shies away from controversy

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 03:46 AM PST

Sticking to his stand on minorities, Congress leader Salman Khurshid said that he would ensure the rights of Pasmanda Muslim community even if the Election Commission (EC) "hangs" him even as the Cong...

Uttar Pradesh polls: Voter turnout picks up after a dull start to the second phase

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 03:11 AM PST

Voting began on a slow note this morning in the second phase the Uttar Pradesh assembly elections began today but picked up by afternoon. 52 per cent polling had been reported till 4 pm. Buoyed by th...

Battered baby case: Prime suspect Rajkumar arrested; Falak back on ventilator

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 02:25 AM PST

The Delhi Police has finally managed to arrest Rajkumar, the prime suspect in the Baby Falak case. Two-year-old Falak was brought to Delhi's All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) on January ...

Gaddafi's son promises to return to Libya: media

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 01:59 AM PST

Saadi Gaddafi, one of the sons of Libya's former leader Muammar Gaddafi, has promised return to his country where he said that a nationwide rebellion is brewing against the new rulers

PM meets senior ministers to discuss 2G verdict fallout

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 01:38 AM PST

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh today held a high-level meeting with senior ministers like Salman Khurshid, Pranab Mukherjee, Kapil Sibal and P Chidambaram to review the rules that will apply for an auc...

Indian student attacked in London suburb

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 01:36 AM PST

An Indian student has been attacked in a suburb of London. Praveen Reddy was attacked late last night in New Hampshire.

Once cricket-hating Taliban backs Afghanistan team

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 01:14 AM PST

Afghanistan's first-ever one-day international against Pakistan achieved what no other sport had managed -- support from the once cricket-hating Taliban, an official said on Saturday."Friday's match w...

US government official meets with new Maldives leader

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 12:37 AM PST

A top U.S. government official met with leaders in the Maldives on Saturday to get a fresh assessment of the political situation in the Indian Ocean nation. U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Robert Bl...

Canadian firm drops two executives with Gaddafi ties

Posted: 10 Feb 2012 11:40 PM PST

Canadian engineering firm SNC-Lavalin said late on Thursday that it has sacked two executives loosely linked to a failed plot to smuggle a son of ex-Libyan dictator Moammar Gaddafi into Mexico.

Facebook 'defriend' murders rattle tiny US town

Posted: 10 Feb 2012 11:29 PM PST

A feud which started on Facebook ended with the early-morning slaying of a young Tennessee couple, found shot in the head with their sobbing baby still clutched in her dead mother's arms, police said.

'Anonymous' group briefly hacks CIA website

Posted: 10 Feb 2012 11:19 PM PST

The website of the Central Intelligence Agency was briefly inaccessible on Friday after the hacker group Anonymous claimed to have knocked it offline.

Man dumps 1 kg gold bar in charity box

Posted: 10 Feb 2012 10:36 PM PST

A gold bar weighing one kilogram was dropped into a charity collection box in the Belarussian city of Brest. The gold bar was discovered in a charity box set up in a grocery store to collect money for...

Nasheed's demands could lead to more conflicts: Maldives President to NDTV

Posted: 10 Feb 2012 10:23 PM PST

Maldives President Dr Mohamed Waheed has said that ousted president Mohamed Nasheed's rigid demands could lead to more conflicts in the country.

Maldives new president to announce his cabinet soo

2012-02-11T13:21:00.001-08:00

Maldives new president to announce his cabinet soo

Maldives new president to announce his cabinet soo
Egypt`s Copts willing to support MB-led coalition
Hamas `will never recognise Israel`: Gaza Premier
Answer questions, enter France!
Car bomb seriously wounds Iraqi police chief
China gives subsistence allowance to Tibetan monks
Al Qaeda behind bombings in Syria: Report
Libya wants Gaddafi son extradited, Niger balks
Taliban promise to capture, kill Prince Harry
Syria: Chief of military hospital shot dead
Nigerian President`s state votes amid security
UK phone-hacking: The Sun staff among 8 arrested
Spainâ€™s King Carlos â€˜had an affair with Dianaâ€™
`Asians most discriminated in New Zealand`
Assad`s forces intensify shelling on Syria`s Homs
Italy: Costa Concordia moves in rough seas
Europe`s cold closes zoo outside Paris
Thousands march against nuclear power in Japan
Aung San Suu Kyi campaigns for Myanmar Parliament
Iranians slam US, Israel on revolution anniversary
Was Osama bin Ladenâ€™s killing in Abbottabad legal?
Iran to announce nuclear progress: Ahmadinejad
Iran cuts off access to Internet fearing protests
Costa Concordia to be salvaged by US firm
`Pope will be assassinated within next 12 months`
`Household items were used to make Bali bomb`
â€˜Vladimir Putin made Russian corruption civilised`
Syria violence has intensified: ICRC
`Qaeda`s Awlaki directed underwear bomber`
Sudan, S Sudan ink security pact to calm tensions
Egypt: Tribesmen kidnap 3 Korean tourists in Sinai
China`s one-child policy `barbaric`: Mitt Romney
CIA website falls prey to hackers
North Koreaâ€™s Kim Jong-un is not dead: US
UK to defend Falklands; Argentina seeks UN aid
Bombings hit Syria, Saudis push for peace at UN
Egypt`s military warns of conspiracies
Japanese Emperor Akihito hospitalised for tests
Uzbek man guilty of plotting to kill Obama
Norway mass killer faces 24-hour psychiatric watch
`Muammar Gaddafi`s son warns of uprising in Libya`

Maldives new president to announce his cabinet soo

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The picturesque country has been marred with political instability and violence since Nasheed resigned.

Egypt`s Copts willing to support MB-led coalition

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The minority Coptic Christians account for over 10 percent of Egypt`s population.

Hamas `will never recognise Israel`: Gaza Premier

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The Gaza leader spoke to an estimated crowd of 30,000 from a stage alongside Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.

Answer questions, enter France!

Posted:

Planning to migrate to France? Well, prepare yourself for a bizarre test to get into the country.

Car bomb seriously wounds Iraqi police chief

Posted:

Iraqi officials say a car bomb south of Baghdad has seriously wounded a local police chief.

China gives subsistence allowance to Tibetan monks

Posted:

China is doling out subsistence allowances to the Buddhist clergy in the restive Tibetan province.

Al Qaeda behind bombings in Syria: Report

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The Iraqi branch of al Qaeda carried out two recent bombings in Damascus and was likely behind suicide bombings that killed 28 people in Aleppo.

Libya wants Gaddafi son extradited, Niger balks

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Libya urged Niger to extradite Saadi Gaddafi, saying his call for Libyans to prepare for a "coming uprising" threatened bilateral ties.

Taliban promise to capture, kill Prince Harry

Posted:

The Taliban have now revealed their determination to catch the prince dead or alive.

Syria: Chief of military hospital shot dead

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Gunmen assassinated an Army General in Damascus on Saturday in the first killing of a high ranking military officer in the Syrian capital.

Nigerian President`s state votes amid security

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Nigeria`s 36 state governors are some of the most powerful politicians in Africa`s most populous nation.

UK phone-hacking: The Sun staff among 8 arrested

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Eight people, including five employees of The Sun tabloid, were arrested for alleged bribes paid to police and defence officials.

Spainâ€™s King Carlos â€˜had an affair with Dianaâ€™

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A book alleges Juan Carlos is a â€˜professional seducerâ€™ who made a â€˜tactileâ€™ advance on Princess Diana in the 1980s.

`Asians most discriminated in New Zealand`

Posted:

The survey was carried out by UMR Research with 750 people in November last year.

Assad`s forces intensify shelling on Syria`s Homs

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Syrian President`s forces killed at least 4 civilians in an intensified tank, rocket bombardment on opposition districts in Homs.

Italy: Costa Concordia moves in rough seas

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Italian TG5 broadcast video showing confusion among the captain and crew on the ship`s bridge after Concordia rammed a reef.

Europe`s cold closes zoo outside Paris

Posted:

Parc de Thoiry has been closed for 5 days, even though bears, hippos, tigers and zebras are happily prowling the 370-acre grounds.

Thousands march against nuclear power in Japan

Posted:

Holding "No Nukes" signs, people gathered at Yoyogi Park in Tokyo for a rally, including Nobel Prize-winning writer Kenzaburo Oe.

Aung San Suu Kyi campaigns for Myanmar Parliament

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Aung San Suu Kyi is running in an April 01 by-election that is being held to fill 48 parliamentary seats.

Iranians slam US, Israel on revolution anniversary

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The 1979 revolution toppled Iran`s pro-west monarchy and brought Islamic clerics to power.

Was Osama bin Ladenâ€™s killing in Abbottabad legal?

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The Australian government has maintained silence on the legality of Osama bin Ladenâ€™s killing by US special forces in May 2011.

Iran to announce nuclear progress: Ahmadinejad

Posted:

Tension with the West over Iran`s disputed nuclear work has risen in recent weeks.

Iran cuts off access to Internet fearing protests

Posted:

The shutdown comes as people prepare to celebrate the 33rd anniversary of the Islamic Revolution.

Costa Concordia to be salvaged by US firm

Posted:

A report says Costa Concordia could become the most complicated marine salvage operation in history.

`Pope will be assassinated within next 12 months`

Posted:

The Vatican has dismissed the document published by the Il Fatto Quotidiano daily as "delirious".

`Household items were used to make Bali bomb`

Posted:

After more than a month of painstaking work, Umar Patek stashed the 1,540-pound bomb in four filing cabinets installed in a van.

â€˜Vladimir Putin made Russian corruption civilised`

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Vladimir Putin made Russian corruption normal and civilised, his presidential election campaign chief said.

Syria violence has intensified: ICRC

Posted:

Growing number of casualties in Syria leads to more difficulty as violence and insecurity intensifies.

`Qaeda`s Awlaki directed underwear bomber`

Posted:

Al Qaeda leader Anwar al-Awlaki personally directed and approved the attempted bombing of a U S airliner in 2009

Sudan, S Sudan ink security pact to calm tensions

Posted:

South Sudan took three-quarters of Sudan`s oil production but needs to sell its crude through northern export facilities.

Egypt: Tribesmen kidnap 3 Korean tourists in Sinai

Posted:

It was the latest in a series of kidnappings in Sinai, which has seen a surge in lawlessness over the last year.

China`s one-child policy `barbaric`: Mitt Romney

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Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney has vowed to cut off US aid to UN Population Fund for supporting Beijing`s policy.

CIA website falls prey to hackers

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Notorious Internet hacking group Anonymous has claimed responsibility for bringing down the Central Intelligence Agencyâ€™s website.

North Koreaâ€™s Kim Jong-un is not dead: US

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Chinese micro-blogging service Weibo was flooded with rumours that Kim Jong-un was assassinated during a trip to Beijing.

UK to defend Falklands; Argentina seeks UN aid

Posted:

Britain and Argentina fought a 10-week war over the Falkland Islands in 1982 after Argentina invaded the South Atlantic islands.

Bombings hit Syria, Saudis push for peace at UN

Posted:

The two Aleppo bombings on Friday were the worst attack to hit Syria`s commercial hub during the revolt against Bashar al-Assad.

Egypt`s military warns of conspiracies

Posted:

The message intended to undermine activists who plan to mark the anniversary of Hosni Mubarak`s overthrow with anti-Army protests.

Japanese Emperor Akihito hospitalised for tests

Posted:

Emperor Akihito was admitted to University of Tokyo Hospital on Saturday for testing, but that the visit was not an emergency.

Uzbek man guilty of plotting to kill Obama

Posted:

Defendant Ulugbek Kodirov believed he was acting on behalf of an Islamist militant group in his homeland.

Norway mass killer faces 24-hour psychiatric watch

Posted:

Anders Behring Breivik killed 77 people in a Norwegian bomb-and-gun massacre last July.

`Muammar Gaddafi`s son warns of uprising in Libya`

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Saadi Gaddafi said he was in regular contact with people in Libya who were unhappy with the new authorities.

Protests follow Greece's new austerity cuts

2012-02-11T13:20:00.001-08:00

Protests follow Greece's new austerity cuts

Protests follow Greece's new austerity cuts
Violence intensifies in central Syria cities
Crowds swarm Suu Kyi as campaign begins
Maldives president agrees to 'coup' probe
Ahmadinejad to make major nuclear annoucement
Nigeria recaptures Christmas bombing suspect
Bahrain police break up peaceful protest
Strikes mark anniversary of Mubarak's removal
Argentina: UK sent nuclear sub to Falklands
Eight new arrests in UK journalism scandal
Peru says 'Shining Path' chief may be wounded
Sudan and S Sudan sign non-aggression pact
Obama shifts course on birth control
Second protester shot dead in Saudi Arabia
Anonymous 'takes down' CIA website

Protests follow Greece's new austerity cuts

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 01:18 PM PST

Greeks protest for second day over government cuts needed for $171bn rescue plan Athens needs to avoid default in March.

Violence intensifies in central Syria cities

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 01:13 PM PST

Government renews tank assaults on Homs and Hama, while opposition forces are said to have killed high-ranking general.

Crowds swarm Suu Kyi as campaign begins

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 10:24 AM PST

Myanmar opposition icon met by thousands of supporters at first appearance in township where she will run for parliament.

Maldives president agrees to 'coup' probe

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 09:47 AM PST

New leader says he would submit to inquiry into allegations that former president was forced to resign at gunpoint.

Ahmadinejad to make major nuclear annoucement

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 02:47 AM PST

Iranian president tells crowds celebrating anniversary of 1979 revolution to expect important statement within days.

Nigeria recaptures Christmas bombing suspect

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 12:08 PM PST

Police re-arrest Kabiru Sokoto, who escaped from custody after arrest over December 25 attack that killed 37 people.

Bahrain police break up peaceful protest

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 11:46 AM PST

Police fire tear gas and stun grenades on march in Manama, also arresting two US rights monitors who face deportation.

Strikes mark anniversary of Mubarak's removal

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 04:02 AM PST

Protesters in Egypt begin day of civil disobedience, amid concern over military rule a year after president's ousting.

Argentina: UK sent nuclear sub to Falklands

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 07:38 AM PST

Britain's UN envoy describes alleged deployment as routine, but adds that his country would "robustly" defend islands.

Eight new arrests in UK journalism scandal

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 12:23 PM PST

Five staff members of Britain's top-selling tabloid and three government officials detained for questioning.

Peru says 'Shining Path' chief may be wounded

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 08:21 AM PST

Rebel leader known as Comrade Artemio reportedly injured by gunfire on Thursday, prompting police and army manhunt.

Sudan and S Sudan sign non-aggression pact

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 05:01 AM PST

Khartoum and Juba sign memorandum of understanding regarding disputed border, as talks continue over oil pipeline fees.

Obama shifts course on birth control

Posted: 10 Feb 2012 09:42 PM PST

US president forced to amend new rule requiring employers to offer insurance covering contraception amid backlash.

Second protester shot dead in Saudi Arabia

Posted: 10 Feb 2012 11:46 PM PST

Second death in as many days comes amid ongoing anti-government protest by Shias in country's oil-rich Eastern Province.

Anonymous 'takes down' CIA website

Posted: 11 Feb 2012 02:02 AM PST

Hackers claim responsibility for disabling the website for several hours, the latest attack on a US federal agency.

University is Depicted as Diploma Mill for Foreigners

2012-02-11T11:09:00.001-08:00

University is Depicted as Diploma Mill for Foreigners

University is Depicted as Diploma Mill for Foreigners
Iran: Expect Major Nuke Announcement Soon
Facebook Post Appears On Missing Girl's Page
Birth Control Shift Won't Quell Storm
Maine Caucus Turns Into Two-Man Showdown
Fire engulfs Calif. home at center of police standoff
Sheriff's deputy suspected of having sex with inmate
Bahrain rights activist says 2 Americans detained
Second skull found after tip from California killer
Texas judge resigns after caught snoozing
Twitter rumor claims ninjas kill North Korea leader
Putin's rivals face pressure, biased coverage- Russia wants to suspend US adoptions
Syrian elites looking for way out, officials say- Gunmen assassinate Syrian army general
Marine veteran found after surviving 2 days in snow
US Navy names ship after Gabrielle Giffords- VIDEO: Enter private world of Navy SEALs
Fight breaks out during Arizona Baptist funeral
Bomb threat prompts plane evacuation at Pa. airport
Libya asks Niger to hand over Qaddafi's son
Stalker Valentine’s Day card criticized
Cars of the week
Empty Nester Financial Tips
New Show Ode to Nerds
Jazz Up Boring Chicken
7 Things That Ruin Your Smile
Passive Solar Power
Dead Spacecraft Spied on Mars
Google Has Equation for Love
What to Say to Airline Sneezer

University is Depicted as Diploma Mill for Foreigners

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North Dakota school hands out diplomas to many students who did not fulfill requirements, audit finds

Iran: Expect Major Nuke Announcement Soon

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Without going into specifics, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says announcement will show 'big' nuke achievements

VIDEO: Iran to Make Big Announcement

'Urgent' Upgrade for Bunker Busters

Facebook Post Appears On Missing Girl's Page

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Texas police try to determine who posted message on girl's page that read, 'I'm done with everyone'

Comforter in Powell Family Storage Tests Positive for Blood

Dad Blasts Away Daughter's Laptop

Birth Control Shift Won't Quell Storm

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Despite President Obama's change in plan to require religious organizations to provide contraceptive coverage for employees, US bishops conference and other groups say he didn't go far enough and call for the 'mandate' to be rescinded.

YOU DECIDE: Satisfied With Policy Change?

READ: Statement by Religious Scholars

Maine Caucus Turns Into Two-Man Showdown

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With other GOP hopefuls not competing in state, Romney looks to end slide and Paul looks for first win

VIDEO: Maine a Two-Man Race?

Hopefuls Serve Red Meat at CPAC

Fire engulfs Calif. home at center of police standoff

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Sheriff's deputy suspected of having sex with inmate

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Bahrain rights activist says 2 Americans detained

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Second skull found after tip from California killer

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Texas judge resigns after caught snoozing

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Twitter rumor claims ninjas kill North Korea leader

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Putin's rivals face pressure, biased coverage- Russia wants to suspend US adoptions

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Syrian elites looking for way out, officials say- Gunmen assassinate Syrian army general

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Marine veteran found after surviving 2 days in snow

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US Navy names ship after Gabrielle Giffords- VIDEO: Enter private world of Navy SEALs

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Fight breaks out during Arizona Baptist funeral

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Bomb threat prompts plane evacuation at Pa. airport

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Libya asks Niger to hand over Qaddafi's son

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Stalker Valentine’s Day card criticized

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Cars of the week

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Empty Nester Financial Tips

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New Show Ode to Nerds

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Jazz Up Boring Chicken

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7 Things That Ruin Your Smile

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Passive Solar Power

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Dead Spacecraft Spied on Mars

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Google Has Equation for Love

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What to Say to Airline Sneezer

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Defence Staff Held In Illegal Payments Probe

2012-02-11T07:35:00.001-08:00

Defence Staff Held In Illegal Payments Probe

Defence Staff Held In Illegal Payments Probe
Half-Term Freeze Starts With Lows Of -18C
Syria: Gunmen Assassinate General In Damascus
UK Dismisses Falklands Claims As 'Absurd'
Saudi Protester Shot Dead By Security Forces
Suarez Snubs Evra Handshake After Race Row
Beyonce And Jay-Z Release Photos Of Baby Blue
Miliband: 'Kill The Government's Health Bill'
Protesting Tibetan Monk Sets Himself On Fire
Lenders Warned As 95% Mortgages Return

Defence Staff Held In Illegal Payments Probe

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Eight people, including a serving member of the Armed Forces, a female Ministry of Defence employee, and five Sun journalists have been arrested over claims of illegal payments to police and public officials.

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Half-Term Freeze Starts With Lows Of -18C

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Half-term holidaymakers have been warned about treacherous road conditions and the risk of "frozen" fuel after temperatures sank close to -20C on the coldest night of the winter so far.

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Syria: Gunmen Assassinate General In Damascus

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Gunmen have assassinated an army general in Damascus, state media reports have said.

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UK Dismisses Falklands Claims As 'Absurd'

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Britain's ambassador to the UN has said Argentinian claims that the UK is militarising the Falkland Islands are "manifestly absurd".

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Saudi Protester Shot Dead By Security Forces

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One protester has been shot dead during demonstrations in Saudi Arabia.

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Suarez Snubs Evra Handshake After Race Row

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Liverpool's Luis Suarez has snubbed the offer of a handshake from Manchester United's Patrice Evra as the pair came face to face for the first time since they were embroiled in a race row.

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Beyonce And Jay-Z Release Photos Of Baby Blue

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Beyonce and her rapper husband Jay-Z have released the first pictures of their baby daughter, Blue Ivy Carter.

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Miliband: 'Kill The Government's Health Bill'

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Ed Miliband has written to the House of Lords urging them to "kill the Government's health bill" as pressure grows on the coalition to abandon the reforms.

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Protesting Tibetan Monk Sets Himself On Fire

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A Tibetan monk has set himself on fire in a protest against the Chinese government, according to pro-Tibet groups.

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Lenders Warned As 95% Mortgages Return

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Low-deposit mortgage deals are back on offer for first-time buyers after the financial crisis left many struggling to get on the property ladder.

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Pak intelligence agencies face challenge from SC

2012-02-11T07:16:00.001-08:00

Pak intelligence agencies face challenge from SC

Pak intelligence agencies face challenge from SC
`Indo-Afghan military ties not aimed at anyone`
Pakistan Army tries 5 officers over extremist ties
USâ€™ Blake meets with new Maldives leader
`India Show` in Lahore, anti-India show in Karachi
Maldivian tourism: Shaken but not stirred
Bangladesh: JeI activists vandalise Hindu temples
Gilani has no option but to write letter: Nawaz
Maldives calm after days of clashes, protests
`External force detaching Balochistan from Pak`
Pakistan to lease Gilgit-Baltistan to China?
No early polls in Maldives: New President
Sri Lankan Prez orders security for Nasheedâ€™s wife
Indians safe in Maldives amid chaos
`India offers asylum to Maldivesâ€™ ex-leader`
US backtracks on recognition of new Maldives govt
Human trafficking racket involving Lankans busted
â€˜Nepal peace process to be concluded on timeâ€™
Prince Harry should help people in Afghan: Taliban
Militant attack at Imranâ€™s rally; 1 dead, 11 injured

Pak intelligence agencies face challenge from SC

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Pakistan`s powerful military intelligence agencies are facing an unprecedented challenge from the Supreme Court.

`Indo-Afghan military ties not aimed at anyone`

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India is the first country with which Afghanistan had inked a strategic partnership, a move which raised eyebrows in Pakistan.

Pakistan Army tries 5 officers over extremist ties

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Brigadier Ali Khan and the four officers were detained in May, 2011 on charges of links to the Hizb-ut-Tahrir group.

USâ€™ Blake meets with new Maldives leader

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The US initially recognised the new Maldives government, but later backtracked, saying the situation was unclear.

`India Show` in Lahore, anti-India show in Karachi

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Even as the ``India Show`` kicks off in Lahore, not far in Karachi, anti-India groups have gathered to hold a massive rally.

Maldivian tourism: Shaken but not stirred

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Maldives known for its deep blue seas, turquoise reefs, white sandy beaches and palm trees attracts lakhs of tourists every year.

Bangladesh: JeI activists vandalise Hindu temples

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A website report said that at least three other Hindu temples were attacked by fundamentalist Jamaat-e-Islami activists.

Gilani has no option but to write letter: Nawaz

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The Pakistani PM has refused to write to the Swiss authorities to reopen corruption cases against President Asif Ali Zardari.

Maldives calm after days of clashes, protests

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An uneasy calm prevailed on the streets of Male following days of protests in the wake of the resignation of Mohamed Nasheed.

`External force detaching Balochistan from Pak`

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Rehman Malik said that Army and paramilitary Frontier Corps were not guilty of abducting and killing people in Baloshistan.

Pakistan to lease Gilgit-Baltistan to China?

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Pakistan is considering a proposal to lease the disputed Gilgit-Baltistan region to Beijing for 50 years.

No early polls in Maldives: New President

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Mohamed Nasheed has reportedly said that he would approach the Supreme Court for justice and possible reinstatement in office.

Sri Lankan Prez orders security for Nasheedâ€™s wife

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The wife of deposed Maldivian president Mohamed Nasheed telephoned President Rajapaksa after arriving in Sri Lanka on Wednesday.

Indians safe in Maldives amid chaos

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Indians constitute a significant chunk of the total population of over three lakh in Maldives.

`India offers asylum to Maldivesâ€™ ex-leader`

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Ousted Maldivian president, Mohamed Nasheed, has, however, showed willingness to stay back in the Indian Ocean nation.

US backtracks on recognition of new Maldives govt

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State Department spokeswoman Victoria Nuland said that the circumstances in the Maldives are murky and contested.

Human trafficking racket involving Lankans busted

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A major human trafficking network involving Sri Lankans has been unearthed in a multi-national operation, including Finnish, French and Belgian.

â€˜Nepal peace process to be concluded on timeâ€™

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A top Maoist leader said the government will finish the key task of concluding the peace process and framing a new constitution.

Prince Harry should help people in Afghan: Taliban

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The statement comes in the wake of the Prince qualifying as an Apache attack helicopter pilot.

Militant attack at Imranâ€™s rally; 1 dead, 11 injured

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Imran Khan had left the area after addressing the rally organised by his Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf party and was not near the site of the attack.

Falak`s grandparents say kids were sold by father

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Falak`s grandparents say kids were sold by father

Falak`s grandparents say kids were sold by father
No need for Gen Singh to resign: Swamy
US: `Psychotic` Indian mom to return home
Centre to amend IPC to criminalise private sector graft
â€˜Give Rajapaksa Bharat Ratna for wiping out LTTEâ€™
Antony to visit Saudi Arabia
Court battle lost, will Army Chief step down?
Indians safe in Maldives
â€˜Congress angry over Khurshidâ€™s Batla remarksâ€™
Two more arrested in Falak case; baby still critical
Antony to visit Saudi Arabia
Govt forms panel for selecting next Army Chief
Cong happy over resolution of Army chief`s age row
Take cue from Mamata to deal with Naxals: Jairam
Proud of you but honour commitment: SC to Gen
EU asks India to help bring Iran to nuclear talks
No amnesty scheme for bringing back black money: Moily
All trade unions supporting strike on Feb 28: Raja
India determined to deepen ties with Nepal: Envoy
After courtroom drama, it`s business as usual for Army Chief
Dalai Lama not a separatist: Archbishop Tutu
Army Chiefâ€™s fate was crystal clear from the beginning
BJP blames PM, Sonia for Army Chief`s age row
`More Indians being denied US work visas`
BJP asks PM to break silence on Batla encounter
Maldives crisis: India sends special envoy
Khurshid denies Sonia cried over Batla
IIT student held for `abducting` girl

Falak`s grandparents say kids were sold by father

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In a major breakthrough in the baby Falak case, the Delhi police arrested the key accused, Rajkumar.

No need for Gen Singh to resign: Swamy

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Subramanian Swamy said that the Supreme Court proceedings on V K Singh`s date of birth was a "vindication of his honour" and he need not to resign.

US: `Psychotic` Indian mom to return home

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A "psychotic" Indian mother, who threw her 19-month-old baby into the Hudson river two years ago, has been allowed to return home to reunite with her daughters after a court here was told that her mental condition had improved.

Centre to amend IPC to criminalise private sector graft

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The Centre plans to bring an amendment to the Indian Penal Code to make corruption in private sector a criminal offence, V Narayanasamy said.

â€˜Give Rajapaksa Bharat Ratna for wiping out LTTEâ€™

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Subramanian Swamy has said that Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa should be awarded Bharat Ratna for exterminating LTTE.

Antony to visit Saudi Arabia

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India and Saudi Arabia are all set to give a boost to their defence ties and understanding with discussion on areas of mutual benefits.

Court battle lost, will Army Chief step down?

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A day after Army Chief General Vijay Kumar Singh â€œlostâ€� the court battle on his date of birth, there are murmurs in the government circles that he will most likely step down.

Indians safe in Maldives

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Indians, who constitute a significant chunk in Maldives, are safe in the country.

â€˜Congress angry over Khurshidâ€™s Batla remarksâ€™

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Union Law Minister and senior Congress leader Salman Khurshidâ€™s remarks that Sonia Gandhi had cried on seeing photographs of the Batla House encounter, have infuriated not just the opposition but the party itself.

Two more arrested in Falak case; baby still critical

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The twin arrests have taken to 10 the number of people arrested so far as part of the probe into Falak case that delves into the human trafficking.

Antony to visit Saudi Arabia

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Antony would be going to Saudi Arabia two years after Prime Minister Manmohan Singh`s visit to that country.

Govt forms panel for selecting next Army Chief

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The ministry panel includes the senior-most Lieutenant Generals for selecting the next Army Chief, sources said here.

Cong happy over resolution of Army chief`s age row

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Congress on Friday expressed happiness over the resolution of Army Chief Gen VK Singh`s age row.

Take cue from Mamata to deal with Naxals: Jairam

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The West Bengal government has focused on the development agenda and offered a rehabilitation package for surrendered Maoists.

Proud of you but honour commitment: SC to Gen

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Supreme Court asked Army Chief Gen VK Singh to honour the commitment given to the Centre.

EU asks India to help bring Iran to nuclear talks

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The EU wants India to draw Iran into talks over its nuclear programme but said strong sanctions are also needed, European Council president said.

No amnesty scheme for bringing back black money: Moily

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The government said an amnesty scheme for bringing back black money is not on the cards.

All trade unions supporting strike on Feb 28: Raja

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A Raja said that the strike has been called to protest against the "liberalised economic policies" of the UPA government led by Dr Manmohan Singh.

India determined to deepen ties with Nepal: Envoy

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India Monday underlined its determination to deepen bilateral ties with Nepal based on "each other`s interest and sensitivity".

After courtroom drama, it`s business as usual for Army Chief

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The Army Chief is scheduled to return from Jaipur tomorrow evening after which he will depart for an official tour to Britain from February 13 to 17.

Dalai Lama not a separatist: Archbishop Tutu

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Nobel Peace Laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu described Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama as the "most peace loving person on the earth."

Army Chiefâ€™s fate was crystal clear from the beginning

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The Supreme Court on Friday disposed off Army Chiefâ€™s petition on age row after General VK Singh decided to withdraw his plea.

BJP blames PM, Sonia for Army Chief`s age row

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BJP held PM Manmohan Singh, Sonia Gandhi and the government as a whole responsible for Army Chief`s age row being taken to court.

`More Indians being denied US work visas`

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India-born professionals are being refused US work visas at higher rates than nationals of other countries, an American think tank said in a report on Friday.

BJP asks PM to break silence on Batla encounter

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Speaking in Lucknow, national vice president of BJP Vinay Katiyar demanded that Khurshid be sacked and asked the Prime Minister to issue a clarification.

Maldives crisis: India sends special envoy

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Prime Minister Manmohan Singh said it was his sincere hope that the matter can be resolved through peaceful dialogue.

Khurshid denies Sonia cried over Batla

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Salman Khurshid today backtracked asserting he did not say that Sonia cried and he had only stated that she became "emotional".

IIT student held for `abducting` girl

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An IIT-Delhi student has been taken into custody for allegedly blackmailing an IIT-Kanpur student.