US-Libya war next?
As Libya`s civil war peaks, the US is weighing the role it could play in the chaos. But, many Americans think another intervention would be the worst option for both the US and Libya.
Major tsunami hits Japan, more than 442 believed dead
Northeastern Japan has been hit by a tsunami reaching 10 meters high in some areas. The tsunami waves were caused by an earthquake measuring 8.9 on the Richter scale. The death toll has reached 442 with more than 750 missing, according to officials.
Congressman Hastings sued for sexual assault
A staff member of the Helsinki Commission, an organization to promote democracy, security and human rights, has accused Rep. Alcee Hastings of repeated unwelcome sexual advances, touching and retaliation.
British director to film Anna Karenina
British director Joe Wright (Pride and Prejudice, 2006 and Atonement, 2007) is set to make a film based on Leo Tolstoy`s epic novel Anna Karenina.
Putin floats visa-free travel for US and Russia
In talks with Vice President Biden, Prime Minister Putin puts forward visa-free travel for Russia and the US.
"Russia and China`s capabilities pose mortal threat to US"
While US vice-president Joe Biden has been visiting Moscow to reaffirm the US-Russia reset, the US Director of National Intelligence says Russia`s and China`s nuclear capabilities pose the greatest threat to the US.
15 Russians among world`s top 100 richest people
Fifteen Russian tycoons are among world`s 100 richest people, while the total number of billionaires in Russia grew to 101 from 62 last year mainly due to a recent boom in prices for commodities, Forbes magazine said.
Russia imposes sanctions on arms sales to Libya
Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has signed a decree to join UN Security Council sanctions against Libya, the Kremlin said on Thursday.
U.S. awards Women of Courage Award to Kyrgyz president
The U.S. Department of State has awarded Kyrgyz President Roza Otunbayeva the International Women of Courage Award, Kyrgyz media reported on Wednesday.
Georgia against Russian WTO entry at own expense
Georgia will not allow Russia to join the World Trade Organization (WTO) at the expense of its own interests, Vice Parliamentary Speaker Georgi Tsereteli said on Wednesday.
Libyan violence due to foreign involvement?
The violence in Libya has reached a grim milestone: more than a thousand people are thought to have died in the fighting between rebel and government forces. Libyan authorities insist that the uprising is orchestrated from abroad.
What caused South Russian plane crash?
Investigators have found that a plane that crashed in the south of Russia on Saturday attempted to descend too fast, possibly because of an airspeed indicator failure, Kommersant daily said on Wednesday.
Muslims suing FBI for spying on worshipers
Muslims in southern California claimed they have been unfairly targeted because of their religion. Now they are taking on the FBI with a new lawsuit, which they hope exposes violations of the US Constitution.
Clinton seeks new information war
While appearing before a congressional committee, US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton declared the US is losing the global information war and requires extra funds to compete with others in a global propaganda war.
Top secret X-37B space craft to launch again
Little is known about the US Air Force`s X-37B which ended its first mission three months ago. However, the craft is set to fly again on an unknown mission for unknown reasons.
Japan refuses to reinvestigate Russian flag desecration
Japan does not believe it necessary to reopen a probe into the desecration of a Russian flag by right-wing campaigners in the country, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yukio Edano said.
Manning faces more charges, death penalty
The US military officially adds 22 new charges, including `aiding the enemy` against alleged WikiLeaks leaker Pfc. Bradley Manning.
Russian designer to keep Paris sweet
One of the leading Russian fashion designers, Valentin Yudashkin, has tried his hand at haute cuisine. He`s created an exquisite signature dessert served at the legendary Parisian Cafe de la Paix.
Growing food crisis splits the US
America is the land of plenty, but these days that plenty is only reaching a few, with the country split into two different `Americas.`
Iran protests Olympic logo
Tehran has officially challenged the 2012 London Olympic Games logo as racist and Zionist.
Saudi Arabia sends tanks to riot-hit Bahrain
Saudi Arabia has sent dozens of tanks to Bahrain, where anti-government protests continue for about two weeks, Egypt`s Al-Masry Al-Youm newspaper said on Tuesday.
New Zealand earthquake death toll may climb to 240
The death in last week`s earthquake in New Zealand may rise to 240 from the current 154, Radio New Zealand said on Tuesday citing Police Superintendent Dave Cliff.
Electric shock kills 16 at Brazil carnival
At least 16 people were killed and 50 injured during carnival celebrations in the Brazilian city of Bandeira do Sul after overhead power lines broke and fell into the crowd, Spanish news agency EFE reported on Monday.
Egypt invites TV celebrities, artists to bring back tourists
Egypt`s newly-appointed Tourism Minister Mounir Fakhry Abdel Nour invited several world-famous actors and TV celebrities to organize shows and entertainment programs on Cairo`s Tahrir Square, Al-Masry Al-Youm news agency reported on Monday.
Black caviar could become cheaper
If applied, it might bring back the days when families could enjoy caviar without breaking the bank.