IMF welcomes bolstered resources
2012-06-29 09:43:20
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Thursday that the resources member countries committed are welcomed and would be safeguarded.
US AG held in contempt of Congress
2012-06-29 06:47:16
US Attorney General Eric Holder was held in contempt of Congress Thursday in a House of Representatives vote for his refusal to turn over some documents.
Google announces cloud-computing engine
2012-06-29 06:47:01
Google announced Compute Engine, a cloud-computing service that allows businesses to run their applications on servers in the tech giant's data center.
Venezuela poll shows tight race for Chavez
2012-06-28 16:07:27
A new poll shows Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez only slightly ahead of challenger Henrique Capriles in the October 7 presidential election.
Colorado wildfire rages; Obama plans visit
2012-06-28 16:03:40
Firefighters struggled on Wednesday to beat back a fiercely aggressive wildfire raging at the edge of Colorado Springs that has forced at least 35,000 people from their homes.
Google introduces streaming device Nexus Q
2012-06-28 13:31:18
Google on Wednesday introduced Nexus Q, touted by the company as the world's first "social streaming media player".
US calls for 'sound' China relations
2012-06-28 13:26:31
As Washington is gearing up its diplomatic efforts in Southeast Asia, it is equally important to maintain a sound relationship with China.
Obama retains lead over Romney
2012-06-28 06:54:48
US President Barack Obama retains a narrow lead over Republican presumptive nominee Mitt Romney in key swing states.
Human stem cells reverse diabetes in mice
2012-06-28 11:11:53
A new research has shown that human stem cell transplants can successfully restore insulin production and reverse diabetes in mice for the first time.
Global tablet usage for TV viewing doubles
2012-06-28 10:02:08
Global usage of tablet computers by consumers for viewing TV and video content has more than doubled in the past year.
US screenwriter Nora Ephron dies
2012-06-28 08:19:37
Oscar-nominated screenwriter Nora Ephron, known for romantic comedies Sleepless in Seattle, has died in New York after battling leukemia. She was 71.
Russia warns US on Magnitsky bill
2012-06-27 19:32:04
Russia could take asymmetrical response to the approval of the Magnitsky bill by the United States.