Mexican women aim for role in local politics

2012-04-22 07:35:10

Mexico's patriarchal traditions dominate its political culture.

US visa rules keep artists out

2012-04-22 07:35:50

Critics say a 'culture of no' is hurting cultural exchanges between US and other countries.

Seeking clues to the universe

2012-04-22 07:34:50

In Chile's desert, building a huge astronomical array.

Transforming racism into tolerance

2012-04-21 08:04:24

The objects displayed in the US state of Michigan's newest museum are united by a common theme: They are steeped in racism so intense that it makes visitors cringe.

IMF warns of imbalance

2012-04-21 03:47:59

A decline in China's current account surplus has been driven more by investment than consumption.

Dick Clark, champion of rock 'n' roll, dies at 82

2012-04-20 08:05:37

Dick Clark stood as an avatar of rock 'n' roll virtually from its birth and, until his death on Wednesday at age 82, as a cultural touchstone for several generations of Americans.

Time's most influential list has Chinese

2012-04-20 08:05:37

The list has 54 international names - the first time they outweighed the American contingent.

Memorial service held for slain students

2012-04-20 07:03:01

The memorial service in Los Angeles for Wu Ying and Qu Ming, who were fatally shot one week ago, was held on Wednesday evening.

Brazil's basic interest rate down to 9%

2012-04-19 13:26:22

Brazil's Monetary Policy Committee (Copom) announced on Wednesday evening a cut in the country's annual basic interest rate Selic from 9.75 to nine percent.

Cuba calls for L American unity in defiance of US

2012-04-19 11:22:41

Cuba called for Latin American and Caribbean countries to maintain unity amid US attempts to sow division in the region, the official daily Granma said Wednesday.

Agents forced out after scandal

2012-04-19 10:10:37

Three Secret Service agents have been forced out of their positions in the aftermath of a scandal involving 11 agency personnel and prostitutes.

US concerned as Sudan to topple South

2012-04-19 08:22:07

The US government expressed concerns on the statement by Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir.