Israel recognises South Sudan
2011-07-10 17:34:57
Israel recognised South Sudan on Sunday, offering the new state economic help after it seceded from the mainly Arab Muslim north.
Yemeni leader's appearance sparks deadly celebrations
2011-07-09 08:00:37
SANAA, Yemen - Gunfire killed four people during celebrations sparked by Yemeni President Ali Abdullah Saleh's first television appearance since he was badly burned in a bomb attack more than a month ago, medics said.
Murdoch shuts down scandal-hit tabloid
2011-07-08 06:42:33
In an astonishing response to a scandal engulfing his media empire, Rupert Murdoch shut down the News of the World on Thursday.
Fans mourn end of Harry Potter magic
2011-07-07 16:31:46
Film farewells don't get much bigger than Harry Potter, and thousands of fans prepared on Thursday to say goodbye to their beloved boy wizard.
DSK accuser seeks special prosecutor
2011-07-07 10:30:26
A lawyer for the maid who accused Strauss-Kahn of trying to rape her in New York is asking for a special prosecutor to pursue the case.
US warms of human bombs in flights
2011-07-07 08:21:33
The US warned airlines that some terrorists are considering surgically implanting explosives into humans to carry out attacks.
Venezuela 200 years of independence
2011-07-07 07:58:50
Thousands of people gathered to watch a military parade as Venezuela marked the 200th anniversary of its independence from Spain.
China urges peaceful Afghan transition
2011-07-07 06:15:56
China called on the parties concerned to ensure "peaceful, stable transition" in the transfer of security responsibilities in Afghanistan.
Netanyahu blocks pro-Palestinian 'fly-in'
2011-07-06 18:35:37
Israeli Prime Minister authorities to block entry of pro-Palestinian activists planning to travel to Tel Aviv over the weekend.
Lagarde signs up to tougher ethics code
2011-07-06 14:15:16
Lagarde, who took office as IMF managing director on Tuesday, has signed up for tougher ethical rules than her predecessor.
Writer files sex assault against Strauss-Kahn
2011-07-06 13:12:51
A young French author has formally accused former International Monetary Fund chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn of attempted rape.
200 feared dead in boat accident off Sudan
2011-07-06 11:00:14
Some 200 African migrants were feared to have been killed when their boat sank Tuesday off Sudan's coast, a Sudanese news agency reported.
