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China to join int'l co-op for marine development Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 6:28PMChinese Vice Premier Li Keqiang has pledged China would work with the international community to promote the sustainable growth of the oceans.
Clean up underway in Christchurch Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 6:17PM30 teams of engineers are in Christchurch carrying out swift assessments on the safety of earthquake hit buildings. The industry's been on standby since the early hours of the quake, and 50 engineers from outside the region are already on site.
FIFA envoy is the only one benefiting from worldwide 'tour' Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 6:14PMPresident of Chilean soccer federation is moving up fast in the sport's world governing body, but his travels to cities seeking to stage World Cups are nothing more than a dog and pony show. President of Chilean soccer federation is moving up fast in the sport's world governing body, but his travels to cities seeking to stage World Cups are nothing more than a dog and pony show.
Grahame L. Jones: FIFA envoy is the only one benefiting from worldwide 'tour' Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 6:12PMPresident of Chilean soccer federation is moving up fast in the sport's world governing body, but his travels to cities seeking to stage World Cups are nothing more than a dog and pony show. Sometime on Monday, an aircraft will touch down in the United States and from it will emerge a shaggy-haired, 49-year-old former journalist from Chile by the unlikely name of Harold Mayne-Nicholls.
Obama to meet Asean heads Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 6:12PMWASHINGTON - UNITED States President Barack Obama will meet South-east Asian leaders on Sept 24, at the time of the United Nations General Assembly, the White House said. This will be the second such US-Asean leaders' meeting and it follows a gathering in Singapore in November last year, where the leaders committed to deeper cooperation in areas such as trade and investment, food, energy and ...
Clean up underway in Christchurch Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 6:07PM30 teams of engineers are in Christchurch carrying out swift assessments on the safety of earthquake hit buildings.
Majority in Kashmir not anti-India: Advani Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 5:39PMMajority in Kashmir not anti-India: AdvaniMajority in Kashmir not anti-India: Advani
ElBaradei says government behind daughter's swimsuit photos Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 5:38PMCAIRO, Egypt—Mohamed ElBaradei, the former United Nations nuclear chief turned Egyptian reformer, accused the government of publishing pictures of his daughter in a swimsuit and at an event in which alcohol was served, a newspaper reported on Saturday.
Oil dispersant effects remain a mystery Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 5:28PMBP sprayed chemicals massively in confronting the gulf spill, but scientists aren't sure how much good — or bad — they did. In the wake of the BP oil spill, gaping questions remain about a key tool used during cleanup: the nearly 2 million gallons of chemical dispersants sprayed over the water or onto the gushing wellhead on the seafloor. Do the chemicals help recovery, hinder it — or neither?
Channelling hatred Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 5:16PMGrowing attacks on Islam in the West today make the quality of mainstream Muslims’ response crucial.
Blair says did not foresee Iraq "nightmare" Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 8:05PMLONDON (Reuters) - Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair said on Wednesday he could have not have imagined what he called the nightmare that unfolded in Iraq but still did not regret joining the U.S.-led invasion.
UN senior official shocked by killing of Israeli civilians in West Bank Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 8:03PMUNITED NATIONS : The United Nations Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Robert Serry said on Tuesday that he was shocked by the killing of four Israeli civilians, including one pregnant woman, in the West Bank by Hamas militants.
New US sanctions on North Korea target arms, drugs Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:57PMWASHINGTON -- The U.S. government has slapped new sanctions on North Korea, targeting illegal trade in arms, drugs and luxury goods, as it steps up the pressure over the sinking of a South Korean warship.
France defends Roma expulsions Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:57PMDeportation of Gypsies is in line with EU law, says minister Nicolas Sarkozy's government today launched a robust defence of its widely criticised crackdown on Gypsy immigrants in France. A week before convening a meeting of several European interior ministers in Paris to drum up support for the hardline policy and to seek to extend it across the EU, senior French officials told the European ...
Actress Angelina Jolie urges assistance for Pakistan in aftermath of monsoon floods Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:56PMUNITED NATIONS : United Nations Goodwill Ambassador and award-winning actress Angelina Jolie on Tuesday appealed to the public for further financial support to bring humanitarian relief to the millions of Pakistanis suffering as a result of the monsoon floods.
UN launches plan against human trafficking Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:53PMUNITED NATIONS : The United Nations (UN) on Tuesday launched a global action plan to combat human trafficking, with senior UN officials urging that governments worldwide take coordinated and consistent measures.
Highest amount of donations for Pakistan Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:53PMTHE latest figures of the US assistance for Pakistan’s flood relief operations reached $200 million, which is the highest amount donated by a single country.
PM Nepal leaving for New York on September 17 Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:52PMCaretaker Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal will leave for New York, USA for a week on September 17 to attend the 65th General Assembly of the United Nations, if a new Prime Minister is not elected till then.
Eastday-U.S., Mexico open anti-organized crime office Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:52PMMexico and the United States has formally opened an office that will follow the two nations' joint 1.4-billion anti-organized crime plan, Mexico's Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
UK's Blair says did not foresee Iraq "nightmare" Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 7:48PMSource: Reuters LONDON, Sept 1 (Reuters) - Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair said on Wednesday he could have not have imagined what he called the nightmare that unfolded in Iraq but still did not regret ...
Four E.U. Nations Stoke Fears of an Immigrant Flood Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 8:34PMHungary, Romania, Bulgaria and Spain have extended citizenship to almost five million people, most of them outside the E.U. Europe's leaders worry that those with ethnic ties will come "home" to nations already suffering from sky-high unemployment
Silly libel law punishes truth Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 8:33PMAccording to the libel laws of some nations, even the truth is no defense.
UN humanitarian chief lauds Chinese gov't for continued efforts to aid mudslides victims Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 8:28PMUN humanitarian chief John Holmes on Friday voiced his condolences for the loss of life and destruction in the wake of the deadly mudslides in northwestern China and commended continued relief efforts by the Chinese government to assist the victims.
Girls a rare find Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 8:27PMVietNamNet Bridge - With a skewed boy-girl ratio at birth in recent years, there may be a surplus of three millions of men in Vietnam in 20 years time. Can this troubling trend be bucked?
U.N. reacts cautiously to Myanmar vote announcement Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 8:27PMUNITED NATIONS, Aug 14 (Reuters) - U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon reacted cautiously to Myanmar's announcement on Friday that nationwide elections will be held Nov. 7, urging the ruling generals to ensure the vote is "free and fair."
UN pleads for humanitarian access to Darfur camp Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 8:27PMUNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - The U.N. humanitarian chief on Friday urged Sudanese authorities to allow humanitarian aid workers into a Darfur refugee camp that they have been prevented from entering for nearly two weeks.
US committed to lasting friendship with Pakistan: Obama Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 8:24PMCongratulating people of Pakistan on the occasion of its 63rd independence day, US President Barack Obama has expressed his country's long term commitment in strengthening ties with the country.
Baha'i news: U.S.A. joins Netherlands, U.K. and European Union in chorus of condemnation at prison s (=?utf-8?B?QmFoY ... Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 8:24PMBaha'i World News Service http://news.bahai.org For more information, contact news@bahai.org U.S.A. joins Netherlands, U.K. and European Union in chorus of condemnation at prison sentences GENEVA, 13 August (BWNS) — The United States of America has said it "strongly condemns" the sentencing of seven Iranian Baha'i leaders to 20 years ...
Myanmar sets date for 1st vote in 20 years Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 8:21PMMyanmar sets date for 1st vote in 20 years
Elusive Numbers: U.S. Population by Religion Friday, August 13, 2010 @ 8:18PMThe Census Bureau doesn't ask about religion, unlike other countries' censuses, opening the door to controversies about the number of Muslims and other U.S. religious groups.
Taiwan demands Japan apology and compensation for comfort women Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:27AMTaipei - Hundreds of Taiwanese joined a protest Wednesday to demand Japan make an apology and pay compensation to women forced to work in military brothers during World War II.
UN calls for $459-million in aid for flood-stricken Pakistan Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:27AMAgency warns of more deaths unless help arrives
London Hosts A Global Celebration For African Women Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:25AMShe’s your Queeeen to-hoo beeee! Finally, an event to celebrate Black women for more than that azz! Ladies, you’ll be happy to know that sistas from around the globe met in London for African Women’s Day to celebrate the beauty and resolve of the black woman. 2010 to 2020 has been adopted by the African [...]
Wednesday: BP Crews Wait Out Storm; Pakistani President Defends Trip Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:24AMCrews in the Gulf of Mexico drilling the final feet of a relief well intended to permanently plug BP's oil well will have to wait two to three days as a tropical depression passes over the site. Retired Coast Guard Adm. Thad Allen said crews have about 30 to 50 feet left to drill. Meantime, hundreds of federal lawsuits filed over the oil leak will be handled by one judge in New Orleans, a ...
FAO launches global fire monitoring system Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:23AMFAO launches global fire monitoring system
UN Appeals For $459 Million For Pakistan Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:23AMThe United Nations is appealing for $459 million to provide immediate help to millions of flood victims in Pakistan.
Israeli army: More force was needed for ship raid Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:22AMMore force should have been used to clear a ship's deck before the deadly May raid on a pro-Palestinian flotilla, Israel's army chief said Wednesday, claiming that some of the Turkish activists on board had guns and opened fire first, in the most detailed account of the incident to date.
Israeli troops 'weren't ready' Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:22AMIsraeli troops were not ready for the violent resistance they met when they boarded a Gaza-bound aid ship in which nine Palestinian activists were killed, Israel’s military leader says.
UN warns of second wave of Pakistani flood deaths Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:22AMThe United Nations warned on Wednesday of a second wave of deaths from floods in Pakistan unless help arrives soon.
Critics target Google-Verizon plan for new internet regulation Wednesday, August 11, 2010 @ 8:17AMA proposal by Google and Verizon to change the way the Internet is regulated is drawing strong opposition from consumer advocates. The two companies have said content-creators should be allowed to pay to have their products delivered faster on the new wireless Internet, and to charge customers more for new wireless services that require large amounts of data. Google and Verizon say it is fine to ...
Hollow polls won't take Myanmar far Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 5:42PMWithout a firm plan of action, the 2010 Myanmar elections will lead nowhere. Since other international bodies have failed so far, Asean must take the lead in facilitating a regionally approved roadmap for democracy, writes U WIN TIN
Heather Boyd, 95, was Barrington village clerk Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 5:41PMHelen Boyd died Friday at age 95 in her Barrington home where she had lived since 1942. Boyd had a 68-year history of living, working and volunteering in the area.
It's time Israel took its boot off Gaza's windpipe Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 5:41PMIT is easier to enter a maximum-security prison than it is to enter the strip of land - 45km long and maybe 8km wide -- that is home to Gaza's 1.5 million Palestinians.
NZ to give $2m to Pakistan after floods Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 5:41PMNew Zealand is to provide $2 million in emergency aid to Pakistan following severe floods there killing up to 1500 people, and making life miserable for more than three million. read more
Canada gives 2 million dollars in aid to flood-hit Pakistan Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 5:40PMMONTREAL: Canada announced yesterday, it was providing two million dollars worth of emergency aid for thousands of victims of Pakistan’s worst floods in 80 years.
UN agencies, humanitarian partners providing aid following "worst floods" in Pakistan: UN Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 5:39PMWith Pakistan experiencing one of the "worst floods" leaving thousands of people awaiting rescue, United Nations agencies and humanitarian partners in the region are providing emergency aid, prioritizing those in the worst affected areas, UN spokesman Martin Nesirky said in the United Nations Tuesday.
Planet Ark Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 5:33PMA family wades through receding flood waters while returning to their homes in Nowshera, located in Pakistan's northwest Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa Province August 1, 2010.
Flags lowered to half-mast to acknowledge death Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 5:30PMAt the request of the Prime Minister, the Honourable John Key, the New Zealand Flag is to be half-masted on all Government and public buildings for the remainder of today, 4 August 2010, to mark the death of Lieutenant Tim O'Donnell, soldier of the ...
Developing nations call for south-south co-op to achieve MDGs Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 5:28PMExperts from developing countries in Beijing Tuesday called for stronger south-south cooperation to achieve the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).
Beijing hosts cyber-security conference Tuesday, August 3, 2010 @ 5:28PMTop cyber-security analysts are gathering in the Chinese capital for a summit to boost security in the sector, amid the increasing threat of computer hacking worldwide.