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Syria: Doctors Without Borders reports 355 dead from chemical attackInternational aid group Doctors Without Borders says they have received roughly 3,600 patients with 'neurotoxic symptons' from an alleged attack earlier this week in eastern Damascus. On Saturday, Syrian media accused rebels of using chemical weapons.
Pakistan: Militants at odds after government's offer of peace talksThe Pakistani government's offer to facilitate peace talks with the Taliban has caused a rift in the organization's leadership. The leader of a side-group reportedly welcomed the offer, infuriating the main Taliban organization.
Bo Xilai admits fault in police chief's defection, but says it wasn't a crimeOusted Chinese politician Bo Xilai said he made mistakes that lead to his former police chief's defection to the US, and his revelations that Bo's wife killed a British businessman. Bo denied trying to cover up the murder.
Mumbai police arrest second suspect in gang rape of photojournalistPolice say a second suspect, arrested Saturday, has confessed his involvement in the gang rape of a 22-year-old photojournalist. The journalist, and Indian woman, was on assignment with a male colleague when they were attacked. She was repeatedly raped by five men.
Russia: Syria must cooperate with U.N. chemical probeRussia and other allies have urged Syrian President Bashar Assad to cooperate with the U.N.'s investigations into the use of chemical agents. On Saturday, Syrian media reported the alleged use of chemical weapons by rebel groups. Rebels accused government forces of an alleged gas attack that killed more than 130 people Wednesday.
Helicopter crashes off Scotland, killing 4A helicopter carrying 18 people from an offshore oil platform to Sumburgh airport in Shetland, Scotland, crashed in the North Sea, about two miles from the airport. Four died in the crash, and 14 were taken to the hospital, though their injuries were not serious.
Will changes to Egypt's constitution favor Mubarak-era politicians?Egypt's military has set up a constitutional committee, which has proposed scrapping changes made to the constitution under ousted President Mohamed Morsi, and reinstating some Mubarak-era policies, like a return to an old voting system.
Doctors work hard for a Mandela turnaroundSouth African doctors say former President Nelson Mandela remains in critical but stable condition. Government officials say Mandela has demonstrated a great resilience.
Suspect arrested in Lebanon double bombing, death toll at least 47Lebanese authorities have arrested a suspect in connection with a set of coordinated explosions Friday, outside two mosques in Tripoli. Police say at least 47 were killed in the attack and more than 500 wounded.
Third gender option now allowed on German birth certificatesThird gender option: Babies born in Germany can now be designated male, female, or neither. The law seeks to protect babies from gender-assignment surgery, which has been the standard treatment for babies born without distinguishing genitalia.
Robert Mugabe sworn in amid election fraud chargesPresident Robert Mugabe has ruled Zimbabwe since 1980. On Thursday, Mugabe was sworn in for a new five-year term. Opposition leader Morgan Tsvangirai boycotted the ceremony.
Bo Xilai political scandal: Why a guilty verdict is likelyAfter Bo Xilai's wife admitted to murdering a British businessman, the former political leader was accused of misusing his position. A court will consider his case beginning on Thursday.
In Syria, UN searches for clarityAn alleged chemical weapons attack occurred with United Nations investigators nearby in Syria early Wednesday. Following an emergency meeting to discuss the allegations, the UN Security Council determined it will follow the situation closely.
Egyptian court orders Hosni Mubarak be releasedThe former Egyptian president has been detained since April of 2011. It is not certain if and when Mubarak will be set free.
Nazi camp: Merkel pauses campaign to visit DachauNazi camp: Merkel is the first German chancellor to visit the Dachau concentration camp. Angela Merkel spoke with survivors and talked of the 'deep sadness and shame' the Nazi camp engendered.
Gay weddings begin in New Zealand, including one at 39,000 feetGay marriage was legalized in New Zealand in April, and the law took effect Monday. One high-profile and high-altitude wedding took place on a plane, with witness Jesse Tyler Ferguson.
Usain Bolt: The most successful athlete in world championshipsUsain Bolt won three gold medals at the World Championships, bringing his career medal count to 10 (eight golds, two silver). Usain Bolt took gold in the 100- and 200-meter races, as well as the 4X100-meter relay.
Why Hosni Mubarak could be set free in EgyptFormer Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak, who faces a retrial for the killings of hundreds of protesters during the 2011 uprising, could be released from custody this week, judicial officials said Monday.
U.N. investigates use of chemical weapons in DamascusThe Syrian government vowed full cooperation as U.N. inspectors arrived in Damascus to investigate allegations of chemical weapons use. The US, Britain, and France have charged President Bashar Assad's government with using chemical weapons.
- Mexico drug war: Drug boss nabbed near Texas border
Mexico drug war: The US State Department had been offering a reward of $5 million for the capture of Mario Armando Ramirez Trevino, a Gulf Cartel leader.
