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21 killed in Pakistan bombings as Britain pledges help to fight extremismOn Sunday, two bombs targeting military troops killed 21 and wounded dozens in northwestern Pakistan. The attacks came as British Prime Minister David Cameron was visiting Pakistan to pledge aid for fighting terrorism
Why Snowden's asylum has Ecuadorean flower growers worriedIn an effort to gain leverage over the Ecuadorean government, the Obama administration has indefinitely delayed the planned elimination of tariffs on the import of roses from Ecuador. Without the rose benefit, Ecuadorean flower growers worry their trade relationship with the US may be damaged.
At stroke of midnight, Croatia to join European UnionCroatia will become the 28th EU member on Monday, some 20 years after gaining independence in a bloody civil war.
Kerry leaves Middle East without deal, but says gap has been narrowedSecretary of State John Kerry completed negotiations with Israel and Palestine without striking a deal for the two countries to re-engage in peace talks. However, Kerry said all sides were cautiously optimistic, and plans to return to the region soon.
Protests erupt after Indian Army kills two in KashmirLocal residents said protests turned violent after the army refused to return one of the bodies to the villagers.
Serbia gets green light to negotiate entry to European UnionSerbia: After decades of transformation, the former Yugoslav republic will begin negotiating to join the EU in January 2014. Once considered a pariah because of its role in the collapse of Yugoslavia, Serbia has made democratic reforms and captured fugitives wanted for war crimes.
Silvio Berlusconi: Associate describes 'excess' at bunga bunga partiesSilvio Berlusconi: A close associate of the former Italian prime minister described his bunga bunga parties as 'excess, abuse of power and degradation.' On Monday, Burlusconi was sentenced to seven years in jail for paying for sex with a minor and abuse of office.
Edward Snowden: Has search for NSA leaker become a sideshow?Edward Snowden: As the press and public focus on Snowden's location and where he may move next, some worry the former National Security Agency contractor is overshadowing the underlying debate over government collection of data.
Is North Korea ready to talk? Moscow meeting may be first stepNorth Korea's chief nuclear negotiator will travel to Moscow next week, in what may be a step toward resuming the six-party talks North Korea walked out of in 2009.
Following mass protests, Brazil's president sees sharp drop in approvalPublic support for Brazilian President Dilma Pousseff's government has dropped from 57 to 30 percent approval. Mass protests over a variety of issues have taken place in Brazil since mid-June.
Nelson Mandela: Obama meets Mandela family, police disperse protestersNelson Mandela: On Saturday, President Barack Obama met with relatives of former South African President Nelson Mandela, the anti-apartheid hero who remains critically ill. While visiting South Africa, Obama has faced protests over US foreign policy and drones.
Iran's Rouhani pledges an inclusive cabinet, moderate governmentIran's President-elect Hassan Rouhani has pledged to appoint a 'trans-factional' cabinet beholden to no political party. His statement should reassure both hardliners and reformists, who he says will both have a seat at the table.
Assad's forces bomb rebel-held neighborhoods in HomsOn Saturday the Syrian military bombed Homs, the country's third largest city, as part of an on-going effort to retake cities controlled by rebel forces. Activists also reported heavy shelling and tanks, in what may be the most violent day in Homs since the conflict in Syria began.
Obama asks Egyptians to denounce violence on eve of mass protestOn Saturday, President Barack Obama said he was concerned about the political violence and unrest in Egypt, and called on both supporters of Egyptian President Mohamed Mursi and the opposition to begin a constructive dialogue.
Obama calls Nelson Mandela 'one of the greatest people in history'Visiting South Africa Saturday, President Barack Obama noted the courage of nation's ailing anti-apartheid leader and former President, Nelson Mandela, and encouraged other world leaders to follow his example. The Obamas will visit with some of Mandela's relatives.
Senior Vatican cleric arrested in money smuggling caseMonsignor Nunzio Scarano worked in the Vatican's financial administration and was taken into custody Friday.
- China knife attack death toll increases
China knife attack results in multiple deaths in the Xinjiang region. Police stations were one of the targets in the China knife attack.
Pentagon slammed for $1 billion deal with banned arms dealerIncluding the new contract, the Pentagon has spent more than $1 billion on helicopters and related maintenance and service with Rosoboronexport, Assad's top arms supplier.
EU leaders win breakthrough on budget dealThe new, unanimous, multi-year European Union budget, which includes the first cuts to EU spending in its history, determines what the bloc can spend on common infrastructure like railway or road projects, farming subsidies, and aid to poor countries.
Kate Middleton and Prince William release new baby detailsKate Middleton, now officially 'Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge,' still won't say if the heir to the crown is a boy or a girl, but she's revealing a few other facts.
