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- Egyptian satirist released on bail
After nearly five hours of questioning, Bassem Youssef, known as Egypt's Jon Stewart, was released on bail. In recent weeks he has been questioned after criticizing President Mohammed Morsi.
- A step toward democracy: Privately owned newspapers return to Myanmar
In Myanmar the state has monopolized the daily press since the 1960s, but on Monday, privately owned daily newspapers will hit the streets once again. The change is part of reform efforts by President Thein Sein.
- BJP in India could name controversial politician their prime ministerial candidate
On Sunday, India's Bharatiya Janata Party elevated Narendra Modi to the party's top decision-making bodies. Narendra has been accused of ignoring or stoking violence between Hindus and Muslims.
- Pakistani politician injured by roadside bomb
Malik Adnan Wazir, a politician associated with the Awami National Party, was wounded by a roadside bomb Sunday, and two of his supporters were killed. The Taliban claimed responsibility for the attack.
- In Easter message Pope Francis calls for peace
Pope Francis emphasized his concern for the poor and suffering, and delivered a plea for peace in the Middle East and on the Korean peninsula during his first Easter Sunday Mass.
- Satirist arrested: Egypt's rulers not amused by Jon Stewart's kind of humor
Egypt arrested Bassem Youssef, a popular TV comedian who modeled his show after Jon Stewart's Daily Show. His arrest is seen as aimed at silencing critics of Islamist President Mohammed Morsi.
- At least 18 killed in Tanzania building collapse
At least 18 people were killed, with more than 60 believed to be trapped under rubble after a building collapsed in Dar es Salaam Friday. The building was under construction and most of those trapped were laborers, or people passing by.
- Kenya's Supreme Court upholds election results
On Saturday, Kenya's Supreme Court upheld the election of Uhuru Kenyatta, who was declared the winner of Kenya's presidential elections earlier this month with 50.07 percent of the vote. Kenyatta is accused of human rights violations by the International Criminal Court.
- Still at a stalemate, Italy's president considers stepping down
Italian media has reported President Giorgio Napolitano may step down as he looks for a way to end the political deadlock that has prevented Italy from forming a new government for more than a month.
- Nelson Mandela: Still hospitalized, breathing comfortably
Former South African President Nelson Mandela, 94, spent a third night in the hospital, where doctors are treating him for pneumonia. Mandela is said to be comfortable and breathing on his own.
- Ralph Klein dies: Leaves legacy of a colorful conservative
Ralph Klein dies: The outspoken premier of Alberta, Canada, was known as King Ralph. He cut public debt to zero and with budget surplus gave out 'Ralph Bucks.' Ralph Klein was one of Canada's most successful politicians.
- Family man and friendly leader? Kim Jong Un gets positive spin at home
While the rest of the world worries about North Korea's threats of nuclear war, at home, North Koreans see a softer side of leader Kim Jong Un portrayed in state propaganda. Images show Kim mingling with children and saluting soldiers.
- Principal killed, six schoolchildren wounded in Pakistan attack
As children gathered outside a private school in Karachi Pakistan to receive test scores and prizes, a man threw two grenades and opened fire at the school. The school's principal was killed, and six children were wounded.
- B-2 bombers not intended to provoke North Korea, says Hagel
The unprecedented U.S. decision to send nuclear-capable B-2 stealth bombers to drop dummy munitions during military drills with South Korea this week was part of normal exercises and not intended to provoke a reaction from North Korea, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said.
- Doctor killed 300 patients? Doctor felt 'all powerful,' say prosecutors.
Doctor 300 deaths: A Brazilian doctor has been charged with murdering seven patients, but officials say they have evidence of at least 20 murders, plus another 300 suspicious deaths still under investigation.
- Vigilantes seize town in Mexico, arrest police
Vigilantes seize town: A tourist heading to the beach with relatives was slightly wounded Tuesday after they refused to stop at a roadblock and vigilantes fired shots at their car, officials said.
- Deadly 6.1 magnitude earthquake strikes Taiwan
One person was killed and 19 others were injured as a result of the temblor. Buildings were swaying on the island nation off China's coast.
- Taiwan earthquake: 6.0 magnitude earthquake sways buildings
An earthquake variously reported as magnitude 6.0 and 6.1 struck 155 miles from Taipei Wednesday morning, shaking buildings and injuring one woman.
- Pope Francis chooses guest room over luxurious papal apartments
Pope Francis continues to follow the example of his chosen namesake, declining the imperial trappings of the papacy in favor of a simpler lifestyle
- Mexico City earthquake: Country rattled by 5.5 earthquake
Mexico City earthquake: A magnitude 5.5 earthquake shook Mexico Tuesday morning sending Mexico City residents into the streets. The earthquake was centered about 100 miles south of Acapulco on Mexico's Pacific coast.