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Eastern Ukraine region declared independent by pro-Russian separatistsThe activists demanded that a referendum be held no later than May 11 on the possible secession of the Donetsk region, which borders Russia.
- Malaysia Airlines flight MH370: More 'pings' from recorders heard
Malaysia Airlines flight MH370: The Australian ship Ocean Shield picked up signals in an area about 1,000 miles northwest of Perth.Two distinct pinger returns were audible, which would be consistent with the two black box recorders on Malaysia Airlines flight MH370.
- Oscar Pistorius tearfully apologizes to Reeva Steenkamp's family
Oscar Pistorius began testifying in his defense Monday as he faces charges of murdering his girl friend. Pistorius apologized, described panic attacks, and his life story.
US to deploy destroyers to counter North Korean threatUS Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel warned both North Korea and China to respect their neighbor's borders and announced plans to deploy two additional ballistic missile destroyers to aid Japan in conflict with North Korea.
Pro-Russians seize eastern Ukraine government buildingsSecessionist sentiment grows as pro-Russian demonstrators storm Ukraine government buildings in several major cities in eastern Ukraine.
Rwandans find friendship, healing in forgivenessTwenty years after the Rwandan genocide, a former Hutu soldier and his Tutsi victim work side by side to build a single Rwanda.
Rebels intensify shelling of Syrian capitalViolence in Damascus intensified this weekend as mortar shells exploded near Damascus Opera House, on Sunday. Twenty-two people were injured by mortar fire on Saturday.
EU struggles to revise approach to RussiaThe European Union's 28 governments met in Athens Saturday to discuss a revised approach to Russia, following its annexation of Crimea. Concerns about Russia's intentions toward Georgia and Moldova were at the forefront of conversation.
Japan will strike any North Korean missile deemed dangerousJapan's defense minister issued an order this week to prepare for any additional missile launches from North Korea, following Pyongyang's recent test of a medium-range missile and its exchange of live artillery rounds with South Korea.
Feud between families leaves 23 dead in two days in Egypt's Aswan provinceA feud between an Arab clan and a Nubian family, sparked by accusations members of the clan supported ousted Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi, became violent this week. Insults and beating were followed by shootings and a full scale attack on an Arab neighborhood.
- Pussy Riot members: Why they want to reform Russian prisons
Pussy Riot members were cleared of inciting religious hatred Friday by a Russian court. At the same time, Pussy Riot members were speaking out in New York on prisoners' rights.
Malaysia Airlines Flight 370: Chinese ship detects a 'pulse'After five weeks of fruitless looking, a Chinese ship has reportedly detected a 'pulse' in the Indian Ocean, but it's unclear if it's related to the missing jet. Malaysian officials reaffirmed their commitment to finding missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370.
Afghans flock to polls for a say in who will govern their nationAfghans waited in long lines under tight security Saturday, to cast their ballots in the country's first democratic presidential election. Some polling centers weren't opened due to security concerns and Taliban threats.
Mass faintings: Dozens fall ill in Cambodian garment factoriesMass faintings: 118 employees passed out at work on Thursday at textile factories in Phnom Penh. The garment industry earns Cambodia more than $5 billion a year in revenue and employs some 600,000 people.
Darth Vader runs for president of Ukraine against billionaire candy maker and othersDarth Vader, in full costume, announced his candidacy on Saturday. Another candidate, an ex-world boxing champion threw his support behind billionaire candy maker Petro Poroshenko.
Australian shark attack death was rare occurrenceAustralia shark attack: Swimmer Christine Armstrong was killed by a shark as she swam between the wharf and beach near the village of Tathra, Australia.
US calls on Myanmar to allow aid to area wracked by ethnic violenceAid agencies were forced to halt operations in the Myanmar state of Rakhine last week after Buddhists destroyed staff homes, offices, and boats used to transport supplies. On Wednesday, the US called on the Myanmar government to allow humanitarian staff access to the area again.
Two killed in Cairo University explosionsA group known as Soldiers of Egypt claimed responsibility for three bombs that exploded outside Cairo University Wednesday, killing two people including a police brigadier-general, and wounding five others. Police found a fourth bomb in the area.
- Chile earthquake: Tsunami warning lifted after 8.2 temblor
Chile earthquake: The magnitude 8.2 earthquake triggered tsunami warnings, but thousands are returning home Wednesday morning. Chile's president issued a state of emergency.
Bao Bao's big day: Baby panda Bao Bao ventures outside at the National ZooBao Bao, the baby panda living at the National Zoo, took her first steps outside on Tuesday. Baby Bao Bao climbed a tree and sat on the grass, report zoo officials.
