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Libya threatens to bomb North Korea oil tankerLibya issued the threat to try to stop Libyan rebels, who have seized three major ports. A successful independent oil shipment via the North Korean tanker would be a blow to the Libyan government.
Israel to display Iranian ship in hope of derailing talks with WestIsrael brought an Iranian ship it had seized to dock Saturday. Claiming the ship was carrying Syrian-made rockets bound for Hamas, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said, 'This is the real face of Iran,' and expressed hope the West would rethink outreach to Iran.
China urges calm and restraint in UkraineIn a statement Saturday, China's foreign minister urged all countries involved to come together to find a diplomatic way forward in Ukraine. He also said China would not interfere in what it considers an internal affair.
- Indian plane catches fire while landing in Nepal, none killed
The right wheels of an Indian jetliner operated by the budget airline Indigo caught fire while landing in Katmandu, Nepal Saturday. Passengers were quickly evacuated, and no deaths were reported.
- Oscar Pistorius trial: A rare look at South Africa's justice system
The Oscar Pistorius trial is giving the world, and South Africans, a rare look at their own criminal justice system because much of the trial is being televised. What are the takeaways from Week One of the trial?
Saudi Arabia names Muslim Brotherhood terrorist groupFollowing a sweeping new counterterrorism law targeting those who criticize the government, Saudi Arabia has identified the Muslim Brotherhood and some branches of al-Qaida as terrorist groups. Supporters of the groups could face 30 years in prison.
- Malaysia Airlines plane missing: Oil slicks discovered off Vietnam
Malaysia Airlines plane missing: Flight MH370 from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing mysteriously disappeared early Saturday. The Malaysia Airlines plane, with 239 people on board, was lost over the waters between Malaysia and Vietnam.
Samantha Taylor, security guard testify at Oscar Pistorius murder trialSamantha Taylor is a former girlfriend of Oscar Pistorius. Samantha Taylor testified that Pistorius carried a gun while they were dating.
Malaysian opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim convicted of sodomyProsecutors had appealed against a 2012 acquittal of Anwar Ibrahim, a former deputy prime minister, who now faces a five-year jail sentence. Sodomy is a crime in Malaysia.
U.N. envoy cuts short visit to Crimea under threat of armed menA Dutch diplomat acting as a special U.N. envoy to Crimea left for Kiev after 10 to 15 armed men ordered him to leave the region.
India will hold month-long national elections in world's largest democracyIndia announced Wednesday the country will hold national elections from April 7 to May 12, elections will be held over several weeks for logistical and safety reasons in the country of 1.2 billion people.
- Why Oscar Pistorius fired a gun one month before Steenkamp's death
Oscar Pistorius trial: On Wednesday, a witness testified to an incident at a restaurant in January 2013, when Oscar Pistorius fired a gun. A defense attorney questioned earlier testimony about screams and gunfire when Reeva Steenkamp was killed.
- Oscar Pistorius trial: Why the 'screams' are relevant to the case
The first witness in the Oscar Pistorius murder returned to the witness stand on Day 2 of the trial, and broke down in tears as she testified about the screams she heard. Why are the screams so critical to the case?
Russia claims ousted Ukrainian president requested troops in CrimeaOn Monday Russia's ambassador the U.N. said ousted Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych requested Russian troops in the Crimea region. Yanukovych had previously stated he would not ask for Russian forces.
Boko Haram strikes again, with over 30 dead in latest attack, officials sayBoko Haram allegedly attacked a northern Nigerian village Sunday night, killing dozens, according to local authorities. That, after another Boko Haram attack in Nigeria earlier this past weekend, which resulted in several dozen deaths.
Sean Connery says Scotland should vote for independence from BritainSean Connery starred as James Bond, British secret agent, on the silver screen for several years. But now, Sean Connery says it's time for his native Scotland to become an independent country.
Oscar Pistorius pleads not guilty as murder trial beginsThe South African Olympic sprinter is on trial for the murder of his girlfriend inside his home in 2012.
Chavez' legacy fades in Venezuela as crowds fill the streetsThe former leader could sway the masses through his cult of personality, but his successor has been faced with mass protests.
- Crises in Ukraine: Armed men surround military base in Crimea
The soldiers are believed to be Russian, though they carry no identifying insignia.
Oscar Pistorius trial set to begin MondayThe disabled athlete is charged with the murder of his girlfriend.
