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Ukraine: Why talks failed to halt protestsDiscussions between Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovich and opposition leaders were unsuccessful in bringing a stop to ongoing civil unrest in the streets of Kiev, Wednesday. Despite recent deaths, protesters vowed to continue their face off against riot police.
Israel says it stopped Al Qaeda terror plot against US Embassy in Tel AvivIsraeli intelligence has taken three Palestinians into custody for allegedly planning to bomb the American embassy in the Israeli city, as well as other targets.
Falun Gong: Are they behind China's massive Internet outage?Falun Gong: The spiritual group, banned in China, has been blamed for past hacking attacks. Users of China's most popular websites on Tuesday found themselves redirected to Dynamic Internet Technology (DIT), a company that sells anti-censorship web services and has Falun Gong ties.
Loyalty to Assad runs deep on Syrian coastAmong residents in the port city of Tartous, a regime stronghold, President Assad is seen as the only leader who can keep extremists at bay in Syria.
Roger Federer takes down Andy Murray. Will Rafael Nadal be next?Roger Federer beat Andy Murray in four sets in the semifinals of the Australian Open Wednesday. "I'm back," Federer said. Federer will face Rafael Nadal in the finals Friday.
- Edward Snowden denies that he's a Russian spy
Edward Snowden said he got no help from Russia in leaking US government secrets, according to the New Yorker magazine. Snowden was responding to comments made by US lawmakers.
Pope Francis to meet President Obama: What will they discuss?Obama will meet Pope Francis for the first time on March 27. While they hold different views on several issues, both leaders wish to bring more attention to the plight of the poor..
Black widows: Russia hunts for female suicide bombers near SochiBlack widows on the loose? Russian security officials are looking for three female suicide bombers, aka 'black widows.' Officials say one woman may already be in Sochi, site of the Winter Olympics.
Vatican monsignor arrested for using Vatican accounts to launder moneyVatican monsignor: Police said they seized 6.5 million euros in real estate and bank accounts Tuesday, including Monsignor Nunzio Scarano's luxurious Salerno apartment, filled with gilt-framed oil paintings, ceramic vases and other fancy antiques.
Central African Republic names capital city mayor as interim presidentCatherine Samba-Panza was selected after two rounds of balloting. The mayor of Bangui becomes the first woman president in the history of the African nation.
Victoria Azarenka victorious, and wants a ring with blingVictoria Azarenka advanced to the quarter finals of the Australian Open. But when asked about marriage, Victoria Azarenka said there's no "big, big bling" yet.
Jamaican bobsled team: It's true, Jamaicans are heading to Sochi!The Jamaican bobsled team said Monday they are accepting an invitation to compete in next month's Sochi Olympics. Jamaican Olympic officials and the Sochi Organizing Committee will cover travel costs for the team.
Ukraine violence continues: Is there a path to peace for Kiev?In Ukraine's capital Kiev, anti-government protesters have hurled rocks, Molotov cocktails, and stun grenades at police, who are responding with tear gas and rubber bullets.
Explosions rock Thailand anti-government protests, injuring 28Today's explosions in Bangkok followed a grenade attack on an anti-government march on Friday that left one dead.
Deadly blast in Kabul targets expatriate cafe21 are dead in the suicide attack, including 13 foreigners and 8 Afghans. All were civilians.
North Korea threat? N. Korea offers warning, holiday truceNorth Korea demanded South Korea and the US cancel their upcoming military drills, while also offering a Lunar New Year truce in hostilities, provocations, and mutual criticism.
At least three dead in Lebanon car bombingThe deadly blast occurred near the border with Syria. More than 20 people were injured by the explosion.
Egypt approves new constitution, early results showThough official sources reported that 90 percent of voters approved the country's new constitution, supporters of former President Mohamed Mursi continued protests. The vote is being interpreted as an expression of support for Sisi, who removed Mursi last year.
Nigeria gay arrests: Dozens arrested, and 'we are on the hunt for others'Nigeria gay arrests: Nigerian officials say they have arrested 11 gay men, but human rights activists say at least 38 have already been arrested and the government is hunting down 168 others.
Victoria Azarenka wins first game at Australian Open in 100+ weatherVictoria Azarenka said her match was like "dancing in a frying pan."
