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Two American tourists kidnapped in Egypt, held for ransomThe two American tourists among a party of five traveling in Egypt's Sinai Peninsula were kidnapped by two gunmen on Friday.
Israel's public campaign against Iran has West on edgeIsrael's steady stream of warnings against Iran troubles Western leaders, who worry that Israel will act unilaterally.
Egypt soccer violence highlights instability under military ruleHundreds were injured and at least one reportedly killed in Cairo today in clashes with police. Protesters were upset that police did little to thwart Wednesday's soccer violence.
As red ink flows, Japanese firms struggle to keep manufacturing at homeJapan's manufacturing base is hollowing out as many electronic and car factories move overseas. Meanwhile, a strong yen is sending firms on an international buying spree.
Prince William, oil, honor: Why Argentina is pushing to reclaim Falkland IslandsPrince William begins his six-week deployment in the Falkland Islands today. Argentines aren't ready to give up their claim to what they call the Malvinas just yet.
Egypt soccer riot: Could it hasten military's exit from politics?Anger pulsed through Cairo today after 73 soccer fans were killed in clashes yesterday. The protests may provide an opportunity for civilian politicians to come to grips with the military.
Extradition fight: Who is Julian Assange, why is Sweden seeking him? A British court is hearing a final appeal from Julian Assange, the founder of the WikiLeaks whistleblower site, to avoid extradition to Sweden to face sex crime allegations. Here are four questions about the man and the case.
Iran working on missile that could reach the US, warns IsraelIran is working on a missile that could travel 6,000 miles, and reach the US, says Israel's vice prime minister. A mysterious explosion killed 17 on Nov. 12 at the military base in Iran where Israel says the missile is being developed.
Egypt soccer riot: Whatever actually happened, public fury is what countsThe Egypt soccer riot yesterday took 73 lives, and now furious protesters are flooding the streets of Cairo looking for someone to blame.
Man arrested in Chile for stealing a glacierA truck carrying nearly 12,000 pounds of illegally removed glacial ice was stopped in the Chilean town of Cochrane this week.
- Can you hear me now? Nigeria arrests Boko Haram spokesman.
Nigerian security sources say they traced the Boko Haram spokesman Abu Qa Qa by tracing his cellphone calls, a tactic also used to track down Osama Bin Laden.
India's Supreme Court deals blow to corruption - and foreign investorsIndia’s Supreme Court has ordered the government to cancel telecommunications licenses awarded in 2008 that are at the center of one of the country’s largest corruption scandals.
Spain's new conservative leaders make rapid push to overturn liberal lawsThe speed with which Spain's conservative People's Party has pursued social reforms has stunned many Spaniards, who expected the government to wait until the economy improved.
- Sochi, Soviets, and czars: How much do you know about Russia?
Stretching from sea to sea, covering a huge swath of Europe and Asia, Russia is the largest country on Earth, by size, and home to over 140 million people. The diversity of its lands and people are unmatched by any other nation and its history is equally as complex. But how much do you know about this country? Find out with our quiz.
Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman urge fans to help AfricaIn a show of corporate social responsibility, DC Comics unleashes its superheroes on the problems in the Horn of Africa
Pakistan high court to charge prime minister with contemptPakistan’s highest court said on Feb. 2 it would charge Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani with contempt of court for refusing to reopen a corruption case against President Asif Ali Zardari.
Plan for early end to US combat role catches Afghan officials by surpriseSecretary of Defense Leon Panetta announced Feb. 1 that the US could end its combat role in Afghanistan by mid-2013 even as concerns about Taliban strength rise.
Most-wanted terror leaders killed in the PhilippinesPhilippine officials say they killed members of the group Abu Sayyaf, which has been behind kidnappings, bomb attacks, and beheadings, terrorizing the country for over 20 years.
Egypt soccer riot: Have police lost control?At least 79 were killed in the Egypt soccer riot yesterday, the deadliest violence since Mubarak's ouster a year ago. Some blame the military regime for stirring up trouble to justify extended its rule.
- Wikipedia’s cultural mission in India
After moving to big cities, some preserve their culture through Wikipedia entries written in regional languages.
