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- EU approves embargo on Iranian oil, despite economic concerns
Some EU countries who agreed to the Iranian oil embargo get as much as 30 percent of their oil from Iran. But as Spain's foreign minister said today, they are 'willing to make the sacrifice.'
- French politicians argue over who 'owns' Joan of Arc
In an election year Joan of Arc represents 600-year-old values that fit political messages on both sides of the aisle.
- Roe v. Wade anniversary: Study says 'unsafe' abortions on rise Roe v. Wade, the landmark legislation legalizing abortion in the United States, marks its 39th year this week. As Americans debate abortion rights in the midst of an election year, a new study indicates abortion rates are steadying worldwide, though the frequency of dangerous abortions is rising. Here are the answers to five questions related to abortion laws globally, and their effects on women.
- Iran angry over EU unity on oil embargo
Iran's currency nosedived today as the EU approved an oil embargo to take effect in July. The rial has lost half its value since October.
- Russia closes deal on $550 million worth of warplanes for Syria
Russia has remained a staunch supporter of Syria's President Assad, blocking UN efforts to impose an international arms embargo.
- Syria rejects Arab League's 'flagrant interference'
The Arab League call for Syria's Assad to transfer power to his deputy reflects increasing external pressure that diplomats hope will force the president's departure.
- Ethnic Chinese find a place for Year of the Dragon celebrations in Indonesia
After the lifting of a decades-old ban on displays of Chinese culture, ethnic Chinese in Indonesia ring in the Year of the Dragon New Year out in the open.
- ICC charges Kenyan leaders for post-election violence
The International Criminal Court at The Hague confirms charges against senior Kenyan politicians and a radio journalist for crimes against humanity.
- Serena falls at Australian Open; Djokovic, Wozniacki advance
Serena Williams of the US was knocked out of the Australian Open in the fourth round Monday. Meanwhile, both Novak Djokovic and Caroline Wozniacki have moved into the quarterfinals.
- Croatia votes to join EU, but with great ambivalence
While support for Croatia's EU membership ultimately prevailed, enthusiasm was tempered by fears of giving up short-lived sovereignty and the impact on local industries.
- Yemen's President Saleh departs for US, apparently ending his rule
President Ali Abdullah Saleh's departure from Yemen probably marks the end of his 33 years in power, but questions are being raised about Washington's decision to take in the strongman.
- EU bans buying oil from Iran: How will Iran respond?
Iran threatened a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz in response to a new European Union ban on oil from Iran. Iran says it's considering an immediate shut off of oil to Europe.
- As Egypt's new parliament convenes, eyes on ultraconservative salafis
Salafis want to roll back the clock to their vision of sixth-century Islam. They captured a quarter of the votes, far more than many expected.
- Buoyed by 'Islamic Spring,' Hamas considers new direction
Hamas' political chief Khaled Meshal is stepping down as the militant Palestinian group faces a regional moment of change.
- Yemen's Saleh leaves for US, says he'll be back
President Ali Abdullah Saleh left Yemen Sunday talking of both handing over power and returning before presidential elections next month.
- Warren Buffett sings in the Chinese New Year
State-run TV marked Chinese New Year with a video of US billionaire Warren Buffett singing and playing a ukulele.
- What's all the buzz about Oprah and Salman Rushdie going to India?
The Jaipur Literary Festival has become Asia's biggest literary festival, and the fact that some of the biggest names in the book world attend highlights India's growing appetite for good reads.
- Is it 'Burma' or 'Myanmar'? US officials start shifting.
Sen. John McCain arrives Sunday with other US officials in Myanmar. Or is it Burma?
- Costa Concordia: Stowaways the latest uncertainty
Unregistered passengers – stowaways – may have been aboard the Costa Concordia cruise ship that wrecked off the coast of Italy, meaning the final death toll could go higher.
- Nigeria tense after Islamists kill at least 178
A spokesman for the Islamist group Boko Haram claimed responsibility for Friday's attacks in the northern Nigeria city of Kano.