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Costa Concordia cruise ship death toll at 11Captain Francesco Schettino has been allowed to leave jail but is under house arrest, blamed by his employer for risking thousands of lives and half a billion dollars of ship in a reckless display of bravado.
Greece lurches closer to collapseGreece could finally default in March when massive bond payments are due.
- Garbage piles up in 'green' Mexico City
Mexico City closed its last major dump in December in hopes of making the city 'greener,' but trash truck circulation and neighboring states refusing the capital's waste has led to one stinky situation.
President backs down on fuel price increases, but it is still winter in NigeriaNigeria's government reimposed fuel subsidies after massive protests. But initial decision raises questions about government's moral or political credibility over calls for austerity.
Syria ready to let monitors stay, rebel commander calls for help from UNDamascus opposes broadening the scope of the Arab League observer mission, the source at the League said, but would accept a one-month extension of its mandate which expires on Thursday.
In South Sudan, tribal militias exact revengeSome 2,000 people may have been killed and tens of thousands displaced by tribal conflict since Christmas, in what may be new South Sudan's greatest existential challenge.
In Romania, protesters find voice after years of apathyOn Tuesday, Romania's government moved to reinstate a popular minister whose resignation triggered days of protests. Frustration over corruption and austerity has been building.
Should Queen Elizabeth be a 'have-yacht' among have-nots?Reports that a British government official proposed that the royal yacht for Queen Elizabeth be funded with public money has stirred up anger in a time of austerity.
Why Russia is planning Iran war gamesRussia has reportedly ordered the military to plan war games to deal with potential spillover from a US-Iran conflict.
Could Israel live with a nuclear Iran? A gaming exercise suggests yes.Israeli intelligence experts role-played Iran in a simulation exploring the 'day after' scenario if Iran were to launch a nuclear explosive test. The results suggest war would not break out immediately.
Kazakhstan vote fails key democracy test, say officialsThe oil-rich former Soviet republic of Kazakhstan has yet to hold an election that Western observers agree is fair, despite 20 years of democracy.
After airing false footage of Costa Concordia, Italian media under fireCritics say mistakes made while reporting on the Costa Concordia undermine the Italian journalism industry's argument that its strict regulations are essential to maintaining credibility.
Possible coup in Pakistan? 4 key questions Pakistan’s government is facing a period of prolonged uncertainty about its future, four years after the country returned to democratic rule. Here are four key questions to explain the issues.
New pride in Egypt's national colorsThe Egyptian flag can be seen painted on billboards, featured in advertisements and worn as head scarves in sweeping statements of national pride.
- Fear of military subversion in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Former military leaders and a failed presidential candidate all pose threats to unity of Democratic Republic of Congo military, says guest blogger Fidel Bafilemba.
Honduras envisions building a Caribbean 'Hong Kong'A poor Central American country, Honduras, is pondering creating a new semi-independent 'charter city' that would play by different rules and become an engine for economic growth.
Revolution possible if democracy wasn't embraced, Russian presidential candidate saysMikhail Prokhorov is challenging current Russian prime minister Vladimir Putin for the presidency in March.
Two more victims found as rescuers blow holes in Italian cruise shipTwo more victims were found aboard the cruise ship Costa Concordia, bringing the death toll to 11. The hunt for survivors aboard the cruise ship of Italy continues.
Israel, US postpone missile-defense drill to avoid provoking IranThe missile-defense drill had been trumpeted as showing US commitment to Israel's security. Some Israeli officials criticize President Obama for excessive caution in an election year.
North Korea's Kim Jong-un not really in control, says brotherKim Jong-un's brother reportedly wonders how long North Korea's Kim Jong-un can last – or how much say he will have over his own destiny, let alone that of his people.
