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- More barriers on high-tech trade to go soon; NSG waiver stands:US Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 4:32PMNew Delhi, Jul 14 :Disclosing that more barriers to high-tech trade between India and his country would be coming down soon, the US today expressed its firm commitment to implementing the civil nuclear cooperation agreement with India.
- Indian PM vows to pursue Mumbai bombers Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 4:28PMMUMBAI: Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Thursday pledged authorities would "relentlessly pursue" those who carried out a string of blasts in Mumbai which left 17 dead and more than 130 injured.
- Indian PM Vows Swift Justice For Mumbai Victims Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 4:27PMIndian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Thursday vowed that those responsible for a series of bomb blasts that killed 17 in Mumbai would be tracked down and prosecuted, as he visited the injured.
- No Warnings, No Clues In Deadly Mumbai Bombings Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 4:25PMIndian intelligence agencies received no warnings before the three bomb blasts that killed 17 people in Mumbai, the biggest attack since Pakistani-based militants rampaged through the financial hub in 2008, a top official said on Thursday.
- Libya talks to seek political solution to end war Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 4:24PMISTANBUL (Reuters) - Western powers and Arab states meeting in Istanbul on Friday will seek a political solution to end the civil war in Libya, amid conflicting signals over whether Muammar Gaddafi intends to fight on or surrender power.
- Russia Lays Out Plan for Iran Nuclear Talks Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 4:14PMForeign Minister Sergei Lavrov described the proposal Wednesday following talks in Washington with U.S. President Barack Obama and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. It seeks to bring Iran back to negotiations about its nuclear program.
- National and world briefs Thursday, July 14, 2011 @ 4:06PMBEIRUT #8212; Security forces killed at least eight people and arrested dozens, including artists and intellectuals, during military operations in the past 24 hours, Syrian activists said today.
- The US Surge in Afghanistan Recedes Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 11:05AMImplications for India are not pleasant
- Syrian Tanks Positioned Outside Hama as Hundreds Are Arrested Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 9:43AMSyria’s army deployed tanks and armored vehicles at the entrance to Hama, a city north of Damascus, while security forces arrested hundreds of anti- government protesters, a human-rights activist said.
- European Union to Send Food Aid to North Korea Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 9:14AMResponding to the growing threat of a humanitarian crisis, the European Union said it would provide about $14.5 million in emergency aid.
- Burmese Diplomat Defects to US Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 8:47AMAppeals to US State Department for political asylum
- Tymoshenko thanks Hillary Clinton for statement against political repression Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 8:40AM"I want to express my gratitude to U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton for her comments made in Vilnius against political repression in Ukraine.
- Muslim Brotherhood Recognized by Obama Administration Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 3:43AMThe Obama Administration has formally reestablished ties with Egypt’s Muslim Brotherhood group – which in turn does not recognize Israel. The decision will likely further alienate some Jewish voters who have criticized the White House’s failure to protect Israel from opponents of the small nation.
- What Really Counts: The Debt, Women, and Our Future Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 3:15AMWhat do women really want from our President? This is a question President Obama should be asking if he wants to keep his job for another term -- which hinges on the women’s vote.
- Unrest: Middle East and North Africa, country by country Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 2:48AMCountries in the Middle East and North Africa have been swept up in protests against longtime rulers since the January revolt that ousted Tunisian strongman Zine El Abidine Ben Ali. In many cases, these demonstrations and movements have been met with brute force that has escalated into seemingly unending violence. Here are the latest developments and information about the roots of the unrest.
- UPDATE: U.S. Senate committee cuts buildup funding, Bordallo concerned Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 1:57AMThe Senate Appropriations Committee decided to cut fiscal year 2012 military construction projects on Guam related to the buildup, according to Guam Delegate Madeleine Bordallo, who voiced concern on the bill becaue of the U.S.-Japan agreement that spells out yearly funding commitments for the buildup.
- Oklahomans Tax Dollars Preserving Culture Overseas Friday, July 1, 2011 @ 1:46AMDozens of foreign countries are using your tax dollars to preserve their cultures.
- Aquino’s sister: Give President more time Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 5:38AMread more
- Will Senate Confirmation Gridlock Finally End?: Margaret Carlson Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 5:09AMHarry Reid, the Senate’s Democratic leader, and Mitch McConnell, his Republican counterpart, can barely agree that the sun sets in the west.
- Two Palins with books, long lines Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 4:55AMFormer Alaska governor and daughter Bristol attracted hundreds to the Mall of America to get autographs.
- Tom Petty to Michele Bachmann: Stop using my music Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 4:43AMTom Petty has told US presidential candidate Michele Bachmann to stop using one of his songs as part of her campaign.
- Iran Again Arming Iraqi Groups Attacking U.S. Troops, Gates Says Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 4:28AMIran is furnishing new, more deadly weapons to Shiite militia groups targeting U.S. troops in Iraq as part of a pattern of renewed attempts to exert influence in the region, Defense Secretary Robert Gates said.
- The Ghanaian Peace Plan Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 4:14AMPrepared in the first week of January 2011; submitted to His Excellency President John Evans Atta-Mills on May 12th.
- Palace lauds Zambo prosecutor for human trade hero award Thursday, June 30, 2011 @ 3:38AMMALACANANG on Wednesday commended a Zamboanga prosecutor for bagging the United States (US) State Department’s Global Trafficking in Persons Hero Award. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Malacanang commended Darlene Pajarito, Assistant Zamboanga City Prosecutor, for winning the award. “Justice must be done, not only swiftly, but successfully. Atty. Pajarito’s efforts are proof that with ...
- Eritrean volcano spews huge ash cloud Monday, June 13, 2011 @ 9:11PMAddis Ababa - A long-dormant volcano has erupted in Eritrea, monitors said on Monday, spewing a huge ash cloud across the Horn of Africa, threatening air travel and curtailing a visit by American Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
- Gaddafi’s troops target oil refinery Monday, June 13, 2011 @ 9:10PMMisrata - Forces loyal to Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi shelled an oil refinery supplying the rebel-held city of Misrata on Monday after insurgents pushed their front west towards the coastal town of Zlitan.
- Libyan rebels make gains; Qaddafi plays chess Monday, June 13, 2011 @ 9:10PMGermany recognizes the Libya rebels while Qaddafi plays chess with a man who claims intergalactic connections.
- Senator calls for US action on South China Sea disputes Monday, June 13, 2011 @ 8:58PMA US senator on Monday urged Congress to condemn China over a growing number of maritime rifts, saying that Washington has been too weak-kneed over rising tensions in the South China Sea.
- Libya: Rebels breakout toward Tripoli Monday, June 13, 2011 @ 8:56PMThe rebels gained a diplomatic boost as well when the visiting the German foreign minister said the nascent opposition government was "the legitimate representative of the Libyan people".
- Dire Jobs Report Clouds Obama Campaign Trip Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 3:19PMDouble-dip fears trump bailout sales pitch on Ohio visit Moody’s sounds debt alarm Libya war upsets Congress Rudy tests Mitt Weiner may have cyber-security problem
- Syria forces kill 10 protesters in Hama-rights group Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 3:10PMBEIRUT (Reuters) - Syrian security forces shot dead at least 10 demonstrators in Hama on Friday, Syrian rights group Sawasieh said, as protesters defied a widespread military crackdown to demand President Bashar al-Assad leave office.
- Jill Abramson, Feminist Journalist Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 2:49PMThe Nation -- All too often, women trailblazers are either outright opponents of feminism, like Sarah Palin and Margaret Thatcher, or hesitant to fully claim the feminist mantle until far too late in the game, like Hillary Clinton and Katie Couric.
- E-Mail Fraud Hides Behind Friendly Face Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 2:46PMMost people know to ignore the e-mail overture from a Nigerian prince offering riches in exchange for a bank account number. That is a scam, plain to the eye.
- Security forces open fire as protests spread in Syria Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 2:40PMBEIRUT (Reuters) - Syrian forces opened fire on Friday to disperse demonstrators in several parts of the country, residents said, and protesters defied a widespread military crackdown to demand President Bashar al-Assad must go.
- US weighs security after ‘serious’ Google allegation Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 1:30AMWASHINGTON, June 3 — Washington scrambled yesterday to assess whether security had been compromised after Google Inc revealed a major hacker attack targeting US officials that the Internet giant pegged to China. “These allegations are very serious,” US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said. “We take them seriously; we’re looking into them,” ...
- News Wrap: Massachusetts Tornadoes Kill at Least 3, Fling Cars Atop Homes Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 1:28AMListen to the Audio KWAME HOLMAN: Wall Street labored again today to overcome concerns about the economy. The Dow Jones industrial average lost 41 points to close at 12,248. The Nasdaq rose four points to close at 2,773. At least 18 communities in central and western Massachusetts took stock of their losses today after a night of tornadoes. The storms killed at least three people and injured 200 ...
- Bulge battle puts Weiner in a pickle Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 1:14AMAS far as personal political mismanagement goes, Weinergate will become the benchmark for how not to handle a crisis.
- TDs hail heroes from Kennedy and Gandhi to Kenny and Gilmore Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 1:11AMMANDELA, Martin Luther King and Mahatma Gandhi make the list. So too do Bill Clinton, John F Kennedy and Franklin D Roosevelt. Aung San Suu Kyi and Mary Robinson are cited, as is Hillary Clinton.
- Syrian forces kill 13 in besieged town, say activists Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 1:07AM ANTALYA, Turkey, June 3 — Syrian forces killed at least 13 civilians in the central town of Rastan yesterday, activists said, in the latest attempt to quell a revolt against the 11-year rule of President Bashar al-Assad. US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said Assad’s legitimacy had “nearly run out” and called for a more united international ...
- Hacking Allegation Made by Google to be Investigated by FBI Friday, June 3, 2011 @ 1:02AMHacking Allegation: The FBI is going to investigate Google’s claims that China-based hackers breached Gmail accounts belonging to U.S. officials.
- Economic expansion slows around world Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 6:35AMWASHINGTON — From the United States to Europe and even to booming China, the global economy is showing signs of strain.
- Hillary, Mullen arrive in Pak on surprise visit Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 6:34AMThe Pakistan govt described the May 2 US raid that killed bin Laden as a violation of its sovereignty.
- Clinton, Joint Chiefs chairman press Pakistan Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 6:31AMU.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton arrived in Pakistan on Friday to repair badly frayed relations after the killing of terror mastermind Osama bin Laden at a comfortable hideout not far from this capital city.
- Hillary Clinton visits Pakistan to repair strained ties Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 6:27AMHillary Clinton has arrived in Pakistan in the latest diplomatic push to salvage relations with Islamabad, which were shattered by the secret American raid to kill Osama bin Laden.
- Lagarde to visit India, Brazil, China for IMF charm offensive Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 6:21AMParis, May 27 (ANI): French Finance Minister Christine Lagarde will undertake a global tour that will include stops in China, Brazil and India to rally support for her bid to become the next president of the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
- Live! David Headley testimony ends in 26/11 trial Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 6:20AMIn Chicago, David Headley concludes his testimony in the Mumbai 26/11 terror attack trial. Scroll down to our first post for all that the LeT operative said yesterday.
- Clinton, Mullen arrive in Pak on surprise visit Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 6:18AMUnited States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on Friday arrived in Pakistan on a surprise visit amid severe strains in bilateral ties following the American raid that killed Al Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden earlier this month.
- Civil war looms in Yemen, Saleh urged to quit Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 6:16AMSANAA (Reuters) - Yemen teetered on the verge of civil war on Friday as President Ali Abdullah Saleh defied calls from opponents and world leaders for him to relinquish power.
- Hillary Clinton arrives in Pakistan amid tense ties Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 6:14AMUS Secretary of State Hillary Clinton arrived in Islamabad on Friday in a surprise visit amid frayed relations with the US nuclear-armed ally after the death of Osama bin Laden.
- Is Obama charting a new course on Israeli-Palestinian issues? Monday, May 23, 2011 @ 4:51PMPresident Obama knew he had some damage control to do when he took the podium before thousands of Israel supporters on Sunday morning at the opening plenary of the annual AIPAC conference.