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2012 London Olympics Highlights: 11 Of The Best Photos From Beach Volleyball, Swimming, and More

Exciting moments and major surprises have already marked the London 2012 Olympic Games, which were only in their first full day on Saturday.

'Searching For Sugar Man' Looks For Insight Into Neglected Musician's Life

In 1969, a musician known only as Rodriguez released the critically acclaimed album, "Cold Fact." The Detroit-born artist then vanished with hardly a ripple. The new film "Searching for Sugar Man" is an attempt to uncover what happened to the talented singer/songwriter.

Lioness Attacks Crocodile In South Africa Captured In Photos

A photographer in Africa captured a sequence of photos in the wild of a lioness attacking a crocodile to protect herself.

2012 London Olympics: Thrill and anticipation imagery

London 2012 Opening Ceremony: Preview of the Festivities; Plus Live Online Stream and TV Info

The 2012 London Games are here and billions around the world are anticipating three weeks of exciting action from their country's finest. Over 10,000 athletes will participate and represent 204 nations in 302 events. Before the medals are handed out however, the world will be focused on a spectacle that will unite a concert, theater production, film, art, politics, and sports: the opening ceremony.

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WWF Report Ranks Vietnam Worst Country For Species Protection

The World Wildlife Fund, or WWF, ranked Vietnam the worst country for wildlife protection among 23 nations assessed for enforcement and protection of species prone to poachers, such as rhinos, elephants and tigers. (Check out the full report and list here).

Namibia’s Miraculous Wellspring: Newly Discovered Aquifer Could Help Develop Agriculture

In Namibia, finding an aquifer is akin to striking gold.

Platinum In A Rut, Just Like Europe's Diesel Market

The price of platinum, the precious metal used to make anti-pollution equipment for vehicles, is in a slump due to the global economic downturn, but it's especially bad in Europe where platinum demand is greatest. Nevertheless, analysts are bullish, believing the price will rise in the latter half of the year and into the next.

China Offers Billions For Africa, Hits Back At Western Critics

China uses Africa conference as an opportunity to respond to foreign criticisms of its expanding relations with the continent.

MANCHESTER UNITED TRANSFER RUMOURS: Modric, Van Persie, Elm and Berbatov Discussed In Latest Speculation

Manchester United are thought to be favorites to pull off one of the most momentous transfers in Premier League history.

Ford Expands India Production to Hike Exports to Asia Pacific, Africa

Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) is making moves to expand production in India to feed a growing export market in the company's Asia Pacific and Africa region.

Nelson Mandela Birthday: Watch Facebook Timeline Video Of Influential South African Leader's Life [VIDEO]

Nelson Mandela's birthday is Wednesday, and admirers of the influential former South African president have filled the Internet with tributes to the once-jailed leader who brought South Africa out of an era of apartheid.

Mandela And The Dictators: A Freedom Fighter With A Complicated Past

Mandela's achievements were monumental, but some of his tactics and alliances were more questionable than others.

Earnings Preview: IBM’s 2Q Results May Prove Sound Execution Pays

Banking on software, services and cost controls, International Business Machines Corp. (NYSE: IBM), the No. 2 computer company, is expected to report improved second-quarter earnings despite a decline in revenue.

A Trillion Dollars And Counting: How Egypt's New President Will Boost Islamic Banking

Banking in line with the Koran's prohibition on paying interest is an expanding sector, and the ascent of the Muslim Brotherhood to power in Egypt is going to help it grow faster.

The Chicken And I: How The Humble Poultry Symbolizes Iran?s Economic Disaster

Ordinary Iranians are facing long food queues, spiraling inflation and the debilitating effects of Western sanctions on the country?s key oil sector.

No Mermaid Body Found, NOAA Statement Clarifies; What Are The Arguments Behind The Fiction?

After being aired on Animal Planet in May, the two-hour long Mermaids: The Body Found enticed viewers once again Sunday night on the Discovery Channel. The documentary-style science fiction program has managed to garner a lot of attention and has convinced viewers to consider whether mermaids had ever existed.

Dlamini-Zuma: Why The African Union’s First Female Chair Could Mean Big Changes

Considering her South African roots and the many serious challenges facing the African Union today, Dlamini-Zuma will be under intense scrutiny in the coming weeks.

Shark Attacks In Western Australia Killing Tourism

Western Australia’s reputation as the world’s deadliest place for shark attacks has made it a tough sell for prospective tourists, and local authorities have asked the federal government to consider lifting the ban on fishing of great whites to help alleviate the problem.

CGI image from "Mermaids: The Body Found"

Are Mermaids Real? NOAA Says 'Mermaids: The Body Found' Is Wrong

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has released an official statement that answers the question -- are mermaids real? No evidence of aquatic humanoids has ever been found, the administration said.

Scientists See AIDS Vaccine Within Reach After Decades

A 2009 clinical trial in Thailand was the first to show it was possible to prevent HIV infection in humans. Since then, discoveries have pointed to even more powerful vaccines using HIV-fighting antibodies. Now scientists believe a licensed vaccine is within reach.

Shark Attack 2012: Time For Humans To Smarten Up

Sadly, another surfer has been killed off the coast of Australia, but humans need to recognize they are putting themselves at risk.

MANCHESTER UNITED TRANSFER RUMOURS: Modric, Rodriguez, Berbatov and Clyne Discussed In Latest Speculation

A round up of all the latest news concerning Manchester United's latest activities in the transfer market.

Cold War Comrades, Two By Two: Namibian 'Noah’s Ark' Honors Cuba’s Historical Sacrifices

Namibia is sending 148 wild animals overseas to Cuba, where they will become residents of the National Zoological Park outside of Havana.

Sarah Fox Murder: Occupy Wall Street Chain DNA Linked To Killing Of Julliard Student, How Significant Is The Development?

DNA taken from a chain used in an Occupy Wall Street protest has been linked to the unsolved murder of Sarah Fox, a 21-year-old Julliard student who was killed in New York City in May 2004. But just how significant will the development be in determining who murdered Sarah Fox in Inwood Hill Park?

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