Ecuador Helped Snowden Fly Out Of Hong Kong By ‘Mistake,’ President Rafael Correa Says, As NSA Leaker Applies For Asylum Across Asia, Europe And South America
Ecuador’s president says helping Snowden was a “mistake,” as the NSA leaker steps up efforts to leave Moscow airport.
Nokia Will Buy Partner Siemens’ Stake In Nokia Siemens Networks For $2.2B
Nokia will buy Siemens’ entire stake in Nokia Siemens Networks in a deal that could save the Finnish company from a takeover bid.
Egypt Sees Biggest Protest In More Than Two Years, Demanding President Morsi’s Resignation
The protesters, a loose configuration of Morsi opponents, said they won't stop their demonstrations until Morsi resigns.
Croatia Joins European Union Amid Festivities And Skepticism About Future
Croatia joined the EU on Sunday, 20 years after it won independence from Yugoslavia, amid much fanfare and skepticism.
US Warns Against Egypt Travel After Clashes In Alexandria Kill American
The U.S. warned its citizens on Friday against traveling to Egypt and instructed non-emergency U.S. diplomatic staff to leave the country.
Edward Snowden’s Father Tries To Negotiate Deal With US For NSA Leaker's Return
Lonnie Snowden has said that his son may return to the U.S. if he was assured that his constitutional rights won’t be compromised.
Vatican Cleric Arrested For Trying To Smuggle 20 Million Euros In Cash From Switzerland To Italy
A Vatican cleric was arrested on Friday for trying to smuggle 20 million euros in to Italy from Switzerland on an Italian government plane.
Pentagon Criticized By Government Watchdog For Wasting Funds On Buying Aircraft From Rosoboronexport For Under-staffed Afghan Unit
The Pentagon attracted fresh criticism for buying 30 helicopters for an under-staffed Afghan unit from a blacklisted Russian arms dealer.
Former Vice Chairman Of The U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff Targeted In Probe Over Iran Cyberattack Leaks
A former vice chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff is a target in an investigation on leaked details about a U.S. cyberattack against Iran.
US Could Suspend Trade Benefits For Bangladesh Over Poor Working Conditions
Mounting concerns in the U.S. over worker safety in Bangladesh may force President Obama to suspend an import-duty waiver on Bangladeshi goods.
Coca-Cola To Introduce Cola Drink With Natural Sweetener Stevia While The Market For Carbonated Drinks Suffers
A new mid-calorie cola, sweetened with sugar and the natural sweetener stevia, will go on sale this week in Argentina.
EU Finance Ministers Agree On Draft Deal To Help Ailing Banks, Say Burden First Falls On Creditors, Shareholders And Large Depositors
EU politicians have agreed to move the burden of failing banks to creditors and shareholders, and clients with more than €100,000 in deposits.
Riots In Western China’s Xinjiang Region Kill 27; Ethnic Minority Uighur Group Says Government Repression Causing Tensions
At least 27 people were killed Wednesday in riots in western China’s Xinjiang region beset with tensions between the Uighur and Han communities.
US Reclaims Top Spot In Foreign Investor Confidence Index After 12 Years
The U.S. is once again, after a dozen years, the preferred destination for foreign investors, overtaking China and other emerging economies.
US Army To Cut 80,000 Soldiers By 2017, Scrap $400 Million Worth Construction Projects In Massive Restructuring Plan Due To Federal Budget Restraints
The U.S. Army, in a major overhaul spread over the next five years, will relocate thousands of soldiers and scrap multi-million dollar projects.
Brazil’s President Dilma Rousseff Proposes Referendum For Sweeping Political Reforms, Pledges More Public Services Spending In Response To Continuing Nationwide Protests
Dilma Rousseff's proposal on Monday for a referendum to amend the constitution was met with skepticism.
South Korea Issues Cyber Attack Alert After Government Sites Shut Down
South Korea issued an alert after an apparent hacking attempt on government computer networks on Tuesday -- the anniversary of the Korean War.
American Businessman Held Captive In Beijing By His Factory Workers, Demanding Severance Package Although They Are Not Losing Their Jobs
An American executive has been detained at his factory near Beijing for the past four days by workers demanding severance packages.
John Kerry’s India Visit To Focus On U.S.-India Civil Nuclear Deal Hiccups, Trade Imbalances, Defense Deals
Defense deals worth billions along with greater cooperation on trade, climate change and nuclear energy are on the Kerry's agenda.
Central Banks Must Now Take Backseat, Governments Should Do More For Economic Recovery, Says Bank for International Settlements
The BIS said the global economic crisis had peaked, and governments should take over from central banks the task of rejuvenating their economies.
Singapore Pollution Levels Highest In History; Smoke From Indonesian Fire Angers Singaporeans, Sparks Diplomatic Exchange
Man-made fires on Sumatra Island helped push Singapore pollution levels to a new record on Friday, affecting daily life.
Brazil’s Currency Plunges To 4-Year Low; One Million People Join Ongoing Protests
Protests in Brazil swelled to more than 1 million people amid panic in the country's financial markets and a nose-diving currency.
USIS That Vetted Snowden Under Investigation; Booz Allen Hamilton Overlooked Snowden Resume Discrepancies
A federal contractor that conducted a background check on Edward Snowden is under investigation for contract fraud.
G-8 Lough Erne Declaration [Full Text]
Full text of the final declaration issued on Tuesday by the leaders of G-8 nations at the end of a summit in Northern Ireland.
Japan’s Exports Jump Exceeding Predictions In Welcome Sign For Abenomics
Japan’s exports grew at the fastest annual rate in more than two years, in a hopeful sign for Shinzo Abe’s economic policies dubbed 'Abenomics.'
Kodak Eyes $406 Million Rights Offering For Reorganization Post-Bankruptcy
Kodak will seek court approval for a $406 million rights offering, which will be used to repay creditors under its Chapter 11 reorganization plan.
G-8 Summit Highlights: Leaders Fail To Agree On Action Against Syrian Chemical Weapons Use; Consensus On Some Tax Evasion Measures
The G-8 summit in Northern Ireland concluded on Tuesday with leaders split on the Syria issue.
2013 Lough Erne G8 Leaders' Communique Agreed To By G8 Leaders [FULL TEXT]
Full text of the final communiqué issued by leaders of the G-8 nations on Tuesday.
ECB Ready To Use Non-Standard Policy Measures Including Negative Deposit Rates To Help Euro Zone, Draghi Says
ECB's Mario Draghi said Tuesday that the bank may resort to unusual policy measures such as negative deposit rates to save the euro zone.
Anti-Capitalism Protesters And Human Rights Activists Briefly Breach Security Perimeter At G-8 Summit
Protesters breached the security perimeter surrounding the G-8 summit venue in Northern Ireland on Monday, but dispersed after police warning.
