Dubai cancelled over 200 property projects: prospectus
Dubai's real estate watchdog canceled as many as 217 registered property projects over the past two years after the burst of the property and asset bubble, according to information in a prospectus for Dubai's planned bond issue.
Volcanic ash cloud extends flight cut
Some of the flights cancelled on June 9, eight days after a Chilean volcano started erupting , have still been held in abeyance due to ash cloud created by a volcanic eruption.
China inflation may top 6 percent in June: expert
China's inflation rate may accelerate to more than 6 percent year-on-year in June, which could bring the full-year consumer price index for 2011 to as high as 5 percent, a government researcher said in remarks reported on Sunday.
Architect of US Embassy Bombings Killed
Fazul Abdullah Mohammed, the planner of the U.S. embassy attacks in Tanzania and Kenya in 1998 was killed last Tuesday at a police checkpoint, Somali authorities said Saturday.
Israel's Fischer challenges Lagarde for IMF head
Bank of Israel Governor and former IMF deputy chief Stanley Fischer said on Saturday he would run for the top job at the International Monetary Fund, presenting a new challenge to front-runner Christine Lagarde.
Giants Freddy Sanchez could be out for the season, Sabean makes move, lineup look?
San Francisco Giants second baseman Freddy Sanchez could be out for the season after injuring his shoulder diving for the ball in yesterday's win over the Cincinnati Reds.
IMF latest target in string of cyber attacks
The International Monetary Fund has been hit by a cyber attack on its computer systems, an IMF spokesman said on Saturday, highlighting a growing rash of network break-ins at high-profile institutions.
Sarah Palin E-Mails: Huckabee, Romney Called, Obama's 'Great Speech'
Alaska released a massive trove of e-mail messages from Sarah Palin's days as governor on Friday shedding light on the 2008 Presidential campaign before she was picked as Sen. John McCain's running mate.
Longshot Ruler on Ice wins Belmont on sloppy track, pays $51.50
Animal Kingdom had trouble out of the gate, and longshot Ruler on Ice, a known mudder, won the 143rd Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park, N.Y.
Transgenetic Cow, Rosita ISA, can Produce Human Milk
Scientist found a way to clone cows that can produce human-like milk, announced an Argentina's National Institute of Abrobusiness Technology on Thursday.
IMF investigating cyberattack on its computer systems
The International Monetary Fund is investigating a cyberattack that it recently discovered and has put in place additional security measures, an IMF spokesman said on Saturday.
Mayoral Hopeful Bill Thompson Announces Candidacy On Twitter
Another mayoral hopeful is making waves on Twitter but this time it's to declare his candidacy.
Israel's Fischer to challenge Lagarde for IMF head
Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer said Saturday he would run for the top job at the International Monetary Fund, presenting a potential serious challenge to front-runner Christine Lagarde.
Arizona's Massive Wallow Fire 5 Percent Contained
Firefighters had contained 5 percent of Arizona's massive Wallow fire and established containment lines on its northeast side, authorities said Saturday.
Luongo defies critics, thrives under pressure
Vancouver Canucks goaltender Roberto Luongo has been called a choke artist by his critics because he has performed lower than normal in a handful of big games, going all the way back to his pre-Canuck years. But given the way he shut down the Bruins last night when he absolutely had to, maybe he needs maximum pressure to bring out his best.
Weiner's request for leave of absence is not uncommon
Word from top Democratic officials that Congressman Anthony Weiner would seek treatment is new but the revelation he intends to take a leave of absence is not.
Saudi calls for greater role in IMF on Lagarde visit
Saudi Arabia will seek a greater role in the International Monetary Fund , its finance minister said on Saturday after meeting with France's Christine Lagarde on her campaign to head the Washington-based lender.
Weiner to seek treatment
Congressman Anthony Weiner, the scandal plagued lawmaker who admitted to conducting several extramarital conversations with at least six women over 3 years told top Democratic officials he will seek treatment.
Pelosi mounts pressure on Weiner to stand down
Colleague and House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi added to pressure on Rep. Anthony Weiner, D-NY to resign, calling on him to step down from office and seek help after following reports on Friday that police had investigated Weiner's direct message contacts on online to a 17-year old girl.
Apple Recalls Verizon iPad 2s with Duplicate ID
Apple, Inc. has been recalling its iPad 2 which was designed to connect to Verizon's network due to connectivity problems.
Weiner Will Seek Treatment; Leave of Absence From House
Congressman Anthony Weiner, the scandal plagued lawmaker who admitted to conducting several lewd and inappropriate extramarital conversations with at least six women over 3 years told top Democratic officials he will seek treatment and leave of absence from House.
Top Democrats Call For Weiner's Resignation
Just hours after Congressman Anthony Weiner left his home to take hour his dirty laundry, two of the top Democrats in the country simultaneously signaled they wanted to do the same with theirs.
Israel's Fischer running for head of IMF
Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer said on Saturday he had decided to stand as head of the International Monetary Fund, presenting a potential serious challenge to front-runner Christine Lagarde.
Formaldehyde - Used in Some Consumer Products - Now Listed as Cancer-Causing Chemical
Formaldehyde - a colorless, flammable and strong-smelling chemical used in consumer products and in medical labs - is now being listed as a 'known human carcinogen' in a new federal government report.
Israel cbank chief Fischer says to run for IMF head
Bank of Israel Governor Stanley Fischer said on Saturday his candidacy for the head of the IMF has been submitted.
Belmont track conditions: Cloudy, wet, chance of rain
The track condition at Belmont Park, where the Belmont Stakes will be run today at 6:35 p.m., is officially rated at good, but the track is wet and will likely remain so with heavy clouds over the New York metropolitan area.
Spain Police Arrest Three Alleged Anonymous Hackers
Three members suspected to be a part of the Anonymous hacking group were arrested in Almeira, Barcelona and Valencia in Spain on Friday morning, according to a report.
Weiner Contacted 17-Year Old Girl Directly on Twitter
Rep. Anthony Weiner contacted a 17-year-old girl through a direct-message on Twitter on April 13, sources told Fox News.
[PHOTOS] Woman Attacked by Chimpanzee Gets Full Face Transplant
A Connecticut woman whose face was hurt by a chimpanzee has received surgery for a full face transplant. The surgery, which took place in May, lasted 20 hours and took place at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston.
Lagarde woos Saudis, says debt top IMF target for her
French Finance Minister and IMF candidate Christine Lagarde said on Saturday tackling sovereign debt troubles would be a priority of the International Monetary Fund if she led the Washington-based rescue lender.