Cossacks In Moscow? Legendary Warriors To Crack Down On Street Vendors, Bad Parking
Russian Cossacks will don throwback uniforms and take to the streets in Moscow to enforce security alongside police.
The United Arab Emirates Clamps Down On the Internet Freedom… Before It’s A Problem
A new decree in the United Arab Emirates will enforce stricter internet censorship to head off dissent.
Red Crescent Reveals True Extent Of Internal Displacement, A New Statistic For Syria
The Syrian Arab Red Crescent has revealed a startling new statistic in the number of displaced persons in war-torn Syria.
A Lonely France Recognizes Syrian Opposition Coalition
France is the only Western country to formally recognize Syria's new opposition coalition -- so far.
Tens of Thousands Support Peace Prize For Malala, But Not All Agree
Thousands are recommending Pakistan's Malala Yousafzai for next year's Nobel Peace Prize, but not everyone will sign the petition.
Racism On The Rise In Greece As Economy Fails
Though racially motivated attacks in Greece aren't always recorded, it is clear that anti-foreigner violence is on the rise.
In Nairobi, A Brand New Commuter Train To Beat Kenya’s Worst Traffic Jams
A sparkling new commuter train kicks off Kenya's ambitious infrastructure project, easing Nairobi's terrible traffic.
Gadhafi's Children Flee Their Gilded Cage As Algeria Bonds With Libya
Three children of late Libyan dictator Moammar Gadhafi have reportedly fled their safe haven in Algeria.
Police Corruption, Tribal Rivalries Under Scrutiny After Kenya’s Weekend Massacre
Dozens of Kenyan police officers were killed this weekend while pursuing perpetrators of crime related to tribal rivalry.
Sold! Or Not... US Watching Closely As Iraq Dithers On Russian Weapons Trade
Iraq has scrapped old plans for a Russian weapons deal, but says negotiations will go on.
We Fought The Law: In Kuwait, Massive Protest Threatens Emir's Power Over Parliament
Demonstrators in Kuwait defied their emir Sunday when about 50,000 of them gathered outside the country's parliament building to protest a controversial new electoral law.
African Bloc Settles On Plan For 3,300 Troops To Oust Insurgents In Northern Mali
ECOWAS has agreed on a plan to send troops into northern Mali; it will now be reviewed by the UN Security Council.
At Long Last, Syrian Opposition Groups Form New Coalition Not Dominated By SNC
In Doha, Syrian opposition groups in exile formed the new Syrian National Coalition for Opposition and Revolutionary Forces, which will incorporate the SNC.
Onslaught On All Sides: Israel Fires On Syria And Gaza As Regional Turmoil Intensifies
Israeli forces responded to threats from Syria in the Golan Heights and rockets from Palestinian militants in the Gaza Strip on Sunday.
An Obama For Accra: In Ghana's Pivotal Presidential Election, Candidates Look To The US
Ghana's presidential election pits incumbent John Mahama against challenger Nana Akufo-Addo, with fear of corruption as the backdrop.
Norwegian Mass Murderer Anders Breivik Says Prison Coffee Is Too Cold, Bread Needs More Butter
Norwegian mass murderer Anders Behring Breivik, who killed 77 people to protest the spread of Islam in Europe, isn't happy about prison conditions.
Two Chinese Workers Shot Dead In Nigeria As Violence Threatens Foreign Investment
Two Chinese construction workers were killed by gunmen in Nigeria; the extremist group Boko Haram has not claimed responsibility.
Gay Marriage Likely To Be Legalized Across France, US Makes Piecemeal Progress
The cabinet of French President Hollande has approved a draft bill that would legalize gay marriage throughout France, while the US goes state by state.
UK Gets Serious About Syria, Expects US To Follow Suit Following Obama Victory
David Cameron says the UK will work with Syrian rebels, a bold move that begs for collaboration from Barack Obama.
South African Police May Have Placed Weapons Beside Miners' Corpses After Marikana Strike
Evidence shows that South African police may have placed weapons next to the corpses of miners killed while on strike at Marikana.
Safe Escape For Syria’s Assad? British Prime Minister Cameron Ruffles Feathers
British Prime Minister David Cameron said on Tuesday that a safe escape for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad 'could be arranged.'
Money, Munitions And The Mistress: Russian Defense Minister Sacked Amid Rumors Of Scandal
Rumors flew in Russia as Vladimir Putin fired a staunch ally and ruthless reformist, Defense Minister Anatoly Serdyukov.
In Qatar, Fractious Syrian Opposition Can't Get It Together
Syrian opposition groups are meeting in Doha, Qatar, this week in attempts to form a unified coalition against President Bashar al-Assad.
A Dam Conundrum: Xayaburi Project Could Help Laos And Thailand, Hurt Cambodia And Vietnam
Laos has announced plans to go ahead with its plans for the controversial Xayaburi dam on the Mekong River.
The Biggest Blue States In The 2012 US Presidential Election? Japan And China
A new poll shows citizens of both Japan and China would overwhelmingly prefer a victory by U.S. President Barack Obama on Election Day.
Lucky Muckraker: Greek Journalist Acquitted After Publishing List Of Offshore Investors
Greek Journalist Kostas Vaxevanis was acquitted on Thursday after he was charged for publishing a list of offshore investors.
Morocco's Forgotten Coast: Officials Uncover Alleged Terrorist Cell In Rif
Morocco authorities say they have discovered a terrorist plot based in the mountainous northern region of Rif.
Kuwait: Arrested Opposition Figure Musallam al-Barrak Released On Bail Amid Growing Tensions
Musallam al-Barrak, an opposition figure and former MP in Kuwait, was arrested for insulting the emir but released on bail Thursday.
Armed Protesters Occupy Libyan Parliament, Decrying New Cabinet
In Libya, about 200 protesters have gathered around parliament in Tripoli to protest Prime Minister Ali Zidan's cabinet selections.
Refugees' Last Resort: Iraqis Pitch Tents In The Hague, Refusing Return To Turmoil
Dozens of Iraqi refugees are camped out at a public square in the Hague, desperate to avoid deportation.
