Indonesian Tsunami Girl Returns Home After Seven Years
It is not clear where Wati has been all these years or what she had been doing to survive.
Kobe Bryant Divorce: Vanessa Claims He Cheated With 105 Women
Why “105” and not a round number?
Russian President Medvedev Proposes Political Reforms
Medvedev’s reforms would likely not satisfy Putin’s opponents and protesters.
Obama Will Be Re-Elected President… Easily
The GOP field looks like a rogue’s gallery of losers to me.
Turkey Recalls Envoy to France to Protest Armenian Genocide Bill
The bill proposes a 45,000 euro fine and jail sentence of up to one year for those who violate the law.
U.S. Military Expresses Regret Over Deaths of Pakistani Soldiers
In retaliation for the killings, Pakistan closed off key supply routes into Afghanistan.
Heavy Rains, Flooding Pound Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
The country has not witnessed such extreme rains since 1961 when it became an independent nation.
China Probes Couple With 8 Babies
China has a one-child policy, while surrogacy is illegal.
Homelessness Cut Life Expectancy by 30 Years: Study
ne-third of all the deaths among the homeless, the study noted, are caused by drug and alcohol abuse.
Monta Ellis Accused of ‘Sexting’
She claimed he texted her several times in a single day, late at night or in the early morning hours.
New York City Welcomes 50-mln Tourists: The Plague Continues
Tourism is a plague that threatens to destroy culture and society.
Who Would Succeed David Cameron if he Suddenly Died in Office?
Interestingly, according to British laws, the deputy Prime Minister would not necessarily ascend to the top job in case of a sudden death.
Gay Kenyan Men Used as Sex Slaves in Middle East: Magazine
Due to Kenya’s soaring unemployment rate, the men are easily fooled into this trap.
North Korea Mourns Death of Leader, While South Korea Considers Ramifications
There are many mysterious aspects to the late leader’s death.
Ethiopian Court Convicts 2 Swedish Journalists of Aiding Terrorism
The Ethiopian government considers ONLF a terrorist group.
Argentine Trade Minister Commits Suicide
Heyn was last seen having dinner at the Argentine embassy on Tuesday evening.
Cuban Banks Start Offering Loans to Promote Private Enterprise
Cubans will also be able to avail themselves of debit cards, checks, and bank transfers.
Rift in Iraq: Maliki Demands Kurds Hand Over Hashemi
Hashemi is forbidden to leave the country.
Bill Conlin, Hall of Fame Philadelphia Sportswriter Accused of Child Sex Abuse
One of the alleged victims was Kelley Blanchet, one of Conlin's own nieces.
Japan to Buy 42 Fighter Jets from Lockheed-Martin
The $8-billion, multi-year contract provides a big boost to Lockheed, while Japan seeks to replace its aging fleet of Boeing F-4 jets.
Chinese Protest Against Power Plant, Citing Pollution Fears
The Haimen confrontation comes on the heels of a bitter land dispute in the town of Wukan.
Jackie Mason: Obama Has More Jews in His Cabinet Than Netanyahu Does
The U.S. Cabinet comprises the Vice President and the head of fifteen executive departments, the most prominent of which is probably the Secretary of State.
Kim Jong-il Dies: Yes, There Are North Koreans in the United States
Reportedly, the first defector from the hermit state arrived in the U.S. in the spring of 2006.
Congo Swears in Kabila as President; But Opposition Claims Victory
Congo has witnessed bloodshed over the disputed election.
UK Prime Minister Makes Surprise Visit to Afghanistan
Britain’s combat role in the country would cease by the end of 2014.
IMF Chief Hails Nigerian Economic Reforms
Despite vast oil reserves, Nigeria has been plagued by poor infrastructure, decades of official corruption and mismanagement of its economy.
Iraqi Government Issues Arrest Warrant for Sunni VP, Deepening Sectarian Crisis
The arrest symbolizes rising sectarian tensions in Iraq.
Kobe Bryant Divorce: The Most Hated Superstar in Sports
Has there ever been an American athlete who elicits such admiration and derision simultaneously?
Bangladeshi Man Cuts Off Wife’s Fingers for Seeking Higher Education
Hawa is apparently still determined to enroll in college.
Spain’s New PM Warns of Drastic Spending Cuts
The economy appears to have slipped into another recession.