Pussy Riot Trial "Medieval" Says Tycoon
Mikhail Khodorkovsky, the tycoon jailed for largely political reasons, says the punk rock activists face the equivalent of a medieval inquisition
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Italian PM Warns of European Infighting
"The pressures, which have accompanied the eurozone in recent years, already bear the traits of a psychological break-up of Europe," Minister Mario Monti said.
Crews Hunt For Hikers Following NZ Volcano Eruption
Mount Tongariro's first eruption in 115 years.
Malaysian Trial Opens over "Un-Islamic" Book
Woman faces two-year term over book considered offensive to Islam
White House Says Assad Losing Control of Syria
Describes government as "crumbling from within."
Vietnam Protests Grow as China Claims Sansha City
Tensions between Beijing and Hanoi have mounted in recent weeks over what China calls the South China Sea and Vietnam the East Sea.
Syrian Prime Minister Defects
Two or three cabinet leaders may have joined him, contradicting reports that he had been sacked.
Madonna Asks for Leniency for Pussy Riot
"I'm against censorship, so I hope that the judge is lenient with them and that they are freed soon," she said.
Muslim Brotherhood Accuses Mossad for Checkpoint Attack
The party's website has accused Israel of trying to destabilize Egypt.
Standard Chartered Accused of Leaving US Financial Services Open to Attacks After Iranian Deals
Multi-Billion dollar deals left the US financial system open to attacks from Iran, drug kingpins, and terrorists.
Polish President Accuses Obama of Betraying Poland
The statement comes after the President cancelled the construction of a missile defense system promised during the Bush presidency.
Gunmen Responsible for Attack Near Israeli Border Are "Infidels" Says Egypt's Government
The comments come a day after the attack on a checkpoint which was launched from Gaza.
China Accuses America of Not Minding Its Own Business
Chinese state-run media has accused Washington of "fanning the flames and provoking division" in the South China Sea.
ANOTHER Athlete kicked Out of the Olympics
Judoka Nicholas Delpopolo has been expelled after testing positive for marijuana.
Oh No! America's Kids Are Too Fat to Get Sent Off to Die!
Retired military leaders beat drum about national security to promote more Nanny State school actions.
Another Olympian Kicked Out For Not Trying
Taoufik Makhloufi allegedly did not try his best in the 800m.
Clinton Announces Investments for Malawi
$46 million has been promised to Malawi to be used for agricultural development.
Western Diplomats Observing Pussy Riot Trial
A British Member of Parliament and embassy officials have been observing the controversial court proceedings.
Michael Phelps to Quit Swimming
The record breaking Olympian has confirmed that he will retire from professional swimming at the end of the London games.
Sikh Temple Shooter Was White Supremacist
Wade Michael Page had been involved in racist music since 2000.
Only 32% of Likely Voters Think Clinton and Obama Agree on the Economy
Although Clinton is set to be given a prominent spot at the convention few believe he agrees with the President on economic recovery.
Cold War Relic to Give Billions To South Africa for Green Energy Scheme
The Export-Import Bank is set to give $2 billion to South Africa for wind and solar investment.
Marriage of Convenience on Verge of Divorce
Senior Liberal Democrats are calling for a dissolution of the UK's coalition government after failing to pass House of Lords Reforms.
Yemen Suicide Attack Kills 46
Al Qaeda have claimed responsibility for the attack that took place at a funeral.
France Urges Myanmar To Protect Muslims
Move comes amid a resurgence in violence between Buddhists and Muslims.
Drug Addicts Banned From Driving Licenses in China
Applicants will be cross checked with list of "registered drug addicts".
Mass Graves Discovered in Damascus
Rebels executed twenty people and buried them under rubble.
Syria Rebels Claim Iranian Pilgrims Were Militiamen
Iran is working with Turkey and Qatar to secure release of the hostages
NASA Links Summer Heat to Global Warming
Scientists say they've found summer heat waves more frequent now than in the mid-20th century.
Bees Attack Hillary Clinton in Africa
While in Malawi--she is the first high ranking U.S. official to visit since Vice President Dan Quayle in 1991
Mogadishu Celebrates One Year Since Ouster of Al-Shabab
Covert U.S. military operations targeting the Al-Qaeda affiliate continue in the country
Iran: No Revolution in Syria
The Islamic Republic says Syrians support their government because their government opposes Israel.
Egypt Military Vows to Hunt Down Border Checkpoint Attackers
The Egyptian government suggests the attackers were Egyptian militants based in the Sinai with support from the Gaza Strip
Netanyahu: Israel Can Only Rely On Itself
Condolences and reflection after a failed attack by militants on an Egyptian border checkpoint
Syrian Prime Minister Defects to Jordan
Defected with three other ministers, according to a rebel spokesperson
