Fighting in Damascus Reaching Christian Districts
Clashes between rebels and government forces have been reported in two districts in Damascus for the first time in the uprising
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Suicide Bombers Thwarted At Somali Constitutional Convention
Security forces say they shot two would-be suicide bombers trying to enter a meeting of more than eight hundred elders.
Assad to Army: Step Up the Fight
The long time strong man of Syria is trying to get a grip on a country in revolt
Freedom Makes All the Difference
Mitt Romney's controversial comments about economic development overlooked a key variable.
Ontario Fails To Shield Voter Info - Still
After losing memory sticks full of data on millions of voters, the agency responsible for elections in Ontario, Canada, hasn't encrypted anything
Portuguese Tax Man Falls Short
Weak tax collections mean that Portugal will have to rework its budget to meet deficit-reduction goals
France To Squeeze Businesses
The new socialist government in France has its eye on balancing the budget by putting the screws to businesses and the wealthy
Twitter Encouraged Complaint Against Journalist
After first stripping and then restoring a journalist's account, Twitter admits it encouraged NBC to bring the complaint that started it all
Taliban Thrilled in Pakistan Over Reopening of NATO Supply Line
Route is also a gravy train for insurgents, who get paid not to attack convoys.
Uganda Fears Ebola Virus Outbreak in Capital
Officials announce 14 have died of the virus in the country.
4 Shameful Moments in Olympics History
From Berlin to Munich and beyond, terror and tragedy at the Summer Games.
Food, Gas Low in Aleppo as Syrian Siege Continues
Syria's largest city on 11th day of fighting.
Russian Church Official: God Wants to Punish Pussy Riot, Not Us
Nevertheless, he encourages church and state growing closer.
Twitter Restores Account of Journalist Suspended Over Olympics Criticism
Scandal's not over for a company built on free speech
Most Power Back in India
More than 600 million were left without power after India's second blackout in a week.
Europe Pressuring Rwanda to Stop Backing Congo Rebels
European countries cutting aid to Rwanda until support for rebels stops
Ahmadinejad Mocks Romney Over Israel Trip
Iran's president tries to take advantage of Romney's visit to the region
UBS Blames Facebook For Slumping Profit
The bank says it bought more Facebook shares than clients wanted, and blamed the mismanaged IPO for its second quarter performance.
France Seeks Data from Google Street View
Google's privacy problems with European governments continues
Leon Panetta Convinced Morsi a President "of all" Egyptians
On a tour of the Mideast, Leon Panetta stopped in Cairo
2012 London Olympics Most Totalitarian?
From getting reporters suspended on Twitter to banning the sale of non-McDonald's French fries, the IOC is making a case for the superlative.
Obama's Adventures in Africa
Four years ago, few would have predicted that one of President Obama's legacies would be increased militarization of U.S. policy toward Africa.
Romanian President Survives Recall Attempt; Turnout Too Low
The political crisis in Romania continues
Mitt Romney: Vladimir Putin Turning Back Clock on Progress
Uses Poland as an example of benefits of freedom
Iraq War "Great" Decision, if Not "Greatest" of 21st Century
Rumsfeld's former intel chief credits the Iraq War for the Arab Spring
Ron Paul Supporters Greet Mitt Romney in Poland
He may be the presumptive nominee, but there are still Ron Paul supporters everywhere
Deutsche Bank Cuts Jobs
The moves comes as an attempt to makes savings amid profit loses and a worsening situation in the eurozone.
British Teenager Arrested For Tweet
The seventeen year old boy was arrested after mocking British diver Tom Daley after his disappointing Olympic performance.
Street Art Removed From London During Olympics
Street artists say 'Beijing was more open-minded'.
Uzbekistan Detains Two Journalists for Taking Photos of Market
The two reporters were arrested for "pursuing a strategic goal".
Euro-Area Unemployment Highest on Record
The 11.2 percent unemployment rate is the highest since 1995.
Greenland Thaw Could Prompt Mining Rush
Rare minerals could provide a boost to the local economy as China's reserves drop.
Russian Anti-Corruption Blogger Charged
Alexei Navalny, who has been charged with theft, faces a long prison sentence and is banned from leaving Russia.
Vietnam May Legalize Gay Marriage
A country in which homosexuals are currently whipped is seriously considering allowing them to marry.
Congress Pushing For More Sanctions Against Iran
Negotiators from the House and Senate have approved additional sanctions that target shipping and energy.
Moody's Cuts British Growth Forecasts
Move looks to put pressure on Cameron to change his "austerity" program.
Romney Spokesman: "Kiss My Ass"
Rick Gorker made the comments to reporters while Romney visited the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Warsaw.
Panetta Offers a Helping Hand
The Secretary of Defense has offered to help Tunisia fight terrorism.
Malaysian Drug Laws are Unfair to Australians
Australians are not presumed innocent when charged with crimes that could see them executed, says a Malaysian legal reform advocate.
Zimbabwe Thief Asks For Life in Prison
Lovemore Manyika says that he would prefer incarceration to life outside prison walls.
Half of India Without Power As Blackout Continues for a Second Day
Whole grids have shut down and public transport in major cities has stopped.
Romney Seeks Solidarity With Poland
The presumptive GOP nominee is to praise Polish opposition to oppression and urge Poland to work with American allies in a speech today.
