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European cold snap death toll leaps to 175
At least 175 people have died as a result of a cold snap that has been battering Europe, as temperatures in some areas plunge to -38 C.
Misc World | 206776 hits | 7:26 PM on Friday | posted by Hyack
At least 175 people have died as a result of a cold snap that has been battering Europe, as temperatures in some areas plunge to -38 C.Concordia captain's stunt blamed for cruise wreck
The dangerous manoeuvre that caused the Costa Concordia cruise ship to crash into rocks off the shore of the Italian island of Giglio last month was likely the result of a rivalry between its captain and that of another ship to see who could get closest t
Misc World | 206863 hits | 7:17 PM on Friday | posted by Hyack
The dangerous manoeuvre that caused the Costa Concordia cruise ship to crash into rocks off the shore of the Italian island of Giglio last month was likely the result of a rivalry between its captain and that of another ship to see who could get closest tGlacier thief arrested in Chile | Environment | The Guardian
Police hold man on suspicion of stealing five tonnes of ice from the Jorge Montt glacier in Patagonia to sell as designer ice cubes
Misc World | 206975 hits | 7:29 AM on Friday | posted by stemmer
Police hold man on suspicion of stealing five tonnes of ice from the Jorge Montt glacier in Patagonia to sell as designer ice cubesHonda Hybrid Lawsuit: Heather Peters Wins $9,867 From Honda In Small Claims Court
LOS ANGELES -- A Southern California woman took Honda to small-claims court and won in a big way. Los Angeles Superior Court Commissioner Douglas Carnahan ruled Wednesday that the automaker misled Heather Peters about the potential fuel economy of her hyb
Misc World | 207028 hits | 8:44 AM on Thursday | posted by stemmer
LOS ANGELES -- A Southern California woman took Honda to small-claims court and won in a big way. Los Angeles Superior Court Commissioner Douglas Carnahan ruled Wednesday that the automaker misled Heather Peters about the potential fuel economy of her hybSnow-stranded Europeans rescued as deaths rise to 79
Rescue helicopters evacuated dozens of people from snow-blocked villages in Serbia and Bosnia and air-lifted in emergency food and medicine as a severe cold spell kept Eastern Europe in its icy grip, with the death toll climbing to 79.
Misc World | 206806 hits | 5:12 PM on Wednesday | posted by Hyack
Rescue helicopters evacuated dozens of people from snow-blocked villages in Serbia and Bosnia and air-lifted in emergency food and medicine as a severe cold spell kept Eastern Europe in its icy grip, with the death toll climbing to 79.Egypt soccer riot toll climbs to 74
The Egptian parliament has scheduled an emergency session on Thursday following a riot at a soccer game that left more than 70 people dead and 1,000 injured.
Misc World | 206659 hits | 5:07 PM on Wednesday | posted by Hyack
The Egptian parliament has scheduled an emergency session on Thursday following a riot at a soccer game that left more than 70 people dead and 1,000 injured.Shipwreck in Baltic Sea: A UFO? The Millennium Falcon? Disc-Shaped Object on Sonar as Large as 747
A group of treasure hunters based in Stockholm, using sonar, has found a strange disc-shaped object on the floor of the Baltic Sea between Sweden and Finland. From above, it looks a bit like the Millennium Falcon of Star Wars" fame. It's large -- 197 feet
Misc World | 207957 hits | 12:28 PM on Wednesday | posted by SprCForr
A group of treasure hunters based in Stockholm, using sonar, has found a strange disc-shaped object on the floor of the Baltic Sea between Sweden and Finland. From above, it looks a bit like the Millennium Falcon of Star Wars" fame. It's large -- 197 feetIslamists admit London Stock Exchange bomb plot
Misc World | 206658 hits | 7:32 AM on Wednesday | posted by martin14
Iran said willing to attack U.S. soilMisc World | 206783 hits | 4:17 AM on Wednesday | posted by GreenTiger
The 10 Most Educated Countries in the WorldMisc World | 206824 hits | 9:15 PM on Tuesday | posted by jeff744
Injuries reported after magnitude 6.3 quake in Peru
Peruvian authorities say 112 people have been treated for injuries after a magnitude-6.3 earthquake struck the country's central coast. They say none of the injuries are life-threatening.
Misc World | 208445 hits | 5:28 PM on Monday | posted by Hyack
Peruvian authorities say 112 people have been treated for injuries after a magnitude-6.3 earthquake struck the country's central coast. They say none of the injuries are life-threatening.Afghan officials: Woman killed for giving birth to a girl
An Afghan woman has been strangled to death, apparently by her husband, who was upset that she gave birth to a second daughter rather than the son he wanted, police said Monday.
Misc World | 208573 hits | 5:26 PM on Monday | posted by Hyack
An Afghan woman has been strangled to death, apparently by her husband, who was upset that she gave birth to a second daughter rather than the son he wanted, police said Monday.Greeks reject 'impossible' German plan for budget veto
Athens rejects outright German proposals for an EU power of veto over the Greek budget, with a minister threatening to quit over the issue.
Misc World | 209017 hits | 4:31 PM on Monday | posted by martin14
Athens rejects outright German proposals for an EU power of veto over the Greek budget, with a minister threatening to quit over the issue.Belgium hit by general strike as EU leaders meet
Belgians angry over austerity measures hold a general strike - disrupting travel and other services - as European leaders gather for a key summit in Brussels.
Misc World | 208784 hits | 4:27 PM on Monday | posted by martin14
Belgians angry over austerity measures hold a general strike - disrupting travel and other services - as European leaders gather for a key summit in Brussels.Sea lions found shot on Puget Sound, US officials say
At least eight sea lions have been shot dead in the US state of Washington in the past few weeks, wildlife officials say.
Misc World | 208539 hits | 6:33 PM on Sunday | posted by Hyack
At least eight sea lions have been shot dead in the US state of Washington in the past few weeks, wildlife officials say.Prince Charles floats plan to sail ahead of Diamond Jubilee armada in his own "Viking longboat"
The prince wants to lead the 1,000-vessel parade on the newly-built Royal Rowboat Gloriana, a cross between a giant gondola and a Viking longboat.
Misc World | 208760 hits | 6:27 PM on Sunday | posted by Hyack
The prince wants to lead the 1,000-vessel parade on the newly-built Royal Rowboat Gloriana, a cross between a giant gondola and a Viking longboat.Deadly night on hazy north Florida highway
A long line of cars and trucks collided one after another early Sunday on a dark Florida highway so shrouded in haze and smoke that drivers were instantly blinded. At least 10 people were killed.
Misc World | 208411 hits | 6:04 PM on Sunday | posted by Hyack
A long line of cars and trucks collided one after another early Sunday on a dark Florida highway so shrouded in haze and smoke that drivers were instantly blinded. At least 10 people were killed. Iranian death sentence upheld for Canadian bloggerMisc World | 208342 hits | 6:01 PM on Sunday | posted by Hyack
Iran's state media say the Supreme Court has upheld a death sentence against a web developer convicted of spreading corruption. Davos summit ends amid unease with world economyMisc World | 208193 hits | 2:59 PM on Sunday | posted by Hyack
The world's foremost gathering of business and political leaders wrapped up their meetings Sunday in Davos, Switzerland amid fears that economic turmoil in Europe could spread around the world.Climate change threatens national dish, U.K. says
Britain says coastlines, wildlife and even the nation's most famous dish are under threat from climate change in its first-ever national assessment of likely risks.
Misc World | 208297 hits | 12:21 AM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
Britain says coastlines, wildlife and even the nation's most famous dish are under threat from climate change in its first-ever national assessment of likely risks.Strong earthquake felt in northern Italy
A strong earthquake has been felt in northern Italy.
Misc World | 208271 hits | 12:18 AM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
A strong earthquake has been felt in northern Italy.Magnitude 5.5 earthquake shakes Japan
A magnitude-5.5 earthquake rattled Yamanashi prefecture in central Japan on Saturday morning, the Japan Meteorological Agency reported. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries, and no tsunami warning was issued.
Misc World | 208296 hits | 12:15 AM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
A magnitude-5.5 earthquake rattled Yamanashi prefecture in central Japan on Saturday morning, the Japan Meteorological Agency reported. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries, and no tsunami warning was issued.Dutch one step closer to banning the burqa
The Dutch Cabinet moved a step closer Friday to banning the burqa, making good on an election promise that is largely symbolic but has broad public support.
Misc World | 208503 hits | 12:10 AM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
The Dutch Cabinet moved a step closer Friday to banning the burqa, making good on an election promise that is largely symbolic but has broad public support.Syrian violence escalates, death toll rises
Two days of bloody turmoil in Syria killed at least 74 people as forces loyal to President Bashar Assad shelled residential buildings, fired on crowds and left bleeding corpses in the streets in a dramatic escalation of violence, activists said Friday.
Misc World | 208232 hits | 11:59 PM on Friday | posted by Hyack
Two days of bloody turmoil in Syria killed at least 74 people as forces loyal to President Bashar Assad shelled residential buildings, fired on crowds and left bleeding corpses in the streets in a dramatic escalation of violence, activists said Friday. Canada condemns Libya amid reports of prisoner abuseMisc World | 208189 hits | 7:30 PM on Friday | posted by Hyack
Canada is delivering a diplomatic scolding to Libya over reports of deaths and systemic torture in Libyan prisons.More large quakes could hit Haiti, Dominican Republic
Haiti and the neighboring Dominican Republic could be in for a period of periodic powerful earthquakes, according to a scientific study released Thursday.
Misc World | 208149 hits | 7:26 PM on Friday | posted by Hyack
Haiti and the neighboring Dominican Republic could be in for a period of periodic powerful earthquakes, according to a scientific study released Thursday.Cruise ship survivors offered $14,454 compensation
Misc World | 206503 hits | 8:37 AM on Friday | posted by martin14
85-year-old Alaskan woman saves husband from attacking moose
Misc World | 206909 hits | 12:09 AM on Friday | posted by andyt
Public Paterno memorial caps off 3 days of mourning
With fond memories and lavish praise that might have embarrassed their beloved coach, Penn State paid tribute to Joe Paterno at a public memorial Thursday, an event that capped three days of public mourning following his death from lung cancer.
Misc World | 208359 hits | 7:05 PM on Thursday | posted by Hyack
With fond memories and lavish praise that might have embarrassed their beloved coach, Penn State paid tribute to Joe Paterno at a public memorial Thursday, an event that capped three days of public mourning following his death from lung cancer.U.S. navy sued over possible sonar impact on whales
Conservationists and Native American tribes are suing over the U.S. navy's expanded use of sonar in training exercises off the country's west coast, saying the noise can harass and kill whales and other marine life.
Misc World | 208194 hits | 5:07 PM on Thursday | posted by Hyack
Conservationists and Native American tribes are suing over the U.S. navy's expanded use of sonar in training exercises off the country's west coast, saying the noise can harass and kill whales and other marine life.Police escort Australian PM through security scare
Misc World | 206542 hits | 8:17 AM on Thursday | posted by saturn_656
Bruins' Tim Thomas refuses to meet with Obama
The Boston Bruins' Stanley Cup hero, Tim Thomas, refused to meet with U.S. President Barack Obama during the team's meet-and-greet with the Commander-in-Chief Monday, saying the U.S. government is "out of control."
Misc World | 208164 hits | 8:48 PM on Monday | posted by Hyack
The Boston Bruins' Stanley Cup hero, Tim Thomas, refused to meet with U.S. President Barack Obama during the team's meet-and-greet with the Commander-in-Chief Monday, saying the U.S. government is "out of control."British skier sets record for solo Antarctic trek
British adventurer Felicity Aston finished her 1,744 kilometre journey across the Antarctic, becoming the first woman to ski across the icy continent alone.
Misc World | 206767 hits | 8:39 PM on Monday | posted by Hyack
British adventurer Felicity Aston finished her 1,744 kilometre journey across the Antarctic, becoming the first woman to ski across the icy continent alone. Lunar New Year celebrated around the worldMisc World | 206734 hits | 8:36 PM on Monday | posted by Hyack
Millions of ethnic Chinese, Koreans and Vietnamese across Asia are ringing in the new Year of the Dragon with fireworks, feasting and family reunions. 2 Cuban players missing from CONCACAF Olympic women's qualifierMisc World | 206742 hits | 8:32 PM on Monday | posted by Hyack
Two players were missing from Cuba's lineup for its game against Haiti at the CONCACAF Olympic women's soccer qualifying tournament Monday in Vancouver. Year of the dragon brings promise of changeMisc World | 206662 hits | 10:44 PM on Sunday | posted by Hyack
When the dragon of Chinese astrology arrives with the Lunar New Year on Monday, the mythical creature will bring with it optimism and hope for better times ahead in 2012. U.S. seeks aboriginal help to halt drugs from CanadaMisc World | 206741 hits | 8:34 PM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
Federal law enforcement agencies will help tribal officers obtain equipment and training on aboriginal lands near the U.S.-Canadian border as part of the White House's newly released strategy for reducing the flow of illegal drugs.Ex-Penn State coach Paterno in serious condition
A family spokesman says former Penn State coach Joe Paterno, who is battling lung cancer, is in serious condition after experiencing health complications.
Misc World | 206727 hits | 8:32 PM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
A family spokesman says former Penn State coach Joe Paterno, who is battling lung cancer, is in serious condition after experiencing health complications.Turkey does 1st triple-limb transplant
A hospital in southern Turkey has performed the world's first triple limb transplant, attaching two arms and one leg to a 34-year-old man, an official said.
Misc World | 206805 hits | 8:26 PM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
A hospital in southern Turkey has performed the world's first triple limb transplant, attaching two arms and one leg to a 34-year-old man, an official said.Magnitude-6.2 quake hits off coast of southern Mexico
A magnitude-6.2 earthquake that hit off the coast of the southern Mexican state of Chiapas on Saturday shook as far away as El Salvador but brought no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
Misc World | 206791 hits | 6:43 PM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
A magnitude-6.2 earthquake that hit off the coast of the southern Mexican state of Chiapas on Saturday shook as far away as El Salvador but brought no immediate reports of damage or injuries.16-year-old sailor ends solo circumnavigation
A teenager from the Netherlands sailed into St. Maarten harbour on Saturday, ending a yearlong solo journey around the globe aboard a ketch named "Guppy."
Misc World | 206814 hits | 6:36 PM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
A teenager from the Netherlands sailed into St. Maarten harbour on Saturday, ending a yearlong solo journey around the globe aboard a ketch named "Guppy." Malta shuts down Canadian small-arms firing exerciseMisc World | 206811 hits | 6:32 PM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
The Halifax-based frigate HMCS Charlottetown was conducting a small-arms firing exercise earlier this week, with sailors firing 9 mm pistols towards the empty ocean, when they were ordered by Maltese officials to stop.Egypt's Islamist parties win elections to parliament
The final results in Egypt's first post-Mubarak parliamentary elections confirm an overwhelming victory for Islamist parties.
Misc World | 206961 hits | 12:04 PM on Saturday | posted by martin14
The final results in Egypt's first post-Mubarak parliamentary elections confirm an overwhelming victory for Islamist parties. Year of the dragon about to roarMisc World | 206782 hits | 10:02 PM on Friday | posted by Hyack
The celebration have already begun for the Lunar New Year, although it doesn't officially start until late Sunday night in B.C.Britain spied on Russia with 'fake rock'
Electronic equipment hidden inside a fake rock in a Moscow park helped the United Kingdom spy on Russia, according to a former official with the British government.
Misc World | 206869 hits | 8:09 PM on Thursday | posted by Hyack
Electronic equipment hidden inside a fake rock in a Moscow park helped the United Kingdom spy on Russia, according to a former official with the British government. Key al Qaeda member killed in U.S. drone strikeMisc World | 206682 hits | 7:43 PM on Thursday | posted by GreenTiger
Mars meteorite chunks fall to Earth
Meteorite chunks from Mars fell over Morocco last summer — the first time in 50 years such an event has occurred, scientists confirmed Tuesday.
Misc World | 206911 hits | 11:15 PM on Wednesday | posted by Hyack
Meteorite chunks from Mars fell over Morocco last summer — the first time in 50 years such an event has occurred, scientists confirmed Tuesday.Cruise ship captain says he 'tripped' into lifeboat
The captain accused of abandoning a wrecked cruise ship off the Italian coast says he ended up on shore after accidentally tripping into a lifeboat that was being lowered into the sea.
Misc World | 206967 hits | 11:13 PM on Wednesday | posted by Hyack
The captain accused of abandoning a wrecked cruise ship off the Italian coast says he ended up on shore after accidentally tripping into a lifeboat that was being lowered into the sea.Severed human head, hands, feet found in Hollywood
Los Angeles police looked for more human body parts Wednesday after searchers discovered two hands and two feet in the same area of a park where dog walkers found a severed human head inside a plastic bag.
Misc World | 206869 hits | 11:11 PM on Wednesday | posted by Hyack
Los Angeles police looked for more human body parts Wednesday after searchers discovered two hands and two feet in the same area of a park where dog walkers found a severed human head inside a plastic bag. Squatters claim Manitoba couple's Texas vacation homeMisc World | 207771 hits | 11:09 PM on Wednesday | posted by Hyack
A retired Manitoba couple will be in a Texas court on Wednesday morning facing off against squatters who have allegedly taken up residence in the couple's vacation home.Back to Canada News
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