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Could Tunisian opposition groups re-ignite the revolt?
For the first time in 24 years, key Tunisian dissidents - both exiled and local - are coming together in Tunis, raising two important questions - has Prime Minister Mohammed Ghannouchi done enough to quell the popular uprising, and will the presence of al

WASHINGTON—Former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, defending herself against criticism following the Tucson, Arizona, shootings, said Monday that she used the term “blood libel” to describe comments made by those who falsely tried to link conservatives to the ass
Iran bans Valentine's Day gifts
TEHRAN - Iran has banned the production of Valentine’s Day gifts and any promotion of the day celebrating romantic love to combat what it sees as a spread of Western culture, Iranian media reported.
Taiwan's unusually public missile test fizzles
JIUPENG, Taiwan — If Taiwan's unusually public test-firing of 19 missiles Tuesday was intended as a statement following China's successful trial of a new stealth aircraft, the message came out a bit garbled.
Afghan officials: 50 Taliban switch sides in north
KABUL, Afghanistan — Fifty Taliban fighters laid down their arms on Tuesday and joined pro-government forces in northern Afghanistan where militants have been slowly expanding their presence, officials said.
Kennedy in-law Sargent Shriver dies at 95
BETHESDA, Md. — R. Sargent Shriver, the exuberant public servant and Kennedy in-law who served as the first Peace Corps director, ambassador to France and a vice-presidential candidate, died Tuesday. He was 95.
Major earthquake hits southwestern Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — A major 7.2 magnitude earthquake rocked a remote area of southwestern Pakistan early Wednesday, shaking many parts of the country and causing tremors as far away as India and the United Arab Emirates.
Iraq suicide bomb kills 52 police recruits
A suicide bomber blew himself up Tuesday in a crowd waiting to apply for jobs with the police, killing at least 52 people in the latest strike against Iraqi security recruits, officials said.
Duvalier faces corruption, other charges
Former Haitian dictator Jean-Claude Duvalier was charged with corruption, theft and misappropriation of funds on Tuesday, amid accusations he expropriated hundreds of millions of dollars during his 16-year presidency.
Deadly fungus threatens Canadian bats
TIMMINS, Ont. - A deadly fungus that has killed more than one million bats in the United States has moved north, causing concern about their population northeastern Ontario.
Century-old scotch returned from Antarctic
Some people brag about serving scotch whisky that's 15 years old. But three bottles of Mackinlays scotch flown to Scotland by private jet Monday date back to the late 19th century.
Baby Doc's return to Haiti prompts fury, cheers
Former Haitian dictator Jean-Claude (Baby Doc) Duvalier's stunning return to his homeland has drawn a mixed reaction from angry opponents and cheering supporters Monday, as many question his motives in returning after 25 years in exile.
Tunisia Announces New Unity GovernmentTunisia's prime minister announced a new coalition government Monday, as security forces used water cannon and tear gas to repel protesters in the country's capital, Tunis.
Ousted Haitian dictator 'Baby Doc' makes surprise return
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — Former Haitian dictator Jean-Claude "Baby Doc" Duvalier returned Sunday to Haiti nearly 25 years after a popular uprising against his brutal dictatorship forced him into exile, a surprising and perplexing move that comes as his cou
Obama congratulates Sudanese, urges restraintWASHINGTON — US President Barack Obama congratulated the Sudanese Sunday for what he called an inspiring referendum on their country's future, but urged calm as an expected secession is worked out.
EU freezes Ivory Coast port and bank assetsABIDJAN/BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Union on Saturday increased the pressure on Ivory Coast leader Laurent Gbagbo to step down, freezing assets of the West African country's cocoa-exporting ports, its state oil firm and three banks.
Bodies of stampede victims airliftedThe mortal remains of fifteen persons, who were killed in a stampede at Pulmedu near Sabarimala, were dispatched to their home state from the airport here on Sunday.
Nepal at crossroads as UN ends peace missionKATHMANDU — A UN mission set up four years ago to oversee Nepal's post-war transition has closed down, removing a crucial buffer between two armed factions in the troubled nation.
Foreign diplomats set to tour Iran nuclear sitesTEHRAN — Foreign diplomats were set to kick-off on Saturday a two-day tour of Iran's atomic sites at the invitation of Tehran, in a bid to drum up support for its contentious nuclear programme.
In Lebanon, Hariri criticizes HezbollahBEIRUT - Two days after the collapse of his government, Prime Minister Saad Hariri returned to Lebanon in a caretaker role Friday and called for dialogue before denouncing the decision by the Hezbollah movement and its allies to leave the administration.
Italy's Mount Etna erupts
Mount Etna, on the Italian island of Sicily, has come back to life with a brief eruption that sent lava down its slopes and a cloud of ash into the sky, forcing the overnight closure of a nearby airport
U.S.-Russia civil nuclear deal goes into effect
A new agreement that will allow American companies to export nuclear energy technology to Russia went into effect Tuesday, with the U.S. ambassador describing it as "major step forward" in joint efforts to promote the peaceful use of nuclear power.
Flash floods kill 8 in water-weary Australia
Flash floods swept through the Australian city of Toowoomba Monday, killing at least eight people, trapping others in cars and leaving some clinging to trees as relentless rains brought more misery to a region battling its worst flooding in decades.
Somali Islamists ban men and women from shaking hands
Al Qaeda-linked militants in war-torn southern Somalia have banned unrelated men and women from shaking hands, speaking or walking together in public, residents said Saturday. People who break the rules could be imprisoned, whipped or even executed.
Security stepped up at major U.K. transport hubs
Travellers may notice an increased police presence on Britain's rail network and at Heathrow airport today, amid reports the security threat level has been raised at major transport hubs in the United Kingdom.
Big tuna fetches record $396,000 in Tokyo
TOKYO — A giant bluefin tuna fetched a record 32.49 million yen, or nearly $396,000, in Tokyo on Wednesday, in the first auction of the year at the world's largest wholesale fish market.
Chinese media report mystery stealth fighter photos
BEIJING — Photos leaked online that appear to show a prototype of China's first stealth fighter jet were discussed in state media Wednesday -- a move that supports claims the country's military aviation program is advancing faster than expected.
Pakistani governor opposing blasphemy law killed
The governor of Pakistan's wealthiest and most populous province was shot dead in the capital Tuesday by one of his own guards, who later told interrogators that he was angry about the politician's stance against the country's blasphemy law, officials sai
WikiLeaks Has Bank of America Scrambling
After revealing thousands of leaked U.S. diplomatic cables, WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange said in November that he was set to expose as "ecosystem of corruption" at a major U.S. bank.
Australia floodwaters still rising
Floodwaters are still rising in parts of Queensland, Australia, and water levels are not expected to peak until mid-week, officials said Sunday.
Strong quake rattles Chile
A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck central Chile on Sunday afternoon, sending tens of thousands of people near coastal communities for higher ground over concerns it would generate a tsunami.
U.S. Capitol evacuated, fighters scrambled in scare
WASHINGTON — An airliner lost radio contact Saturday as it approached the nation's capital, prompting the dispatch of fighter jets and the evacuation of the U.S. Capitol and all House and Senate office buildings.
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