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UAE threatens to kick Canada out of covert military base Camp MirageMisc World | 207060 hits | 6:12 PM on Friday | posted by Hyack
It was during a secret meeting in Paris this September that Canada realized there was little room for a compromise that would enable its Afghanistan-bound troops to keep using a covert military base near Dubai.North Korean official confirms Kim Jong Un as leader
PYONGYANG, North Korea — A top official told APTN on Friday that North Koreans will be honoured to follow the youngest son of Kim Jong Il as the third-generation leader of the communist nation.
Misc World | 206750 hits | 5:54 PM on Friday | posted by Hyack
PYONGYANG, North Korea — A top official told APTN on Friday that North Koreans will be honoured to follow the youngest son of Kim Jong Il as the third-generation leader of the communist nation.Hungary sludge death toll rises to 7
Rescue workers in Hungary have found three more victims of the catastrophic flood of toxic sludge, raising the death toll to seven. The body of an 81-year-old man who died from injuries sustained in the torrent and two other bodies were found Friday after
Misc World | 206810 hits | 5:10 PM on Friday | posted by Hyack
Rescue workers in Hungary have found three more victims of the catastrophic flood of toxic sludge, raising the death toll to seven. The body of an 81-year-old man who died from injuries sustained in the torrent and two other bodies were found Friday afterWoman learns on live TV missing daughter is dead
ROME — An Italian mother whose anguish over her missing daughter gripped the nation for weeks was told on live TV that the teenager had been slain, allegedly by the girl's uncle, whose house was hosting the show.
Misc World | 206750 hits | 6:07 PM on Thursday | posted by Hyack
ROME — An Italian mother whose anguish over her missing daughter gripped the nation for weeks was told on live TV that the teenager had been slain, allegedly by the girl's uncle, whose house was hosting the show.Archbishop Desmond Tutu retires
South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu is retiring from public life.
Misc World | 206820 hits | 6:00 PM on Thursday | posted by Hyack
South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu is retiring from public life.France's burka ban ruled constitutional
France's constitutional watchdog on Thursday endorsed a divisive law forbidding face-covering Islamic veils anywhere in public but expressed concern about applying it in places of worship, such as a mosque.
Misc World | 206859 hits | 5:58 PM on Thursday | posted by Hyack
France's constitutional watchdog on Thursday endorsed a divisive law forbidding face-covering Islamic veils anywhere in public but expressed concern about applying it in places of worship, such as a mosque. Canadian pullout may threaten Afghan missionMisc World | 206938 hits | 6:47 PM on Wednesday | posted by Hyack
Canada's plan to bring its troops home from Afghanistan in 2011 has the potential to hurt NATO's chances of success in Kandahar, a senior officer with the coalition said Wednesday.Driver cuts off truck, abducted 8-year-old girl flees
FRESNO, Calif. — An eight-year-old girl who was abducted by a stranger while playing outside a California home escaped from her captor Tuesday morning after a driver recognized the suspect's vehicle and cut it off, police said.
Misc World | 206811 hits | 11:24 PM on Tuesday | posted by Hyack
FRESNO, Calif. — An eight-year-old girl who was abducted by a stranger while playing outside a California home escaped from her captor Tuesday morning after a driver recognized the suspect's vehicle and cut it off, police said.Tennessee Firefighters Let Home Burn Down Because Of Unpaid Bill
Firefighters in rural Tennessee let a home burn to the ground last week because the homeowner hadn’t paid a $75 fee.
Misc World | 207074 hits | 9:50 PM on Tuesday | posted by tritium
Firefighters in rural Tennessee let a home burn to the ground last week because the homeowner hadn’t paid a $75 fee. Russia's Arctic plans infuriate CanadaMisc World | 207217 hits | 12:24 AM on Tuesday | posted by Hyack
Canada is not going to make any concessions to Russia in terms of sharing Arctic riches. During the current year, Canada has considerably expanded its infrastructure in the Arctic modernizing its existent bases and building new ones.Syria accuses teenage girl blogger of spying
Syria has accused a 19-year-old blogger who is in prison of being a spy, an official said Monday in the first comment from authorities on a case that sparked calls by the a leading rights group for the young woman's release.
Misc World | 206725 hits | 7:48 AM on Monday | posted by wildrosegirl
Syria has accused a 19-year-old blogger who is in prison of being a spy, an official said Monday in the first comment from authorities on a case that sparked calls by the a leading rights group for the young woman's release.Japan warns citizens about travel to Europe
Japan became the latest country Monday to issue a warning to its citizens regarding a rising terror threat in Europe, following similar precautions in Canada, the United States and Britain.
Misc World | 206708 hits | 7:45 AM on Monday | posted by wildrosegirl
Japan became the latest country Monday to issue a warning to its citizens regarding a rising terror threat in Europe, following similar precautions in Canada, the United States and Britain.German president celebrates 20 years of reunification
Germany's president celebrated the country's new-found national pride but also stressed that more needs to be done to integrate Muslim and other immigrants as he marked the 20th anniversary of reunification on Sunday.
Misc World | 206673 hits | 5:09 PM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
Germany's president celebrated the country's new-found national pride but also stressed that more needs to be done to integrate Muslim and other immigrants as he marked the 20th anniversary of reunification on Sunday.Intel: Dozens of Europeans in Pakistan for terror training
Dozens of Muslim militants with European citizenship are believed to be hiding out in the lawless tribal area of northwestern Pakistan, Pakistani and Western intelligence officials say, training for missions that could include terror attacks in European c
Misc World | 206725 hits | 5:02 PM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
Dozens of Muslim militants with European citizenship are believed to be hiding out in the lawless tribal area of northwestern Pakistan, Pakistani and Western intelligence officials say, training for missions that could include terror attacks in European cIsraeli soldiers convicted of using Palestinian boy as human shield
Misc World | 206496 hits | 10:54 AM on Sunday | posted by xerxes
Trapped miners get ready for rescue
The 33 Chilean miners trapped for almost two months could be freed in the second half of this month as rescuers drill closer to their refuge deep below the Atacama desert.
Misc World | 206768 hits | 6:40 AM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
The 33 Chilean miners trapped for almost two months could be freed in the second half of this month as rescuers drill closer to their refuge deep below the Atacama desert.Indian official contracts dengue fever as Games open
An official with India's lawn bowls squad has contracted dengue fever, the first person affiliated with the Commonwealth Games to contract the mosquito-borne disease.
Misc World | 206825 hits | 5:28 AM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
An official with India's lawn bowls squad has contracted dengue fever, the first person affiliated with the Commonwealth Games to contract the mosquito-borne disease. Delhi opening ceremony cause Canadian concernMisc World | 206879 hits | 10:43 PM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
Visions of athletes spending hours in the broiling sun without water or bathrooms almost kept Canada from marching in Sunday's opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Games.20 kidnapped in Mexican resort city of Acapulco
ACAPULCO, Mexico — Gunmen kidnapped 20 men who were traveling together in Mexico's Pacific coast resort city of Acapulco, authorities said Saturday. A shootout between drug gangs, meanwhile, left 14 people dead in remote town in the northern state of Dura
Misc World | 206967 hits | 10:34 PM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
ACAPULCO, Mexico — Gunmen kidnapped 20 men who were traveling together in Mexico's Pacific coast resort city of Acapulco, authorities said Saturday. A shootout between drug gangs, meanwhile, left 14 people dead in remote town in the northern state of DuraU.S. considering terror warning for Americans in Europe
WASHINGTON — The Obama administration is considering telling U.S. citizens to be vigilant as they travel in Europe, updated guidance prompted by fresh al Qaeda threats
Misc World | 206803 hits | 8:17 PM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
WASHINGTON — The Obama administration is considering telling U.S. citizens to be vigilant as they travel in Europe, updated guidance prompted by fresh al Qaeda threatsBin Laden urges Muslims to do more for Pakistan floods
CAIRO — In a second audio recording in 24 hours, al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden said governments of Muslim nations have not done enough to help Pakistanis hit by floods that killed hundreds and displaced millions.
Misc World | 206803 hits | 5:06 PM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
CAIRO — In a second audio recording in 24 hours, al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden said governments of Muslim nations have not done enough to help Pakistanis hit by floods that killed hundreds and displaced millions.CNN fires Rick Sanchez over Jon Stewart remark
Rick Sanchez was a popular newscaster for CNN. His show named “Rick’s List” was always one from the top draw. But this last Friday saw the last of his association with the channel. His rude and abrasive comments were always due to bring him just this kind
Misc World | 206968 hits | 12:06 PM on Saturday | posted by tritium
Rick Sanchez was a popular newscaster for CNN. His show named “Rick’s List” was always one from the top draw. But this last Friday saw the last of his association with the channel. His rude and abrasive comments were always due to bring him just this kindIndonesia train crash kills at least 36
A train crashed into another parked at a railway station in central Indonesia early Saturday, killing at least 36 people and injuring dozens, many seriously, officials and witnesses said.
Misc World | 206843 hits | 12:01 PM on Saturday | posted by tritium
A train crashed into another parked at a railway station in central Indonesia early Saturday, killing at least 36 people and injuring dozens, many seriously, officials and witnesses said.Proposed Settlement in Class Action Suit Against Audi, Volkswagen Wins Judge's Approval
Misc World | 206443 hits | 9:00 AM on Saturday | posted by stemmer
Vatican asked by judge to serve Pope papers
A U.S. judge is asking the Vatican to co-operate in serving the Pope and two other top officials with court papers that stem from decades-old allegations of sexual abuse by a priest in Wisconsin.
Misc World | 206801 hits | 6:51 PM on Friday | posted by Hyack
A U.S. judge is asking the Vatican to co-operate in serving the Pope and two other top officials with court papers that stem from decades-old allegations of sexual abuse by a priest in Wisconsin.Yabba dabba doo, 'The Flintstones' turns 50‎
Remember when Fred Flintstone ticked off that hothead Mr. Slate? Wilma's elephant faucet (just one of her living, breathing, complaining appliances)?
Misc World | 208762 hits | 7:59 PM on Thursday | posted by tritium
Remember when Fred Flintstone ticked off that hothead Mr. Slate? Wilma's elephant faucet (just one of her living, breathing, complaining appliances)?Jordan denies illegal jamming of al-Jazeera World Cup TV
Misc World | 206625 hits | 6:10 PM on Thursday | posted by xerxes
Afghanistan appoints peace council
The Afghan government has appointed nearly 70 people to a new High Peace Council, formalizing efforts already under way to reconcile with top Taliban leaders and lure insurgent foot soldiers off the battlefield.
Misc World | 208420 hits | 4:40 PM on Tuesday | posted by wildrosegirl
The Afghan government has appointed nearly 70 people to a new High Peace Council, formalizing efforts already under way to reconcile with top Taliban leaders and lure insurgent foot soldiers off the battlefield.Nigeria kidnappers seize school bus full of kids
Gunmen in Nigeria kidnapped 15 schoolchildren on their way to a private school near the country's oil-rich and restive southern delta, a police spokesman said Tuesday.
Misc World | 208406 hits | 4:36 PM on Tuesday | posted by wildrosegirl
Gunmen in Nigeria kidnapped 15 schoolchildren on their way to a private school near the country's oil-rich and restive southern delta, a police spokesman said Tuesday.Jimmy Carter recovering in hospital
Former U.S. president Jimmy Carter, on a trip promoting his new book, developed an upset stomach on a flight to Cleveland on Tuesday and was taken to a hospital, officials said.
Misc World | 208293 hits | 4:29 PM on Tuesday | posted by wildrosegirl
Former U.S. president Jimmy Carter, on a trip promoting his new book, developed an upset stomach on a flight to Cleveland on Tuesday and was taken to a hospital, officials said.7 dead, at least 100 missing in Mexico landslide
Mexican officials have confirmed that seven people died and at least 100 others were missing after a hillside collapsed in a Mexican town early Tuesday, burying at least 100 homes.
Misc World | 208323 hits | 3:38 PM on Tuesday | posted by wildrosegirl
Mexican officials have confirmed that seven people died and at least 100 others were missing after a hillside collapsed in a Mexican town early Tuesday, burying at least 100 homes.Jewish roots bring skinhead neo-Nazi couple together
Misc World | 206959 hits | 11:42 PM on Monday | posted by xerxes
Panel probes decisions made after Gulf spill
How well did the White House react to the Gulf oil spill disaster? A federal panel appointed by President Barack Obama starts its investigation Monday.
Misc World | 208238 hits | 7:25 AM on Monday | posted by wildrosegirl
How well did the White House react to the Gulf oil spill disaster? A federal panel appointed by President Barack Obama starts its investigation Monday.Russia wants to supply all of China's gas needs
China and Russia signed agreements Monday to boost energy cooperation, while Moscow said it is ready to supply its energy hungry neighbor with all its natural gas needs.
Misc World | 208283 hits | 7:15 AM on Monday | posted by wildrosegirl
China and Russia signed agreements Monday to boost energy cooperation, while Moscow said it is ready to supply its energy hungry neighbor with all its natural gas needs.Karzai's brother says he will amend U.S. tax returns
The eldest brother of Afghan President Hamid Karzai is preparing to amend his earnings on his U.S. tax returns and says he will freely disclose financial details of his life to American federal prosecutors.
Misc World | 208248 hits | 7:05 AM on Monday | posted by wildrosegirl
The eldest brother of Afghan President Hamid Karzai is preparing to amend his earnings on his U.S. tax returns and says he will freely disclose financial details of his life to American federal prosecutors.Abbas says no 'quick decision' on fate of peace talks
The Palestinian president said Monday he would wait at least a week before deciding whether to pull out of Mideast peace talks, giving U.S. mediators precious time to broker a compromise following the end of an Israeli moratorium on West Bank settlement c
Misc World | 208228 hits | 6:33 AM on Monday | posted by wildrosegirl
The Palestinian president said Monday he would wait at least a week before deciding whether to pull out of Mideast peace talks, giving U.S. mediators precious time to broker a compromise following the end of an Israeli moratorium on West Bank settlement cNew Muslim comic book superhero on the way
Comic book fans will soon be getting their first glimpse at an unlikely new superhero -- a Muslim boy in a wheelchair with superpowers.
Misc World | 208481 hits | 6:35 PM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
Comic book fans will soon be getting their first glimpse at an unlikely new superhero -- a Muslim boy in a wheelchair with superpowers.Strong earthquake shakes eastern Indonesia
A strong offshore earthquake has shaken parts of eastern Indonesia.
Misc World | 208218 hits | 7:50 AM on Sunday | posted by wildrosegirl
A strong offshore earthquake has shaken parts of eastern Indonesia. Could global warming turn Canada into a superpower?Misc World | 206979 hits | 4:46 PM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
By the year 2050 Canada could be enjoying newfound status as a global superpower blessed with a developed north, plenty of fresh water, a growing population and new shipping lanes through the Arctic. Canadians moving into athletes' village in New DelhiMisc World | 206680 hits | 4:43 PM on Saturday | posted by Hyack
Canadian support staff are preparing to move into the athletes' village at the Commonwealth Games on Sunday, with the first group of athletes scheduled to follow closely behind.RCMP investigate possible hoax in Pakistan plane bomb scare
The Mounties say they are considering charging an anonymous tipster with perpetrating a hoax, following an international bomb scare that caused a flight from Toronto to be grounded and evacuated before it completed its journey to Pakistan.
Misc World | 206725 hits | 1:05 PM on Saturday | posted by snookums
The Mounties say they are considering charging an anonymous tipster with perpetrating a hoax, following an international bomb scare that caused a flight from Toronto to be grounded and evacuated before it completed its journey to Pakistan.Bomb scare: PIA flight lands in Sweden
Misc World | 206438 hits | 6:20 AM on Saturday | posted by stemmer
'Koran burning': men expect to be charged with inciting racial hatred
A gang of six men arrested on suspicion burning copies of the Koran on YouTube said yesterday that they expected to be charged with stirring racial hatred.
Misc World | 207013 hits | 2:49 AM on Saturday | posted by Bodah
A gang of six men arrested on suspicion burning copies of the Koran on YouTube said yesterday that they expected to be charged with stirring racial hatred. Putin doesn't see nations fighting over ArcticMisc World | 206895 hits | 1:15 AM on Friday | posted by Hyack
MOSCOW — Russia's outspoken prime minister, Vladimir Putin, dismissed forecasts Thursday that Arctic nations would soon clash over resources in the polar region believed to hold up to a quarter of the Earth's undiscovered oil and gas.Woman fatally shoots 3 at Seattle house
Misc World | 206656 hits | 5:51 PM on Thursday | posted by Strutz
Ahmadinejad raises 9/11 conspiracy theories
The American diplomats at the United Nations were prepared to give Mahmoud Ahmadinejad a chance.
Misc World | 206863 hits | 4:42 PM on Thursday | posted by Bodah
The American diplomats at the United Nations were prepared to give Mahmoud Ahmadinejad a chance.Israeli raid on Gaza aid flotilla broke law - UN probe
Israel's military broke international laws during a raid on a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, a UN Human Rights Council investigation says.
Its report said the action by commandos, which left nine dead, was "disproportionate" and "betrayed an unacceptable lev
Misc World | 206680 hits | 11:27 AM on Thursday | posted by xerxes
Israel's military broke international laws during a raid on a Gaza-bound aid flotilla, a UN Human Rights Council investigation says.
Its report said the action by commandos, which left nine dead, was "disproportionate" and "betrayed an unacceptable lev Arctic summit in Moscow hears rival claimsMisc World | 206676 hits | 10:32 PM on Wednesday | posted by Hyack
An international meeting to try to prevent the Arctic becoming the next battleground over mineral wealth is taking place in Moscow. Afghanistan security 'deteriorating:' FedsMisc World | 206664 hits | 10:27 PM on Wednesday | posted by Hyack
OTTAWA — Afghanistan's security situation is "deteriorating," with a rise in insurgent violence and intimidation of civilians, according to a new report on the war by the Harper government.80 pilot whales stranded on New Zealand beach
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — At least 40 out of 80 pilot whales that stranded themselves on a remote northern New Zealand beach have died, and more whales are joining them on land, officials said Wednesday.
Misc World | 206603 hits | 10:26 PM on Wednesday | posted by Hyack
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — At least 40 out of 80 pilot whales that stranded themselves on a remote northern New Zealand beach have died, and more whales are joining them on land, officials said Wednesday.Back to Canada News
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