- In 2012 race, GOP candidates rely less on fill-ins AP - 2 hrs 26 mins ago
At Mitt Romney's New Hampshire headquarters, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie played a time-worn shtick for the cameras, picking up a telephone alongside volunteers who were dialing undecided voters on behalf of the candidate … More »In 2012 race, GOP candidates rely less on fill-ins
- Arab League to vote on Syria sanctions AP - 1 hr 51 mins ago
The Arab League was to vote Sunday on sweeping sanctions against Syria to pressure the regime to end its deadly, eight-month crackdown on dissent. Damascus slammed the move as a betrayal of Arab solidarity. More »Arab League to vote on Syria sanctions
- Occupy LA deadline comes, many say they won't go AP - 3 hrs ago
The protesters whose tents line the lawn of Los Angeles City Hall made it clear that they received the eviction notice issued by Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. Whether they'll heed it is much less certain. More »Occupy LA deadline comes, many say they won't go
The protesters whose tents line the lawn of Los Angeles City Hall made it clear that they received the eviction notice issued by Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. Whether they'll heed it is much less certain.
- After centuries, Bethlehem church to get new roof AP - 6 hrs ago
Preparations for a long-needed renovation of the 1,500-year-old Church of the Nativity are moving ahead in Bethlehem, the town of Jesus' birth, in the face of political and religious conflicts that have kept one of Christendom's … More »After centuries, Bethlehem church to get new roof
- How much crazier can Black Friday get? AP - 9 hrs ago
Pepper-sprayed customers, smash-and-grab looters and bloody scenes in the shopping aisles. How did Black Friday devolve into this? More »How much crazier can Black Friday get?
- If you raise the price, they'll still come AP - 9 hrs ago
- Egypt's military ruler warns of grave consequences AP - 2 hrs 42 mins ago
- Pakistan buries troops amid fury over NATO strike Reuters - 1 hr 31 mins ago
PESHAWAR, Pakistan (Reuters) - Pakistan on Sunday buried 24 troops killed in a NATO cross-border air attack that has pushed a crisis in relations between the United States and an ally it needs to fight militancy toward rupture. The incident was the latest perceived provocation by the United States, which infuriated Pakistan's …
- Protests against military rule cloud Egypt election Reuters - 2 hrs 30 mins ago
CAIRO (Reuters) - Protesters gathered again in Cairo's Tahrir Square on Sunday to try to evict the generals who replaced Hosni Mubarak, in a trial of strength that has muddied the run-up to Egypt's first vote since a popular revolt deposed the former leader. The parliamentary election that begins on Monday is the first …
- Germany, France plan quick new Stability Pact: report Reuters - 1 hr 1 min ago
BERLIN (Reuters) - France and Germany are planning a quick new pact on budget discipline that might persuade the European Central Bank to ramp up its government bond purchases, Welt am Sonntag reported on Sunday. Echoing a Reuters report on Friday from Brussels, the Sunday newspaper said the French and German leaders were …
- FARC rebels execute 4 military hostages: Colombia Reuters - 2 hrs 3 mins ago
BOGOTA (Reuters) - Colombian FARC rebels executed four members of the security forces during a botched mission to free them from a decade as hostages, the most violent act by the group since troops killed its leader Alfonso Cano this month. The Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, which has a policy of killing hostages …
- Retailers look to keep Black Friday momentum going Reuters - 13 hrs ago
(Reuters) - U.S. retailers moved from the frenzied start of the holiday shopping season to the next phase on Saturday, hoping to avoid a drop after Black Friday and keep the momentum going during a fitful economic recovery. After featuring the usual deep discounts on Thanksgiving on Thursday and on Friday, retailers were …
- Russia's Putin accepts presidential nomination Reuters - 1 hr 33 mins ago
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Vladimir Putin accepted his ruling party's nomination on Sunday to return to Russia's presidency, while accusing foreigners of funding his political opponents in a reminder of the anti-Western rhetoric that characterized his years in power. Putin, president from 2000-2008 and now prime minister, is expected …
- U.N., EU call for calm on eve of Congo vote Reuters - 2 hrs 13 mins ago
KINSHASA (Reuters) - International organizations appealed for calm on the eve of a presidential election in Democratic Republic of Congo already tainted by deadly street clashes and a showdown between security forces and the main opposition candidate. The European Union and the United Nations called for restraint after …
- Arab states plan to cut commercial ties with Syria Reuters - 15 hrs ago
CAIRO (Reuters) - Arab states plan to cut commercial ties with President Bashar al-Assad's government and freeze its assets in response to violence in Syria, where activists said 42 civilians and soldiers died on Saturday. The sanctions, which would plunge Syria deeper into economic crisis and regional isolation, were drawn …
- Greece may miss 2012 selloff target due to EU crisis Reuters - 17 hrs ago
ATHENS (Reuters) - Greece may miss its target for privatization revenues next year because of the worsening economic climate in Europe, the head of the agency responsible for selling state assets said in an interview to be published on Sunday. Greece's repeated failure to meet budget targets including for privatization …
- NASA rover launched to seek out life clues on Mars Reuters - 2 hrs 22 mins ago
CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) - An unmanned Atlas 5 rocket blasted off from Florida on Saturday, launching a $2.5 billion nuclear-powered NASA rover toward Mars to look for clues on what could sustain life on the Red Planet. The 20-story-tall booster built by United Launch Alliance lifted off from its seaside launch …
- At least 21 killed, dozens hurt in north Yemen fighting Reuters - 2 hrs 34 mins ago
SANAA (Reuters) - At least 21 people have been killed and dozens wounded in northern Yemen, where Shi'ite Muslim rebels are attacking positions held by Sunni Islamist Salafi fighters with bursts of shelling, a spokesman for the Salafis said on Sunday. The shelling, which killed three people on Saturday, continued on Sunday …
- NASA rover launched to seek out life clues on Mars Reuters - 17 hrs ago
CAPE CANAVERAL, Florida (Reuters) - An unmanned Atlas 5 rocket blasted off from Florida on Saturday, launching a $2.5 billion nuclear-powered NASA rover toward Mars to look for clues on what could sustain life on the Red Planet. The 20-story-tall booster built by United Launch Alliance lifted off from its seaside launch …
- Egypt's ElBaradei turns up heat on ruling generals Reuters - 14 hrs ago
CAIRO (Reuters) - Presidential candidate Mohamed ElBaradei has offered to lead a government of national unity, raising the pressure on Egypt's ruling generals amid protests demanding an immediate end to army rule. Activists are calling on citizens to converge again in Cairo's Tahrir Square on Sunday, a day before the start …
- Yemen presidential election set for February 21 Reuters - 15 hrs ago
SANAA (Reuters) - Yemen's vice president called presidential elections for February 21 on Saturday under a deal aimed at ending months of protests against President Ali Abdullah Saleh that have brought the country to the edge of civil war. If the agreement goes according to plan, Saleh will become the fourth Arab ruler …
LONDON (AP) -- Gary Speed, who took over as Wales football coach just 11 monthsago after playing for his country a record 85 times, has died. He was 42. More »Wales football manager Gary Speed dies aged 42
LONDON (AP) -- Gary Speed, who took over as Wales football coach just 11 monthsago after playing for his country a record 85 times, has died. He was 42.