US rejects Russia shield concerns

US rejects Russia shield concerns


US rejects Russia shield concerns

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 12:57 PM PST

The US rejects fresh concerns raised by Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin about its planned missile defence system.


Afghan soldier kills US serviceman

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 12:32 PM PST

Motive for shooting during operation, in which two Italians were injured, unclear.


State Senators Criticize Hiram Monserrate

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 12:42 PM PST

A report's harsh findings suggested that a committee was laying the groundwork for a stiff punishment for Hiram Monserrate, who was convicted of misdemeanor assault.


Mets and Bay Agree on a Contract

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 12:35 PM PST

The Mets have reached a contract agreement with Jason Bay, who would give the team a power-hitting left fielder who may find Citi Field's large dimensions a little daunting.


Afghans Announce Spring Election

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 12:39 PM PST

The consensus on parliamentary elections came over the objections of international organizations who fear a repeat of the summer's fraud-tainted presidential vote.


U.S. Turns to Strained Yemeni Leader

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 12:36 PM PST

As Washington steps up its fight against al Qaeda in Yemen, the U.S. is counting on a partner, Yemeni President Ali Abdullah Saleh, who is struggling with two rebellious provinces and a weakening of his influence over Islamists.


Posts Reveal Lonely, Devout Man

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 12:15 PM PST

Messages on an online forum that appear to have been posted by the Nigerian accused of trying to bomb a U.S. airliner reveal a lonely, devout young man -- but one who, by his own admission, indulged in "jihad fantasies."


Debt Crisis to Test Europe in 2010

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 12:29 PM PST

The European Commission said public finances in half of the 16 euro-zone nations are at high risk of becoming unsustainable after two years of crashing banking systems and economic recession.


Ordinary Ratings for Diane Sawyer's Evening Start

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 12:33 PM PST

On Diane Sawyer's first week as an evening news anchor, her "World News" on ABC remained firmly in second place among the broadcast networks, roughly 800,000 viewers behind the "NBC Nightly News," according to The Nielsen Company.


Over Objections, Afghans Announce Spring Election

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 11:16 AM PST

The consensus on parliamentary elections came over the objections of international organizations who fear a repeat of the summer's fraud-tainted presidential vote.


Emerging Markets Keep Soaring Past Their Doubters

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 12:31 PM PST

Staggering gains this decade in Brazil, Russia, China, India and other developing nations have left even some bulls wondering if the good times can last.


Putin Sounds Warning on Arms Talks

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 11:19 AM PST

Prime Minister Vladimir V. Putin said on Tuesday that the main obstacle to replacing START is Washington's plan to build a missile defense system.


A Bitter Holiday for Pedicabs

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 11:06 AM PST

The economic crisis, a series of wet weekends and new regulations have created a perfect storm of misery in New York's pedicab industry, which depends on the holidays to get through the slow winter months.


Dead British soldier named by MoD

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 12:04 PM PST

A soldier killed in an explosion in Afghanistan on Monday is named as Rifleman Aidan Howell, from 3rd Battalion, The Rifles.


China Details Missing Billions

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 10:58 AM PST

In a report that underscores the depth of official corruption in China, auditors discovered that $34.3 billion disappeared from public funds in the first 11 months of this year, state media reported.


Live - Tuesday football

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 10:59 AM PST

Aston Villa entertain Liverpool and Bolton face Hull on another crucial night of Premier League action.


Israeli Court Rules Against Segregated Road

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 11:24 AM PST

A highway running through the West Bank can no longer be closed to most Palestinian traffic, the court ruled.


Israel 'must open West Bank road'

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 10:35 AM PST

Israel's Supreme Court orders the military to stop blocking Palestinians from using a highway that runs through the West Bank.


Is Google's Nexus One Phone Landing Next Week?

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 10:37 AM PST

Google invites reporters to an Android event next week, raising expectations that it will unveil the Nexus One phone.


Realistic Resolutions From Dr. Oz

Posted: 29 Dec 2009 10:51 AM PST

Mehmet Oz shares his ideas for simple and practical New Year's resolutions you can keep.


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