Court Deals a Blow to Columbia's Expansion Plans

Court Deals a Blow to Columbia's Expansion Plans


Court Deals a Blow to Columbia's Expansion Plans

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 12:43 PM PST

In a 3-to-2 decision, opponents of Columbia University won a big victory.


Germany extends Afghan mission

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 12:02 PM PST

Parliament extends mandate for soldiers serving in Afghanistan for one year.


Support the war, urges forces chief

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 12:44 PM PST

Declining public support may harm the UK's military mission in Afghanistan, the head of the armed forces warns.


Suicidal girl's ordeal revealed

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 03:23 AM PST

A mentally ill, suicidal teenager was ferried around for hours by an ambulance crew because no NHS unit would accept her, the BBC discovers.


NATO and Russia resolve dispute, will hold talks

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 11:41 AM PST

BRUSSELS (Reuters) - NATO and Russia have resolved a dispute which Moscow's envoy to the military alliance had said could affect prospects for increased cooperation on Afghanistan, Russian and NATO diplomats said on Thursday.


Live text - Europa League

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 11:28 AM PST

Fulham meet CSKA Sofia in the Europa League, with Roy Hodgson's men needing to win to boost their chances of reaching the last 32.


Deputy Attorney General Is Leaving

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 11:32 AM PST

The No. 2 official at the Justice Department says he is leaving to return to private practice.


Deaths in Iraq suicide attack

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 12:18 PM PST

Tikrit police commander and four of his bodyguards among the victims.


World Cup games to be shot in 3D

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 11:27 AM PST

The 2010 World Cup in South Africa will be filmed in 3D for the first time, football's governing body Fifa announces.


Cool find in hunt for exoplanets

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 11:26 AM PST

Astronomers have spotted what may prove to be the coolest planet outside our Solar System that has ever been seen directly.


Debt Crisis Tests Dubai’s Ruler

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 12:33 PM PST

Some analysts are wondering whether the leader of this city can rescue it from the excesses of his own ambition.


India Announces Plan to Slow Emissions

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 12:28 PM PST

India announced that it would curb the growth of greenhouse gas emissions by 2020.


Guinea activist 'must be freed'

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 11:16 AM PST

Human Rights Watch calls on Guinea's military rulers to charge or free rights activist Mouctar Diallo.


Annual Forum Highlights Putin’s Grip on Power

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 11:51 AM PST

At a public question and answer session that showcased his status as Russia's dominant leader, Prime Minister Vladimir V. Putin said that he would consider a run for president.


Pompey fail to pay players' wages

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 10:33 AM PST

Portsmouth confirm some of their players have not received their November salaries, the second time this season they have not been paid on time.


Nato 'to boost Afghan deployment'

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 11:10 AM PST

More than 20 countries plan to send more troops to Afghanistan following a US decision to boost its deployment, Nato officials say.


Beckham pledges 2018 bid effort

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 05:59 AM PST

David Beckham says he will do everything in his power for England's bid to host the 2018 World Cup.


Nations await 2010 World Cup draw

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 06:40 AM PST

England are among 32 teams eagerly awaiting Friday's draw for the 2010 World Cup finals in South Africa.


US disappointed by Zelaya rebuff

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 10:49 AM PST

The US says it is disappointed by Honduras's decision not to reinstate President Zelaya for his remaining two months in office.


Pakistan Is Crucial to Afghanistan Plan, Lawmakers Say

Posted: 03 Dec 2009 09:23 AM PST

Administration officials testifying before a Senate panel on Thursday were asked about the strategy for the rugged border region.