US gun show sells 'without check'

US gun show sells 'without check'


US gun show sells 'without check'

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:57 PM PST

Undercover New York investigators bought pistols from an Arizona gun fair without undergoing a background check, Mayor Michael Bloomberg said.


Egypt needs 'orderly transition'

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:58 PM PST

The EU calls for an "orderly transition" to a broad-based government in Egypt, in response to protests against President Mubarak.


US envoy in Cairo for talks

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:42 PM PST

State department spokesman says ex-ambassador to Egypt is in capital to reinforce US message to Mubarak's government.


US toughens sanctions on Belarus

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:49 PM PST

The US joins the EU in widening its sanctions on Belarus leaders, following a crackdown on dissent after December's election.


Federal Judge Rules Health Law Violates Constitution

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 01:06 PM PST

A federal judge said the insurance mandate in the health care law made the whole law unconstitutional, going farther than a judge in Virginia had. The ruling was stayed pending appeal.


EU, U.S. Clamp Down on Belarus President

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:46 PM PST

The European Union and U.S. Monday banned travel and froze assets for Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko and 155 of his associates, in response to human-rights abuses following December's election.


Torres set for talks with Chelsea

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 11:49 AM PST

Liverpool give permission for striker Fernando Torres to hold talks with Chelsea after the clubs agree a transfer fee.


Many 7/7 injuries 'unsurvivable'

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:21 PM PST

Most 7/7 victims who were not killed instantly, but later died, would probably not have lived even with medical treatment, inquests have been told.


U.K. Delays Bribery Law

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:29 PM PST

The U.K. has delayed implementation of a new antibribery law after businesses voiced concerns over the rules' clarity, specifically which companies would be affected and which actions could be interpreted as bribery.


Egypt army rules out using force

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:33 PM PST

Egypt's army vows it will not use force against demonstrators, as the government says it is preparing to open talks with the opposition.


Jordan protests pressure king, but respect for monarchy remains

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 11:47 AM PST

AMMAN, JORDAN - Tarek al-Masri, a Jordanian lawyer who studied in Egypt, has been closely following the upheaval there with mixed emotions: happy that the Egyptians have finally risen up against an oppressive ruler but worried about a power vacuum in the streets.


U.N. told North Korea has more secret atomic sites: envoys

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:22 PM PST

UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - A U.N. Security Council committee has been told that North Korea, which has exploded two nuclear devices, may have additional secret atomic facilities, council diplomats said on Monday.


UK set for high end climate costs

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:06 PM PST

The UK is likely to feel bigger costs from climate change than most other EU countries, a report concludes - mainly due to projected sea level rise.


Regulators Tighten Scrutiny of Baby Sleep Products

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:59 PM PST

The Consumer Products Safety Commission has begun a crackdown on an extensive line of products.


Chrysler Reports $199 Million Loss for Quarter

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 11:23 AM PST

The carmaker pledged to return to profitability this year on the strength of new products.


Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood: A force to be feared?

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 11:21 AM PST

The scenes in Egypt have been dramatic, as thousands turn out onto the streets demanding that President Hosni Mubarak resign after 30 years in power.


Unrest in North Africa and Middle East may spread to Syria

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 11:37 AM PST

What began as a popular uprising that toppled the Tunisian government before spreading into Algeria, Jordan, Yemen, Sudan and, of course, Egypt, may now be headed for Syria.


Peers reach deal on AV vote bill

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:35 PM PST

Peers reach a deal to end the deadlock over plans for a referendum on the Westminster voting system.


Cowen will not stand in election

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 12:18 PM PST

Irish Prime Minister Brian Cowen says he will not contest the upcoming general election.


Hundreds Protest Against Putin

Posted: 31 Jan 2011 11:12 AM PST

About 500 people demonstrated in a central Moscow square on Monday to demand the ouster of Prime Minister Vladimir Putin and his "rule of thieves," with some protesters comparing Russia's leader with Egypt's embattled president.


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