Prominent journalist gunned down in Russia's south (AP)

Prominent journalist gunned down in Russia's south (AP)

Prominent journalist gunned down in Russia's south (AP)

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 10:52 PM PST

AP - The founder of a leading independent weekly publication critical of authorities in the restive province of Dagestan in Russia's North Caucasus has been shot dead outside the newspaper's office, police said Friday.


ICC prosecutor: Concerns over Gaddafi's death

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 10:38 PM PST

Moreno-Ocampo seeks answers over former Libyan leader's death, saying circumstances "create suspicions of war crimes".


Siemens Digs Deeper into Distributed Power

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 10:00 PM PST

Siemens, the German industrial giant, is partnering with , MA-based Eastern Wind Power on a pilot project exploring several small to micro-scale power generation systems. The pilot project will take place over the course of about six months at Martha?s Vineyard Airport in Edgartown, Mass. ?This is an extremely fast moving business segment, and our ...


The Male Lead as Entrepreneurs May Be Slipping

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 09:55 PM PST

I often get asked the age-old question (by men) of "Who are the best entrepreneurs, men or women?" Women already believe they know the answer, so they never ask. I always try the diplomatic answer of "It depends", but that doesn't satisfy anybody. First, here are a few facts to set the stage. According to ...


The Influence-Peddling Corporate "Person" Remains Stubbornly Male

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 09:43 PM PST

Every year for the past six years, Catalyst Consulting has been delivering bad news to women about their gender?s representation in positions of power within the Fortune 500. This year?s report ? 2011 Catalyst Census: Fortune 500 Women Board Directors, Executive Officers and Top Earners ? is cause for particular alarm in the wake of ...


Home Care Workers and the Minimum Wage Controversy

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 09:30 PM PST

The law has changed today, ending the controversy about paying home care workers less than minimum wage. We need these workers to keep our aging loved ones safe at home. Now we have a better chance of finding and keeping good workers and the workers have a better chance to support themselves.


Christopher Hitchens dead at 62

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 10:29 PM PST

Controversial author and journalist loses fight against throat cancer.


'Indefinite detention' bill passed by Senate

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 10:00 PM PST

US Senate approves controversial defence bill including measures to see terror suspects handed over to US military.


Newspaper founder killed in Russia's Dagestan (Reuters)

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 10:00 PM PST

Reuters - The founder of a newspaper that investigated government corruption was shot dead in Russia's North Caucasus region, in what an international watchdog called "a lethal blow to press freedom."


Japan set to declare nuclear plant stable (AP)

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 09:39 PM PST

AP - Japan's government was to declare Friday that the tsunami-devastated Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear power plant had finally achieved a "cold shutdown," meaning it has stabilized and is no longer leaking substantial amounts of radiation.


Newspaper founder killed in Russia's Dagestan

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 10:00 PM PST

MAKHACHKALA, Russia (Reuters) - The founder of a newspaper that investigated government corruption was shot dead in Russia's North Caucasus region, in what an international watchdog called "a lethal blow to press freedom."

Chris Paul Trade: In the End, David Stern Did What Was Best for Hornets

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 09:18 PM PST

By Brian Mazique, Bleacher Report I hated David Stern?s meddling in the Chris Paul trade scenarios, but things turned out well for the Hornets. Still, he could have deflected criticism with better communication. The statement he released didn?t appeal to fans at all. Stern shunned the Lakers and Clippers initially, only to finally say yes ...


Ron Paul and Michele Bachmann Square Off Over a Nuclear Iran

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 08:55 PM PST

Thursday?s Fox News debate in Iowa came to a head when Ron Paul and Michele Bachmann clashed heatedly over foreign policy. The segment came after Fox News host Bret Baier tried repeatedly to trip up congressman Paul with hypothetical questions on intelligence of a fully nuclear Iran. Ron Paul?s clear and compelling case against a ...


Army says coup memo attempt to hurt Pakistan: reports (Reuters)

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 09:12 PM PST

Reuters - Pakistan's army chief has said a memo accusing the military of plotting a coup, which could damage the unpopular president and led to the resignation of Islamabad's ambassador to Washington, was an attempt to hurt national security, newspapers said.


Romanians write long letter to Santa (AP)

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 09:06 PM PST

AP - These days, Santa Claus could well feel nostalgic about the time when Romania was a Communist country and its governments frowned upon Christmas.


Guatemalans hunker down against rising violence (AP)

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 09:09 PM PST

In this picture taken on Tuesday Feb. 22, 2011, police officers remove an intoxicated man from a crime scene where he was without being part of the incident in Guatemala City. Guatemala City is a place where people live in fear. Dire poverty, gang violence and drug trafficking, and the failure of the government to provide a safety net, have contributed to the creation of a society where people isolate themselves from each other and make sure others keep their distance and where many seek solace in religion.(AP Photo/Rodrigo Abd)AP - Guatemala City is a place where people live in fear.

Beijing tightens controls over popular microblogs (Reuters)

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 10:34 PM PST

Reuters - The Beijing city government said on Friday it would tighten control over popular microblogs that have vexed authorities with their rapid dissemination of news, giving users three months to register with their real names or face legal consequences.


Canada Wheat Board bill becomes law, Ottawa takes (Reuters)

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 08:55 PM PST

Reuters - The Canadian Parliament gave final approval on Thursday to a government bill to end the Canadian Wheat Board's 68-year-old grain marketing monopoly, allowing the government to take control of the board from farmers who oppose its plans.


Army says coup memo attempt to hurt Pakistan: reports

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 09:12 PM PST

ISLAMABAD (Reuters) - Pakistan's army chief has said a memo accusing the military of plotting a coup, which could damage the unpopular president and led to the resignation of Islamabad's ambassador to Washington, was an attempt to hurt national security, newspapers said.

VIDEO: K-pop singer 'honoured' by MTV

Posted: 15 Dec 2011 09:01 PM PST

CL from the South Korean pop band 2NE1, who are receiving global attention after being voted "New Band of the Year" by MTV viewers in New York, speaks to the BBC.


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