King Abdullah II of Jordan Visits West Bank to Show Support for U.N. Vote

King Abdullah II of Jordan Visits West Bank to Show Support for U.N. Vote

King Abdullah II of Jordan Visits West Bank to Show Support for U.N. Vote

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 01:14 PM PST

The king's arrival, coming three weeks after violent protests in Jordan over gas price increases, signaled an effort to maintain balance and stability in a region in turmoil.

Bloomberg Announces Plans to Protect New York From Natural Disasters

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 12:25 PM PST

New York will expand its evacuation zones, revise building codes and look for ways to better protect critical infrastructure, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg said in a speech Thursday.

Afghan Spy Chief Wounded in Assassination Attempt, Officials Say

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 11:43 AM PST

The chief of Afghanistan's intelligence service, Asadullah Khalid, survived an attack by a suicide bomber in Kabul on Thursday, Afghan officials said.

Jim Letten, New Orleans U.S. Attorney, Resigns

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 10:39 AM PST

A United States attorney known for taking on corruption is resigning amid reveltations that senior prosecutors in his office had been anonymously commenting online about active cases.

Russian fury at 'absurd' US law

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 01:12 PM PST

Russia denounces an "absurd" trade bill passed by the US Congress that will also penalise Russian officials linked to human rights violations.

US piracy accused to pay £20,000

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 01:05 PM PST

A British student accused of breaking copyright laws is ordered to pay £20,000 by a judge in New York.

Steven A. Cohen Is Absent at Art Basel Miami Beach

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 01:12 PM PST

Steven A. Cohen, the billionaire founder of SAC Capital Advisors and owner of a rich trove of art, is a regular at Art Basel Miami Beach. But he's absent this year.

Eased travel to Cuba not without hurdles

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 12:57 PM PST

Louis and Bonnie Waterer are spending their retirement filling up their passports, one stamp at a time.

Defected sushi chef: Kim Jong Eun's secret birthday is Jan. 8, 1983

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 11:52 AM PST

A Japanese sushi chef who goes by the pseudonym of Kenji Fujimoto, and who prepared meals for North Korean leader Kim Jong Il from the late 1980s through his 2001 flight from Pyongyang, has revealed what he says is new leader Kim Jong Eun's actual birthday.

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Russia fumes as U.S. Senate passes Magnitsky law aimed at human rights

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 11:52 AM PST

MOSCOW — The U.S. Senate on Thursday repealed a trade sanction imposed 38 years ago to force the Soviet Union to allow Jews and other religious minorities to emigrate, replacing it with a modern day punishment for human rights abuse that has enraged Russian officials.

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Morsi calls for Egypt dialogue

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 01:11 PM PST

The Egyptian President Mohammed Morsi calls for the political crisis sparked by recent government decisions to be solved through dialogue.

Morsi offers few concessions amid unrest

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 01:06 PM PST

In televised address, Egyptian president calls for dialogue, but refuses to delay December 15 constitutional referendum.

Greek police clash with youths over 2008 shooting

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 12:25 PM PST

ATHENS (Reuters) - Greek police fired tear gas at youths hurling petrol bombs and stones in Athens on Thursday after a peaceful march to mark the 2008 police killing of a teenager that sparked the country's worst riots in decades.

Obama’s Tax Plan Would Spare Many Affluent Families

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 12:53 PM PST

A large majority of families making up to $300,000 – and hundreds of thousands of families making even more – would not pay taxes at a higher marginal rate.

Apparel factory fire reveals big brands' shadowy supply chains

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 11:46 AM PST

DHAKA (Reuters) - Sweating and trembling as he fielded questions about last month's killer fire at one of his factories in Bangladesh, Delwar Hossain insisted he had no idea the workshop was making clothes for Wal-Mart Stores Inc when it went up in flames.

Compton praises 'amazing' Cook

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 06:00 AM PST

England's Nick Compton says he had the "best seat in the house" to watch Alastair Cook's record-breaking 23rd century.

Udinese 0-1 Liverpool

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 12:28 PM PST

Jordan Henderson scores his first European goal as Liverpool beat Udinese to reach the Europa League knockout stage.

Wider Chaos Feared as Syrian Rebels and Kurds Clash

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 12:40 PM PST

The Kurdish militias have joined the fighting and are seeking their autonomy, raising concerns of ethnic fighting and balkanization if the government falls.

Chef offers new tidbit on North Korean leader

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 11:14 AM PST

TOKYO — The former sushi chef to North Korean leader Kim Jong Il has revealed a secret from the reclusive nuclear-armed nation's inner sanctum: the exact age of the late leader's son and heir, Kim Jong Eun.

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Spotify deal ends Metallica feud

Posted: 06 Dec 2012 11:21 AM PST

Metallica announces its entire catalogue is to be made available on music streaming service Spotify, ending a long feud with Napster co-founder and Spotify investor Sean Parker.

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