Israel attacks Hamas media operations in Gaza

Israel attacks Hamas media operations in Gaza

Israel attacks Hamas media operations in Gaza

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 10:20 PM PST

Smoke rises during an explosion from an Israeli forces strike in Gaza City, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2012. Israel bombarded the Hamas-ruled Gaza Strip with nearly 200 airstrikes early Saturday, the military said, widening a blistering assault on Gaza rocket operations by militants to include the prime minister's headquarters, a police compound and a vast network of smuggling tunnels. (AP Photo/Hatem Moussa)The Israeli military widened its range of targets in the Gaza Strip on Sunday to include the media operations of the Palestinian territory's Hamas rulers, sending its aircraft to attack two buildings used by both Hamas and foreign media outlets.

ASEAN Summit kicks off in Cambodia

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 10:24 PM PST

Southeast regional leaders to discuss territorial disputes in the South China Sea, Myanmar and human rights.


Another US Marine arrested in Okinawa

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 09:47 PM PST

Japanese police have arrested a U.S. Marine on suspicion of trespassing on the southern island of Okinawa amid anger over military crimes and demands for stricter regulations for U.S. troops.


Japan opposition LDP keeps lead before vote: poll

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 09:05 PM PST

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan's opposition Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) maintained its lead over the ruling party, a public opinion poll showed on Sunday, strengthening its case to reclaim control of the government in a December election after a three-year absence. Of those surveyed, 26 percent said they would vote for the LDP in a lower house election scheduled for December 16, while 13 percent said they would vote for the ruling Democratic party of Japan (DPJ), according to a Yomiuri newspaper poll taken on November 16-17. ...


Fire forces evacuation of high-rise in Dubai

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 09:36 PM PST

Flames engulf a portion of Tamweel residential tower at Jumeirah Lakes Towers, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Sunday, Nov. 18, 2012. Civil defense officials did not give immediate details on possible casualties or the cause of the predawn fire. (AP Photo/Kaveh Kashani)Rescue crews in Dubai have evacuated a 34-story residential tower after a fire gutted portions of the building. There was no immediate word on casualties.

Israel pounds Gaza Strip from air and sea

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 10:45 PM PST

Security building and media centres among targets hit as Israel keeps up bombardment for fifth straight day.


Lull in Gaza rocket fire, Israel keeps up strikes

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 09:05 PM PST

Rocket fire from the Hamas-run Gaza Strip has subsided as cease-fire efforts appear to be gaining momentum.


Southeast Asia to adopt human rights declaration

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 09:27 PM PST

Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Sen delivers his opening remarks for the 21st Association of Southeast Asian Nations, or ASEAN, Summit in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Sunday, Nov. 18, 2012. (AP Photo/Vincent Thian)Diplomats say Southeast Asian leaders have decided to launch a human rights declaration despite last-minute calls for a postponement by critics, including Washington, who say the pact contains loopholes that can allow atrocities to continue.

Japan opposition LDP keeps lead before vote: poll

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 09:05 PM PST

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan's opposition Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) maintained its lead over the ruling party, a public opinion poll showed on Sunday, strengthening its case to reclaim control of the government in a December election after a three-year absence.

VIDEO: Israel-Gaza: Arab League meeting

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 08:38 PM PST

In diplomatic efforts to end the Israel-Gaza violence, Arab League ministers have been meeting in Cairo, where they've backed Egyptian efforts to secure a ceasefire.


VIDEO: Israel-Gaza: Arab League meeting

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 08:38 PM PST

In diplomatic efforts to end the Israel-Gaza violence, Arab League ministers have been meeting in Cairo, where they've backed Egyptian efforts to secure a ceasefire.


Michigan Ross MBAs Find Faith in Ford and Win $5,000

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 03:03 PM PST

Ross MBAs Win $5,000 -- photo by Kai Petainen When 11 schools pitch Ford's stock, what price target do they get? Many years ago a gentleman walked into the lab that I manage, and asked for my opinion on Ford (NYSE:F).  Turns out, he was a high level director at Ford.  In [...]


6 Right Times to Be a Ready-Fire-Aim Entrepreneur

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 02:58 PM PST

Image via Tumblr.com I know entrepreneurs who have suffered from the dreaded premature execution syndrome often associated with the ready-fire-aim approach. Yet I believe that many more have benefited from this approach, especially in early startup stages. If your product is highly innovative, and speed to market is critical, you won't [...]


10 Things You Should Never Say To Your Boss

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 02:55 PM PST

Oops! I love the things Jenna Goudreau said in last week's article about the 10 Worst Communication Mistakes for your career – particularly her notes about what it takes to be viewed as a leader. As Jenna notes, it requires "executive presence," which includes having gravitas, excellent communication skills and a [...]


Syrian rebels 'seize airport near Iraq'

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 07:36 PM PST

Syrian rebels claim to have captured an airport used as a military base in Deir al-Zor province near Iraqi border.


Well-equipped rebels advance in eastern Congo: U.N.

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 07:07 PM PST

KINSHASA/UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - U.N. attack helicopters hit rebel positions in eastern Congo on Saturday after insurgents equipped with sophisticated night-vision equipment and mortars gained ground in heavy clashes with government troops and took control of a town, the U.N. said. The clashes to the south of the town Kibumba meant the rebels have advanced to within 30 km (18 miles) of Goma, the closest they have been to North Kivu's provincial capital since a rebellion exploded in the eastern provinces eight months ago. ...


VIDEO: German surface mines expanding

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 07:07 PM PST

One of Germany's biggest power companies is now producing 12% more electricity from coal than in 2011.


VIDEO: Kurds clash with Turkish police

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 07:01 PM PST

Demonstrators clash with police in a Kurdish-majority area of south-east Turkey.


VIDEO: Echidna study unlocks mating habits

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 07:13 PM PST

Scientists in Australia have unlocked the breeding habits of a small animal called the echidna, opening the way for them to save a range of endangered mammals in the wild.


Obama embarks on post-election trip to Asia

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 07:54 PM PST

In addition to stops in Thailand and Cambodia, US president will make a historic visit to Myanmar to push for reforms.


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Protests in French cities against plans to legalize gay marriage

Protests in French cities against plans to legalize gay marriage

Protests in French cities against plans to legalize gay marriage

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 01:09 PM PST

PARIS (Reuters) - Tens of thousands of people, joined by Catholic church leaders, marched in cities across France on Saturday to protest against government plans to legalize same-sex marriage.

News Analysis: Middle East Challenges Obama’s ‘Light Footprint’

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 01:04 PM PST

The eruptions in the Middle East have posed perhaps the severest, most direct challenge yet to President Obama's signature foreign policy innovation.


Lawsuit Filed to Contest California Sex Offender Law

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 12:57 PM PST

Under a new law passed by voters in California, sex offenders must inform the authorities of their e-mail addresses, user names and other Internet handles.


Bal K. Thackeray, Leader of Right-Wing Indian Party, Dies at 86

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 11:17 AM PST

Mr. Thackeray was a newspaper cartoonist who became a powerful influence in Mumbai by stoking the grievances of the native population and Hindus against outsiders.


Dozens Killed in School Bus Crash in Egypt

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 11:36 AM PST

A train slammed into a school bus as it crossed tracks in a town south of Cairo, dragging the bus at least a half-mile, a witness said. All but two of the 50 dead were children.


Advisers resign from body drafting Egypt constitution: agency

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 12:44 PM PST

CAIRO (Reuters) - A group of technical advisers helping to write Egypt's new constitution resigned on Saturday, saying they would draw up a draft of their own because their voices were not being heard, state news agency MENA said.

Ron Barber, Former Aide to Gabrielle Giffords, Wins House Seat

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 12:41 PM PST

The former chief of staff to Gabrielle Giffords, Ron Barber, had enough votes on Saturday to win the race for Arizona's Second Congressional District.


Iraqi Kurdish leader says region will defend itself

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 12:26 PM PST

ARBIL, Iraq (Reuters) - Iraqi Kurdish President Masoud Barzani said on Saturday the region was fully prepared to defend itself, after a skirmish between Iraqi forces and Kurdish troops along their disputed internal border.

Susan E. Rice Caught Up in Furor Over Benghazi

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 12:36 PM PST

Susan E. Rice, a blunt diplomat said to be a favored candidate for secretary of state, finds herself a bystander caught in the middle of a firestorm over the Benghazi attack.


Norwich 1-0 Man Utd

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 11:59 AM PST

Anthony Pilkington's second-half header for Norwich stuns Manchester United, who slip off the top of the table.


Unstoppable Vettel on Austin pole

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 11:07 AM PST

Sebastian Vettel wins a battle with Lewis Hamilton to take pole position for the United States Grand Prix.


In Myanmar, Obama Will See Land That Shaped His Grandfather

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 11:56 AM PST

The president's Kenyan grandfather, Hussein Onyango Obama, spent part of World War II in what was then called Burma as a cook for a British Army captain.


Militant leader Ocalan calls for end to Turkey hunger strike

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 12:22 PM PST

DIYARBAKIR, Turkey (Reuters) - Jailed Kurdish militant leader Abdullah Ocalan has called for an end to a hunger strike by hundreds of his supporters in prisons across Turkey, according to a statement issued by his brother on Saturday.

Sierra Leoneans vote amid hopes of minerals boom

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 11:56 AM PST

FREETOWN (Reuters) - Sierra Leoneans thronged polling stations on Saturday to vote in a close-fought election they hope can rebrand their poor, war-scarred West African state as an emerging democracy with the potential for fast growth from mining and oil.

Polish deputy PM to resign after losing party election

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 11:34 AM PST

WARSAW (Reuters) - Poland's Deputy Prime Minister Waldemar Pawlak said he would resign from the government after unexpectedly losing a battle for the leadership of the junior coalition partner on Saturday, but there was no threat to the stability of the coalition.

Mexico ex-mayor beaten to death

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 11:37 AM PST

Maria Santos Gorrostieta, who had survived two attacks while she was mayor of a Mexican town, is found beaten to death days after going missing.


Monti repeats Italy does not need euro zone aid

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 11:29 AM PST

MILAN (Reuters) - Prime Minister Mario Monti rejected suggestions on Saturday that Italy should seek aid from its euro zone partners to bind a new government to strict reform conditions after elections likely to be held in March.

Analysis: Roots of Gaza crisis in crossed red lines

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 11:13 AM PST

TEL AVIV/GAZA (Reuters) - Gaza's Hamas movement wanted a showdown with Israel because its leaders are high on something called the Arab Spring and competing to become martyrs to the Palestinian cause.

Kurdish militant leader Ocalan calls for end to hunger strike: brother

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 11:03 AM PST

ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Jailed Kurdish militant leader Abdullah Ocalan has called for an end to a hunger strike by hundreds of his supporters in prisons across Turkey, according to a statement issued by his brother on Saturday.

Latin America pledges support for Iberia, warns on austerity

Posted: 17 Nov 2012 10:35 AM PST

CADIZ, Spain (Reuters) - Latin America on Saturday pledged investment opportunities for recession-hit Spanish and Portuguese companies but warned its former colonial masters drastic cost cutting would only deepen their misery.
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