Syria crisis set to dominate G8 summit

Syria crisis set to dominate G8 summit


Syria crisis set to dominate G8 summit

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 10:45 PM PDT

Leaders of wealthiest nations gather in Northern Ireland amid growing tension between US and Russia over Syria.

Al-Qaeda confirms death of leader in Mali

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 10:52 PM PDT

North African outfit confirms death of Abou Zeid, three months after France announced he had been killed in fighting.

AP PHOTOS: Chilean torture center becomes shelter

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 10:47 PM PDT

In this May 24, 2013 photo, Ana Luisa Villarroel, 78, center right, waits in line to be one of the first to enter the homeless shelter at the indoor stadium Estadio Victor Jara in Santiago, Chile. This is her first night at the shelter after she left what she described as an abusive situation at her family's home. This emblematic stadium, which hosts sporting events throughout the year, was where Chilean folk singer Victor Jara was tortured and killed on Sept. 14, 1973, just days after the military coup. SANTIAGO, Chile (AP) — Just days after Chile's bloody 1973 military coup, popular songwriter and theater director Victor Jara was dragged down to the basement of an indoor stadium that had been converted into a detention and torture center.


UK's Cameron rallies world leaders to NIreland

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 10:26 PM PDT

ENNISKILLEN, Northern Ireland (AP) — British Prime Minister David Cameron says leaders gathering for the G-8 summit in Northern Ireland should reach speedy agreement on trade and tax reforms — and draw inspiration from the host country's ability to resolve its own stubborn conflict.

Oil falls toward $97 ahead of Fed meeting

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 10:42 PM PDT

BANGKOK (AP) — Oil prices fell Monday as traders refrained from big moves ahead of a critical meeting of U.S. central bank policymakers later in the week.

Turkey strike called over crackdown

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 10:20 PM PDT

Unions call for nationwide strike on Monday, as clashes continue after police cleared Istanbul park of protesters.

Cadillac Racing: Where Luxury Meets Motorsports

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 10:06 PM PDT

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5 Transitions Great Leaders Make That Average Leaders Don't

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 10:01 PM PDT

The secret to leadership is there aren't any real secrets. The best leaders have simply gone to school on improving their tradecraft. While the capabilities possessed by the best leaders might seem otherworldly to many, they are merely the outcome of hard work, experience, perspective, and yes, a bit of luck. The best leaders have just learned to make certain transitions that less effective leaders curiously remain blind to.

Ballard Rolls Out 'New' Backup Fuel Cell Product for Telecom

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 09:38 PM PDT

Ballard Power Systems, Canada's leading fuel cell technology company, is rolling out the ElectraGen-ME backup power system at this week's Hydrogen + Fuel Cells Conference 2013 in Vancouver, Canada.

Saudi king congratulates Rohani on Iran election win

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 09:27 PM PDT

DUBAI (Reuters) - King Abdullah of Saudi Arabia congratulated moderate cleric Hassan Rohani on winning Iran's presidential election, hailing what he described as Rohani's wish to improve relations between the two countries, rivals for influence in the oil-rich Gulf. Ties between world No. 1 oil exporter Saudi Arabia and regional competitor Iran are tense over many issues, notably the war in Syria, where they back rival combatants, political unrest in Bahrain, and a dispute over Iran's pursuit of nuclear power. ...

The Evolving Role Of ER Doctors And Emergency Departments In Delivery Of Health Care

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 09:37 PM PDT

Emergency physicians are important decision makers for roughly half of all hospital admissions, underscoring the key role they can play in reducing health care costs, according to a recent study by the RAND Corporation, a nonprofit non governmental organization. Based on recent data from the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), hospital admissions from the emergency department (ED) increased by 17 percent from 2003-2009.

VIDEO: N Korea proposes US high-level talks

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 07:17 PM PDT

North Korea has proposed high-level talks with the US days after cancelling a meeting with South Korean officials.

VIDEO: Missing for more than 30 years

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 08:44 PM PDT

Babita Sharma went to Gosport in the south of England to meet Sharon Lee, whose daughter Katrice has been missing for more than thirty years.

Iranians count on president-elect Rohani to bring change

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 09:28 PM PDT

DUBAI (Reuters) - Iranian president-elect Hassan Rohani, who won a landslide victory promising better relations abroad and more freedom at home, on Sunday paid his first visit since the vote to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who will ultimately decide the pace of any change.

A War on Sis? In California, Single Women Will Also Face A Doubling of Health Insurance Premiums Due To Obamacare

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 09:01 PM PDT

In 2014, Obamacare's blizzard of regulations and mandates will transform the U.S. market for health insurance, among people who buy coverage for themselves. Of increasing concern is the phenomenon of "rate shock," whereby many Americans face substantial increases in their health insurance premiums. Much of the debate has focused on young men, the "bros" who will bear the brunt of Obamacare's rate hikes. But in California, women and men will see equally high jumps in the underlying cost of individual-market premiums.

VIDEO: Missing for more than 30 years

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 08:44 PM PDT

Babita Sharma went to Gosport in the south of England to meet Sharon Lee, whose daughter Katrice has been missing for more than thirty years.

Chinese activist says he's being forced out by NYU

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 09:42 PM PDT

FILE - In this May 31, 2012 file photo, Chen Guangcheng speaks at the Council on Foreign Relations in New York. Chen, a Chinese dissident who was allowed to travel to the U.S. after escaping from house arrest said in a statement Monday, June 17, 2013, that New York University is forcing him and his family to leave at the end of this month because of pressure from the Chinese government. NYU rejected Chen's allegations about Beijing's influence on his fellowship at the university. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig, File)BEIJING (AP) — Chinese dissident Chen Guangcheng, who was allowed to travel to the U.S. after escaping from house arrest, said Monday that New York University is forcing him and his family to leave at the end of this month because of pressure from the Chinese government. The university denied Chen's allegations.


Indonesian parliament could pave way Monday for fuel price hikes

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 08:13 PM PDT

A petrol station attendant fills fuel into her customer's car at a petrol station in JakartaBy Kanupriya Kapoor and Jonathan Thatcher JAKARTA (Reuters) - Indonesia's parliament could pass measures on Monday paving the way for a 33 percent rise in the country's fuel prices to reduce a government subsidy bill that has cast a shadow over Southeast Asia's biggest economy. If passed, the measures could also restore some confidence in the struggling rupiah after the central bank scrambled last week to prop up the currency as it was caught in an emerging market selloff. Jakarta shares and the rupiah were steady in early trading. ...


Holy Knockout, Batman! A Hands-On Look At 'Batman: Arkham Origins'

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 08:50 PM PDT

With more gadgets than the Inspector and more moves than Jagger, Batman the comic book character has translated brilliantly into Batman the videogame character. The 2009 game, Batman: Arkham Asylum (which sold 4.3 million units), and its 2011 sequel, Batman: Arkham City (which sold over 6 million units) have proved that developer Rocksteady Studios' take on Batman is a popular success. From my demo at E3, it looks that if the upcoming game, Batman: Arkham Origins, will provide even more bat-adventure.

Indonesian parliament could pave way Monday for fuel price hikes

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 08:13 PM PDT

JAKARTA (Reuters) - Indonesia's parliament could pass measures on Monday paving the way for a 33 percent rise in the country's fuel prices to reduce a government subsidy bill that has cast a shadow over Southeast Asia's biggest economy.

Live Updates: Follow the Final Round of the U.S. Open

Live Updates: Follow the Final Round of the U.S. Open


Live Updates: Follow the Final Round of the U.S. Open

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 12:53 PM PDT

Phil Mickelson and a host of challengers are battling a tough course and vying for the United States Open title at Merion Golf Club.
    


Ring row: Kremlin says Super Bowl ring was a gift to Putin

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 01:01 PM PDT

LONDON (Reuters) - Vladimir Putin's opponents often brand him a "thief" at street protests. Now the Kremlin is dismissing an American football team owner's account of how the Russian president ended up with his diamond-encrusted Super Bowl ring when they met eight years ago.

Kuwait court dissolves parliament, orders new vote

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 12:46 PM PDT

KUWAIT (Reuters) - Kuwait's constitutional court dissolved parliament on Sunday and called for fresh elections under a voting system rejected by the opposition, a move that could bring more volatility to a Gulf Arab state hit by extraordinary street protests last year.

For G-8 Meeting, Talk of Economy but Syria Looms Large

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 12:21 PM PDT

A long-running economic policy debate over austerity versus stimulus was expected to be muted as participants concentrated on addressing the escalating civil war in Syria.
    


DealBook: Weyerhaeuser Buys Timberlands and Weighs Selling Its Home-Building Unit

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 12:20 PM PDT

Weyerhaeuser says it plans to buy 645,000 acres of timberland for about $2.65 billion, adding that it is weighing a sale or spinoff of its home-building unit.
    


State of City’s Parks Varies According to Officials’ Priorities

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 12:20 PM PDT

With many smaller capital projects, the parks department is often constrained by the preferences of City Council members and borough presidents.
    


England reach semis with win over NZ

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 12:48 PM PDT

England defy the rain and a late New Zealand rally to reach the Champions Trophy semi-finals with a 10-run win in Cardiff.

Nuclear Test for New Iran Leader

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 11:34 AM PDT

The Obama administration and its European allies, surprised and encouraged by Hassan Rohani's Saturday election as Iran's next president, are planning to aggressively push for a resumption of negotiations with Tehran on its nuclear program.

Obama Faces Germans' Disillusionment

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 11:45 AM PDT

When he visits Berlin this week, U.S. President Barack Obama won't likely draw the same enthusiasm on the streets that he received during his first visit in 2008, as Germans have become disappointed with his administration's foreign and security policies.

Karzai Blasts U.S. Drone Strikes in Pakistan

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 09:00 AM PDT

Afghan President Hamid Karzai condemned U.S. drone strikes against militants in Pakistan, in remarks that seemed to clash with his previous demands for more aggressive action.

Italy Tries to Revive Economy

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 12:17 PM PDT

The Italian government has approved a new package of urgent measures aimed at restarting the country's economy, including a $4 billion investment in infrastructure works and increased funding for small and midsize companies.

Ally Quits India's Opposition Alliance

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 07:48 AM PDT

A key member pulled out Sunday of India's main opposition alliance, a further sign of turmoil among rivals to the ruling Congress party.

Leaders Urge Zimbabwe Poll Delay

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 06:34 AM PDT

Regional presidents meeting at a summit on Zimbabwe asked President Robert Mugabe to delay elections he has set for the end of July.

Kuwait Court Dissolves Parliament

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 05:39 AM PDT

Kuwait's constitutional court forced new parliamentary elections Sunday, dissolving the current chamber on the basis of flaws in the election law, the media reported. The decision may set the state for a new wave of political showdowns in the Gulf nation.

Turkish Leader Said He Had a ‘Duty’ to Clear Istanbul Park

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 11:42 AM PDT

Opposition leaders have vowed to press on, and two large trade unions planned a one-day strike on Monday to protest the crackdown in Taksim Square.
    


Music Review: ‘Yeezus,’ Kanye West’s Raw and Jolting New Album

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 11:25 AM PDT

Kanye West's sixth solo album, "Yeezus," arrives with all eyes and ears on Mr. West, but the sound and attitude often say more than the actual words.
    


Dozens rescued from theme park ride

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 01:06 PM PDT

A total of 39 people, including children, are rescued from a ride at Chessington theme park in Surrey after being stranded for more than three hours.

Challenges facing Iran's Hassan Rouhani

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 11:38 AM PDT

Kasra Naji looks at the main issues facing Iran's president elect

German spy agency plans to boost Internet monitoring: Spiegel

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 11:39 AM PDT

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany's foreign intelligence agency (BND) plans to spend 100 million euros expanding its monitoring of the Internet, the weekly Der Spiegel reported on Sunday, saying the money would go on staff and technology.

Sudan, South Sudan to take steps to lower oil tension

Posted: 16 Jun 2013 11:27 AM PDT

CAIRO (Reuters) - Sudan and South Sudan are prepared to take steps, brokered by the African Union, to try to avert an oil crisis between them amid accusations from both sides that the other is supporting insurgencies in their territories.