Europe- Arrest over club fire that killed 156
Investigators in Spain arrest a suspect from Russia in connection with a fire that killed 156 people in a nightclub in Russia in 2009.
- West Nile virus kills 13 in Greece
West Nile Virus has killed 13 people in northern Greece and sickened another 143, the Hellenic Centre for Disease Control and Prevention reported Thursday.
- Lawyer who fled Iran reunited with family
A human rights lawyer who defended a woman sentenced to death in Iran for adultery enjoyed a tearful reunion with his wife and daughter Thursday after they flew from Tehran to Oslo, Norway.
- 3 babies found buried at Dutch home
Dutch investigators were trying to determine Thursday whether the bodies of three babies found at a home in the Netherlands belong to the woman who lived there.
- Bet allegation cricketers meet authorities
Three Pakistan cricket players at the center of an alleged betting scandal were meeting their country's cricket authorities Thursday morning in London.
- Greece imposes smoking ban
Greece has imposed a nationwide ban on smoking in enclosed public and private workplaces under a new slogan "cut smoking, gain life."
- UK bank RBS job cuts reach 27,000
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- Ferrari recalls supercar amid fire threat
Ferrari has been forced to recall its latest supercar after reports that several had burst into flames.
- Hawking: God didn't create universe
God did not create the universe, world-famous physicist Stephen Hawking argues in a new book that aims to banish a divine creator from physics.
- Sweden to reopen WikiLeaks rape case
Swedish prosecutors decide to reopen a rape investigation involving WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, officials confirm.
Investigators in Spain arrest a suspect from Russia in connection with a fire that killed 156 people in a nightclub in Russia in 2009.
West Nile Virus has killed 13 people in northern Greece and sickened another 143, the Hellenic Centre for Disease Control and Prevention reported Thursday.
A human rights lawyer who defended a woman sentenced to death in Iran for adultery enjoyed a tearful reunion with his wife and daughter Thursday after they flew from Tehran to Oslo, Norway.
Dutch investigators were trying to determine Thursday whether the bodies of three babies found at a home in the Netherlands belong to the woman who lived there.
Three Pakistan cricket players at the center of an alleged betting scandal were meeting their country's cricket authorities Thursday morning in London.
Greece has imposed a nationwide ban on smoking in enclosed public and private workplaces under a new slogan "cut smoking, gain life."
Read full story for latest details.
Ferrari has been forced to recall its latest supercar after reports that several had burst into flames.
God did not create the universe, world-famous physicist Stephen Hawking argues in a new book that aims to banish a divine creator from physics.
Swedish prosecutors decide to reopen a rape investigation involving WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, officials confirm.
America- NASA experts to present options on trapped Chilean miners' situation
NASA experts will present options and recommendations Friday evening after assessing the situations and needs of the 33 miners trapped far below the surface of the Earth.
- Mexican shootout leaves 25 drug suspects dead
A shootout between soldiers and suspected drug dealers in northeast Mexico left 25 of the suspects dead, the regional military said Thursday.
- Health minister declares trapped Chilean miners strong as 'solid rock'
The 33 miners trapped far below the surface of the Earth appear in mind and spirit to be as strong as "solid rock" and are working well together as a team, Chilean Health Minister Jaime Manalich said Thursday.
- Migrant who survived Mexico massacre: Don't leave home
A survivor of a massacre in Mexico that left 72 dead advised other would-be migrants to stay at home to avoid a fate like the one he and his companions met.
- Outside the Chilean mine, great expectations
The ordeal of waiting for a miner trapped 2,200 feet below ground in Chile to be rescued can be perhaps more anguishing if you're also waiting for a minor to emerge.
- Calderon touts successes in Mexico's war on drug cartels
Mexican authorities have had significant successes against drug traffickers, President Felipe Calderon said in his fourth annual state-of-the-nation speech Thursday, noting that three major kingpins have been captured or killed in the past year.
- Shakedown by Jamaica's radical sheik
He has influenced convicted terrorists such as Richard Reid, the so-called shoe-bomber. His sermons were found in the apartment of suicide bombers who struck London, England, in 2005. Even one of the 9/11 plotters is said to have been a follower of Sheik Abdullah El-Faisal.
- Cuban offshore oil plans gain momentum
While the Gulf of Mexico oil spill has sparked debate in America on the merits of deepwater drilling, 90 miles away Cuba's offshore plans are quietly taking shape.
- New video shows trapped Chilean miners in good spirits
A new video by trapped miners in Chile shows them in good spirits, with shaved faces, wearing new clothes and sleeping on camp beds.
- Police: Human smugglers kidnap 16 migrants in Mexico
At least 16 migrants, including a woman, were being held for ransom by human smugglers in Tijuana, Mexico, according to a migrant who was freed, authorities said late Wednesday.
NASA experts will present options and recommendations Friday evening after assessing the situations and needs of the 33 miners trapped far below the surface of the Earth.
A shootout between soldiers and suspected drug dealers in northeast Mexico left 25 of the suspects dead, the regional military said Thursday.
The 33 miners trapped far below the surface of the Earth appear in mind and spirit to be as strong as "solid rock" and are working well together as a team, Chilean Health Minister Jaime Manalich said Thursday.
A survivor of a massacre in Mexico that left 72 dead advised other would-be migrants to stay at home to avoid a fate like the one he and his companions met.
The ordeal of waiting for a miner trapped 2,200 feet below ground in Chile to be rescued can be perhaps more anguishing if you're also waiting for a minor to emerge.
Mexican authorities have had significant successes against drug traffickers, President Felipe Calderon said in his fourth annual state-of-the-nation speech Thursday, noting that three major kingpins have been captured or killed in the past year.
He has influenced convicted terrorists such as Richard Reid, the so-called shoe-bomber. His sermons were found in the apartment of suicide bombers who struck London, England, in 2005. Even one of the 9/11 plotters is said to have been a follower of Sheik Abdullah El-Faisal.
While the Gulf of Mexico oil spill has sparked debate in America on the merits of deepwater drilling, 90 miles away Cuba's offshore plans are quietly taking shape.
A new video by trapped miners in Chile shows them in good spirits, with shaved faces, wearing new clothes and sleeping on camp beds.
At least 16 migrants, including a woman, were being held for ransom by human smugglers in Tijuana, Mexico, according to a migrant who was freed, authorities said late Wednesday.
Asia- Death toll tops 30 in Lahore blasts
The death toll from a trio of suicide attacks during a Shiite processions in Lahore, Pakistan, grows to 31, authorities say.
- Volcano spews in Indonesia, sends villagers fleeing
A volcano erupted again in Indonesia early Friday in northern Sumatra, sending hundreds of villagers fleeing as it unleashed tremors and spewed powerful bursts of hot ash and debris.
- Afghan parliamentary candidate wounded
An Afghan parliamentary candidate and another Afghan civilian were wounded Thursday in a grenade attack at the governor's compound in Ghazni City, the International Security Assistance Force reported in a news release.
- 10 killed in NATO airstrike in Afghanistan
Ten parliamentary campaign workers were killed in a NATO air strike in northeastern Afghanistan on Thursday, a provincial official said.
- Pakistan cricketers meet over bet scandal
Three Pakistani cricket players at the center of an alleged betting scandal were due to meet their country's cricket authorities Thursday morning in London.
- Clashes in Indonesia after prisoner dies
The death of a man in police custody has led to deadly riots and six deaths in Indonesia, police said on Thursday.
- Typhoon Kompasu kills 3 in South Korea
Three people died after Typhoon Kompasu hit central South Korea Thursday morning, the Yonhap News Agency reported.
- Gates arrives in Afghanistan
U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates arrived in Afghanistan Thursday to consult with political and military officials.
- Troops in Afghanistan thwart attack
Coalition troops in southeastern Afghanistan fought off insurgents after a failed assault on a combat outpost on Thursday.
- U.S. launches Pakistan floods jobs program
The United States announced Wednesday that it is launching a new program to provide jobs for thousands of people in flood-ravaged Pakistan.
The death toll from a trio of suicide attacks during a Shiite processions in Lahore, Pakistan, grows to 31, authorities say.
A volcano erupted again in Indonesia early Friday in northern Sumatra, sending hundreds of villagers fleeing as it unleashed tremors and spewed powerful bursts of hot ash and debris.
An Afghan parliamentary candidate and another Afghan civilian were wounded Thursday in a grenade attack at the governor's compound in Ghazni City, the International Security Assistance Force reported in a news release.
Ten parliamentary campaign workers were killed in a NATO air strike in northeastern Afghanistan on Thursday, a provincial official said.
Three Pakistani cricket players at the center of an alleged betting scandal were due to meet their country's cricket authorities Thursday morning in London.
The death of a man in police custody has led to deadly riots and six deaths in Indonesia, police said on Thursday.
Three people died after Typhoon Kompasu hit central South Korea Thursday morning, the Yonhap News Agency reported.
U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates arrived in Afghanistan Thursday to consult with political and military officials.
Coalition troops in southeastern Afghanistan fought off insurgents after a failed assault on a combat outpost on Thursday.
The United States announced Wednesday that it is launching a new program to provide jobs for thousands of people in flood-ravaged Pakistan.
Middle East- Human rights lawyer who fled Iran is reunited with family
A human rights lawyer who defended a woman sentenced to death in Iran for adultery enjoyed a tearful reunion with his wife and daughter Thursday after they flew from Tehran to Oslo, Norway.
- In Jordan, an act of charity for Iraqis turns into bureaucratic mess
What was supposed to be an act of charity for Iraqis living in Jordan turned into a bureaucratic nightmare this week.
- Iranian opposition leader comes under attack, website says
The head of a security team protecting opposition leader Mehdi Karoubi was in a coma Thursday after being beaten as he tried to talk with a group of attackers who had entered Karoubi's apartment building, Karoubi's website said.
- Hamas, 10 other groups pledge to continue targeting Israelis
Members of the militant wing of Hamas and representatives of 10 other militant groups met Thursday and said they were joining forces and that attacks on Israelis would continue.
- U.S., Iran battle it out -- on the basketball court
Political discussions about Iran's nuclear aspirations were benched Thursday when the U.S. and Iranian national basketball teams went head to head at the FIBA World Championships in Istanbul, Turkey.
- Q&A: What's at stake in Mideast talks
The leaders of Israel and the Palestinian Authority met in Washington on Thursday to resume direct talks. CNN's Jerusalem correspondent Paula Hancocks explains what's at stake:
- Traditional lanterns light up the holy month of Ramadan
Countless streets across the Islamic world are currently alight with ornate festive lanterns.
- Iranian newspaper says French first lady deserves to die
A hard-line Iranian newspaper has called the French first lady a "prostitute" and recommended she be put to death for supporting a woman sentenced to death by stoning in Iran for adultery.
- West Bank shooting wounds 2 Israelis
Two Israelis were wounded Wednesday night in a shooting at Rimonim Junction, east of the West Bank city of Ramallah, the Israel Defense Forces said.
- Israeli military hunts West Bank drive-by shooters
The Israeli military said Wednesday it is still looking for the perpetrators behind a drive-by attack Tuesday evening that left four people dead, including a pregnant woman.
A human rights lawyer who defended a woman sentenced to death in Iran for adultery enjoyed a tearful reunion with his wife and daughter Thursday after they flew from Tehran to Oslo, Norway.
What was supposed to be an act of charity for Iraqis living in Jordan turned into a bureaucratic nightmare this week.
The head of a security team protecting opposition leader Mehdi Karoubi was in a coma Thursday after being beaten as he tried to talk with a group of attackers who had entered Karoubi's apartment building, Karoubi's website said.
Members of the militant wing of Hamas and representatives of 10 other militant groups met Thursday and said they were joining forces and that attacks on Israelis would continue.
Political discussions about Iran's nuclear aspirations were benched Thursday when the U.S. and Iranian national basketball teams went head to head at the FIBA World Championships in Istanbul, Turkey.
The leaders of Israel and the Palestinian Authority met in Washington on Thursday to resume direct talks. CNN's Jerusalem correspondent Paula Hancocks explains what's at stake:
Countless streets across the Islamic world are currently alight with ornate festive lanterns.
A hard-line Iranian newspaper has called the French first lady a "prostitute" and recommended she be put to death for supporting a woman sentenced to death by stoning in Iran for adultery.
Two Israelis were wounded Wednesday night in a shooting at Rimonim Junction, east of the West Bank city of Ramallah, the Israel Defense Forces said.
The Israeli military said Wednesday it is still looking for the perpetrators behind a drive-by attack Tuesday evening that left four people dead, including a pregnant woman.
Africa- When did UN know of Congo gang rapes?
The United Nations appears to have been aware of rape by rebels in eastern Congo earlier than it originally said it was, according to an internal e-mail and a humanitarian bulletin.
- South African unions reject government offer
South African union members Thursday rejected an improved wage offer from the government as a public sector strike continues to cripple the country.
- At least 1 dead in second day of Mozambique riots
At least one person was killed Thursday as riots in the southern African nation of Mozambique continued into a second day, Deputy Justice Minister Alberto Nkutumula said in a televised news conference.
- Kenya pushes back over war crimes suspect's visit
The Kenyan government Thursday defended its decision not to arrest Sudan's visiting head of state -- wanted on charges of war crimes and genocide -- saying Kenya's first obligation was to the African Union, not the International Criminal Court.
- Official: Southern Sudan could unilaterally secede
Southern Sudan, the autonomous region in Sudan, may unilaterally declare its sovereignty, since the central government isn't doing enough to plan and stage a referendum on independence by January, an influential political figure told CNN on Thursday.
- Battling to preserve Nigeria's rainforest
According to the World Resources Institute, Nigeria is home to 4,715 different types of plant species, and over 550 species of breeding birds and mammals, making it one of the most ecologically vibrant places of the planet.
- U.N. official is 'hopeful' for Somalia
A U.N. official who toured the Horn of Africa to assess its political climate thinks there's hope for war-torn and chaotic Somalia.
- At least 4 die in Mozambique food riots
At least four people died and 27 were wounded in riots that erupted Wednesday after Mozambique's government announced increases in the price of bread, water, energy and other critical goods, the southern African nation's official news agency reported.
- Fighting, death and oil: Inside the conflict in Sudan
Before I went to Sudan, I didn't know much about the conflict in Darfur beyond everyone saying, "It's the worst genocide of our time" and watching footage on CNN of the Janjaweed militia wiping out whole villages. Really, we only decided to go there because one of our favorite photographers had been chatting with an old friend of his who is now a UN press officer in Khartoum. She offered to pull some strings and get us visas and organize flights around the country, so we said, "F*** it" and got on a plane.
- Sierra Leone tourists to build their own eco-resort
For many people, the name Sierra Leone still conjures up images of the country's decade-long civil war and subsequent war crimes trials.
The United Nations appears to have been aware of rape by rebels in eastern Congo earlier than it originally said it was, according to an internal e-mail and a humanitarian bulletin.
South African union members Thursday rejected an improved wage offer from the government as a public sector strike continues to cripple the country.
At least one person was killed Thursday as riots in the southern African nation of Mozambique continued into a second day, Deputy Justice Minister Alberto Nkutumula said in a televised news conference.
The Kenyan government Thursday defended its decision not to arrest Sudan's visiting head of state -- wanted on charges of war crimes and genocide -- saying Kenya's first obligation was to the African Union, not the International Criminal Court.
Southern Sudan, the autonomous region in Sudan, may unilaterally declare its sovereignty, since the central government isn't doing enough to plan and stage a referendum on independence by January, an influential political figure told CNN on Thursday.
According to the World Resources Institute, Nigeria is home to 4,715 different types of plant species, and over 550 species of breeding birds and mammals, making it one of the most ecologically vibrant places of the planet.
A U.N. official who toured the Horn of Africa to assess its political climate thinks there's hope for war-torn and chaotic Somalia.
At least four people died and 27 were wounded in riots that erupted Wednesday after Mozambique's government announced increases in the price of bread, water, energy and other critical goods, the southern African nation's official news agency reported.
Before I went to Sudan, I didn't know much about the conflict in Darfur beyond everyone saying, "It's the worst genocide of our time" and watching footage on CNN of the Janjaweed militia wiping out whole villages. Really, we only decided to go there because one of our favorite photographers had been chatting with an old friend of his who is now a UN press officer in Khartoum. She offered to pull some strings and get us visas and organize flights around the country, so we said, "F*** it" and got on a plane.
For many people, the name Sierra Leone still conjures up images of the country's decade-long civil war and subsequent war crimes trials.
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