Attacks on Romanian Gypsies in NIreland deepen worries of rising xenophobia across EuropeBELFAST, Northern Ireland — The thugs used bricks and bottles to drive more than 100 Romanian Gypsies from their homes in a wave of attacks. On Wednesday, the victims were sheltering in a community center after a church plucked them off a Belfast street. Northern Ireland politicians condemn racism after attacks drive 100 Romanians from their homesBELFAST, Northern Ireland — The thugs used bricks and bottles to drive more than 100 Romanian Gypsies from their homes in a wave of attacks. On Wednesday, the victims were sheltering in a community center after a church plucked them off a Belfast street. Romanian Gypsies seek shelter after racist attacks in Northern IrelandBELFAST, Northern Ireland — Racist thugs armed with bricks and bottles forced more than 100 Romanian Gypsies from their Belfast homes in a wave of attacks that sent them fleeing to the safety of a nearby church. Racist attacks on Romanians living in Belfast prompts group to seek shelter in churchBELFAST, Northern Ireland — More than a 100 Romanian immigrants were taking refuge Wednesday after fleeing their Belfast homes and spending the night in a church following racist attacks. Romania’s military ends Iraq deployment, reducing US-led coalition to 3 countriesBAGHDAD — Romania’s small military contingent ended its deployment in Iraq on Thursday, reducing the U.S.-led coalition to three countries. In Iraq’s north, another U.S. soldier died in combat. Web pirates, motorcyclist and dancing prince hot candidates in European electionsRecord low turnout is expected for the June 4-7 elections for the European Parliament, giving fringe candidates a better chance of winning seats. Here is a look at some of the most eye-catching and buzz-making candidates and parties around Europe. Roman Emperor Trajan’s Palace discovered in RomaniaBUCHAREST - Archaeologists have discovered, in southeastern county of Caras-Severin in Romania, a complex structure estimated to be 2,000 years old belonging to Emperor Trajan of the Roman empire. UEFA names 4 Euro 2012 host cities in Poland, but only 1 so far in UkraineBUCHAREST, Romania — UEFA chose four cities in Poland to host matches at the 2012 European Championship on Wednesday but said tournament co-host Ukraine could wind up with only two venues unless it makes major infrastructure improvements in the next six months. Somali pirates seize Dutch ship in Gulf of Aden; US military ship evades pirate attackNAIROBI, Kenya — Somali pirates captured a Dutch ship in the Gulf of Aden on Thursday and a U.S. military supply ship evaded an armed attack by pirates in the same region, one of the world’s busiest and most dangerous waterways. Mother prays for husband, daughter on German ship kidnapped by Somali piratesCONSTANTA, Romania — The wife and mother of two Romanian sailors kidnapped by Somali pirates has made an emotional plea for their safety. Somali pirates seize German ship in Gulf of Aden, taking hostage 10 Romanian crewNAIROBI, Kenya — Somali pirates hijacked a German cargo ship carrying 10 crew members in the Gulf of Aden, the latest seizure by high-seas bandits who are holding hundreds of merchant mariners hostage, officials said Wednesday. Slain men in alleged Bolivia assassination plot: mercenaries or victims?SANTA CRUZ, Bolivia — Airlifted in from Bolivia’s western highlands, some two dozen elite officers in green helmets and flak jackets entered the Las Americas Hotel just before 4 a.m., disabled its surveillance cameras and stealthily made for the fourth floor. Dispute over a proposed diplomat is latest sign of tension between Romania and MoldovaBUCHAREST, Romania — Moldova has rejected a new ambassador proposed by Romania, an official said Friday, in another sign of deteriorating relations between the neighboring countries. Romania’s former king endorses his son-in-law in nation’s next presidential electionBUCHAREST, Romania — Former King Michael of Romania took the unusual step on Thursday of endorsing his son-in-law as a candidate in the country’s next presidential election. Obituaries in the newsBen Ali WASHINGTON (AP) — Ben Ali, the founder of Ben’s Chili Bowl diner, a landmark in Washington’s black business and entertainment district and a frequent stop for politicians and celebrities, has died. He was 82. Bolivia rejects Ireland, Croatia, Hungary requests for info in alleged assassination plotLA PAZ, Bolivia — Bolivian President Evo Morales on Tuesday rejected requests from the governments of Ireland, Croatia and Hungary seeking information about the deaths of three of their citizens whom Bolivia accuses of plotting to assassinate Morales. |
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