Lieberman, Mullen agree US needs to prove its commitment to the war, regionWASHINGTON — A top U.S. military commander and leading senator agree that the people of Afghanistan and Pakistan are watching for signs of America’s commitment to their region. UN probe finds evidence Israel, Palestinians committed ‘war crimes’ during Gaza conflictUNITED NATIONS — A U.N. investigation concluded Tuesday that both sides in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in Gaza committed war crimes and possible crimes against humanity, raising the prospect that officials may seek prosecution in the International Criminal Court. Army deserter-turned-thief arrested in JammuJAMMU - The Jammu and Kashmir police Tuesday arrested an Indian Army deserter, who had turned to stealing building material from construction sites in the state and in Punjab to sell off cheaply in the market, from the outskirts of Jammu city. US envoy on mission to wring Israeli concessions on settlements, revive Mideast peacemakingJERUSALEM — Washington’s special Mideast envoy pressed Israel to curtail West Bank settlement construction but announced no breakthroughs after talks with Israeli and Palestinian leaders on Tuesday. ICMR official found dead in DelhiNEW DELHI - An official of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) allegedly committed suicide at his residence in south Delhi Wednesday, police said. Four men wanted for 211 murders arrested in MexicoCIUDAD JUAREZ - Four men suspected of committing 211 murders in northern Mexico have been arrested, authorities said. Ragging in Assam on rise, two students arrestedGUWAHATI - In yet another glaring case of ragging in Assam, two college students here have been arrested for harassing girls after authorities filed a formal complaint with the police. AP IMPACT: Can’t find a bank branch? Boom expansion bypassed most minority neighborhoodsDALLAS — Banks expanded at a breathtaking pace over the past five years, adding more than 10,000 full-service branches, but barely 1 in 10 were in inner-city, minority neighborhoods, another sign the financial spending spree skipped over substantial parts of the country. Teenager loses eyesight after alleged police tortureLUCKNOW - A 14-year-old boy lost his eyesight after police allegedly tortured him for over a week, the boy’s neighbour said Friday. Adviser to top US general predicts 2 more years of tough fighting in AfghanistanWASHINGTON — An incoming adviser to the top U.S. general in Afghanistan predicted Thursday that the United States will see about two more years of heavy fighting and then either hand off to a much improved Afghan fighting force or “lose and go home.” Senate breaking ground with historic confirmation of Sotomayor, Supreme Court’s first HispanicWASHINGTON — The Senate pressed toward a history-making vote to confirm Sonia Sotomayor as the Supreme Court’s first Hispanic justice Thursday, elevating the daughter of Puerto Rican parents after a summer-long debate filled with ethnic politics. She would be the first justice nominated by a Democratic president in a decade and a half. Qureshi says only dialogue can improve Indo-Pak relationsISLAMABAD - Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has said that dialogue is the only way to improve Indo-Pak relations, and added that Pakistan is committed to engaging India in a composite dialogue to resolve all issues. Former Colombia spy bosses surrender over alleged illegal targeting of Uribe opponentsBOGOTA — At least eight former officials of Colombia’s domestic intelligence agency surrendered on Friday to face criminal charges for allegedly spying illegally on opponents of President Alvaro Uribe including judges, journalists and human rights workers. Iranian FM: Foreign countries are to blame for deaths of protesters in post-election turmoilTEHRAN, Iran — The Iranian foreign minister is blaming foreign countries for the deaths of opposition supporters in Iran’s post-election turmoil. Obama says diplomacy now needed to solve problems of environment, education and even athleticsWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama says diplomacy is more important now than ever before. Friends, supporters defend Mass. police officer who arrested black Harvard scholarCAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Supporters say the white policeman who arrested renowned black scholar Henry Louis Gates Jr. in his home is a principled police officer and family man who is being unfairly described as racist. Another White House bid? One-time loser Clinton says she ‘doubts very much’ she’ll try againBANGKOK — Hillary for president, again? Rights group: Companies buying minerals fuel 12-year Congo conflictKINSHASA, Congo — International companies are fueling the conflict in eastern Congo by not checking the origins of the minerals they buy, a human rights group said. Obama’s support among some Democrats eroding over divisions on health care, concern on economyNEW YORK — Might that Midas magic be dulling for President Barack Obama, even among fellow Democrats? Obama condemns Indonesia bomb attacksWASHINGTON - US President Barack Obama condemned Friday the bombing of two prominent hotels in Indonesia’s capital Jakarta that killed at least nine people and injured dozens more. Sotomayor reassures Republicans on last day of questioning, with likely confirmation aheadWASHINGTON — Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor drew praise from GOP skeptics as well as Democratic supporters Thursday on the final day of Senate questioning that’s expected to lead to her confirmation. RNC Chairman Steele addresses NAACP convention, urges relationship with GOPNEW YORK — Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele says the GOP and the NAACP have missed opportunities to engage with each other. Where are people turning for a financial education today? They go to workDES MOINES, Iowa — Recognizing that workers are anxious about their finances, in increasing numbers companies are reaching out to help by setting up seminars at the office and making one-on-one advice available. Australia takes further action towards students’ safetyNEW DELHI - Continuing a series of initiatives to ensure the safety and well-being of international students in Australia, the state government of Victoria has announced further action. Official says 7 SKorean Web sites facing renewed cyber attacksSEOUL, South Korea — A state official says seven South Korean Web sites are under renewed cyber attack. Bank of England set to ask government for another 25 billion pounds to boost money supplyLONDON — The Bank of England is expected to ask the British government for the authority to pump another 25 billion pounds ($40 billion) into the financial system at the end of its two-day monthly meeting Thursday. China’s Communists to execute those behind riot deaths
Mother, daughter plead guilty in Native American artifact theft, trafficking caseSALT LAKE CITY — A mother and daughter pleaded guilty Monday to several felony charges stemming from a sweeping federal investigation into the theft and illegal trafficking of American Indian artifacts. Mother, three children commit suicide in PunjabJALANDHAR - A 45-year-old woman - who was separated from her husband and apparently hard pressed for finances - committed suicide along with her three children here Saturday, police said. Malaysia’s leader makes bold gambit by rolling back long-preserved affirmative action policiesKUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia — The economic downturn is allowing Malaysia’s leader to chip away at an affirmative action program for Malay Muslims that has been considered virtually untouchable in the past. |
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URUMQI, China — China flooded the capital of western Xinjiang province with security forces Wednesday after ethnic riots left at least 156 dead. The city’s Communist Party boss promised those behind the killings would be executed.
