News
UN fears Iran nuclear arms move
A leaked UN report expresses concern Iran may currently be trying to develop a nuclear payload for a missile.
News
Microsoft-Yahoo tie-up approved
Microsoft's plans to buy Yahoo's internet search and search advertising business are cleared by European and US regulators.
News
Tibetans still back Dalai Lama
The Dalai Lama is now in Washington despite stark criticism from the Chinese government. To avoid upsetting China, President Barack Obama has decided to keep the meeting low-key.
News
Ukraine court puts presidential election results on hold
A court in Ukraine has suspended the results of presidential elections after a complaint of electoral fraud. A decision on the validity of the poll is expected within days, ahead of a planned inauguration ceremony.
News
US visit seeks to warm Syria ties
The US sends one of its top diplomats to Syria in its latest move to improve ties with Damascus after years of tension.
News
US to build nuclear power plants
President Obama announces loan guarantees to help build the first new nuclear power stations in the US since a 1979 accident.
News
Iran warns over new sanctions
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says any countries imposing sanctions on Iran will be made to "regret it".
News
Tibetans still back Dalai Lama
The 9th round of talks between Beijing and Dalai Lama envoys took place last month. The Chinese once again vehemently rejected Tibetan autonomy. Despite frustration, Tibetans still support the Dalai Lama.
|
