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Fox NewsKIEV, Ukraine – Ukraine International Airlines says it has canceled flights to and from the regional capital of Crimea due to the closure of the airspace over the peninsula. The announcement, which did not say who had closed the airspace, came after heavily …Ukraine crisis: ‘Russians’ occupy Crimea airportsBBC NewsIs it too late for […]
BBC NewsThe Italian captain of the Costa Concordia ship, Francesco Schettino, has returned to the wreck for the first time as part of his manslaughter trial. He denies the charges of manslaughter and abandoning ship, which could see him jailed for up to 20 years.Disgraced Costa Concordia Captain Francesco Schettino returns to scene of …National […]
Hollywood ReporterIt was a “monumental error in their approach to feminism,” said the “Girls” actress, commenting on the “feminist” website’s intentions in a recent interview. Courtesy of Edelman/Vera Anderson/WireImage. February 21, 2014. by. Stephanie Chan. A month after …Lena Dunham admits she was ‘kind of scared’ to see her unretouched Vogue …Daily MailLena Dunham admits […]
Telegraph.co.ukNorth Korea’s leader, Kim Jong-un, has been warned that he could face prosecution for crimes against humanity after a United Nations inquiry accused him of some of the worst human rights abuses since the Second World War. In some of the harshest …North Korea report: drawings reveal horrific scenes witnessed by former inmate …Sydney Morning […]
Voice of AmericaA U.N. human rights inquiry has concluded North Korea is committing “unspeakable atrocities” against its people. The U.N.-mandated report says the North Korean government, with policies set at the “highest level of state,” has engaged in crimes against …UN’s North Korea report: Main findingsBBC News‘Abundant evidence’ of crimes against humanity in North Korea, […]
The Epoch TimesMore snow could be on the way for late Saturday and Sunday for New York City, weather forecasts say. Snow resumed in New York City on Sunday, while Boston braces for a blizzard-like storm.’ According to Accuweather, “snowfall from this morning into …Tractor clearing snow kills pregnant New York woman, baby delivered by […]
Washington PostCARACAS — A Venezuelan court ordered the arrest of opposition leader Leopoldo López on Thursday on charges including murder and terrorism linked to street protests that resulted in the deaths of three people Wednesday. Using a slogan “The Exit,” the …Venezuela: Several shot dead in anti-government street protestseuronewsVenezuelan president warns of ‘fascist’ coup plot […]
New York TimesSEOUL, South Korea — North Korea on Thursday threatened to cancel reunions of families separated by the Korean War, accusing the United States of flying nuclear-capable B-52 bombers on a training mission over the Korean Peninsula. North and South …North Korea Threatens to Cancel Family Reunions with SouthTIMENorth Korea threatens to cancel reunions […]
Irish ExaminerSyria’s government has razed thousands of homes as “collective punishment” of communities that back the opposition in the capital Damascus and in Hama province, Human Rights Watch said. By William Jones. The group accused Syria’s government of …Syrian regime destroyed districts in Damascus, Homs to punish civilians: Human …ABC OnlineSyrian regime demolishes rebel neighbourhoodsMail […]
gulfnews.comCairo: Egyptian prosecutors said on Wednesday that they were charging 20 journalists working for the Al Jazeera television network with conspiring with a terrorist group and broadcasting false images of “a civil war that raises alarms about the state’s collapse …US Criticizes ‘Spurious’ Charges Against Egypt’s Al-Jazeera JournalistsRadioFreeEurope/RadioLibertyEGYPTPhilly.comEgypt charges 20 journalists, including one Canadian, of […]
CBSSports.comWhen Peyton Manning takes the field Sunday at MetLife Stadium for Super Bowl XLVIII, he’ll do so in relatively benign conditions. The New York-New Jersey area endured snow, ice and freezing temperatures in recent weeks, and it was enough to send the …Marshawn mostly mum again as Seahawks meet mediaWashington PostInfographic: Some fun facts about […]
National PostTORONTO — There he was, Steven Stamkos, all dressed in blue. He skated. He shot. In a quiet moment he batted the puck into the air off his stick, kicked it with the side of his skate, and tapped it with his stick again while it was up in the air. He joined line […]
National PostMELBOURNE — All the talk before Sunday’s Australian Open final suggested that Stanislas Wawrinka might need a thunderbolt to strike down his opponent, world No. 1 Rafael Nadal, in order to lift the title.Nothing was normal about Rafael Nadal’s shock Australian Open final lossNEWS.com.auWawrinka denies Nadal history with historic first winThe RoarWawrinka claims first […]
ABC OnlineEgyptian police have clashed with protesters on the third anniversary of the Arab Spring uprising that ousted former president Hosni Mubarak, with at least 29 people killed in the unrest. Cairo’s streets were a scene of violence as Muslim Brotherhood …Egyptian activists behind bars on uprising’s anniversaryCNN InternationalClashes kill 29 as Egypt marks 2011 […]
BBC NewsAt least 29 people have been killed in clashes in Egypt as the country marks the anniversary of the 2011 uprising which overthrew President Hosni Mubarak, the health ministry says. Rival demonstrations of supporters and opponents of the military-backed …Deaths Mar Third Anniversary of Egypt Uprising Amid Rallies (1)BusinessweekAnniversary of 2011 Egypt uprising sees […]
CBSSports.comThe Dallas Stars video board has had a history of getting its snark on from time to time. With the Toronto Maple Leafs in town and some well-timed viral current events involving Toronto natives, the Stars simply couldn’t resist. With a segment on the video …Dallas Stars have some fun with Justin Bieber and Toronto […]
USA TODAYL’ISLE-VERTE, Quebec (AP) – Fire raged through a seniors’ residence in eastern Quebec on Thursday morning, killing three people and leaving about 30 unaccounted for. The massive fire in the 52-unit complex broke out around 12:30 a.m. ET in L’Isle-Verte, …Witnesses describe horrific scene in deadly fire at Quebec seniors’ homeThe Globe and MailThree […]
USA TODAYTORONTO (AP) — Toronto Mayor Rob Ford said Wednesday he had a “minor setback” this week when he was caught on video slurring his words and said his private life is not affecting his work. The video that emerged Tuesday showed Ford swearing and …Toronto Mayor Rob Ford calls latest rant video a ‘minor […]
Toronto StarMayor Rob Ford was off the wagon at an Etobicoke steak joint this week, impaired and rambling, associating with accused video extortionist Alexander “Sandro” Lisi and hurling profane, expletive-laden insults at Toronto Police Chief Bill Blair. All caught on …Rob Ford: the night-mayor returnsNEWS.com.auNew video shows Toronto mayor Rob Ford ‘drunk, swearing in Jamaican’The […]
Voice of AmericaRussian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov says the situation in Ukraine is “spinning out of control,” as clashes between anti-government protesters and police continued for a third day in Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv. “There are pogroms now, attacks against police, …Ukraine’s Opposition Accuses Government of Provoking ViolenceNew York TimesUkraine unrest: No end in sight to […]
New York Daily NewsThe Rangers kicked John Tortorella out of New York, and now he’s gotten himself booted from the Vancouver Canucks’ bench for 15 days. The fiery former Blueshirts boss was suspended 15 days without pay by the NHL on Monday for his actions during the …Flames coach Bob Hartley fined $25000NHL.comBrawl, bizarre goal […]
NinemsnA file photo shows Japanese fishermen collect the bodies of harpooned dolphins in the bay of Taiji. (Getty). The daughter of US president John F Kennedy has sparked a diplomatic spat after speaking out against the annual slaughter of dolphins in a secluded …Japan defends annual dolphin huntThe GuardianActivist: Hunt, slaughter of dolphins at Japan’s […]
USA TODAYAn unmanned European spacecraft is scheduled to wake up early Monday from a long nap and begin preparing for its next task, a rendezvous with a comet. After more than two years of snoozing, the European Space Agency’s Rosetta spacecraft is …How to catch a comet: Rosetta spaceship to land on ball of ice […]
Chicago TribuneVANCOUVER, B.C. — Chris Higgins netted the winner in the fifth round of the shootout, sending Vancouver to a 3-2 victory over Calgary at Rogers Arena, a quiet ending to a contentious contest that featured more than 200 minutes in penalties. Two seconds …Vancouver’s Kellan Lain ejected after two seconds in NHL debutUSA TODAYCanucks […]
Voice of AmericaISLAMABAD — The death toll from a Taliban attack on a restaurant in Afghanistan’s capital has risen to 21. A suicide bomber who blew himself up and Taliban gunmen who rushed in behind him to shoot the survivors killed 13 foreigners, including U.N. …Afghanistan security probe after Kabul restaurant raidBBC News2 American university […]
The Globe and MailThe man dispatched to represent Canada at memorial services for Ariel Sharon says the former Israeli prime minister understood that security is a necessary precursor to peace. Chris Alexander, the federal Immigration Minister and a former ambassador to …Sharon laid to restThe News InternationalAriel Sharon memorial: Israel holds memorial ceremony for ‘fearless […]
Fox NewsFormer Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon was eulogized Monday as a great warrior and bold politician who was also devoted to his family and his farm. A state memorial service was held at the Knesset in Jerusalem, attended by Vice President Joe Biden and …Israel bids farewell to former PM Sharon in national memorial […]
USA TODAYJERUSALEM (AP) — The Israeli hospital treating Ariel Sharon says the former prime minister’s medical condition remains critical. Tel Hashomer hospital made the announcement in a short text message to reporters Saturday evening. “There was no significant …Sharon remains in critical condition with his life at riskJerusalem PostEx-PM Sharon’s condition unchanged: hospitalBusiness StandardSharon’s condition […]
ReutersNEW YORK (Reuters) – From Sydney to Dubai, revelers welcomed 2014 with extravagant fireworks displays, while London prepared to celebrate by spraying clouds of fruit-flavored mist and Chicago and San Francisco planned massive outdoor festivities.New Year’s Eve: Dubai blasts old record in fireworks blitzCNNSydney New Year’s Eve: Midnight fireworks the best show in townSydney Morning […]
ReutersVOLGOGRAD, Russia (Reuters) – President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday vowed to annihilate “terrorists” following two deadly bomb attacks in less than 24 hours in the southern Russian city of Volgograd that raised security fears ahead of the Winter Olympics.Russia terror analysis: Volgograd and an Olympics under threatTelegraph.co.ukUS Olympic CEO: Russian bombings ‘a preview of what […]
USA TODAYThe Obama administration is condemning new terrorist attacks in Russia, little more than a month before the opening of the Winter Olympics in Sochi. In a statement, the United State is also offering more support to Russia for Olympic security. The full …A second bombing in Russia shows security threat ahead of Winter OlympicsWashington […]
BBC NewsA school of carnivorous fish related to the piranha has attacked bathers in an Argentine river, injuring about 70. Thousands of bathers were cooling off in the Parana River in Rosario, 300km (186 miles) north of Buenos Aires, on Christmas Day when the attack …Piranhas attack 60 in feeding frenzyThe AustralianPiranha Attack! Dozens of […]
National PostEgypt’s military-backed interim government declares the Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist group. Egypt’s military-backed interim government on Wednesday declared the Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist group, criminalizing all its activities, its financing and even …Egypt designates Muslim Brotherhood as terrorist groupReutersEgypt names Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist groupHouston ChronicleMuslim Brotherhood declared a terrorist group by EgyptCBC.caChannel News […]
BBC NewsA member of Russian punk band Pussy Riot has called for foreign countries to boycott February’s Winter Olympics, hours after she was freed from jail. Nadezhda Tolokonnikova dismissed the amnesty law that set her free, saying it was a “cosmetic measure”.Still defiant, members of Russia’s Pussy Riot band go freeLos Angeles TimesPussy Riot women […]
New York TimesMOSCOW — In a sharp rebuff to the West in the diplomatic wrangle over Ukraine, President Vladimir V. Putin said Tuesday that Russia would come to the rescue of its financially troubled neighbor, providing $15 billion in loans and a steep discount on natural …Russian bailout wins Ukraine economic respite but deepens political […]