345 die in stampede at Cambodian festival
2010-11-23 08:51:25
Thousands of people stampeded during a festival in the Cambodian capital, leaving at least 345 dead and hundreds injured in what the prime minister called the country's biggest tragedy since the 1970s reign of terror by the Khmer Rouge.
Troubles stop Iran nuke enrichment
2010-11-23 08:43:26
Iran's nuclear program has suffered a recent setback, with major technical problems forcing the temporary shutdown of thousands of centrifuges enriching uranium, diplomats said on Monday.
US calls for calm on DPRK's uranium program
2010-11-22 10:42:47
A senior US envoy called Monday for a calm response to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea ( DPRK)'s reported pursuit of a uranium enrichment program, adding the US government knew of it beforehand.
Celebration of Loy Krathong festival in Thailand
2010-11-22 10:10:28
Celebrated by Thai people around the world, Loy Krathong is an occasion where floral floats are lighted and released at a river as a symbol of good luck and to mark a fresh beginning to life.
Japanese Justice Minister resigns over gaffe
2010-11-22 08:52:20
Japanese Justice Minister Minoru Yanagida is resigning from his Cabinet post to take responsibility for his recent comments widely seen as deriding his duty to respond to Diet questioning, public broadcaster NHK said Monday.
US envoy due in Seoul to discuss DPRK issues
2010-11-21 20:15:34
A special US envoy for the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) is expected to arrive in Seoul late Sunday to discuss DPRK issues with the Republic of Korea (ROK)'s officials.
Pakistan's Sherdils team flies at air show
2010-11-18 16:04:39
The Sherdils team from Pakistan performs during the 8th China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition, or Airshow China 2010, in Zhuhai, South China's Guangdong province on Nov 16, 2010.
Pakistan seeks closer military ties with China
2010-11-18 07:20:13
Pakistan is interested in buying more defense systems and equipment from China, and hopes to deepen cooperation to upgrade its armed forces, a top Pakistan Air Force officer said on Wednesday.
Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha Festival
2010-11-17 17:18:37
Muslims perform the Eid al-Adha prayers at the Jama Masjid (Grand Mosque) in the old quarters of Delhi November 17, 2010. Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Adha by the sacrificial slaughtering of sheep, goats, cows and camels to commemorate Prophet Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son Ismail on God's command.
Muslims celebrate Eid al-Adha Festival
2010-11-17 17:18:37
Muslims perform the Eid al-Adha prayers at the Jama Masjid (Grand Mosque) in the old quarters of Delhi November 17, 2010. Muslims around the world celebrate Eid al-Adha by the sacrificial slaughtering of sheep, goats, cows and camels to commemorate Prophet Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his son Ismail on God's command.
Extradition, START rows darken US-Russia ties
2010-11-17 09:40:09
Spies, senators and an alleged arms dealer dubbed the "Merchant of Death" all appear to be working against one of US President Barack Obama's few foreign policy success stories: the "reset" in relations with Moscow.
Extradition, START rows darken US-Russia ties
2010-11-17 09:40:09
Spies, senators and an alleged arms dealer dubbed the "Merchant of Death" all appear to be working against one of US President Barack Obama's few foreign policy success stories: the "reset" in relations with Moscow.