Clinton urges India to expand influence
2011-07-21 09:00:29
US Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton told India on Wednesday "it's time to lead",urging New Delhi to take a stronger role across Asia.
Colombia celebrates Independence Day
2011-07-21 09:29:38
Colombian policemen take part in Independence Day celebrations in Bogota July 20, 2011.
Fukushima beef shipments on hold
2011-07-20 07:14:07
Japan on Tuesday suspended cattle shipments from Fukushima prefecture on fears of radiation-tainted beef in the country's meat distribution chain.
Sudanese army repulses SPLM attack in S Kordofan
2011-07-20 09:11:09
The Sudanese Army said Tuesday it repulsed an attack launched by the forces of Sudan People's Liberation Movement (SPLM)-South Kordofan sector.
US urges Gadhafi to step down
2011-07-20 06:51:19
Libyan and US officials have met face-to-face, but Washington saying it delivered the clear message that Muammar Gadhafi must go.
Attack on Guinean president repelled
2011-07-19 15:15:44
Heavily armed assailants attacked the residence of Guinean President Alpha Conde early on Tuesday but Conde escaped injury and is in safety.
China-US governors forum 'historic': US
2011-07-20 06:40:37
A senior US official called last week's China-US Governors Forum historic, as the meeting in Salt Lake City strengthens mutual understanding.
Israeli navy takes over Gaza-bound ship
2011-07-19 19:18:51
Israeli naval commandos on Tuesday seized control of a French ship attempting to break Israel's blockade of the Gaza Strip, reporting no resistance during the takeover in international waters.
Japanese celebrate Marine Day in Tokyo
2011-07-19 09:13:23
Japanese celebrated Monday the annual Marine Day to give thanks to the ocean.
China to back imports of Japanese products
2011-07-18 20:00:45
China will support Japanese products entry into the Chinese market on the basis that they are safe, Minister of Commerce Chen Deming said.
US officials meet Gaddafi envoys
2011-07-19 09:21:26
US officials had met with representatives of Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi last weekend, in a bid to press him to step down.
Mandela Day honored around the globe
2011-07-18 21:26:44
In Nelson Mandela's 93 years birthday, a lot of best wishes poured in from around the globe for one of the world's most loved men.