- Monday, August 11, 2014 from CNN.comWhich is worse: Running for your life, or seeing lives end without food or drink? This is the dilemma for minority Yazidis who fled ISIS militants in northern Iraq.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from World news and comment from the Guardian | theguardian.comPeshmerga retake areas seized by Islamic State US backs Iraqi president in dispute with prime minister Maliki Thousands of Yazidi escape mountaintop sanctuary US reviewing options for evacuating trapped Yazidi Continue reading...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from CNN.comNASCAR driver Tony Stewart hit and killed another driver who was walking on a track during a dirt-track race in upstate New York, authorities said early Sunday.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from World news and comment from the Guardian | theguardian.comChuck Hagel confirms security ties with partners, including Japan and Australia, and to treaty obligations in the region Continue reading...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from BBC News - WorldParts of England and Scotland continue to be affected by high winds and rain brought by the remnants of what was Hurricane Bertha.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from World news and comment from the Guardian | theguardian.comPhotographs from the Guardian Eyewitness series Continue reading...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from CNN.comForces loyal to Iraqi Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki are deployed in key areas of Baghdad. Jim Sciutto has the latest.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from CNN.comThe U.S. military hit five targets in five hours, while some 20,000 Yazidi Iraqis who had been trapped on Mount Sinjar were rescued.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from Top NBCNews headlinesMichael Brown, 18, was shot “more than just a couple of times” by an officer in Ferguson, Missouri, on Saturday, according to county police.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from Top NBCNews headlinesHouse-high swells have been observed for the first time in the Arctic Ocean as waters that were once ice-covered open up.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from World news and comment from the Guardian | theguardian.comMilitary spokesman says Donetsk now cut off from other main rebel-held city, Luhansk Continue reading...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from BBC News - WorldAn Iraqi court rules PM Nouri Maliki's bloc is the largest in parliament, state TV says, appearing to support his quest to stay in office.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from Reuters: World NewsBAGHDAD (Reuters) - A bloc comprising Iraq's biggest Shi'ite parties is close to nominating a prime minister, the deputy speaker of parliament said on Monday, directly challenging Nuri al-Maliki who has refused to give up his bid for a t...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from BBC News - WorldAn American racing driver has died after being struck by the car of three-time Nascar champion Tony Stewart in New York.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from World news and comment from the Guardian | theguardian.comIsraeli soldiers relax by the Gaza border on Monday morning as a new 72-hour ceasefire gets underway. The truce, proposed by Egypt, began on Sunday evening and has appeared to hold so far. However there are reports that Gaza fired a rock...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from BBC News - WorldFive former energy regulators have suggested that too much regulation may have hindered competition among energy suppliers and kept energy prices high.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from Reuters: World NewsNAYPYITAW (Reuters) - China appeared to rebuff pressure from the United States to rein in its assertive actions in the South China Sea on Sunday as Southeast Asian nations declined to overtly back Washington's proposal for a freeze on pr...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from BBC News - WorldKings of Leon postpone a concert in New York after drummer Nathan Followill is injured on their tour bus.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from CNN.comIt's a region of crises next door.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from CNN.comGideon Levy argues Israel's mainstream is failing to tolerate dissenting views.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from CNN.comProtests around the death of an unarmed Missouri teen have turned violent. Affiliate KMOV is there.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from CNN.comConfrontations between police and residents of a St. Louis suburb raged into the night after a fatal weekend shooting of a teen by an officer.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)East African country tests German in first suspected case of deadly virus, as Hong Kong says results are negative.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from BBC News - WorldNew Star Trek director Roberto Orci makes "perfect sense" as the replacement for JJ Abrams, says star Simon Pegg.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)Kiev's forces prepare for "final stage" of recapturing Donetsk from separatists after making gains.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from BBC News - WorldA controversy erupts after an Indian policewoman in uniform danced on stage with Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan at a police gala in Calcutta.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from BBC News - WorldThe debate over expanding the UK's air capacity has heated up after record passenger numbers at both Heathrow and Gatwick airports in July.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from BBC News - WorldThe interim president of CAR chooses a Muslim prime minister to head a transitional government as part of efforts to end a year of religious conflict.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from Top NBCNews headlinesAs Hawaii cleaned up from Tropical Storm Iselle, emergency workers were attempting to rescue a sailboat "caught" in Hurricane Julio.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from World news and comment from the Guardian | theguardian.comTory and Labour politicians urge prime minister to call debate on military action amid more reports of Isis slaughtering minorities Continue reading...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)Head of Human Rights Watch denied entry after landing in Cairo ahead of release of report on mass killing of protesters.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from The Business InsiderNEW YORK (Reuters) - Amazon.com Inc <amzn.o> has halted pre-orders of some Disney movies, the Wall Street Journal reported, in what appears to be another contract dispute after the online retailer began a protracted spat with publi...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from CNN.comCNN's Alexandra Field reports on a deadly crash involving one of NASCAR's biggest names.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)Gang attacks high-security prison in raid that was aimed at freeing businessman imprisoned on child kidnap charges.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from Reuters: World NewsANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey's ruling party begins deliberations on the shape of the next government on Monday after Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan secured his place in history by winning the nation's first direct presidential election.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from CNN.comCNN's Tom Sater explains what a Supermoon is and when you will be able to see it.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from CNN.comViews of the "supermoon" from around the globe.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from Reuters: World NewsKIEV (Reuters) - Ukrainian government forces are preparing for the final stage of recapturing the city of Donetsk from pro-Russian separatist rebels after making significant gains that have divided rebel forces, a military spokesman said...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from Reuters: World NewsGAZA/JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Israeli negotiators were due in Cairo on Monday for talks on ending a month-old Gaza war with Palestinian militants, an Israeli government official said, after a new 72-hour truce brokered by Egypt appeared to ...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from AL JAZEERA ENGLISH (AJE)Pyongyang's human rights association says its report will counter the "lies and fabrications" of others.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from CNN.comA new cease-fire between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza conflict appeared to be holding Monday.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from Top NBCNews headlinesAn Egyptian-brokered cease-fire halting the Gaza war held into Monday morning, allowing Palestinians to leave homes and shelters.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from CNN.comWhich is worse: Running for your life, or seeing others' lives end without food or drink? This is the dilemma for minority Yazidis who fled ISIS militants in northern Iraq.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from BBC News - WorldDavid Cameron should recall Parliament to discuss the growing humanitarian crisis in Iraq, a Conservative MP says.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from CNN.comViews of the "supermoon" from around the globe
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from CNN.comIraqi troops, security forces and tanks surge into Baghdad as political turmoil deepens over who should lead the country.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from CNN.comIraqi troops, security forces and tanks surge into Baghdad as political turmoil deepens over who should lead the country.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from Most viewed RSSBoeing 777-300 grounded after flames spotted upon landing
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from Most viewed RSSAl Maliki remains defiant amidst international pressure for him to step down
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from World news and comment from the Guardian | theguardian.comVandalism and looting mars tribute to Michael Brown, 18, an unarmed black man who was shot by police after a street scuffle Continue reading...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from World News: CBSnews.comIsrael says no rockets from Hamas, and thus no airstrikes in Gaza as talks for longer-term peace to resume in Cairo
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from Novinite.com (Sofia News Agency)The confrontation between the Russia and the West over Ukraine will not cancel the planned construction of the South Stream gas pipeline, according to OMV CEO Gerhard Roiss. Roiss, as cited by RIA Novosti, commented that the gas pipeline...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from World news | Mail OnlineFollowing a string of military successes and with the broad support of the West, Kiev has taken a hard line against the rebel forces.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from AllAfrica News: Latest[The Herald]TODAY we join Zimbabweans at home and abroad in celebrating Heroes Day, a day set aside to remember the ideals and deeds of Zimbabwe's distinguished men and women, living and dead who dedicated their lives for our independenc...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from AllAfrica News: Latest[Daily Maverick]When a generator cable blew up and cut off the TV feed from Harare where Zimbabwe and South Africa were playing their only Test, it only underscored the SABC's complete failure to serve the public when it comes to sports ...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from Novinite.com (Sofia News Agency)Bulgaria's interim Prime Minister Georgi Bliznashki is expected to announce the names of the caretaker deputy ministers and political advisers on Monday, August 11. Ekaterina Zaharieva, Caretaker Deputy PM for Economy, will work with a t...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from Novinite.com (Sofia News Agency)Bulgaria’s tourism revenue is expected to drop by 10%-12% this summer hit by a fall in the Russian rouble and unusually rainy weather, an industry source has said. According to the head of Sofia-based Institute of Analyses and Assessment...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from AllAfrica News: Latest[This Day]Three Chadian nationals have been arrested by the police for allegedly raiding the Lagos home of the Osun State Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) gubernatorial candidate in today's governorship election, Sen. Iyiola Omisore, on Ju...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from - World RSS FeedScientists investigating the source of the deadly Ebola virus in West Africa believe that the latest outbreak can be traced back to a two-year-old toddler in Guinea.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from ABC News: InternationalBritish leader under pressure to recall Parliament and do more on Iraq
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from IBTimes.co.uk : WorldChina's economic fugitives at large in the United States are thought to number more than 150.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from AllAfrica News: Latest[Heritage]The health care system in Liberia is collapsing, hospitals closing down and medical workers fleeing from the Ebola epidemic, which is poised to worsen, Liberia’s foreign minister said last Thursday.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from ABC News: InternationalReport criticizes US for failing to investigate Afghan civilian killings during operations
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from World news | Mail OnlineEgyptian officials said the truce would help to resume humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip and allow for indirect discussions on a more lasting and comprehensive deal.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from IBTimes.co.uk : WorldFour wounded Palestinians in Israel's Operation Protective Edge flown to Ankara.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from MiamiHerald.com: WorldHundreds of lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transvestites, tooting horns and ringing chimes, took to the streets of Nepal's capital Monday for a colorful parade celebrating Gaijatra, a Hindu festival to remember the dead that is gleefu...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from - World RSS FeedA baby who was born three months premature has had his first 80 days in intensive care documented in an incredible time lapse video.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from World News From SFGateMADRID (AP) — Spain says it has imported a U.S.-made experimental drug to treat a Spanish missionary priest who was evacuated from Liberia last week after testing positive for Ebola.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from NPR Topics: WorldEmbattled Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki is taking his effort to keep his post to the courts after announcing he will file a legal complaint against the country's newly elected president.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from World from NewserMore than 100 prisoners have fled a high-security facility after it was hit by shelling in the rebel stronghold of Donetsk in eastern Ukraine, local authorities say. A jail riot was precipitated by a direct rocket hit that claimed the li...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from AllAfrica News: Latest[Leadership]Catholic faithful in the Abuja Archdiocese, yesterday, celebrated Sunday Mass without the usual shaking of hands, a symbol of 'sharing a sign of peace', which may be unconnected to the scare of the deadly Ebola Virus Disease ...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from ABC News: InternationalAPNewsBreak: US has begun directly providing arms to embattled Kurdish forces in Iraq
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from IBTimes.co.uk : WorldWashington only sold arms to Iraqi government but IS march forces change of heart.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from World News From SFGateThe deadlock over a new government has plunged Iraq into a political crisis at a time it is fighting a land grab by militants from the Islamic State in the country's north and west. Senior U.S. officials said Monday that the Obama admini...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from AllAfrica News: Latest[New Zimbabwe]THE Zanu PF youth congress ended well into the wee hours of Sunday with President Robert Mugabe staying up until 4am, watching aghast as the process was marred by vote buying, resulting in "rubbish" individuals being elected.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from AllAfrica News: Latest[This Day]Despite the re-election victory recorded by the Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola, in the state governorship election held on Saturday, the governor refused to show magnanimity in his victory and still slammed the federal go...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from AllAfrica News: Latest[VOA]West African countries hardest hit by Ebola are ramping up efforts to stop the virus from spreading.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from MiamiHerald.com: World
Egyptian authorities have denied entry to the executive director of the New-York based Human Rights Watch and another U.S. staffer ahead of a critical report by the group on mass killings in the country. - Monday, August 11, 2014 from AllAfrica News: Latest[New Zimbabwe]ZIMBABWE'S health authorities have moved to stop the deadly Ebola virus from entering the country with air travellers from affected West African countries now subjected to a 21-day health surveillance for ebola symptoms.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from IBTimes.co.uk : WorldMartial arts students create intricate formations as they are suspended over stadium in Nanjing.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from World News From SFGateCAIRO (AP) — An Egyptian-brokered cease-fire halting the Gaza war held into Monday morning, allowing Palestinians to leave homes and shelters as negotiators agreed to resume talks in Cairo. In Cairo, the Egyptian Foreign Ministry said th...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from MiamiHerald.com: World
Turkey's election commission is expected to confirm the election of Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan as president following the country's first direct vote for the post. - Monday, August 11, 2014 from World News From SFGateFORT MEADE, Md. (AP) — Federal prosecutors are asking a military judge to reconsider his decision to try one of the men accused of plotting the Sept. 11 terror attacks apart from the other four. Prosecutors are asking Army Col. James Poh...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from mirror - World newsThe Argentinian legend angrily confronted the reporter while his children watched from his car as the 'Hand of God' returned
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from MiamiHerald.com: WorldLocal authorities say more than 100 prisoners have fled from a high-security facility after it was hit by shelling in the rebel stronghold of Donetsk in eastern Ukraine
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from MarketWatch.com - Top StoriesFed Vice Chairman Stanley Fischer says he sees a strong role for monetary policy to support the U.S. recovery.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from RIA NovostiMore than 100 prisoners escaped from a high-security prison in the eastern Ukrainian city of Donetsk after it was shelled, leaving at least one prisoner dead and another 18 injured, the city council’s website said Monday.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from MercoPressBrazilian oil output reached a record 2.246 million barrels per day (bpd) in June and exceeded the previous record of 2.231 million bpd in January 2012, the National Agency of Petroleum (ANP) reported. Output is up 2.6% from May 2014 and...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from AllAfrica News: Latest[Radio Dabanga]Paris -The delegations of the National Umma Party (NUP) and the Sudan Revolutionary Front (SRF, an alliance of the main rebel movements) today announced the 'Paris Declaration': their statement to unite Sudan's opposition ...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from AllAfrica News: Latest[Daily Trust]Governor Rauf Aregbesola has been declared winner of the August 9th gubernatorial election in Osun State.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from MercoPressBrazil's Broad Consumer Price Index (IPCA) ended July at 0.01%, the Brazilian Geography and Statistics Institute (IBGE) reported. This figure reflects a decrease compared to June (0.4%) with transport and personal expenses items, contrib...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from Nation & World - chicagotribune.comWASHINGTON/EDGARTOWN Mass. - The United States is exploring options to evacuate thousands of Iraqi civilians trapped on a barren mountain in northern Iraq by Islamic militants, after four nights of humanitarian relief airdrops, U.S. offi...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from IBTimes.co.uk : WorldIslamic State fighter Khaled Sharrouf wrote: "that's my boy"
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from Novinite.com (Sofia News Agency)Bulgarian airline BH Air could launch direct flights to the United States next spring – 16 years after national carrier Balkan Airlines made its last flight to New York. BH Air could launch direct flights from Sofia to New York and Chic...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from IBTimes.co.uk : WorldFormer World Bank chief economist says China growth could stick at 8% thanks to late developing advantage.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from RIA NovostiBritish environmental activists fear a Yorkshire national park may be turned into an industrial fracking facility as the country's Third Energy company got permission to drill for gas in the area, The Independent reported Monday.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from ABC News: InternationalSenior US officials: Obama administration has begun directly arming Kurds in Iraq
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from World news | Mail OnlineSome 150,000 Yazidis fled their homes after the militants overran their main town of Sinjar in northern Iraq last week.
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from MercoPressFIFA President Sepp Blatter has challenged his critics to “take the risk” and stand for election against him next year. Although he did not identify potential rivals in the ballot scheduled in May, he appeared to target UEFA President Mi...
- Monday, August 11, 2014 from ViralNewsChartMichael Brown was shot and killed on Saturday leading to a weekend of angry demonstrations.
