Army's role in fall of Mohamed Morsi stirs fears among Egyptian protesters
The part of the armed forces and police in toppling the former president has gained praise but activists warn against 'military fascism'On Friday night, the five-mile drive between Tahrir Square in...
View ArticleGeorge Zimmerman trial: signs jury nearing decision
Request for clarification from panel of six women suggests verdict in case of killing of Trayvon Martin may arrive soonA jury deciding the fate of George Zimmerman, the Florida neighbourhood watch...
View ArticleAustralian authorities abandon search for missing asylum seekers
Eight people still unaccounted for and one baby confirmed dead after vessel foundered north of Christmas IslandAuthorities have called off the search and rescue mission for eight people still missing...
View ArticleTrayvon Martin: how a teenager's death sparked a national debate
Issues of race and gun law came to the fore thanks to civil rights leaders, protests and the influence of social mediaTrayvon Martin so nearly went to his grave unnoticed, his death barely recorded...
View ArticleProsecutors defend bringing murder case against George Zimmerman
All the facts of Trayvon Martin's death came out in court, but the jury system must be respected, lawyers sayThe prosecutor who charged George Zimmerman last year has defended her decision to bring a...
View ArticleLabor targets Tony Abbott with plan to float carbon price a year earlier
Labor gambles that electoral advantage of escaping fixed price will offset budget hole and Senate oppositionLabor is seeking to turn the politics of the carbon tax back on Tony Abbott, saying its...
View ArticleIsrael targeted Russian-made missiles in Syria, US officials say
Reports suggest Israel attacked anti-ship cruise missiles sent to Assad regime near the port of LatakiaUS officials say Israel targeted advanced anti-ship cruise missiles near Syria's principal port...
View ArticleRamadan – news and resources round up
Millions of Muslims around the world have begun a month-long fast during daylight hours for Ramadan. Here are some resources to help you explore the festival in classIt's the ninth month of the Islamic...
View ArticleDozens killed in attacks on Sunni mosques in Baghdad
At least 21 killed as intensity of violence across Iraq increases in the first week of RamadanBombs exploded outside two Sunni mosques in Baghdad late on Saturday, killing at least 21 people leaving...
View ArticleGlee star Cory Monteith found dead in hotel room
Police say no foul play suspected after the actor was discovered in his room at a hotel in VancouverCanadian actor Cory Monteith, heart throb of Fox's musical-comedy television series Glee, has been...
View ArticleWhy can't food waste be fed to pigs?
For years the pig bin was a part of every canteen and kitchen, but then it was banned. Now campaigners want to bring it backPigswill used to be big. Edd Colbert, campaign co-ordinator of the Pig Idea...
View ArticleCory Monteith: memorable Glee moments
Following news of the Glee star's death in Vancouver, we look back at his career on the show that made him a starVicky Frost
View ArticleCory Monteith's death confirmed by Vancouver police – video
Vancouver police confirms that Canadian actor Cory Monteith has been found dead in a Vancouver hotel room
View ArticleWe want privacy from the government, but we're an open book on social media |...
There's outrage about the NSA's 'spying' on citizens, but many of us are willing to share our personal lives and locations dailyI recently trailed a friend – inadvertently – through New York City,...
View ArticleProtests after George Zimmerman acquitted in Trayvon Martin case – video
Protesters gathered outside the Florida courthouse where George Zimmerman was acquitted on Saturday of the murder of Trayvon Martin
View ArticleLast telegrams are sent in India as service discontinues - video
The last telegrams are sent in India as the country's telegraph service ends on Sunday
View ArticleAfter I wrote about my rape, again | Sohaila Abdulali
In the wake of last year's horrific gang-rape in India, I revisited my own experience. Now, I feel lucky I can put it behind meThe World Health Organization recently came out with the first global...
View ArticleAustralian woman seriously injured during Spanish bull run
23-year-old undergoes surgery and four others taken to hospital after final run of San Fermín festival in PamplonaAn Australian woman was seriously injured after being gored during the final bull run...
View ArticlePrivacy campaigners demand review of snooping laws
Groups write to select committee raising concerns about the way ministers and intelligence agencies have interpreted lawSeven of the UK's leading human rights groups and privacy campaigners have...
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