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John McCain says he does not work for a party
Republican Senator John McCain said Thursday that, as president, he would bring an era of reform to Washington, bolster the economy and pursue alternate energy strategies, with the help of his vice presidential running mate, Alaska Governor Sarah Palin.
Republican VP pick rattles Obama strategists
Senator Barack Obama's team has built a reputation for discipline over the past 20 months, but Republican rival John McCain's maverick selection of 44-year-old Alaska Governor Sarah Palin, has reportedly created an atmosphere of uncertainty about what lies ahead in the run-up to the November 4th presidential poll.
General Petraeus says Iraq get-out could come quicker
The US commander in Iraq, General David Petraeus, has said he will call for the pullout of US troops from Baghdad within 10 months because of declining violence in the Iraqi capital.
Pakistan Chief Justice to be left in the cold
In Pakistan, the ruling party has decided in principle not to restore the deposed chief justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry and his fellow judges.
Global warming sea level rise may not be so dramatic
A new Colorado University study has pegged rise in sea levels to six feet by 2100, rather than the 20 feet feared by some scientists.
Lebanon will never be calm according to Hezbollah
The leader of the Lebanese Shia movement Hezbollah, Sheikh Hassan Nasrallah, has said his group will never lay down its weapons, even if the disputed Shebaa Farms in southern Lebanon are liberated from Israeli occupation.
Coal mine blast entraps Chinese miners
At least 10 people have been killed and eight are still missing in a coal mine gas blast in southwest China's Sichuan province.
Alligators used to instill fear during gang wars
A Rio de Janeiro drug gang has terrified slum residents with alligators.
Sarah Palin a big drawcard for TV viewers
Television monitoring services in the US have revealed that more than 40 million people tuned in to the Republican convention Wednesday to watch vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin.
Syria finds most wanted al-Qaeda man
Syria has arrested Lebanon's most-wanted terrorist suspect, Fatah al-Islam leader Shaker al-Abassi.
Beijing promises grand opening of Paralympics
Beijing, Sep 5 (Xinhua) Beijing has braced itself for the opening of the largest Paralympics Saturday, promising to re-enact the dazzle of the recently concluded Olympic ceremony.
Paes hungry for more, wants to win French Open with Cara
After winning the US Open mixed doubles title, ageless wonder Leander Paes is hungry for more and now wants to win the French Open title with partner Cara Black next season.
On-court coaching in WTA Tour events next year
New York, Sep 5 (Xinhua) Female tennis players will be allowed to consult with their coaches during matches starting next year, the Women's Tennis Association (WTA) announced here.
Federer keeps US Open semi-final streak alive
Roger Federer charged into a record 18th straight Grand Slam semi-final as he fought to oust feisty qualifier Gilles Muller 7-6 (7-5), 6-4, 7-6 (7-5) at the US Open.
Suspected US missile kill four children in Pakistan
Islamabad, Sep 5 (Xinhua) Four children were killed by missiles fired from a suspected unmanned US plane targeting militant hideouts in Pakistan's tribal area Friday, Geo TV channel reported.
Beijing Olympics gold medal for auction on Taiwan website
A Beijing Olympics gold medal was put up for auction on a Taiwan website, but the seller or the website later removed the posting, a newspaper said Friday.
Rise in sea levels by 2100 may be lower than some feared
A new Colorado University study has pegged rise in sea levels to six feet by 2100, rather than the 20 feet feared by some scientists.
Study throws up evidence of cell metabolism
Cell metabolisms have evolved to handle potentially harmful changes like gene deletions and mutations, according to evidence unearthed by Northwestern University team.
Journalists interpretation of
Scientists and the media define and conceptualise gene in different ways, defying the purpose of clarity and communication, according to a new study.
Kevin Keegan, Newcastle United part company
Confusion and rancour reigned on Tyneside Friday after manager Kevin Keegan's departure from Newcastle United was finally confirmed.
Australia mulls 10 percent emissions cut by 2020
Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd's top climate change adviser said Friday the nation's greenhouse gas emissions should be cut by 10 percent of 2000 levels by 2020.
Guy Ritchie steals Sienna Miller from Scott
Director Guy Ritchie has stolen actress Sienna Miller from Ridley Scott's Robin Hood movie 'Nottingham' to cast in his new detective film 'Sherlock Holmes'.
CEOs from outside more likely to be dismissed
Boards of directors commonly trip while hiring CEOs, especially if they are taking them from the outside, because they know little about the competence of the prospective new leadership.
Cuba dissidents ask Bush to suspend embargo for storm relief
Cuban dissidents have urged US President George W. Bush to suspend the economic embargo on the communist country to enable it to receive overseas aid following the devastating Hurricane Gustav, EFE reported Friday.
Genetic enhancer possibly gave us our human identity
A team led by Indian origin scientist Shyam Prabhakar has discovered a gene enhancer, HACNS1, that may have helped in the evolution of human thumb that gave us our identity.
UN urges increased development aid from rich countries
United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon has said development aid would have to increase to $18 billion a year if the world was to remain on track to achieving a set of anti-poverty goals by 2015.
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