Category Archives: World News

Pirate Attacks in Asian Waters Increase, Fewer Incidents in Africa — Report

Posted on October 18, 2010 by James

Pirates attacks in South China Sea, particularly in Indonesian waters, increased in an alarming rate over the first seven months of this year while fewer incidents were reported off the coast of Somalia. Continue reading →

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Chavez Pledges 200-Year Oil Supply to Belarus

Posted on October 16, 2010 by James

As sign of mutual respect, Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez vowed continuous oil supply to former Soviet Republic of Belarus for the next 200 years. Continue reading →

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Opposing Forces in South Sudan Mend Fences for Country’s Independence Vote

Posted on October 14, 2010 by James

Opposing forces in South Sudan – the government vs. dissidents and civil war militias – have set aside their differences as the region awaits the landmark referendum that would grant its independence. Continue reading →

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More Than 77, 000 Iraqis Killed in 5 Years – US Military

Posted on October 14, 2010 by James

The United States military has released a new data showing that more than 77, 000 Iraqi civilians and security personnel were killed over the last five years of occupation period. But Iraqi government officials said US military’s count is well below “real” score. Continue reading →

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French Labor Protests Cause Major Transport Headache

Posted on October 13, 2010 by James

Thousands of commuters on Wednesday were forced to elbow their way onto subways and buses, which were packed like sardines, following an open-ended strike against the French government’s plan to extend retirement age to 62. Continue reading →

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China Cancels Meeting with Norway after Nobel Peace Prize on Chinese Dissident

Posted on October 11, 2010 by James

The government of China has cancelled its scheduled meeting with Norway’s Ministry of Fisheries following the awarding of the Nobel Peace Prize to imprisoned Chinese democracy figure. Continue reading →

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Saudi King Intervenes Over Issue of “Fatwas”

Posted on October 10, 2010 by James

Conflicting interpretations over religious ruling or “fatwas” among clerics and religious leaders are now causing chaos in the Muslim community of Saudi Arabia prompting King Abdullah to step in and intervene. Continue reading →

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Hanoi Celebrates First Millennia

Posted on October 10, 2010 by James

The Vietnamese people celebrated the 1,000th founding anniversary of their capital city Hanoi with a lavish ceremony on Sunday, which aimed to show the whole world that it has moved forward from the once war-ravaged country to one of the leading economic players in Asia. Continue reading →

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Leadership Row Could Split Somalia’s Top Militant Group

Posted on October 8, 2010 by James

The Associated Press (AP) on Friday told that Somalia’s most powerful armed group, the Al-Shabab, is now on the brink of a major split following a rift between the top two leaders of the group. Continue reading →

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GM to Recall 4,000 Cadillac over Steering Problem

Posted on October 7, 2010 by James

Some 4,000 Cadillac sold in the United States and China were being recalled by General Motors following investigations that faulty power steering could lead to engine fires. At least one incident has already been reported. Continue reading →

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