News of the World presses roll for the last time
Britain's News of the World went to press for the last time on Saturday, ending its 168-year history of scoops and scandal with the headline "Thank You and Goodbye."
Berlusconi firm fined 560 mn euros in bribery appeal
A Milan appeals court Saturday ordered Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi's holding company Fininvest to pay 560 million euros in a bribery case.
South Sudan becomes an independent nation
South Sudan has become the world's newest nation, the climax of a process made possible by the 2005 peace deal.
Former US First Lady Betty Ford dead at 93
Former US First Lady Betty Ford, who turned her battles with two devastating illnesses into triumphs, has died at the age of 93, reports said.
IMF releases new funds for Greek rescue
The IMF said it was releasing 3.2 billion euros to Greece as part of its joint bailout with the European Union for the debt-stricken country.
Haunted house, 3D Cars to hit screens this summer
Vietnamese horror movie "Between The 2 Worlds" will be among the many blockbusters to entertain audiences this summer, with premieres on July 22.
Tuna species urgently need protection: IUCN
The reference organisation for the conservation status of Earth's animals and plants said that most species of tuna are urgently in need of protection.
French prosecutors probe Strauss-Kahn rape claim
French prosecutors began a preliminary inquiry into allegation by a writer that former IMF chief tried to rape her in 2003, judicial sources said.
Vietnam bags 47 medals at 3rd ASEAN School Games
The third ASEAN School Games closed in Singapore. The Vietnamese sports delegation won 47 medals, including 20 golds, 16 silvers and 11 bronzes.
NASA space shuttle programme prepares for final mission
Atlantis is poised to blaze a path into history when it propels toward the heavens on the last-ever mission of American space shuttle programme.
140,000 Filipinos 'could lose jobs in Saudi'
Up to 140,000 Philippine workers could lose their jobs in Saudi Arabia due to a domestic helper ban, the Filipino labour minister said Thursday.
Stars gather for Potter's final world premiere
The stars of "Harry Potter" worked the red carpet for the last time together before the world premiere of the saga's final installment.
ECB digs in on rates, Greece, provides cover for Portugal
The European Central Bank stuck to its guns Thursday, hiking interest rates to tame inflation, and offering help for Portuguese banks.
Phu Quoc dogs attend world canine show 2011
Two Phu Quoc ridgeback dogs will attend the FCI World Dog Show 2011 to be held in Paris from July 7-10.
Reports on death of ex-leader 'pure rumour': China
China's media said reports claiming former president Jiang Zemin had died were "pure rumour".
Huge quake sparks tsunami scare in N.Z., Tonga
A powerful 7.6-magnitude undersea earthquake triggered tsunami alerts for New Zealand and Tonga.
36 trapped after China coal mine fire: state media
At least 36 people are trapped underground at a coal mine in eastern China after a fire broke out, state media reported Thursday.
13-year-old violinist to perform across Vietnam
Violinist Do Phuong Nhi, 13, will join the Vietnam National Symphony Orchestra to perform in major cities in a concert tour held by Toyota Vietnam.
New model could predict higher risk for miscarriage
Doctors in Britain revealed they have developed a new model to help determine which pregnancies run a higher risk of miscarriage.
China raises interest rates amid inflation fight
China raised a key interest rate Wednesday for a third time this year as it tries to cool surging inflation.
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