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China fights to stop sale of looted relics

China Tuesday demanded the auction of two looted historic bronze sculptures in Paris be canceled, saying it broke international conventions. Paris Court Allows Auction
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British, French nuclear subs crash
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Business delegation starts European procurement tour
A business delegation of about 200 Chinese entrepreneurs arrived here Tuesday night, starting their four-state procurement tour in Europe.
Cash-rich Chinese are looking for American homes
A touching story from China
Hundreds of people were evacuated from the department store in a 32-story building after a fire broke out at around 12:20 on Wednesday afternoon.
Toxic water scare leaves a sour taste
Residents in Yancheng regain trust in tap water almost three days after it was declared 'safe', but anger remains over river pollution.
Cash-rich Chinese are looking for American homes
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Quake survivor ballets her way to school
Li Yue tied her long black hair into a ponytail and put on her pink-frame glasses yesterday morning just like she used to before leaving for school till May 12.
Cash-rich Chinese are looking for American homes
A touching story from China
Cash-rich Chinese are looking for American homes
A touching story from China
China has asked telecom operators in the country to stop charging extra fees for sending short messages to users in competing carriers to check the customer base erosion problem faced by smaller operators.
SFC may probe PCCW
The Hong Kong High Court has allowed local securities regulator 21 days to gather evidence related to the alleged vote rigging during the privatization program of telecom firm PCCW.
Chinese shares tumble 4.56% on Wall Street woes
Chinese share prices tumbled 4.56 percent Tuesday, as fears for economic downturn loomed and the confidence damped by Wall Street overnight fall to its worst finish since 1997.
Bosideng eyes mergers to beat slump
Instead of lying low to ride out the economic tsunami, Bosideng is moving to consolidate its lead in branding, ferreting out overseas acquisition opportunities and improving quality.
New financial woes brewing in US, warn experts
A second round of mortgage defaults - even more powerful than the sub-prime woes - will hit the US economy and lead to more bank closures and a prolonged recession, economists have warned.
Small insurers to be allowed to invest directly in stocks
Qualified small- and medium-sized insurers would be allowed to invest directly in China's stock market, according to a government official.
Japanese Emperor Akihito turned 75 on Tuesday, pledging to work for the betterment of the imperial family as his worries about the state of the world's oldest monarchy inflict a toll on his own health.
Infant, 5 others shot in US Mardi Gras parade
A Mardi Gras parade erupted into chaos on Fat Tuesday when a series of gunshots struck six people, including an infant.
Financial crisis, Japan vs U.S. - a comparison
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NY restaurant takes pity on 140-year-old lobster
A Japanese restaurant in New York took pity on a 140-year-old lobster and announced Friday that it would not end its days boiled in a pot but instead swim free in the Atlantic Ocean.
Financial crisis, Japan vs U.S. - a comparison
Britain 13 year-old father
World Financial Turmoil
Financial turmoil in the United States is taking toll on the global economy as the crisis spreads.
Financial crisis, Japan vs U.S. - a comparison
Britain 13 year-old father
Politician in nude photo offers to quit, PKR says hold on
Elizabeth Wong, whose nude photographs are being circulated, has tendered her resignation from both posts, but party leaders have yet to accept it.
Financial crisis, Japan vs U.S. - a comparison
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Beauties vie for Miss Philippines in Manila
Bibiining Pilipinas (Miss Philippines) beauty pageant 2009 contestants pose for the photographer during a media presentation in Manila February 24, 2009
Financial crisis, Japan vs U.S. - a comparison
Britain 13 year-old father
The Cleveland Cavaliers won their eighth game in a row while LeBron James became the youngest player to score 11,000 career NBA points in a 106-82 win over the New Jersey Nets on Tuesday.
Garnett injured as Jazz down Celtics
LOS ANGELES: Forward Matt Harpring delivered a go-ahead jump shot with one minute left to help the Utah Jazz complete a fourth-quarter comeback and defeat the Boston Celtics 90-85 on Thursday.
Tiger's wife gives birth to son - Charlie Axel
On the day Tiger Woods usually hoists a trophy at Torrey Pines, the world's No. 1 golfer was busy with the birth of his first son.
Hiddink prepared to double up with Chelsea
Russia coach Guus Hiddink said he was prepared to manage Chelsea for the rest of the season after receiving permission to combine the two jobs.
Del Potro living the dream in Shanghai and Davis Cup
Argentina's Juan Martin Del Potro has enjoyed a meteoric rise since July but playing in this week's Masters Cup is just the first of two dreams he will fulfil this month.
Mavs beat Knicks in OT to end 5-game skid
The losing streak felt like "two or three months" to Dirk Nowitzki, so the Dallas Mavericks didn't mind having to go a few extra minutes to end it.
China sends 359-member delegation for Universiade
Hosts China will send a 359-member delegation for the 24th Winter Universiade slated for February 18-28 in China's northeastern Heilongjiang province.
Welcome to our coverage of the 81st Academy Awards. Follow the hottest trends from this years's red carpet.
Spears' ex-boyfriend faces hit-and-run charges
A former boyfriend of pop singer Britney Spears was charged with three felonies on Tuesday in connection with an alleged hit-and-run two weeks ago, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's office said.
Paris Hilton pursues Pattinson
Paris Hilton shocked guests at an Oscars party by throwing herself at 'Twilight' star Robert Pattinson.
Just a minute with: Oscar nominee Kate Winslet
Kate Winslet, who has won wide acclaim in recent months for her performances in "Revolutionary Road" and "The Reader," has already picked up two Golden Globes and a BAFTA award to adorn her mantelpiece.
Rihanna makes first statement since assault
Singer Rihanna, speaking for the first time since being brutally beaten before the Grammy Awards, said Friday she is "strong" and "doing well."
ABC: Nicollette Sheridan leaving `Desperate Housewives'
ABC says Nicollette Sheridan is leaving "Desperate Housewives."
Artist, 78, launches first nude exhibition in cafe
A farmer-turned-artist has launched his first exhibition of nude photography in Guanhaiwei, Zhejiang province.
Audrey Hepburn's hat fashion
Audrey Hepburn's simple style and classic nature still influences our fashion choices today...
Actress Megan Fox poses at the 13th annual GQ magazine "Men of the Year" party in Los Angeles November 18, 2008.
Sex clinics will be open in every secondary school and college
Sexual health clinics could soon be open in every secondary school and college.
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It is Carnival Season in many countries around the world with a Roman Catholic heritage.
Prince Criticised
A well-respected Royal commentator has criticised Prince William for "doing almost nothing" in a documentary.
Dying Star's TV Marriage
A dying British reality television star was feeling unwell from "overdoing it" the day before her televised wedding, her publicist said Saturday.
Victim of Madoff Scandal
The only known Chinese victim caught in the Madoff scandal so far is Tang Jun, the former Microsoft China CEO.
Mercedes Recall
Mercedes-Benz will recall about 555 sedans in China for steering defects, China's quality watchdog said Wednesday.
Oscar Fashion Vote
Who looked fantastic on the 2009 Oscars red carpet?  Who do you think was the best dressed at the 2009 Oscars?
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Anne Hathaway arrives at the 81st Academy Awards in Hollywood.
81st Academy Awards
Actors Zac Efron and Vanessa Hudgens (R) arrive at the 81st Academy Awards in Hollywood, California February 22, 2009.

Governor apologizes for mine blasts

Shanxi Governor Wang Jun sobbing for nearly a minute during a news conference, while apologizing to the relatives of miners killed in the blast. 74 Killed in Mine Blast

Obama: US will revive past 'reckoning'

President Barack Obama promised a nation shuddering in economic crisis Tuesday night that he would lead it from a dire "day of reckoning" to a brighter future.