Mayans pray for Obama ahead of visit
2011-03-22 08:27:43
El Salvador's Maya Indians on Sunday invoked the forces of nature in an ancient ritual to help US President Barack Obama - set to visit the Central American nation - make wise decisions.
Radio operator discloses US special operation
2011-03-22 08:26:34
A Dutch ham radio operator has been able to learn about a psychological US special forces operation undertaken as part of the international military campaign designed to establish a no-fly zone over Libya.
Britain does not have duty to intervene in unrest
2011-03-22 08:25:26
The majority of British people believe Britain does not have a duty to intervene in Libya, according to a poll unveiled on Monday.
Lack of consensus on Libyan bombings
2011-03-22 08:21:55
As US and European forces rained missiles and bombs on Libya over the weekend, international consensus remained elusive on the intervention scheme.
Gadhafi compound bombed
2011-03-22 08:17:56
Western forces launched a second wave of air strikes on Libya overnight and officials in Tripoli said a missile intended to kill Muammar Gadhafi had destroyed a building in his fortified compound.
Ban urges Libya to end violence against civilians
2011-03-21 22:13:27
UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon urged Libyan authorities to end violence against civilians in a press conference held in Cairo on Monday with Arab League (AL) chief Amr Moussa.
Arab League chief says he respects UN resolution
2011-03-21 21:21:07
Arab League chief Amr Moussa said on Monday he respected a U.N. resolution authorising military action in Libya, after earlier comments suggested he was concerned by actions taken by Western powers.
Putin likens Libya resolution to crusade calls
2011-03-21 20:35:37
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin on Monday likened the UN Security Council resolution supporting military action in Libya to medieval calls for crusades.
People enjoy World Water Day
2011-03-21 20:26:48
Children enjoy a day in the pool at a water park in Lima March 20, 2011, ahead of World Water Day on Tuesday,March 21,2011
USGS: strong quake hits NE Afghanistan
2011-03-21 20:23:19
The United States Geological Survey says a strong earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 5.6 has struck northeastern Afghanistan. Police in the region say there are no immediate reports of injuries or damage.
Oil up on Libya strikes
2011-03-21 20:22:55
The weekly average price of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) last week dropped slightly to 107.77 U.S. dollars per barrel last week, the Vienna-based cartel said Monday.
Turkey wants quick end to Libya intervention
2011-03-21 20:20:01
Turkish Defense Minister Vecdi Gonul said Monday it was the UN's decision, not NATO's, to set up a no-fly zone over Libya, indicating again Turkey's reluctance to support NATO intervention against Libya.