Bad weather, shifting front lines and a hazardous overland journey are all contributing factors
Stranded Antarctic Expedition Awaits Second Rescue Attempt
While tweeting out good-natured Vines
China Eases One-Child Policy
And ends system of re-education through labor in historic change
Detained Americans Freed in Libya
The four military personnel were believed to have been reviewing evacuation routes for diplomatic personnel
South Sudan: Ceasefire Can’t Paper Over New Nation’s Widening Cracks
In July 2011, U.S. President Barack Obama welcomed the birth of South Sudan, a nation that emerged free of its northern neighbor after decades of war and millions of lives lost and ruined. “This historic achievement is a …
Chinese Icebreaker Delayed in Antarctic Ship Rescue
May need help from other rescue missions en route to the region
Case of Czech Gangster Reveals South Africa’s Dark Criminal Underworld
A Czech gangster likened both to Al Capone and James Bond is in the dock in South Africa, but his case shines a light on police corruption and the country’s vast criminal underworld
Anti-Putin Pussy Riot Members: ‘Drive Him Away’
Two of the three members were granted amnesty this week, and they say they will now focus their efforts entirely on activism.
Huge Python On The Loose After Killing Bali Security Guard
Police warn hotel guests of the 13-foot serpent
Muslim Brotherhood Protests Egypt Crackdown
The government crackdown on the Islamist group prompted supporters to take to the streets
Neighbors Endorse South Sudan Government Amid Violence
The regional bloc says it has South Sudan’s assurances that it will end hostilities, but violence across the country persists
Car Bomb Kills Three Coalition Soldiers in Afghanistan
151 coalition troops killed this year
Beirut Bombing: Is Lebanon Edging Back Toward Civil War?
Sunni politicians blame Hizballah and Syria