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Russia: Evidence implicates Syria rebels

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 06:12 AM PDT

U.N. investigators are planning to return to Syria soon to follow up on several more allegations of chemical weapons use. The news will likely please Russia, which slammed a recent U.N. weapons report as "one-sided."

'Wall of trees' to save wildlife

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 05:45 AM PDT

Nairobi National Park is that rarest of things -- a conservation park located within a city -- and it is now a physical manifestation of the front lines in Kenya's human-wildlife conflict.

Man cheats death on train tracks

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 06:06 AM PDT

CCTV footage shows the moment a man accidentally steps into the path of a speeding train ... and survives. No audio.

Mexico slammed on 3 fronts

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 06:29 AM PDT

Severe weather was hitting Mexico from nearly all sides Wednesday as Tropical Depression Manuel, the remnants of Tropical Storm Ingrid, and a new area of low pressure threatened most of the country with rain.

U.N. report: Atrocities in North Korea

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 06:17 AM PDT

A mother forced to drown her own baby and a prison camp inmate compelled to eat rodents and lizards just to survive -- these are some of the horrific experiences documented by a United Nations inquiry into human rights violations in North Korea.

Man cheats death on train tracks

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 06:06 AM PDT

CCTV footage shows the moment a man accidentally steps into the path of a speeding train ... and survives. No audio.

'Wall of trees' to save wildlife

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 05:45 AM PDT

Nairobi National Park is that rarest of things -- a conservation park located within a city -- and it is now a physical manifestation of the front lines in Kenya's human-wildlife conflict.

Double-decker bus, passenger train collide in Ottawa

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 09:20 AM PDT

A double-decker bus and a passenger train collided in Ottawa Wednesday morning, killing six people and injuring at least 30 others, authorities said.

East, west, south: Severe weather slaps Mexico on 3 fronts

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 06:29 AM PDT

Severe weather was hitting Mexico from nearly all sides Wednesday as Tropical Depression Manuel, the remnants of Tropical Storm Ingrid, and a new area of low pressure threatened most of the country with rain.

Tanzania arrests 15 suspects in acid attacks

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 01:54 AM PDT

Tanzanian police have arrested 15 suspects following the latest acid attacks on the island of Zanzibar in recent months.

U.N. report: 'Unspeakable atrocities' in North Korea

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 05:39 AM PDT

A mother forced to drown her own baby and a prison camp inmate compelled to eat rodents and lizards just to survive -- these are some of the horrific experiences documented by a United Nations inquiry into human rights violations in North Korea.

Bahrain opposition leader arrested, charged with inciting terrorism

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 03:58 AM PDT

A leading opposition figure in Bahrain has been jailed after being charged with "inciting and advocating terrorism," Bahrain's Public Prosecution Office said. Activists in the tiny Persian Gulf kingdom, however, insist the charges against Khalil Al Marzooq are politically motivated and accuse the country's leadership of attempting to stifle dissent.

International adoption: Saving orphans or child trafficking?

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 05:47 AM PDT

As international adoption becomes more difficult, a growing number of voices are pushing to reduce restrictions. That's a mistake, critics say.

Chinese court sets date for Bo Xilai verdict

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 05:44 AM PDT

A court in eastern China said it will deliver the much anticipated verdict in the corruption trial of fallen high-flying politician Bo Xilai on Sunday.

15-second debate: It's the economy, Dummkopf

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 05:43 AM PDT

Germany's voters will cast their ballots this weekend to decide who will lead the country through a challenging time as it grapples with its leading role in the Eurozone crisis.

Egypt arrests Brotherhood spokesman

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 06:26 AM PDT

Egyptian security forces have arrested a Muslim Brotherhood spokesman as they continue to round up high-profile members of the organization.

'Snake Man' moves like a serpent

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 06:25 AM PDT

Introducing the Kenyan contortionist known as the "Snake Man." After growing up on the streets, he is now set to perform on New York's Broadway.

Opposition skips Mugabe ceremony

Posted: 18 Sep 2013 06:27 AM PDT

Zimbabwe's main opposition on Tuesday boycotted the ceremony for a new parliamentary session, during which President Robert Mugabe appealed to the West to lift sanctions on him and his Zanu PF party leadership.