Former Massachusetts governor Mitt Romney is focusing his attention on New Hampshire, the next state to hold a nominating contest, after a narrow victory in Iowa. Romney campaigned in New Hampshire Wednesday with Arizona Senator John McCain, who was the Republican Party presidential nominee in 2008. The New Hampshire primary is January 10. Romney slammed […]
Romney Wins Iowa, Bachmann Ends Presidential Campaign
Posted January 4th, 2012 at 3:50 pm (UTC-5)
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Russian Dissident Udaltsov Released
Posted January 4th, 2012 at 3:35 pm (UTC-5)
Russian protest leader Sergei Udaltsov has been released from jail after a month in detention since organizing anti-government demonstrations. Udaltsov emerged from detention late Wednesday to a snowy Moscow night and cheers from supporters gathered to greet him. He said the anti-government protesters, who say the country’s political system is corrupt, will continue their activities […]
Belarus to Implement New Curbs on Internet Use
Posted January 4th, 2012 at 2:30 pm (UTC-5)
Belarus is set to impose tough new restrictions on Internet use starting on Friday. A new law that goes into effect January 6 will allow authorities to impose fines on Internet service providers, cybercafes and individual users if Internet surfers visit foreign websites or conduct online business with clients outside Belarus. Fines up to about […]
Obama Defies Republican Opposition, Names Consumer Watchdog
Posted January 4th, 2012 at 2:20 pm (UTC-5)
U.S. President Barack Obama took his economic message on the road Wednesday, naming a new consumer watchdog in a recess appointment that has angered Republicans. Opponents in the Senate had blocked the vote on the nomination of Richard Cordray to head the new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. President Obama told an audience in the state […]
China, Kenya and 20 Other Countries to Get Newest iPhone
Posted January 4th, 2012 at 2:20 pm (UTC-5)
Apple’s newest iPhone will soon be available in China, Kenya, Uganda and a host of other countries, part of the company’s effort to distribute its top-selling smart phones faster than ever. Like the previous iPhone’s, the iPhone 4S works as a cellular telephone, a still camera, and a video camera while also allowing users to […]
European Union Agrees to Ban Iranian Oil Imports
Posted January 4th, 2012 at 2:15 pm (UTC-5)
European Union governments have agreed to ban imports of Iranian oil as part of a Western campaign to pressure Iran over its controversial nuclear program. EU diplomats said Wednesday the governments of the 27-nation bloc agreed in principle on an Iranian oil embargo but need more time to discuss when to implement the measure. France […]
Greek Leader Warns of ‘Uncontrolled Default’
Posted January 4th, 2012 at 2:05 pm (UTC-5)
Greek Prime Minister Lucas Papademos says his country faces an “uncontrolled default” unless worker unions and employers can agree on wage cuts to boost Greece’s economic competitiveness. The interim Greek leader met with labor leaders and business representatives Wednesday, warning them that international creditors will not approve a new $169 billion bailout for Greece unless […]
India, China Meet Over Indian Traders Allegedly Held Hostage
Posted January 4th, 2012 at 1:40 pm (UTC-5)
China’s ambassador to India met with India’s foreign minister in New Delhi on Wednesday and vowed to resolve a diplomatic dispute over two Indian traders allegedly beaten and held against their will in eastern China. Following the meeting, China’s envoy to India, Zhang Yan, said the Chinese government “attaches great importance to this matter” and […]
German Chancellor Stands Behind Embattled President
Posted January 4th, 2012 at 1:40 pm (UTC-5)
German Chancellor Angela Merkel said Wednesday she has confidence in the nation’s embattled president, Christian Wulff. The president is under pressure to resign for alleged attempts to kill a news report on a controversial home loan he received. A spokesman said the chancellor has full confidence that Mr. Wulff will answer all questions completely. The […]
Yemeni Official: President Saleh Scraps Plan to Visit US
Posted January 4th, 2012 at 1:40 pm (UTC-5)
A Yemeni minister says President Ali Abdullah Saleh has scrapped a plan to travel to the United States after ruling party members urged the outgoing leader to remain in the country. Deputy Information Minister Abdo al-Janadi said Wednesday some lawmakers want Mr. Saleh to stay to ensure the success of a Gulf-sponsored plan for the […]
