Syrian rights activists say at least 12 people have been killed and many more wounded in a new bombardment by Syrian forces on the flashpoint city of Homs. Arabic satellite television stations broadcast images from Homs Monday that showed smoke billowing into the sky from buildings damaged in the attack. Several parts of the city […]
Activists: At Least 12 Killed in Syrian Attack on Homs
Posted February 6th, 2012 at 4:45 am (UTC-5)
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Romania’s PM Resigns Following Protests
Posted February 6th, 2012 at 4:40 am (UTC-5)
Romania’s prime minister has resigned after weeks of nationwide protests of his government’s tough austerity measures. Addressing his Cabinet Monday, Prime Minister Emil Boc said he will give up his mandate, saying he is resigning to “ease the social situation.” Mr. Boc’s announcement follows protests by thousands of Romanians who have braved freezing temperatures in […]
7 Killed in Philippines Earthquake
Posted February 6th, 2012 at 4:35 am (UTC-5)
Philippine officials say a strong earthquake has rocked the central Philippines, killing at least 7 people, with others missing. The U.S. Geological Survey says the 6.8-magnitude quake struck late Monday morning, north of the city of Dumaguete on Negros Island at a depth of 46 kilometers. The Associated Press reports the earthquake and the multiple […]
Activists: At Least 12 Killed in Syrian Attack on Homs
Posted February 6th, 2012 at 3:20 am (UTC-5)
Syrian rights activists say at least 12 people have been killed and many more wounded in a new bombardment by Syrian forces on the flashpoint city of Homs. Arabic satellite television stations broadcast images from Homs Monday that showed smoke billowing into the sky from buildings damaged in the attack. Several parts of the city […]
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth Marks 60 Years on Throne
Posted February 6th, 2012 at 3:05 am (UTC-5)
Britain’s Queen Elizabeth marks a major milestone Monday, kicking off diamond jubilee festivities celebrating her 60 years on the throne. The 85-year-old queen begins the jubilee Monday with a set of low-key visits to eastern England that will culminate with major celebrations over four days in June, including a pageant involving a flotilla of 1,000 […]
2 Killed in Pakistan Building Collapse
Posted February 6th, 2012 at 2:50 am (UTC-5)
Pakistan officials say say a three-story factory has collapsed, killing at least two people, including a child at least 10 years old. Authorities say emergency workers have rescued at least 13 people from the rubble. Dozens remain trapped. Officials say the building collapsed Monday in Lahore after a gas explosion. Authorities say the factory, which […]
1 Killed, Dozens Trapped in Pakistan Building Collapse
Posted February 6th, 2012 at 2:05 am (UTC-5)
Pakistan officials say a three-story factory has collapsed, killing at least one person and trapping dozens. Authorities say the building collapsed Monday in Lahore after a gas explosion. Officials say emergency workers have rescued at least 6 people from the rubble. A rescue official says the factory produced veterinary medical products.
1 Child Killed in Philippines Earthquake
Posted February 6th, 2012 at 12:50 am (UTC-5)
The U.S. Geological Survey says a 6.8-magnitude earthquake has hit the central Philippines, killing a child. The Survey says the quake struck Monday just before noon, north of the city of Dumaguete on Negros Island at a depth of 46 kilometers. The chief of the Office of Civil Defense said one child died when a […]
