At least 31 Syrian civilians and soldiers were killed in violence that continued Sunday while voters were casting ballots for a new constitution that the Syrian opposition and Western governments call a farce. The constitution would create a multi-party system in Syria, which has been governed solely by the Baath Party since 1963. But even […]
Syrians Vote on New Constitution as Death Toll Mounts
Posted February 27th, 2012 at 1:40 am (UTC-5)
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Suicide Attack Kills 9 Amid Protests in Afghanistan
Posted February 27th, 2012 at 1:30 am (UTC-5)
Afghan police say nine people have been killed in a suicide car bombing outside an airport in eastern Afghanistan used for civilian and military flights. Several others were wounded in the blast early Monday at the gates of Jalalabad airport. Provincial officials say most of the casualties appear to be civilians. Two airport guards and […]
Australian PM Wins Leadership Ballot
Posted February 27th, 2012 at 1:15 am (UTC-5)
Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard on Monday declared the political drama to be over, after easily winning a leadership ballot against party rival Kevin Rudd, whom she ousted as prime minister in June of 2010. Media reports say Ms. Gillard, Australia’s first female prime minister, defeated Mr. Rudd by a wide margin – 71 votes […]
The Artist Wins Big at Oscar Awards
Posted February 27th, 2012 at 12:05 am (UTC-5)
The black-and-white film The Artist was the big winner at Sunday’s 84th Oscar awards, capturing best picture and major awards for its director and lead actor. Frenchman Jean Dujardin won the Oscar for best actor for his role in the film about a struggling silent-era movie star, while Michel Hazanavicius was honored as best director. […]
Suicide Attack Kills 6 Amid Protests in Afghanistan
Posted February 27th, 2012 at 12:05 am (UTC-5)
Afghan police at least six people have been killed in a suicide car bombing at the gates of Jalalabad airport in eastern Afghanistan. Several others were wounded in the blast early Monday. Provincial officials say most of the casualties appear to be civilians. The Taliban has claimed responsibility for the attack. It was not immediately […]
