EU bans arms exports to Central African Republic
(Reuters) – The European Union on Monday banned the export of arms and the sending of mercenaries to Central African Republic, which is racked by
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Cricket holy war on as Anglicans accept Vatican challenge
(Reuters) – Let the holy war begin. The holy war of cricket, that is. The Church of England on Friday formally took up the Vatican’s
‘The Hobbit’ tops ‘Anchorman’ sequel at weekend box office
(Reuters) – The dwarves and hobbits of “The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” proved too much for the much-publicized sequel “Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues,”
Beyonce talks surprise album, success at NYC event
NEW YORK (AP) — Despite all the hard work she put in on the songs and videos from her new album, Beyonce had her doubts
Apple, China Mobile sign long-awaited deal to sell iPhones
(Reuters) – Apple Inc said it has signed a long-awaited agreement with China Mobile Ltd to sell iPhones through the world’s biggest network of mobile phone users.
NBA takes center stage with Christmas showcase
For years, the NBA has made its mark on Christmas Day. The season may start at the end of October, but everything is geared toward
Alibaba rival JD.com to top sales target as Chinese shoppers flock to Internet
(Reuters) – JD.com, China’s second-largest e-commerce site, is set to exceed 100 billion yuan ($16.47 billion) in annual sales for the first time in a
In wake of budget deal, Congress slices up trillion-dollar pie
(Reuters) – As Washington empties out for the holidays, a final budget fight will play out in the nearly empty Capitol building as congressional staffers
U.S. will seek triggers to reimpose sanctions on Iran: Rice
(Reuters) – The United States and its allies will have ways to reimpose sanctions on Iran if the Islamic Republic is caught making bombs after striking a