Pussy Riot case: Russian court hears appeal in Moscow
A Russian court has begun hearing an appeal by three activists from punk band Pussy Riot. In August, three members of the group were jailed...
Europe
France unveils tough budget, Spain’s Rajoy wins time
(Reuters) – France unveiled an austerity budget that would tax business and the super rich, but a report showing Spain’s banks needed a manageable 59...
Assange mocks Obama via video at U.N. event
(Reuters) – WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, speaking via a choppy video feed from his virtual house arrest in London, lashed out at U.S. President Barack...
Milan fashion opts for light, timeless and wearable
(Reuters) – Designers at Milan Fashion Week delivered lightweight and flowing dresses for the thrifty woman seeking a timeless look that will last more than...