World News Third phase polls: Moderate to brisk pollingTimes of IndiaNEW DELHI: The stars trooped out and so did villagers on Thursday as millions of poor and the affluent voted in the third leg of India's general elections that even veteran politicians admitted was destined to give the country another coalition …50% turnout in 3rd [...]
Sky News Sri Lanka rejects West 'lectures'BBC NewsSri Lanka's President Mahinda Rajapaksa has again ruled out a ceasefire with Tamil Tiger rebels and says the West should not lecture him about it.Video: LTTE defector accuses group of civilian murder – 30 Apr 09 Al JazeeraSri Lankan MP did not canvass for BJP: Raja Times of [...]
BBC News Obama's goodwill is not enoughBBC NewsBy Paul Reynolds In his first 100 days, President Barack Obama has shown an ability to soothe ruffled feelings about the United States left by George W Bush.Video: At 100 Days, Obama Confident, but Not Content The Associated PressAfrica: Key to Obama Foreign Policy is Expanded Global Engagement [...]
European aid official say Burma’s political situation is undermining international donor support
Chinese health minister says if human case is found in country, authorities will report it in timely manner, quarantine patient and give treatment, according to plans and according to China’s laws and regulations
Mexican Health Minister Jose Cordova said Wednesday non-essential government services will be suspended for five days beginning on Friday
Hong Kong, the Philippines and Australia activated swine flu hotlines Thursday as part of stepped up efforts to prevent an outbreak
US officials say they are not planning to close border with Mexico
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