BBC NewsMali conflict: French set for key ground combatBBC NewsFrench troops are set for their first major ground combat with Islamist rebels in Mali after heading out from the capital, Bamako. A convoy of about 30 armoured vehicles set out on Tuesday for Diabaly, 350km (220 miles) to the north, a town captured by the ...France to triple troops in Mali, regional deployment deal delayedXinhuaMali conflict: French troops prepare for ground offensiveTelegraph.co.ukFrance's Decision to Intervene in MaliNew York TimesGlobe and Mail -Wall Street Journal -The Times (subscription)all 11,562 news articles »

Channel News AsiaPakistani protesters rally for third dayChannel News AsiaISLAMABAD: Pakistani protesters rallied for a third day Wednesday in the largest political demonstration seen for years in the capital, calling on the government to quit after the Supreme Court ordered the arrest of the prime minister. Tens of thousands of ...Charges against PM Ashraf rooted in old case, says USDAWN.comSupreme Court order: Reeling from blow, PPP mulls next moveThe Express TribuneMilitary, Judiciary allied against govt: ChaudhryPakistanToday.com.pkThe Nation -Khaleej Times -Daily News & Analysisall 1,187 news articles »

LivemintMinister: Warning shots possible for Chinese airspace incursionAsahi ShimbunJapan's defense minister indicated on Jan. 15 that the Self-Defense Forces would fire warning shots with tracer bullets at any Chinese aircraft ignoring radio and other warnings to leave Japanese airspace over the disputed Senkaku Islands in the East China ...Japan-China tension increasing over Senkaku IslandsThe HankyorehUS delegation looks to mend fencesChina DailyChina planning to map out territorial islands, including SenkakuThe Japan Daily PressChina.org.cn -Telegraph.co.uk -Xinhuaall 408 news articles »

Oil wealth will benefit all Ghanaians- Mahama tells outgoing Norwegian ...GhanaWebPresident John Mahama has re-echoed his government's determination to ensure every Ghanaian benefits from the wealth of the country. He was speaking at a meeting with outgoing Norwegian ambassador to Ghana Tom Tyrihjell at the Castle. He said ...and more »

Daily MailAssault weapons ban and background checks to be included on Obama's gun ...Daily MailRepublicans say Obama is overstepping his bounds and Texas Rep. Steve Stockman has threatened impeachment; As he unveils his gun legislation Wednesday, Obama will be joined by children who wrote him letters expressing concerns about gun safety ...How Congressional Republicans Can Win the First Battle in the Spending WarAmerican ThinkerObama gun panel draws lawsuitPolitico (blog)Obama gets ready for hard road ahead with gun-control initiative Add to ...Globe and MailChina Daily -Daily Caller -CBS Newsall 6,992 news articles »

The Daily StarEgyptian Lawyer To Undergo Imprisonment, Lashing In Saudi ArabiaRTT NewsAn Egyptian lawyer has been sentenced to four years in jail and 400 lashes for trying to smuggle a banned drug into the ultra-conservative Saudi Arabia, media reports said. Ahmed Al-Gizawi was arrested in April 2012 after he allegedly tried to smuggle into ...Saudi Arabia: Egyptian Rights Lawyer Is Convicted on Smuggling ChargesNew York TimesEgyptian lawyer gets jail term in Saudi caseAljazeera.comEgyptian gets jail, lashes in SaudiIndependent Onlinegulfnews.com -Businessweekall 198 news articles »

TIMELance Armstrong's finally confesses to be a drug cheat; can cricketers stay away ...Cricket CountryLance Armstrong (above) interviewed by Oprah Winfrey regarding the controversy surrounding his cycling career. Oprah's exclusive, no-holds-barred interview with Lance Armstrong, will be aired on January 17 and 18. Getty Images. Lance Armstrong's fall ...Oprah's Armstrong Confession Threatens Fox Champ 'Idol'BloombergOprah's OWN network gets ad premium for Armstrong confessionReuters Canada'Emotional' Lance Armstrong finally comes cleanDaily News & AnalysisToronto Star -Hindustan Times -Dallas Morning Newsall 9,793 news articles »

The NationNAB 'unwilling' to arrest Raja as PM in RPPs caseThe NationISLAMABABAD - The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) here on Tuesday indicated that it would not arrest Prime Minister Raja Pervez Ashraf while he is in office in connection with the implementation of Supreme Court order in the Rental Power Projects ...Pakistan turmoil deepens as court orders PM's arrestTVNZPak PM's arrest orderedKhaleej TimesPM should resign after SC's verdict: legal expertsSouth Asian News AgencyDAWN.com -The News International -Times of Indiaall 1,149 news articles »

HaaretzWatchdog: Israeli West Bank settlement record shows intent to sabotage ...Fox NewsJERUSALEM – An Israeli watchdog says Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's settlement policies during his four-year term show intent to make a Palestinian state impossible to create. The Peace Now group said in a report released Wednesday that nearly ...Teenager killed in wave of clashes with IDF across Palestinian territories ...RTPalestinian teenager (16) killed by Israeli army close to West Bank fenceIrish TimesThe return to #BabalShamsAljazeera.comJerusalem Post -Los Angeles Times -Al-Arabiyaall 813 news articles »

ABC NewsMartin Luther King Jr. Day in BeachwoodPatch.comMonday, Jan. 21 is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. For some, the national holiday honoring the prominent civil rights activist is a time to give back and serve the community, be it through removing graffiti or picking up litter in a local park. For others, it's an ...Martin Luther King Jr. Day events planned for areaWilliamsport Sun-GazetteMLK Jr. Day to again be marked in Portland without LePage, King memorialThe ForecasterCouncil Approves Memorial Highway/ GadsdenTv24Tbo.com -GoErie.com -Macon Telegraph (blog)all 842 news articles »

Examiner.comOne Direction in Ghana for Red Nose Day; Niall Horan calls it an 'eye-opener'Examiner.comRelated topics. The X Factor · one direction · ghana · Red Nose Day · Comic Relief · Niall Horan. Advertisement. On January 14, 2013, One Direction spent Red Nose Day in the African country of Ghana. Red Nose Day is a designated day to raise money for ...One Direction's Red Nose Day Ghana Charity TripThe Hot HitsOne Direction Travels to Ghana on Comic Relief Trip, Harry Styles Tweets "Most ...E! Online'We are the most selfish people ever': One Direction reflect on 'life changing ...Mirror.co.ukMTV News Australia -New York's 92.3 NOW -Fanlalaall 42 news articles »

Telegraph.co.ukBarack Obama to unveil gun control planTelegraph.co.ukMr Obama will urge a reluctant Congress to ban military-style assault weapons and high-capacity ammunition magazines like those used in the Dec. 14 killing of 20 primary school children in Newtown, Connecticut. The broad package Mr Obama will ...Debt to the people: Congress and the president must come to termsPittsburgh Post GazetteHe's lecturing us?The Augusta ChronicleTough obstacles ahead for Obama's gun violence plan; president to outline ...Washington PostGlobe and Mail -Fox News -BBC Newsall 6,931 news articles »

Times of IndiaAbe starts Southeast Asia tripBangkok PostTOKYO - Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Wednesday left for Vietnam, the first of three countries making up his first overseas trip since he was selected as Japan's prime minister last month. The four-day trip will begin today in Vietnam. He then will ...China to survey Diaoyu Islands: FM spokesmanXinhuaJapan's Prime Minister Heads to SE AsiaVoice of AmericaA very rash act by the USChina DailyBaltimore Sun -The Chosun Ilbo -Wall Street Journalall 434 news articles »

Deutsche WelleFrance pledges help to Mali until stability returnsDeutsche WelleMali is to have French military support until it can restore stability, according to French President Francois Hollande. Meanwhile, Chancellor Merkel has said Germany supports the intervention, but will limit its aid. Speaking during a visit to the United Arab ...Canada right to offer support to Mali – but should have consultedGlobe and MailFrench operation fraught with uncertaintyIrish TimesFrench triple troops in Mali, prepare for assaultTimes of IndiaWall Street Journal -AFP -Sky News Australiaall 10,916 news articles »

CBS NewsObama set to propose tough gun control measuresCTV NewsU.S. President Barack Obama will propose wide-ranging gun law reforms on Wednesday, setting the stage for what is expected to be a bitter fight between his administration, Republican lawmakers and firearms owners. Obama is expected to recommend a ...Congressman pushing Obama impeachment likens president to Saddam ...Daily CallerLive at 10:30: Presidential press conferenceSioux Falls Argus Leaderall 7,065 news articles »

Africa's next Nobel LaureateGhanaWebPerhaps the most prestigious and coveted award in the world is the Nobel Peace Prize. It has been given for the past half-century to some of the most distinguished, influential, and admirable individuals in the world of politics and political activism. In its history ...and more »