Billionaire Branson urges investment in Zimbabwe
Michelle NicholsBillionaire Richard Branson has urged people to invest in Zimbabwe, saying the world was wrong to wait instead of helping the nation.
Russia, China veto UN resolution on Syria
Michelle NicholsRussia and China have vetoed a Western-backed UN Security Council resolution that threatened Syrian authorities with sanctions.
Kenya says world neglecting Somalia security threat
Michelle NicholsThe international community is neglecting the security threat from Somalia, Kenyan Foreign Minister Moses Wetangula said on Friday.
US investigators hunt New York car bomb culprits
Michelle NicholsInvestigators combed through security video and other evidence on Monday in the hunt for suspects in a failed car bombing in New York's Times Square.
Serbia urges UN members not to recognise Kosovo
Michelle NicholsSerbian President Boris Tadic appeals to the majority of UN countries who have not recognised Kosovo's independence to maintain that position.
New York City to consider banning fast-food toys
Michelle NicholsSeveral New York City council members unveiled a bid on Tuesday to ban toy giveaways to reduce the allure of fast-food restaurants.
UN ponders next step in Sudan conflict
Michelle NicholsThe UN Security Council has demanded that Sudan stop airstrikes on South Sudan as it considers what steps to take to stop clashes spiralling into war.
Investigators still interviewing NY bomb suspect
Michelle NicholsUS authorities were still questioning a Pakistani-American man on Wednesday, who they say admitted trying to bomb New York's Times Square.
Microfinance faces hurdles in empowering Afghan women
Michelle NicholsMicrofinance in Afghanistan is facing a shortage of skilled people to run programmes, as well as challenges in reaching rural areas.
New York evicts anti-Wall Street protesters
Michelle NicholsNew York police have evicted Occupy Wall Street protesters from a park in the city's financial district, two months after they set up camp.
