Syrian opposition talks with Russia, seeking to end civil war

Syrian opposition leader met Russia's foreign minister, opening a window to a possible breakthrough in efforts to broker an end to Syria's civil war.

Spain, Germany in transfer tussle for oracle octopus

Stephen Brown
Madrid zoo made a transfer bid for Paul the oracle octopus on Thursday, telling his aquarium in Germany it would outbid all others.

Escort revelations hit weakened Berlusconi

Stephen Brown
Reports that some women who attended parties hosted by Silvio Berlusconi were paid to have sex with guests have added to the Italian leader's problems

Defiant Berlusconi says 'nothing to apologise for'

Stephen Brown
Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi said on Friday he had "nothing to apologise for" over the sex scandals surrounding him and did not fear blackmail.

Italy OK's abortion pill despite church opposition

Stephen Brown
Italy's drug regulation agency on Thursday authorised the use of the abortion pill despite protests from the Roman Catholic Church.

Pope faces Muslim calls for unequivocal apology

Stephen Brown
Pope Benedict faced a growing chorus of demands on Tuesday for an unequivocal apology for remarks seen as portraying Islam as a violent faith, despite attempts by Western leaders and churchmen to defuse the crisis. Even United States President George Bush got involved, saying on Monday the pope had been "sincere" when he said sorry to Muslims.
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