Egyptian police have cleared Tahrir Square of protesters who wanted to stage a sit-in following a demonstration demanding an end to emergency laws.
Campaigners’ petition dismissed by social network on grounds that material is opinion, "no matter how offensive".
Human Rights Watch has called on Libya’s new rulers to stop armed groups from rounding up suspected Muammar Gaddafi supporters and abusing them.
England needed a late try from winger Chris Ashton to overcome a fired-up Scotland 16-12 and creep into the quarterfinals on Saturday.
The outgoing Russian president denies political rivalry with current prime minister, claiming he was happy to step aside.
Public Protector Thuli Madonsela has cleared Gauteng premier Nomvula Mokonyane on claims of corruption, Mokonyane’s office said on Saturday.
Nato commanders face a tough balancing act during the bloody battle for Muammar Gaddafi’s last strongholds, Sirte and Bani Walid.
Tonga produced the upset of the Cup when they beat France 19-14 on Saturday but poor decision making cost the Pacific Islanders at least five tries.
Syrian troops fought intense battles with hundreds of fellow soldiers who have turned their weapons against the regime of President Bashar al-Assad.
Protesters who have camped out near Wall Street for two weeks marched on Friday on police headquarters in Manhattan.