Syria Civil War: Obama Warns Assad over Chemical Weapons
Chemical weapons movement would be a 'red line' for president that would change everything.
Leaving Car's Engine Running is an Offence in Dubai
Leaving a car's engine running and unattended attracts a hefty penalty of Dh300 (£52).
Top Gun Director Tony Scott Commits Suicide in Leap off Los Angeles Bridge
Reports claim 68-year-old film-maker left suicide note in car before jumping.
11-year-old Christian Girl Held in Pakistan for Burning Koran
Angry Muslims demand arrest of girl accused of burning verses from Koran in public.
Assange Asylum: Ecuador Gets Support from South American Neighbours
South American Union emphasises rights of embassies, while Assange tells US to end WikiLeaks witch-hunt.
Neil Heywood Murder: Gu Kailai Gets Suspended Death Sentence
Gu Kailai, wife of disgraced politician Bo Xilai, spared execution if she does not commit any additional crimes over next two years.
German Right Wingers Anger Muslims with Mohammed Cartoon
Berlin demonstrators claim to be exercising freedom of speech, while Muslims see actions as deliberate provocation.
Ministers Among 31 Dead In Sudan Plane Crash
Two government ministers among the dead in Sudan plane crash.
Iran and Hezbollah Warn Israel of Turning it into 'Living Hell'
Threat comes in the wake of reports that Israel could be preparing for a unilateral strike on Iran.
Japan and China in Fresh Spat over Uotsuri Island
Japanese activists land on disputed Uotsuri island and wave the Japanese flag, triggering protests in China.
Syria Civil War: Lakhdar Brahimi Appointed Special Envoy
Veteran Algerian diplomat charged with calming the escalating conflict.
South African President Initiates Probe into 'Mine Slaughter'
Questions are being raised on the use of guns against the miners who were armed only with clubs and spears.
Pussy Riot Jail Term Sparks Outrage across the World [PHOTOS]
Verdict is seen as a blow to freedom of expression and a bid to stifle dissent.
Arab Pharmacist Comes up With Halal Vitamins for Muslims
As most vitamins contain pork gelatin, the pharmacist decided to make halal vitamins for Muslims.
US Military Helicopter Crash in Afghanistan Kills 11, Taliban Claims Attack
Seven US servicemen among dead in Black Hawk crash in Kandahar - Taliban claims responsibility.
Britain and Ecuador in Diplomatic Row over Assange Asylum
Foreign secretary William Hague confirms that Assange will not be given safe passage but rules out storming embassy.
Syria Civil War: Frustrated UN Monitors Quit Peace Mission
As the monitors' mission comes to an end, UN plans to establish a liaison office in Damascus to extend its presence.
India's 66th Independence Day: Concern over Economy and Corruption [PHOTOS]
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh promises to revive stalled reforms to push growth.
Standard Chartered To Pay $340m Fine over Iran Deals
Bank receives hefty fine - but retains licence for its New York operations.
Syria Civil War: Syria Likely to Lose OIC Membership Despite Iran's Support
Two-thirds majority needed for the 57-member Islamic body to expel Syria.
Egypt: Hosni Mubarak was Blackmailed with Sex Tapes by Colleague, Claims Actress
Etimad Khorshid claims Intelligence Minister Safwat al-Sharif Used Hidden Cameras to Record Mubarak and Others.
Egypt: President Mohammed Mursi Ousts Seven Military Leaders, Changes Constitution
Mohammed Mursi forces defence minister Tantawi and six top military officials out.
Stuart Hazell to Appear in Court Over Tia Sharp Murder
Hazell to appear before Camberwell Green Magistrates' Court in south London via video link.
London Olympics 2012: Games Closes with Electrifying Ceremony [SPECTACULAR IMAGES]
Some of the biggest names in British music, including Spice Girls and George Michael performed.
Egyptian PM Qandil Offers Bizarre Solution to Power Crisis
Egyptians told to beat power shortage by wearing cotton and staying in one room.
Syria Civil War: Assad's Forces Executing Rebels
Syrian forces are targeting young rebels and executing them in a bid to stop the uprising.
Tia Sharp: Stuart Hazell Slapped with Murder Charge
Tia Sharp's grandmother Christine Sharp released on bail a day after she was arrested.
Saudi Arabia to Build All-Women City
Industrial city to help women pursue their career goals while abiding by strict Islamic principles.
Time and CNN Suspend Fareed Zakaria for Plagiarism
Zakaria is the latest top US journalist to admit passing another writer's work off as his own.
Tia Sharp Murder: Police Arrest Stuart Hazell after Finding the Body
Stuart Hazell, the 37-year-old boyfriend of Tia's grandmother, was believed to be the last person to have seen Tia Sharp.
