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For the first time since the Kofi Annan-sponsored peace plan came into effect, world leaders including Russia and China agree on a transitional government to end violence in Syria.

Mohammed Mursi promises to protect all Egyptians and take a woman and a Coptic Christian as his vice-presidents. But the role of the army remains a cause for concern.

Scientists have found that earth is taking longer time to complete one day or technically a solar day. So they added an extra second or leap second to compensate for earth's slow rotation.

The victim is in a critical condition in intensive care after losing several fingers and a part of an ear.

An international team of astronomers detects major changes in the atmosphere of a planet, HD 189733B, located beyond our solar system.

Relations between the military council and the Brotherhood remain tense on the eve of the swearing in of president-elect Mohammed Mursi.

Study finds children in lowest socio-economic groups are more than two years behind in terms of reading skills compared to higher socio-economic groups children.

While the US insists that Assad must go, Russia is against the removal of the Syrian president.

British woman accused of smuggling £3.2m worth of heroin wants charge deferred to receive medical care for her and children.

Fresh wave of anti-government and anti-austerity protests sweep across Sudan.

Sambo Dasuki takes on national security adviser role with three-week deadline by president to finish off Islamic terror group.

Iran switches names, flags and ports of ships to confuse Western officials tracking its oil exports.

Belarus president Alexander Lukashenko continues to stir up controversy on Venezuela visit by saying youngest son being groomed for succession.

Organisers claim event is celebration of life while critics brand it 'totally macabre'.

President Bashar al-Assad dismisses UN-Arab League envoy's proposals and ramps up criticism of Turkey.

Assange argues that asylum law both internationally and domestically in the UK takes precedence over extradition law.

Myanmar delivers strong warning to opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi to refrain from name seen as legacy of British colonial rule.

Close to a million people evacuated in India while more than 100 die in Bangladesh.

The High Park fire was believed to have been caused by lightning, but the reasons for the Colorado Springs fire remain under investigation.

Tanker was loaded with 40 tons of gasoline when it collided with truck in Guangzhou city and caused huge fire.

UN and Arab League special envoy Kofi Annan proposes transitional government in Syria that includes members of Assad's regime and rebels.

Chinese scientists claim that they have now established China's capability to transport humans and cargo into space..

European leaders agree to take action against spiralling borrowing costs of Spain and Italy.

Landmark 'Obamacare' reform keeps the US on a course towards guaranteeing health care for all its citizens.

Saudis were angered by the case of a prisoner Arwa Baghdadi who is about to give birth behind bars after being held in custody without charges for several months.

Amnesty International accuses other countries of fuelling conflict in South Sudan through supply of weapons.

Human rights charity blames 'widespread discrimination' against gay, lesbian and transgender people.

Human ancestors consumed parts of trees like bark and leaves, as well as sedges, shrubs or herbs, rather than grass

Death toll rises to 27 in the latest incidents of clashes between the security forces and Islamic militants in the northern parts of Nigeria.