Cash-strapped Ukraine struggles to keep Russia gas supplies
Friday, 27 February 2015, 14:58
Last update: about 10 years ago
Associated Press
Cash-strapped Ukraine sought to buy time in its effort to ensure continued gas supplies from Russia, making a $15 million payment Friday to Moscow as it waits for international rescue loans to...
Russian man wakes up to find out his testicles had been stolen
Friday, 27 February 2015, 09:26
Last update: about 10 years ago
Police in Russia are tracking a gang - apparently including a doctor - who drugged a TV soap actor and removed his testicles, international media report. Dmitry Nikolaev, 30, had a drink with a...
Watch: Two loose llamas lassoed after running amok in Arizona
Friday, 27 February 2015, 08:10
Last update: about 10 years ago
Associated Press
Two quick-footed llamas that dashed in and out of traffic in a Phoenix-area retirement community were captured by authorities Thursday, causing a stir in the streets and on social...
Prince William strikes a friendly contrast to Japan's own prince
Friday, 27 February 2015, 08:04
Last update: about 10 years ago
Associated Press
Britain's Prince William, on his second day of his four-day trip to Japan, is having tea Friday with Crown Prince Naruhito. Both princes may be equally charming, but it is no contest which one is seen...
Cambodians angered over tourists' nude photo incidents at temples
Friday, 27 February 2015, 07:57
Last update: about 10 years ago
Associated Press
Cambodia's most popular tourist attraction — the complex of ancient temples that includes Angkor Wat — is suffering from a form of overexposure: At least five foreign visitors have been...
NATO ready to advise Libya on security, eyes more drones to bolster surveillance
Thursday, 26 February 2015, 15:52
Last update: about 10 years ago
Associated Press
NATO's chief said Thursday the alliance was ready to advise Libya's government on defense and security issues, saying the deteriorating situation in the country is posing new security threats for Europe that require a more robust defense....