Group Behind Mumbai Terror Still Viewed as a Major Threat

Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba has persisted, even flourished, since 10 recruits killed 163 people in a rampage through India?s financial capital.

Quake Near Samoa Sets Off Tsunami

An underwater earthquake sent waves over the Samoa islands early Wednesday, reportedly killing about 14 people but falling short of a regional disaster.

Call to Fight Hints at Brown?s Last Hurrah

Gordon Brown tried to project a jaunty image during a speech at a Labour Party conference that many in Britain believe will be his last as prime minister.

Over 150 Protesters Killed in Guinea

Security forces opened fire on thousands of opponents of the ruling military junta gathered at a stadium in the capital for a protest.

Putin Sounds More Welcoming Tone to Foreign Investors

Russia's prime minister said the state must now step back from the economy and let private enterprise take the lead in pulling Russia out of recession.

China?s Ties With Iran May Snag Sanctions

As the United States issues new calls to punish Iran over its nuclear program, it is not clear that Washington?s interests are the same as Beijing?s.

Obama in New Round of Meetings on Afghanistan

President Obama met with NATO?s secretary general, who was noncommittal about a troop buildup.

Suicides in France Put Focus on Workplace

A recent spate of suicides at France Télécom has revealed a paradox of French society: Despite strong labor protections, workers see their lives at work as profoundly insecure.