Saudi Border With Yemen Is Still Inviting for Al Qaeda

A line that once barely existed and was straddled by tribes is now guarded, but the desert boundary is hard to control.

British Airways Chief Criticizes U.S. Security Rules

The United States is making excessive demands for screening, including measures it doesn?t require on domestic flights, he said.

Néstor Kirchner, Former Argentine President, Dies

Mr. Kirchner, 60, was the current president?s husband, and he was expected to run for president again in 2011.

New Zealand Reaches Deal on ?Hobbit?

Prime Minister John Key said Wednesday the government would offer additional financial incentives and clarify local labor law to address union concerns.

Aid Request Snags Korea Talks

A request by North Korea on Tuesday for huge shipments of fertilizer and half a million tons of rice has derailed talks about further reunions of Korean families.

65 Killed in Roof Collapse in Afghanistan

A roof collapsed during a wedding on Wednesday in northern Afghanistan killing 65 people, nearly all women and children, said police.

Democrats Retain Edge in Campaign Spending

While much of the talk has been about outside groups supporting Republican candidates, when it comes to head-to-head spending, the Democrats are ahead.