Pakistan clashes enter third day

Pakistan's army is engaged in fierce fighting for the third day running as its anti-Taliban drive continues in South Waziristan.

Top UN official arrives in Guinea

The head of a UN investigation into the killing of more than 150 opposition demonstrators in Guinea has arrived in the country.

China honoured in Central Africa

China pursues soft power in a 'China Week' held in the Central African Republic capital, Bangui.

US balloon boy case ‘was a hoax’

Colorado police say the incident where a US boy was believed swept away in a hot air balloon was a hoax.

US decision after Afghan result

The US says it will take no decision on more troops to Afghanistan until it decides its government is a "true partner".