The Federal Reserve is prepared to act "fairly soon" unless the economy shows substantially stronger growth, according to minutes of the Fed's last meeting. With the US recovery still looking fragile, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) minutes, … West Nile Virus on Track for Worst Year Ever - ABC News
The West Nile virus outbreak that has infected people in 38 states is on track to be the worst in history, a top official at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention told a news teleconference today. The CDC has recorded 1118 infected people … Older fathers pass on more new genetic mutations to offspring - Los Angeles Times
Men who become fathers later in life pass on more brand-new genetic mutations to their offspring, a study has found -- probably contributing to disorders such as autism and schizophrenia in the next generation. The finding, published online Wednesday in … CDC: More than 1100 cases of West Nile reported through August - Fox News
The Centers for Disease Control said Wednesday this is shaping up to be the worst year ever for West Nile Virus infections and deaths in the US The virus, transmitted by mosquitoes, is now to blame for 41 deaths across the country with more than 1100 … Christian group to hold conference on Pakistan blasphemy law
GENEVA (Reuters) – An influential Christian Church organization will hold an international conference in Geneva next month on Pakistan’s blasphemy law, after an 11-year-old Pakistani Christian was detained on accusations of defaming Islam. Religious and secular groups worldwide have protested over the arrest last week of Rifta Masih, accused by Muslim neighbors of burning verses from the Koran, Islam’s holy book. …
Ailing Egypt seeks $4.8 billion IMF loan
Egypt formally asked the International Monetary Fund for a $4.8 billion loan on Wednesday, seeking a desperately needed rescue package for its faltering economy but raising the possibility of painful restructuring in a country still reeling since its revolution more than 18 months ago. Iran clings to Asian oil market as sanctions bite
When Iran welcomes leaders to a world gathering next week, few will get a grander reception than India's prime minister. As Tehran tries to offset the squeeze from Western oil sanctions, there is no greater priority than courting energy-hungry Asian markets. Israel slams SAfrica over 'unacceptable' tags move
The Israeli foreign ministry dismissed as "unacceptable" a decision by the South African cabinet on Wednesday approving the placing of Occupied Palestinian Territory labels on imported goods from Jewish settlements. Togo authorities clash with protesters for second day
Togolese security forces clashed with protesters in the capital Lome for a second straight day Wednesday, with officers firing tear gas on demonstrators who responded by throwing rocks and burning tires.
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