Egyptian security officials say grieving families in the central province of Assiut have cut off roads and denied the prime minister access to the scene of a train accident that killed at least 49 kindergartners. Sextant of master of Titanic rescue ship for sale
A sextant owned by the captain of the first ship to respond to distress calls from the Titanic is being offered at auction.
Israel shoots down Tel Aviv-bound rocket
A revolutionary Israeli rocket-defense system knocked down an incoming rocket fired by Gaza militants over the skies of this bustling metropolis on Saturday, eliciting cheers from relieved residents huddled in fear. Tanzania, Malawi agree to mediation over border dispute
DAR ES SALAAM (Reuters) – Tanzania and Malawi agreed on Saturday to appoint an international mediator to resolve a long-running border dispute over Lake Malawi, thought to sit over rich oil and gas reserves. Malawi claims sovereignty over the entirety of Lake Malawi, Africa’s third-largest lake, while Tanzania says it is entitled to 50 percent of it. The dispute, which dates back half a century, has threatened to sour relations between the two countries. …
Sierra Leone votes peacefully, seeks development
Sierra Leoneans chose Saturday between keeping an incumbent president who has expanded health care and paved roads or electing an opposition candidate to lead this war-scarred nation still recovering a decade later despite its mineral riches. Georgia detains Saakashvili-era officials before trial
TBILISI (Reuters) – Ten former Georgian state officials were ordered on Saturday to stay in custody pending their trial for abuse of power in a case the opposition has described as a politically motivated persecution by the new government. The 10 are all senior Interior Ministry officials and their detention followed the arrest of a former interior minister, the army’s chief-of-staff, and another army commander. …
Barclays denies making "illegal payment" for Saudi license
DUBAI/JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia (Reuters) – Barclays did not make any "illegal payment" to win a banking license in Saudi Arabia, the bank said in a statement in response to a newspaper report last week that said U.S. authorities were looking at whether improper payments were made. The Financ ial Times had reported on November 10 that the United States Department of Justice (DoJ) was investigating whether Barclays made any improper payments to win a banking license in Saudi Arabia to operate a wealth-management arm and investment bank, citing people familiar with the investigation. … Israeli military says 'Iron Dome' system shoots down rocket aimed at Tel Aviv
TEL AVIV, Israel – The Israeli military says its “Iron Dome” rocket-defence system has shot down an incoming projectile bound for Tel Aviv.
Afghanistan says Pakistan will help in peace talks
A top Afghan peace mediator hailed Pakistan's recent decision to free nine members of the Taliban who favor negotiations, saying Saturday it was a sign Islamabad is willing to help bring the militant group to the table and end Afghanistan's 11-year-old war. Greeks march to mark 1973 student revolt against junta
ATHENS (Reuters) – Thousands of Greeks protesting against austerity policies rallied in Athens on Saturday to mark a bloody student uprising almost four decades ago against the military junta that then ruled the country. The annual protest often becomes a focal point for groups protesting against government policies. Students, teachers, workers and pensioners laid wreaths and carnations at the city’s Polytechnic school to honor the dozens killed in the Nov 17, 1973 revolt. “We must send (the government) a message. …
UFC signs first female fighter: (Rowdy) Ronda Rousey to debut for MMA juggernaut
Strikeforce bantamweight champion (Rowdy) Ronda Rousey has become the first female fighter to join the UFC.
Palestinian rockets target Tel Aviv for 3rd day
Israeli officials say Palestinian militants have fired a rocket toward the metropolis of Tel Aviv for a third straight day. Qatar Airlines to sell Cargolux stake after strategy differences
BRUSSELS (Reuters) – Qatar Airways is to sell its stake in Luxembourg’s all-cargo airline Cargolux after a disagreement over the future direction of the airline, a Cargolux spokeswoman said on Saturday. Qatar Airways bought a 35 percent stake from the Luxembourg government and other parties last summer, but has decided to pull out after failing to agree on a strategy for the airline during meetings on Friday. …
U.N. attack helicopters hit rebels in eastern Congo
KINSHASA (Reuters) – United Nations attack helicopters hit rebels positions in eastern Congo on Saturday after insurgents gained ground in heavy fighting, the U.N. said. The clashes to the south of the town Kibumba mean the rebels have got to within 30 km (18 miles) of Goma, the closest they have been to North Kivu’s provincial capital since a rebellion began there eight months ago. North Kivu governor Julien Paluku said the army retreated to the southern outskirts of the town after M23 rebels received support from neighboring Rwanda. …
China's Xi praises Hu for voluntarily giving up power
BEIJING (Reuters) – China's president-in-waiting Xi Jinping has praised his predecessor Hu Jintao for voluntarily stepping down from both his party and military posts, promisin g to uphold his legacy of defense modernization, state media said on Saturday. Hu, who remains China's president until March's parliament session, relinquished the much more powerful post of Communist Party boss on Thursday at the close of the once-every-five-year congress that selects the party's new leadership line-up. … 
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