Middle - East

Berlusconi's key ally tells him to resign

Head of Northern League, one of Italian PM's perennial political allies, withdraws support ahead of crucial vote.

Tuesday, November 08, 2011 (AL JAZEERA)

Pilgrims killed in Indian stampede

Incident during religious ceremony on the banks of Ganges River in Haridwar leaves at least 16 people dead.

Tuesday, November 08, 2011 (AL JAZEERA)

Tendulkar smacks past 15,000 run landmark

Sachin Tendulkar reaches new batting high as India close in on victory against the West Indies in opening Test.

Tuesday, November 08, 2011 (AL JAZEERA)

Tensions rise in DR Congo in run-up to polls

Clashes erupt between rival factions in the east, raising fears of widespread violence in the African nation.

Tuesday, November 08, 2011 (AL JAZEERA)

Polls open in Liberia election amid tension

Violence casts a shadow over West African nation's presidential run-off vote boycotted by the opposition.

Tuesday, November 08, 2011 (AL JAZEERA)

Deadly roadside blast hits Afghan district

At least 11 deaths reported after roadside bomb targets police vehicle in northwestern Badghis province.

Tuesday, November 08, 2011 (AL JAZEERA)

Japanese giant Olympus admits to fraud

In about-face, Tokyo-based company admits a series of corporate acquisitions was used to mask massive losses.

Tuesday, November 08, 2011 (AL JAZEERA)

Italy's Berlusconi faces crucial budget vote

Embattled premier denies reports he will quit as European debt crisis deepens and eurozone finance ministers meet.

Tuesday, November 08, 2011 (AL JAZEERA)

Thai flood crisis to 'last for another month'

Officials say water-borne diseases on the rise as 12th district in Bangkok is given evacuation warning.

Tuesday, November 08, 2011 (AL JAZEERA)

Boxing legend Joe Frazier dead

The former world heavyweight boxing champion achieved immortality with his three fights with Muhammad Ali in the '70s.

Tuesday, November 08, 2011 (AL JAZEERA)

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