Archive for 'World'

Newsweek: Did the World Cup wreck South Africa?

Friday, September 3rd, 2010

A spending bonanza before the tournament made it look as though the government cares about glitzy showmanship more than its workers. This week their frustration boiled over.

Strong quake hits New Zealand

Friday, September 3rd, 2010

A strong earthquake hit near New Zealand’s second-largest city, Christchurch, early Saturday. Radio New Zealand described the quake as “severe” and reported that power and water services were out across the city. New Zealand – South Island – Christchurch – Oceania – Travel and Tourism

7 defendants convicted in Portugal sex abuse trial

Friday, September 3rd, 2010

Seven people were convicted of child sex abuse in Portugal on Friday in a major trial that lasted nearly six years and shocked the country. Portugal – Child sexual abuse – Child abuse – Trial – Casa Pia

Castro dons uniform for first big speech in years

Friday, September 3rd, 2010

At 84 and having dusted off his military uniform, Fidel Castro on Friday addressed his first political rally since becoming ill and resigning as president in 2006. Fidel Castro – Cuba – United States – Caribbean – Politics

Harsh words from GoldenEye 64 designer

Friday, September 3rd, 2010

The designer of the original GoldenEye game is concerned that Activision won’t do the franchise justice in its upcoming remake. And he wants the world to know it.