Ukraine Rebel Leader Claims New Attack On Mariupol
The attack follows a rebel rocket barrage that hit an open-air market in the port city, killing at least 15 civilians.
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Ukrainian Separatists Reportedly Abandon Peace Talks
The rebels are reported to have seized control of the Donetsk Airport days after the Kiev government had declared it had taken the destroyed facility.
Greeks Doubtful Election Will Speed Economic Recovery
Greeks go to the polls this Sunday in early parliamentary elections. An anti-bailout leftist party is leading in the polls, but the election could still end in deadlock.
Soccer Player Suspended For Making Calls During Match
In Ukraine, a pro soccer player for the other team said he'd watch as his opponent got the phone out from time to time, called someone and conversed. The calls didn't help, that team lost 2-1.
For Many French Jews, Anti-Semitism Has A Clear Source
French Jews say anti-Semitism, an issue for generations, is now coming largely from radical Muslims. Jewish emigration has been rising, but many Jews also say they're determined to stay in France.
'Charlie Hebdo' Gunmen Are Textbook Case Of Radicalization
The 2 brothers responsible for the attack on a Paris weekly went from scofflaws to violent jihadists. We trace the younger brother's history. He is thought to be the driving force behind the attack.
French Prisons Prove To Be Effective Incubators For Islamic Extremism
Two of the men involved in the Paris attacks met in prison, where they transformed from small-time criminals to jihadists. France is now redoubling its effort to prevent radicalization in its prisons.
European Central Bank To Try Its Hand At Quantitative Easing
The European Central Bank will begin buying up Eurozone country government bonds in a bid to stimulate Europe's flagging economy. The Federal Reserve implemented a similar program after the 2008 financial crisis, and it is credited with helping to keep the U.S. economy on track.
London Mayor Boris Johnson Settles U.S. Tax Bill Ahead Of Visit
Johnson, who holds dual U.S.-U.K. citizenship, had called the IRS bill "outrageous" and said he wouldn't pay it. But The Financial Times reports he has settled the approximately $44,000 bill.
European Central Bank Launches Stimulus Plan
The ECB will begin buying up eurozone member government bonds in a bid to stimulate Europe's flagging economy. America's Federal Reserve had a similar program that aided recovery from its 2008 crisis.