Paris (France)
Renault chief presses for replacing old diesels
Mar 05, 2013 13:08 EST
Measures should be taken to replace the most polluting old diesel models in France, the head of French carmaker Renault, Carlos Ghosn, said here on Tuesday.
Tunisia assembly leader sees new govt shortly
Mar 05, 2013 12:46 EST
Tunisia's parliamentary speaker Mustapha Ben Jaafar said on Tuesday he expects a new government to be formed "in the next 24 to 48 hours", even if disputes remain over naming ministers and the political platform.
In Geneva, end of tunnel nowhere in sight for carmakers
Mar 05, 2013 10:29 EST
The Geneva International Motor Show opens its doors Tuesday under a dark cloud, with no sign of a speedy rebound in sight for the troubled European market.
Wales' prop Jenkins out of Scotland clash
Mar 05, 2013 09:29 EST
Gethin Jenkins will miss Wales' Six Nations match away to Scotland on Saturday with a calf muscle injury, interim head coach Rob Howley said on Tuesday.
European stocks rebound on Fed comments
Mar 05, 2013 06:26 EST
European stocks advanced Tuesday following an earlier rebound in Asia and after Wall Street closed within sight of a record high, as the Federal Reserve reaffirmed its aggressive stimulus policy.
London FTSE gains ground
Mar 05, 2013 03:25 EST
London equities rose at the start of trade on Tuesday mirroring gains made by Asian markets.
Qaeda source confirms leader slain, fuelling hostage fears
Mar 04, 2013 22:20 EST
An Al-Qaeda source has confirmed the death of one of the leaders of the organisation's north African wing, in the most significant success yet for the French-led operation against Islamist fighters in Mali.
Qaeda source confirms leader slain as families seek pause
Mar 04, 2013 17:18 EST
An Al-Qaeda source on Monday confirmed the death of one of the leaders of the organisation's north African wing, in the most significant success yet for the French-led operation against Islamist fighters in Mali.
US still intent on new Asia focus: State Department
Mar 04, 2013 16:50 EST
The United States remains committed to its so-called pivot to Asia, a senior US official said Monday, after a former senior White House advisor said it had been a regrettable choice of words.
Qaeda source confirms leader slain
Mar 04, 2013 11:51 EST
An Al-Qaeda source on Monday confirmed the death of one of the leaders of the organisation's north African wing, in the most significant success yet for the French-led operation against Islamist fighters in Mali.
Qaeda source confirms leader Abou Zeid slain
Mar 04, 2013 08:17 EST
An Al-Qaeda source on Monday confirmed the death of one of the leaders of the organisation's north African wing, in the most significant success yet for the French-led operation against Islamist fighters in Mali.
European stocks drop after US axes spending
Mar 04, 2013 08:01 EST
European stock markets sank on Monday, mirroring Asian equities, after US lawmakers failed to prevent $85 billion in spending cuts that were implemented late last week in the world's biggest economy.
London FTSE loses 0.41% at open
Mar 04, 2013 03:27 EST
London equities retreated on Monday at the open, with the benchmark FTSE 100 index of leading companies down 0.41 percent at 6,352.62 points.
French actor Omar Sy joins 'X-Men' cast
Mar 03, 2013 15:20 EST
French actor Omar Sy, who won praise for his starring role in the film "The Intouchables," has been added to the star-studded cast of the next "X-Men movie," director Bryan Singer has said.
Clermont turn on the power in Paris
Mar 02, 2013 11:31 EST
Clermont moved ahead of long-time leaders Toulon in France's Top 14 on Saturday with a runaway 37-10 win over Stade Francais at the Stade de France.
Chambers fury after Euro flop
Mar 01, 2013 16:48 EST
Controversial British sprinter Dwain Chambers crashed out of the European Indoor Championships on Friday when he failed to negotiate the 60m heats.
European stocks drop on Italy deadlock, US cuts
Mar 01, 2013 07:38 EST
Europe's main stock markets fell on Friday before the weekend as investors fretted over Italy's post-election deadlock, poor economic data, looming US budget cutbacks and a raft of company results.
Richard the Lionheart 'had mummified heart'
Feb 28, 2013 15:59 EST
Forensic scientists on Thursday announced they had delved into the embalmed heart of Richard the Lionheart, finding chemical evidence that the remains of England's Crusader king were handled with holy reverence.
Webber fastest in wet Barcelona test
Feb 28, 2013 13:26 EST
Australia's Mark Webber clocked the best time of the day at a rain-swept Barcelona as the final pre-season test of the winter endured a soggy start on Thursday.
Richard the Lionheart's heart analysed
Feb 28, 2013 10:27 EST
Forensic scientists on Thursday announced they had delved into the embalmed heart of Richard the Lionheart, finding chemical evidence that the remains of England's Crusader king were handled with holy reverence.
