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Colombian government negotiators leave for landmark peace talks with Farc rebels in the Cuban capital, Havana, aimed at ending five decades of conflict.

* Jindal, Walker, Graham aim to broaden party's appeal * Republicans must stop insulting voters, Jindal says WASHINGTON, Nov 18 (Reuters) - The Republican Party needs to stop insulting voters and broaden its appeal after...

Pope Tawadros II, 60, was elected after the death of Shenouda III in March - who led the church for 40 years.

An MP stabbed while meeting a constituent in 2010 held the most surgeries in London last year, it is revealed.

The mother of Columbine shooter Dylan Klebold says ina new book that she prayed for him to commit suicide when she was told he was a suspect in the attack.

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By Andy Sullivan WASHINGTON, Nov 18 (Reuters) - Leading U.S. lawmakers expressed confidence on Sunday that they could reach a deal to avert the "fiscal cliff" even as they laid down markers on taxes and spending that may...

Expect even more backward drift in the Chinese economy.

Mexican President Felipe Calderón drew international headlines this week when he said the United States didn’t have the “moral authority” to lead a drug war, after the states of Colorado and Washing...

ARLINGTON, Texas — For every play but one, Tony Romo protected the ball through a career-high seven sacks and led a rally to put Dallas in position to win. That one play almost cost the Cowboys dearly Sunday. Dan ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are starting to look and talk like a legitimate playoff contender. The Bucs had to work a little extra to keep their playoff surge alive Sunday. Josh Freeman threw a 15-y...

DETROIT — The Green Bay Packers are winning again, and they aren't too concerned about how they look doing it. Aaron Rodgers threw two touchdown passes, including a 22-yarder to Randall Cobb with 1:55 left, and th...

Oops! I love the things Jenna Goudreau said in last week’s article about the 10 Worst Communication Mistakes for your career – particularly her notes about what it takes to be viewed as a leader. As Jenna n...

ATLANTA — On a miserable day, Matt Ryan came through when it counted for the Atlanta Falcons. Ryan overcame a career-worst five interceptions, guiding Atlanta to its only offensive touchdown in the fourth quarter,...

ST. LOUIS — For at least one day, the New York Jets halted the downward spiral. Mark Sanchez was solid for the first time in several weeks, the unquestioned No. 1 quarterback presiding over a turnover-free offense...

Aaron Rodgers threw two touchdown passes, including a 22-yarder to Randall Cobb with 1:55 left, and the Green Bay Packers came through with a 24-20 win over the Detroit Lions on Sunday.

Sounds like things are heating up for Sean Penn. The actor, 52, is reportedly interested in British singer Florence Welch, 26, after meeting her two weeks ago at the Gucci Art charity event in Los Angeles, Calif. Sources...

TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan ruling party lawmaker Mieko Nakabayashi isn't just worried that her Democratic Party will lose power in next month's election; she fears a comeback by rival conservative Liberal Democrats will spe...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Cincinnati Bengals are back to eyeing the playoffs. The Kansas City Chiefs are looking forward to the end of the season. Read More... More on NFL

Attack believed to be aimed at Hamas official increases death toll of military offensive to 67 people At least 11 members of one family, including five women and four children, were killed when Israel bombed a house in G...

Feature film The Angels' Share, actor Gregor Fisher and BBC Scotland's investigations unit are all honoured at the Scottish Baftas.

Wake up and smell the latte! We’re witnessing a major security breach here.