August 8, 2012 Archives

Hillary Clinton Dances in Pretoria, South Africa

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton got her groove on while she danced at a party in Pretoria, South Africa.

The Olympic Houses: Bringing the Games to Life

At least 18 countries are showcasing what they have to offer by opening their diverse doors to the world.

Syria: What's Behind the Conflict

Syria has become the bloodiest uprising of the Arab Spring and has now descended into a full-blown civil war. Find out what's behind the conflict and what's at stake for the international community.

Syrian Town Mourns Victims of Recent Shelling

Syrian residents in the outskirts of Aleppo mourn victims of shelling.

Mexico Braces for Hurricane Ernesto

Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula braces as Hurricane Ernesto closes in on tourist hotspot.

Grumpy British Guard Screams at Children

A normally stoic guard engages with children on a fence.

Clinton Sees Need to Plan for Post-Assad Syria

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton says the defections of Syria's prime minister and other senior officials increase the urgency of planning for the ouster of Syrian President Bashar Assad.

Syria Refugees Want Assad to Suffer

President Assad made his first public appearance on TV in nearly three weeks meeting with Iran's security chief. Holly Williams spoke with some of Syria's refugees who don't want Assad dead because they want him to 'taste the suffering' they have had.

British Bank Accused of Laundering Billions for Iran

Investigation continues into the dealings with Iran by British banks.

The Future of China's Economic Relationship with America

John Quelch on the future of China’s economy and relationship with the U.S.

Yemen's Military Restructuring and Power Balance

Ben West discusses Yemeni President Abd Rabboh Mansour Hadi's move to restructure the military in an effort to consolidate his power.

In Focus: Russia's Pussy Riot

In Moscow, the trial of the activist-feminist group known as Pussy Riot continues into its second week.

How the Candidates Are Handling Iran

Assessing Romney, Obama's stances toward rogue nation.

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