Hottest car among executives in China: The Buick Minivan
August 21, 2012
When an individual travels around China, they will see one car model that is quite popular - especially among executives. Read Article »
New species of owls found in the Philippines
August 21, 2012
A recent report issued by Michigan State University (MSU) illustrated two new species of owls that were found in the Philippines. Read Article »
U.S. soccer beats Mexico on its own soil for the first time
August 20, 2012
Mexico may have just taken home the gold medal during the 2012 Olympics, but the United States stunned a crowded Azteca Stadium when they defeated the country in a 1-0 victory last Wednesday, according to The Associated Press. Read Article »
Berlin Zoo welcomes baby elephant Anchali to the family
August 16, 2012
Baby animals are beloved by many around the world, so when an exotic creature is born in captivity, the event tends to capture the attention of millions, and this is no different for a baby elephant born at the Berlin Zoo. Read Article »
Brazil looks to London to help prepare for the 2016 Olympics
August 15, 2012
Even though the London Olympics just ended, Brazil is already getting ready to take its turn as the next host of the Summer Games in 2016. Read Article »
Upcoming NHL season may be postponed as contract negotiations continue
August 14, 2012
Most hockey fans are familiar with season-long lockouts in the National Hockey League (NHL) that took place during the 1994-95 and 2004-05 seasons, and it looks like the organization may be facing a similar situation this year. Read Article »
South Africa comes out on top for African nations at the Olympics
August 13, 2012
The 2012 London Olympics are over, and while South Africa was not one of the overall champions, they did emerge as the most successful African nation at the Summer Games. Read Article »
Russia slated to win more gold medals in women's gymnastics
August 9, 2012
With 225 of the 302 events in the 2012 London Olympics completed, there aren't many more medals to be had, but Russia may wind up with at least one more gold. Read Article »
Director James Cameron makes steps to bring 3D technology to China's movie industry
August 8, 2012
China's movie industry is growing at a pretty rapid rate, and internationally acclaimed director James Cameron (Avatar, Aliens, The Terminator) is getting involved in the up-and-coming industry. Read Article »
Brazil will take on Mexico for the Olympic Gold in soccer
August 8, 2012
On Tuesday, Brazil defeated South Korea on the football field at the 2012 London Olympics soccer semifinals, which means they will now have the chance to compete for the gold medal. Read Article »
Brazil breaks medal-free streak in Olympic boxing
August 7, 2012
Even though the boxing finals are not over yet, Brazil is celebrating as the athletes have secured two guaranteed spots in the winner's circle. Read Article »
Oscar Pistorius, a double-amputee, qualifies for men's 400-meter race at London Olympics
August 6, 2012
For the first time in Olympic history, one of the qualifying athletes is a double amputee. Read Article »
Mexican singer, Chavela Vargas, passes away at 93
August 6, 2012
Chavela Vargas, one of Mexico's nationally acclaimed singers, passed away recently at the age of 93. Read Article »
Prince Harry visits with Canadian Olympic athletes
August 3, 2012
Germany may have won the gold in the men's eight rowing race, but Canada's silver medal team got the star treatment, as well. Read Article »
Germany takes the gold in men's rowing
August 2, 2012
While China and the U.S. are leading the Olympic Games in terms of medals, they're not the only nations making it onto the podium. Read Article »
Chinese athlete accused of doping amid hot streak of gold-medal wins
August 1, 2012
China is making quite a splash at the 2012 London Olympics - the Asian nation has already earned 13 gold medals by the end of day four. Read Article »
China dominates men's gymnastics at the Olympic Games
July 31, 2012
The 2012 London Olympics are in full swing, and many champions have already been named, including the Chinese men's gymnastics team. Read Article »
Two movie theaters in Chihuahua were robbed during The Dark Knight Rises premiere
July 31, 2012
When the latest installment of Christopher Nolan's Batman movies, The Dark Knight Rises, hit theaters in Mexico, two cinemas were robbed. Read Article »
Russia defeats Canada in women's basketball at the Olympics
July 30, 2012
The Russian women's basketball team defeated Canada with an impressive comeback at the London Olympics. Read Article »
South Africa gets first Olympic gold in men's 100-meter breaststroke
July 30, 2012
South African swimmer Cameron van der Burgh recently won the 100-meter breaststroke at the London Olympics. Read Article »
Nigeria welcomes back ancient artifacts
July 27, 2012
American authorities seized a number of ancient carvings at New York's John F. Kennedy Airport earlier this week, and now these statue pieces will make the long journey home to Nigeria. Read Article »
Former South African cricket player will undergo more eye surgeries
July 26, 2012
When South African cricket star Mark Boucher, 35, suffered a traumatic eye injury in a game against England, he was forced to end his career early. Read Article »
Russian cargo ship fails to redock with ISS
July 25, 2012
In the past year, Russia's space program has seen more failures than successes, and the failed docking of an unmanned cargo ship with the international space station (ISS) adds yet another mission to the list. Read Article »
Canada sees crime rates fall to lowest levels in 40 years
July 24, 2012
Statistics Canada recently released its annual crime report, and the data indicates there were fewer crimes reported in 2011 than there have been since 1972. Read Article »
Protests continue following Nieto's presidential victory
July 23, 2012
There has been a great deal of unrest among Mexican citizens following the recent presidential elections and these feelings of unease erupted into protest in Mexico City over the weekend. Read Article »
Nigeria to face Olympic Cameroon Lionesses in upcoming AWC
July 23, 2012
The eighth annual African Women's Championship (AWC) is coming up in October, and the groups have been drawn, pitting Nigeria's national team, the Super Falcons, against the Indomitable Lionesses of Cameroon. Read Article »
Dennis Rodman meets father briefly in the Philippines
July 20, 2012
International basketball star Dennis Rodman recently met with his estranged father at a bar in Manila. Read Article »
Wednesday, July 18, marked Nelson Mandela's 94th birthday
July 19, 2012
July 18 was Nelson Mandela's birthday, and people across South Africa and around the world honored this freedom fighter and former president. Read Article »
Canada loses to Brazil in final tournament before the Olympics
July 18, 2012
The Canadian Olympic women's soccer team recently played the final pre-Olympic match against Brazil. Read Article »
More than 500 dead penguins on Brazilian shores worry biologists
July 18, 2012
A slew of dead penguins have washed up on Brazil's shores, and Brazilian biologists are currently investigating the reason these birds died. Read Article »
Internet restriction bill raises concerns in Russia
July 17, 2012
Russian lawmakers recently approved a bill in the lower house of parliament that is causing quite a stir. Read Article »
RFU announces Advocaat's replacement to coach national team
July 16, 2012
The Russian Football Union (RFU) recently announced former coach Dick Advocaat's successor - Fabio Capello. Read Article »
First woman elected head of African Union Commission
July 16, 2012
Over the weekend, South African Home Affairs Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma was chosen as the new leader of the African Union (AU) Commission. Read Article »
More bones of early human ancestor found in rock in Johannesburg lab
July 13, 2012
Three years ago, archeologists excavated a large rock in South Africa that they now believe contains part of the most complete fossilized skeleton of man's ancient ancestor. Read Article »
Bird flu epidemic in Mexico is contained, officials say
July 11, 2012
Poultry farms in western Mexico have had to kill millions of chickens over the past few weeks to contain an outbreak of bird flu. Read Article »
Philippines mourns the loss of "King of Comedy" Dolphy
July 11, 2012
The Philippines is in a state of mourning after their very own "King of Comedy" passed away earlier this week. Read Article »
South African cricket star Mark Boucher retires after eye injury
July 10, 2012
International cricket great Mark Boucher of South Africa's international team Proteas recently announced his early retirement from the sport following a severe injury. Read Article »
Homeless couple finds $10,000 and hands it over to authorities
July 10, 2012
Earlier this week, a homeless couple turned in $10,000 they found on the street in Sao Paulo. Read Article »
Canada sees first Wimbledon wins in junior singles competitions since 1981
July 9, 2012
Over the weekend, two Canadian athletes made their country proud by winning the boys and girls junior singles titles at Wimbledon. Read Article »
Mexico's presidential election will be recounted
July 5, 2012
Mexico's presidential elections concluded with Enrique Pena Nieto of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) emerging victoriously, but many doubt the validity of the new leader's win. Read Article »