Ukrainian opposition Party of Regions is worried over possible attempts to disrupt the country

Scientists warned Haitian officials two years ago that the country was on the verge of a major earthquake and told them that the island nation was not prepared to withstand the disaster.

After weeks of tough campaigning, intrigues and putting off voters off with promises, the Ukrainian presidential candidates have reached the finish line

Eighty percent of Taliban militants are not ideologically motivated, believes US Brigadier-General Ben Hodges.

On Thursday the Russian Parliament

Stray animals have long been an unpleasant reality in Moscow. Now some are trying to resolve the problem with massive killings right on the city

The Australian Open starts Monday but its stars have already begun facing each other on the court to raise money for Haitian earthquake victims.

Threat from disease and lack of food and water increases as rescuers continue the desperate search for those still trapped under the rubble.

The UN has appealed for more than 500 million US dollars to help victims of the devastating earthquake in Haiti. The organization says the funds are intended to help three million people over the next few months.

On Friday the Lithuanian parliament changed its Code of Execution of Sentences. Now detainees will have to pay for the energy they use, at special prison rates.