Day: May 15, 2012

Iran has executed a man who was convicted of killing one of its nuclear scientists, state-run Press TV reported Tuesday.

As the clock ticks toward a Thursday deadline, Greek President Karolos Papoulias has called for a Tuesday meeting with the leaders of three main political parties to cobble together a unity government and stave off new elections.

As the clock ticks toward a Thursday deadline, Greek President Karolos Papoulias has called for a Tuesday meeting with the leaders of three main political parties to cobble together a unity government and stave off new elections.

Manchester City won the English league title for the first time in 44 years to deny rivals Manchester United a 20th domestic championship in a gripping conclusion to the Premier League season.

An 18-year-old Panamanian fisherman who survived 28 days stranded at sea is suing Princess Cruise Lines, arguing that a cruise ship should have stopped and saved him.

Lady Gaga may have to disappoint a lot of her “little monsters” in Indonesia after Jakarta police recommended that her sold-out June 3 show not be issued a permit because of security concerns.

Sunday saw the curtain fall on Europe’s biggest domestic football leagues, with scenes of triumph and despair across the continent as teams battled for glory or survival.

Serena Williams powered to her first Madrid Masters title, hitting 14 aces in a comfortable win over Victoria Azarenka in Sunday’s final.

Serena Williams powered to her first Madrid Masters title, hitting 14 aces in a comfortable win over Victoria Azarenka in Sunday’s final.

Palestinian and Israeli officials touted an agreement Monday aimed at ending a weeks-long hunger strike by Palestinian prisoners, though some of those involved may continue their protest unless they are released.