UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - The U.N. Security Council on Wednesday boosted by nearly one half an African Union peacekeeping force in Somalia, seeking to press home a military offensive against Islamist rebels in the Horn of Africa country.

[IFAD] Keynote address identifies food security as major priority.

euronewsFears abound that Syria diplomacy may be exhaustedJerusalem PostBy OREN KESSLER 02/22/2012 02:47 Analysis: Head of "Friends of Syria” contact group meeting, analyst says: "The only way this regime will go is by force." Western and Arab states plan to hold a “Friends of Syria” contact group meeting this week, ...Russia Backs Proposal for Truce in SyriaWall Street JournalICRC seeks to put Syria truce plan into practiceeuronewsRed Cross meeting with Syrian National Counc...

BBC NewsDeadly Argentina train crash in Buenos AiresBBC NewsSeveral people have been killed and some 550 injured in a commuter train crash at a station in the Argentine capital, Buenos Aires. Local reporters say they saw 12 bodies removed from the wreckage, with dozens of people still trapped.550 injured in Buenos Aires train derailmentTelegraph.co.ukArgentine train slams into busy station during morning commute, killing some ...Washington PostSeveral dead, 550 injured in Argentina train crashAFP...

Sky NewsOxfam criticizes approach to Somalia, calls for humanitarian focusLos Angeles TimesREPORTING FROM JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA -- The international aid agency Oxfam said in a report Wednesday that Western policy on Somalia had failed and called for a new approach emphasizing humanitarian aid instead of counter-terrorism and military ...World leaders seek 'second chance' for Somalia at London talks on fragile ...Washington PostSomalia al-Shabab militant base of Baidoa capturedBBC New...

Telegraph.co.ukACTA referred to European Court of JusticeTelegraph.co.ukACTA, the controversial Anti-Counterfeiting Trade agreement, is to be referred to the European Court of Justice. By Matt Warman, Consumer Technology Editor Commissioner Karel De Gucht, who proposed the move, said in a statement that “this morning my ...EU suspends copyright treaty ratificationThe Associated PressActa: EU court to rule on anti-piracy agreementBBC NewsEU, facing opposition, suspends ratification of copyright ...

Telegraph.co.ukPope Benedict names 22 new cardinalsTelegraph.co.ukPope Benedict has inducted 22 men into the exclusive club of cardinals who will one day elect one of their own to succeed him. Among the most prominent in the group is New York's Archbishop Timothy Dolan, who is already being touted by some Vatican ...Pope Benedict installs 22 cardinalsIrish TimesPope Benedict XVI creates 22 new cardinalsBBC NewsPope leaves stamp on Church future with new cardinalsReutersAFP -CNN Internati...

BBC NewsRed Cross Negotiating Humanitarian Cease-Fire in SyriaVoice of AmericaFebruary 20, 2012 Red Cross Negotiating Humanitarian Cease-Fire in Syria VOA News The International Committee of the Red Cross says it is trying to broker a humanitarian cease-fire in Syria, as government tanks and troops mass around Homs and fears ...Syria crisis: Red Cross presses for humanitarian truceBBC NewsSyrian forces mass outside rebel strongholdThe Associated PressRed Cross Tries to Broker Syria Cease-FireABC ...

BBC NewsNew Zealand remembers those who perished in Christchurch earthquakeTelegraph.co.ukThe people of Christchurch remember the 185 killed at a memorial service for the victims of the February 22 earthquake a year ago. At a ceremony in a park that became a makeshift medical centre a year ago, a conch shell sounded to start the proceedings ...New Zealand remembers quake victimsRTE.ieNew Zealand remembers 2011 Christchurch quake victimsBBC NewsSlow progress in Christchurch one year after quakeThe...

Kansas City StarNorth Korea calls Seoul nuclear summit a "childish farce"Reuters| SEOUL (Reuters) - Isolationist North Korea lashed out at its neighbor on Wednesday for hosting an international nuclear security summit in Seoul next month, calling it a "childish farce" and an "intolerable grave provocation.US, North Korean nuclear envoys to meet for first talks after Kim Jong Il's deathWashington PostSouth Korea's Lee Deflects Pyongyang BarbsWall Street Journalall ...

Telegraph.co.ukKim Dotcom wins bail in fight against US extraditionReutersBy Gyles Beckford | AUCKLAND (Reuters) - US crime-fighters failed in a bid to keep alleged Internet pirate Kim Dotcom behind bars on Wednesday when a New Zealand court freed him from jail and instead put him under effective house arrest and banned him ...Megaupload found Kim Dotcom granted bailTelegraph.co.ukMegaupload's Dotcom Wins Bail as Judge Sees No Flight RiskBusinessWeekKim Dotcom granted bail in Megaupload caseT...

The GuardianKevin Rudd resignation sparks leadership ballot rumoursThe GuardianAustralia's foreign minister, Kevin Rudd, has resigned, clearing the way for him to mount a challenge for the leadership of the Labor party against Julia Gillard, the woman who replaced him as prime minister. In response, Gillard said she would hold a ...Kevin Rudd resigns to pave way for leadership showdown with Julia GillardTelegraph.co.ukRudd resignation fires up Australia leadership dramaBBC NewsGillard Set for...

BBC NewsJournalists Marie Colvin and Remi Ochlik die in HomsBBC NewsTwo Western journalists have been killed in the Syrian city of Homs when shells hit the building they were in. They have been named as Marie Colvin, the highly respected American Sunday Times reporter, and Remi Ochlik, an award-winning French ...Journalists killed in Syria – live updatesThe GuardianSyria: Marie Colvin's death reflects the vicious situation in HomsTelegraph.co.ukAssad seeks to bomb Homs into submission, alar...

CBC.caRed Cross meeting with Syrian National Council in Geneva after temporary cease ...Washington PostGENEVA — The International Committee of the Red Cross said Wednesday that it was holding a meeting with Syria's main opposition group in Geneva, a day after the humanitarian agency called for temporary cease-fires so it can bring in emergency aid and ...Russia backs Red Cross call for daily Syria truceAFPArab Spring at Berlin's Film FestivaleuronewsSyria's Rebels: Grasping at Straw...

The GuardianTumor Recurrence Throws Chavez Reelection Campaign into DoubtFox NewsFILE - Feb. 10, 2012 file photo, Venezuela President Hugo Chavez (AP Photo/Ariana Cubillos, File)AP2012 Print Email Share Comments Recommend Tweet CARACAS, Venezuela – President Hugo Chávez' admission on Tuesday that Cuban doctors found a ...Venezuela's Chavez needs another operationReutersChávez Says His Cancer Shows Sign of ReturnNew York TimesVenezuela's Hugo Chavez faces new operationBBC NewsAFP&n...

The GuardianIAEA Inspectors Return From Iran Talks With No Way ForwardBusinessWeekBy Ladane Nasseri and Jonathan Tirone (Updates with IAEA team in the third paragraph, Parchin visit in the sixth, Khamenei in the eighth and inspections in the 17th.) Feb. 22 (Bloomberg) -- Officials from the International Atomic Energy Agency, ...UN nuclear agency says Iran blocked attempts to probe alleged atomic arms work ...Washington PostTehran may strike first: Iran generalSydney Morning HeraldWe must learn to...

Los Angeles TimesLent in a time of a Catholic culture warWashington Post (blog)By Kevin Clarke It seems like Ash Wednesday came early this year; I feel like I have been swallowing ash for weeks, anyway. The ferocious controversy engendered by the Health and Human Service department's new contraception mandate has launched a ...Ash Wednesday: Churches make last-minute calls to ash merchantsLos Angeles TimesWhat Ash Wednesday MeansMyFox HoustonPrepare Meatless Meals for LentPatch.comThe Patriot...

CTV.caFour killed, many wounded in Afghan Koran protests - report |ReutersBy Mirwais Harooni and Hamid Shalizi | KABUL (Reuters) - Four people were shot dead and dozens wounded in protests in Afghanistan which flared for a second day on Wednesday in several cities over the burning of copies of the Koran, Islam's holy book, ...5 killed as protests over Quran burning rage in AfghanistanCNNSeveral reported killed in second day of Afghan protests over Koran burningWashington PostAfghanistan: US e...

Sydney Morning HeraldKim Dotcom out on bailSydney Morning HeraldAUCKLAND. Megaupload.com founder Kim Dotcom, real name Kim Schmitz, who has been jailed in New Zealand since January 20 at the request of the US, won his release on bail yesterday. Schmitz, 38, is sought in the US, where he was indicted in the biggest ...Megaupload founder Kim Dotcom granted bailTelegraph.co.ukKim Dotcom wins bail in fight against US extraditionReutersMegaupload's Kim Dotcom Released on BailTIMEThe Associated Pre...

Globe and MailHunger striker to be freedSydney Morning HeraldJERUSALEM. With a last-minute High Court hearing looming, lawyers for Palestinian hunger striker Khader Adnan and Israel's Justice Ministry announced that a deal had been struck. Mr Adnan, who was on the verge of death after his 66th day without food, ...Islamic Jihad prisoner Khader Adnan ends hunger strikeThe AustralianMy husband, Khadr Adnan, has shed a light on Israel's disregard for human rightsThe Guardian (blog)Palestinia...

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African Cup of Nations - Tribute amidst Commiseration

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Afroradio pays tribute to Ghana for the giant strides being made in the current African Cup of Nations soccer Competitions. We also commiserate with those who have lost loved ones to the soccer riots in Egypt. Soccer has been known as a game that unites people and nations but its quite pathetic that the Egyptians have allowed political animosities to creep into the soccer pitch. Excerpt from last 'Monday Rendezvous' with Chris & John.

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Tara and Gabriel explore the art of love and romance with no holds barred in this exclusive edition of Love Serenade. You'd enjoy listening to this, lying on your sofa, with your legs crossed and your favourite glass of wine to hand. You may also want to enjoy this together with your your lovely partner beside you. Listen back and enjoy!

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Transgender and gender identity dysphoria – to be healed or to be hailed? How much of this condition do we really know about? How is the gender transformation actually effected? What challenges are faced by the minority group of Transgenders and people of different sexual orientations in the society. Questions bring knowledge, Philosophers say. Vanessa Lacey, a well acclaimed Transgender, tackles the critical questions and shared some views in this exclusive interview with Afroradio’s Chris ‘Tunji and John Hennessy. Comments are welcome.

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Listen back to this exclusive edition of Monday Rendezvous as hosted by Chris 'Tunji. The second clip features an indepth discussion of the current imbroglio in Nigeria vis a vis the oil subsidy removal and the attendant national protests; as well as the 'Boko Haram' terrorism that is now ravaging the western saharan country. Dr. Bayo Owoeye and Mallam Ahmed Akeem shed some good lights on these issues. Please feel free to pass your comments on here.

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