Politics

Anti-prostitution activists protest during Strauss-Kahn trial

Opponents of prostitution demonstrate in the French capital to demand a Senate debate on a draft prostitution law. The protest coincides with the trial of former IMF chief Dominique Strauss-Kahn for aggravated pimping. Duration: 00:54

Feb 11, 2015

Chilean soccer players reflect on rediscovery of long-lost teammates

Memories of those lost are renewed after the discovery in Chile of remains from a plane that crashed more than 50 years ago. Deep in the Andes Mountains, mangled metal from the aircraft sat rusting

Feb 11, 2015

Japanese zoo simulates 'leopard' escaping in a practice drill

Japan's Tama Zoo had visitors riveted, watching an animal escape drill. A staff member dressed up as a snow leopard, escaped from its enclosure while other staff set up their nets, poles and

Feb 11, 2015

What DSK Knew

Outside the courthouse, topless women protest as Dominique Strauss-Kahn heads into court. Inside the courthouse the former IMF chief faces pimping charges. The 65- year old is accused of instigating

Feb 11, 2015

Polar bear aids scientists in research

Tatqiq, a 14-year-old 520-pound polar bear at the San Diego Zoo, is helping scientists gain knowledge of her endangered species by wearing a specialized collar. The collar is outfitted with an

Feb 11, 2015

NYPD officer indicted in fatal shooting of unarmed man: WSJ

The fatal shooting of Akai Gurley was among of string of incidents that fueled protests over what critics say was a pattern of lethal police misconduct toward minority groups. Now the Wall Street

Feb 11, 2015

Malaysia's Anwar sodomy verdict raises human rights concerns

A human rights group describes it a very sad day for human rights and democracy in Malaysia as opposition leader Anwar Ibrahim is sent to jail after his appeal against a sodomy conviction is rejected.

Feb 11, 2015

Green Party rides anti-austerity mood in Britain

A surge in support makes the Green Party a potentially disruptive anti-austerity political force in what is set to be Britain's most unpredictable election, even if it wins few seats. Duration: 01:25

Feb 11, 2015

Heavy rains trigger mudslides in Peru

ROUGH CUT (NO REPORTER NARRATION) Heavy rains in various regions of Peru caused flooding and mudslides on Monday (February 9), destroying homes and prompting evacuations. Mud and rocks pummelled

Feb 11, 2015

Ballerinas and cars spin for Soweto charity

Ballerinas from the Joburg Ballet teamed up with stunt drivers to promote the "Pirouette Challenge", encourging people to spin on camera to raise funds for ballet schools in underprivileged areas.

Feb 11, 2015

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