Russia's Rosneft beefs up with TNK-BP purchase
MOSCOW/LONDON - Rosneft tightened its grip on Russia's oil industry on Monday with a $55 billion deal to buy TNK-BP that also makes Britain's BP a one-fifth shareholder in the state-controlled company.
Syria rebels pessimistic on mediator's ceasefire plan
BEIRUT - Syrian rebels cast doubt on Monday on prospects for a temporary truce aimed at stemming bloodshed in the 19-month-old conflict, saying it was not clear how an informal ceasefire this week could be implemented. | Video
Clashes as Kosovo opposition protests
PRISTINA - Police fire teargas in Kosovo to disperse opposition activists demonstrating against a new push by the European Union to improve ties between Serbia and its former southern province. Full Article
In vulnerable Greece, mosquitoes bite back
ATHENS - Just when it seems things couldn't get any worse for Greece, the exhausted and indebted country has a new threat to deal with: mosquito-borne diseases. Full Article
Rich bail out of changing hedge fund industry
Rich private investors are turning their backs on hedge funds because moves to attract more conservative pension fund clients mean managers no longer deliver the big returns they crave. Full Article
Armstrong legacy hangs over sport's future path
GENEVA - The question of whether cycling should forget Lance Armstrong's tarnished legacy or use it as a force for change must be urgently addressed. Full Article | Factbox
Stage set for final presidential debate
Oct. 22 - U.S. President Barack Obama and Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney prepare to debate foreign policy issues. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.
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