U.S. sanctions Iranian companies over weapon trade

U.S. sanctions Iranian companies over weapon trade

March 27, 2012 - 19:26 AMT  15:26 GMT
The Treasury Department laid down sanctions against Yas Air, Behineh Trading and members of Iran's Revolutionary Guards.
Wachowkis’ film to star Channing Tatum, Mila Kunis

Wachowkis’ film to star Channing Tatum, Mila Kunis

March 27, 2012 - 19:23 AMT  15:23 GMT
For the Wachowkis, “Jupiter Ascending” is their first major science fiction action franchise play since The Matrix.
Russia seeks control over Georgia’s Afghan weapons

Russia seeks control over Georgia’s Afghan weapons

March 27, 2012 - 19:14 AMT  15:14 GMT
“Weapons used by Georgian troops in Afghanistan shouldn’t be brought to Georgia,” Russian Foreign Ministry’s spokesman said.
Graphics Properties sues Apple, Sony over patent infringement

Graphics Properties sues Apple, Sony over patent infringement

March 27, 2012 - 19:06 AMT  15:06 GMT
The patent at issue relates to a computer graphics process that turns text and images into pixels to be displayed on screens.
Assad’s cortege attacked in Homs

Assad’s cortege attacked in Homs

March 27, 2012 - 19:02 AMT  15:02 GMT
Assad visited the troubled Baba Amr neighborhood in Homs, pledging a “return to normal life” for the city.
“Underworld: Awakening” directors to adapt Swedish horror novel

“Underworld: Awakening” directors to adapt Swedish horror novel

March 27, 2012 - 18:51 AMT  14:51 GMT
Collected Swedish Cults novel is collection of supernatural horror tales about good vs. evil that together create a larger story.
“Secret Life of Bees” director takes on “Before I Fall” bestseller adaptation

“Secret Life of Bees” director takes on “Before I Fall” bestseller adaptation

March 27, 2012 - 18:34 AMT  14:34 GMT
The story is told through the eyes of a high school senior who experiences altered versions of hours leading up to her death.
IMF forecasts 3.8% GDP growth in Armenia

IMF forecasts 3.8% GDP growth in Armenia

March 27, 2012 - 18:08 AMT  14:08 GMT
Despite a less supportive external environment, overall macroeconomic conditions have continued to improve.

Japan backs U.S. nominee for World Bank chief

March 27, 2012 - 17:49 AMT  13:49 GMT
Obama has tapped Korean-American physician Jim Yong Kim, known for his work in WHO campaigns, to lead the World Bank.

Syrian opposition hails government’s acceptance of UN peace plan

March 27, 2012 - 17:27 AMT  13:27 GMT
Syrian National Council: we welcome all acceptance by the regime of a plan that could allow the repression and bloodbath to stop.
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