European men lag behind women in terms of life expectancy – report

European men lag behind women in terms of life expectancy – report

March 13, 2013 - 17:04 AMT  13:04 GMT
As of 2010, women in Europe can expect to live for an average of 80 years, while men reach an average of 72.5 years.
Beware of tougher rematch, Abraham warns Stieglitz

Beware of tougher rematch, Abraham warns Stieglitz

March 13, 2013 - 17:01 AMT  13:01 GMT
Arthur Abraham: Stieglitz hasn't seen the best that I to offer in our first fight whereas he might have already shown everything he's got.
Oscar winner Cate Blanchett to headline HBO's

Oscar winner Cate Blanchett to headline HBO's "Cancer Vixen"

March 13, 2013 - 16:30 AMT  12:30 GMT
Blanchett earned a supporting actress Oscar for "The Aviator" and nominations for "Elizabeth: The Golden Age," "I'm Not There" and "Notes on a Scandal."
Venezuela appoints new envoy to Russia

Venezuela appoints new envoy to Russia

March 13, 2013 - 16:30 AMT  12:30 GMT
After an approval by the National Assembly, Venezuela will send an agreement request to the Russian government.
Heavy fighting reportedly erupts near Damascus

Heavy fighting reportedly erupts near Damascus

March 13, 2013 - 16:22 AMT  12:22 GMT
"I counted up to 20 explosions a minute on Khan Sheih," the activist, who uses the pseudonym of Abdo, has said.
European Individual Championship to host 14 Armenian chess players

European Individual Championship to host 14 Armenian chess players

March 13, 2013 - 16:19 AMT  12:19 GMT
The lineup includes grandmasters Vladimir Akopian, Sergei Movsesian, Gabriel Sargissian, Tigran L. Petrosian, Hrant Melkumyan.
Heavy snowstorm delays Candidates Tournament participants

Heavy snowstorm delays Candidates Tournament participants

March 13, 2013 - 16:08 AMT  12:08 GMT
The World Chess Candidates Tournament is due March 14 in London, with round 1 to start the next day.
Flood forces evacuations near Sochi Olympic site

Flood forces evacuations near Sochi Olympic site

March 13, 2013 - 16:03 AMT  12:03 GMT
“There are no injured people,” a statement from the regional branch of the Emergencies Ministry said in a statement.
Armenian embassy holds charity concert in Japan

Armenian embassy holds charity concert in Japan

March 13, 2013 - 15:46 AMT  11:46 GMT
The charity concert proceeds were donated to the victims of Tohoku earthquake and orphaned children.
U.S. intelligence chief ‘very concerned’ over N. Korea

U.S. intelligence chief ‘very concerned’ over N. Korea

March 13, 2013 - 15:43 AMT  11:43 GMT
“The rhetoric, while it is propaganda laced, is also an indicator of their attitude and perhaps their intent,” Clapper said.
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