Islamists rebels in Syria call for attacks on rival opposition factions

Islamists rebels in Syria call for attacks on rival opposition factions

January 8, 2014 - 10:43 AMT  06:43 GMT
The call by the al Qaeda-linked Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIS) follows days of rebel infighting that has left scores dead.
Apple asks for removal of antitrust compliance monitor

Apple asks for removal of antitrust compliance monitor

January 8, 2014 - 10:32 AMT  06:32 GMT
Apple and Bromwich have been feuding almost since the former Justice Department Inspector General was assigned to his monitorship.
“Nikita” helmer to direct Fox’s “Gotham” comic book drama pilot

“Nikita” helmer to direct Fox’s “Gotham” comic book drama pilot

January 8, 2014 - 10:16 AMT  06:16 GMT
In “Gotham,” Gordon is still a detective with the Gotham City Police Department and has yet to meet Batman, who will not be part of the series.
Jerry Seinfeld, Larry David to reteam for a “gigantic” project

Jerry Seinfeld, Larry David to reteam for a “gigantic” project

January 8, 2014 - 10:07 AMT  06:07 GMT
"Seinfeld" was one of the most iconic series in the '90s and was a top-rated hit on NBC for nine years.
Facebook to buy app optimization tool developer Little Eye Labs

Facebook to buy app optimization tool developer Little Eye Labs

January 8, 2014 - 10:03 AMT  06:03 GMT
The acquisition, which was first rumored late last year, is described as Facebook’s first acquisition of an Indian company.
N. Korea says will hold parliamentary elections in March

N. Korea says will hold parliamentary elections in March

January 8, 2014 - 09:55 AMT  05:55 GMT
It also will take place after Kim Jong Un had his uncle and top official Jang Song Thaek executed on treason charges last month.
“Let Me In” helmer to return for “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes”

“Let Me In” helmer to return for “Dawn of the Planet of the Apes”

January 8, 2014 - 09:47 AMT  05:47 GMT
Fox rebooted its “Planet of the Apes” movie series with 2011’s “Rise of the Planet of the Apes,” which was directed by Rupert Wyatt.
Train carrying propane, crude oil derails, catches fire in Canada

Train carrying propane, crude oil derails, catches fire in Canada

January 8, 2014 - 09:46 AMT  05:46 GMT
Some U.S. politicians called for a phase-out or retrofit of old tankers that do not meet current safety standards and are prone to puncture.
Lavrov, Kerry to meet in Paris to discuss Syria conference: report

Lavrov, Kerry to meet in Paris to discuss Syria conference: report

January 8, 2014 - 09:39 AMT  05:39 GMT
The source confirmed earlier reports of the United Nations saying that the two officials were planning to meet next week.
Trial of ex-president Morsi set to resume in Egypt

Trial of ex-president Morsi set to resume in Egypt

January 8, 2014 - 09:29 AMT  05:29 GMT
Although Morsi won the presidency in a democratic election, he fell out with key institutions during his 13 months in power.
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