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 Recovery teams find the cockpit voice recorder of the Russian plane which crashed in Indonesia but are still searching for the data recorder. - Hollande's plane struck by lightning French president Francois Hollande was delayed but undeterred for his first meeting with German chancellor Angela Merkel to discuss the euro zone crisis. Deborah Gembara reports.
- Attack on U.N. convoy in Syria Official say no U.N. monitors were injured after an attack on a convoy in central Syria. Deborah Gembara reports.
- Is Facebook worth it? Facebook may be a social network but its also very much a business, and now that its going public, the company will be under the microscope of investors.
- New Greek election as talks fail Greek political leaders fail to come to an agreement on creating a coalition government after three-day talks, driving the country towards new election.
- Palestinians mark Nakba Day Palestinians observe Nakba Day, recalling the displacement of the Palestinian people in 1948. Sarah Sheffer reports.
- Alawite-Sunni clashes rage in Lebanon Clashes between supporters of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and Sunni Muslim fighters enter a third day in Lebanon's northern city of Tripoli. Travis Brecher reports.
- Fifteen dead in Nepal plane crash Passengers and crew were killed when the plane crashed trying to land at a mountain airstrip in the Mt. Annapurna region. Jessica Gray reports.
- Hunt seeks clues on Sukhoi show jet's crash Rescue workers in Indonesia are searching to recover the flight-data recorder of a Russian plane that crashed in West Java. Sarah Sheffer reports.
- West Bengal's 'Queen of Demo-crazy' West Bengal's chief minister draws attention, good and bad, for her strong opinions. Julie Noce reports.
- Greek instability fuels euro exit fears European shares fell to their lowest levels in over four months on worries about political instability in Greece, with Greek bank shares among the biggest fallers. A week after elections, Greece is without a new coalition government, leading to more discussion about the country leaving the euro.
- Syrian unrest fuels fighting in Lebanon Two people were killed in northern Lebanon on Monday as unrest in neighboring Syria fuels tensions between Alawites and Sunni Muslims. Deborah Gembara reports.
- NATO underplayed Libyan civilian deaths Rights groups HRW says NATO bombings in Libya killed 72 civilians and is calling for an investigation and compensation for the victims. Jessica Gray reports.
- Palestinians rejoice over hunger strike end Family and supporters of 1,600 Palestinian prisoners on hunger strike in Israeli jails celebrate a deal ending the strike and improving their detention conditions. Lindsey Parietti reports.
- Hollande chooses his ministers One week after Francois Hollande was elected as France's president, rumours are swirling about who will occupy the top posts in his government. Andrew Raven reports.
- British Queen celebrated in global pageant The Diamond Jubilee Pageant honours Queen Elizabeth with grand performance at Windor Castle. Jessica Gray reports.
- Russian experts arrive at Indonesia crash site Russian experts arrive in Indonesia to help investigation efforts after a Russian passenger jet crashed into the side of a mountain. Julie Noce reports.
- Uganda captures LRA top commander in ambush Uganda says it captured Caesar Achellam, a top leader of the Lord's Resistance Army. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.
- Peace process under attack in Afghanistan The government of Afghanistan condemns the shooting of a top Afghan peace negotiator. Deborah Lutterbeck reports
- Crash deals blow to Russian aerospace revival Russia's United Aircraft president meets recovery workers as Russian forensic experts join Indonesian team identifying plane crash victims. Sunita Rappai reports.
- NATO general says Afghans on track to handle security in 2014 As the civilian death toll in Afghanistan declines, a NATO general says Afghans are on track to handle their own security by end of 2014. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.
- Between a rock and a hard place in Sudan A bitter war between Sudan and South Sudan is taking a heavy toll on the Sudanese, with towns abandoned as civilians flee to rocky hills seeking shelter from aerial bombardments. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.
- Haiti's military mess Pleas by Haiti's president to armed groups of former and aspiring soldiers to disband are falling on deaf ears.
- Ukrainian opposition rallies in Kiev Opposition supporters gather in a show of political unity at a rally in central Kiev. Sunita Rappai reports.
- New elections loom in Greece One week after Greece's parliamentary elections, a third party fails to form a coalition government, which could lead to a new vote next month. Andrew Raven reports.
- EU sends amoured vehicles to bolster UN monitors in Syria EU donates 24 amoured vehicles days after two attacks on U.N. ceasefire monitors attempting to uphold a shaky ceasefire. Jessica Gray reports.
- FARC camps uncovered in Panama Panamian police uncover Colombian FARC bases in the dense Darien jungle region. Sunita Rappai reports.
- Mexico drug shootout kills five Five dead after military officers and supposed gang members trade fire in Northern Mexico, while authories parade suspected cartel hitman in front of media. Jessica Gray reports.
- Chavez cancer treatment 'successful' Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez returns home after undergoing six weeks of cancer treatment in Cuba and declares his health is improving. Andrew Raven reports.
- Dozens die in China hail storm Torrential rain and hail the size of golf balls bring death and destruction to northwest China.
- Weather hampers plane crash mission High winds and thick fog are slowing efforts to get more recovery teams to the scene of a Russian plane crash in Indonesia.
- 2012 Olympic torch is lit in Greece The 2012 Olympic torch is lit in Greece, starting the countdown to this summer's London games. Sarah Sheffer reports.
- Greeks consider fresh elections As Greek political parties struggle to form a coalition after Sunday's election, residents face the prospect of heading to the polls once again. Simon Hanna reports.
- U.S. downs test missile with new interceptor A new missile interceptor designed to protect allies from a possible attack by Iran or North Korea, passes its latest test with flying colors, the U.S. military says. Deborah Gembara reports.
- Russian plane goes missing in Indonesia A Russian plane with 50 people on board went missing near a volcano in Indonesia. Deborah Gembara reports.
- At least 40 dead more than 150 wounded in Damascus blasts Twin blasts in the Syrian capital Damascus kill scores of people and wound 170 others. Travis Brecher reports.
- Fixing economy is priority - UK Queen's Speech The British government prioritises tackling the deficit and reforming the House of Lords, as Queen Elizabeth delivers her annual speech in parliament. Simon Hanna reports
- Fear in east DR Congo after rebels battle The Congolese army says it has expelled rebel fighters from a frontline village in the Masisi region, but residents there remain fearful. Simon Hanna reports.
- Israeli PM forges surprise coalition Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announces a coalition government with the centrist Kadima Party that helps him avert early elections. Lindsey Parietti reports.
- Brazil's northeast struggles with drought Residents in northeastern Brazil struggle to survive as a severe drought kills livestock, scorches crops and leaves lakes dry. Deborah Lutterbeck reports
- Annan: Peace plan may be last chance for Syria to avoid civil war U.N. envoy Kofi Annan says the adoption of a U.N. peace plan may be Syria's last chance to avoid civil war. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.
- Clinton presses Pakistan on terrorism U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton urges Pakistan to do more to make sure its territory is not used as a launchpad for militant activity. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.
- Korean urbanites make the move from city to farm South Korea's urbanites move to the country to embrace the simple life. Julie Noce, Reuters.
- Aghanistan no longer worst place to be a mother A Save the Children report finds that better healthcare and education for women has lifted Afghanistan from its position as the worst country in the world to be a mother. Simon Hanna reports.
- Police break up peaceful Russian protests Peaceful anti government demonstrations continue in Moscow. Julie Noce reports
- More UN supplies and monitors arrive in Syria More help from the United Nations arrives in Syria amidst continued violence. Julie Noce, Reuters
- Boycotting the vote in Syria Amateur video shows Syrians protesting against parliamentary elections, with some cities falling silent and others mocking the election. Deborah Lutterbeck reports.
- Putin inaugurated as Russia's president Vladimir Putin appeals for unity in Russia after being sworn in as president for a six-year term. Travis Brecher reports.
- Heavy flooding hits Brazilian rainforest Residents in Brazil's Amazon rainforest cope with near-record flooding by adding an extra floor to their stilt houses. Travis Brecher reports.
- Chen demands justice Chinese dissident Chen Guangcheng urges the government to investigate and punish officials he blames for detention and persecution.
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