Suicide bombers have killed at least 39 people in Lahore, despite government assertions that recent crackdowns had weakened Taliban insurgents.
Pakistan blasts kill 45
Twin suicide attacks have targeted the Pakistani military, killing 45 people in the second attack to hit security forces in the country's cultural capital Lahore this week. More
Features and Analysis
Detainees sent home?
The UN is looking at changing its international protection guidelines for Sri Lankan and Afghan asylum seekers.
West Bank sealed off
Israel has sealed off the West Bank amid tension over controversial plans to build new homes for Jewish settlers and fears of violence.
Activist arrested
Japanese police have arrested New Zealand anti-whaling activist Peter Bethune on his arrival in Tokyo.
No tuna ban
Despite a collapse of world tuna stocks, the Government won't support a global ban on the trade of the northern variety of the species.
Talks in crisis
Joe Biden scrambles to salvage peace talks between Israel and Palestinian leaders, despite an ongoing row over new Jewish housing in east Jerusalem.
Aftershock hits Chile
The swearing-in ceremony of Chile's new president is overshadowed by the strongest aftershock since last month's devastating quake.
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