Ghosts dominate Pakistan campaign
A campaign poster features late Prime Minister Benazir Bhutto. (Reuters)
In political ads for Pakistan’s May 11 election, slain former prime minister Benazir Bhutto takes on new life.
S. Korea pulls workers from industrial park after N. Korea rejects talks
South Korea’s withdrawal from the Kaesong Industrial Complex comes after the North imposes a blockade.
In relatively peaceful Afghan city, kidnappings for ransom surge
Far from the battlefield, an unchecked rise in abductions raises a troubling question about Afghanistan’s future.
Kerry tries to jump-start AfPak talks
Flanked by President Karzai and Pakistani military chief, top U.S. diplomat says goal is to “deliver.”
Joint Chiefs chairman says China shares U.S. concerns about N. Korea
Gen. Dempsey says he is assured that Chinese leaders are working to head off further provocations.
Kerry reaffirms U.S. commitment to training mission in Afghanistan
Secretary of state joins NATO counterparts in Brussels for talks on alliance’s post-2014 plans.
Photo Gallery
More images from inside North Korea
A rare visual tour of the reclusive and secretive country.
Photos from around the region
Pakistan’s Mr. Popular
Imran Khan hopes to replicate his success on the cricket pitch in the field of Pakistani politics.
India election sees change
After 34 years, world’s longest-serving democratically elected communist party loses power.
The art of Ai Weiwei
A collection of popular works of Chinese artist Ai Weiwei, who was arrested by the Chinese police.
Global nuclear debate heats up
Governments around the world are questioning the use of nuclear power.
Powerful quake, aftershocks rattle Tokyo
A massive earthquake and tsunami struck the eastern coast of Japan.
Quake in New Zealand kills scores
The search for survivors continues after 6.3-magnitude earthquake hit Christchurch.
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Middle East
- Top racecar drivers to participate in Jerusalem's first Formula One exhibition
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- Iraqi soldiers retake control of Sunni town north of Baghdad after gunmen leave, officials say
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Europe
The Americas
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National Security
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