Thaksin flees Thailand corruption trial and returns to exile in Britain

The Thai Supreme Court has issued an arrest warrant for ousted premier Thaksin Shinawatra and his wife after they skipped bail and refused to return to Thailand to stand trial for corruption. The couple issued a statement read on state television today saying they will not...

Experts Unfazed by Drugs in Ontario Water

You know all those painkillers, prescription drugs and antibiotics we all take throughout the year? Turns out we're getting some of it back in the same water we're drinking. So far no one seems very concerned, nor are there any plans to deal with the drugs as they are...

Family Forced to sleep in a Supermarket, Two nights in Emergency Shelters and...

"A family were forced to sleep in a supermarket, spent two nights in emergency shelters and lived off donated food after being caught up in devastating floods. Debbie and Justin Goddard and their three children lost their car, clothes and everything they had with them after...

Iran allows rare peek at sensitive nuclear site

"Iran allows rare peek at sensitive nuclear site Isfahan, Iran 04 February 2007 10:32 Nothing seems extraordinary on the quiet provincial road outside the ancient Iranian city of Isfahan. Then suddenly, nestling beneath the mountains, a tall chimney emerges flanked by an...

River crossing forces highlight North Korean military strength

Rivers. Go over them, go through them, go around them. Going around them is usually a very long journey. Not to be recommended if you are in a hurry.