Canada closed its diplomatic mission in Tehran and vowed to expel Iranian diplomatic staff from Ottawa.

Senior Pakistani security official says the move will negatively impact future Pakistan-US relations.

A car bomb targeted the Khezal al-Tamimi husseiniyah in central Kirkuk at about 12:55 pm.

The dress made out of raw beef caused a sensation at the MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles two years ago.

A public memorial service will be held at the Washington National Cathedral on September 13.

The big ticket purchase was seen by some as a move by Facebook to strengthen defenses against Google.

Says Israel keeps its sovereign right to act independently, and US understands this.

Analysts say expectations were huge -- perhaps unrealistic -- at the start of his term.

The speakers adjourned proceedings until midday and were expected to call an end to the session afterwards.

The 30-year-old left-hander underwent chemotherapy in the United States in March and April.