Violence in India’s Maoist strike

Maoists in India blow up culverts and cut electricity for the railways on the first day of a strike the rebels have called.

Irish priest, 78, seized in Philippines

An Irish priest aged 78 is snatched by gunmen in the troubled southern Philippines, according to local police.

Mystery surrounds Gately death

The death of Boyzone star Stephen Gately is shrouded in mystery amid claims he died after a marathon drinking session.

New Jackson song is given airing

A previously unheard Michael Jackson song is given its first public airing, three and a half months after the star's death.

U.S. moms uncertain about health reform

A large majority of American moms, 78 percent, think health care is a right to which all Americans are entitled, according to a national survey by a Nashville, Tenn.-based WhyMomsRule.com.