ABC NewsObama, lawmakers to discuss short-term fiscal dealUSA TODAYPresident Obama and congressional leaders will spend Friday afternoon discussing short-term plans to avoid the tax hikes and budget cuts that kick in next week if the nation goes over the so-called "fiscal cliff." White House officials said they wouldn't ...Fiscal cliff: what happens if Congress can't strike a deal?The GuardianWhite House meeting a last stab at a fiscal dealSalt Lake Tribune'Fiscal cliff' meeting at White House: Will it be 'Lincoln' moment for Obama?Christian Science MonitorMSNBC -Deutsche Welle -New York Timesall 6,640 news articles »

Economic TimesIndia rape victim's condition worsensRTE.ieThe condition of an Indian medical student whose gang rape triggered mass protests has deteriorated and there are signs her vital organs have failed, the Singapore hospital treating her said. The 23-year-old, who was severely beaten, raped and thrown out ...Singapore Hospital: Indian Rape Victim's Condition DeterioratesVoice of America (blog)Gang-rape victim fights for lifeNEWS.com.auDelhi Rape Victim Battles for Life as Outrage MountsWall Street Journal (India)Brisbane Times -South China Morning Post -The Hinduall 2,480 news articles »

The News InternationalSyria opposition rejects talks inviteThe News InternationalBEIRUT: The head of Syria's mainstream opposition National Coalition on Friday rejected an invitation by Moscow for talks to find a solution to the 21-month-old conflict, accusing Russia of interference. "We have said frankly that we will not go to Moscow," ...Syrian opposition rejects peace talk inviteStuff.co.nzRussia ready for Syria opposition talksDeutsche WelleRussian official: We're ready to meet with Syrian oppositionLos Angeles TimesRussia Beyond The Headlines -Aljazeera.com -Khaleej Timesall 1,970 news articles »

West Africa: new airlines look to spread their wingsFinancial Times (blog)Start-up airlines have revolutionised air travel in Ghana over the past 18 months. Fares on domestic routes have fallen by up to 75 per cent. Passenger numbers on the main route from the capital Accra to the second city Kumasi have increased fivefold.Ghanaian Growth to Drag on Africa's 3rd-Worst CurrencyBloombergall 4 news articles »

euronewsUS diplomats evacuated from Central African RepublicThe IndependentUS diplomats in the Central African Republic are being evacuated to Kenya as fears increase that rebel forces will soon advance on the capital, Bangui. Ambassador Laurence Wahlers was one of about 40 people taken out by a US Air Force plane last night.UPDATE 4-CAR appeals for French help against rebels, Paris balksReutersAP source: US closes embassy in Central African Republic, removes diplomats ...Washington PostAfrican leader pleads for help as rebels close inABC Onlineall 2,992 news articles »

NEWS.com.auGang-rape victim fights for lifeNEWS.com.auTHE medical condition of an Indian gang-rape victim has "taken a turn for the worse", the Singapore hospital treating her said in a statement issued overnight. "Her vital signs are deteriorating with signs of severe organ failure," Kelvin Loh, chief executive ...Indian gang-rape victim deterioratesBrisbane TimesRape case exposes India's dismal record of delivering justice for womenSouth China Morning PostCondition of Indian rape victim worsensIrish TimesThe Hindu -Business Standard -IBNLiveall 2,476 news articles »

NDTV14 reported dead in Syria airstrikeIrish ExaminerA government airstrike on a town in north Syria has killed 14 people, including two women and eight children, activists say. The Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said the 14 were killed in a strike today on the town of al-Safira, south of the ...Syrian opposition rejects peace talk inviteStuff.co.nzRussia ready for Syria opposition talksDeutsche WelleRussia invites Syrian Opposition to talksTelegraph.co.ukRussia Beyond The Headlines -Al-Bawaba -The Voice of Russiaall 2,169 news articles »

Yahoo! Eurosport UKPremier League - Top 10 goals of 2012Yahoo! Eurosport UKThe top 10 Premier League goals stirred some debate in our office – and now it's your turn to get involved. Eurosport – 39 minutes ago. Email 0; Recommend. Tweet. Print. FOOTBALL Newcastle United's Papiss Cisse celebrates scoring his side's first goal of ...Sir Alex Ferguson is a Great Manager, But Sets Bad Example With Ugly Tirades ...EPL TalkMan United boss should have been punished for ref rant, claims WengerIrish IndependentMan Utd vs. West Brom - Match preview and team newsA Different LeagueMancunian Matters -Huffington Post UK -Metroall 1,989 news articles »

CBS NewsFaith Leonard, Arizona Teacher, Drives To Newtown To Spread Holiday CheerHuffington PostFaith Leonard teaches elementary school in Arizona's Mesa Public Schools, but she's spending her winter break in Newtown to help bring holiday spirit to the grief-stricken Connecticut community. "It started as a really small idea," Leonard told Fox 10 Phoenix ...Osteen says Sandy Hook should serve as a 'wake-up call'Houston ChronicleSandy Hook support fundWicked LocalVigil marks 2 weeks since Connecticut school massacreMontgomery AdvertiserPatch.com -Danbury News Times -ActionNewsJax.comall 4,067 news articles »

Christian Science Monitor'Fiscal cliff' meeting at White House: Will it be 'Lincoln' moment for Obama?Christian Science MonitorThe Friday afternoon meeting with congressional leaders at the White House represents a potential “Lincoln” moment for President Obama as time has effectively run out to cut a deal to avert the Jan. 1 “fiscal cliff” of spending cuts and tax hikes. Skip to next ...A last-ditch effort to avoid the cliffMSNBCFiscal cliff: Barack Obama in last-ditch talks to avert budget crisisThe GuardianUS congressional leaders meet president over fiscal cliffDeutsche WelleNew York Times -Politico -CBC.caall 5,861 news articles »

The Associated PressLink to thisBBC NewsCopy the URL and paste into your emails or Tweets, or post on your favourite sites. Report issue. Select issue to report. Close. United States 'heading over fiscal cliff'. And President Putin signals he will sign law barring Americans from adopting Russian ...Putin Bans U.S. AdoptionsDaily BeastPutin Signs Ban on US AdoptionsSlate Magazine (blog)US condemns Putin's adoption ban amid further strain in Russian relationsThe GuardianFox News -KVOA Tucson News -Herald Sunall 3,210 news articles »

NPRHow Russia's New Adoption Ban Reopens Old WoundsHuffington Post (blog)For those of us fortunate to have adopted internationally, especially from Russia -- my ancestor's homeland -- today's headlines are maddening and saddening. I am especially struck as I think back to the adoption of my two youngest, from Russia, and the ...Putin Signs Adoption BanThe Moscow TimesUS condemns Putin's adoption ban amid further strain in Russian relationsThe GuardianUtah family reportedly adopted Russian girl days before Putin signed banFox NewsKVOA Tucson News -Khaleej Timesall 3,266 news articles »

BBC SportSir Alex Ferguson is a Great Manager, But Sets Bad Example With Ugly Tirades ...EPL TalkThe controversy and drama resulting from Mike Dean's correct decision to award Newcastle United their second goal at Old Trafford from Boxing Day continues to roll on. In today's press conferences in England, there's been plenty of verbal attacks from ...Under-fire Ferguson brings President Obama into referee debateCNN InternationalSir Alex Ferguson dismisses 'wee club in the north east' Newcastle as Boxing ...Scottish Daily RecordMan Utd vs. West Brom - Match preview and team newsA Different LeagueThe Express Tribune -SPORT24 -Sports Moleall 1,957 news articles »

NDTVMyanmar to allow daily private newspapersGlobalPostMyanmar, expanding on its political reforms, will allow daily private newspapers for the first time since 1964. Priyanka BoghaniDecember 28, 2012 10:47. Subscribe to Priyanka Boghani on Facebook · Add Priyanka Boghani to your circles · Follow @ ...Burmese government allows dailies to resume publishingCPJ Press Freedom OnlineMyanmar to allow independent newspapersUnited Press International, AsiaAfter decades muzzling media, Myanmar to allow private dailieseuronewsNzweek -Reuters -Wall Street Journalall 436 news articles »

euronewsResidents flee Bangui as rebels pause for talkseuronewsBANGUI (Reuters) – Residents of Central African Republic's riverside capital Bangui fled in overloaded cars and boats on Friday or stockpiled food and water as rebel forces paused at the city gates for ceasefire talks. An insurgency has swept across much of ...US embassy evacuated in Central African RepublicRTE.ieUS evacuates embassy in Central African RepublicTelegraph.co.ukAP source: US out of Central African RepublicMiamiHerald.com (registration)ABC Online -Times of India -The Star Onlineall 2,089 news articles »

Independent OnlineMadiba residence quiet after his returnIndependent OnlineNelson Mandela's Johannesburg residence was quiet on Friday following his release from hospital earlier this week. Only a few cars with military registration plates and two private vehicles were parked at the former president's Houghton home. A young boy ...and more »

The IndependentArsenal and Chelsea to vie for Barcelona striker David VillaThe IndependentArsenal have reportedly been quoted a fee of £16m if they wish to sign David Villa in January. Spain's all-time leading goalscorer has fallen out of favour at Barcelona due to the persistence with a formation without a recognised striker. Barcelona are ready to ...Iniesta urges David Villa to stayESPNChelsea transfers Villa perk? Fed-up Barcelona striker David is eyeing a ...Mirror.co.ukRomeu: Barcelona striker Villa would be welcome at ChelseaGoal.comDaily Mail -Yahoo! Eurosport UK -Scottish Daily Recordall 290 news articles »

E! OnlineJamie Foxx Defends Django Unchained, Jessica Simpson's Cleavage Says ...E! OnlineJamie Foxx is getting quick on the draw when it comes to facing his film's detractors. The Oscar-winning actor is defending his slavery-themed spaghetti Western Django Unchained from criticism that the Quentin Tarantino–directed revenge saga puts a ...Samuel L Jackson - Samuel L Jackson Talks Django Unchained and being the ...Contactmusic.com'Django Unchained': The 'Despicable' Inside Story Of Samuel L. Jackson's RoleMTV.comLanguage, shoot-outs distract in disappointing 'Django Unchained'Kansas.comWLTX.com -National Review Online (blog) -Celebuzzall 2,119 news articles »

Daily BeastPutin Signs US Adoption BanDaily BeastNot exactly surprising, but devastating nonetheless. Russian president Vladimir Putin signed a bill on Friday that will ban all overseas U.S. adoptions. The unprecedented move is part of a harsh response by Putin for a U.S. law that targets alleged ...A cold war over Russian adoptions stings Bay Area familiesSan Jose Mercury NewsPutin signs ban on US adoptions of Russian childrenBusiness Recorder (blog)Russia's Vladimir Putin signs anti-US adoptions billGlobe and MailDaily Mail -ABC News -NPR (blog)all 2,879 news articles »

ABC NewsHere Comes the Obama Tax CutDaily BeastThe Republican plans on the fiscal cliff are becoming obsolete faster than Republicans can devise new plans. The latest plan: blame the Senate. Boehner's message to House Republicans was the same as what he's saying privately to other party leaders.Obama back in Washington to deal with fiscal cliffDeutsche WelleCongressional leaders head to the White House, House to return on Sunday ...Politico (blog)Obama to Send Scaled-Back Fiscal Cliff Agreement to CongressBETChristian Broadcasting Network -Austin News -Reuters UKall 5,584 news articles »