| African Union in rift with court The African Union halts co-operation with the International Criminal Court over its war-crimes charges against Sudan's leader.  Alaska Governor Palin to resign Republican ex-vice-presidential hopeful Sarah Palin is to quit as Alaska governor amid speculation about a possible presidential bid. Jackson tickets via internet draw Tickets for a memorial service for Michael Jackson in Los Angeles will be made available via the internet, organisers reveal. Russia 'agrees US troop transit' An Obama administration official says Russia has agreed to let US troops bound for Afghanistan fly through its airspace. Deadly helicopter crash in Pakistan Up to 26 Pakistani soldiers are feared dead after an army transport helicopter crashes in a tribal region, officials say. UN chief to hold more Burma talks UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon is set to hold a second meeting with Burma's top military leaders. British embassy staff in Iran 'face trial' Some of the British embassy staff arrested in Iran for "inciting protests" will be put on trial, a top cleric says. Top envoy in Honduras for talks A top Latin American diplomat arrives in Honduras to demand the restoration of ousted President Manuel Zelaya. News Wizard |