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• At least 28 die in 'terrorist' attack at Chinese train station: reports
• Obama, wary of foreign crises, faces East-West standoff in Ukraine
• Bomb kills at least 10 in northeast Nigerian city: witnesses
• Pakistani Taliban announces ceasefire to revive peace talks
• Venezuela foreign minister to meet Ban Ki-moon in Geneva
• Pakistani army fuels anger in securing Swat from Taliban
• In drug lord's state, Mexicans march for peace
• Xinjiang separatists behind deadly China rail attack: Xinhua
• US calls on Russia to withdraw forces from Ukraine
• Abraham beats Stieglitz for WBO super middle belt
• China: Train station attack an act of terrorism
• Obama expresses deep concern to Putin on Ukraine
• Mozambique's Frelimo picks presidential candidate
• Jagr nets 700th career goal as Devils romp
• At UN, US demands Russia pull back in Ukraine
• Obama consults with Hollande, Harper on Ukraine
• Russian troops take over Ukraine's Crimea region
• Russia, West trade accusations over Ukraine crisis at U.N
• Obama speaks to France's Hollande, Canada's Harper on Ukraine: White House
• Pardew warned, fined by Newcastle for head-butt
• At cradle of Revolution, doubts about Ukraine's leadership
• Mud madness: Brazilian town's dirty Carnival party
• Chelsea builds EPL lead; Bayern 20 points in front
• Sturridge can be England centurion: Hodgson
• 10-man Levante beats Osasuna 2-0 in Spain
• U.S. tells Russia: Ukraine intervention risks dangerous escalation
• Britain summons ambassador over Russia troops decision
• Obama, Putin speak by phone amid Ukraine crisis
• Top Asian News at 10:30 p.m. GMT
• Sporting rallies 2-1 over Braga, stays 2nd
• West voices alarm on Crimea, urges Russia to respect Ukraine sovereignty
• Roma and Inter draw 0-0 in half-closed stadium
• Sleepy Crimean port turns out for Russian troops
• Waratahs set the pace in Super Rugby

At least 28 die in 'terrorist' attack at Chinese train station: reports Posted: 01 Mar 2014 02:33 PM PST By Ben Blanchard BEIJING (Reuters) - At least 28 people were killed by knife-wielding attackers in a "violent terrorist attack" at a train station in the southwestern Chinese city of Kunming, and police shot dead five of the assailants, state media said on Sunday. Another 113 people were wounded, the official Xinhua news agency said, revising down a previous higher figure. "It was an organized, premeditated violent terrorist attack," Xinhua said. "They just fell on the ground." Graphic pictures on the Twitter-like microblogging service Sina Weibo showed bodies covered in blood lying on the ground at the station.

Obama, wary of foreign crises, faces East-West standoff in Ukraine Posted: 01 Mar 2014 03:29 PM PST By Matt Spetalnick and Warren Strobel WASHINGTON (Reuters) - As Russia deepened its military intervention in Ukraine's Crimea region on Saturday, ignoring Barack Obama's stern warning, the U.S. president faced a critical test of whether Washington has the leverage or the will to get Moscow to back down. Obama, who has avoided entanglement in global crises where possible and focused on domestic affairs, now finds himself in the midst of the most dangerous East-West standoff since the end of the Cold War. U.S. officials have said for months they did not want Ukraine's political crisis to turn into a Washington-Moscow tug of war.

Bomb kills at least 10 in northeast Nigerian city: witnesses Posted: 01 Mar 2014 02:24 PM PST By Lanre Ola MAIDUGURI, Nigeria (Reuters) - At least 10 people were killed on Saturday when a bomb exploded in the northeast Nigerian city of Maiduguri, witnesses said, in a region where the Islamist sect Boko Haram is pursuing a bloody insurgency. Boko Haram, whose fight for an Islamic state in northern Nigeria has killed thousands and made the group the biggest threat to security in Africa's top oil producer, is increasingly targeting the civilian population. "I am at the scene now, it is very bad," local resident Ismaila Abdulraman told Reuters by telephone. There was no immediate claim of responsibility for the bombing, but Boko Haram only communicates occasionally through Internet videos, days or weeks after attacks.

Pakistani Taliban announces ceasefire to revive peace talks Posted: 01 Mar 2014 07:37 AM PST By Katharine Houreld and Mehreen Zahra-Malik ISLAMABAD (Reuters) - The Pakistani Taliban on Saturday announced a one-month ceasefire aimed at reviving peace talks after receiving what it said were government assurances it would not be attacked. A government negotiator could not confirm that there were such guarantees, but said talks could be restarted if the ceasefire was honored. Speculation has mounted in recent weeks that the Pakistani military is planning an offensive against the insurgents after talks between the militants and government broke down. "The senior leadership of the Taliban advises all subgroups to respect the Taliban's call for a ceasefire and abide by it and completely refrain from all jihadi activities in this time period," spokesman Shahidullah Shahid said in a statement.

Venezuela foreign minister to meet Ban Ki-moon in Geneva Posted: 01 Mar 2014 10:42 AM PST By Daniel Wallis and Girish Gupta CARACAS (Reuters) - Venezuela said on Saturday its foreign minister will meet United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon in Geneva on Tuesday amid growing international calls for dialogue between political players to ease the OPEC nation's worst unrest in a decade. President Nicolas Maduro says his foes are trying to trigger a coup, while his opponents accuse troops and pro-government militants of attacking demonstrators. Venezuela's permanent representative to the United Nations, Jorge Valero, said on Saturday that the secretary general asked for a meeting with Foreign Minister Elias Jaua on Tuesday at the sidelines of a gathering of the U.N. Human Rights Council. "He will have the opportunity to explain the policies for peace and promotion of dialogue that the government is pushing, and to denounce the terrorist plans that have been developing in Venezuela," Valero told Noticias24 Radio in Caracas.

Pakistani army fuels anger in securing Swat from Taliban Posted: 01 Mar 2014 01:03 PM PST By Mehreen Zahra-Malik KHWAZAKHELA, Pakistan (Reuters) - Pakistani farmer Wazir Jamal was so upset about being forced off his patch of land to make way for an army base in the Swat Valley that he killed himself, family and friends say. The army pushed Pakistani Taliban militants out of the scenic northwestern valley with a big offensive in 2009 and it is determined to keep them at bay. But in securing Swat with new checkpoints and bases, the army has had to take over some land, fuelling resentment among people who were happy to see soldiers chase the Taliban away but now wonder about the cost. "We're not against the army but please don't rob us of our lives," said Kaleem Ullah, Jamal's 16-year-old son.

In drug lord's state, Mexicans march for peace Posted: 01 Mar 2014 04:22 PM PST CULIACAN, Mexico (AP) — Fewer than a hundred people marched for peace in the northern Mexico state of Sinaloa on Saturday, several days after about 1,000 supporters of arrested drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman held a protest demanding his release.

Xinjiang separatists behind deadly China rail attack: Xinhua Posted: 01 Mar 2014 04:21 PM PST Beijing (AFP) - Separatists from China's northwest region of Xinjiang orchestrated the attack on a train station which left 29 dead, the Xinhua news agency reported Sunday, quoting the city government.

US calls on Russia to withdraw forces from Ukraine Posted: 01 Mar 2014 04:19 PM PST WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama on Saturday called on Russian President Vladimir Putin to de-escalate the tense atmosphere in Ukraine by pulling his forces back to bases in the country's Crimean region and to refrain from interfering elsewhere in the former Soviet republic.

Abraham beats Stieglitz for WBO super middle belt Posted: 01 Mar 2014 04:13 PM PST MAGDEBURG, Germany (AP) — Arthur Abraham defeated Robert Stieglitz by split decision on Saturday in their third bout, winning back the WBO super middleweight title he lost to his fellow German in March last year.

China: Train station attack an act of terrorism Posted: 01 Mar 2014 04:11 PM PST BEIJING (AP) — More than 10 knife-wielding attackers slashed people at a train station in southwestern China late Saturday in what authorities called a terrorist attack by Uighur separatists, and police fatally shot five of the assailants, leaving 34 people dead and 130 others injured, state media said.

Obama expresses deep concern to Putin on Ukraine Posted: 01 Mar 2014 04:07 PM PST By Steve Holland WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Barack Obama told Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday that Moscow's deployment of Russian forces into Crimea is a clear violation of Ukraine's sovereignty and warned of greater economic and political isolation if they are not withdrawn. The White House said Obama and Putin spoke by phone for 90 minutes, their second phone call in the past eight days over Ukraine, an escalating crisis that is presenting a new challenge to already strained U.S.-Russian relations. The United States called on Russia to de-escalate tensions by withdrawing its forces back to bases in Crimea and to refrain from any interference elsewhere in Ukraine.

Mozambique's Frelimo picks presidential candidate Posted: 01 Mar 2014 03:53 PM PST Matola (Mozambique) (AFP) - Mozambique's ruling Frelimo party picked Defence Minister Filipe Nyussi as its presidential candidate late Saturday, a decision likely to see current President Armando Guebuza maintain influence even after he steps down following October polls. "Filipe Nyussi won with 68 percent," party spokesman Damiao Jose told AFP early Sunday following two rounds of voting. "Congratulations Frelimo," Nyussi told AFP after his win. Frelimo -- a formerly Marxist-Leninist but now avowedly capitalist party -- has won every election since Mozambique's civil war ended 21 years ago, and is expected to do so again in October.

Jagr nets 700th career goal as Devils romp Posted: 01 Mar 2014 03:51 PM PST New York (AFP) - Czech star Jaromir Jagr scored his 700th career National Hockey League goal on Saturday to help the New Jersey Devils take a 6-1 victory over the New York Islanders.

At UN, US demands Russia pull back in Ukraine Posted: 01 Mar 2014 03:50 PM PST United Nations (United States) (AFP) - The United States called on Russia to withdraw its troops from Ukraine on Saturday as Kiev urged the UN Security Council to take immediate action to stop the crisis. As Russian lawmakers endorsed military action in Ukraine and Kiev warned Russian troops were pouring into Crimea, diplomats scrambled the 15-member Council for emergency talks in New York.

Obama consults with Hollande, Harper on Ukraine Posted: 01 Mar 2014 03:42 PM PST US President Barack Obama consulted with France and Canada's leaders Saturday to discuss the crisis in Ukraine, vowing to work together on an aid package to the hard-hit country, the White House said. In Obama's separate phone calls with French President Francois Hollande and Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, "the leaders agreed that Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity must be respected, and expressed their grave concern over Russia's intervention in Ukraine," a White House statement said.

Russian troops take over Ukraine's Crimea region Posted: 01 Mar 2014 03:37 PM PST SIMFEROPOL, Ukraine (AP) — Russian troops took over the strategic Crimean peninsula Saturday without firing a shot. The newly installed government in Kiev was powerless to react, and despite calls by U.S. President Barack Obama for Russia to pull back its forces, Western governments had few options to counter Russia's military moves.

Russia, West trade accusations over Ukraine crisis at U.N Posted: 01 Mar 2014 03:34 PM PST By Louis Charbonneau UNITED NATIONS (Reuters) - Russia and Western nations on the U.N. Security Council accused each other of meddling in Ukraine's internal affairs on Saturday as the United States called for the immediate deployment of international monitors to the former Soviet republic. The hurling of accusations back and forth at the United Nations highlighted the deep gulf between Moscow on one side and the United States and Europe on the other when it comes to countries in what Russia considers its sphere of influence. Ukraine's U.N. Ambassador Yuriy Sergeyev asked the United States and other key members of the 15-nation council to help safeguard its territorial integrity after Russia announced plans to send armed forces into neighboring Ukraine.

Obama speaks to France's Hollande, Canada's Harper on Ukraine: White House Posted: 01 Mar 2014 03:31 PM PST U.S. President Barack Obama spoke by phone on Saturday with French President Francois Hollande and Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper and they expressed grave concern about Russia's military intervention in Ukraine, the White House said. "The leaders agreed that Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity must be respected," the White House said in a statement about the two separate phone calls. They agreed to coordinate closely together and through international organizations, and "affirmed the importance of unity within the international community in support of international law and the future of Ukraine and its democracy," the White House said. The leaders also pledged to work together on a package of support and assistance to help Ukraine as it pursues reforms and stabilizes its economy, the White House said.

Pardew warned, fined by Newcastle for head-butt Posted: 01 Mar 2014 03:29 PM PST Newcastle manager Alan Pardew head-butted a player in an English Premier League game against Hull on Saturday, leading to a swift formal warning and 100,000-pound ($168,000) fine from his club, and facing the prospect of a lengthy touchline ban.

At cradle of Revolution, doubts about Ukraine's leadership Posted: 01 Mar 2014 03:26 PM PST By Sabina Zawadzki KIEV, Ukraine (Reuters) - In the place that made the revolution against ousted President Viktor Yanukovich, hundreds remain to defend its hopes. As Ukraine's new government confronted a grave crisis of security on Saturday night, however, there were doubts about the quality of the new leaders from the people who put them in power. As protest leaders took to the stage in Kiev's Independence Square, or what is popularly called the 'Maidan', to make speeches about the crisis in Crimea, others - including families with young children and pensioners - milled about. Although many on the square were quick to say Russia's incursion into Crimea was a provocation, most were as keen to discuss their wide distrust of all parts of the state.

Mud madness: Brazilian town's dirty Carnival party Posted: 01 Mar 2014 03:19 PM PST PARATY, Brazil (AP) — Extravagant costumes need not apply at the "Bloco da Lama" Carnival street party, where revelers dispense with pirate, princess and devil disguises in favor of thick, head-to-toe layers of black mud.

Chelsea builds EPL lead; Bayern 20 points in front Posted: 01 Mar 2014 03:11 PM PST LONDON (AP) — As the tightest English Premier League title race in years is playing out, the Bundesliga is witnessing its most one-sided.

Sturridge can be England centurion: Hodgson Posted: 01 Mar 2014 03:04 PM PST England manager Roy Hodgson has encouraged striker Daniel Sturridge to bring his superb Liverpool form to the international arena by predicting that he could go on to win 100 caps. Sturridge, 24, is enjoying the finest season of his career to date, having scored 18 goals in 20 games to help fire Liverpool's Premier League title charge alongside strike partner Luis Suarez. He is expected to lead the line for England at this year's World Cup in Brazil, but despite his thrilling displays at club level, injuries have prevented him from scaling the heights on the international scene. The former Manchester City and Chelsea forward has won only nine caps, scoring two goals, and has started just four matches since Hodgson succeeded Fabio Capello as manager in May 2012.

10-man Levante beats Osasuna 2-0 in Spain Posted: 01 Mar 2014 02:59 PM PST BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Levante struck early and relied on its staunch defense when reduced to 10 men to beat Osasuna 2-0 at home in the Spanish league on Saturday.

U.S. tells Russia: Ukraine intervention risks dangerous escalation Posted: 01 Mar 2014 02:54 PM PST U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel told his Russian counterpart on Saturday that Moscow's military intervention risked creating further instability and an escalation "that would threaten European and international security," the Pentagon said. "Secretary Hagel stressed that, without a change on the ground, Russia risks further instability in the region, isolation in the international community and an escalation that would threaten European and international security," Pentagon spokesman Rear Admiral John Kirby said in a statement, describing the call with Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu.

Britain summons ambassador over Russia troops decision Posted: 01 Mar 2014 02:51 PM PST British Foreign Secretary William Hague on Saturday condemned the Russian parliament's decision to authorise military action in Ukraine and summoned the Russian ambassador to register his concerns. "This action is a potentially grave threat to the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of Ukraine. We condemn any act of aggression against Ukraine," Hague said in a statement issued by the Foreign Office. The Kremlin said that President Vladimir Putin had not yet taken a decision on sending troops to Ukraine, after he was given the green light from parliament.

Obama, Putin speak by phone amid Ukraine crisis Posted: 01 Mar 2014 02:36 PM PST WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House says President Barack Obama and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke by telephone as the U.S. reviews Russia's military moves in Ukraine.

Top Asian News at 10:30 p.m. GMT Posted: 01 Mar 2014 02:32 PM PST BEIJING (AP) — More than 10 knife-wielding attackers slashed people at a train station in southwestern China late Saturday in what authorities called a terrorist attack, and police fatally shot five of the assailants, leaving 28 people dead and 113 injured, state media said. The attackers, most of them dressed in black, stormed the Kunming Train Station in Yunnan Province and started attacking people in the late evening, witness Yang Haifei, told the official Xinhua News Agency in an interview from a hospital where he was being treated for chest and back wounds.

Sporting rallies 2-1 over Braga, stays 2nd Posted: 01 Mar 2014 02:31 PM PST LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Sporting Lisbon overcame an own goal to fight back for a 2-1 win over Braga, ensuring it remained in second place in the Portuguese league on Saturday.

West voices alarm on Crimea, urges Russia to respect Ukraine sovereignty Posted: 01 Mar 2014 02:29 PM PST The West expressed alarm on Saturday over fast-moving developments in Ukraine's Crimea, urging all sides to avoid further escalation and calling on Russia to respect Ukraine's sovereignty. A week after violent protests forced Russian-backed President Viktor Yanukovich to abandon power in Kiev, Ukraine's new leaders say Russia is trying to take control of the southern Crimea region, which has a majority ethnic Russian population. France, Britain and Germany issued calls for de-escalation in Crimea hours after U.S. President Barack Obama warned that military intervention in the region would be deeply destabilizing and "carry costs".

Roma and Inter draw 0-0 in half-closed stadium Posted: 01 Mar 2014 02:12 PM PST ROME (AP) — With nearly half the stadium closed to fans as punishment for territorial chants, not much was missed in a 0-0 draw between second-place Roma and fifth-place Inter Milan in Serie A on Saturday.

Sleepy Crimean port turns out for Russian troops Posted: 01 Mar 2014 02:11 PM PST By Alissa de Carbonnel BALACLAVA, Ukraine (Reuters) - When a convoy of Russian military vehicles unloaded dozens of armed troops into this sleepy Crimean port town on Saturday, residents thronged around them honking car horns, snapping pictures and waving Russian flags. Although the Russian-speaking servicemen bore no insignia, their vehicles had Russian military plates and there was no doubt among residents they were deployed from the nearby Russian base to take up position outside a Ukrainian border guard base. Ludmila Marchenko, a retired teacher, simply burst into applause when asked about the masked soldiers with automatic rifles standing guard nearby. Russian President Vladimir Putin demanded and won approval from his parliament on Saturday for military action in Ukraine to protect Russian citizens.

Waratahs set the pace in Super Rugby Posted: 01 Mar 2014 02:10 PM PST WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Propelled by the try-scoring brilliance of Wallabies fullback Israel Folau, the New South Wales Waratahs beat bitter interstate rivals the Queensland Reds 32-5 to advance their most-promising Super Rugby campaign of recent years with a second straight bonus-point victory on Saturday.

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