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Pressure grows on Thai prime minister to resign 03:56 AM EST
Pressure mounted on Thailand's prime minister to resign as anti-government protesters occupied his headquarters for a fifth day Saturday and disrupted rail and air service in some of the country's popular tourist destinations.
Some leave Gulf Coast ahead of likely evacutaions 03:36 AM EST
As city officials detailed plans for an evacuation that could be called over the weekend, some residents weren't waiting to be told to leave.
Explosion in Sri Lankan capital wounds at least 44 03:36 AM EST
The Sri Lankan military says an explosion has rocked the capital, Colombo.
Egypt opens border crossing with Gaza Strip 03:31 AM EST
Palestinian officials say Egypt has opened its border crossing with the Gaza Strip, allowing hundreds of people to enter and leave the coastal territory.
Bombs, sectarian tensions still scar Iraq's Diyala 03:22 AM EST
The government offices in Iraq's Diyala province are encased in thick blast walls, a shield against suicide bombings. Nearby buildings are pockmarked from fighting between U.S. troops and Sunni insurgents.
Bush's Mideast peace timeline looking unattainable 03:21 AM EST
From the Gaza neighborhoods where Hamas radicals now collect money for utilities and mete out justice, President Bush's goal of forging an Israeli-Palestinian peace deal within five months is looking increasingly unattainable.
Gustav grows to Category 2 hurricane near Caymans 02:34 AM EST
The National Hurricane Center says Hurricane Gustav gained strength to become a Category 2 storm with winds near 100 mph.
AP News Alert 02:31 AM EST
The National Hurricane Center says Gustav swells to Category 2 hurricane, winds near 100 mph.
Weir shoots a career-low 61 for the lead at Boston 02:21 AM EST
Mike Weir shaved his "playoff beard" when his wife and children flew into town this week, but that had no bearing on his golf Friday. This was a round to enjoy, not explain.
Bean, four others share lead in California 02:21 AM EST
Andy Bean carded a six-under 66 at Pebble Beach on Friday to grab a share of the lead during the suspended first round of the Wal-Mart First Tee Open.