Hopes for Syria peace dim after Assad, Obama remarksHopes for a quick political transition in war-ravaged Syria dimmed as embattled President Bashar al-Assad threw cold water on an ambitious timetable agreed at international talks in Vienna.
Clinton backs sweeping US-led global fight against ISHillary Clinton called for a US-led global fight to defeat the Islamic State group and shut down its flow of fighters, propaganda and weapons in the wake of the Paris attacks.
Barclays fined another $150 mn over forex 'misconduct'New York's financial regulator announced another $150 million fine against British bank Barclays over its "misconduct" in foreign exchange services offered to clients.
19 November 2015
'Brexit' is not going to happen, says EU's JunckerEuropean Commission chief Jean-Claude Juncker insisted that Britain would not leave the EU, as leaders prepare to discuss David Cameron's reform demands at a summit next month.
19 November 2015
Florence and the Machine to headline US summer festsEnglish rock act Florence and the Machines will headline two US summer music festivals, which announced lineups months before expected amid growing competition.
19 November 2015
Football: Blatter, Platini lose FIFA suspension appealsA FIFA appeal committee rejected a bid by president Sepp Blatter and UEFA chief Michel Platini to overturn their 90-day bans while Swiss police pursue a criminal inquiry.
19 November 2015
Zhanat Zhakiyanov on his way to WBA championship titleKazakhstani boxer Zhanat Zhakiyanov (26-1, 18 KOs) has become the top contender for the full WBA title in the bantamweight (53.42 kg) after defeating Yonfrez Parejo.
National Bank's Governor post is risky businessThe resignation of Kairat Kelimbetov from the post of the National Bank governor and a prompt appointment of Daniyar Akishev have raised conflicting feelings both in the media and among general public.