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Poll: People back Dems' reform plan

Sat, 18 May 2013 04:32:00 GMT

Most people polled recently supported a plan to reform the Democrat Party, according to the survey results released on Saturday by Suan Dusit Poll at Suan Dusit Rajabhat University.

Korda seizes lead at Mobile Bay LPGA

Sat, 18 May 2013 03:49:29 GMT

Jessica Korda had seven birdies in her seven-under par 65 to seize a one-shot second-round lead over surging Hall of Famer Karrie Webb in the Mobile Bay LPGA Classic.

All-French European Cup rugby final an international affair

Sat, 18 May 2013 03:49:29 GMT

Iconic English fly-half Jonny Wilkinson will seek to add a continental crown to his honours when his Toulon club take on French rivals Clermont in the European Cup final on Saturday.

Bayern eye more records in league finale

Sat, 18 May 2013 03:49:29 GMT

Bayern Munich wrap up their record-breaking Bundesliga season on Saturday at Borussia Moenchengladbach with 20 records in their sights and with coach Jupp Heynckes to end his German league career at the club where he began in 1963.

Bradley maintains PGA Byron Nelson lead

Sat, 18 May 2013 03:49:29 GMT

Keegan Bradley followed up his stellar 10-under par first round with a one-under 69 to maintain a three-stroke lead in the US PGA Tour Byron Nelson Championship.

Leader Van Garderen wins Tour of California time trial

Sat, 18 May 2013 02:49:28 GMT

American BMC rider Tejay van Garderen strengthened his grip on the overall lead in the Tour of California on Friday with a victory in the individual time trial, sixth stage.

Italians want lower wind speed caps at America's Cup

Sat, 18 May 2013 02:49:28 GMT

The head of Italian team Luna Rossa said he wanted lower wind speed caps for the America's Cup yacht races, or to be allowed to sit out the event without being penalized.

US psychiatry gets makeover in new manual

Sat, 18 May 2013 02:49:28 GMT

The latest makeover to a massive psychiatric tome honored by some, reviled by others and even called the "Bible" of mental disorders is being released Saturday with a host of new changes.

Litvinenko UK inquest in doubt after evidence excluded

Sat, 18 May 2013 02:49:28 GMT

The inquest into the death in Britain of Russian dissident Alexander Litvinenko was close to collapse Saturday after the coroner ruled he could not hear evidence about the alleged role of the Kremlin in his poisoning.

Gold prices down 200 baht

Sat, 18 May 2013 02:47:00 GMT

The Gold Traders Association this morning announced buying prices at 18,965.16 baht per baht-weight for gold ornaments and 19,250 baht per baht-weight for gold bar.

Cannes Festival rocked as Chopard jewels stolen

Sat, 18 May 2013 01:49:29 GMT

Jewellery worth $1.4 million due to be loaned to stars at the Cannes Film Festival was stolen from a local hotel in a pre-dawn heist but the coveted Palme d'Or trophy was safe, officials said.

Sweden keeps Eurovision glitz factor high

Sat, 18 May 2013 01:49:29 GMT

From Bonnie Tyler via a Ukrainian giant to a barefoot Dane, this year's Eurovision Song Contest, hosted by Sweden, promises to deliver the type of glitzy spectacle that unites Europe like nothing else, short of the love of football.

Litvinenko UK inquest in doubt after evidence excluded

Sat, 18 May 2013 01:49:29 GMT

The inquest into the death in Britain of Russian dissident Alexander Litvinenko is close to being scrapped after the coroner ruled he could not hear evidence about the alleged role of the Kremlin in his poisoning.

IRS chief insists abuses were not political

Sat, 18 May 2013 01:49:29 GMT

The outgoing head of the IRS told Congress that the US tax agency made "foolish mistakes" in targeting conservative groups, but insisted the action was not politically motivated.

$1.4 mln jewel theft stuns Cannes

Sat, 18 May 2013 01:49:00 GMT

Jewellery worth $1.4 million due to be loaned to stars at the Cannes Film Festival was stolen from a local hotel in a pre-dawn heist but the coveted Palme d'Or trophy was safe, officials said.

Lt. Gen. Scaparrotti picked to lead US forces in S.Korea

Sat, 18 May 2013 00:49:29 GMT

A US Army officer who served at the top echelon in the Afghanistan war and at the Pentagon has been picked to lead American forces in South Korea, according to officials.

3 Thais near top at LPGA

Fri, 17 May 2013 23:52:00 GMT

MOBILE, Alabama - Pornanong Phatlum, Thidapa and Ariya Jutanugarn all sat just behind leader Jessica Korda heading into the third round of the Mobile Bay LPGA Classic golf tournament on Saturday.

Purdy's title bid fails before it starts

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:49:29 GMT

England's Lee Purdy failed to make weight for Saturday's planned welterweight world title fight against champion Devon Alexander, squandering his chance for the crown.

Atletico stun 10-man Real to win their 10th Spanish Cup

Fri, 17 May 2013 21:49:30 GMT

Atletico Madrid won their 10th Spanish Cup when they beat bitter city rivals Real Madrid 2-1 in extra-time in a match which saw both Jose Mourinho and Cristiano Ronaldo sent off.

Stormy Copa del Rey final goes to extra-time

Fri, 17 May 2013 21:49:30 GMT

The 109th Copa del Rey final between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid was forced into extra time after both sides were locked at 1-1 after 90 minutes at the Santiago Bernabeu on Friday.

Leinster add to Stade agony with Challenge Cup win

Fri, 17 May 2013 21:49:30 GMT

Leinster shrugged off the absence of star centre Brian O'Driscoll to beat Stade Francais 34-13 on Friday to clinch the European Challenge Cup.

Mourinho, Ronaldo off as Atletico stun Real

Fri, 17 May 2013 21:49:30 GMT

Atletico Madrid won their 10th Copa del Rey as goals from Diego Costa and Miranda saw them beat Real Madrid 2-1 in extra-time as both Jose Mourinho and Cristiano Ronaldo were sent-off.

China's Guan stumbles to 77 at Byron Nelson

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:49:29 GMT

Chinese schoolboy Guan Tianlang, who last month became the youngest golfer in Masters history, stumbled Friday to a second-round 77 at the $6.7 million US PGA Byron Nelson Championship.

Cannes Festival: Man held after scare at TV studio

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:49:29 GMT

A man was arrested on Friday after causing a scare at the Cannes Film Festival, where he attacked a TV studio with a gun loaded with blanks and a dummy grenade, police and witnesses said.

Mexico cuts 2013 growth forecast to 3.1%

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:49:30 GMT

Mexico cut its 2013 growth forecast on Friday after the economy expanded less than expected in the first quarter due to slumping industrial production and near stagnant exports.