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Climate Change Summit: Will Durban Disappoint?
As the climate change conference in Durban nears the end, UK environment experts asses what has been achieved at the current round of talks.
From Laura Eisenhower to Victoria Beckham: The Unending Mystery of UFOs
According to experts, there is a 65 percent rise in the UFO sightings reported over the past two years.
Climate Change Summit: China Backs Kyoto With Conditions
China backs the EU's plans to continue the Kyoto Protocol in the fight against global warming, but not without conditions.
Climate Change Summit: Protesters Take to the Streets in Durban [PHOTOS]
More than 6,000 protestors marched the streets of Durban to demand faster action on climate change.
World's 10 Most Dangerous Countries
World's 10 Most Dangerous Countries
EXCLUSIVE: Wikileaks Spy Files - Privacy International Declares War on Surveillance Firms
The release of Spy Files by Wikileaks is just the first stage of tackling the global problem of civilian surveillance, according to Privacy International founder, Simon Davies.
EURO 2012 Draw: Capello Covets Favourable Group as England Await Their Fate
Fabio Capello will be hoping England are gifted a favourable group when the Euro 2012 draw takes place in Ukraine's capital, Kiev, at 1700 on Friday.
Rugby Union: Jaque Fourie Will Not Return To South Africa
South African rugby union player Jacque Fourie will remain in Japan for the next two years to play for Kobe Steel.
Durban: America Urged To Change Stance at U.N. Climate Talks
Activists warn the U.S. will derail progress at the Climate Change talks in Durban, South Africa, by blocking moves toward a climate change fund.
Climate Change Summit: Celebrities Head to Durban [PHOTOS]
A host of celebrities are expected to attend the U.N. climate change conference in Durban, South Africa.
Mugabe Loyalists Angered by Nando's Advert
The restaurant chain Nando's has drawn the ire of a militant group over its latest advert.
Climate Change: Vivienne Westwood Donates £1m to Save Planet
Dame Vivienne Westwood has pledged £1 million to help tackle climate change.
Qatar to Host 2012 U.N. Climate Summit
Qatar will host the Conference of the Parties (COP18) climate change talks in 2012.
Nando's Advert: Robert Mugabe and Other Controversial Campaigns
Nando's South Africa last week sparked controversy with a toungue-in-cheek advertising campaign showing world dictators spending quality time together. The international restaurant chain has a long history of provocative and politically sensitive adverts. Here are some of the IBTimes' favourites.
Durban Climate Change Summit: Oxfam Urges Climate Action to Prevent Hunger and Poverty
Firm action is required at the Durban climate talks to prevent increasing global hunger and poverty, Oxfam warns.
UK in Secret Tar Sands Oil Deal with Canada: Report
The revelations are a blow to David Cameron's claim to be the "greenest government ever."
South Africa: Controversial Nando's Advert Features Mugabe, Gaddafi and Chairman Mao [VIDEO]
Nando's South Africa has launched a controversial new advert featuring a host of authoritarian dictators in happier times.
Climate Change Conference: U.S. and Saudi Arabia Reluctant to Commit to Global Climate Fund
The United States is reluctant to sign off on a collective global climate change fund, undermining already tense negotiations ahead of official U.N. climate change conference to begin on Monday in Durban, South Africa.
Angelina Jolie, Leonardo DiCaprio to Attend Climate Talks in South Africa
Angelina Jolie has started a celebrity following for the upcoming climate change conference in Durban, South Africa.
What Does the ‘Secrecy Bill’ Mean for South Africa?
How will the Protection of State Information Bill impact on the economy, media, and people of South Africa?
‘Climategate’ Emails Leaked Again Ahead of Key Summit
The "Climategate" controversy over global warming science erupted again on Tuesday, just days ahead of U.N. Climate Change Conference in South Africa.
Black Tuesday: 'Secrecy Bill' Passed in South Africa
South African MPs have approved a controversial Protection of State Information Bill despite widespread criticism, prompting protesters to call the day "Black Tuesday", the darkest day for South African democracy since the end of apartheid in 1994.
Prodigious Marseille Star Refutes Arsenal and Manchester United ‘Rumours’
Marseille star André Ayew has distanced himself from a possible move to the Premier League despite rumoured interest from Arsenal and Manchester United.
Greenhouse Gases 'Hit Record High': U.N. Report
Greenhouse gases have increased beyond the worst predictions of U.N. climate experts, a new report shows.
Former Test Cricketer Basil d’Oliveira Dies
The legendary player died in England after a long phase of deteriorating health.
Climate Change: IPCC report is a ‘huge wake-up call’
Extreme weather will strike as climate change takes hold. Heavier rainfall, storms and droughts could wipe billions off economies and destroy lives, says a report by 100 scientists.
Green Party Leader: Wealthy Countries Must Pay for Climate Change Fund
Green Party councillor James Abbott says wealthy countries should fund the multibillion dollar Green Climate Fund.
Peter Roebuck Suicide: Student was 'Groomed' Online Before Sexually Assaulted
A student whose sexual assault complaint is believed to have prompted the suicide of former cricketer Peter Roebuck told yesterday how he was "groomed online."
New Contract For Young Manchester City Star With ‘Everything’
Manchester City winger Adam Johnson has reportedly signed a new long term contract to remain at the Etihad Stadium until 2015.
World's Biggest Yellow Diamond Sold for £7.8 Million
The largest yellow diamond known in existence has been sold for a massive £7.8m million. The auction house, Sotheby's, estimated that the accurately named Sun-Drop diamond would be valued at somewhere between $11 million to $15 million.