Veto on Syria sparks Arab and Western fury
Russian and Chinese vetoes at UN dubbed as "betrayal of Syrian people" amid fresh calls for President Assad to step down
Romney wins Nevada Republican caucuses
Ex-Massachusetts governor crushes rivals to consolidate his status as Republican front-runner for presidential ticket.
Cairo street battles enter fourth day
Tax office in capital set on fire amid continuing anger at authorities' failure to prevent Port Said football violence.
Deadly blast hits Afghan city
Car bomb explodes outside police headquarters in Kandahar, killing at least seven people.
Rival Putin crowds rally in Moscow
Thousands defy freezing temperatures to demand fair presidential polls, as PM's supporters gather for separate rally.
Deadly freeze moves west across Europe
More than 250 dead as temperatures plunge to nearly -40C, with Russia forced to reduce gas supplies to the continent.
S Africa's ANC denies appeal of youth leader
Disciplinary committee upholds suspension of Julius Malema, fiery leader convicted of causing rifts within ruling party.
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