Flags flew at half-staff, public entertainment was cancelled and 1.3 billion people were asked to observe three minutes of silence as China began three days of mourning for the victims of the nation\'s massive earthquake.
A trade union representing South Africa\'s soldiers has reportedly sued the country’s defence ministry, accusing it of discriminating against people with HIV.
The United Nations said the World Food Program will be suspending cyclone aid to Myanmar formerly Burma, because its government seized supplies flown into that country.
A Colombian army colonel and 14 other soldiers have received prison sentences of up to 54 years for the killing of 10 undercover police officers in 2006.
Senator Hillary Clinton has claimed victory over Barack Obama in Indiana\'s presidential primary, based on a narrow lead with most votes counted up to late last night.
