IN PICS: The disappearing Arctic ice cap

In an alarming sign, scientists have warned that Arctic sea ice is dramatically melting at a faster rate than previously thought, which may accelerate the effects of global warming. Rediff.com......

US intercepts Russian, China bombers near Alaska

The North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD) intercepted a group of bombers near Alaska, marking the first instance of joint Russian and Chinese operations prompting such a response from......

PHOTO Album: 2 days in sub-zero Arctic

Would you dare to spend a month to a month in a half in temperatures that usually don't exceed -10 degrees Fahrenheit or -23 degrees Celsius? Probably no. But that's just what a couple dozen......

China's next: 'Polar Silk Road' close to North Pole

As the ice-covered parts of the Arctic Ocean melt due to climate change, China has flagged its interest to take part in building ‘Polar Silk Road’, raising prospects for the emergence......

Marion Cotillard, Clooney, Gaga: Humanitarians of Hollywood

Ever wondered what happens when Hollywood A-listers turn protestors? Take a look.There exists a rare breed of showbiz celebrities who are just as passionate about social causes close to their heart......

PIX: Chelsea rout Barcelona, Leverkusen stun Manchester City

A round-up of Tuesday's action in the UEFA Champions League. IMAGE: 18-year-old Estevao scores Chelsea's second goal with a piledriver during the UEFA Champions League match against Barcelona at......

Toronto Raptors NBA victory bash marred by shooting

IMAGE: Police and spectators run as crowds scattered after reports of shots fired in the area where thousands gathered in Nathan Phillips Square to celebrate the Toronto Raptors victory parade.......