USA - Race Rundown: N.H. Debates May Shake Up Race

Published on Jan 7, 2012 by AssociatedPress

While former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney holding a strong lead in the polls in New Hampshire, back to back debates gives him the opportunity to damage his standing and let a rival close ground. (Jan. 7)

Germany - Raw Video: Dozens Hurt in Massive Soccer Brawl

Published on Jan 7, 2012 by AssociatedPress

An indoor football tournament in Germany had to be cancelled after the opening day finished with a mass brawl that had to be broken up by police using tear gas on Friday, organisers say. (Jan. 6)

Today in History 7th January:

Published on Jan 7, 2012 by AssociatedPress

Here is a look at some of the notable events that took place on this day in history, January 7th.

USA - Ron Paul supporters on horseback in Manchester, New Hampshire

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Horses come out in support of Ron Paul in New Hampshire.

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France - Carla Bruni-Sarkozy rejects charity misconduct claims

Published on Jan 7, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.net/ Carla Bruni-Sarkozy has rejected claims of financial irregularities linked to her charity work.

In 2008, France's First Lady signed up as an ambassador for The Global Fund to Fight Aids, Tuberculosis and Malaria. She also has her own charitable foundation.

Reporting that France is a big contributor to the Global Fund, weekly magazine, Marianne, claims the Geneva-based body paid 2.7 million euros towards Bruni's philanthropic activities and to 'several agencies' belonging to a friend of the ex-model.

Syria - holds funerals for Damascus bombing victims

Published on Jan 7, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.net/ Amid a show of support for Syria's government, thousands have been paying their last respects to the 26 people killed in Friday's explosion in Damascus.

As a mass funeral was held, the state continued to blame 'terrorists' for what it said was a suicide bombing. Security personnel as well as civilians were killed, according to authorities.

But some opponents claim the regime itself staged the attack, to try to show it was fighting blind violence rather than a pro-democracy movement.

Jamaica - new prime minister Portia Simpson Miller says the time has comeo cut ties with UK

Published on Jan 7, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.net/ Jamaica's new prime minister says the time has come for the Caribbean country to cut ties with the British monarchy.

In her inaugural address, Portia Simpson Miller said her government's top priorities would be creating jobs and dealing with the nation's ailing economy, but complete independence is also on her wish list.

The announcement comes ahead of Prince Harry's visit in a few months and celebrations to mark 50 years of Jamaican independence from Britain.