Train derails in Japan, 50 people dead / AP Rescuers
struggled to free people still trapped in the wreckage more than 11
hours after a packed commuter train jumped the tracks in western Japan
on Monday. Read Article >>
World is taking a harder line on North Korea arms By CHOE SANG-HUN / IHT In an unusual move, South Korea made a direct criticism of North Korea on Monday, warning against conducting a nuclear test. Sanctuary closed to deserters By SARAH SCHWEITZER / The Boston Globe U.S. soldiers who have sought political sanctuary in Canada have found themselves in a political limbo.