World News Briefs -- May 10, 2010 (Evening Edition)

An Iraqi man inspects the site of a bomb attack at one of the homes of the police officers in Fallujah. Photo from Radio Free Europe

Nearly 100 Dead In Iraq's Most Lethal Day Of The Year -- McClatchy News

BAGHDAD — Nearly 100 people died and at least 300 others were injured Monday in a series of attacks that crisscrossed Iraq, targeting security forces, factory workers and shoppers on what authorities called the deadliest day of the year.

The violence - a combination of explosions and drive-by shootings at checkpoints - occurred against a backdrop of political stagnation since the March parliamentary elections, which pitted Prime Minister Nouri al Maliki against secular rival Ayad Allawi in a race so close that the outcome is still disputed.

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MIDDLE EAST

102 killed in Iraq's bloodiest day this year. More news here.

Israeli construction plans trouble new peace talks.

Russia's Medvedev arrives in Syrian capital to discuss energy, Mideast peace.

Iran says mothers can visit 3 jailed Americans.

Report details depravity of SEALs' accuser.

Israel to continue Jerusalem settlements despite talks.

Iran executes five activists, sending message to critics.

ASIA

Ex-president's son leads in Philippine vote count. Aquino poised to win Philippine polls despite glitches.

Thai protesters refuse to leave, push new demands.

Police: Maoist rebel blast kills 8 troops in India.

'Evidence on Cheonan won't change China's posture on NK'.

US envoy warns Myanmar over NKorea arms.

Pakistani soldiers clash with Taliban, 40 dead.

AFRICA

Critics say UN envoy to Somalia should resign.

At front lines, AIDS war is falling apart.

Zimbabwe court acquits Mugabe opponent Roy Bennett.

EUROPE

UK's Gordon Brown to resign as prime minister. UK election result still in doubt as Cameron negotiates.

Europe agrees rescue package.

Car bomb explodes near Russian military base.

Death toll in Russian mine blasts hits 30.

Ash from Iceland's volcano shuts European airports.

Russia's Red Square parade includes NATO countries for first time.

AMERICAS

Protesters in Haiti demand president's ouster.

Sandbags to try to block oil blobs in Louisiana. Engineers stymied on how to stop surging Gulf of Mexico oil spill.

Venezuela's Chavez threatens "Bourgeoisie" for economic woes.

Gates: Runaway military spending may affect war plans.

TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR

Times Square bomb: Did Pakistan Taliban send its 'C' team?

Times Square bombing: Sign of desperation from Pakistan Taliban?

US officials: Pakistani Taliban behind NY bomb attempt.

U.S. Attorney General Holder backs a Miranda limit for terror suspects.

ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS

Fannie Mae wants $8.4 billion more in federal aid.

A show of force in Europe, but worries linger.

EU preps $645 billion fund to fight ‘Wolfpack,’ debt crisis.

Euro could reach parity with dollar: German economist.

U.S. debt shock may hit in 2018, maybe as soon as 2013: Moody's.

US stocks surge at open after EU agrees to bailout. More news here.