Will Smith slaps guy who gets too close

Will Smith slapped a reporter at the Moscow premiere of Men in Black 3.

AP Top Stories

Here's the latest news for Saturday May 19: G8 leaders try to save Eurozone; Three arrested in Chicago over alleged attack plans; Bombing kills one in Italy; Will Smith slaps reporter.

NPR News: 05-19-2012 4PM ET

NPR News: 05-19-2012 4PM ET

Pres Obama Continues America's Perpetual State Of Emergency

May 18, 2012 C-SPAN http://MOXNews.com

Getting Close With Professors?

Professors don't have to be scary... and you can talk to them about something other than tests and grading! Gaby sent us another video talking about how important it is that you connect with your professors on a more personal level. Ana Kasparian of The Young Turks and John Iadarola discuss on TYT University. Do you think this is a good idea? Will talking with professors about something other t...

Police: 3 Face Terror Charges Ahead of NATO

Three men arrested earlier this week when police raided a Chicago apartment were being held Saturday on terrorism conspiracy charges, accused of trying to make Molotov cocktails ahead of the NATO summit. (May 19)

Argentina turns to dogs to hunt disappearing dollars

In Argentina, the government is using dogs to sniff out US dollars.   As part of a crack down on tax evasion, money laundering and cash being sent overseas,  restrictions are being imposed on foreign currency.  Those restrictions have made the dollar, seen as a refuge from double-digit inflation, increasing difficult to find on the streets of the Argentine capital. In an effort to curb the smug...

John Mayer: Restoring An Image, And An Instrument

Two years after a media controversy that sent him retreating from the spotlight, Mayer has a new album and is beginning to resurface. But a new obstacle has arisen in the meantime — a health condition that may keep him from performing for months to come.

NPR News: 05-19-2012 3PM ET

NPR News: 05-19-2012 3PM ET

Libya Elections: Voters cast ballots in Benghazi

People in Libya's second largest city Benghazi are casting their ballots in local elections. Voters are choosing 41 city councillors. And given that Benghazi was the birthplace of the revolution in Libya, the poll is taking on wider significance.

President Obama Speaks on Food Security at G8 Meeting

President Obama speaks before a meeting with other G8, African, and business leaders to discuss a new approach to ending hunger. May 19, 2012.

Raw Video: Ethiopian Activists Join G-8 Protests

Police officers, including dozens in riot gear, contained at least 200 Ethiopian protesters who joined a demonstration in Maryland targeting a global economic summit at nearby Camp David. (May 19)

Activist Chen Guangchen flies to NY

Bob Fu of China Aid describes Chinese activist Chen Guangchen's state of mind as he departed for New York Saturday.

News Bulletin -- 16:00 GMT

Press TV reports on the latest news headlines from around the world. Follow our Facebook on: https://www.facebook.com/presstvchannel Follow our Twitter on: http://twitter.com/presstv

Teaching Kids Balance Can Be A Lesson For Parents

To be a parent is to be constantly reminded that almost everything you thought you were doing right for your children will one day turn out to be wrong. The latest revised revelation may be: Training wheels don't help kids achieve a sense of balance.

Anti-Turkey sentiment spark protests in Iraq

Anti-Turkey sentiment. Iraqi people gather near the Turkish consulate in the southern city of Basra, calling on the Turkish government to stop interfering in Iraq's internal affairs.

NPR News: 05-19-2012 2PM ET

NPR News: 05-19-2012 2PM ET

World leaders convene in US for G8 Summit - Press TV News

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'Egyptian expat poll results, misleading' - Press TV News

Automatically uploaded video [VIDEO] 'Egyptian expat poll results, misleading' Sat May 19, 2012 5:35PM Url: "http://www.presstv.ir/detail/242059.html" #presstv #presstvandroid #presstviphone #presstvglobalnews #presstvmobile

Raw Video: Demonstrators Protest NATO

Protesters in Chicago took to the streets demanding the U.S. abandon NATO and use the money saved to better fund health care. (May 19)

Secretary Clinton Delivers Remarks With Tajikistani Foreign Minister Zarifi

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton delivers remarks with Foreign Minister of Tajikistan Hamrokhon Zarifi at the Department of State in Washington, D.C. on May 16, 2012. [Go to http://video.state.gov for more video and text transcript.]

Secretary Clinton Delivers Remarks With Israeli Defense Minister Barak

U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton delivers remarks with Israeli Defense Minister Ehud Barak at the Department of State in Washington, D.C. on May 17, 2012. [Go to http://video.state.gov for more video and text transcript.]

Mexican school puts its finger on autism

In Mexico, a team of software designers is collaborating with special education experts to produce the first application in Spanish and English aimed at helping children with autism and dyslexia. As a part of a special series, Al Jazeera's Franc Contreras takes us to a therapy centre in Tijuana, where autistic children are benefiting from this groundbreaking new technology.

West turns blind eye to Bahraini rights - Press TV News

Automatically uploaded video [VIDEO] West turns blind eye to Bahraini rights Sat May 19, 2012 5:21PM Url: "http://www.presstv.ir/detail/242054.html" #presstv #presstvandroid #presstviphone #presstvglobalnews #presstvmobile

'Crushing Bahrain revolution crucial to war plans against Iran'

Annexation - that's what tens of thousands of protesters in the Middle East are calling new Arab union plans. It comes after Saudi Arabia said it wants to form an alliance with Bahrain, paving the way for an EU-style of integration. Independent political analyst Dan Glazebrook explains why he thinks the Bahraini government is so supportive of the plan. Subscribe to RT! http://www.youtube.com/su...

NPR News: 05-19-2012 1PM ET

NPR News: 05-19-2012 1PM ET

Keiser Report: Guernica of Financial War (E290)

In this episode, Max Keiser and co-host, Stacy Herbert, discuss the Guernica of the financial war and the 'eternity' of 100 microseconds. In the second half of the show Max talks to artist, Alex Schaefer, about burning Chase, dangerous derivatives and paper dollars. Follow Max Keiser on Twitter: http://twitter.com/maxkeiser Watch all Keiser Report shows here: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

NPR: 05-19-2012 Shuffle

NPR Shuffle mixes it up every day, offering an unpredictable sampler from 'Morning Edition', 'All Things Considered' and other award-winning NPR programs. Enjoy listening to this podcast just as you would enjoy listening to NPR - ready to be surprised by the next great story!

SpaceX: Launch abort 'not a failure'

The president of private space company SpaceX says aborting the launch of the Dragon spacecraft was not a failure.

Raw Video: G8 Leaders Gather for Class Photo

The United States and other members of the Group of Eight industrial nations are expressing hope that Greece remains in the eurozone, saying all of the nations have an interest in strengthening the eurozone. (May 19)

Syria UN envoy: Terrorists creating buffer zone in Lebanon - Press TV News

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'Go-go' pioneer Chuck Brown dies

CNN's Fredricka Whitfield looks back at the career of Chuck Brown, pioneer of "go-go" music.

Raw Video: Will Smith Slaps Kissing Reporter

Hollywood star Will Smith slapped a male Ukrainian television channel reporter who tried to kiss him before the Moscow premiere of the film "Men in Black III." (May 19)

NPR News: 05-19-2012 12PM ET

NPR News: 05-19-2012 12PM ET

Police gear up in Chicago as thousands join anti-NATO rallies

Thousands of protesters have flooded Chicago ahead of a NATO summit on Sunday. A huge showdown is expected later, with police already on high alert. Around a dozen activists were arrested on the eve of the gathering - three were charged with conspiracy to cause terror. RT's Anastasia Churkina is in Chicago. Subscribe to RT! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=RussiaToday Watch R...

Serbia's economy hinges on elections

Millions of Serbs will decide their future in a presidential election run-off on Sunday. Pro-western democrat candidate Boris Tadic is facing nationalist challenger Tomislav Nikolic. With a national debt of more than $35bn and 25 per cent rate of unemployment, the winner will have to worry about the economy. Al Jazeera's Peter Sharp reports from Belgrade.

Political dispute continues between Iraq and Kurdistan Region - Press TV News

Automatically uploaded video [VIDEO] Political dispute continues between Iraq and Kurdistan Region Sat May 19, 2012 4:0PM Url: "http://www.presstv.ir/detail/242041.html" #presstv #presstvandroid #presstviphone #presstvglobalnews #presstvmobile

Egyptians voice fears over possible voting irregularities - Press TV News

Automatically uploaded video [VIDEO] Egyptians voice fears over possible voting irregularities Sat May 19, 2012 3:59PM Url: "http://www.presstv.ir/detail/242040.html" #presstv #presstvandroid #presstviphone #presstvglobalnews #presstvmobile

President Obama Speaks on Supporting Agriculture to Fight Hunger

President Obama announces a new alliance between government leaders and private sector partners to reduce hunger and lift 50 million people out of poverty by investing in Africa's agricultural economy. May 18, 2012.

In Focus: International adoption

CNN's Randi Kaye speaks with Rebecca Gray and her three adopted daughters, Jasmine, Kennedy and Gracie Jane.

Ways to keep your money safe

CNN's Randi Kaye speaks with financial expert Hank McLarty about ways to keep your money safe - and even grow it.

Chen leaves China on flight bound for US

Chinese human rights activist Chen Guangcheng and his family are on their way to New York. CNN's Stan Grant reports.

Jamie Oliver promotes healthy living

It's food revolution day! Friends, family and food lovers all over the world are taking steps toward healthy lifestyles.

Workman stranded after floor collapses under him in China

A workman was left stranded on an iron bar after the floor he was working on collapsed. Report by Sam Homewood. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Before NATO Summit, Protestors rally, march in Chicago

Though the NATO Summit starts May 20th, protestors are already filling the streets of the host city, Chicago. VOA's Kane Farabaugh has more on what was originally supposed to be the opening day protest rally of the G8 meeting in the city.

Obama: G8 unified in approach to Iran

President Obama welcomes G8 leaders to summit at Camp David.

Frost Over the World - The changing face of world politics

This episode focuses on world politics, beginning with an overview from the the British prime minister, David Cameron, as he talks about the tragedy of 9/11, the so-called war on terror, the impact of the Arab Spring, the military intervention in Libya, the security situation in Afghanistan and the recognition of Palestine as a state.

NPR News: 05-19-2012 11AM ET

NPR News: 05-19-2012 11AM ET

Mafia suspected in Italy school blast

A bomb blast outside a school in the south Italian city of Brindisi has killed a teenage girl and injured seven other people. Two of those caught in the blast are suffering from severe burns. Al Jazeera's Nadim Baba reports.

Weekly Address: Congress Must Move Forward, Not Back On Wall Street Reform

President Obama discusses the reforms to Wall Street that he put in place to protect consumers and make Wall Street play by the same set of rules -- and calls on lawmakers to finish implementing these reforms so that we can prevent excessive risk-taking and help create an economy that is built to last.

Autopsy Report Says THC Found In Trayvon Martin

May 17, 2012 CNN http://MOXNews.com

News Bulletin - 14:00 GMT update

The main headlines on Al Jazeera English, featuring the latest news and reports from around the world. [Saturday, May 19, 2012]

'Red Shirt' crackdown marked in Thai streets

Thousands in the Thai capital, Bangkok, have marked the second anniversary of a government crackdrown on the so-called 'Red Shirt' protesters in 2010. The government-ordered military crackdown led to the death of 90 people and another 2,000 injured. Al Jazeera's Wayne Hay reports from the streets of Bangkok, where for many, a sense of injustice remains.

Analyzing Facebook's NASDAQ Debut

Facebook will make its much-anticipated debut today on NASDAQ as a public company. As of last night, Facebook's offer had risen to $38 a share, putting the total value of the company at $104 billion. But for investors who got burned in the dot-com bubble of the late 1990s, all of the hype and hysteria over Facebook is a little too familiar. Our two guests today lived through the dot-com boom an...

Obama: G8 Unified in Stance on Iran, Syria

President Barack Obama says the leaders at the G8 meeting in camp David agree on issues surrounding Iran, North Korea and Syria. (May 19)

Iranian artists negotiate government guidelines

Despite issues of censorship and cultural sensitivities, Iranian artists work to change the image of Iranian art, educating the world on the country's contemporary art scene. While galleries and artists sometimes struggle with government guidelines, they nonetheless manage to produce work that is often recognised in overseas exhibitions. Al Jazeera's Imran Khan reports from Tehran.

Italy school bombing: Amateur video shows aftermath

Amateur video has captured the immediate aftermath of a bombing at a school in Brindisi, Italy, which killed one and injured seven. Report by Sam Datta-Paulin. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

NPR News: 05-19-2012 10AM ET

NPR News: 05-19-2012 10AM ET

Shared Grief: Bereavement brings Israelis & Palestinians together

Common grief is uniting Israelis and Palestinians who've lost loved ones to the long-lasting conflict between them. It's a unique gathering of suffering parents, who want to increase understanding and bring peace closer. But their goal is all but out of reach, as RT's Paula Slier reports. Subscribe to RT! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=RussiaToday Watch RT LIVE on our websi...

Repsol criticized over oil company YPF - Press TV News

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Royal Air Force perform impressive jubilee flyby

To mark the diamond jubilee, the armed forces have paraded for the Queen at Windsor Castle. Report by Sam Datta-Paulin. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Obama Pushes Wall Street Oversight

The president urges reform after worrisome JP Morgan losses.

Chinese dissident leaves Beijing for US

Blind Chinese dissident Chen Guangcheng has boarded a plane bound for the United States, closing a nearly month-long diplomatic tussle that had tested US-China relations. Chen, 40, his wife and their two children were on United Airlines Flight 88, which took off late on Saturday afternoon from Beijing's airport. The flight is scheduled to arrive in Newark, New Jersey on Saturday evening. Al Jaz...

Car bomb hits Syrian city of Deir az-Zor

A car bomb has hit the eastern Syrian city of Deir az-Zor. The government says at at least nine people have been killed. This latest attack appears to have targeted a military compound. Al Jazeera's Laurence Lee reports.

Talk to Al Jazeera - Ali Salim el-Beidh: Separating South Yemen

Is it possible for a united Yemen to move towards a new future or will the forces that are advocating a division of the country win in the end? Ali Salim el Beidh, the leader of the separatist movement in South Yemen, is the man now considered one of the most important figures in this respect.

NPR News: 05-19-2012 9AM ET

NPR News: 05-19-2012 9AM ET

Raw Video: Chinese Activist Boards Plane for US

A blind Chinese activist was hurriedly taken from a hospital Saturday and boarded a plane that took off for the United States, closing a nearly monthlong diplomatic tussle that had tested U.S.-China relations. (May 19)

NPR News: 05-19-2012 8AM ET

NPR News: 05-19-2012 8AM ET

Teenage girl dead in Italy school bombing

A teenage girl has been killed in southern Italy after a bomb exploded outside a school. Seven other students were also injured in the city of Brindisi. Nadim Baba has the details.

Homeless teen graduates high school

A teenager who never gave despite facing homelessness and domestic violence. WFMY reports.

'Ban College Football!" - Friday Night Lights Author

Buzz Bissinger, the author of Friday Night Lights, recently came out against college football, claiming that it causes brain damage to students, and also costs non-athlete students far too much in student fees. Ana Kasparian (@anakasparian) of The Young Turks and John Iadarola (@jiadarola) discuss on TYT University. Does Buzz Bissinger have a point? Are these student fees unreasonable, especial...

Egypt's revolution fails to benefit slum dwellers

Across Egypt there are millions of people living in slums. Last year's revolution focused on Egyptians demanding their rights in Tahrir Square - but have the country's slum-dwellers gained anything from the uprising? With just a few days to go before the Presidential election, Al Jazeera's Jamal Elshayyal went to find out.

'Saudis modern gladiators serving US'

Demonstrations have taken center stage in the Gulf, where tens of thousands rallied in Iran and Bahrain against the latter's integration plans with Saudi Arabia. In Bahrain crowds chanted that their country was 'not for sale', while Tehran said the proposed deal was a plot aimed at wiping the entire state off the map. Soraya Sepahpour-Ulrich, US independent researcher talks to RT. She says the ...

NPR News: 05-19-2012 7AM ET

NPR News: 05-19-2012 7AM ET

SpaceX President: 'This Is Not Failure'

A new private rocket bound for the International Space Station roared to life for a history-making liftoff Saturday, but remained stuck on the ground following a last-second abort. (May 19)

'NATO military arm of US imperialism' - Press TV News

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'UK Queen backs Bahraini brutal regime' - Press TV News

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Indian rupee reaches record low against US dollar

The Indian rupee has hit record lows against the US dollar. Underlying economic problems are thought to be behind the falls this week, but India's vulnerabilty to the effects of the Eurozone crisis is also pushing the rupee down. Al Jazeera's Prerna Suri reports from New Delhi.

Munich set for Champions League showdown

Bayern Munich coach Jupp Heynckes has branded Chelsea striker Didier Drogba an "outstanding actor" to up the ante ahead of Saturday's Champions League showdown. Bayern host Premier League giants Chelsea at Munich's Allianz Arena in the showcase final with the Blues bidding to win their first European title and Drogba set to lead the Chelsea attack. The 34-year-old Ivory Coast striker ...

Blind Chinese Activist Leaves for US

A plane carrying a blind activist at the center of a U.S.-China diplomatic tussle has departed from Beijing for the United States. (May 19)

NPR News: 05-19-2012 6AM ET

NPR News: 05-19-2012 6AM ET

NNews Bulletin -- 02:00 GMT

Press TV reports on the latest news headlines from around the world.

Libya on the Line - Watch part two

Watch the second part of Libya on the Line: The war retold.

News Bulletin -- 22:00 GMT

Press TV reports on the latest news headlines from around the world.

First private space mission aborted

SpaceX rocket remains on launchpad as countdown reaches zero, delaying US's first commercially operated space mission.

Idina Menzel: From Broadway To The Symphony

The star of Rent and Wicked is making standards and pop songs her own — with the help of symphonies around the country.

SpaceX rocket launch delayed

The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch was delayed Saturday morning at Cape Canaveral, Florida.

Cooking up politics in Egypt

CNN's Ben Wedeman has the story of Egypt's queen of the cooking airwaves who serves up meals and political advice.

SpaceX launch to the International Space Station fails

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying a capsule bound for the ISS fails to launch following a computer problem. Report by Sam Datta-Paulin. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

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Inside Story Americas - Does the G8 represent a modern world economy?

Thirty seven years ago as the world grappled with a major economic crisis, leaders of six of the world's biggest economies gathered in France. Henry Kissinger, US secretary of state at the time said the G6 would give people a sense they are masters of their destiny and be a bulwark against the blind forces beyond their control. In the intervening years the six has become eight with the US, Brit...

Raw Video: SpaceX Rocket Launch Aborted in Fla.

The countdown reached all the way to practically zero Saturday morning for the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. A NASA spokesman said the engine ignition sequence started, but there was an automatic shutdown by on-board computers. (May 19)

Grandma of 15 graduates from college

An 81-year-old woman proves it's never too late to get your college degree. WTNH reports.

Police arrest 400 'Blockupy' activists in Frankfurt

READ MORE + PHOTOS: http://on.rt.com/oqkebw The protest mood is brewing in Europe. Protests target capitalism and austerity policies. In Germany, thousands are expected to rally in the country's financial capilal, Frankfurt, marking the climax of a four-day campaign called 'Blockupy'. RT's Peter Oliver is in the city. Subscribe to RT! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=RussiaTo...

NPR News: 05-19-2012 5AM ET

NPR News: 05-19-2012 5AM ET

Yemeni protesters urge military shake-up - Press TV News

Automatically uploaded video [VIDEO] Yemeni protesters urge military shake-up Sat May 19, 2012 8:9AM Url: "http://www.presstv.ir/detail/241965.html" #presstv #presstvandroid #presstviphone #presstvglobalnews #presstvmobile

NATO failure in Afghanistan-Double Standards-05-12-2012

Is this the only man who can now save Rupert Murdoch and why does he love the dictatorship in Bahrain so much? The return of socialism to Europe, we look at French and Greek election results. We also talk to Lucy Morgan Edwards, former EU political adviser and the author of The Afghan Solution, about Britain's imminent announcement of British troop withdrawal from Afghanistan. Watch this video ...

Olympic torch begins 8,000 mile relay

The Olympic torch has set off from Land's End, Cornwall, on an 8,000 mile relay. Report by Sam Datta-Paulin. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Listening Post - China: Soft power or hard sell?

On Listening Post this week: Soft power or hard sell? China's new media strategy. Plus, beating censorship in Zimbabwe by dialling in the news. Over the past few weeks, stories coming out of China have dominated the global headlines. First came the Bo Xilai political scandal, followed by the story of Chen Guangcheng, the blind dissident, and more recently, the expulsion of Al Jazeera's sole Chi...