Topic: Workers Party

'Heterosexual Pride Day' in São Paulo?

Proponents of a straight pride parade say that it is needed to shore up Brazil's eroding 'morals.' But critics call it a homophobic distraction from the serious problems that afflict the city.

Why Singapore's ruling party suffered historic setback at polls

Voter dissatisfaction is high over rising inequality and the high cost of living. For the first time, opposition candidates contested virtually every seat in parliament.

It's official: North Korea says 'modern' nuclear plant is operating

North Korea boasted Tuesday to running 'thousands' of nuclear centrifuges, a week after launching a deadly artillery attack on South Korea, as China pressed for six-nation crisis talks.

China calls for emergency talks over North-South Korea crisis

China called Sunday for emergency talks on the Korea crisis as the US and South Korea began massive military exercises in the Yellow Sea.

Global leadership: Brazil enters the power surge of women

Entering the ranks of global leadership, Brazil's President-elect Dilma Rousseff becomes the 18th woman head of state currently in power when she takes office in January.

Dilma Rousseff wins Brazil election, is nation's first female president

Dilma Rousseff won 56 percent of the vote in a Brazil election runoff after running on a campaign promising continuity with incumbent President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's policies.

Abortion debate heats up Brazil election

Following a Brazil election debate, Jose Serra's voter support climbed within several percentage points of Dilma Rousseff.

Top North Korea defector Hwang Jang-yop eulogized as a hero in South Korea

Hwang Jang-yop, the highest-ranking North Korean defector, was eulogized as a hero by South Korean conservatives Thursday after his passing on Sunday.

Kim Jong-il's oldest son reveals ruling family fissure

North Korea leader Kim Jong-il's oldest son, Kim Jong-nam, said he is 'personally opposed to the hereditary transfer' of power to his half-brother, Kim Jong-un.

South Korea's Lee expects Kim Jong-un to rule North Korea

South Korean President Lee Myung-bak told a gathering of reporters that dynastic succession in North Korea for Kim Jong-un appears assured.

North Korea's heir apparent Kim Jong-un appears with father Kim Jong-il at military parade

Despite backing of key Workers' Party officials, Kim Jong-un seems to be unpopular among North Korean citizens.

Kim Jong-un confirmed North Korean heir ahead of massive military parade

Kim Jong-un is expected to appear alongside his father, Kim Jong-il, at the military parade, marking another major step in his emergence.

Dilma Rousseff tops Brazil election, but can't avoid runoff against Jose Serra

The late surge by Green Party candidate Marina Silva has sent the Brazil election into a runoff ballot Oct. 31. Top candidate Dilma Rousseff is still favored to take over for Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

Brazil election tightens as Dilma Rousseff slips in polls

Dilma Rousseff still leads polls for the Brazil election Sunday, but scandals are weighing her down despite backing from popular President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.

North Korea succession: Analysts see turbulent period ahead

Amid signs that North Korea's Kim Jong-il is paving the way for his Swiss-educated son to assume power, analysts caution that his youth, and need to prove himself, could pose risks for the US.

Kim Jong-un: Why there’s growing certainty he'll be next North Korea leader

Kim Jong-un, youngest son to North Korea's 'dear leader' has been appointed to general, along with his aunt. The newly acquired rank is a very strong sign there will be no change in the ‘military first’ policy within the closed nation.

5 key people to watch in North Korea

The struggle to name a successor to North Korea’s leader Kim Jong-il appears likely to climax in a historic conference next week.

The conference, the first in 44 years, is slated for Sept. 28. Debate among North Korea’s leaders over anointment of Mr. Kim’s third son, Kim Jong-un, is widely believed to have delayed the meeting.

Just because delegates will be gathering for the conference is no guarantee that it will end in announcement of a leadership lineup. Whatever the outcome, it is certain to provide fodder for speculation about the future of North Korea after Kim leaves the scene.

As North Korea heads into this meeting, here is a good idea of who might be in positions of power after Kim Jong-il steps down:

North Korea happy after China just bailed them out, say analysts

After recent meetings with China, North Korea seems to have its own version of trickle-down economics and emerging markets.

Kim Jong-il begins secret conference in North Korea, or does he?

Kim Jong-il is widely reported to be hosting a rare political conference in North Korea – but what is really happening remains a secret.

North Korea releases prisoners in exchange for humanitarian aid

North Korea's release of a fishing boat and its seven-man crew in exchange for humanitarian aid could bode well for North and South Korean reconciliation.

North Korea's Kim Jong-il may go public with dynastic rule

Speculation is rampant that North Korea's Kim Jong-il will go public with plans to name his son his heir at a rare political conference.

Did North Korea's Kim Jong-il take heir-apparent son on surprise China visit?

North Korea's Kim Jong-il began a surprise visit to China Thursday, while former President Carter visited North Korea. The trip raises speculation that the 'Dear Leader' is grooming the son he hopes will succeed him.

North Korea, don't mess with South, US signals to Kim Jong-il

North Korea was sent a clear message from the United States over the past four days of joint war games with South Korea, whose commanders were buoyed by the massive display of American support.