Israel’s foreign minister, whose anti-Arab statements have frayed diplomatic nerves, committed himself on Monday to Mideast peace, but did not endorse the idea of a Palestinian state as sought by the United States and the European Union. .

Director Ron Howard claimed Sunday that the Vatican interfered with efforts to get permits to shoot certain scenes of his “Angels & Demons” religious thriller in Rome _ a charge the Vatican said was purely a publicity stunt.

Director Ron Howard claimed Sunday that the Vatican interfered with efforts to get permits to shoot certain scenes of his “Angels & Demons” religious thriller in Rome _ a charge the Vatican said was purely a publicity stunt.

Fiat Group SpA is confirming it’s in talks to acquire General Motor’s European operations, to possibly create a new company that would also include newly acquired Chrysler.

Rafael Nadal has won a record fourth Rome Masters title by beating defending champion Novak Djokovic 7-6 (2), 6-2.

Premier Silvio Berlusconi’s second wife, former actress Veronica Lario, is seeking a divorce after 19 years of marriage, citing his reported flirtations with younger women.

The U.N. and World Trade Organization said Saturday there is no justification for anti-pork trade measures as a result of the swine flu epidemic since there is no evidence the virus is spread by food.

Defending champion Novak Djokovic rallied after a rain delay to beat Roger Federer 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 Saturday and reach the Rome Masters final.

Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic posted straight-set wins Friday to set up a semifinal meeting in the Rome Masters, and three-time champion Rafael Nadal advanced in the other half of the draw.

Defending champion Novak Djokovic made quick work of 13th-seeded Tommy Robredo at the Rome Masters on Thursday, advancing to the quarterfinals with a 6-1, 6-1 win.