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Kumar Vishwas appeals to join Anna Hazare's hunger strike for Lokpal Bill at Jantar Mantar (India Against Corruption)...
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Kumar Vish­was ap­peals for Anna Haz­are hunger strike for Lok­pal Bill
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In­side Gaddafi com­pound: Video of Libya rebels in Bab al-Az­iziya
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In­side Gaddafi com­pound: Video of Libya rebels in Bab al-Az­iziya
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US Health­care un­af­ford­able to most Amer­i­cans
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North Korea's Kim Jong-il ar­rives in Rus­sia
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STAR News: Anna Haz­are Live from Ramlila Maid­an 24X7
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Bat­tle for Tripoli con­tin­ues
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Politkovskaya trial re­opened to pub­lic
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In­side Gaddafi com­pound: Video of Libya rebels in Bab al-Az­iziya
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Eng­land Riots: 'Stop play­ing pol­i­tics, turn your heads to streets!'
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UN or­ders probe into Syria rights vi­o­la­tions
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In­side Gaddafi com­pound: Video of Libya rebels in Bab al-Az­iziya
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Ana Haz­are con­tin­ues with hunger strike
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Talk to Jazeera - Saif al-Is­lam Gaddafi
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Earth­quake Vir­ginia 2011 Live from Wash­ing­ton DC USA Aug 23 2011 Earth­quake 5.9 Vir­ginia
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Kumar Vishwas appeals for Anna Hazare hunger strike for Lokpal Bill
Kumar Vishwas appeals for Anna Hazare hunger strike for Lokpal Bill
  • Duration: 3:58
  • Published: 29 Mar 2011
  • Uploaded: 24 Aug 2011
  • Author: kabirngo
Kumar Vishwas appeals to join Anna Hazare's hunger strike for Lokpal Bill at Jantar Mantar (India Against Corruption)
Inside Gaddafi compound: Video of Libya rebels in Bab al-Aziziya
Inside Gaddafi compound: Video of Libya rebels in Bab al-Aziziya
  • Duration: 2:08
  • Published: 23 Aug 2011
  • Uploaded: 24 Aug 2011
  • Author: RussiaToday
Follow latest updates on twitter.com and www.facebook.com Libyan rebels are inside Colonel Gaddafi's Tripoli compound following a fierce fight. They now claim to control most of the capital three days after entering the city. Rebels are on the square where Colonel Gaddafi used to make speeches to the nation. But exactly where Gaddafi is, no one seems to know. Smoke has been rising over the Libyan capital throughout Tuesday as a result of pockets of fighting between the two sides. Casualties are said to be mounting, although electricity in Tripoli has been restored after hours of a blackout.
Inside Gaddafi compound: Video of Libya rebels in Bab al-Aziziya
Inside Gaddafi compound: Video of Libya rebels in Bab al-Aziziya
  • Duration: 2:08
  • Published: 23 Aug 2011
  • Uploaded: 24 Aug 2011
  • Author: RussiaToday
Follow latest updates on twitter.com and www.facebook.com Libyan rebels are inside Colonel Gaddafi's Tripoli compound following a fierce fight. They now claim to control most of the capital three days after entering the city. Rebels are on the square where Colonel Gaddafi used to make speeches to the nation. But exactly where Gaddafi is, no one seems to know. Smoke has been rising over the Libyan capital throughout Tuesday as a result of pockets of fighting between the two sides. Casualties are said to be mounting, although electricity in Tripoli has been restored after hours of a blackout.
US Healthcare unaffordable to most Americans
US Healthcare unaffordable to most Americans
  • Duration: 7:59
  • Published: 02 Jul 2011
  • Uploaded: 16 Aug 2011
  • Author: RTAmerica
The US Healthcare system is the most expensive in the world. Yet fewer Americans can afford it, more are sick, people are getting poorer and health insurance companies are getting richer. Health Ranger Mike Adams talks to RT's Lauren Lyster about the controversy. Follow Lauren on Twitter: twitter.com
North Korea's Kim Jong-il arrives in Russia
North Korea's Kim Jong-il arrives in Russia
  • Duration: 0:41
  • Published: 20 Aug 2011
  • Uploaded: 22 Aug 2011
  • Author: Euronews
North Korea's Kim Jong-il has begun his first public visit to Russia since 2002. Now, as then, he crossed the border by train. The reclusive leader will meet President Dmitry Medvedev and spend time in Russia's Far East and Siberia. Russia is a member of the long-stalled six party talks on North Korea's nuclear programme. Their possible resumption could be discussed. North Korea is also seeking economic aid after suffering devastating floods and US-led sanctions. Russia says it will send 50000 tonnes of grain by the end of September.... www.euronews.net
STAR News: Anna Hazare Live from Ramlila Maidan 24X7
STAR News: Anna Hazare Live from Ramlila Maidan 24X7
  • Duration: 8:24
  • Published: 19 Aug 2011
  • Uploaded: 25 Aug 2011
  • Author: starmajha
Thousands of supporters cheer social activist Anna Hazare as he came out of Tihar jail after staying there for three days. Addressing his supporters Anna says that the fight for freedom has started and will not let the spirit die. Anna also urges the people to protest in a peaceful manner.
Battle for Tripoli continues
Battle for Tripoli continues
  • Duration: 3:06
  • Published: 26 Feb 2011
  • Uploaded: 31 Jul 2011
  • Author: AlJazeeraEnglish
Most of Libya is out of control of the government, and Muammar Gaddafi's grip on power may soon be confined only to Tripoli, Libya's former interior minister told Al Jazeera. General Abdul Fatteh Younis, called upon Gaddafi's leader to end his resistance to the uprising, although he does not expect him to do so. The embattled Libyan regime of passed out guns to civilian supporters, set up checkpoints and sent armed patrols roving the terrorised capital on Saturday. Some of Libya's security forces reportedly have given up the fight. Footage believed to be filmed on Friday appeared to show soldiers in uniform joining the protesters. Al Jazeera's Hoda Abdel-Hamid is in eastern Libya from where she wraps up the latest from across the country.
Politkovskaya trial reopened to public
Politkovskaya trial reopened to public
  • Duration: 2:42
  • Published: 25 Nov 2008
  • Uploaded: 22 Aug 2010
  • Author: RussiaToday
The trial of four men accused in connection with the murder of journalist Anna Politkovskaya has been reopened to journalists. This is the second such reversal in just a week. The murder of one of Russia's most famous campaigning journalists in 2006 caused international outcry.
Inside Gaddafi compound: Video of Libya rebels in Bab al-Aziziya
Inside Gaddafi compound: Video of Libya rebels in Bab al-Aziziya
  • Duration: 2:08
  • Published: 23 Aug 2011
  • Uploaded: 24 Aug 2011
  • Author: RussiaToday
Follow latest updates on twitter.com and www.facebook.com Libyan rebels are inside Colonel Gaddafi's Tripoli compound following a fierce fight. They now claim to control most of the capital three days after entering the city. Rebels are on the square where Colonel Gaddafi used to make speeches to the nation. But exactly where Gaddafi is, no one seems to know. Smoke has been rising over the Libyan capital throughout Tuesday as a result of pockets of fighting between the two sides. Casualties are said to be mounting, although electricity in Tripoli has been restored after hours of a blackout.
England Riots: 'Stop playing politics, turn your heads to streets!'
England Riots: 'Stop playing politics, turn your heads to streets!'
  • Duration: 5:30
  • Published: 10 Aug 2011
  • Uploaded: 23 Aug 2011
  • Author: RussiaToday
Four people have now been confirmed dead as rioting moves across the UK. Prime Minister David Cameron vowed to end the violence that was sparked after police shot a man dead in Tottenham, North London. Independent journalist Patrick Henningsen who was himself caught up in the mayhem, says the government should stop playing political games and address the important issues.
UN orders probe into Syria rights violations
UN orders probe into Syria rights violations
  • Duration: 2:08
  • Published: 23 Aug 2011
  • Uploaded: 24 Aug 2011
  • Author: AlJazeeraEnglish
The UN Human Rights Council in Geneva has agreed to "urgently" launch an international commission of inquiry to investigate abuses in Syria. Thirty-three countries voted in favour of the move, including all the Arab countries on the council, whie four others - including Russia and China - voted against. Al Jazeera's Barnaby Phillips reports from Geneva on the growing international condemnation of the Syrian government.
Inside Gaddafi compound: Video of Libya rebels in Bab al-Aziziya
Inside Gaddafi compound: Video of Libya rebels in Bab al-Aziziya
  • Duration: 2:08
  • Published: 23 Aug 2011
  • Uploaded: 24 Aug 2011
  • Author: RussiaToday
Follow latest updates on twitter.com and www.facebook.com Libyan rebels are inside Colonel Gaddafi's Tripoli compound following a fierce fight. They now claim to control most of the capital three days after entering the city. Rebels are on the square where Colonel Gaddafi used to make speeches to the nation. But exactly where Gaddafi is, no one seems to know. Smoke has been rising over the Libyan capital throughout Tuesday as a result of pockets of fighting between the two sides. Casualties are said to be mounting, although electricity in Tripoli has been restored after hours of a blackout.
Ana Hazare continues with hunger strike
Ana Hazare continues with hunger strike
  • Duration: 1:57
  • Published: 23 Aug 2011
  • Uploaded: 24 Aug 2011
  • Author: AlJazeeraEnglish
It has been eight days since Anna Hazare began his fast in protest of corruption in India. India's prime minister has asked him to end his fast, as the deadlock continues over Hazare's proposals for new anti-graft legislation. Addressing a crowd of supporters, Hazare said, "I want to make a request to all for you that if by August 30th, this bill is not passed, then rather than sitting here, people in their thousands should go and sit outside the houses of lawmakers." Al Jazeera's correspondent, Prerna Suri, reports from New Dehli.
Talk to Jazeera - Saif al-Islam Gaddafi
Talk to Jazeera - Saif al-Islam Gaddafi
  • Duration: 22:15
  • Published: 04 Mar 2011
  • Uploaded: 25 Jul 2011
  • Author: AlJazeeraEnglish
Saif al-Islam, one of Muammar Gaddafi's sons, has been the public face of the Libyan regime since the unrest in the country began. He has accused the international media, including Al Jazeera, of blowing the crisis out of proportion. In an interview with Al Jazeera's Anita McNaught, he repeated the allegation and claimed that the West was trying to take over Libya's oil.
Earthquake Virginia 2011 Live from Washington DC USA Aug 23 2011 Earthquake 5.9 Virginia
Earthquake Virginia 2011 Live from Washington DC USA Aug 23 2011 Earthquake 5.9 Virginia
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  • Published: 23 Aug 2011
  • Uploaded: 24 Aug 2011
  • Author: fredgrauf
Live from Washington DC. Earthquake 5.9 hits Virginia Washington USA Aug 23 2011 Earthquake 5.9 Virginia 23-08-2011 disrupted Strauss-Kahn news conference Quake Virginia USA Washington Aug 23 2011 Earthquake 5.8 Washington Quake Pentagon, US Capitol buildings evacuated Washington DC Earthquake The quake hit around 2pm ET and was centered about 100 miles south of Washington, DC. In Virginia. It was felt as far north as New York and Rhode Island.
Libyan rebels continue to fight inside Moammar Gadhafi's compound Bab al-Aziziya in Tripoli, Libya, early Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2011.
photo: AP / Francois Mori
Libyan rebels' Gulf allies poised for payday
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - When Libyan rebels first called out for international aid, the wealthy Gulf was quick to answer: Warplanes from Qatar and United Arab Emirates joined the NATO-led military coalition against Moammar Gadhafi and critical aid and diplomatic support were funneled to opposition fighters. Now the rebels' Gulf allies could be...
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India: Who has the right to judge?
Thursday, 25 August 2011, 12:13 pm Press Release: Asian Human Rights Commission August 24, 2011 A Statement by the Asian Human Rights Commission ‘India: Who has the right to judge?’ There is surely nothing wrong in demanding an end to...
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A hugh explosion near a United Nations compound in South Kordofan state, Tuesday, June 14, 2011. The fighting in Abyei comes as air bombardments have taken place in the north-south border region of South Kordofan.
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — A U.S. monitoring group said Wednesday that satellite imagery had revealed the existence of two more mass graves in a contested region of Sudan, bringing the total number of mass graves sited there to eight. The Satellite...
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Libyan volunteers gesture as they raise a pre Gadhafi flag on the outskirts of the eastern town of Ras Lanouf, Libya, Tuesday, March 8, 2011. Forces loyal to Moammar Gadhafi have scored a significant victory, recapturing the closest city to the capital to have fallen in rebel hands. On another front near the opposition-held east, loyalists trying to stop anti-government fighters from advancing toward the capital pounded the rebels with airstrikes and rockets.
BEIJING (AP) — All sides in Libya need to work for political reconciliation and allow the United Nations to play a leading role in rebuilding the conflict-stricken nation, China's Foreign Ministry said. With the demise of Moammar Gadhafi's regime...
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Dominique Strauss-Kahn, former head of the IMF, makes comments to members of the media after returning to the house where he is staying in the Tribeca neighborhood of New York following his appearance in Manhattan Criminal Court, Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2011.
After Tuesday's decision in the sexual-assault case involving a New York hotel maid, Dominique Strauss- Kahn thanked supporters outside the posh home in Tribeca where he is staying. (David Karp, The Associated Press)Related ArticlesAug 23:Prosecutors...
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Indian curry spice coriander 'can cure food poisoning, drug-resistant infections'
Washington, Aug 24 (ANI): Scientists from the University of Beira Interior in Portugal have found that oil from a common Indian spice is toxic to a broad range of harmful bacteria and its use in foods and in...
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Umayyad Square, Damascus, Syria. This undated amateur video image posted on the internet and shown on Syrian state television shows a Syrian army soldier and a policeman lying on the ground apparently dead from gunshot wounds in Jisr al-Shughour, northern Syria. Early in the morning at lovely Corniche, Abu Dhabi A member of a pro-Islamic group holds a crossed-out poster of Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak with words in Turkish that reads "dictator Mubarak, get out of Egypt " as people demonstrate in show of solidarity with protestors in Egypt, outside the Fatih Mosque in Istanbul, Turkey, Friday, Jan. 28, 2011.
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