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File - In his end-of-year press conference, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon (left)reflects on a tumultuous 2012, which saw tensions from Syria to the Sahel and from Eastern Congo to the Korean peninsula.

Human Rights Photos Syria UN Wikipedia: Syrian civil war

Khaleej Times
Assad won’t stop Syria’s ‘terrible suffering’: Ban
Tue 8 Jan 2013
UN leader Ban Ki-moon said Monday that President Bashar Al Assad’s speech setting out his terms for peace would not help end ‘the terrible suffering’ of the Syrian people. | ‘The secretary-gener... (photo: UN / Rick Bajornas)

President John Dramani Mahama, foreground speaks during his inauguration ceremony, in Accra, Ghana, Monday, Jan. 7, 2013.

Elections Ghana John Dramani Mahama Photos President Wikipedia: John Dramani Mahama

The Guardian
Ghana inaugurates John Mahama as president
Mon 7 Jan 2013
| ACCRA, Ghana (AP) â€” John Dramani Mahama has been sworn in as Ghana's next president following his narrow win in elections last month. The opposition is disputing the result. | After being sworn in... (photo: AP / Gabriela Barnuevo)

North Korea's Jong Tae Se reacts during the World Cup group G soccer match between North Korea and Ivory Coast at Mbombela Stadium in Nelspruit, South Africa, Friday, June 25, 2010.

The Washington Post Tue 8 Jan 2013
North Korea striker Jong Tae Se hopes playing in South Korea will improve ties
| INCHEON, South Korea — North Korea striker Jong Tae Se hopes his signing with a South Korean club will improve ties between the rival Koreas. | The 27-year-old arrived Tuesday in South Korea t... (photo: AP / Kin Cheung)
Jong Tae Se North Korea Photos Soccer South Korea Wikipedia: Jong Tae-Se

Nvidia launches world's fastest mobile processor

The Times Of India Tue 8 Jan 2013
Nvidia launches world's fastest mobile processor
LAS VEGAS: Chipmaker Nvidia showed off its newest Tegra mobile processor, its next step in its expansion into tablets and smartphones and also unveiled a new hand-held game device. | The Tegra 4 chip,... (photo: European Community / Coolcaesar)
Mobile Phone Nvidia Photos Wikipedia: Nvidia World

Supporters of Venezuela's President Hugo Chavez cheer after polling stations closed and before any results were made available in Caracas, Venezuela, Sunday, Oct. 7, 2012.

Al Jazeera Tue 8 Jan 2013
Massive rally for Chavez planned in Caracas
| Venezuela's leftist leadership has called for a massive show of support for ailing President Hugo Chavez in Caracas on Thursday - the day he is supposed to be sworn in ... (photo: AP / Rodrigo Abd)
Caracas Hugo Chavez Photos Venezuela Wikipedia: Hugo Chávez

Pakistani tribesmen shout slogans against the military operations in tribal areas and drone attacks during a demonstration near the federal parliament in Islamabad, Pakistan, Friday, Jan. 23, 2009. More than 1,000 hard-liners demonstrated in the capital, saying there would only be peace in Swat and other regions close to the Afghan border if the government severs its ties with the United States. Meanwhile, Intelligence officials say a suspected U.S. missile strike has killed at least five people in a Pakistani village close to the Afghan bord

The Washington Post Mon 7 Jan 2013
Pakistani intelligence officials say 8 militants killed in American drone strike
| DERA ISMAIL KHAN, Pakistan — Pakistani intelligence officials say 8 militants killed in American drone strike. | Copyright 2013 The Associated Press. All rights r... (photo: AP / Emilio Morenatti)
Drones Pakistan Photos Taliban Wikipedia: Drone attacks in Pakistan

African Wild Dogs in Perth Zoo

The Washington Post Mon 7 Jan 2013
Officials: Wild dogs kill 4 in Mexico City park; police have trapped 25 animals
| MEXICO CITY — Authorities have confirmed that four people whose mutilated bodies were found in a hilly park on the eastern edge of Mexico City over the past two w... (photo: Creative Commons)
Animal Mexico City Photos Wikipedia : Wild dogs Wild Dogs

Thai police officers and soldiers surround a suspect foreign-registered cargo plane to make a search at Don Muang airport Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009 in Bangkok, Thailand.

The New York Times Mon 7 Jan 2013
US-Wanted Algerian Hacker Arrested in Thailand
BANGKOK (AP) — Thai police have arrested an Algerian cybercrime suspect who is on the U.S. FBI's most- wanted list for allegedly making millions of dollars from hac... (photo: AP)
Algeria FBI Photos Piracy Thailand US Wikipedia: International cybercrime

Philippine National Police ( PNP ) personnel checks the vehicle in a Police Checkpoint area in San Juan City , Philippines , April 1 , 2009.

Khaleej Times Mon 7 Jan 2013
Police among 13 suspects slain in Philippine clash
At least three police personnel were among 13 suspected criminals who were gunned down in a shootout with Philippine security forces at a highway checkpoint, officials sa... (photo: WN / Renzelle Mae Abasolo)
Philippines Photos Police Security Wikipedia: Quezon, Bukidnon

Japan's new Prime Minister Shinzo Abe speaks during his first press conference at the prime minister's official residence in Tokyo Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2012.

Japan Times Sun 6 Jan 2013
Abe prods BOJ over proposed 2% inflation goal
| ISE, Mie Pref. — Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has renewed his pressure on the Bank of Japan to play a more assertive role in the economy's recovery, raising the adop... (photo: AP / Shizuo Kambayashi)
Inflation Japan Photos Shinzo Abe Wikipedia: Economy of Japan

Google-Geschaeftsfuehrer Eric Schmidt (rechts) und Google-Mitbegruender Larry Page sitzen bei einem Pressetermin in Sun Valley, Idaho, USA, nebeneinander (Foto vom 08.07.10).

Boston Herald Sat 5 Jan 2013
Analysis: Why Google North Korea visit irks US
| WASHINGTON — Google chief Eric Schmidt's plan to visit North Korea has put the Obama administration in the awkward position of opposing a champion of Internet... (photo: AP / Nati Harnik)
Eric Schmidt Google Photos Pyongyang Washington Wikipedia: Internet in North Korea

In this Wednesday, Dec. 12 2012 photo, Taneshia Wright, of Manhattan, fills out a job application during a job fair in New York.

The New York Times Sat 5 Jan 2013
Wall Street Takes Job Report in Stride
Wall Street opened quietly on Friday after a report showed the pace of hiring by American employers continued in December. | The Standard & Poor’s 500-stock ind... (photo: AP / Mary Altaffer)
Employment Photos Stock Exchange US Wall Street Wikipedia: Unemployment in the United States

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	In Clashes in Kashmir, Indians Claim 2 Soldiers Were Killed The New York Times
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	Virgin Atlantic hires American Airlines executive as new CEO The Guardian
	European shares lifted by gains in telecom stocks Reuters

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	European shares lifted by gains in telecom stocks Reuters
	Yen bounces back in Asian trade The Times Of India

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	Kirilenko hot under collar over double dose of sun Sydney Morning Herald
	Australia lost Raonic in the paperwork Sydney Morning Herald

File - President Barack Obama walks past a painting of the Angkor Wat Temple as he arrives at Peace Palace in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Nov. 19, 2012.

Under Obama, a Skew Toward Male Appointees

FC Barcelona's coach Pep Guardiola, right, attends a training session with his players at the Nou Camp stadium in Barcelona, Spain, Monday, Dec 5, 2011.

AC Milan reveal attempt to lure Pep Guardiola

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California governor says cancer treatment over, "rarin& Reuters
Brown challenges court oversight of Calif. prisons The Guardian
Calif. governor 'great' after cancer treatment The Guardian
Arizona: Giffords and Husband Start Campaign Against Gun Vio The New York Times
California: Governor Asks Judges to Lift Order on Reducing P The New York Times
California: Scouts Told to Release Files The New York Times
Lance Armstrong to address doping scandal on Oprah Canberra Times
WikiLeaks soldier's sentence reduced - if convicted Reuters
Former Representative Giffords launches gun control drive Reuters
UPDATE 3-Former US lawmaker Giffords launches gun control dr Reuters
Utah town makes arming households a top priority The Guardian
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Gunshots and plea for help heard in 911 calls from Colorado Reuters
California treasurer targets makers of ammunition clips Reuters
Calif. high court won't let Scouts conceal files The Guardian
Alaska militia leader sentenced to nearly 26 years The Guardian
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RG3 to have knee surgery The Guardian
Mo. attorney general to retry man in farm slaying The Guardian

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European shares lifted by gains in telecom stocks

An Air France plane taxies on the tarmac of Roissy airport, north of Paris, Tuesday, May 18, 2004. Air France swung into profit in the first three months of 2004, the airline said on Tuesday, ending a "difficult" fiscal year marked by the SARS virus in Asia and costly strikes back home. The earnings figures are the last to be published by Air France independently of KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, after the two carriers merged earlier this month to create the world's largest airline group by sales.

Air France-KLM says weather holds back Dec traffic

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UPDATE 1-Generali agrees to buy out Czech JV for 2.5 bln euros

Crisis widens Europe's south-north gap China Daily
Italy's real election battle is Monti vs Berlusconi Reuters
Norway kids return to uncle amid drama The Times Of India
France: Budget Minister Faces Inquiry on Foreign Bank Accoun The New York Times
Venezuela: Italy Sends Team to Aid Search for Missing Plane The New York Times
Countdown to NZ&aposs; biggest historic motorsport festival Scoop
Predatory Wolves in Siberia Lead to a Boon for Hunters The New York Times
Venezuela to postpone Chavez inauguration Al Jazeera
Paris Perfectly Packaged Scoop
Turkey deploys missiles to guard border with Syria China Daily
Sir Robert Clark: Decorated war hero who went on to build a The Independent
Mitsubishi unit opens in Turkey Japan Times
Air France slashes fares to take on budget carriers Sydney Morning Herald
Air France slashes fares to take on budget carriers Canberra Times
Deals of the week: Prague, Barcelona, Sharm el-Sheikh The Independent
Dining Calendar The New York Times
Mobile makers scurry to join year of the phablet Canberra Times
European shares dip ahead of profit results Canberra Times
European shares dip ahead of profit results Sydney Morning Herald
Ex-France coach Santini to Paris FC's rescue The Times Of India

Indian para-military soldier stand alert during a indefinite curfew in Srinagar on November 29, 2012. The curfew comes following clashes between groups of Shia and Sunni Muslims in the restive Himalayan State of Jammu and Kashmir.

In Clashes in Kashmir, Indians Claim 2 Soldiers Were Killed

Teh Tarik or Milk Tea in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Womanâ€™s milk tea habit causes diabetes, â€˜ocular strokeâ€™

In this photo taken on Sept. 15, 2010, Uotsuri Jima in Japanese and Diaoyu Dao in Chinese, one of main islands among the islets of Senkaku in Japanese and Diaoyu in Chinese, is seen from a patrol aircraft P3C of Japan Maritime Self-Defense Forces as it files over the water in the East China Sea during a press tour arranged by Japan's Defense Ministry. Chinese and Japanese leaders are not planning any talks next week on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, partly because of escalating tension over a collision by a Chinese fishing boat and two Japanese patrol boats near disputed southern islets claimed by both countries, a top Japanese spokesman said Thursday, Sept. 16, as Tokyo stepped up its presence in the area.

China and Japan step up drone race as tension builds over disputed islands

India, Pakistan exchange shelling in Kashmir China Daily
Horses to the rescue of Korea's Internet-addicted teens The Guardian
Punjab sobered down New Year revelry for Nirbhaya The Times Of India
Several schools reopen despite cold The Times Of India
Bring Army tribunal under govt control: HC The Times Of India
Doon MLA's surrender: Law will take its course, Virbhadr The Times Of India
Maharashtra minister slams police, calls for judicial probe The Times Of India
PIL for relook at laws for juveniles The Times Of India
Job opportunities galore in middle east: Ravi Pillai The Times Of India
AI moots free trip home for Indians freed from jails The Times Of India
China Vanke's Dec sales surge China Daily
Output of China's top oil producer rises China Daily
Yum! Brands sales in China hit by govt probe China Daily
Nokia's India factory raided by tax officials BBC News
Japan Airlines says no plans to change Boeing 787 orders Reuters
Fortress buys into Chinese bad debts - FT Reuters
U.S. Is Open to Withdraw Afghan Force After 2014 The New York Times
QBE nabs Allianz exec for Asia-Pacific role Sydney Morning Herald
MHA to probe into Delhi Police, Safdarjung Hospital’s The Times Of India
Three accused to plead not guilty in Delhi gang-rape case: L The Times Of India

Elisabeth Byrs (left), Spokesperson for the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).

UN says it can't feed 1 million hungry Syrians

Former Israeli Foreign Minister Tzipi Livni attends a news conference at the Knesset, Israel's parliament, in Jerusalem. On Thursday, Dec. 6, 2012, Livni has added a big name to her new political party after a former defense minister defected from the Labor Party to join it

Tzipi Livni answers Haaretz readers' questions

In this Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2012 photo, a Syrian elderly man walks past a destroyed building in the town of Azaz on the outskirts of Aleppo, Syria.

Syria crisis: Food aid 'cannot reach a million people'

Job opportunities galore in middle east: Ravi Pillai The Times Of India
Iraqi musician to return home China Daily
Former IDF navy chief Ze'ev Almog: Chuck Hagel is friend Ha'aretz
Turkey deploys missiles to guard border with Syria China Daily
Mitsubishi unit opens in Turkey Japan Times
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Biggest storm in decade paralyzes Israel, shuts down Ayalon Ha'aretz
Biggest storm in decade paralyzes Israel, shuts down Ayalon Ha'aretz
'Trip to Israel to study rural tourism, agro' The Times Of India
US: Iran behind hostage photos of ex-FBI agent NZ Herald
Anti-rape protests an uprising: Israeli director The Times Of India
Assad’s terms won’t stop Syria’s sufferings: Ban Khaleej Times
Kids go to school despite volatility of rebel zone Khaleej Times
Omani police hunt for elusive killer of Emirati Khaleej Times
KFH-Bahrain plays lead role in merger of three Islamic banks Khaleej Times
Fighting flares in Palestinian camp in Damascus NZ Herald
Jean-Claude Codsi: Jordan's police hid women in prisons The Times Of India
Syria goes from periphery to Asia Times
Indian medicines for Iran's Asia Times
KENNEALLY: American liberals and Islamic TV make strange bed The Washington Times

Stakeout by Ms. Valerie Amos, UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator following Security Consultation on the situation in Syria

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Supporters of Venezuela's President Hugo Chavez cheer after polling stations closed and before any results were made available in Caracas, Venezuela, Sunday, Oct. 7, 2012.

Massive rally for Chavez planned in Caracas

Talk show host Jimmy Kimmel watches the Los Angeles Dodgers play the Colorado Rockies during a baseball game in Los Angeles, Monday, June 29, 2009.

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Venezuela lawmakers postpone Chavez swearing-in The Guardian
Court must rule on Chavez crisis, opposition says The Times Of India
Venezuela: Italy Sends Team to Aid Search for Missing Plane The New York Times
Colombia: Former Presidentâ€™s Ties to Militia Under Investi The New York Times
Venezuela to postpone Chavez inauguration Al Jazeera
UPDATE 3-Venezuela postpones inauguration for cancer-stricke Reuters
Venezuela postpones inauguration for cancer-stricken Chavez Reuters
Cantabrians On The Lookout For Chilean Needle Grass Scoop
Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez to miss scheduled swearing- The Times Of India
A Writing Life Built on the Power and Joy of Architecture The New York Times
Venezuela lawmakers postpone Chavez swearing-in San Francisco Chronicle
Venezuelan government says Hugo Chavez wonâ€™t attend schedu The Washington Post
Ailing Chavez unable to attend swearing-in San Francisco Chronicle
Are these men Venezuela's next rulers? Al Jazeera
Anglo American finds a safe pair of hands The Independent
Chavez wonâ€™t return to take oath in Venezuela The Washington Post
Chavez will miss his swearing-in, raising questions from opp The Washington Times
Picking a World XI to Challenge FIFA’s Spain-Only Vers The New York Times
Brazilian prostitutes keen to 'learn the lingo' for The Guardian
Peru government says Anglo American ready for $3 bln mine Reuters

Stakeout by Ms. Valerie Amos, UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator following Security Consultation on the situation in Syria

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File - Fighters from Islamist group Ansar Dine stand guard during the handover of a Swiss female hostage for transport by helicopter to neighboring Burkina Faso, at a designated rendezvous point in the desert outside Timbuktu, Mali Tuesday, April 24, 2012.

Rebels capture Mali government troops

Government security forces in a pickup truck drive past a demonstration held by several hundred merchants calling for peace as negotiators prepare for talks with rebels from the north, in downtown Bangui, Central African Republic Saturday, Jan. 5, 2013.

Rebels, CAR peace talks delayed

Rwanda opposes use of drones by the U.N. in eastern Congo Reuters
Qatar Doubles Aid to Egypt The New York Times
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Cup of Nations hosts South Africa disappoint The Times Of India
UN Wants to Use Surveillance Drones in Congo The New York Times
UN wants to use surveillance drones in conflict-wracked Cong The Washington Post
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