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Happy new year, Cairo?
Residents speak of a tough year, and worry about a tougher one ahead. 12/31/2012 01:54 pm
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Restoring US native prairies, acre by acre, yard by yard
Across the US Midwest, homeowners are restoring their yards and former farmland to the native prairie that existed in pre-settlement days. The benefits can be substantial — the need for less water and no fertilizer, and an ecosystem that supports wildlife. 12/31/2012 12:05 pm
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Egypt's opposition still hopeful, despite many defeats
Egypt's opposition has been notoriously disorganized and unable to rally its supporters. However, it may have finally been beaten badly enough to overcome its troubles. 12/31/2012 11:05 am
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On cusp of new year, Chavez's health keeps Venezuleans fixated on future
Over the weekend, the Venezuelan government informed the nation that ailing President Hugo Chavez has suffered 'new complications' from surgery earlier this month. 12/31/2012 10:28 am
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The world begins celebrating 2013
Australia and Asian nations are celebrating the New Year in style, from fireworks in Sydney and Hong Kong to a street party in Indonesia. Around the world, people are greeting 2013 with optimism. 12/31/2012 09:19 am
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Focus: Obama's pivot to Asia? Middle East will still demand attention in 2013.
The popular unrest of the last two years has left the Middle East volatile as 2013 kicks off. 12/31/2012 09:05 am
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UN envoy: Without deal in Syria, think Somalia not Yugoslavia
The United Nations' envoy to Syria Lakhdar Brahimi argued against hopes that the country could find stability by devolving into a set of smaller states. 12/31/2012 08:59 am
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Afghan violence falls, but insider attacks up in 2012
Insider killings by uniformed Afghans against their foreign allies rose dramatically in 2012, eroding confidence between the two sides at a crucial turning point in the war. 12/30/2012 02:53 pm
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Secret cremation for gang-rape victim sparks anger against Indian government
A young woman who died after being gang raped and beaten on a bus in India's capital was cremated Sunday amid an outpouring of anger by Indians demanding greater protection for women. 12/30/2012 02:23 pm
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Italian Nobel winner, Montalcini, dies at age 103
Italian Rita Levi Montalcini, who won the Nobel Prize in 1986 with American Stanely Cohen for their discovery of nerve growth factor, died Sunday. Montalcini was a well-known figure in Italy, known for encouraging young women to study science. 12/30/2012 01:36 pm
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2012's 'good news' stories
2012 saw jobs returning to the US, health concerns improve in historic numbers, and more. 12/30/2012 11:51 am
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Cover Story: Progress watch 2012: Smart phones, jobs returning to America, and war crimes trials
The often-slow arc of good news may not make headlines. But 2012 brought its quiet share: from extreme poverty dropping by half since 1990 to a robot with the bulky profile of an NFL player that may have a role in bringing jobs back to the US. 12/30/2012 11:49 am
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UN Envoy warns of mass death next year in Syria
The international envoy to Syria emphasized the deteriorating situation in the country, and called for a quick end to the conflict, warning hundreds of thousands could die next year. 12/30/2012 11:17 am
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How much do you know about Pakistan? Take this quiz.
Pakistan is home to more than 180 million people, making it the sixth most populous country in the world. But how much do you know about this country? 12/30/2012 09:22 am
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Pakistan militants attack Muslim pilgrims
More than 320 Shiites have been killed this year in Pakistan and attacks are on the rise, which suggests the government is 'indifferent,' according to New York-based Human Rights Watch. 12/30/2012 09:19 am
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Plane crash puts Russia's airline industry in spotlight - again
A Russian plane carrying only crew slid off the runway and crashed yesterday, the latest in a steady stream of such incidents that has given Russia one of the world's worst air traffic safety records. 12/30/2012 09:10 am
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Israel allows gravel into Gaza for first time since Hamas takeover
The gravel shipment was part of the cease-fire deal brokered between Israel and Gaza last month, and may be followed with additional building materials. 12/30/2012 09:06 am
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Gang-rape victim dies, India transfixed
The brutal attack on the young woman touched off protests - as well as a national conversation on rape and the safety of women that could intensify with her passing. 12/28/2012 06:04 pm
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Venezuela: South America's most dangerous country
According to calculations made by a respected NGO, Venezuela is now far and away the most dangerous country in South America, with Caracas one of the most dangerous capitals in the world. 12/28/2012 03:42 pm
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New Constitution divides Egypt as economy falters
The process of passing Egypt's Constitution has created more political distrust and anger. Meanwhile, a neglected economy is heading towards grim shoals. 12/28/2012 01:26 pm
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