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Royal wedding: Who Prince William and Kate Middleton invited
Prince William and Kate Middleton have invited 1,900 people to join them when they tie the knot Friday at Westminster Abbey. Here's a look at some notables on the list, from Grammy-winners to representatives criticized by the international community for violating human rights.
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In Pictures: O Christmas tree
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In Pictures: Christmas lights
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the day 12/16
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Backchannels
Prince of Blackwater heads to AfricaErik Prince, who made a fortune in Iraq thanks to his politically connected and controversial Blackwater military contractor, is leading a group of Chinese investors on a hunt for natural resources and investment opportunities in Africa.
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British PM Cameron says Assad could leave Syria
British Prime Minister David Cameron told the Arab news network Al Arabiya arrangements can be made to move the Syrian president out of the country.
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Palestinian elections: Despite Hamas boycott, Fatah fares poorly
The results announced today add to mounting concerns that Fatah – and the broader Palestinian leadership – is losing its legitimacy.
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Malala Yousafzai airlifted to Britain for treatment (+video)
Malala Yousafzai, a 14-year-old activist shot by the Taliban, has been flown from Pakistan to the United Kingdom for specialized medical care.
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The Malala moment: Tens of thousands rally in Pakistan for girl shot by Taliban
Until today, protests against the Taliban shooting of 14-year-old Malala Yousufzai had not approached the scale of previous marches against blasphemy and US drones.
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Aircraft readied for Malala Yousufzai if treatment abroad needed
The 14-year-old girl shot by the Taliban in Pakistan is making steady progress, according to the military, but the plane is part of a contingency plan.
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Decoder Wire
Obama Big Bird ad: a mistake, or shrewd? (+video)The Obama campaign's new ad attacking Romney for promising to cut Big Bird's funding has been criticized by conservatives, the Sesame Workshop CEO, and even some Democrats.
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Tiger Woods chases Rory McIlroy at BMW Championship
Tiger Woods was one shot behind Rory McIlroy, who birdied his last two holes for an 8-under 64 and was in a four-way tie for the lead. Tiger Woods made a 30-foot chip in to birdie the last hole of the first round of the BMW Championship.
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Terrorism & Security
As Syrian government gains ground in Aleppo, it loses its people (+video)Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta's warnings that Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad risks losing his country because of his brutal tactics appear to be panning out.
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Sorry, Iran: UAE opens pipeline around Strait of Hormuz
The new pipeline bypasses the Strait of Hormuz, a choke point for Middle East oil that Iran has threatened to block.
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Horizons
EU gives thumbs up to Sony's $2.2 billion takeover of EMIThe European Union has approved the Sony-led acquisition of EMI Music. But there are strings attached.
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Syrian opposition cautiously welcomes UN cease-fire plan
But for more support from the West, the Syrian opposition needs to overcome divisions and squabbling that were on full display at a major Istanbul meeting today.
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Global News Blog
Culture under construction in the United Arab EmiratesA future-focused cultural district made up of four museums and a performing arts center will be built on a manmade island off the coast of Abu Dhabi by 2017.
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Africa Rising: First it was China, now the Gulf discovers the African market
A decade ago, many African economies seemed locked in stagnation. Now they are booming, and Gulf investors are moving in to take advantage of the growth.
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Why a Saudi blogger faces a possible death sentence for three tweets
Hamza Kashgari's tweets on the prophet Muhammad's birthday have resulted in charges of blasphemy, apostasy, and atheism – and Saudi Arabia appears to be making an example of his actions.
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Tiger Woods returns to form at Pebble Beach
Tiger Woods had 6 birdies for an opening round of 68 at Pebble Beach National Pro-Am. It was Tiger Woods' is back at the Pebble Beach celebrity event for the first time in a decade.
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Global News Blog
India's Supreme Court deals blow to corruption - and foreign investors (+video)India’s Supreme Court has ordered the government to cancel telecommunications licenses awarded in 2008 that are at the center of one of the country’s largest corruption scandals.
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Tiger Woods tied for lead in Abu Dhabi Championship
Tiger Woods fired a six-under par 66 Saturday. After three rounds, Tiger Woods is now tied with Britain's Robert Rock for the lead of the Abu Dhabi Championship.
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Tiger Woods edges closer to top in Abu Dhabi tourney
Tiger Woods shot a three under par 69 Friday in the second round of the Abu Dhabi Golf Championship and is now two shots off the lead.
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Tiger Woods struggles on greens at Abu Dhabi Championship
Tiger Woods shot a 70 in the first round at Abu Dhabi. Woods hit the ball well but struggled to sink puts. Rory McIlroy shot a 67 and is tied for the lead.
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Why Iran's currency dropped to worst low in two decades
The value of Iran's currency, the rial, to the dollar fell nearly 30 percent after President Obama approved new Iran sanctions on Saturday.
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Tech stocks, market hit by Intel, Europe woes
Tech stocks fell on news that chipmaker Intel, a bellwether for tech stocks, cut its profit outlook. Moody's says it plans to review EU sovereign debt ratings, adding to the general market gloom.
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Michele Bachmann: Who are the anti-Bachmann bloggers?
Michele Bachmann has been in the cross-hairs of Minnesota Republican women bloggers, who are behind many mainstream media stories today about Michele Bachmann.
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The price of gold: as influential as a global power
The record price of gold and the universal obsession with the sparkling metal make it a parallel global power.
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The Vote
Anthony Weiner 'sexting' affair turns into political blame gameDemocrats calling for Anthony Weiner's resignation are piling on as Republicans say they should have done so sooner. Hillary Clinton, experienced in such matters, has taken Weiner's wife under her wing.
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