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5 reasons why Africa is not ready to meet its own security needs – yet
Africa’s experiment in a regional approach to security is serious and laudable, but it will take time to build credible capacity. Here are five reasons why Africa is not ready to meet its own security needs – yet.
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Syria conflict: 5 warring factions
Syria is at the nexus of some of the Middle East's most central problems, meaning that fallout from its uprising is likely to ripple, in unpredictable ways, through the region. Here's a brief guide to the actors in the conflict.
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Prince William: 8 stories from the new book 'The Man Who Will Be King'
Writer Penny Junor explores the man second in line to the throne in her new book "The Man Who Will Be King."
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International Women's Day: How it's celebrated around the globe
International Women's Day has served for more than a century as a day to honor the achievements of women globally. Here are some ways people are celebrating:
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World's cheapest gas: Top 10 countries
While Americans and Europeans bemoan the cost of gasoline at the pumps, people in some other parts of the world enjoy filling up their tanks cheaply thanks to subsidies provided by wealthy, oil-rich governments. Here are the 10 cheapest countries on Earth to fill a gas tank.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 02/03
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African Nations Cup: Egypt win over Algeria sends national pride soaring
After Egypt vanquished Algeria 4-0 in the African Nations Cup, the country exploded in celebration.
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What Obama could learn from France about stopping terrorists
To defend itself from terrorist attacks, the US should go on the offensive with a proactive strategy, like France.
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Is Al Qaeda’s new terrorist strategy making the US less secure?
Obama outlined his tougher security measures in the wake of the Christmas Day bombing attempt. But terrorist-related incidents in recent months raise questions about their adequacy.
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US-bound passengers from 14 countries face new airport security
New airport security rules mean travelers from 14 countries including Nigeria and Yemen will be subject to mandatory extra screening – including full-body pat-downs – before they can board a flight to the US.
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Al Qaeda rises in West Africa
Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab – the terror suspect who allegedly tried to blow up a plane over Detroit on Christmas Day – hails from Nigeria in West Africa. The Monitor takes a look at how the fight against Al Qaeda is going in the region.
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In Pictures: Guantanamo Bay: still in operation
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Behind the veil: Why Islam's most visible symbol is spreading
Embraced or banned, a prayer or a prison, the Muslim veil is spreading: Who wears it – and why?
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World Cup draw: England happy, US even happier
After the World Cup draw in Cape Town, the US is in prime position to advance at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa next summer.
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World Cup draw: US, England, France get good slots in South Africa
FIFA settled the World Cup draw in South Africa today ahead of next summer's tournament. The US will face off against England and minnows Algeria and Slovenia.
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Egypt-Algeria World Cup violence used to rally support for Mubarak regime
A violent war of words after two Egypt-Algeria World Cup qualifiers is being used by the regime of Hosni Mubarak to rally support and distract from Egypt's domestic woes, critics say.
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Italy arrests four men accused of funding Mumbai terror attacks
Is northern Italy a new haven for terror fundraising? Police in Italy arrested four Pakistanis suspected of sending money to Mumbai terrorists.
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World Cup: Ireland vs. France has boys in green seeking miracle
The Ireland vs. France World Cup qualifier in Paris tonight promises passion as the boys in green seek a miracle. But it probably won't have the violence that marred the Algeria-Egypt match.
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World Cup: Algeria vs. Egypt in tense one game playoff
A World Cup sudden death qualifier pits Algeria vs. Egypt in a rematch of a game Saturday when Algerian players were assaulted by hooligans before the game and dozens of fans were injured afterwards.
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World Cup: Egypt vs. Algeria, it's more than soccer
Tensions between Algeria and Egypt remain high in the wake of Saturday's World Cup match. Gamal Mubarak, Egypt's political heir apparent, is a big soccer fan. The next match: Wednesday.
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Massachusetts town says yes to Guantánamo detainees
The small college town of Amherst, Mass., voted to accept detainees released from the Guantánamo detention camp in Cuba. Congress has previously voted that Guantánamo detainees will not be allowed to settle in the US.
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Italian court sentences 23 CIA agents in attack on rendition
An Italian court sentenced 23 US CIA agents in absentia to prison for the abduction and 'extraordinary rendition' of Muslim cleric from Milan in 2003.
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Generosity: An Enhancement
A new novel from Richard Powers poses a disquieting question: Is it abnormal to be happy?
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Photos of the Day: 1021
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Photos of the Day: 1020
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Russia denies mystery ship was carrying missiles to Iran
Speculation that the Arctic Sea cargo ship seized in the Baltic in July was carrying weapons or other illicit cargo continues to swirl.
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Money Daily Brief: US crackdown on tax havens causes scramble
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Why Chavez is wooing autocrats abroad
Less popular among Latin leaders, the Venezuelan president is on an 11-day trip to visit allies including Libya's Qaddafi and Iran's Ahmadinejad.
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Hugo Chávez 'evil axis' tour: Looking for love in all the wrong places?
The Venezuelan leader gave Libyan strongman Muammar Qaddafi a warm hug yesterday during his 11-day tour to Russia, Belarus, Syria, Algeria, Libya, and Iran.
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Russia says Arctic Sea hijackers demanded ransom, threatened to blow up ship
Russian authorities say the case of the missing cargo ship has a straightforward explanation, but many in Europe still speculate something else happened.
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