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Not just sexy Kim Jong-un: 5 times the Onion has fooled foreign media
When the People's Daily, the Chinese Communist Party's official newspaper, took as straight news The Onion's declaration that stout North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un was 2012's "Sexiest Man Alive," it became the biggest foreign media outlet to be fooled by the satirical American newspaper. But it is not the first. Here are several other foreign news sites that took Onion fiction as newsworthy fact.
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War with Iran? 5 ways events overseas could shape Obama's second term.
The threat posed by Iran’s nuclear program is the most urgent example of the foreign-policy challenges that face President Obama in his second term. Here are four others.
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In key Syrian city, snipers and bombing tear at fabric of daily life
As rebels and the Syrian government battle for control of Aleppo, residents tap caution – and dark humor – to survive.
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5 national security issues next president must tackle
President Obama and Mitt Romney battle over foreign policy issues in the third and final presidential debate. No matter who wins the presidential election November 6, Mr. Romney or Mr. Obama will have to confront five urgent national security issues in the first weeks of his term.
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Foreign affairs: 23 new books I wish Obama and Romney would read
In preparation for the upcoming presidential debate on foreign policy, check out these 23 books that offer the kind of nuance and context mostly overlooked during a campaign.
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Israel confirms Golan Heights talks with Syria
The two countries, after an eight-year hiatus, are talking about an Israeli withdrawal in exchange for peace.
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Opinion: Don't give up the Golan Heights
Surrendering it to Syria could imperil Israel and the US.
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Uncertainty deepens in Lebanon as Hezbollah seizes control of west Beirut
The success of the Shiite group's offensive casts doubt over government's ability to survive.
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Turkey aims for clout as regional mediator
Back-channel discussions between Syria and Israel are being facilitated by Turkey, which has close ties to Israel and growing ties to Syria. The United States is supportive of the effort.
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With Syria 'reactor' video, U.S. sends a warning
It lets potential nuclear proliferators Iran and North Korea know it's watching.
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Honey Sayed spins tunes and positive news in Syria
Popular 'Good Morning Syria' host provides a rare cultural bridge in the Arab world.
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Mideast rift upstages Arab League summit
This weekend's Arab League gathering of Middle East and North African countries in Syria is expected to be a display in regional divisions.
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Even with sanctions, Syrians embrace KFC and Gap
With American goods already flooding Damascus, analysts say lifting restrictions will help counter Iran's influence.
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