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In Pictures: 9/11 10th anniversary
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In Pictures: From Paris with snow
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Europe on alert: fall 2010 terror plots
Al Qaeda-linked terror threats in Europe this fall put intelligence and security forces, as well as the public, on edge. Most recently, Germany ramped up its security in anticipation of a possible attack. Below, an overview of those threats and incidents:
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One hot French presidential debate: genial tortoise vs. mud-slinging hare (+video)
Three-quarters of France is expected to tune in tonight to the sole debate between François Holland and President Nicolas Sarkozy, who is in danger of becoming the first incumbent to lose since 1981.
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Jewish community draws solace from France's response to killings
Since a gunman killed a rabbi and three children at a Jewish school in Toulouse, French Jews have been bolstered by the universal national revulsion over the attacks.
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Decoder Wire
Washington Monument isn't falling, but it's not reopening soon, either
The magnitude-5.8 earthquake that shook the Washington Monument in August will keep it closed indefinitely. It's the latest natural blow to the Washington Monument.
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Chapter & Verse
What are the toughest questions tossed at reference librarians?
Think it's easy being a librarian? Think again!
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In Pictures: 9/11 10th anniversary
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In Pictures: Brazil: sights to see
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Eiffel Tower evacuated after bomb threat
Eiffel Tower: No explosives were found, and the site in the French capital was reopened to visitors more than two hours after the original warning, said a Paris police official.
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The Circle Bastiat
In praise of the airport tourist trap
The shops in airports that sell local trinkets may seem tacky, but we should embrace them.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 01/12
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Paris snow tapers off, but travel and tourism still affected
Paris snow is unusual, but not unique. The Eiffel Tower and most forms of travel were hampered by the Paris snow.
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In Pictures: From Paris with snow
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Europe on alert: fall 2010 terror plots
Al Qaeda-linked terror threats in Europe this fall put intelligence and security forces, as well as the public, on edge. Most recently, Germany ramped up its security in anticipation of a possible attack. Below, an overview of those threats and incidents:
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Terrorism & Security
Osama bin Laden threatens French troops, criticizes France burqa ban
Osama bin Laden said France’s ban on Islamic full-face veils for women, like the niqab or the burqa, was unjust, and justified Al Qaeda attacks on French soldiers in Afghanistan.
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Saudis warn France of an Al Qaeda attack. Are they right?
The Saudis have gleaned significant intelligence over 10 years of pursuing Al Qaeda affiliates in the Arabian Peninsula. But AQAP hasn't yet shown it can attack the West.
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Terrorism & Security
CNN says Pakistan protecting Osama bin Laden; France on alert for terrorist attacks
CNN cites an unnamed NATO official who charges that members of Pakistan's intelligence service are giving shelter to Osama bin Laden in the country's northwest.
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As French strikes continue, unions take aim at Sarkozy
French strikes against pension reforms continued today. A large protest is expected this weekend as unions and the French Left continue to take on President Nicolas Sarkozy.
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Terrorism & Security
France warns travelers of increased terrorist threat in Britain
France warned its citizens traveling to Britain to be especially vigilant, saying a terrorist attack on public transport or tourist sites is 'highly likely.'
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Terrorism & Security
US issues travel alert for Americans in Europe
The US State Department issued a travel alert on Sunday for American traveling in Europe after Western intelligence agencies last week uncovered an Al Qaeda plot to wage attacks on European cities.
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Was a Mumbai-style terror attack really 'foiled'?
Public evidence out so far of a Mumbai-style terror attack contains claims that a group of men was hoping to kill people in London, but had no operatives in place, no weapons, and little in the way of logistics.
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France unusually rattled as reports of Europe terror plots emerge
Reports of a possible Al Qaeda terror plot in Europe that would involve Mumbai-style strikes in Britain, France, and Germany come as France is on alert for unrelated threats.
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Terrorism & Security
Al Qaeda plot in Europe possibly revealed by German terror suspect
The Al Qaeda plot was reportedly a coordinated Mumbai-style attack on major cities in Britain, France, Germany, and possibly the United States.
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Eiffel Tower bomb threat was the second in two weeks
Eiffel Tower bomb threat: The warning came as French officials have been on alert for possible terror attacks on crowded targets.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 09/28
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 09/16
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Eiffel Tower bomb threat was false alarm, say police
Eiffel Tower: Visitors are returning to the iconic Paris landmark after police say that they have found nothing suspicious.
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