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International Women's day: 3 challenges women face around the world
Issues such as violence, inequality at work, and traditional expectations confront women on every continent around the world. Here is a sampling of challenges women faced this year:
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How the world is reacting to Obama's reelection
From China to Iran, President Obama's reelection elicited everything from celebration to doubt about his second-term agenda. Here are 11 responses:
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Blasphemy riots: 6 examples around the world
Many Muslims consider any depiction of the prophet to be forbidden, and Islamic teachings call for handling the Quran with respect. Incidents of both intentional and unintentional disrespect have occasionally prompted protests and violence around the world. Here are six examples:
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'Dan Gets A Minivan': 6 stories about the transition to parenthood
In "Dan Gets a Minivan," Dan Zevin shares how he made the transition from single guy to minivan-owning dad.
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'Barack Obama: The Story': 7 excerpts from the controversial book
7 stories biographer David Maraniss presented in his new book "Barack Obama: The Story."
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Federal Reserve uncertainties drive down Asian markets
Transcripts from the Federal Reserve's January meeting were made public Wednesday. These documents showed growing doubts about the longevity of the U.S. central bank's bond buying program, which has kept interest rates at record lows.
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Focus Going green: Forget the McNugget eaters, target McDonald's itself
Paper giant APP's move to go green in Indonesia has thrilled environmentalists. Many activist groups are now focusing on buying practices that could affect a firm's reputation – as well as its finances.
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Focus Stunning reversal? Why 'big paper' just went green in Indonesia.
Asia Pulp & Paper Co. has promised to stop using wood from Indonesia's natural forests. Unprecedented market pressures, driven in part by Barbie and Mickey Mouse, helped.
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Russian meteor blast had force of 300-kiloton nuclear warhead (+video)
Using sensors designed to detect rogue nuclear tests, scientists have learned more about the meteor that exploded over Russia. It was much bigger than they first thought.
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Just how big was that Russia meteor anyway?
The meteor whose shock wave injured hundreds of Russians early on Friday was tiny compared to the one that struck Siberia in 1908, say scientists.
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Stir It Up! Indonesian-style pineapple tarts for Chinese New Year
In Chineses households it's believed that eating these sweet cookies will bring good fortune as well as sweetness in the upcoming year. Celebrate the Year of Snake with a batch of homemade pineapple tarts.
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Horizons Apple prepares to fight for the iPhone name in Brazil
Apple is set to challenge a Brazilian patent agency ruling that states that the iPhone trademark belongs to a Brazilian electronics company.
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One Billion Rising: Indonesia joins world discussion on rape
Today is One Billion Rising, a day of activism around women's rights and against rape across the world. Indonesia is just one of 200 countries involved.
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Militants attack military base in Thailand's deep south, marines kill 16
Wednesday's death toll was the biggest since Thai security forces stormed a mosque in 2004, killing 32 Muslims in a raid that intensified the insurgency in Thailand's deep south.
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Africa Monitor Were health care workers in Nigeria murdered for doling out polio vaccines?
The Islamist militant group Boko Haram is thought to be behind the recent gruesome attacks. But suspicion about vaccination campaigns has deeper historical roots in northern Nigeria, writes John Campbell.
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Global News Blog Palm oil casualty? 14 pygmy elephants fall prey to pesticides in Borneo
Malaysian wildlife officials say 14 dead pygmy elephants were found last month in Borneo, apparently poisoned by chemicals used by farmers on the country's massive palm-oil plantations.
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Egypt blocks YouTube for a month, following 'Innocence of Muslims'
An Egyptian judge ordered the government to block YouTube for 30 days for carrying the 14-minute trailer to 'Innocence of Muslims,' the controversial film that sparked massive protests in the Middle East last September.
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Pacific earthquake hits Solomon Islands: Tsunami warning issued (+video)
Pacific earthquake, centered near the Solomon Islands in the South Pacific, prompted a tsunami warning for other South Pacific islands and a tsunami watch in Fuji and Australia.
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North Korea human rights probe urged by UN
UN officials say a probe of North Korea is needed to fully document the responsibility of government and individuals for alleged abuses 'in particular where they amount to crimes against humanity.'
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Vijay Singh withdraws from Phoenix Open after admitting antler spray use
Singh said in a statement on Wednesday that while he used deer-antler spray he was not aware he may have been violating the U.S. PGA Tour's anti-doping policy.
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Modern Parenthood Immigration reform: Teaching kids about the “pathway to citizenship”
As immigration reform and the pathway to citizenship are moving forward, an educator tells his idea for teaching kids about what's really American.
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Jakarta, Indonesia's megacity of 10 million, is under water (+video)
A state of emergency has been declared after heavy rains have paralyzed much of the Indonesian capital, Jakarta. Analysts worry the flooding could affect economic investment.
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Backchannels Mostly forgotten, Egyptian trial of US NGO workers drags on
Sam LaHood and most of the other Americans accused of running illegal nongovernmental organizations fled the country last year. But 14 Egyptians and one American continue to face jail.
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For Saudi Arabia's foreign domestic workers, employers' word is virtually law
The execution of Sri Lankan maid Rizana Nafeek, accused of strangling a baby she was caring for, highlights the lack of legal protections for foreign domestic workers in Saudi Arabia.
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Change Agent Healthy food carts for kids in Indonesia get a boost
The KeBAL street food concept is an innovative way of reaching young children in Indonesia with affordable, nutritious meals that help reduce malnutrition.
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Backchannels The drip, drip, drip of Egypt's bad economic news
The Egyptian pound has tumbled in recent weeks, but it could go much further. Here's why.
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Taiwan undersea oil plans raise neighbors' eyebrows
The island's exploration efforts in the South China Sea could fuel tensions with China and other nations with territorial claims there. Heated rhetoric last year prompted the US to intervene.
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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.
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More than a turnaround, Toyota sees record-breaking sales in 2013
Despite the Japanese earthquake and tsunami which interrupted production in 2011, and massive safety-related recalls this year, Toyota Motor Corp. expects to finish 2012 with 9.7 million vehicle sales, more than ever before.
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Newly discovered loris may be slow, but its bite is toxic
A new slow loris species was discovered in Borneo, named Nycticebus kayan. The little primate weighs less than a pound.
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