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Chemical weapons 101: Six facts about sarin and Syria’s stockpile
President Obama said Assad's use of chemical weapons would be a 'red line' for US. Did he use sarin or any other chemical weapon against his own people?
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CSMonitor editors share their favorite people to follow on Twitter
Twitter turned 7 this week. In celebration of the social network's birthday, The Christian Science Monitor compiled a list of favorite Twitter accounts. Each is informative and useful in its own way. Find out what each section recommends for you.
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When dictators fall, so do their banknotes
The following now defunct or possibly soon-to-be defunct banknotes are imbued with the symbols and iconography of their leaders, past and present.
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5 big losers in press freedom: Mali and ... Japan?
The annual World Press Freedom Index released today shows gains for Myanmar and others. Japan tumbled due to an informal ban placed on independent coverage of the Fukushima Daiichi disaster. Here are five of the notable winners and losers on this year’s list.
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Inauguration 2013: 10 highlights from previous second-term addresses
Barack Obama will be the 17th American president to deliver two inaugural addresses. Here are 10 highlights from such speeches by previous two-term presidents, including the shortest one ever.
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Could an Obama win hurt Chávez?
Without Bush to rail against, Chávez will be left without a foil, say analysts.
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Afghanistan accuses Pakistani intelligence of aiding cross-border terrorism
The heightened political tensions between the two allies in the war on terror has prompted US presidential hopefuls to focus on improving Afghanistan strategy.
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World
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Obama takes show onto global stage
His foreign-policy credentials will likely be tested as he travels abroad.
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Obama takes show onto global stage
His foreign-policy credentials will likely be tested as he travels abroad.
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Afghan fight drawing foreign jihadis
They seem to be moving from Iraq to Pakistan and Afghanistan.
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Turkish prosecutors indict alleged coup plotters
The accusations are stirring tensions between the Islamic government and secular nationalists in military and intellectual circles.
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about gun rights and success in Iraq.
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Military families missing organizations ready to help them
Families who have a member serving in Iraq or Afghanistan often need help around the house. Volunteers are often willing to provide the assistance. But it's hard for the two groups to connect.
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U.S. and Iraq near a 'bridge' deal on status of U.S. troops
By the end of July, they hope to finalize a deal that would map out the role and "time horizon" for US troops in the country.
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Deadly U.S. Army outpost assault in Afghanistan underscores growing threat
The attack focuses international pressure on neighboring Pakistan, where many of the militants are said to be based.
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Obama, McCain court rising Latino vote
Hispanics could decide the outcome in some swing states in the West.
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Obama, McCain court rising Latino vote
Hispanics could decide the outcome in some swing states in the West.
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Opinion: 'I'm joining the military' shouldn't be a jaw-dropper
Giving back to the nation isn't about where you stand on war.
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The Monitor's View: Downsize Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac
Panic over these federally backed mortgage giants shows why they must eventually be shrunk.
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EPA: Your life is now worth 11 percent less
The Associated Press examined the Environmental Protection Agency's cost-benefit analyses over the past 12 years and came to a startling conclusion: the statistical value of an American life is worth almost $1 million less than it was five years ago.
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When the war comes back home
When veterans of wars in Iraq and Afghanistan bring their troubles home, police and judges often are the first to deal with them.
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Amid Iran's tests, signs of weakness
Evidence mounts that international sanctions are having an impact.
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The Monitor's View: Saving Turkey's democracy
In a fierce legal battle, Islamists and secularists are undermining the very system that can help them.
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Fewer gunmen and bribes as Iraqi students take finals
Authorities boosted security after last year's tests were marred by widespread lawlessness and mass cheating.
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World
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Female suicide bombings in Iraq: Why the recent surge?
Women are believed to be carrying out attacks to avenge the deaths of loved ones, counter depression, or atone for previous actions.
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