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Where do things stand at Guantánamo? Six basic questions answered.
President Obama this week pledged to “reengage” with Congress to find a way to close the terror detention camp at the Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, naval base. The renewed focus comes as 100 of the 166 detainees are reported to be engaged in a hunger strike. Here is a brief look at where things stand now.
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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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How to create a better food system in 2013 (+video)
Our worldwide food system needs an overhaul. Here are 13 steps to change food policies and improve lives.
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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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Fall books: 19 smart nonfiction picks
Here are 19 fall 2012 nonfiction titles worth checking out.
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Kenya camera crew spotlights untold stories with Slum TV
During Kenya's postelection violence, the crew focused on people who aided neighbors and tried to broker peace.
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Somali militants hinder humanitarian aid
Islamist forces in Somalia have launched fresh attacks, worrying international aid groups.
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The Monitor's View: Not so black and white
Obama's extraordinary speech on race captured the subtleties of today's debate.
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Remarks by Barack Obama: 'A More Perfect Union'
Delivered Tuesday March 18, 2008, at Constitution Center in Philadelphia.
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In Kenya, a refuge from female circumcision
The Tasaru Girls Rescue Center offers girls an alternative rite of passage to the deep-rooted cultural practice, also known as FGM.
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U.N.'s Ban Ki Moon emerges as dogged reformer
In his 15 months as UN secretary-general, he has insisted that the UN come to embody two qualities not always associated with it: efficiency and responsiveness.
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Opinion: Why Kenya is critical to Africa's future
Peace in Africa hinges on regional integration.
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Chaotic Somalia keeps U.S. on terrorism watch
Latest missile strike at the East Africa nation, aimed at a suspected Al Qaeda operative, keeps terrorists off balance. But some say US should do more to nation-build in Somalia.
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After violence, Kenya tourism struggles
Postelection clashes have scared off visitors, crippling an industry vital to East Africa's strongest economy.
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Kenyan rivals agree to share power
Kofi Annan's persistence yields a power-sharing deal between Kenya's President Kibaki and opposition leader Raila Odinga.
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Text of Kenya power-sharing deal
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Opinion: A head scarf is not just a scarf
The dispute in Turkey reminds us of the importance of allowing 'others' emotional depth.
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Namibia, the land of meat lovers
The cultural equivalent of the American hot dog, grilled beef – kapana – is the street food of this cow-revering nation's rich and poor.
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