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Top 7 detective series set in foreign locales
Two of the most popular summer book genres are mystery and travel, and there's no better way to enjoy both than by reading detective novels set in foreign locations. Check out this list to learn about seven series that will keep you on the edge of your beach chair – all summer long.
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In Pictures: Burma (Myanmar) earthquake
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The top 10 weirdest stories of 2010
As 2010 draws to a close, its time to reflect upon the joys and sorrows of the past twelve months. It's also time to think about the truly weird things that we witnessed. Here's our top ten list.
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Press Freedom Index: The top 10 worst countries
Syria, Rwanda, and Yemen have fallen to the bottom of the World Press Freedom Index, the media watchdog Reporters Without Borders said today. The three countries join other single-party dominated governments at the bottom of the annual index, while six democratic Northern European nations tied this year as the best places for media freedom.
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In Pictures: Monsters of the deep
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Global News Blog
Russian plane goes missing in Indonesia, dealing blow to aviation industry (+video)
The late-model Russian Sukhoi SuperJet-100 was meant to revive Russia's aging and accident-prone airplane fleet. It disappeared on a demonstration flight.
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Greece heads to the polls – and the political fringes
Today's national elections in Greece could see the end to a two-party monopoly over politics as discontent over the economic crisis generates interest in smaller parties.
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Why Voice of America is losing to voice of communist China – at home and abroad
With funding and program cuts, Washington is crippling the truth-telling Voice of America broadcasts in China. Meanwhile, Beijing is aggressively expanding its media campaign to spread untruths – broadcasting from American soil. America can't afford to let the VOA go silent.
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Thailand's blueprint to rein in fallout from floods and drought
Hundreds died and businesses lost billion in last year's floods, caused in part by overflow from dams filled to hedge against drought. This year, Thailand is testing different prevention measures.
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GOP candidates need to debate legalizing marijuana
As GOP candidates debate values, I have not heard them address legalizing marijuana. The words of a narcotics agent ring in my ears: 'I can’t say every pot smoker goes on to get hooked on the hard stuff. But I can say every addict I know on the hard stuff got started on pot.'
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Despite riots, Greece pushes ahead with austerity (+video)
The Greek Parliament voted last night to slash the minimum wage and public sector jobs in exchange for a bailout, despite public fury that led to Molotov cocktails and tear gas.
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Why Chinese workers are getting kidnapped abroad
Kidnapped Chinese workers were freed today in Egypt, but as more Chinese workers become easy targets abroad, citizens back home are calling for action.
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An end to one of the world's longest wars? Myanmar rebels cautious. (+video)
Ceasefire talks between the Myanmar government and the Karen ethnic minority army hold the possibility of an end to one of the world's longest-lasting wars.
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China executes Filipino drug trafficker, draws attention to Chinese drug problem
China, the world’s most prolific executioner, put a Filipino drug trafficker to death Thursday despite an appeal from the Philippine president.
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Global News Blog
Thailand's worst floods in decades reach Bangkok as political fallout mounts
Some 40,000 Thai Army troops have been deployed to build flood walls, set up sandbags, and help evacuations, but citizens are beginning to express frustration with the government response.
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Why Thailand has become a popular path to freedom for North Korean defectors
A growing number of North Korean defectors are crossing illegally into Thailand via a new 'underground railroad' because Thailand processes defectors and sends them to South Korea quickly.
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Cambodia launches first stock exchange - sort of
Cambodia officially opened its first stock exchange. The problem? There aren't any stocks to trade.
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Top 7 detective series set in foreign locales
Two of the most popular summer book genres are mystery and travel, and there's no better way to enjoy both than by reading detective novels set in foreign locations. Check out this list to learn about seven series that will keep you on the edge of your beach chair – all summer long.
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China pushes rail links into southeast Asia: Is Laos aboard?
China's ambitious rail project in Laos could bring prosperity, some say. But others in region doubt that’s high on Beijing’s agenda.
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Terrorism & Security
Amnesty International: Death penalty on decline, US in top 5
A new Amnesty International report finds that the use of the death penalty is declining worldwide and that in a number of countries, even when death sentences are issued, they are not carried out.
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In Pictures: Burma (Myanmar) earthquake
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Stocks end higher, propelled by tech, retail
Dow gains 84 points, up nearly 5 percent over the last six trading days.
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Burma(Myanmar) earthquake hits faded drug area
Burma(Myanmar) earthquake caused buildings to sway hundreds of miles away. The economic impact of the Burma(Myanmar) earthquake is limited as Golden Triangle opium production has declined.
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Burma (Myanmar) earthquake strikes near Thailand border
Burma (Myanmar) earthquake: Homes and at least one bridge were damaged in several villages along Myanmar's borders with Thailand and Laos, according to residents who spoke to an aid agency.
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Why Aung San Suu Kyi wants to keep sanctions on Burma
Some analysts warn that democracy activist Aung San Suu Kyi’s pro-sanctions strategy may lose steam as Burma relies on its Asian neighbors for trade and investment.
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Difference Maker
Publishing children's books – and delivering them by elephant
Sasha Alyson hauls (sometimes by elephant) children's books in the local language to kids in rural Laos eager to learn to read.
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The life of General Vang Pao, Hmong guerrilla leader
General Vang Pao died in California, Thursday. The former Hmong guerrilla leader was called 'the biggest hero of the Vietnam War' but also had a long history of violence.
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The top 10 weirdest stories of 2010
As 2010 draws to a close, its time to reflect upon the joys and sorrows of the past twelve months. It's also time to think about the truly weird things that we witnessed. Here's our top ten list.
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More than a tourist
A Christian Science perspective.
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Stock exchange linkup for three Asian nations
Stock exchange alliance of Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand will give investors simultaneous access to all three markets.
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