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NSA surveillance 101: What US intelligence agencies are doing, what they know
US intelligence agencies are gathering massive amounts of US telephone calling data and social media data on both foreigners and citizens. Here are seven questions and answers about what is known so far.
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Sports in 2012: here are some Monitor highlights
It’s impossible to list all the records set in 2012, but here’s a short rundown of some heralded highlights, plus 20 of our favorites, including some you might have missed.
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'Les Misérables': 15 memorable quotes
To mark the Dec. 25, 2012, opening of new 2012 movie new movie adaptation of "Les Misérables," directed by Tom Hooper, here are 15 memorable "Les Mis" quotes.
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3 compelling photo books for gifting this winter
These photo books capture the world in images that are by turns amusing and heartbreaking.
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Bram Stoker books: 9 things you didn't know about the 'Dracula' author
Bram Stoker is the godfather of the vampire craze, but the writer is often a mystery to modern readers. Here are 9 facts you probably don't know about the author.
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E.U. weighs Olympic boycott over Tibet
The European Union meets Friday to discuss ties to China after the unrest in Tibet.
03/27/2008 01:00 am -
Will new terminal rejuvenate London's Heathrow?
T5 opens after six years and $8.5 billion.
03/27/2008 01:00 am -
World
03/27/2008 01:00 am -
Nauru scrambles as Australia closes island's detention center
The tiny Pacific island is losing a key source of income.
03/26/2008 01:00 am -
Across Iraq, battles erupt with Mahdi Army
Moqtada al-Sadr's Mahdi Army fought US, Iraqi forces in Baghdad and Basra on Tuesday.
03/26/2008 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Afghanistan aid delivery shortfall a security risk
An international agency's report says 40 percent of aid destined for Afghans is spent on overhead costs.
03/26/2008 01:00 am -
World
03/26/2008 01:00 am -
Author of mafia exposé lives in spotlight – and gun sights
Roberto Saviano says he would be giving in to mob power if he left Italy because of the death threats 'Gomorrah' has brought him.
03/24/2008 01:00 am -
Secular vision of a prominent Iraqi family
The Chadirji family – several of whose members helped shape modern Iraq – renew an uphill bid to promote their ideals.
03/24/2008 01:00 am -
Reporters on the Job
03/24/2008 01:00 am -
British target prisons as terror incubators
Officials hope to stem radicalization by training prison imams and closely supervising proselytizers.
03/21/2008 01:00 am -
On World Water Day, a mighty global thirst
Some 1.2 billion people worldwide lack access to safe drinking water. For World Water Day, a report.
03/20/2008 01:00 am -
India's colorful catwalk catches the world's eye
Nearly half the buyers at India Fashion Week, held this month, came from abroad.
03/19/2008 01:00 am -
Suburban sprawl pollutes Hungary
The rapid rise in commuter traffic to and from Budapest is creating Los Angeles-style smog.
03/19/2008 01:00 am -
World
03/19/2008 01:00 am -
Aged ships a toxic export
A looming spike in retired vessels could send tons of PCBs and asbestos to South Asia's 'ship breakers' before new international regulations take hold.
03/19/2008 01:00 am -
Aged ships a toxic export
A looming spike in retired vessels could send tons of PCBs and asbestos to South Asia's 'ship breakers' before new international regulations take hold.
03/19/2008 01:00 am -
From our files: Arthur C. Clarke on space exploration
The science fiction writer died today in Sri Lanka.
03/19/2008 01:00 am -
London wants to put Britishness on a pedestal
Will it be meerkats, a junk car, or a hero for Trafalgar Square's empty fourth plinth?
03/17/2008 01:00 am -
At E.U. summit, climate change billed as major security risk
EU foreign affairs chief Javier Solana warns in a new report that detrimental climatic changes could drive millions of migrants to Europe from developing countries.
03/14/2008 01:00 am -
At E.U. summit, climate change billed as major security risk
EU foreign affairs chief Javier Solana warns in a new report that detrimental climatic changes could drive millions of migrants to Europe from developing countries.
03/14/2008 01:00 am -
A new 'neighborhood watch': Azeri horsemen guard BP pipeline
The $100 million effort stretches across 450 towns and is part of a growing push for corporate social responsibility.
03/12/2008 01:00 am -
Will Spitzer make list of politicians who survive scandal?
New York governor met little sympathy or support over sex scandal.
03/12/2008 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Critics question China's handling of alleged terror plot
Security experts question whether claims about Friday's domestic airliner incident amount to state propaganda to bolster a pre-Olympics crackdown.
03/11/2008 01:00 am -
N.Y. Governor Spitzer linked to high-end prostitution ring
Calls for his resignation mount, after the ethics crusader said he failed to live up to his own standards.
03/11/2008 01:00 am
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