Topic: Protests and Demonstrations
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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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Who handled Major League Baseball’s ceremonial first-pitch honors in 2013?
One of the most anticipated moments of any baseball season occurs when ceremonial first pitches are thrown at each of 30 major-league ballparks. Often the identity of the persons or persons doing the honors is kept a secret until the last minute. Here’s the lineup of the 2013 VIPs:
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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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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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2012's 'good news' stories
2012 saw jobs returning to the US, health concerns improve in historic numbers, and more.
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International news roundup – Jan. 28
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Egypt slams Iran's Hamas, Hezbollah connection
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Iceland's leaders fall (on yogurt?) and its government spoils
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This week's lookahead - Jan. 26
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Will social safety net survive Iceland’s crisis?
No need for soup kitchens, say Icelanders, despite their sudden loss of wealth.
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Envious of Obama, Icelanders hurl yogurt and stage riots for new leaders
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Global financial crisis overwhelms tiny Iceland
Protests in the capital escalated Tuesday and Wednesday with calls for the prime minister and Central Bank head to resign.
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Ramallah teens end Facebook chats with Israel teens
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Saudi activist who inspired rare hunger strike freed
The professor had been arrested after publishing a critical report.
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Thais tighten ban on royal slurs
Thailand's lèse-majesté laws are already strict, but a new crackdown on insults has resulted in a spike in arrests, including that of an Australian novelist.
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Extremist group in Greece attacks police
The shooting by Revolutionary Struggle raises concern over a resurgence of domestic terrorism.
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Egyptian activist takes fight for freedom online
Nora Younis has risen to fame in Egypt by pressing for change on her political blog.
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World
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Nervous Russia stomps dissent
Economic angst is prompting more rallies Sunday. How will the Kremlin react?
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Greek protesters take over radio, television outlets
Protracted rioting threatens the Greek economy and regional stability, the government says.
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New Thai prime minister chosen
Largely untested, opposition leader Abhisit Vejjajiva says his first priorities are fixing the economy and rescuing the tourist industry.
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Reporters on the Job
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Cuban activists say they were beaten on eve of 60th human rights anniversary
Leading Cuban activist Belinda Salas says she and others were beaten Wednesday after leaving the US Interests Section in Havana.
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Will strike and riots bring Greek government down?
Five days of protests, and a nationwide strike Wednesday, have shaken the conservative ruling party.
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Anarchists' fury fuels Greek riots
An uneasy truce between anarchists and police was shattered following a weekend shooting of a teen. A similar event in 1985 sparked months of daily clashes.
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World
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Ruling party must disband, Thai court orders
Antigovernment protesters cheered Tuesday's verdict and agreed to end a week-long airport blockade.
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Thai court bans prime minister, ruling party from politics
The verdict came amid a confrontation between the ousted leader, Somchai, and antigovernment protesters occupying Bangkok's airports.
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Airport clash grounds Thailand
The tug of war is stranding tourists and raising fears of escalating violence. The military denies rumors of an imminent coup, while the king remains silent.
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Opinion: The unquenchable fire in Burmese hearts
I've seen tremendous courage in the face of a freedom-hating regime.
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