Topic: Sudan
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Five reasons to care about the Sudan - South Sudan conflict
Fighting between South Sudan and its rival, Sudan, could restart a 20-year civil war that claimed the lives of millions. It could also affect the price Americans pay for car fuel, China’s ability to keep its economy growing, and the stability of the region. Here’s a few reasons to pay attention to the fighting in Sudan.
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China 'buying out' Africa: Top 5 destinations of Chinese money
On a quest to secure raw materials and energy resources to support the exponential growth of its economy, China has become the fastest-growing investor in Africa. Here are the top five destinations of Chinese capital, in order of estimated Chinese investment.
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5 countries with the longest ongoing US sanctions
Sanctions are once again leading the news with trade embargoes tightening around Iran and debates over whether to loosen US restrictions on Cuba and Myanmar.
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The International Criminal Court's docket in Africa
With the confirmation of charges against four senior Kenyan leaders, there are now seven different countries where the International Criminal Court has filed charges of crimes against humanity. All of those cases emanate from Africa.
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Correspondent reflections: The 10 news events that shaped 2011
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Reporters on the Job
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One man aims to bring Sudan's nights back to life
Decades after an Islamic revolution, an old-school cat returns to the capital, Khartoum, to start a jazz club.
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World
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Out of Kenya's violence, rebirth
Forget tribal tags. This fight is about economic disparity. And it's a crucial catharsis.
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World
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Former Guantánamo prisoner asks U.S. to review its founding ideals
Adel Hassan Hamad, who is suing the US government, claims that American values of freedom and democracy have been shaken.
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France backs Deby, may intervene in Chad
After a green light from the UN, France decided Tuesday to scrap its neutrality and help fend off a rebel advance.
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In Chad, put refugees first
An armed rebellion in Chad threatens hundreds of thousands of refugees.
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As fighting rages in Chad, France's new role revealed
France did not repel this weekend's coup attempt on its former colony as it has in the past, but the UN Monday approved unilateral French action to support Chad's government.
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If Chad coup succeeds, Darfur crisis could deepen
Rebels stormed Chad's capital, delaying arrival of EU troops to help refugees.
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Genocide prevention: 60 years of abject failure
Darfur reinforces the impotence of this UN mandate.
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Letters to the Editor
Readers write about democracy in Darfur and cash for good grades.
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Reporters on the Job
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Darfur's best hope: the ballot box
A regime-ousting election could help more than peacekeepers.
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Peace in the heart of Africa?
A pact in Congo this week may end a horrific conflict if the US and others follow through.
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Renewed impetus to sanction Iran
Security Council members, plus Germany, agree Tuesday on the outline of a third UN resolution.
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World
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Freedom takes a hit worldwide
A new report by Washington watchdog group Freedom House says a clampdown on political rights made 43 countries 'not free' in 2007.
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Let God's peace prevail
A Christian Science perspective on daily life.
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The Olympics in China: a moment for pride – and world scrutiny
Chinese officials are treating the Games as proud confirmation of their country's emergence as a global force to be reckoned with.
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World
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Global flash points: How to spot signs of peace
Monitor correspondents and experts suggest what to watch for in eight international conflicts.
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World
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Simple sun-cooker takes off as a way to help Darfuris
Grass-roots giving for the solar cooker, donated to women who fled Darfur, takes root in the US.
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