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Meet the nine richest self-made women
Forbes has released its annual billionaires list, and nestled among the usual suspects were women who have made or helped make their own fortunes, in industries ranging from television to real estate to clothing. These are the nine richest self-made women on Forbes 2013 Billionaires List.
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5 factors for peace in Afghanistan
Given that Afghanistan has been in a state of war for nearly 35 years, only a broad-based reconciliation can resolve the fighting. Peace talks are a vital part of that process. Here are five factors necessary to achieving a sustainable peace in Afghanistan.
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10 coffee table books that make great gifts
Stuck for a present for that friend that's hard to shop for? Check out one of these gorgeous coffee table books.
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How well do you know these authors?
Here's a quiz that mixes some lesser known works with the titles more commonly found on required reading lists. How deep does your literary knowledge run?
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The 5 most educated countries in the world
The Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development recently released its Education at a Glance 2012 report. Here are the five most educated countries in the world.
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In Pictures: Alpine skiing
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 01/15
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In Pictures: This Week in Weather 01/11-01/15
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Haiti earthquake: The nations that are stepping up to help
Pledges of financial and material aid to Haiti continue to roll in from around the globe. A look at what nation's are doing to help.
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Opinion: Letters to the editor
Readers write in about Wall Street, the need for an informed citizenry, the US economy, and peace.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 01/11
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 12/31
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Opinion: Detained US hikers in Iran: Help bring them home
Grass-roots efforts helped save the journalists in North Korea. It can help save the three American hikers detained in Iran.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 12/28
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In Pictures: Got your red hat?
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No burqas in France? Ruling party moves to ban veils in public.
The new effort to outlaw the full-length veil - niqabs and burqas - in public trumps earlier efforts to ban it only in some official buildings. The move comes at a time when French Muslims say they are being targeted as outsiders or not fully French.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 12/21
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Germany: To protect tradition, no shopping on Advent Sundays
Germany's highest court ruled that stores must stay closed on Advent Sundays so Germans can spend those days, as many traditionally do, going on walks and sitting for coffee and cake.
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the day 12/18
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Photos of the Day: Photos of the Day 12/17
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In Pictures: How's the weather?
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Gallery: Disappearing glaciers
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Opinion: Swiss ban on minarets was a vote for tolerance and inclusion
The Swiss vote highlights the debate on Islam as a set of political and collectivist ideas, not a rejection of Muslims.
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Opinion: Christianity in Europe: A part of or apart from culture?
The Swiss minaret ban and the crucifix decision in Europe illustrate the disconnect between religion and culture there.
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Opinion: Swiss minaret ban: Can Europe learn to trust its Muslim citizens?
Switzerland's ban on minarets is based on inflamed stereotypes that Islam is in conflict with Swiss values.
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The Monitor's View: Swiss minaret vote and vague fears about Islam
General concern about creeping Islamic power, rather than a critical national problem with mosques, appears to have produced the Swiss minaret vote banning construction of the towers.
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Swiss minaret ban reflects European fear of Islam
The Swiss vote to ban minarets comes at a time when Muslim populations are growing and Europeans worry about losing traditional Christian culture.
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Outrage on Swiss minaret vote, but how do Muslim states handle churches?
Swiss minaret vote leads to Muslim anger, but the Swiss aren't alone in restricting religious freedom.
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Outrage on Switzerland minaret vote, but how do Muslim states handle churches?
Switzerland minaret referendum leads to Muslim outrage, but the Swiss aren't alone in restricting religious freedom.
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Swiss vote to ban minarets showcases new populism
More than 57 percent of Swiss residents who voted Sunday – a majority in 22 out of the country's 26's cantons – approved a proposal to ban the construction of new minarets.
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