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Will Syria’s Civil War Turn Into a Jihad?

The civil war in Syria has attracted a wide range of young fighters trying to overthrow the government of President Bashar al-Assad. But there are increasing signs of beards and black flags among the rebel battalions, raising concerns that the push for democratic reforms might turn into a holy war against western influence.

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More airports offer streamlined security screening

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Two more airports are joining a TSA program to speed pre-flight screening for active-duty service members.

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Twin Explosions Target Syrian Military Building

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Japan Cuts Production at Factories in China

Japan has cut production at some of its factories in China amid rising tension over a group of islands in the East China Sea.

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Japan determined to pass on lessons from its nuclear disaster, UN General Assembly told

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Prime Minister Yoshihiko Noda of Japan addresses the General Assembly.

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At UN debate, Afghan President highlights country as testament to multi-lateral cooperation

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President Hamid Karzai of Afghanistan addresses the General Assembly.

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Conservative Group's Ad in New York Subways Arouses Sharp Debate

Political ads posted in 10 New York City subway stations that equate criticism of Israel with Islamic terrorism have aroused little response from busy commuters, but a war of words between the group that paid for the ads and activist Muslim and other faith groups.

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At UN debate, Nigerian leader praises UN, regional roles in maintaining peace

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President Goodluck Jonathan of Nigeria.

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Syrian Rights Group: Dozens 'Arbitrarily' Detained in Banias

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Banias, Syria

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Syrian Rights Group: Dozens 'Arbitrarily' Detained in Banias

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Banias, Syria