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'World must do more' to aid besieged communities in Syria, urges top UN relief official

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Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs Valerie Amos.

Thai Protesters Begin 'Shutdown' of Bangkok

Thai opposition protesters have begun their attempted shutdown of the capital city of Bangkok, occupying key intersections in the downtown area and bringing in sandbags, tents and food in preparation for a prolonged standoff. Police estimated the the...

France's Hollande Has Tight Window to Step up Reform Pace

The coming weeks will tell whether Francois Hollande can pick up the pieces of his accident-prone presidency and start to pull the euro zone's second-largest economy out of decline. It may be his last chance to do so.

World Retailers Want Negotiations in Cambodia Labor Dispute

Major international clothing companies say they are concerned for the safety of Cambodia’s garment workers and want to see peaceful negotiations between unions, factories and the government.