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Egyptian President Annuls Emergency Decree

Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi has annulled a decree he issued last month granting him sweeping emergency powers, in a push to defuse political tensions and deadly violence gripping the country.

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On visit to refugee camps, Secretary-General renews call for stop to killings in Syria

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Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon visits the Islahiye camp in Turkey.

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Hamas Marks 25th Anniversary with Mass Rally in Gaza

Tens of thousands of Palestinians gathered for a rally in Gaza to mark the 25th anniversary of the founding of Hamas. They sang nationalist songs, flashed the victory sign and waved green Hamas flags.

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Corruption: It's Easier Than You Think

When I lived in Cambodia, I got into a lot of fights. I’d protest the fruit seller who was overcharging me for mangoes because I was American. I’d wave my hands at the police officer who fined me for driving on the correct side of the road. I’d get...

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