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Morsi Backers Defy Egyptian Leaders, Continue Protests

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Protesters say they are making these Ramadan sweets, known as 'kaka', in honor of ousted President Mohamed Morsi who they want reinstated.

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Young people gather at UN to discuss how to achieve global development targets

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Some of the hundreds of young people from across the world attending the 12th International Youth Assembly at UN Headquarters.

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Obama Cancels Meeting with Russian President

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On anniversary of Hiroshima atomic bombing, UN officials urge nuclear disarmament

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Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Genbaku Dome).

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Westerners in Yemen Take Extra Precautions

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Embassy and consulate closure status

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Massive Fire Shuts Down Nairobi Airport

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Group of UN experts raise alarm over lawlessness in Central African Republic

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Internally displaced people in Central African Republic in an earlier outbreak of fighting.

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Ahead of Youth Day, UN chief hears concerns from young people across the world

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On International Youth Day, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon (at podium) speaks to young people. To his right is Ahmad Alhendawi, Envoy on Youth

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US Extends Security Closure of Some Diplomatic Missions

The United States says 19 of its diplomatic missions in the Middle East and Africa will remain closed for the rest of the week, even as it reopened some of its embassies.

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Nigeria Says 35 Killed in Clashes with Boko Haram

The Nigerian military says 35 people, most of them militants, have been killed in two clashes between security forces and the radical group Boko Haram.