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UN concern for civilians grows as fighting continues in eastern DR Congo

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Residents of Bunia in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) protesting the capture by the M23 rebel group of Goma.

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Combined Force Arrests Taliban Leader

An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader in Afghanistan’s Kandahar province yesterday, military officials reported.

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New Online Game Trains Kids Against Cyber Attacks

Worms, viruses, Trojan horses, and spyware: BEWARE!

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The National Science Center is now training kids to stay safe from cyber attack malware when they’re surfing the web or using email and cell phones. A new online game called Cyber Swarm Defenders is targeted to 6th-8th grade students and is also appropriate for younger students.

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Children suffering devastating impact of Gaza crisis – UN rights committee

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Young boys playing in the rubble of the Palestine Stadium in Gaza City which was the target of Israeli airstrikes.

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Gaza Residents Relieved on Day One of Cease-Fire

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Russia Opposes NATO Missiles on Turkey-Syria Border

Russia has warned against NATO's possible deployment of Patriot missiles near Turkey's border with Syria.

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Fragile Israeli-Gaza Cease-Fire Begins

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World Powers Want New Nuclear Talks with Iran Soon

Six world powers have agreed to seek renewed talks on Iran's contested nuclear program as fast as possible, reflecting a renewed sense of urgency to resolve Tehran's disputed nuclear activity.

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UN agencies raise concerns about providing humanitarian aid in Gaza

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A WFP distribution point in the Gaza Strip.

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DR Congo: amid violence, UN officials voice concern over delivery of aid and impact on children

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IDPs who fled clashes in Kabindi, eastern DRC, between government forces and the M23 rebel group in May 2012.