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Sectarian Violence Expected to Rise in Pakistan

A leading human rights group says Pakistan's Shi'ite Muslims are living in a state of siege, after a string of bombings across the country killed 115 people and wounded nearly 250, in one of the nation's deadliest days in years.

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North Korea Accused of 'Unauthorized' Production of Sesame Street Toys

The U.S. non-profit group that produces the children's television show Sesame Street says a major North Korean toy maker is producing unlicensed replicas of popular characters from the internationally syndicated educational program.

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In call to Prime Minister, Ban discusses Japan’s economy and role in northeast Asia

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Shinzo Abe.

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Amid ongoing violence, UN food relief agency warns of growing shortages in Syria

The United Nations food relief agency Tuesday warned that humanitarian needs in Syria – especially for food – are growing, with serious bread and fuel shortages across the war-torn country.

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