Ukrainian president, opposition leaders talk as clashes escalate
The deaths of three and possibly more activists shocked and energized the legions of protesters.
Syrians blast Kerry at talks, say Assad won’t give up power
Syrian government says conflict is driven by foreign insurgents. New report offers fresh proof of torture.
Israel kills 2 alleged militants in Gaza
One of those killed was alleged to have been responsible for rocket attack at Ariel Sharon’s funeral.
China puts anti-corruption activist on trial
Scores of backers sneak into a Beijing courthouse complex to offer cautious, careful support.
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As the government struggles for control of Fallujah, the holy Shiite city of Karbala is hosting Sunnis.
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Rifts had threatened to overshadow the long-awaited event as world leaders gathered in Switzerland.
Terrorist search sets off jitters as Olympics approach
Putin has deployed up to 60,000 police personnel, troops and special forces in Sochi.
Pakistan bombs militant areas to retaliate for attacks
At least 40 people are killed in targeted air strikes in North Waziristan.
Afghan land-mine removal workers kidnapped, released
Motive, identity of kidnappers are unclear; kidnappings follow brazen restaurant attack in Kabul on Friday.
India’s capital roiled by its own chief minister
Anti-corruption activist turned politician ends tense standoff with police in New Delhi.
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The production of goods, many for American consumers, creates pollution that is also U.S.-bound.
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Syria peace talks begin
The negotiations got underway in Switzerland, but the tone at the outset was far from conciliatory.
Ukraine protests turn deadly
The demonstrations in Kiev turned deadly as opposition organizers announced that three protesters had been killed.
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Hundreds of doctors and health workers are trying to help those affected by the war as the humanitarian crisis deepens.
World’s elite converge on Davos
The 2014 World Economic Forum is bringing together a few thousand people to the ultra-tony ski resort of Davos, Switzerland.
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In Ukraine, violence persists amid protests
Days after hundreds of opposition supporters tried to storm parliament, Russia urges Europe not to interfere in Kiev.
Taliban attacks Kabul restaurant
A suicide bomber and gunmen on Friday attacked a popular Kabul restaurant, killing at least 21 people.
Bushfires in Australia
Heat and high winds fan dozens of bushfires across Australia. One person is dead, and officials are warning others to flee.
Adrift in Mexico’s deportation capital
The border town of Mexicali has become filled with deportees from the U.S.
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