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U.S.A.

Los Angeles to host memorial for Michael Jackson

Thousands expected to attend service for Jackson at staples centre on Tuesday.

Pakistan

Drone missile strikes claim 17 lives

US missiles struck a training facility operated by Pakistani Taliban leader Baitullah Mehsud and a militant communication centre on Friday, killing 17 people and wounding 27 others, intelligence officials said.

United Kingdom

Shadow Chancellor faces expenses probe

A sleaze investigation has been launched into the expenses claims of George Osborne.

United Kingdom

Police probe global right-wing terror ring

Police are investigating a global arms ring supplying White supremacist groups who are becoming a serious terrorist threat to Britain, a senior officer revealed on Thursday.

United Kingdom

Firefighters tackle blaze at London high-rise

Firefighters are battling a blaze that has trapped about 30 people in a London high-rise.

Philippines

Palace shocked over presidential breast implant yarn

The presidential palace branded as "malicious" local newspaper reports saying that President Gloria Arroyo had undergone a breast enhancement procedure during the two days that she had been held under quarantine at a local hospital.

Hondura

Diplomats deliver ultimatum to Honduras

Coup leaders urged to reverse course or risk sanctions, isolation.

comment & analysis

Editorial/World

Commit crime, do the time

Decision not to grant Biggs parole on humanitarian grounds is cruel, but fair.

Editorial/World

Gaining people's trust important in Afghanistan

The latest massive operation against the Taliban must also focus on nation-building.

Columns/World

Golden opportunity to bury the hatchet

Fighting the Taliban together could create a climate to resolve the Kashmir issue.

Columns/World

Reach out to ordinary Russians

Obama has a chance to counter Kremlin propaganda by tactfully articulating America's democratic values.

Columns/World

Reflect on the essence of July 4

On Independence Day, Americans will ponder whether Obama can restore nation's image, tarnished by Bush era.

 
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AUSTRALIA

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FRANCE

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HONDURA

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INDIA

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KOREA

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PAKISTAN

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PHILIPPINES

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RUSSIA

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THAILAND

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