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Army's role in fall of Mohamed Morsi stirs fears among Egyptian protesters

The part of the armed forces and police in toppling the former president has gained praise but activists warn against 'military fascism'On Friday night, the five-mile drive between Tahrir Square in...

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George Zimmerman trial: signs jury nearing decision

Request for clarification from panel of six women suggests verdict in case of killing of Trayvon Martin may arrive soonA jury deciding the fate of George Zimmerman, the Florida neighbourhood watch...

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Australian authorities abandon search for missing asylum seekers

Eight people still unaccounted for and one baby confirmed dead after vessel foundered north of Christmas IslandAuthorities have called off the search and rescue mission for eight people still missing...

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Trayvon Martin: how a teenager's death sparked a national debate

Issues of race and gun law came to the fore thanks to civil rights leaders, protests and the influence of social mediaTrayvon Martin so nearly went to his grave unnoticed, his death barely recorded...

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Prosecutors defend bringing murder case against George Zimmerman

All the facts of Trayvon Martin's death came out in court, but the jury system must be respected, lawyers sayThe prosecutor who charged George Zimmerman last year has defended her decision to bring a...

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Labor targets Tony Abbott with plan to float carbon price a year earlier

Labor gambles that electoral advantage of escaping fixed price will offset budget hole and Senate oppositionLabor is seeking to turn the politics of the carbon tax back on Tony Abbott, saying its...

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Israel targeted Russian-made missiles in Syria, US officials say

Reports suggest Israel attacked anti-ship cruise missiles sent to Assad regime near the port of LatakiaUS officials say Israel targeted advanced anti-ship cruise missiles near Syria's principal port...

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Ramadan – news and resources round up

Millions of Muslims around the world have begun a month-long fast during daylight hours for Ramadan. Here are some resources to help you explore the festival in classIt's the ninth month of the Islamic...

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Dozens killed in attacks on Sunni mosques in Baghdad

At least 21 killed as intensity of violence across Iraq increases in the first week of RamadanBombs exploded outside two Sunni mosques in Baghdad late on Saturday, killing at least 21 people leaving...

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Glee star Cory Monteith found dead in hotel room

Police say no foul play suspected after the actor was discovered in his room at a hotel in VancouverCanadian actor Cory Monteith, heart throb of Fox's musical-comedy television series Glee, has been...

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Why can't food waste be fed to pigs?

For years the pig bin was a part of every canteen and kitchen, but then it was banned. Now campaigners want to bring it backPigswill used to be big. Edd Colbert, campaign co-ordinator of the Pig Idea...

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Cory Monteith: memorable Glee moments

Following news of the Glee star's death in Vancouver, we look back at his career on the show that made him a starVicky Frost

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Cory Monteith's death confirmed by Vancouver police – video

Vancouver police confirms that Canadian actor Cory Monteith has been found dead in a Vancouver hotel room

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Eyewitness: Pathum Thani, Thailand

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We want privacy from the government, but we're an open book on social media |...

There's outrage about the NSA's 'spying' on citizens, but many of us are willing to share our personal lives and locations dailyI recently trailed a friend – inadvertently – through New York City,...

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Protests after George Zimmerman acquitted in Trayvon Martin case – video

Protesters gathered outside the Florida courthouse where George Zimmerman was acquitted on Saturday of the murder of Trayvon Martin

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Last telegrams are sent in India as service discontinues - video

The last telegrams are sent in India as the country's telegraph service ends on Sunday

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After I wrote about my rape, again | Sohaila Abdulali

In the wake of last year's horrific gang-rape in India, I revisited my own experience. Now, I feel lucky I can put it behind meThe World Health Organization recently came out with the first global...

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Australian woman seriously injured during Spanish bull run

23-year-old undergoes surgery and four others taken to hospital after final run of San Fermín festival in PamplonaAn Australian woman was seriously injured after being gored during the final bull run...

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Privacy campaigners demand review of snooping laws

Groups write to select committee raising concerns about the way ministers and intelligence agencies have interpreted lawSeven of the UK's leading human rights groups and privacy campaigners have...

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