Tuesday, December 20, 2011

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Kim Jong Il Dead at Age 69

Official report says the North Korean leader had a heart attack while on a train during what it called a 'field inspection'

North Korean leader Kim Jong Il makes a surprise appearance at Sunan airport outside Pyongyang. (File)

North Korean Heir Apparent an Enigma

Kim Jong Il's third son, Kim Jong Un, has risen to power swiftly since being made four-star general one year ago, but is largely unknown

North Korean leader Kim Jong Il (front L) and his son Kim Jong-un (R) talk as they visit Mokran Video Company in Pyongyang, in this undated picture released September 11, 2011.

Europe Cautious in Reaction to Kim Jong-Il's Death

Having limited influence on the isolated Asian nation, Europe leaders downplay prospects for change in N. Korea

The flag of North Korea flies at half-staff at the North Korean Embassy in Bucharest, Romania, December 19, 2011.

Syria Signs Arab League Deal Calling for Outside Monitors

Monitors to verify if government will honor deal to stop security forces from attacking anti-government protesters

Syria signed an Arab League initiative Monday that will allow Arab observers into the country as part of peace deal that aims to end the nation's increasingly bloody 9-month-old crisis, December 19, 2011.

Deadly Clashes in Egypt Stretch Into Fourth Day

Military rulers say use of force against protesters is justified because protesters have been trying to 'topple the state'

An Egyptian protester shows a spent bullet casing during a demonstration at Tahrir Square in Cairo on December 19, 2011.

DRC Opposition Leader Calls for Kabila's Seizure

Etienne Tshisekedi says he is the country's rightful leader and will take office on Friday

Map of Democratic Republic of the Congo

Kenya's Minibus Drivers Say They Cannot Afford to Strike

Drivers decide to continue working during the peak season as many customers are traveling for the holidays

Matatu minibuses sit idle in Nairobi as they wait for customers, December 19, 2011.

Eurozone Finance Chiefs Seek to Boost IMF Rescue Fund

Money could be needed to rescue Italy, Spain if they default on their debts

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) logo

Local Organization Helps Returning Migrants Reintegrate Into Senegal

Le Pari helps Senegalese migrants to start a new livelihood at home by providing financial and psychological support

Elhadji Moctar Gueye (far right) with his team of employees outside his metallic workshop in Dakar, December 19, 2011.
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