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Pentagon: Haqqani Network Behind 18-Hour Afghan Assault

Nearly 18 hours of fighting in Kabul, three provinces ends after Afghan troops, NATO helicopters attack militants hiding in building

Afghan policeman stand guard after a battle with insurgents who took over a building in Kabul, Afghanistan, April 16, 2012.

Syrian Clashes Continue as UN Monitors Begin Mission

Syrian activists report heavy shelling of opposition strongholds in Homs, despite arrival of UN observers in Damascus Sunday

U.N. monitors walk through a hotel in Damascus, April 16, 2012.

West Cautious as Iran Says Ready to Resolve Nuclear Concerns

Iran would always assert its right to process uranium, but it is open to negotiations about enrichment levels, says Iranian FM

Iran's Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi attends a news conference in Ankara, Turkey January 19, 2012.

UN Security Council Expands North Korea Sanctions

Council says failed launch caused 'grave security concerns,' agrees to expand sanctions

U.S. Ambassador Susan Rice speaks during a press conference consultations at the United Nations headquarters. Rice, the current president of the United Nations Security Council, and other council members are meeting to discuss Thursday's failed rocket lau

Chinese Media Warn Against Rumors in Bo Xilai Scandal

New reports say experts are calling for harsh criminal sanctions against those who spread rumors online

Bo Xilai

Philippines, US Begin Military Exercises as Standoff With China Continues

Eight Chinese fishing vessels were found near Scarborough Shoal, which Manila says is well within its exclusive economic zone

Protesters display placards during their rally outside the Chinese Consulate at the financial district of Makati city, east of Manila, Philippines, April 16, 2012.

Norwegian Killer Pleads Not Guilty in Court

Anders Behring Breivik acknowledges killing 77 people, but says he does not accept criminal responsibility

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Guinea-Bissau Coup Leaders Announce Transitional Council

Soldiers who seized control of country last week are expected to play prominent role in new government

Map of Guinea-Bissau

India, Pakistan Take Steps to Boost Trade

New trading post on Attari-Wagah border, groundbreaking Pakistan trade fair in New Delhi, follow visit by Pakistan's president

India's Home Minister Palaniappan Chidambaram (C) unveils a plaque with other Indian, Pakistani trade officials during inauguration of Integrated Checkpost at joint check post at Attari border in northern Indian city of Amritsar, April 13, 2012.

Study Links Dental X-Rays to Brain Tumors

Risk doubles compared to common x-rays

A new study finds a clear relationship between dental x-rays and brain tumors.
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