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Former South Korean President Kim Dae-Jung has died at the age of 85. Doctors said he suffered complications following pneumonia. Kim devoted most of his life seeking the reunification of South and North Korea. more »
A fatal accident at the RusHydro-owned hydro-electric station in Siberia has forced its shutdown. more »
One of the ways the EU promotes and supports democracy outside Europe is by observing elections abroad. more »
More survivors are brought to safety in Taiwan following the destruction from Typhoon Morakot. Morakot hit Taiwan a week ago, killing up to 500 people, according to the latest estimation by the island's President Ma Ying-jeou. more »
The burnt and blackened remains are all that are left of this wedding party near Kuwait city. more »
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As Beijing gets serious about tackling global warming; Southern China eyes opportunities to transform its highly polluting industries. more »
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President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama welcomed to the White House Wednesday 16 recipients of the Medal of Freedom. more »
More survivors are brought to safety in Taiwan following the destruction from Typhoon Morakot. Morakot hit Taiwan a week ago, killing up to 500 people, according to the latest estimation by the island's President Ma Ying-jeou.
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