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Ruling Yemen gets even more complicated

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SANA, Yemen — President Ali Abdullah Saleh, who once described ruling Yemen...

North Korean leader in China seeking cash, clout

BEIJING — North Korea's reclusive leader Kim Jong Il arrived Monday in China, making a rare trip outside his hermit kingdom in search of money and support from his country's last political patron...

Tech toys become tools in Haiti

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It's easy to get caught up in the glitter and froth surrounding the high-octane, high-tech wonders that emanate from Silicon Valley...

Iran claims it shot down U.S. drone

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WASHINGTON — Iran’s military shot down an unmanned...

U.S., other Haiti allies commit to 10-year rebuilding effort

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MONTREAL — The United States and other allies of Haiti agreed Monday to a 10-year effort to rebuild Port-au-Prince and foster the long-term development that has eluded the Caribbean country despite decades of foreign assistance...

Italian prime minister to stand trial in sex case

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LONDON — A judge Tuesday ordered Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi...

Mexico bristles as some U.S. states relax marijuana laws

MEXICO CITY — As more U.S. states permit medical marijuana, and California considers legalizing cannabis sales to adults, Mexico is voicing irritation at the gap between drug laws north and south of the border and saying it undercuts the battle against Mexico's ...

Despite reports of progress, Afghan women still struggle

WASHINGTON — The numbers tell an upbeat story about efforts to empower and protect women in Afghanistan...