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WORLDNOTES – February 7, 2009
January 30, 2009Philippines: Political killings rise Human rights activists say 900 extrajudicial executions have taken place during Gloria Arroyo’s presidency, while 200 others have “disappeared.” Writing in the UK Telegraph, Thomas Bell noted that five additional leftist and...
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Give diplomacy a chance in Afghanistan
January 30, 2009In its opening days, the Obama administration has set the stage for both diplomatic and military moves in Afghanistan and South Asia. Peace movement leaders here urge emphasis on diplomacy and economic aid, and warn that...
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French workers protest against cutbacks
January 30, 2009MILLIONS of French workers are set to take to the streets on Thursday to warn the right-wing government that they will not bear the brunt of the slump.
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UN calls for food aid from rich countries
January 29, 2009THE UN urged rich countries on Monday to stump up the aid that they pledged at a food crisis summit last year after riots had erupted in underdeveloped countries over soaring prices.
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UN greets Obamas actions on family planning
January 28, 2009New policy helps promote equality for women, girls UNITED NATIONS—After eight years of antagonistic relations between the world community and the far-right, ideologically driven family planning policies of the Bush administration, the U.S. is moving back...
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