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Trinidad & Tobago engulfed in political turmoil
January 3, 2013The oil-rich island nation of Trinidad and Tobago has become engulfed in political turmoil, in part a result of the breakup of the country's ruling coalition.
Read moreThousands take to streets to mourn Delhi gang-rape victim
January 3, 2013Thousands poured onto the streets of India over the weekend to mourn the death of a pre-medical student who was subjected to a brutal gang rape.
Read moreAfter four decades, Victor Jara’s killers charged
January 3, 2013Eight former army lieutenants have been charged in the killing of communist singer and songwriter Victor Jara in 1973.
Read moreSupport urged for trade unionist on hunger strike in Iran
December 28, 2012A trade unionist imprisoned by the Iranian authorities is now into his second week of hunger strike to protest against mistreatment by prison officials.
Read moreAlan Gross and the Cuban Five: Why not exchange holiday gifts?
December 21, 2012Although the U.S. government has been saying "no exchange," Mr. and Mrs. Gross are not, because it is not in their interests to shut off that possibility.
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