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African immigrants targeted in Libya end game
September 12, 2011Reports have surfaced about Libya rebel forces targeting dark skinned people for violent repression including rape and murder.
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Justice Department cites abuses by police in Puerto Rico
September 12, 2011A new U.S. Department of Justice report sharply criticizes the Puerto Rican Police Department for brutality, racism, corruption and violations of constitutional rights.
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New Nepal PM faces daunting peace task
September 8, 2011Nepal elected Maoist Baburam Bhattarai Prime Minister following the brief administration Jhalanath Khanal, who resigned after failing to advance a peace process and new constitution.
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With walruses on thin ice, Shell pursues Arctic drilling
September 2, 2011As global warming threatens the wellbeing of Alaskan walruses, the government has exacerbated the issue.
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Trans-Pacific Trade Pact called new NAFTA
September 2, 2011Warning of a new "NAFTA for the Pacific Rim," labor is demanding a new deal being negotiated for the Pacific region include protections for workers rights, health care and the environment.
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