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France bombs Mali, complicates mess long in making
January 17, 2013French military units, including aviation and infantry, have attacked Islamist rebels in Mali since last week.
Read moreDiplomats to gather, address mercury pollution
January 15, 2013Mercury pollution, caused by coal-fired power plants, is a growing worldwide problem.
Read moreCuban foreign travel eases, U.S. is stymied
January 14, 2013New Cuban regulations taking effect on January 14 allow for hassle-free foreign departures and easy return for travelers.
Read moreEvo Morales remains popular despite corruption charges
January 14, 2013Socialist-oriented projects, aimed at shoring up national independence and protecting indigenous rights, were on track. Yet the specter of governmental corruption had materialized.
Read moreDebate heats up over U.S. troop levels in Afghanistan
January 10, 2013Debate is intensifying about the numbers of U.S. troops to remain in Afghanistan after the projected withdrawal of most by the end of 2014.
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