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Islamic fighters vow to rescue hijacked tanker
Somali militants plan to rescue a Saudi supertanker that was hijacked by pirates a week ago, according to residents of a town where the pirates are believed to be based. Five armored vehicles loaded with fighters have arrived near where pirates are holding the massive oil tanker Sirius Star.
Carter, Annan unable to visit to Zimbabwe
A group including former U.N. chief Kofi Annan and former U.S. President Carter postponed a visit to Zimbabwe meant to highlight the country's humanitarian crisis after the government refused to cooperate, Annan said.
Ex-police commander kills himself on TV
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Obama promises Afghanistan more aid
President-elect Barack Obama has given Afghan President Hamid Karzai assurances that the United States would send more aid and pay more attention to his war-torn country during his administration, according to Karzai's office.
Pakistani president offers India nuclear promise
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APEC leaders endorse halt to protectionism
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Caribbean leaders join forces on downturn
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MTV hosts its first African music awards
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Big earthquake strikes off Indonesia
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Chavez faces test in Sunday elections
Nearly 17 million Venezuelans are eligible to vote Sunday in about 600 races for governors, mayors and legislators. But President Hugo Chavez has made it clear the election is really all about one person not on any ballot -- himself.
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