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Afghanistan Reverses Decision, Orders NYT Reporter To Leave In 24 Hours

Aug 21, 2014 09:59 AM EDT

The Afghan government has ordered a New York Times reporter to leave within 24 hours for refusing to cite sources in his article. The decision came a day after it banned the journalist from leaving.

Islamic State Releases Video Of Yazidis’ Conversion To Islam

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Aug 21, 2014 09:32 AM EDT

The Islamic State released a video that shows Yazidis converting to Islam shortly after posting the video of American journalist James Foley's beheading.

U.S. Tried And Failed To Save American Journalist James Foley

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Aug 21, 2014 09:30 AM EDT

United States officials revealed on Wednesday that they sent a team to recover American journalist James Foley and other hostages from the Islamic militants but failed in that mission.

Chinese Police Arrests 1,000 Members Of A Dangerous Cult

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Aug 20, 2014 01:55 PM EDT

Chinese police arrested more than 1,000 people believed to be members of a dangerous religious cult, state-run Xinhua reported. Of those arrested, 100 were believed to be the core members of the group.

Philippine Marines Gesturing at a Chinese Vessel

China Rejects Philippine’s Complaint On Disputed Sea

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Aug 20, 2014 08:46 AM EDT

China rejected the Philippines' complaints on Wednesday against Chinese survey ships operating within Philippine territory. As if to put more strain on the tension, it made another complaint against the Philippines' detention of Chinese workers.

Ukrainian And Russian Leaders’ Meeting Hints On A Peace Process

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Aug 20, 2014 05:32 AM EDT

After several failed efforts to begin a peaceful settlement to end the conflict, Ukraine and Russia will try again in the upcoming meeting of their presidents, reports said a day after the refugee convoy attack.

Dozens Of Ukrainian Refugees Killed In Separatist Attack

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Aug 19, 2014 11:14 AM EDT

Ukrainian separatists attacked a convoy of refugees escaping their war-torn homes, killing dozens of Ukrainians, reports said on Monday.

Pope Francis Addresses World Affairs, Says He Would Visit China Tomorrow If Invited

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Aug 19, 2014 11:08 AM EDT

Pope Francis talked to journalists about world affairs and his health while aboard the flight from South Korea to Italy on Monday. A notable statement he made was that he would visit China tomorrow, if the Chinese government invited him.

China's Military Competence Affected by Corruption

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Aug 19, 2014 10:56 AM EDT

With the apparent corruption in People's Liberation Army, Chinese military officials, experts, and state media doubt the country's ability to engage in a war, citing tensions on disputed waters between China and other Asian countries.

U.S. Cape Ray Neutralizes Syria’s Most Dangerous Chemical Weapon Components

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Aug 19, 2014 08:37 AM EDT

U.S. ship Cape Ray finally finished neutralizing 600 metric tons of chemical components from Syria, averting threatened airstrikes on Syria, the Pentagon reported on Monday.

India Cancels Talks With Pakistan For Meeting Kashmiri Separatists

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Aug 19, 2014 02:20 AM EDT

Indian foreign secretary Sujatha Singh cancelled its meeting with her Pakistani counterpart, reprimanding High Commissioner Abdul Basit for meeting with Kashmiri separatist leaders, reports said on Monday.

Chinese Catholics Cheer Pope's Visit Despite News Blackout

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Aug 18, 2014 12:12 PM EDT

Chinese Catholics cheered Pope Francis's visit in his South Korea last week, albeit news blackout by the Chinese government.

WikiLeaks Founder Julian Assange To Leave Ecuador Embassy Soon

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Aug 18, 2014 12:09 PM EDT

Julian Assange implied that he would be leaving soon after taking refuge in the Ecuador Embassy for two years. He denied that his possible departure is caused by health problems.

South Korea, U.S. Launch Military Exercise To Defend Against North Korea

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Aug 18, 2014 09:38 AM EDT

The United States and South Korea's joint military exercise called the Ulchi Freedom Guardian (UFG) kicked off on Monday, despite opposition from North Korea.

Doctors Without Borders Opens Biggest Ebola Treatment Center In Liberia

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Aug 18, 2014 08:04 AM EDT

The Doctors Without Borders treatment facility opened its doors to Ebola patients in Paynesville near Monrovia on Sunday. President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf said that this development will help ease the demand for space.

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