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US says bin Laden sometimes slips into Afghanistan
1 hr 55 mins ago
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Al-Qaida leader Osama bin Laden may periodically slip back into Afghanistan from his remote hideout in neighboring Pakistan, a senior White House official says, adding a new twist to the mystery of the elusive terrorist's whereabouts.
Pakistan court starts hearing case against amnesty
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Pakistan's Supreme Court began hearing petitions Monday against an expired amnesty that had protected President Asif Ali Zardari and key allies from graft charges in a hearing that could lead to legal challenges to the U.S.-backed leader's rule.
Obama appeals for help amid tensions with Turkey
1 hr 55 mins ago
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President Barack Obama is looking for help in Afghanistan from Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan even as tensions simmer between the two NATO allies on Iran and the Middle East.
Philippine police clash with clan supporters
2 hrs 35 mins ago
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Gunmen loyal to a powerful clan accused in the Philippines' worst political massacre clashed with police in the first reported violence since a southern province came under martial law, officials said Monday.
Administration to slash bailout cost estimate
1 hr 53 mins ago
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The Obama administration plans to cut its estimate of the projected costs of the government bailout program by more than $200 billion and is looking at using part of the savings to fund new job creation efforts.
Police surround Tehran University to stop protests
1 hr 25 mins ago
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Thousands of riot police and Revolutionary Guard members armed with tear gas, batons and firearms were deployed Monday outside Tehran University to prevent student demonstrations backed by the opposition.
Charmed Saints are 12-0, top Redskins 33-30 in OT
1 hr 42 mins ago
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Drew Brees isn't sure about voodoo. Destiny and karma? His long NFL career has made him subscribe to both concepts, and the New Orleans Saints' wild undefeated season has only made him more of a believer.