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Myanmar opens probe into Muslim killings
Ten Muslims were killed by a mob angered at the rape and murder of a local woman allegedly by three Muslim men.
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Denmark passes bill allowing gays to marry in church
Bill passed with 85 votes in favour, 24 opposed, with two abstaining and the rest of the 179-seat house absent.
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US drone attacks in Pakistan: UN backs probe into civilian casualties
I see indiscriminate killings, injuries of civilians in any circumstance as human rights violations, says Navi Pillay.
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Al Qaeda still a threat, spreading geographically: Clinton
Core of al Qaeda that carried out 9/11 attacks may be on the path to defeat, says US Secretary of State.
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Akmal guides Pakistan to six wicket win over Sri Lanka in first ODI
The rain hit match was reduced to 42 overs a side. Akmal hit 36 runs to guide Pakistan home.
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Watchdog to seek elusive deal to access Iran nuclear sites
The West and Israel suspect Iran is trying to develop a bomb behind the veil of its nuclear programme, Tehran denies.
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Karzai condemns NATO air strike on civilians
Attacks by NATO causing life and property losses to civilians can not be justified, says Karzai.
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India 'lynchpin' for US strategy in Asia: Panetta
'The relationship can and should become more strategic, practical, and collaborative,' says Panetta.
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UN Council urged to visit Palestinian territories
Palestinian leaders first made the call for a UN visit in February, but the 15-member council has not answered.
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100 killed in new Syria regime 'massacre'
At least 108 people killed in a two-day massacre on May 25 near the central town of Houla.









