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Expanding women's education, healthcare integral for stable, prosperous societies: Clinton
Clinton cites local outrage over attack on Malala as evidence of change where social media empowered activists.
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UN decries hike in death penalty use in Mideast, Asia
Particular concern about the soaring execution rate in Iraq. While US has executed five people so far this year.
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India-France fighter jet deal hits problems: Report
The snag could further delay the conclusion of the deal, which has been under negotiation for more than a year.
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Wasim Akram says Pakistanis need to improve swing
Wasim says that Irfan, the world's tallest bowler, has to work hard on his fitness.
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N Korea gives evacuation warning to foreign missions
Similar letters have been sent to several European embassies, including Britain and Russia.
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15 Afghans die in fiery Iran crash: Reports
A pickup truck smuggling fuel crashed into a car carrying 15 illegal immigrants in south-eastern Iran.
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Malala to fund Swat school project with Angelina Jolie
$45,000 grant raised with Jolie's help would send 40 girls to school in Swat.
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Buddhist, Muslim refugees clash in Indonesia, 8 dead
Rohingya Muslims launch attack at the immigration centre on Sumatra island.
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N Korea missile movements fuel tensions
North Korea moves a second mid-range missile to its east coast, fueling fears of imminent firing.
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New Zealand troops begin withdrawal from Afghanistan
Putting an end to 10-year involvement in the war.









