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Once revered, Egypt’s cats now routinely abused

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July 21, 2009
Once revered, Egypt’s cats now routinely abused

In ancient times in Egypt, cats were revered -- often mummified and buried in their own cemeteries. But nowadays, those once cherished animals are routinely abused.

Surrounded by war, Congolese women find beauty

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April 20, 2009
Surrounded by war, Congolese women find beauty

The fighting in the Democratic Republic of Congo has lasted for more than a decade and killed more than 5 million people. Some Congolese women living under the most adverse conditions are still struggling to preserve something precious to them -- their beauty.

U.S. needs to broker peace in the Middle East

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January 16, 2009
U.S. needs to broker peace in the Middle East

Charles Sennott, the executive editor of international news Web site GlobalPost, discusses the need for Middle East coverage that is more conscious of history and ways for the U.S. to engage with the Middle East.

South Africa treats Tuberculosis patients at home

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November 25, 2008
South Africa treats Tuberculosis patients at home

As rates of tuberculosis rise, countries must weigh the civil liberties of patients infected with the airborne disease against the greater public's health interests.

Violent Thai protests shut down airport

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November 25, 2008
Violent Thai protests shut down airport

Patrick Winn of GlobalPost discusses the battle between supporters and opponents of Prime Minister Somchai Wongsawat's pro-Western government.

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