Death Toll Rises As Anti-Government Protests Escalate In Thailand -- Times Online
At least eight people were killed and up to 121 injured during a day of violence between anti-government protesters and troops which drew months of stand-off in Bangkok closer to an endgame.
Three of the wounded were journalists, including a Canadian cameraman shot three times and “gravely” injured during running battles in the streets of the Thai capital.
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MIDDLE EAST
Diplomats say Iran expands enrichment facility.
Despite political uncertainties in Iraq, U.S. sticking with drawdown plan.
Iraq's New Qaeda "War Minister" vows attacks.
Obama, Medvedev discuss "progress" on Iran sanctions.
Russia to sell Syria warplanes, air defense systems.
ASIA
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Taliban find safe haven in Pakistan's Karachi.
Deadly clashes erupt in southern Kyrgyzstan.
Police uncover plot to kill Indonesia's president.
AFRICA
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Nigeria, China sign $23 bln refinery deal.
Niger threatened by food insecurity.
Somalia's powerful Hizbul Islam insurgent group splits.
Rumors of conspiracies rattle Madagascar.
Kenyan constitution opens new front in culture wars.
9-year-old stable after Libya plane crash.
EUROPE
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Spanish unions threaten general strike.
Greece hit by bomb blasts in two cities.
Turkish leader Erdogan begins Greek visit. Update: Greece, Turkey agree to step up bilateral contact.
Hungary president names Viktor Orban next PM.
Russian security services kill 3 members of group behind Moscow bombings.
AMERICAS
Mexican candidate killed in drug-plagued region.
BP hopes tube will siphon Gulf oil to tanker.
U.S. frets anti-drug cooperation with Mexico won't last.
Will this be final flight for space shuttle Atlantis? Maybe not.
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U.S. decision to approve killing of cleric causes unease.
NASA fuels space shuttle Atlantis for final voyage.
Holder balks at blaming 'radical Islam' for terror attempts.
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