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File - In this photo taken on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013, Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) rebels, who signed a peace agreement with the Philippine government in 1996, man a checkpoint at a remote village on the volatile island of Jolo, Sulu province in southern Philippines.
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 WorldNews.com 
Philippine Mis-Offensives?
Article by WN.com Correspondent Dallas Darling | mis-of-fen-sive, v-n. failure to reach or attain specific political or military aims and objectives through the use of diplomacy or armed aggression. |... (photo: AP / Nickee Butlangan)
A US Predator unmanned drone armed with a missile stands on the tarmac of Kandahar military airport as Afghan President Hamid Karzai spoke at a meeting with tribal leaders in Kandahar city, Afghanistan, Sunday June 13, 2010.
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 Al Jazeera 
FBI admits to using surveillance drones in US
The Federal Bureau of Investigation uses drones for surveillance over the US soil, but does so very rarely, the FBI director has told Senate Judiciary Committee. | Robert Mueller told the Senate ... (photo: AP / Massoud Hossaini, Pool)
 Coca-Cola, coke, softdrinks, beverages, production. tp1  The Hindu 
Top-level changes at Coca Cola
Coca Cola, on Wednesday, announced key changes in its organisational structure, including promoting India and West Asia CEO and President Atul Singh as Deputy President of the company’s Pacific ... (photo: WN/Theresa Poongan)

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With impact of climate change, green economic devt urgent  Sun Star 
With impact of climate change, green economic dev’t urgent
WITH the Philippines ranking third in the world as having the highest risk of vulnerability to climate change, the need to promote green economic development has become even more pronounced. | For Vol... (photo: WN / Marzena J.)

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An Boeing 747-400F of Emirates Airlines landing at Frankfurt Airport The Siasat Daily
Emirates voted ''world''s best airline''
Sydney, June 19: | UAE based Emirates airline, has been voted as the ''world''s best airline'' pushing last year''s winner Qatar to the second position and also winning t... (photo: Creative Commons / Wo st 01)
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Newly appointed National Cricket Academy director Dav Whatmore looks on before the start of the N K P Salve Challenger Trophy at the Motera Sardar Patel Gujarat Stadium, in Ahmadabad, India, Thursday, Oct. 25, 2007.The premier domestic limited overs cricket tournament, began Thursday with the spotlight on fringe players who get another chance to impress selectors before announcement of Indian squad for the home series against Pakistan. The Siasat Daily
Whatmore to review flop Pak players with World Cup 2015 in mind
Karachi, June 19: | Pakistan coach Dav Whatmore has said that national team will be reviewed keeping in mind the 2015 World Cup after their dismal performance in the ICC ... (photo: AP / Ajit Solanki)
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President Barack Obama leaves the White House in Washington Boston Herald
Obama: Friction in Afghan peace talks no surprise
BERLIN — President Barack Obama says it's no surprise that there's friction in early efforts to launch peace talks between the Taliban and Afghanistan's... (photo: AP / Manuel Balce Ceneta)
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Afghan President Hamid Karzai listens to speeches of a family member,unseen, of Afghan civilians who were killed Sunday by a US soldier in Panjwai in Kandahar province at the presidential palace in Kabul, Afghanistan, Friday, March 16, 2012. Afghan President Hamid Karzai lashed out at the United States on Friday, saying he is at the "the end of the rope" because of the lack of U.S. cooperation into a probe of a killing spree allegedly carried out by an American soldier. The Los Angeles Times
Afghan government exits security talks with U.S.
KABUL, Afghanistan -- Underscoring Afghan President Hamid Karzai’s reputation in Washington as a mercurial U.S. ally, the Karzai administration suspended security t... (photo: AP / Ahmad Jamshid)
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INDIA-WOMEN-CROSS-FLOODED-WATER-MIDNAPORE Newstrack India
483 people rescued from flooded areas in north India: NDRF
Tweet | New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) A total of 483 people were rescued by the NDRF from flood-affected areas caused by torrential rains in various places of north India, in... (photo: WN / Bhaskar Mallick)
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Singapore dollar - currency- finance - singapore economy - business                    Xinhua
Singapore stocks end 0.49 pct lower
SINGAPORE, June 19 (Xinhua) -- Singapore shares closed 0.49 percent lower on Wednesday, as investors waited for clarity on the Federal Reserve's next policy step. | Inves... (photo: WN / maryjane)
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Global warming - climate change - environment Swissinfo
Small global warming rise would have 'alarming' impact - World Bank
  | Reuters | June 19, 2013 - 10:18 | WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Much of Bangkok could flood within the next two decades if global warming stays on its current trajector... (photo: WN / Aruna Mirasdar)
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Philippine Peso -  Bank Notes  -  Money Xinhua
Philippine stocks close marginally down, focus on U.S. Fed meeting
MANILA, June 19 (Xinhua) -- The Philippine stock market closed marginally lower Wednesday as investors await the U.S. Federal Reserve's decision on Thursday. | The bellwe... (photo: WN / Trigedia)
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A US Predator unmanned drone armed with a missile stands on the tarmac of Kandahar military airport as Afghan President Hamid Karzai spoke at a meeting with tribal leaders in Kandahar city, Afghanistan, Sunday June 13, 2010. FBI admits to using surveillance drones in USAl Jazeera
 Coca-Cola, coke, softdrinks, beverages, production. tp1 Top-level changes at Coca ColaThe Hindu
With impact of climate change, green economic devt urgent With impact of climate change, green economic dev’t urgentSun Star
An Boeing 747-400F of Emirates Airlines landing at Frankfurt Airport Emirates voted ''world''s best airline''The Siasat Daily
North & Central Asia
President Barack Obama leaves the White House in Washington Obama: Friction in Afghan peace talks no surprise Boston Herald
Afghan President Hamid Karzai listens to speeches of a family member,unseen, of Afghan civilians who were killed Sunday by a US soldier in Panjwai in Kandahar province at the presidential palace in Kabul, Afghanistan, Friday, March 16, 2012. Afghan President Hamid Karzai lashed out at the United States on Friday, saying he is at the "the end of the rope" because of the lack of U.S. cooperation into a probe of a killing spree allegedly carried out by an American soldier. Afghan government exits security talks with U.S. The Los Angeles Times
U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Joseph Gravers with Fox Company, 2nd Battalion, 8th Marines (2/8), Regimental Combat Team 7, scans the area during Operation Nightmare in Nowzad, Afghanistan, June 6, 2013. Operation Nightmare was a clearing operation led by Afghan National Security Forces and supported by the Marines of 2/8. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Kowshon Ye/Released) Afghan Taliban claim they killed 4 US troops The Guardian
 About 7,000 Afghan and US-led troops have launched an offensive against the Taliban in central and eastern Afghan provinces -WN/Bero Amer Soldiers killed after Taliban move Belfast Telegraph
Far East
AC Milan forward Mario Balotelli celebrates after scoring during the Serie A soccer match between Genoa and AC Milan at the Ferraris stadium in Genoa, Italy, Friday, March 8, 2013. Manchester City face Balotelli reunion Belfast Telegraph
Liu Yunshan, China's Communist Party head of propaganda department attends the closing session of the annual National People's Congress held in Beijing's Great Hall of the People, China, Wednesday, March 14, 2012. CPC campaign eyes "big improvement" of officials' work styles CNTV
President Barack Obama speaks about the economy and the deficit Obama refuses to specify U.S. support for Syrian rebels CNTV
Palestinian boys take part in a military-style summer camp being held by the Islamic Jihad movement during the youngsters' summer school vacation in Rafah town, in the southern Gaza Strip, on June 12, 2013. Thousands of youngsters between the age of six and 16, can participate in the summer camp where they receive military as well as religious training. Photo by Ahmed Deeb / WN Rockets fired from Gaza Strip toward southern Israel CNTV
Middle East
Angelina Jolie Jolie calls for more aid to Syrian refugees Middle East Online
President Barack Obama speaks about the economy and the deficit Obama refuses to specify U.S. support for Syrian rebels CNTV
Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair smiles as he delivers a speech during a meeting of the Competitive Brazil Movement, MBC, in Brasilia, Brazil, Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2012. Palestinians should have a state as a right: Blair The Siasat Daily
Antonio Guterres, UN High Commissioner for Refugees addresses during the press conference of the Launch of the Regional Response Plan for Syrian Refugees and Syria Humanitarian Assistance Response Plan, Geneva. Friday 7 June 2013. Photo by Violaine Martin UN says 45.2 million refugees and displaced people Philadelphia Daily News
South Asia
INDIA-WOMEN-CROSS-FLOODED-WATER-MIDNAPORE 483 people rescued from flooded areas in north India: NDRF Newstrack India
INDIA-VILLAGE-GIRL-FLOOD-WATER India monsoon floods kill 120, say officials The Australian
Indian Army conduct a rescue operation after flash floods at  Leh, east of Srinagar August 10, 2010. More than 300 foreign tourists are stranded in India's Himalayan region of Ladakh, three days after flash floods killed at least 150 people and ravaged the main town of Leh, officials said on Monday. Floods triggered by unexpected heavy rains destroyed houses, uprooted telephone towers and deposited boulders and mud up to 15 feet high (4 meters) on highways and destroyed all communication networks, authorities and witnesses said North India floods: Army leads rescue operations BBC News
Business & Industry Economy & Finance
- Economic issues likely to dominate Kerry’s visit to India
- Senate launches inquiry into ASIC
- MCMC offers free money to small businesses, few takers
- Economic issues likely to dominate Kerry's visit to Indi
- Google brings Android Nation store to India to spice up its
- China's manufacturing activity at 9-month low: HSBC
A US Predator unmanned drone armed with a missile stands on the tarmac of Kandahar military airport as Afghan President Hamid Karzai spoke at a meeting with tribal leaders in Kandahar city, Afghanistan, Sunday June 13, 2010.
FBI admits to using surveillance drones in US
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- China jails 19 Uighurs for religious extremism
- Support For Timor-Leste’s Bid For Asean Membership
- US Fed weighs slowing down bond-buying
- China Money Rate Jumps to Record as PBOC Holds Off on Cash B
- Intrepid Mines board survives ouster vote over lost Indonesi
- NZ seeks all-of-government banking proposals
With impact of climate change, green economic devt urgent
With impact of climate change, green economic dev’t urgent
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- Taliban office not named 'Islamic Emirate', says Qat
- Myanmar Must Tackle Discrimination Against Minorities
- Strengthening of human rights protection mechanisms urged
- Senior N.Korean officials 'encouraged to read Hitler'
- Japanese Women at Work? Traditionalists Say No
- China is keeping Tibetans under tight surveillance (Video)
File - In this photo taken on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013, Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) rebels, who signed a peace agreement with the Philippine government in 1996, man a checkpoint at a remote village on the volatile island of Jolo, Sulu province in southern Philippines.
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- Why India Trails China
- World food production report has serious implications for Au
- Four American troops killed in Afghanistan before Taliban pe
- Is the FAO award another controversy?
- Especially grim year for encephalitis feared in northern Ind
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- NZ seeks all-of-government banking proposals
- Amisfield Winery & Bistro Best Winery Restaurant in NZ
- Tourism NZ -100% Pure New Zealand - new press releases
- Rocket's Lazada gets $100 mln in bid to be Southeast Asi
- Dimension Data Scoops 28 Awards at Cisco Partner Summit 2013
- Hackers 'Access Top Secret N.Korean Missile Technology&#
Samsung Galaxy S3 - smartphones - new technology
Samsung to launch faster Galaxy S4 smartphone
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- US State Department: Daily Press Briefing - June 19, 2013
- Hardline groups still active, recruiting
- NZ regulators starts money laundering monitoring this month
- US spying foiled attack in India during CWG?
- US says 50 plots busted by snooping including in India
- Afghan government to shun U.S. talks with Taliban
A simulated Taliban fighter.
Taliban move toward peace talks
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- China jails 19 Uighurs for religious extremism
- Senate launches inquiry into ASIC
- South Korea star Park Ji-Sung dating TV host
- MCMC offers free money to small businesses, few takers
- Senior N.Korean officials 'encouraged to read Hitler'
- China is keeping Tibetans under tight surveillance (Video)
Global warming - climate change - environment
Small global warming rise would have 'alarming' impact - World Bank
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- Italy overhaul Japan to reach Confederation Cup semis
- Hyderabad Cricket Association secretary named India's ma
- Team to face Australia in first Test - Alex Corbisiero is a
- Italy Bests Japan at Confederations Cup
- Warriors chasing English prospect - reports
- Lions name team for first Test against Australia in Brisbane
Newly appointed National Cricket Academy director Dav Whatmore looks on before the start of the N K P Salve Challenger Trophy at the Motera Sardar Patel Gujarat Stadium, in Ahmadabad, India, Thursday, Oct. 25, 2007.The premier domestic limited overs cricket tournament, began Thursday with the spotlight on fringe players who get another chance to impress selectors before announcement of Indian squad for the home series against Pakistan.
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