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The voice of SIRI
Published on 12/10/2013
» Here's a story that originated in English and was translated into Thai for Post Today and then translated back to English. So, if the English seems a bit awkward, that's why.
Kidnapped PM slams 'coup' bid in lawless Libya
AFP, Published on 12/10/2013
» Prime Minister Ali Zeidan said Friday his hours-long kidnapping was a coup attempt, as a car bombing outside Sweden's consulate in second city Benghazi underlined Libya's increasing lawlessness.
Tragedy brings hope for Italy immigrant rights
AFP, Published on 12/10/2013
» In the wake of last week's shipwreck tragedy in Italy, refugee and immigrant rights advocates are hoping for a change of heart in a country that is struggling to accept a new multi-cultural identity.
US says captured top Pakistani Taliban leader
AFP, Published on 12/10/2013
» American troops have captured a senior leader of the Pakistani Taliban, a US official said Friday, in what could prove a major blow to the group amid moves to boost peace efforts in Afghanistan.
Germany, Belgium reach World Cup
AFP, Published on 12/10/2013
» Three-time champions Germany, Belgium and Switzerland reached the World Cup finals on Friday as England, Russia and Bosnia-Herzegovina edged closer to Brazil.
Chinese singer's son appeals rape conviction: Xinhua
AFP, Published on 12/10/2013
» A court in China's capital will hear appeals by two defendants -- including the son of a famous military singer -- given prison terms for rape, state media reported Friday.
Swimming star Ye claims gold, Jiao bronze
AFP, Published on 12/10/2013
» Double Olympic Champion Ye Shiwen claimed gold in the 200m individual medley at the East Asian Games Friday, as China continued to power ahead in the medals table.
Dozens dead in new migrant boat tragedy off Lampedusa
AFP, Published on 12/10/2013
» Dozens of migrants, including children, died on Friday when their boat sank off Malta near the Italian island of Lampedusa, officials said just over a week after a similar tragedy killed more than 300 refugees.
G20 seeks 'urgent action' from US on budget impasse
AFP, Published on 12/10/2013
» Finance chiefs of the G20 on Friday called for Washington to quickly resolve the political paralysis over its budget and debt ceiling.
Trio share lead in Portugal
AFP, Published on 12/10/2013
» English duo Paul Waring and David Lynn shared a second round lead with South African Hennie Otto at the Portugal Masters in Vilamoura on Friday.