Tunisian court finds broadcaster guilty in showing God’s image
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TV magnate Nabil Karoui was convicted of blasphemy and “disturbing public order” by broadcasting the animated “Persepolis,” which contains a fleeting image of God.
Shokri Ghanem, former Libyan prime minister and oil chief, dies at 69
Shokri Ghanem, the former Libyan prime minister and oil chief, was found dead April 29 in Vienna.
At least 1 killed in grenade blast at Nairobi church
Sunday’s grenade was the latest in a series of such attacks since Kenya sent troops to fight an al-Qaeda-linked militia in neighboring Somalia.
Charles Taylor guilty of war crimes
U.N. court in The Hague convicted the U.S.-educated leader for his role in Sierra Leone’s war.
South Sudan’s president visits China
Trip during turmoil comes at a time “we need friends,” aide says, highlighting Asian nation’s role.
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