North Korean official, sent by Kim Jong Un, visits China for talks
(Jon Chol Jin / AP)
A top aide to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un arrives in Beijing after weeks of escalating tension.
Infrastructure failings clip the wings of Indonesian airport
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Afghan peace process stalled by larger fears
As the Taliban steps up attacks, the prospects for negotiated settlement to the conflict appear dim.
Activists bristle as India cracks down on foreign funding of NGOs
Government bars groups that oppose nuclear energy, human rights abuses from accepting overseas donations.
Without U.S. air support, Afghans struggle to save their wounded
More lives are at risk as the U.S. helicopters that the Afghan army has relied on to transport its injured leave.
Pakistan army chief meets incoming prime minister in ‘good omen’
Gen. Ashfaq Kayani, head of Pakistan’s powerful army, holds significant sway over civilian affairs.
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- Pakistan arrested American 3 years before he was killed in US drone strike
- Awaiting meeting with Chinese leader, North Korea envoy honors ally's wish for renewed talks
- Car bomb kills 11 police, 1 civilian in Pakistan
Africa
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Middle East
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The Americas
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