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Costa Concordia wreck: What we know a week laterMany details have emerged about what happened before and after the Costa Concordia ran aground on Jan. 13, but it's still unclear what the captain was doing much of that time.- New Apple report shows efforts to avoid conflict minerals in supply chainApple traced four conflict minerals, but could become industry leader by creating a conflict-free certification process, reports guest blogger Sasha Lezhnev.
'A Separation' probes Iranians' conflicted love for their country, says directorUsing a failing marriage as a metaphor, the acclaimed film 'A Separation' juxtaposes Iranians' great love for their country with growing despair that they may be forced to leave it in search of a better life.
US files charges against Megaupload in 'largest copyright case'US prosecutors say that the video-sharing site Megaupload.com cost the US entertainment industry $500 million. Online activists worry the US case could stifle Internet freedoms around the world.
In Jerusalem, national parks seen by Palestinians as a land grabSeven existing and planned parks in sensitive East Jerusalem, chosen in part for their archaeological significance, would expand areas of Jewish control where Palestinians envision a future capital.
Bangladesh Army says it foiled a coup via FacebookIntelligence sources say the Bangladesh coup attempt last month was fueled by retired officers campaigning to introduce sharia law. The news raises concern about political instability in the region.
Greece, private investors struggle to agree on high-stake debt dealThe Greek government and private investors are locked in negotiations over how much Greek debt private investors will write off.聽
Iraq's Maliki accused of jailing, torturing opponentsIraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki was accused by former prime minister and rival Ayad Allawi of using the security services to torture members of opposition groups into giving false confessions.
North Korea says Kim Jong-il's son spearheaded past nuke testingNorth Korea's claim on Friday adds to a growing portrayal of late leader Kim Jong-il's son as a confident military commander.
Costa Concordia owners deny knowing about captain's near-shore salutesA Costa Concordia executive distanced the company from the practice of near-shore salutes. Costa has suspended Capt. Schettino and declared itself an injured party in the tragic cruise ship sinking.
'Young Detroit' founder tells stories of hope and progressEntrepreneur Margarita Barry founded the blog 'I Am Young Detroit' to highlight small innovative businesses popping up in a city still facing stiff challenges.
Cuban 'revolution': 'If I work hard, I'll make more money'Just as Iran's President Ahmadinejad visited Havana and dismissed capitalism as in decay, Cubans are warming to an increasingly free market on the island.聽- ICC treads carefully ahead of ruling Monday on Kenyan violence suspectsThe International Criminal Court will announce Monday who among six prominent Kenyans will face trial for crimes of humanity in post-election violence in 2008. Will Kenyans support decision?
- Make way for cyclists in Tel AvivThe 'Amsterdam of the Middle East,' Tel Aviv has miles of urban cycling paths and a new bike-share program.
How France's threat to pull out of Afghanistan could impact NATOIn a tough day for NATO troops in Afghanistan, a man in an Afghan military uniform kills four French troops and a helicopter accident costs other NATO troops' lives.聽- Is Brazil about to experience a second golden age of immigration?New immigration policies in Brazil might soon open the door to fast-track visas for skilled workers. My own experience indicates just how badly reform is needed.
China's New Year: there be dragons, but not enough train ticketsThis weekend, hundreds of millions of Chinese will return to hometowns to celebrate the Chinese New Year of the Dragon. But the annual pilgrimage is marked by the annual struggle at the train station.
Top Canadian freestyle skier Sarah Burke dies from injuries after accidentAhead of the 2014 Olympic games,聽Canadian freestyle skier聽Sarah聽Burke died on Thursday聽from injuries sustained in a training accident in Utah last week, a family spokeswoman said.
Porters are unheralded heroes of Africa's Mt. KilimanjaroFor every foreigner who climbs Africa's Mt. Kilimanjaro, at least three Tanzanians swarm up the volcanic slope as porters, carrying 50-pound bags on their heads. Their one complaint: low pay.聽