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Supermarket chain’s ad spoof on Dubai hit set to go viral

Mar 11th, 2010


New ad parodies surveillance footage of the Mahmoud al-Mabhouh killing in Dubai, with the tag line “We offer killer prices.”



Soldiers object to requirement for admission to Rhianna show

Mar 11th, 2010


Tickets for R&B sensation at Bloomfield Stadium available only for those willing to volunteer in a community project.



HRW: Press Syria on human rights

Mar 11th, 2010


Human rights group urges West to probe detention of pro-democracy activists.



Opponents File Challenges as Maliki Is Said to Hold Early Edge in Iraq Vote

Mar 11th, 2010

Protests by opponents of the prime minister appeared to delay the announcement of the preliminary results and could undermine public
acceptance of the outcome.




Biden Appeals to Restart Peace Talks

Mar 11th, 2010

Vice President Joseph R. Biden Jr. called for no delay in resuming peace talks, after Palestinians said Israel must cancel a settlement project before negotiations can begin.




Maliki wins two provinces in early Iraq voting results

Mar 11th, 2010

BAGHDAD — Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki’s slate won the majority of votes in two southern provinces during Sunday’s parliamentary election , Iraqi officials announced Thursday.




Israel’s Challenge to the U.S.

Mar 11th, 2010

The Israeli government tests the Obama administration’s policy of restraint.




2 solders indicted for Cast Lead actions

Mar 11th, 2010


Staff sergeants allegedly forced Gaza kids to open possibly dangerous bags.