Voice of America: 2 Killed in Afghanistan Suicide Bomb Attack

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2 Killed in Afghanistan Suicide Bomb Attack Nov 23rd 2012, 15:32 Afghan officials say a suicide car bomber has attacked government offices in eastern Afghanistan, killing two people and wounding at least 70, including several NATO service members.  Authorities say the Friday morning blast took place in Maidan Shar, the capital of restive Wardak province. An ISAF spokesman said the explosion took place near the Wardak provincial governor's compound and that several coalition service members received minor injuries. "So we can confirm that ... Media files: D225059F-83A6-4449-896D-8F89826CC628_cx0_cy11_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Ghana Voters Weigh Options Ahead of National Polls

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Ghana Voters Weigh Options Ahead of National Polls Nov 23rd 2012, 15:43 Voters in Ghana – one of Africa's most politically stable governments – will go to the polls in December to elect a president and members of parliament. Historically, Ghanaians have voted along party lines or on a politician's charisma, but that is starting to change. In the second of a five-part series on Ghana's general elections, Joana Mantey reports that voters are beginning to focus more on policies and issues, although some are skeptical about politicians' ability to deliver on their ... Media files: 54E1B3D3-A64E-467D-A494-E1AA5C0DE347_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Police Raids Alienate Kenya's Largest Ethnic Minority

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Police Raids Alienate Kenya's Largest Ethnic Minority Nov 23rd 2012, 15:48 NAIROBI—Frequent grenade and bomb attacks have plagued Kenya ever since it invaded Somalia in October of last year. The government blames al-Shabab for the insecurity, and Kenyan police have responded by conducting regular sweeps of Nairobi's predominantly ethnic-Somali suburb of Eastleigh, searching for supporters of the Islamist group.  Clashes between Somali and Kenyan youth erupted in Eastleigh earlier this week, shortly after a bomb ripped through a minibus on Sunday, killing ... Media files: CFB99E0E-C67C-4984-974C-D4B5DDF451CE_cx0_cy18_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: 2 Killed in Afghanistan Suicide Bomb Attack

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2 Killed in Afghanistan Suicide Bomb Attack Nov 23rd 2012, 15:32 Afghan officials say a suicide car bomber has attacked government offices in eastern Afghanistan, killing two people and wounding at least 70, including several NATO service members.  Authorities say the Friday morning blast took place in Maidan Shar, the capital of restive Wardak province. An ISAF spokesman said the explosion took place near the Wardak provincial governor's compound and that several coalition service members received minor injuries. "So we can confirm that ... Media files: D225059F-83A6-4449-896D-8F89826CC628_cx0_cy11_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Thai PM Announces Emergency Powers Ahead of Protest

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Thai PM Announces Emergency Powers Ahead of Protest Nov 23rd 2012, 14:47 The Thai Government has announced emergency powers ahead of a major anti-government protest rally in Bangkok on Saturday. The government fears violence could erupt at the protest, which police estimate could reach more than 70,000 people, the largest since 2010. In a nationally televised address late Thursday Thai Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra said the cabinet decision to impose the Internal Security Act or ISA against the anti-government rally is prompted by fears of violence at the ... Media files: 5A52FD13-C098-42CB-90C0-D0EDEA5C7D2A_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Young Zimbabweans Demand Input in HIV Policies

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Young Zimbabweans Demand Input in HIV Policies Nov 23rd 2012, 15:04 Young people in Zimbabwe, a country with one of the world's highest rates of HIV and AIDS, have told their government officials that the country can only meet its 2015 goal of a zero HIV infection rate if they are involved in policy making.    Young Zimbabweans applaud themselves after presenting their demands to their government this week at a special strategy meeting on combating HIV/ AIDS.  About 100 youth representatives attended the meeting and argued their input will be ... Media files: 157705AC-C37D-44F5-81F7-EAFA46D54569_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Ivorians Split on Former First Lady's Extradition

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Ivorians Split on Former First Lady's Extradition Nov 23rd 2012, 14:57 The International Criminal Court has unsealed an arrest warrant for former Ivory Coast First Lady Simone Gbagbo for alleged crimes against humanity during post-election violence.  However, it's unclear whether the Ouattara government will extradite her to the Hague, and Ivorians are divided on whether she should instead be tried home. Ivorian prosecutors were already preparing a case against Mrs. Gbagbo before the ICC indictment was made public Thursday. A spokesman for the ... Media files: 48791DBD-C6F4-4AE2-8134-4292F3FCE520_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Police Raids Alienate Kenya's Largest Ethnic Minority

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Police Raids Alienate Kenya's Largest Ethnic Minority Nov 23rd 2012, 15:48 NAIROBI—Frequent grenade and bomb attacks have plagued Kenya ever since it invaded Somalia in October of last year. The government blames al-Shabab for the insecurity, and Kenyan police have responded by conducting regular sweeps of Nairobi's predominantly ethnic-Somali suburb of Eastleigh, searching for supporters of the Islamist group.  Clashes between Somali and Kenyan youth erupted in Eastleigh earlier this week, shortly after a bomb ripped through a minibus on Sunday, killing ... Media files: CFB99E0E-C67C-4984-974C-D4B5DDF451CE_cx0_cy18_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Ivorians Split on Former First Lady's Extradition

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Ivorians Split on Former First Lady's Extradition Nov 23rd 2012, 14:57 The International Criminal Court has unsealed an arrest warrant for former Ivory Coast First Lady Simone Gbagbo for alleged crimes against humanity during post-election violence.  However, it's unclear whether the Ouattara government will extradite her to the Hague, and Ivorians are divided on whether she should instead be tried home. Ivorian prosecutors were already preparing a case against Mrs. Gbagbo before the ICC indictment was made public Thursday. A spokesman for the ... Media files: 48791DBD-C6F4-4AE2-8134-4292F3FCE520_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Morsi Says He Does Not Want Sole Control of Egypt

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Morsi Says He Does Not Want Sole Control of Egypt Nov 23rd 2012, 15:18 Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi says he wants to move Egypt forward as a stable and safe nation, and says he does not want sole control of the country. He made the remarks in a speech Friday in Cairo, as supporters and anti-government protesters rallied in different parts of the city. Morsi said he was not behind the dissolving of the lawmaking body, and he vowed to continue the nation's work on a new constitution. He said Egypt is on a path to freedom and democracy. His remarks come a ... Media files: B9485EA5-74F4-4F9B-AB07-430ECE81D133_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Ghana Political Parties Vie for Power in December Polls

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Ghana Political Parties Vie for Power in December Polls Nov 23rd 2012, 15:01 As voters in Ghana prepare to elect a president and parliament in December, the rival political parties are busy canvassing for votes. Most feel political tension is not especially high. George Lawson, the deputy general secretary of the ruling National Democratic Congress, or NDC party. "If you would recall,  in 2008 by now the atmosphere was really tense," he said. "[Now] people are going about their duties normally". However, things do not seem normal within Lawson's ...

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Voice of America: Ghana Politicians Using Social Media to Reach Out to Voters

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Ghana Politicians Using Social Media to Reach Out to Voters Nov 23rd 2012, 15:28 Only an estimated four percent of the people in Ghana use the internet. But the sector has immense potential for growth and tremendous mass appeal, especially among young people in urban areas. The non-profit organization Blogging Ghana is using internet-based technology to raise awareness among young people about general elections on December 7. The effort is being funded in part by Star Ghana, another non-profit working to increase civil society's involvement in the government Program ...

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Voice of America: Thai PM Announces Emergency Powers Ahead of Protest

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Thai PM Announces Emergency Powers Ahead of Protest Nov 23rd 2012, 14:47 The Thai Government has announced emergency powers ahead of a major anti-government protest rally in Bangkok on Saturday. The government fears violence could erupt at the protest, which police estimate could reach more than 70,000 people, the largest since 2010. In a nationally televised address late Thursday Thai Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra said the cabinet decision to impose the Internal Security Act or ISA against the anti-government rally is prompted by fears of violence at the ... Media files: 5A52FD13-C098-42CB-90C0-D0EDEA5C7D2A_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: 2 Killed in Afghanistan Suicide Bomb Attack

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2 Killed in Afghanistan Suicide Bomb Attack Nov 23rd 2012, 15:32 Afghan officials say a suicide car bomber has attacked government offices in eastern Afghanistan, killing two people and wounding at least 70, including several NATO service members.  Authorities say the Friday morning blast took place in Maidan Shar, the capital of restive Wardak province. An ISAF spokesman said the explosion took place near the Wardak provincial governor's compound and that several coalition service members received minor injuries. "So we can confirm that ... Media files: D225059F-83A6-4449-896D-8F89826CC628_cx0_cy11_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Ivorians Split on Former First Lady's Extradition

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Ivorians Split on Former First Lady's Extradition Nov 23rd 2012, 14:57 The International Criminal Court has unsealed an arrest warrant for former Ivory Coast First Lady Simone Gbagbo for alleged crimes against humanity during post-election violence.  However, it's unclear whether the Ouattara government will extradite her to the Hague, and Ivorians are divided on whether she should instead be tried home. Ivorian prosecutors were already preparing a case against Mrs. Gbagbo before the ICC indictment was made public Thursday. A spokesman for the ... Media files: 48791DBD-C6F4-4AE2-8134-4292F3FCE520_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Mozambique Government to Talk with Renamo Rebels

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Mozambique Government to Talk with Renamo Rebels Nov 23rd 2012, 14:49 Mozambique's government has agreed to talks demanded by former rebel group - turned opposition party Renamo.  This comes after Renamo's leader, Afonso Dhlakama, last month returned to a remote former military base, threatening to plunge his country back into war unless the government agreed to talk to him.    Mozambique has been on edge since Renamo's president, Afonso Dhlakama, moved back to an old bush camp in the remote Gorongosa Mountains and began giving civil war-era ... Media files: 76D505B6-1995-4927-82E0-0C86ADF100AA_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Mozambique Government to Talk with Renamo Rebels

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Mozambique Government to Talk with Renamo Rebels Nov 23rd 2012, 14:49 Mozambique's government has agreed to talks demanded by former rebel group - turned opposition party Renamo.  This comes after Renamo's leader, Afonso Dhlakama, last month returned to a remote former military base, threatening to plunge his country back into war unless the government agreed to talk to him.    Mozambique has been on edge since Renamo's president, Afonso Dhlakama, moved back to an old bush camp in the remote Gorongosa Mountains and began giving civil war-era ... Media files: 76D505B6-1995-4927-82E0-0C86ADF100AA_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Ghana Politicians Using Social Media to Reach Out to Voters

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Ghana Politicians Using Social Media to Reach Out to Voters Nov 23rd 2012, 15:28 Only an estimated four percent of the people in Ghana use the internet. But the sector has immense potential for growth and tremendous mass appeal, especially among young people in urban areas. The non-profit organization Blogging Ghana is using internet-based technology to raise awareness among young people about general elections on December 7. The effort is being funded in part by Star Ghana, another non-profit working to increase civil society's involvement in the government Program ...

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Voice of America: Ivorians Split on Former First Lady's Extradition

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Ivorians Split on Former First Lady's Extradition Nov 23rd 2012, 14:57 The International Criminal Court has unsealed an arrest warrant for former Ivory Coast First Lady Simone Gbagbo for alleged crimes against humanity during post-election violence.  However, it's unclear whether the Ouattara government will extradite her to the Hague, and Ivorians are divided on whether she should instead be tried home. Ivorian prosecutors were already preparing a case against Mrs. Gbagbo before the ICC indictment was made public Thursday. A spokesman for the ... Media files: 48791DBD-C6F4-4AE2-8134-4292F3FCE520_cx0_cy10_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Ghana Political Parties Vie for Power in December Polls

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Ghana Political Parties Vie for Power in December Polls Nov 23rd 2012, 15:01 As voters in Ghana prepare to elect a president and parliament in December, the rival political parties are busy canvassing for votes. Most feel political tension is not especially high. George Lawson, the deputy general secretary of the ruling National Democratic Congress, or NDC party. "If you would recall,  in 2008 by now the atmosphere was really tense," he said. "[Now] people are going about their duties normally". However, things do not seem normal within Lawson's ...

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Voice of America: Morsi Says He Does Not Want Sole Control of Egypt

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Morsi Says He Does Not Want Sole Control of Egypt Nov 23rd 2012, 15:18 Egyptian President Mohamed Morsi says he wants to move Egypt forward as a stable and safe nation, and says he does not want sole control of the country. He made the remarks in a speech Friday in Cairo, as supporters and anti-government protesters rallied in different parts of the city. Morsi said he was not behind the dissolving of the lawmaking body, and he vowed to continue the nation's work on a new constitution. He said Egypt is on a path to freedom and democracy. His remarks come a ... Media files: B9485EA5-74F4-4F9B-AB07-430ECE81D133_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Thai PM Announces Emergency Powers Ahead of Protest

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Thai PM Announces Emergency Powers Ahead of Protest Nov 23rd 2012, 14:47 The Thai Government has announced emergency powers ahead of a major anti-government protest rally in Bangkok on Saturday. The government fears violence could erupt at the protest, which police estimate could reach more than 70,000 people, the largest since 2010. In a nationally televised address late Thursday Thai Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra said the cabinet decision to impose the Internal Security Act or ISA against the anti-government rally is prompted by fears of violence at the ... Media files: 5A52FD13-C098-42CB-90C0-D0EDEA5C7D2A_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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Voice of America: Ghana Political Parties Vie for Power in December Polls

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Ghana Political Parties Vie for Power in December Polls Nov 23rd 2012, 15:01 As voters in Ghana prepare to elect a president and parliament in December, the rival political parties are busy canvassing for votes. Most feel political tension is not especially high. George Lawson, the deputy general secretary of the ruling National Democratic Congress, or NDC party. "If you would recall,  in 2008 by now the atmosphere was really tense," he said. "[Now] people are going about their duties normally". However, things do not seem normal within Lawson's ...

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Voice of America: Ghana Politicians Using Social Media to Reach Out to Voters

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Ghana Politicians Using Social Media to Reach Out to Voters Nov 23rd 2012, 15:28 Only an estimated four percent of the people in Ghana use the internet. But the sector has immense potential for growth and tremendous mass appeal, especially among young people in urban areas. The non-profit organization Blogging Ghana is using internet-based technology to raise awareness among young people about general elections on December 7. The effort is being funded in part by Star Ghana, another non-profit working to increase civil society's involvement in the government Program ...

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Voice of America: Thai PM Announces Emergency Powers Ahead of Protest

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Thai PM Announces Emergency Powers Ahead of Protest Nov 23rd 2012, 14:47 The Thai Government has announced emergency powers ahead of a major anti-government protest rally in Bangkok on Saturday. The government fears violence could erupt at the protest, which police estimate could reach more than 70,000 people, the largest since 2010. In a nationally televised address late Thursday Thai Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra said the cabinet decision to impose the Internal Security Act or ISA against the anti-government rally is prompted by fears of violence at the ... Media files: 5A52FD13-C098-42CB-90C0-D0EDEA5C7D2A_cx0_cy0_cw0_w800_r1.jpg?nocache=1 (image/jpeg, 0 MB)

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