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Canada’s place in the world is changing. How can it find its footing?
Kerry Buck: The power dynamics of the world are shifting rapidly. If Canada doesn’t switch gears soon, it could get left behind
The world left these Afghan women behind. Now they’re fending for themselves.
Educated in a Canadian-funded school, they became Afghanistan’s best and brightest young women. Today they live in fear, abandoned to the Taliban.
Thai cave rescue: Trapped coach’s community chooses love over blame
On the ground near the rescue operation, neighbours express support for the man who led 12 children underground
Sarkozy angrily denies 2007 campaign funding from Moammar Gadhafi
France’s Mediapart is reporting that Nicholas Sarkozy, who is currently running for a second term as French president, accepted more than $60 million in funding from former Libyan dictator Moammar Gadhafi for his successful 2007 election campaign. The allegation is based on information in documents from 2005, which are currently in the possession of a French judge.
China to liberalize yuan, as country posts largest trade deficit in at least 10 years
The Chinese central bank has indicated that it will give the country’s national currency some room to fluctuate on the free market, contrary to its long-standing practice of keeping the value of the yuan down to encourage foreign investment and a steady flow of exports.
Tight clothing banned at Iranian universities
Men and women ordered to dress modestly