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Libya Struggles to Curb Militias, the Only Police - 0 views

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This article is about how the Libyan government can not control the militias of its country that are the main police force.

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Syria bans Turkey civilian flights over its territory - 0 views

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This article is about Syria banning Turkish civilian planes from flying over Syria.

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Russia Says Syrian Plane Impounded by Turkey Had Radar Gear, Not Arms - 0 views

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A Syrian plane was stopped and inspected by Turkish officials on suspicion that the plane held "Russian Military cargo"

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'Extremely dangerous': Assad forces use cluster bombs as rebels gain, rights group says - 0 views

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This article is about the Syrian government dropping bombs on civilian lands

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Child marriage continues cycle of abuse, poverty for girls in over 50 countries - 0 views

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This article is about young women being forced into marriage at a young age in the Middle East

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Turkey Faults U.N. Inaction Over Syria - 0 views

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This article is about how after a dispute between Turkey and Syria, Turkey's Prime Minister accused the UN of not helping them against Syria.

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IKEA Regrets Cutting Women From Saudi Ad - 0 views

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This article is about how the IKEA catalog was changed in order to agree with Saudi Arabia's culture but now they are regretting it because they are being criticized for it.

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U.S. Embassy Security Aide Shot Dead in Yemen - 0 views

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This article is about a U.S. embassy security aide who was attacked and killed in Yemen.

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Protests in Bahrain - 0 views

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This article talks about how doctors were jailed for helping protestors. Also, this article discusses how homes have been raided, people have been killed, and children have been tear gassed within Bahrain.

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Turkey upset with the U.N. - 0 views

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This article talks about how Turkey's prime minister is upset that the U.N. isn't helping with their problem with Syria. Also, the article talks about how Syria and Turkey have becoming increasingly tense with one another.

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Iran cyberattacks - 0 views

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This article is about how many U.S. officials suspect that Iranians are behind cyberattacks on computers in the U.S. Also, this article talks about how this case is being observed very carefully.

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Arab women wage cyber 'uprising' demanding rights - 0 views

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Women are using the internet to stir up a revolution for their rights in Arab countries. They started a facebook page less than a month ago that has already reached 30,000 likes. Now, they ask supports to post pictures explaining why they support women's rights.

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Nations pledge $165m to aid Arab Spring states - 0 views

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An article from Pakistan announces that several nations are arranging funds to support economic development, including the creation of jobs. These nations include Japan, The United States, The United Kingdom and several others.

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US must embrace Arab Spring despite dangers, says Hillary Clinton - 0 views

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Hillary Clinton believes that the United States must support the growing democracies of the Middle East, but also remember that these wars are not ours and we should not try and control them.

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Protest in Cairo - 0 views

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Due to the president of Cairo "taking a stand" as directed by the Egyptian political forces after his first 100 days in office, the reaction is protesting by the people of Cairo,Egypt, which results in violence.

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Syrian Students Have Caves as Classrooms - 1 views

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As a result of bombings in areas such as Jabal Zawiya in Syria, from the rebellion or "civil war" schools have been damaged. To continue education teachers have decided to teach their students in underground caves, as a safer alternative, or really one of the only alternatives.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">As a result of bombings in areas such as Jabal Zawiya in Syria, from the rebellion or "civil war" schools have been damaged. To continue education teachers have decided to teach their students in underground caves, as a safer alternative, or really one of the only alternatives.</div>

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The Associated Press: US: Hackers in Iran responsible for cyberattacks - 0 views

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AP news story describing cyber attacks against oil companies by Iran

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Ikea apologises over removal of women from Saudi Arabia catalogue | World news | guardi... - 4 views

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  Here's a link to a Starbucks logo in Saudi Arabia: http://www.yadig.com/uploads/biz-logo/Starbucks_Rashid_Mega_Mall_120320124440.jpg
  
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Women removed from magazine because of beliefs in

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jessica Friday on 03 Oct 12

Very interesting article illustrating how a global company deals with local traditions/laws. I posted a link to the Saudi Starbucks logo on a sticky note.

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End of the Arab Spring? - Businessweek - 2 views

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What these extremists have really capitalized on is the existing frustrations of the Arab Spring protesters, who continue to wait for the benefits of the democratic transition to trickle down to them
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Lexi S on 02 Oct 12

An article examines the attacks on US embassies in the region.

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jessica Friday on 03 Oct 12

An interesting op-ed piece examining the causes of recent developments in North Africa & SW Asia (specifically the attacks on US embassy in Bengazhi).

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jessica Friday on 03 Oct 12

Check out the highlights & sticky notes functions - pretty cool!

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Issue Viewer: Syria - 0 views

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Thomas Friedman op-ed on the significance of Syria's political crisis to the region.

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SVHS HWC '12-'13

Libya Struggles to Curb Militias, the Only Police - 0 views

Syria bans Turkey civilian flights over its territory - 0 views

Russia Says Syrian Plane Impounded by Turkey Had Radar Gear, Not Arms - 0 views

'Extremely dangerous': Assad forces use cluster bombs as rebels gain, rights group says - 0 views

Child marriage continues cycle of abuse, poverty for girls in over 50 countries - 0 views

Turkey Faults U.N. Inaction Over Syria - 0 views

IKEA Regrets Cutting Women From Saudi Ad - 0 views

U.S. Embassy Security Aide Shot Dead in Yemen - 0 views

Protests in Bahrain - 0 views

Turkey upset with the U.N. - 0 views

Iran cyberattacks - 0 views

Arab women wage cyber 'uprising' demanding rights - 0 views

Nations pledge $165m to aid Arab Spring states - 0 views

US must embrace Arab Spring despite dangers, says Hillary Clinton - 0 views

Protest in Cairo - 0 views

Syrian Students Have Caves as Classrooms - 1 views

The Associated Press: US: Hackers in Iran responsible for cyberattacks - 0 views

Ikea apologises over removal of women from Saudi Arabia catalogue | World news | guardi... - 4 views

End of the Arab Spring? - Businessweek - 2 views

Issue Viewer: Syria - 0 views

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