ISLAMABAD, Pakistan — Pakistani lawmakers introduced a parliamentary resolution endorsing democracy Friday, as the embattled ruling party sought support from its coalition partners in a civilian-military standoff that is shaking the government. Read full article > >

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Pakistan’s Gilani: Democracy or dictatorship?

The Sudanese army says it has captured a key rebel base in the embattled border state of South Kordofan.

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Sudan ‘takes rebel border camp’

Attempts to contain and eliminate highly irradiated water at the embattled Fukushima Daiichi power plant stumbled Monday when contaminated water was reported in three underground tunnels outside the nuclear reactors.

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Contaminated water found in underground tunnels at Japan nuclear plant

The drama engulfing Charlie Sheen, the embattled former star of the hit CBS TV sitcom Two and a Half Men, will soon come to a live venue near you. Yes, Sheen is set to embark on a live tour after reportedly meeting with the booking company Live Nation….

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Charlie Sheen Plans Tour

Muammar Gaddafi still won’t go gently into that good night. Rebels in Al-Zawiya-just 30 miles from Tripoli, the capital-reportedly turned back a force of fighters loyal to the embattled general Monday night, staging a parade to celebrate their victory….

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Gaddafi Convoys Cross Libya

Sana, Yemen — A leading tribal figure in Yemen announced his resignation from the ruling party on Saturday, signaling a major blow to the embattled leadership of President Ali Abdullah Saleh as demonstrations calling for his resignation continue across the country. read more

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Tribal Leader’s Resignation Is Blow to Yemeni President

Muammar Gaddafi’s circle of friends keeps getting smaller. Abdul Fatah Younis, an army general who served as interior minister, has resigned and spoken out against the embattled Libyan leader. Younis says the army should join with protesters to achieve…

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Libyan Minister Defects from Gaddafi

It appears that Donald J. Trump, who hails from Queens, has given some thought to trying to bail out the embattled Mets.

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Trump and the Mets? Anything Is Possible

As mass protests swept Egypt on Friday, the actions of two key institutions served as indicators for what lies ahead for the embattled regime: the military and the media.

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Who’s holding the cards in Egypt?

Candidates to lead the Republican National Committee met, including Michael Steele, the embattled incumbent.

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The Caucus: Five-Way Debate as Republicans Vie to Lead Party

The sale of the embattled private security firm to investors with close ties to Erik Prince raises questions.

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DealBook: Blackwater Founder in Deal to Sell Company

Darryl Strawberry, the embattled former All-Star, has walked away from the bright lights of Manhattan, and has embraced Queens, the home of his new sports bar.

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Up Close: Making Peace by Serving Wings