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Eurozone officially in recession
The eurozone officially slips into recession after new figures show that the economy contracted 0.2% in the third quarter.
Stability 'will take time'
German economy in recession
What was Bretton Woods?

The Iskander missile system. File photo Sarkozy puts pressure on Russia
France's President says he is concerned about Russia's missile deployment threat and wants a summit on European security.

Video purported to show Palestinian detainee humiliated by a group of Israeli soldiers Israeli troops face abuse trial
The Israeli military says it will try by court martial a number of soldiers over the abuse of a blindfolded Palestinian.


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FEATURES, VIEWS, ANALYSIS
Patient at eye clinic Diabetes dilemma
Indians suffering from 'disease of affluence'
Replica of Ishtar Gate in Babylon, Iraq Babylon dreams
Can the ancient city regain its lost heritage status?
Astronaut drinking Nasa's taste test
Astronauts will soon drink their recycled urine

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AFRICA
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AMERICAS
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ASIA-PACIFIC
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EUROPE
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MIDDLE EAST
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SOUTH ASIA
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