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- Typhoon survivors look for lift from Manny Pacquiao fight
Manny Pacquiao's comeback fight will be televised, even in typhoon-ravaged areas of the Philippines. Survivors of typhoon Haiyan are inspired by the combative spirit of the Filipino boxing icon.
- Japan-China tensions rise as China declares new air defense zone
China created a new "East China Sea Air Defense Zone" Saturday covering islands claimed by Japan. Officials in Japan called the new military zone "totally unacceptable."
- Young boy killed as Morsi supporters and opponents clash in Egypt
Supporters of the deposed president were on the streets in at least two Egyptian cities Friday, protesting military rule in the Middle Eastern country.
- North Korea detains 85-year old US vet. Why?
Merrill Newman, an American tourist from Palo Alto, California, was pulled off a plane in North Korea after a nine-day visit, says his son. North Korea has detained at least six Americans since 2009, often for alleged missionary work, but it is unusual for a tourist to be arrested.
- Caroline Kennedy: Celebrity and first female US ambassador to Japan
Caroline Kennedy drew big crowds as she met Japan's Emperor Akihito Tuesday in Tokyo. Caroline Kennedy also released a YouTube video greeting to the Japanese people on Wednesday.
- Caroline Kennedy takes carriage to meet Emperor Akihito
Caroline Kennedy, the new US ambassador to Japan, traveled by horse-drawn carriage through Tokyo to meet Emperor Akihito. Caroline Kennedy is the first woman to be US ambassador to Japan.
- At least 18 dead as cyclone slams into Sardinia
Hundreds are homeless after the big storm hit the Mediterranean island off Italy.
- Boeing airliner crash in Russia: Black boxes found
Boeing airliner crash: A Tatarstan Airlines Boeing 737 crashed Sunday night killing all 50 people aboard. The Boeing aircraft was 23 years old, and had seen service with seven other carriers prior to Tatarstan Airlines.
- Sri Lanka: Fractious Commonwealth Summit ends with ultimatum
Concern over large-scale civilian deaths during Sri Lanka's recent civil war was an issue of contention at this week's Commonwealth Summit of former British colonies. British Prime Minister David Cameron said the Sri Lankan government must conduct an inquiry or he will push for one by the UN.
- Boeing airliner crash kills 50 in Kazan, Russia
A Boeing 737 airliner crashed in route from Moscow, exploding when it hit the runway in Kazan, Russia Sunday, killing all 44 passengers and six crew members on board.
- Mandela 'quite ill,' unable to speak
Former South African President Nelson Mandela is unable to speak due to tubes being used by doctors to keep his lungs clear of fluid, said his ex-wife. He uses his face to communicate she said, and is relatively relaxed.
- Pakistan to charge former president with treason
The Pakistani government plans to ask the Supreme Court to begin treason proceedings against former President Pervez Musharraf for declaring a state of emergency and suspending the country's constitution while he was in office.
- France will not back down on Iran, Hollande promises Netanyahu
In a visit to Israel, French President Francois Hollande said France would take a firm approach in nuclear negotiations with Iran, and would maintain all sanctions until certain Iran would not obtain a nuclear weapon.
- As Toronto turns on him, few loyalists left in 'Ford Nation'
The Toronto City Council voted Friday to strip Mayor Rob Ford of most of his powers following embarrassing revelations about his drug and alcohol abuse, as well as erratic outbursts. But some members of 'Ford Nation' stand by the man they elected.
- French debate: Punish prostitutes or their customers?
France's ruling socialist party wants to punish the clients of prostitutes. But a group of French celebrities has signed a petition against the proposal.
- Eygpt's Islamists call for national dialogue
Supporters of ousted President Mohammed Morsi have made their first formal proposal at negotiations with Egypt's military-backed government. Islamists leaders have called for the release of detainees, and an end to the crackdown against the Muslim Brotherhood.
- Refusal to destroy Syria's chemical weapons sparks Albanian national pride
The announcement that Albania would not destroy Syria's chemical weapons on its soil was met by cheers from Albanian citizens, who see the decision as a sign the country is taking control of its own politics.
- Libyan government struggles for control after militia attack on protesters
Clashes between Libyan soldiers, militias, and gunmen erupted Saturday in Tripoli. On Friday, 43 people were killed when militiamen opened fire on citizens protesting unlawfully armed groups.
- One-child policy change: Don't expect a baby boom in China
One-child policy: China eased its one-child policy for the first time in three decades. But attitudes about children and family size are changing, and fewer couples want more than one child.
- Mothers, fathers, children, friends: Filipinos continue search for missing
Government officials say 1,179 people are still missing after Typhoon Haiyan struck the Philippines Nov. 8. Many of the missing are believed to have been swept out to sea, and countless unidentified bodies remain tangled in debris.