Afghan smuggling drains $10 million daily, Kabul port main path
Afghanistan faces an estimated ten million dollars a day in smuggling, with most proceeds leaving via Kabul International Airport. The finance minister cited widespread corruption among public officials and private sector executives as a key factor in the flow.
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Queen warns papers against unauthorized royal photos
Buckingham Palace said Queen Elizabeth II urged editors not to publish intrusive paparazzi images of the royal family. A lawyer for the monarchy sent letters to papers about six weeks ago reinforcing the new royal stance.
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Guatemala City Vigilantes Attack Suspected Criminal Mob Violence
A Sunday mob in Guatemala City defeated a suspected criminal and threatened to burn three women with him. The incident marked Guatemala's fifth vigilante attack in three days in Panachel where four patrol cars were burned before police rescued the women.
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Copenhagen climate talks near final push for global pact
Delegates gather for the Copenhagen summit as U.N. officials say pledges may keep warming within reach. Yvo de Boer calls for deeper cuts and immediate billions in finance while South Africa sets a 34 percent first decade reduction and 42 percent by 2025. President Obama plans to attend the summit’s closing phase.
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Violence erupts during anniversary of Greek riots
Masked youths attacked police with firebombs and stones during a dusk march in Athens marking the death of 15 year old Alexandros Grigoropoulos. Police used tear gas as demonstrators clashed in central Athens and other cities. Police detained hundreds. injuries included five protesters and 16 officers.
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Kennedy Center Honors Nabs Springsteen De Niro Brooks Brubeck Bumbry
President Obama hosts Bruce Springsteen Robert De Niro Mel Brooks Dave Brubeck Grace Bumbry at a White House East Room reception honoring Kennedy Center designees. About 300 guests including Scorsese Norton Stiller and Sting attend as the ceremony airs December 29 on CBS.
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