Netanyahu in Europe Faces Split Over Settlement Policy
Jerusalem reports Netanyahu lands in Britain amid pressure from international partners to halt settlement expansion while his governing coalition leans right. He plans meetings with Gordon Brown Angela Merkel and George Mitchell as domestic allies push to defy Obama calls and back unauthorized West Bank outposts.
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Malaysia delays caning for drinking beer after Ramadan
Kartika Sari Dewi Shukarno, a 32 year old mother of two, will be punished after Ramadan as officials say the caning is delayed for compassionate reasons but not canceled. Amnesty International condemns the move amid concerns for Malaysia's moderate image.
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Stefania Fernandez captures Miss Universe crown again
Miss Venezuela Stefania Fernandez, 18, won the 2009 Miss Universe title for the second consecutive year, earning a rare backto back victory. She hugged runner up Dayana Mendoza of the Dominican Republic as the redgowned winner celebrated on stage.
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Brazil eyes oil boom amid renewable energy legacy
Brazil, once a leader in hydro and ethanol, now pushes to develop 50 to 100 billion barrels offshore in Tupi and related finds. Petrobras, a symbol of national independence, dominates output and taxes, while critics warn environmental costs and risks to Brazil’s green image. The plan faces political pushback from environmental groups and concerns over safety after past spills and a fatal 2001 offshore incident.
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New Orleans
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Afghanistan Options Narrow for Obama as Afghanistan War Intensifies
Top military leaders warn of a dire Afghanistan outlook with a debate over troop levels. Adm. Mike Mullen notes the Taliban threat persists while Gen. McChrystal weighs requests for up to 20,000 more troops. Sen. McCain predicts pressure to seek fewer forces amid war weariness and political risk. Mullen and Eikenberry cite a historic vote amid fraud concerns and a U.N. investigation continuing.
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US and South Korea pledge to enforce DPRK sanctions
South Korea and the United States will continue enforcing United Nations sanctions against North Korea despite Pyongyang's gestures. Ri Yong Ho warned of merciless retaliation if provoked, while U S envoy Philip Goldberg affirmed goals of denuclearization and stressed sanctions should not halt inter Korean cooperation.
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