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In Belgium, A Ceremony For An American Hero

America's Memorial Day is an occasion for large ceremonies in Belgium, a country twice liberated by U.S. soldiers. But in one small town, a ceremony will celebrate the memory of Gerald Sorensen, a U.S. airman who was shot down -- and joined the resistance.

In Belgium, A Ceremony For An American Hero

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U.S. Takes Stock Of War Crimes Court

The U.S. is not a part of the International Criminal Court and unlikely to sign up anytime soon, but the Obama administration is making an effort to cooperate more with it. Top State Department lawyers are taking part in a review conference meant to take stock of the court's proceedings so far. The court needs countries to help get some of the indicted war criminals to face trial. Another issue to be discussed is how the court defines "aggression." U.S. officials are worried that the U.S. could be exposed to prosecutions if the crime of aggression is too broadly defined.

U.S. Takes Stock Of War Crimes Court

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Byproduct Of Iraq's Wars: A World-Class Surgeon

Through decades of war in Iraq, Dr. Afan Hawrami has perfected his orthopedic techniques on refugees and soldiers. International aid groups recruited him to work in field hospitals as far afield as Afghanistan and Cambodia. But Hawrami worries that Iraq's time of violence may not be over.

Byproduct Of Iraq's Wars: A World-Class Surgeon

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Asia

Tensions Build Between North And South Korea

An international investigation concluded that a North Korean torpedo sank a South Korean naval ship in March. The incident killed 46 sailors in the South's worst military loss since the Korean War. The incident has raised already-high tensions between Seoul and Pyongyang.

Tensions Build Between North And South Korea

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In World War II, He Fought For Two Armies

U.S. Ambassador to Russia John Beyrle attends the opening of the exhibition devoted to his father, Joseph R. Beyrle, seen in photo at right, in St. Petersburg, Russia, on Feb. 18. The exhibit is currently in Moscow. AP hide caption

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In World War II, He Fought For Two Armies

Sixty-five years ago, American paratrooper Joseph Beyrle escaped from a German POW camp and joined the Red Army, serving in a Soviet tank regiment. The story's final twist: Joseph Beyrle's son John is now the U.S. ambassador to Moscow.

In World War II, He Fought For Two Armies

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Condemnation Follows Israeli Raid On Gaza Flotilla

Turkish demonstrators wave Palestinian flags and shout slogans during an anti-Israeli protest Monday on Taksim Square in Istanbul. Mustafa Ozer/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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Middle East

Condemnation Follows Israeli Raid On Gaza Flotilla

Israeli naval commandos storm a flotilla of ships carrying aid and hundreds of pro-Palestinian activists to the blockaded Gaza Strip, killing at least nine people in a predawn raid that set off worldwide condemnation and a diplomatic crisis. Dozens of passengers and at least five Israeli soldiers were wounded in the confrontation in international waters.

Israeli Raid On Gaza Flotilla Draws Anger: Reporter Sheera Frenkel

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Strange News

Blondes Have More Economic Success?

Latvia has the highest unemployment in Europe, and its economy shrank last year by double digits. But a parade of blondes hoped their golden hair would chase the blues away. The parade was part of the second annual Go Blonde festival in the capital Riga. There was also a Marilyn Monroe lookalike contest.

Blondes Have More Economic Success?

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Latin America

Colombia's Top Presidential Candidates Face Runoff

Colombians went to the polls Sunday to vote for their next president. The lead vote-getter was former defense minister Juan Manuel Santos, who's viewed as the political heir of the current president. But he failed to get the majority needed to prevent a runoff with Antanas Mockus -- an academic turned two-term mayor of Bogota.

Colombia's Top Presidential Candidates Face Runoff

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Asia

China Declines To Blame North For Korea Tensions

Leaders from South Korea, Japan and China recently gathered at a three-nation summit to discuss trade, but the sinking of a South Korean warship dominated the meeting. Now China has resisted pressure to censure North Korea for its possible attack on the South Korean vessel.

China Declines To Blame North For Korea Tensions

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Business

China's Struggling Graduates Bunk In 'Ant Colonies'

In China, more than 6 million graduates hit the job market this year. College enrollment has surged, and the labor market can't keep up. After leaving campus, many grads are forced to bunk together, sometimes six to a room, in crowded apartment buildings in areas known as "ant colonies." Two young men living in one composed an ode to their plight, called "Song of the Ants"

China's Struggling Graduates Bunk In 'Ant Colonies'

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Middle East

10 Killed As Iraelis Board Gaza Aid Convoy

Reports say at least 10 pro-Palestinian activists were killed as Israeli commandos stormed a ship filled with aid for the Gaza Strip. The Israeli military said its forces were attacked with knives and clubs. The confrontation is raising tension in the region. Renee Montagne speaks with reporter Sheera Frenkel in Israel.

10 Killed As Iraelis Board Gaza Aid Convoy

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Many In Southern Sudan Long For Independence

South Sudanese women carry cans filled with water on their heads at Terekeka, north of Juba. Many southerners say they plan to vote for independence next year. Tony Karumba/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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Africa

Many In Southern Sudan Long For Independence

After years of on-and-off civil war between northern and southern Sudan, southerners are expecting to vote next year on whether their semi-autonomous region should become an independent nation. No one knows for sure what independence will look like. But most southerners say it would feel just fine.

Many In Southern Sudan Long For Independence

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Latin America

Voters Head To The Polls In Colombia

Colombians go to the polls Sunday to vote for their next president. During his eight years in the presidency, Alvaro Uribe focused on disarming paramilitary groups and bringing down narco-traffickers, but Colombia remains the world's top producer of cocaine. Those seeking to succeed Uribe are vowing to be tough on crime.

Voters Head To The Polls In Colombia

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Jamaica Split Between Drug Lords, Rulers

Jamaica's recent deadly violence, sparked by the search for an alleged drug trafficker whose extradition is sought by the United States, brought into sharp relief a system of patronage that may no longer be working.

Jamaica Split Between Drug Lords, Rulers

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