Philippines typhoon: 238 dead, hundreds missing
The death toll from a typhoon that ravaged the
Philippines jumped to 238 yesterday with hundreds missing, as
rescuers battled to reach areas cut off by floods and mudslides,
officials said. Typhoon Bopha slammed into the southern island of
Mindanao on Tuesday,
‘Life of Pi’ shows bond, but tigers face human threat
INDIA: Oscar-winning director Ang Lee's new epic
“Life of Pi” showcases the relationship between a teenage Indian boy
and a Bengal tiger. But in reality, the predators are under
increasing threat from humans.
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Thai King calls for unity
THAILAND: Thailand’s revered king called for
unity and stability in the divided nation Wednesday as huge crowds
of adoring, flag-waving citizens packed Bangkok for a rare speech to
mark his 85th birthday.
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Xi vows to implement rule of law
CHINA: China's newly appointed leader Xi Jinping
pledged Tuesday to implement rule of law. In a speech at the Great
Hall of the People that marked the 30th anniversary of China's 1982
constitution, Xi spoke of curbing the powers of the ruling party.
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