At least 10 people have been killed as striking oil workers clashed with government forces in a town in western Kazakhstan, officials say.
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Bangladesh man ‘admits’ cutting off wife’s fingers
Human rights groups in Bangladesh have demanded a severe punishment for the husband of a young woman who allegedly cut off most of her right hand.
Eviction order for Burma monk Shwe Nya War Sayardaw
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Japan PM declares ‘cold shutdown’ at Fukushima
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India toxic alcohol kills 102 in West Bengal
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US satellite pictures China aircraft carrier Varyag
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India set for all-party meeting on anti-corruption bill
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