On Oct 1, the Communist Party celebrates 60 years of rule over mainland China. With a major parade scheduled, Beijing has tightened security ahead of the anniversary, with armed paramilitary troops at subway exits during rehearsals and neighborhood residents recruited to watch over the streets. In advance of the event, and all too coincident, all-out...
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Protesters across the world called on Iran Saturday to end its clampdown on opposition activists, demanding the release of hundreds rounded up during demonstrations against the country’s disputed election. The AP reported that several groups including Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International, backed a global day of action.   Protests were planned in more than 80...
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