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World Briefing | Europe: Italy: Woman in Political Scandal Is Found Dead
A Brazilian transsexual involved in a scandal that prompted the resignation of an Italian governor was found burned to death in her home on Friday.

E.U. Leaders Make Unity in the Bloc Their First Job
With Europe s new top jobs going to two low-key bridge-builders, the bloc appears to have set its sights on repairing internal divisions before trying to construct a bigger global role.

Cordial Discussions for Pope and Anglican Leader
The archbishop of Canterbury held his first talks with Pope Benedict XVI since the Roman Catholic church s unprecedented invitation to disaffected Anglicans.

Baroness Ashton: fasttalking and affable
Baroness Ashton of Upholland talks quickly sometimes so quickly she can be hard to follow.

Oprah Winfrey to start her own TV network
Oprah Winfrey will crown her position as one of the most powerful US media moguls by starting her own TV channel after leaving her talk show.

In Draft Resolution, United Nations Rebukes Iran for Rights Violations Since Election
A measure, which is almost certain to pass in the General Assembly, denounces a rise in violence, torture and limits to free speech.

Barack Obama: the politics of hypocrisy and cynicism
It was supposed to be all about the end of politics as usual. But while President Barack Obama has been happy to bring about change while abroad by doing all he can to diminish the superpower status of the United States at home it’s been the same old writes Toby Harnden.

Currents: Are Metrics Blinding Our Perception?
Welcome to the Age of Metrics – or to the End of Instinct.

Amanda Knox ’should serve life’ for the murder of Meredith Kercher prosecutors urge
Amanda Knox and her former boyfriend Raffaele Sollecito should be sentenced to life for the “horrible murder” of Meredith Kercher prosecutors demanded yesterday.

World Briefing | Asia: Pakistan: Fears of Militant Influx After Afghan Buildup
Pakistan expressed fear that a large increase in foreign troops in Afghanistan could push militants across the border into its territory and called on the United States to consider that concern as it develops its new war strategy.

Dismissal of Case for Guard in Iraq
The Justice Department intends to drop manslaughter and weapons charges against a security guard from the company formerly known as Blackwater Worldwide who was involved in deadly Baghdad shootings.

World Briefing | Europe: Britain: Man Who Killed in His Sleep Is Not Guilty
A British man who said he strangled his wife during a nightmare about fighting off an intruder has been found not guilty in her death.

Medvedev Says Backwardness Undermines Party
President Dmitri A. Medvedev of Russia warned leaders of his party that they must learn to win elections honestly if it is to survive.

Chinese Mine Explosion Kills 42 and Traps 66
A gas explosion tore through a coal mine in northern China, killing 42 people and leaving 66 others trapped.

Saturday Profile: In Iraq, a Blunt Civilian Is a Fixture by the General s Side
Emma Sky, a Briton, initially opposed the war but now has a place in Gen. Ray Odierno s inner circle.

Benedict Woos Artists, Urging Quest for Beauty
The Vatican pulled out all the stops, aiming to revive the age-old ties between the Catholic Church and artists, and perhaps to put a more positive face on a contentious papacy.

Couple Plead Guilty in Cuba Spying Case
The retired State Department worker and his wife, both in their 70s, were caught in an undercover F.B.I. sting operation, arrested in June and held without bail.

U.S. Fears Iraqis Will Not Keep Up Rebuilt Projects
After spending $53 billion for relief and reconstruction since 2003, the U.S. is concerned Iraqis won t be able to maintain the facilities on their own.

Italy Arrests 2 Over Attacks in Mumbai
The authorities arrested a Pakistani father and son accused of providing logistical support and financing.

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