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French president visits Afghanistan Posted by: AlJazeeraEnglish
Video duration: 111 seconds The new French president Francois Hollande has defended his decision for an early pullout of French troops from Afghanistan, during a surprise visit to the country. Speaking at a press conference with his Afghan counterpart Hamid Karzai, Hollande asserted the task of fighting the Taliban was close to complete. Al Jazeera's Jennifer Glasse has more from the capital, Kabul. |
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Baku police arrest opposition protesters Posted by: AlJazeeraEnglish
Video duration: 213 seconds Police in Azerbaijan have detained at least 35 opposition activists. Tension's been rising ahead of Saturday's finals of the Eurovision song contest in the capital Baku. Opposition groups are trying to use the event to publicize rights issues they say have been overlooked for years. From Azerbaijan's capital Baku is Giorgi Gogia, a senior researcher at Human Rights Watch. |
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Fastest fingers in football compete in Dubai Posted by: AlJazeeraEnglish
Video duration: 158 seconds Spain have added yet another international football title to their collection. They did not even have to kick a ball this time. The Interactive World Cup brings together the best players of Fifa's football computer game. Al Jazeera's Rahul Pathak reports from this year's finals in Dubai. |
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Philippine top judge's trial adjourned Posted by: AlJazeeraEnglish
Video duration: 170 seconds The impeachment trial of the Philippines' top judge has been adjourned. The trial came to a halt after Renato Corona announced he was feeling unwell. Al Jazeera's Marga Ortigas reports. |
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Australian iron magnate world's richest woman Posted by: AlJazeeraEnglish
Video duration: 87 seconds The wealthiest woman in Australia has recently become the wealthiest woman in the world. Mining magnate Gina Rinehart's fortune has reached a net worth of $29b, thanks in part to her iron-ore company becoming a stand-out player in Australia's booming mining sector. As the price of iron-ore has shot up, so has Rinehart's wealth. Al Jazeera's Andrew Thomas reports from Australia. |
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Inside Story - Who can stop DR Congo's slide into chaos? Posted by: AlJazeeraEnglish
Video duration: 1485 seconds Conflict has once again broken out in the eastern region of the DR Congo. Government troops, dissident groups and militia are engaged in a fierce battle, causing thousands of refugees to flee their homes and villages. Will this end in yet another lengthy and bloody civil war for African nation? Guests: Yussa Bunvigiye, Anneke Van Woudenberg, Lambert Mende Omalange. |
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Trial of Philippine top judge resumes Posted by: AlJazeeraEnglish
Video duration: 174 seconds The impeachment trial of the Philippines' top judge has resumed in Manila. Chief Justice Renato Corona is accused of blocking efforts to prosecute former president Gloria Arroyo and illegally amassing a personal fortune. Al Jazeera's Marga Ortigas reports from the court. |
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Nigerian mobile service providers face fines Posted by: AlJazeeraEnglish
Video duration: 144 seconds Dropped calls, crossed lines or no coverage at all are among the problems facing Nigeria's mobile phone users. Now the government is getting tough on the biggest operators, accusing them of putting profits ahead of service. Yvonne Ndege reports from Abuja. |
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Man confesses to killing missing New York boy Posted by: AlJazeeraEnglish
Video duration: 96 seconds A man has confessed to strangling to death a boy who vanished on his way to school in 1979 - a haunting case that terrified parents across America and baffled police for three decades. Etan Patz's disappearance became a symbol for growing fears over the safety of children playing outside the home. Al Jazeera's Nicole Johnston reports. |
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News Bulletin - 03:35 GMT update Posted by: AlJazeeraEnglish
Video duration: 79 seconds The main headlines on Al Jazeera English, featuring the latest news and reports from around the world. |
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Egyptian vote counting begins Posted by: AlJazeeraEnglish
Video duration: 128 seconds Al Jazeera's Sherine Tadros reports on the day many Egyptians have been waiting their whole lives for. |
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When volunteering becomes big business Posted by: AlJazeeraEnglish
Video duration: 2173 seconds The Stream examines the growing business behind volunteer abroad tours. |
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News Bulletin - 19:30 GMT update Posted by: AlJazeeraEnglish
Video duration: 140 seconds The main headlines on Al Jazeera English, featuring the latest news and reports from around the world. |
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Egyptians cast ballots in presidential poll Posted by: AlJazeeraEnglish
Video duration: 214 seconds Al Jazeera's Sherine Tadros reports on the latest on Egypts first presidential electio n since last year's revolution that toppled Hosni Mubarak. |
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Somalia peacekeepers claim progress Posted by: AlJazeeraEnglish
Video duration: 100 seconds A joint force of African Union peacekeepers and Somali government troops say they're gaining ground on Al Shabab rebels. And that is taking place in the strategic Lower Shabelle region. Fighting's intensified in the region as Al Shabaab pulls back from key towns close to the capital Mogadishu. Dorsa Jabbari reports. |
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Facebook shareholders sue social networking site Posted by: AlJazeeraEnglish
Video duration: 147 seconds The social networking site Facebook is being sued by investors, along with the banks involved in taking the company public last week. The stock price closed near $32 a share -- up slightly -- but still well below their initial offering price of $38. Al Jazeera's Kristen Saloomey reports from New York. |
