Roberto Abraham Scaruffi

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MUHAMMAD CARICATURE FALLOUT
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Danish Paper Targeted in Foiled Terror Plot
Danish newspaper Jyllands-Posten became world-famous with its
publication of cartoons of the Prophet Muhammad in 2005 that sparked
fierce protests by Muslims.  Police on  Wednesday arrested five people
suspected of planning an attack against the newspaper.

http://www.spiegel.de/international/europe/0,1518,737050,00.html#ref=nlint

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THE EVE OF SECESSION
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What the Future Might Hold for Southern Sudan
All signs point to the secession of Southern Sudan following a
referendum in early January. But what would happen next? Despite
significant oil reserves, the region is among the poorest in the world.
And there is no guarantee that the north won't meddle.

http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/0,1518,736686,00.html#ref=nlint

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Photo Gallery: A New Country for Africa?
http://www.spiegel.de/fotostrecke/fotostrecke-63034.html#ref=nlint


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ARSON AND INTEGRATION
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Have Berlin Mosques Become a Target?
Several Muslim centers in Berlin have been the target of arson attacks
in recent months. Police have made little progress in their
investigation, but many suspect that the series of incidents has its
roots in the raw rhetoric surrounding Germany's integration debate.

http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,736337,00.html#ref=nlint

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RARE DISCOVERY OF INTACT TOMB
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German Archeologists Uncover Celtic Treasure 
Archeologists in Germany have discovered a 2,600-year-old Celtic tomb
containing ornate jewellery of gold and amber. They say the grave is
unusually well preserved and should provide important insights into
early Celtic culture.

http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/0,1518,736942,00.html#ref=nlint

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Photo Gallery: Archeologists Find 2,600-Year-Old Celtic Treasure in
Germany
http://www.spiegel.de/fotostrecke/fotostrecke-63085.html#ref=nlint


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INTERNET PHOTO SENSATION 
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Super Grandma to the Rescue
Frederika Goldberger felt old and depressed. Then her grandson tried to
cheer her up by taking photos of her holding a dildo as a phone
or pickles as nail files, and finally turning her into a superheroine.
Now 'Super-Mamika' is famous and Hollywood wants to make a film about
her. It's an Internet fairytale.

http://www.spiegel.de/international/zeitgeist/0,1518,736973,00.html#ref=nlint

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Photo Gallery: Meet World Famous 'Super-Mamika'
http://www.spiegel.de/fotostrecke/fotostrecke-63097.html#ref=nlint


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HELP FOR THE DISABLED
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Trained Monkeys Proving Trusty Companions for Those in Need
Specially-trained Capuchin monkeys in the US are helping physically
disabled people with the housework by performing tasks such as removing
garbage, fetching the telephone or switching on the microwave. The furry
companions are also helping paraplegics cope with loneliness.

http://www.spiegel.de/international/zeitgeist/0,1518,736883,00.html#ref=nlint

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Photo Gallery: Trained Monkeys Proving Trusty Companions for Paraplegics
http://www.spiegel.de/fotostrecke/fotostrecke-63071.html#ref=nlint