Roberto Abraham Scaruffi

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April 29, 2011

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Protest Crackdowns Leave More than 40 Dead in Syria

Friday's demonstrations marked one of few times anti-government protesters gathered on streets of city's capital, Damascus
 In this citizen journalism image made on a mobile phone, Syrian protesters carry banners in Arabic and Kurdish that call for a democratic nation as they demonstrate in the northeastern town of Qamishli, Syria, April 29, 2011

Libyan Forces Clash with Tunisian Soldiers

Forces loyal to Moammar Gadhafi clashed with Tunisian soldiers Friday, after crossing border while pursuing rebel fighters
 A Tunisian army soldier stands guard near an overturned car which belongs to forces loyal to Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi after clashes with Tunisians and rebel fighters in Dehiba near the Libyan and Tunisian border crossing of Dehiba, April 29, 2011

Obama Promises Help to Survivors of Alabama Storms

President walked through wreckage from violent tornadoes and thunderstorms in Alabama that killed more than 300 people
 President Barack Obama stands with Alabama Gov. Robert Bentley (l), Sen. Richard Shelby and others, as they toured tornado damage in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, April 29, 2011

Britain's Prince William Marries Catherine Middleton

Newly married Prince William, bride Catherine share two kisses on Buckingham Palace balcony
 Prince William greets Kate Middleton as she arrives at the alter with her father Michael Middleton, prior to their marriage in London's Westminster Abbey, Friday April 29 2011.(AP Photo/ Dominic Lipinski, pool)

Cambodia Seeks Court Ruling on Dispute With Thailand

International Court of Justice called to review a 1962 judgment over a disputed ancient Hindu temple along Thai border
 An injured Thai soldier on a stretcher is helped to board a helicopter to be transferred to a hospital following the clashes between Thailand and Cambodia in Surin province, northeastern Thailand, April 28, 2011

Uganda Protesters Clash With Police Over Opposition Leader's Arrest

At least two people dead, hundreds wounded when police, armed forces reportedly use live ammunition to quell riots
 Uganda Police patrol as tires burn in the capital city Kampala, April 29, 2011 after riots broke out

Nigerian Opposition Parties Make Gains in State Houses

Nigeria's ruling People's Democratic Party held on to the presidency , but will control fewer of the country's powerful state governors
 A woman prepares to cast her vote in Kaduna, Nigeria, April 28, 2011 (file photo)

Obama's New Security Team Filled With Mostly Familiar Faces

President aims for continuity, cautiousness in appointing key leaders
 President Barack Obama answers a reporter's question during a press conference at the White House, Mar 11, 2011

Laos to Hold Legislative Elections

Outcome of Saturday's ballot is easy to predict in the one-party communist state

Travels With Pope John Paul: A Reporter Remembers

Memories of being a reporter vividly return as Roman Catholic Church readies final step before sainthood for Pope John Paul II
 Pope John Paul II tours St. Peter's Square during the weekly general open-air audience at the Vatican, April 1, 1998

Press Freedom Day Notes Impact of Citizen Journalism

This year’s event comes as social media, mobile phones, Internet are playing an increasing role in giving a voice to the oppressed
 A man throws a rock at a passing tank in a location given as Deraa on April 25, 2011, in this still image from an amateur video

Americans Rise Early for Royal Wedding

Viewing parties attract hat-wearing fans
Americans gather to watch the royal wedding at a pub in suburban Washington, DC.
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Posted by Roberto Abraham Scaruffi at 20:14