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Taliban Exploit Openings in Neglected Province (Jul 30)
Deprived of jobs and government services, people in Baghlan Province are turning to the Taliban for speedy justice and work.




Turkey Softens Terror Law That Jailed Young Kurds (Jul 30)
The Parliament passed a bill reducing the sentences of hundreds of Kurdish youths, some of them guilty only of attending protests.




Gates Assails WikiLeaks Over Release of Reports (Jul 30)
The defense secretary said the breach had endangered lives and damaged the ability of others to trust the U.S.




Body of Second Missing Sailor Found in Afghanistan (Jul 30)
Military officials did not provide details about the death of the sailor, Petty Officer Third Class Jarod Newlove.




Rich I.P.O. Brings Controversy to Microlender, SKS Microfinance (Jul 30)
The founder and early investors in the microlender will reap millions from the share deal, but it was unclear how donors would benefit.




Police Toss Out Arrest Warrant for Chinese Reporter in Hiding (Jul 30)
For China’s investigative journalists, who grapple with censors, the case of a Shanghai reporter appears to offer a positive turn.




More Spending on Weapons Systems Is Urged (Jul 30)
A report said the military is not preparing to counter possible threats from abroad as it focuses on Afghanistan.




China Seeks End to Public Shaming of Suspects (Jul 28)
The Ministry of Public Security has ordered the police to stop parading suspects in public after a growing outcry.




25 Dead in Afghanistan as Bus Hits Mine (Jul 29)
At least 25 were killed in southern Afghanistan when a bus struck a roadside mine, officials said.




More Job-Seekers Hitch Ride on Asian Economy (Jul 28)
European and American job seekers are hoping that Asia is a place where opportunities match their ambitions.