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Dozens Killed In Blast Along India-Pakistan Border

11:49am February 23, 2015

by Philip Reeves

A suicide bomber killed more than 50 people on Pakistan's side of the Wagah border crossing with India. The bomber apparently targeted spectators returning from a famous flag lowering ceremony.

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Economy

Honda's President Resigns, After A Troubled Year For Carmaker

11:32am February 23, 2015

by Bill Chappell

Takanobu Ito, who has led Honda since 2009, will leave his post in June, giving way to Takahiro Hachigo, an executive who began his career as an engineer.

Obama Tree Isn't Dead; It Just Looks That Way

11:25am February 23, 2015

During his visit to India, President Obama planted a tree. It was covered in leaves just three weeks ago, and now it is bare. Authorities say that type of tree often loses leaves this time of year.

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Mamuedeh Kanneh was married to Laiye Barwor, the man who brought Ebola to Barkedu, Liberia. He died of the virus. She now cares for her children as well as children who lost their parents to the disease.

Life After Ebola: What It Takes For A Village To Be Resilient

9:18am February 23, 2015

by Laura Starecheski

Some think of resilience as a solo act. But the villagers of Barkedu are helping each other move forward in the wake of tragedy. Psychologist Jack Saul shares insights into "community resilience."

Bangladeshi rescue workers carry the dead body of one of the victims after a river ferry carrying about 100 passengers capsized Sunday.

World News

Bangladesh Ferry Accident Kills Dozens

12:19am February 23, 2015

by Scott Neuman

The vessel, carrying more than 100 passengers, capsized after being hit by a cargo ship about 25 miles northwest of the capital Dhaka.

Chilean Cyclist Nearing Record Killed By Truck In Rural Thailand

8:09pm February 22, 2015

by Scott Neuman

Juan Francisco Guillermo, 47, had been hoping to set a Guinness record by cycling more than 155,000 miles on five continents over five years.

Youjung Jung takes a customer's order for a new outfit at her store Hanbok Story in Queens, N.Y.

Arts

Korean Tailors Try To Keep The Lunar New Year Hanbok Ritual Alive

11:06pm February 21, 2015

by Hansi Lo Wang

A new year's tradition of wearing a new, custom-tailored outfit to celebrate the Lunar New Year is fading in Korean culture.

Indonesian President Joko Widodo inspects an honor guard during a visit to Manila, Philippines, on Feb. 9. Widodo's supporters see him as very different from the strongmen who have long run Indonesia. But he has dismayed some of his backers with his stron

World News

Indonesia's President: Fan Of Megadeth, Defender Of Death Penalty

9:20am February 21, 2015

by Anthony Kuhn

Indonesia's recently elected President Joko Widodo is a heavy metal fan seen as an advocate for human rights and political change. But his strong stance on the death penalty has dismayed many.

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A close-up view of Indian Prime Minister Narenda Modi's dark pinstripe suit, repeatedly embroidered with the words "Narendra Damodardas Modi."

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Modi's Fancy Pinstripe Suit Lands $694,000 At Auction

8:44am February 21, 2015

by Julie McCarthy

A suit worn by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi when he met President Obama is up for auction. The suit, which has the Prime Minister's name in pinstripes is expected to fetch more than $200,000.

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A mother holds her ailing son at a special clinic for malaria in Myanmar.

The World Could Be On The Verge Of Losing A Powerful Malaria Drug

7:21pm February 20, 2015

by Jason Beaubien

Malaria parasites in Myanmar are learning how to fend off the incredibly effective drug called artemisinin. That could cause a lot of problems there — and beyond.

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