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BASRA, IRAQ - OCTOBER 18: People gather around a Land Rover as it arrives at the village Al Houta on October 18 2008 near Basra, Iraq. The trip by the 51 Sqn Royal Air Force Regiment Force Protection Wing was part of a 'key leader engagement' (KLE) visit to the village close to the Basra Airbase to recruit local labour and engage with the village shiek. Visits of this type are seen as key in efforts to continue winning the support of the local Iraqi population. Although improved security in the region has brought some benefits such as improved trade and commerce, much of the infrastructure remains in a poor state of repair. Britain's Prime Minister Gordon Brown has indicated that the number of UK troops could be scaled down - especially as the security situation in the south of the country continues to improve.
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Democratic presidential nominee Senator Barack Obama (D-IL) speaks during a campaign rally in the rain at the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia, September 27, 2008.
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A puppy stands on a truck carrying people to be evacuated from the area in preparation for the approach of Hurricane Gustav in Batabano, on the southern coast of Cuba, August 30, 2008. Powerful Hurricane Gustav roared toward western Cuba on Saturday with 125 mph (205 kph) winds on its way to the oil-rich Gulf of Mexico after a deadly pass through the Caribbean.
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BANGKOK, THAILAND - AUGUST 30: A member of Anti-government People's Alliance for Democracy (PAD) stands behind barbed wire outside Government on August 30, 2008, in Bangkok, Thailand. The protesters want to unseat the seven-month old coalition government lead by Prime Minister Samak Sundaravej.
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Radek Stepanek of the Czech Republic reacts after winning his quarterfinal match 2-6, 6-4, 6-3 against Sweden's Robin Soderling during the Brisbane International tennis tournament held in Brisbane, Australia, Friday, Jan. 9, 2009.
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Florida Gators David Nelson (R) catches a touchdown pass next to Oklahoma Sooners Keenan Clayton (L) during the fourth quarter in the NCAA's BCS National Championship football game in Miami, January 8, 2009.
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Aboriginal traditional dancers from Arnhem Land in Australia's Northern Territory who call themselves the "Chooky Dancers" perform during a media preview for the Sydney Festival on January 9, 2009. The Chooky Dancers, who have become an international hit on the internet after their unique dance interpretation of Zorba the Greek, will perform at the Sydney Festival which will be held on January 10-31.
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An Israeli attack helicopter fires flares as seen from the border between Israel and the Gaza Strip, Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009. Lebanese militants fired at least three rockets into northern Israel early Thursday, ripping through a crowded nursing home and threatening to open a new front for the Jewish state as it pushed forward with a bloody offensive in the Gaza Strip that has killed nearly 700 people.
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Mount Everest, the highest peak in the world, with an altitude of 8,848 meters (29,028 feet), is seen in this aerial view taken from a passenger aircraft flying over Nepal at a height of 9,144 meters (30,000 feet), November 9, 2008. Everest is part of the Himalayan mountain range along the border of Nepal and Tibet. In background is the Tibetan Plateau. Picture taken November 9, 2008.
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A Tibetan man ploughs a field near Gyabon Hamlet located near the base camp of Mount Everest, also known as Qomolangma, in the Tibet Autonomous Region May 9, 2008. An envoy to the Dalai Lama said on Thursday Chinese negotiators had shown a willingness to engage with the Tibetan side during recent talks, despite major differences on important issues.
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The summit of the world's highest mountain Mount Everest, also known as Qomolangma, is covered in cloud as climbers from the Olympic torch relay team reach the top in the Tibet Autonomous Region May 8, 2008. Heavy snowfall during the past week had hampered efforts for the Olympic torch's ascent, but the team of 31 Chinese climbers, 22 of them ethnic Tibetans, reached Everest's summit with the Olympic flame this morning.
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Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern, right, after he received his Honorary Degree Citation from the Chancellor, former U.S Senator George Mitchell, left, at Queens University, Belfast, Northern Ireland, Thursday, May 22, 2008. Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair appeared by a pre-recorded video link message, while Ahern accepted his degree in person. They both received law doctorates for distinction in public service and their roles in the peace process. It marks the start of a two-day conference, led by former talks chairman, George Mitchell, at Queen's. The joint initiative with Georgetown University is examining the lessons of the Northern Ireland peace process and how it can help other trouble spots around the globe.
Outgoing Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern (L) and new Prime Minister Brian Cowen share a light moment as they attend the national commemoration for the leaders of the 1916 Rising at Arbour Hill in Dublin, Ireland, on May 7, 2008. Ireland's incoming prime minister Brian Cowen acknowledged the challenges ahead Thursday, as he prepared to take office facing growing economic gloom and the prospect of a crunch EU poll next month. Speaking hours before his election by the Irish Dail, or parliament, he said he was eager to get started after succeeding veteran leader Bertie Ahern, who oversaw an unprecedented economic boom during his 11 years in power.
Outgoing Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern (L) and new Prime Minister Brian Cowen share a light moment as they attend the national commemoration for the leaders of the 1916 Rising at Arbour Hill in Dublin, Ireland, on May 7, 2008. Ireland's incoming prime minister Brian Cowen acknowledged the challenges ahead Thursday, as he prepared to take office facing growing economic gloom and the prospect of a crunch EU poll next month. Speaking hours before his election by the Irish Dail, or parliament, he said he was eager to get started after succeeding veteran leader Bertie Ahern, who oversaw an unprecedented economic boom during his 11 years in power.
Outgoing Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern (L) and new Prime Minister Brian Cowen share a light moment as they attend the national commemoration for the leaders of the 1916 Rising at Arbour Hill in Dublin, Ireland, on May 7, 2008. Ireland's incoming prime minister Brian Cowen acknowledged the challenges ahead Thursday, as he prepared to take office facing growing economic gloom and the prospect of a crunch EU poll next month. Speaking hours before his election by the Irish Dail, or parliament, he said he was eager to get started after succeeding veteran leader Bertie Ahern, who oversaw an unprecedented economic boom during his 11 years in power.
Outgoing Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern (L) and new Prime Minister Brian Cowen share a light moment as they attend the national commemoration for the leaders of the 1916 Rising at Arbour Hill in Dublin, Ireland, on May 7, 2008. Ireland's incoming prime minister Brian Cowen acknowledged the challenges ahead Thursday, as he prepared to take office facing growing economic gloom and the prospect of a crunch EU poll next month. Speaking hours before his election by the Irish Dail, or parliament, he said he was eager to get started after succeeding veteran leader Bertie Ahern, who oversaw an unprecedented economic boom during his 11 years in power.
CROPPED VERSION - Irish Prime Minister (Taoiseach) Bertie Ahern (R) tenders his resignation to President Mary McAleese (3rd L) at her official resident on the outskirts of Dublin on May 6, 2008. Ahern, 56, elected Taoiseach (prime minister) in 1997, will remain as head of the government formally until Wednesday, when his finance minister Brian Cowen is expected to be elected his successor in the Dail, or parliament.
Irish Prime Minister (Taoiseach) Bertie Ahern (R) tenders his resignation to President Mary McAleese (3rd L) at her official resident on the outskirts of Dublin on May 6, 2008. Ahern, 56, elected Taoiseach (prime minister) in 1997, will remain as head of the government formally until Wednesday, when his finance minister Brian Cowen is expected to be elected his successor in the Dail, or parliament.
Irish Prime Minister (Taoiseach) Bertie Ahern (R) tenders his resignation to President Mary McAleese (3rd L) at her official resident on the outskirts of Dublin on May 6, 2008. Ahern, 56, elected Taoiseach (prime minister) in 1997, will remain as head of the government formally until Wednesday, when his finance minister Brian Cowen is expected to be elected his successor in the Dail, or parliament.
Irish Prime Minister (Taoiseach) Bertie Ahern (R) and President Mary McAleese (3rd L) leave a room following Ahern's resignation at her official resident on the outskirts of Dublin on May 6, 2008. Ahern, 56, elected Taoiseach (prime minister) in 1997, will remain as head of the government formally until Wednesday, when his finance minister Brian Cowen is expected to be elected his successor in the Dail, or parliament.
Irish Prime Minister (Taoiseach) Bertie Ahern (R) signs his resignation beside unseen President Mary McAleese at her official resident on the outskirts of Dublin on May 6, 2008. Ahern, 56, elected Taoiseach (prime minister) in 1997, will remain as head of the government formally until Wednesday, when his finance minister Brian Cowen is expected to be elected his successor in the Dail, or parliament.
Irish Prime Minister (Taoiseach) Bertie Ahern (R) signs his resignation beside President Mary McAleese at her official resident on the outskirts of Dublin on May 6, 2008. Ahern, 56, elected Taoiseach (prime minister) in 1997, will remain as head of the government formally until Wednesday, when his finance minister Brian Cowen is expected to be elected his successor in the Dail, or parliament.
Irish Taoiseach (Prime Minister) Bertie Ahern (L) and Northern Ireland's First Minister Ian Paisley hold swords during the official opening of the Battle of the Boyne site in Drogheda, Ireland, on May 6, 2008. Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern, one of Europe's longest-serving leaders, was preparing to step down Tuesday after admitting his premiership was overshadowed by alleged financial wrongdoing. Ahern, 56, elected Taoiseach (prime minister) in 1997, was to hand over his seal of office to President Mary McAleese after spending his last day in office notably attending an event at a historic battleground.
Irish Taoiseach (Prime Minister) Bertie Ahern (L) and Northern Ireland's First Minister Ian Paisley hold swords during the official opening of the Battle of the Boyne site in Drogheda, Ireland, on May 6, 2008. Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern, one of Europe's longest-serving leaders, was preparing to step down Tuesday after admitting his premiership was overshadowed by alleged financial wrongdoing. Ahern, 56, elected Taoiseach (prime minister) in 1997, was to hand over his seal of office to President Mary McAleese after spending his last day in office notably attending an event at a historic battleground.
Irish Taoiseach (Prime Minister) Bertie Ahern (L) and Northern Ireland's First Minister Ian Paisley hold swords during the official opening of the Battle of the Boyne site in Drogheda, Ireland, on May 6, 2008. Irish Prime Minister Bertie Ahern, one of Europe's longest-serving leaders, was preparing to step down Tuesday after admitting his premiership was overshadowed by alleged financial wrongdoing. Ahern, 56, elected Taoiseach (prime minister) in 1997, was to hand over his seal of office to President Mary McAleese after spending his last day in office notably attending an event at a historic battleground.
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