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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. From Getty Images.

      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.

    • 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. From Reuters Pictures by Reuters.

      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.

    • 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. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

      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.

    • 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. From Getty Images.

      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. From AP Photo by Tertius Pickard.

      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.

    • 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. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

      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.

    • 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. From Getty Images by AFP/Getty Images.

      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. From AP Photo by Ariel Schalit.

      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.

    • 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. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

      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.

    • 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. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

      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.

    • 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. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

      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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In this Nov. 13, 2008 file image released by Blizzard Entertainment, fans wait in line to purchase copies of the second expansion World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King at a midnight video game launch in Anaheim, Calif. From AP Photo by Derek Bauer.

In this Nov. 13, 2008 file image released by Blizzard Entertainment, fans wait in line to purchase copies of the second expansion World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King at a midnight video game launch in Anaheim, Calif.

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In this image released by Blizzard Entertainment, developers sign copies of the second expansion World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King at a midnight video game launch, Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, in Anaheim, Calif. From AP Photo by Derek Bauer.

In this image released by Blizzard Entertainment, developers sign copies of the second expansion World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King at a midnight video game launch, Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, in Anaheim, Calif.

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In this image released by Blizzard Entertainment, fans wait in line to purchase copies of the second expansion World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King at a midnight video game launch, Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, in Anaheim, Calif. From AP Photo by Derek Bauer.

In this image released by Blizzard Entertainment, fans wait in line to purchase copies of the second expansion World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King at a midnight video game launch, Thursday, Nov. 13, 2008, in Anaheim, Calif.

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LAS VEGAS - FEBRUARY 07:  Frank Pearce Jr. (L), senior vice president of Blizzard Entertainment, and Robert Pardo, vice president of game design for Blizzard Entertainment, accept the award for Massively Multiplayer Game of the Year for "World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade" at the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences' 11th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards at the Red Rock Casino February 7, 2008 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The awards honor people and products in the video game industry. From Getty Images by Getty Images for the Academy of.

LAS VEGAS - FEBRUARY 07: Frank Pearce Jr. (L), senior vice president of Blizzard Entertainment, and Robert Pardo, vice president of game design for Blizzard Entertainment, accept the award for Massively Multiplayer Game of the Year for "World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade" at the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences' 11th Annual Interactive Achievement Awards at the Red Rock Casino February 7, 2008 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The awards honor people and products in the video game industry.

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Visitors watch the game StarCraft at the Blizzard Entertainment booth at the Games Convention, the fair for interactive entertainment in Leipzig, eastern Germany, Thursday, Aug. 23, 2007. More than 500 exhibitors from 31 countries present their new products until Aug. 26, 2007. From AP Photo by ECKEHARD SCHULZ.

Visitors watch the game StarCraft at the Blizzard Entertainment booth at the Games Convention, the fair for interactive entertainment in Leipzig, eastern Germany, Thursday, Aug. 23, 2007. More than 500 exhibitors from 31 countries present their new products until Aug. 26, 2007.

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LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 27:  Rob Pardo, VP Game Design, Blizzard Entertainment participates in a discussion titled "Creating Parallel Community Experiences Between Films and MMOs" at day two of the Hollywood And Games Conference at the Hollywood Renaissance Hotel on June 27, 2007 in Los Angeles, California. From Getty Images.

LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 27: Rob Pardo, VP Game Design, Blizzard Entertainment participates in a discussion titled "Creating Parallel Community Experiences Between Films and MMOs" at day two of the Hollywood And Games Conference at the Hollywood Renaissance Hotel on June 27, 2007 in Los Angeles, California.

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Blizzard Entertainment, a division of Vivendi Games, provided this image from the game "World of Warcraft."  Vivendi SA on Sunday, Dec. 2, 2007 said that it plans to acquire a controlling stake in Activision Inc. and combine the company with Vivendi Games in a deal that would create a rival to Electronic Arts Inc. as the world's largest video game publisher. From AP Photo by Anonymous.

Blizzard Entertainment, a division of Vivendi Games, provided this image from the game "World of Warcraft." Vivendi SA on Sunday, Dec. 2, 2007 said that it plans to acquire a controlling stake in Activision Inc. and combine the company with Vivendi Games in a deal that would create a rival to Electronic Arts Inc. as the world's largest video game publisher.

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Mike Morhaimepresident and co-founder of Blizzard Entertainment, explains "StarCraft 2" during the Blizzard World Wide Invitation in Seoul, 19 May 2007. Blizzard Entertainment, a US based computer game developer and publisher, announced its new game "StarCraft 2" developed in 3D with a new race and lots of changes for existing units From Getty Images by AFP/Getty Images.

Mike Morhaimepresident and co-founder of Blizzard Entertainment, explains "StarCraft 2" during the Blizzard World Wide Invitation in Seoul, 19 May 2007. Blizzard Entertainment, a US based computer game developer and publisher, announced its new game "StarCraft 2" developed in 3D with a new race and lots of changes for existing units

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Mike Morhaime (R-bottom), president and co-founder of Blizzard Entertainment, explains "StarCraft 2" during the Blizzard World Wide Invitation in Seoul, 19 May 2007. Blizzard Entertainment, a US based computer game developer and publisher, announced its new game "StarCraft 2" developed in 3D with a new race and lots of changes for existing units From Getty Images by AFP/Getty Images.

Mike Morhaime (R-bottom), president and co-founder of Blizzard Entertainment, explains "StarCraft 2" during the Blizzard World Wide Invitation in Seoul, 19 May 2007. Blizzard Entertainment, a US based computer game developer and publisher, announced its new game "StarCraft 2" developed in 3D with a new race and lots of changes for existing units

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Dustin Browder (R-bottom), senior game designer of Blizzard Entertainment, explains "StarCraft 2" during the Blizzard World Wide Invitation in Seoul, 19 May 2007. Blizzard Entertainment, a US based computer game developer and publisher, announced its new game "StarCraft 2" developed in 3D with a new race and lots of changes for existing units From Getty Images by AFP/Getty Images.

Dustin Browder (R-bottom), senior game designer of Blizzard Entertainment, explains "StarCraft 2" during the Blizzard World Wide Invitation in Seoul, 19 May 2007. Blizzard Entertainment, a US based computer game developer and publisher, announced its new game "StarCraft 2" developed in 3D with a new race and lots of changes for existing units

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This undated screen shot provided by Blizzard Entertainment shows "World of Warcraft: the Burning Crusade." From AP Photo by Blizzard Entertainment.

This undated screen shot provided by Blizzard Entertainment shows "World of Warcraft: the Burning Crusade."

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Customers redeem their copies of "Wrath of the Lich King" during its launch in Singapore November 14, 2008. "Wrath of the Lich King" is the second expansion set for World of Warcraft, a Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game (MMORPG) by Blizzard Entertainment, the games unit of France's Vivendi SA. Europe's largest entertainment group, Vivendi, kept its 2008 financial goals on Thursday despite the global economic crisis and confirmed its policy to grow the dividend. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

Customers redeem their copies of "Wrath of the Lich King" during its launch in Singapore November 14, 2008. "Wrath of the Lich King" is the second expansion set for World of Warcraft, a Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game (MMORPG) by Blizzard Entertainment, the games unit of France's Vivendi SA. Europe's largest entertainment group, Vivendi, kept its 2008 financial goals on Thursday despite the global economic crisis and confirmed its policy to grow the dividend.

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A customer walks past gaming memorabilia after receiving his copy of "Wrath of the Lich King", which is launched in Singapore November 14, 2008. "Wrath of the Lich King" is the second expansion set for World of Warcraft, a Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game (MMORPG) by Blizzard Entertainment, the games unit of France's Vivendi SA. Europe's largest entertainment group, Vivendi, kept its 2008 financial goals on Thursday despite the global economic crisis and confirmed its policy to grow the dividend. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

A customer walks past gaming memorabilia after receiving his copy of "Wrath of the Lich King", which is launched in Singapore November 14, 2008. "Wrath of the Lich King" is the second expansion set for World of Warcraft, a Massively Multiplayer Online Role Playing Game (MMORPG) by Blizzard Entertainment, the games unit of France's Vivendi SA. Europe's largest entertainment group, Vivendi, kept its 2008 financial goals on Thursday despite the global economic crisis and confirmed its policy to grow the dividend.

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Computer gamers attend the first day of BlizzCon 2008 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California October 10, 2008. The annual BlizzCon convention which started in 2005 is a gathering of some 20,000 video game players who play the video game "World of Warcraft" made by Blizzard Entertainment. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

Computer gamers attend the first day of BlizzCon 2008 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California October 10, 2008. The annual BlizzCon convention which started in 2005 is a gathering of some 20,000 video game players who play the video game "World of Warcraft" made by Blizzard Entertainment.

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A life-size model of one of the characters from the computer game "World of Warcraft" is on display at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California October 10, 2008. The annual BlizzCon convention which started in 2005 is a gathering of some 20,000 video game players who play the video game "World of Warcraft" made by Blizzard Entertainment. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

A life-size model of one of the characters from the computer game "World of Warcraft" is on display at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California October 10, 2008. The annual BlizzCon convention which started in 2005 is a gathering of some 20,000 video game players who play the video game "World of Warcraft" made by Blizzard Entertainment.

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Job seekers in the computer gaming industry line up at a Blizzard Entertainment booth during the annual BlizzCon convention in Anaheim, California October 10, 2008. The annual BlizzCon convention which started in 2005 is a gathering of some 20,000 video game players who play the video game "World of Warcraft" made by Blizzard Entertainment. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

Job seekers in the computer gaming industry line up at a Blizzard Entertainment booth during the annual BlizzCon convention in Anaheim, California October 10, 2008. The annual BlizzCon convention which started in 2005 is a gathering of some 20,000 video game players who play the video game "World of Warcraft" made by Blizzard Entertainment.

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Attendees pose for a picture in a cut-out of one of the characters from the computer game "World of Warcraft" at the annual BlizzCon convention in the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California October 10, 2008. The annual BlizzCon convention which started in 2005 is a gathering of some 20,000 video game players who play the video game "World of Warcraft" made by Blizzard Entertainment. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

Attendees pose for a picture in a cut-out of one of the characters from the computer game "World of Warcraft" at the annual BlizzCon convention in the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California October 10, 2008. The annual BlizzCon convention which started in 2005 is a gathering of some 20,000 video game players who play the video game "World of Warcraft" made by Blizzard Entertainment.

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Hundreds of computer gamers play the game "World Of Warcraft" during the first day of BlizzCon 2008 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California October 10, 2008. Started in 2005 the annual BlizzCon convention is a gathering of some 20 thousand computer game players who play "World of Warcraft" made by Blizzard Entertainment. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

Hundreds of computer gamers play the game "World Of Warcraft" during the first day of BlizzCon 2008 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California October 10, 2008. Started in 2005 the annual BlizzCon convention is a gathering of some 20 thousand computer game players who play "World of Warcraft" made by Blizzard Entertainment.

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A convention attendee dressed like a character from the computer game "World of Warcraft" walks through the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California October 10, 2008. The annual BlizzCon convention which started in 2005 is a gathering of some 20,000 video game players who play the video game "World of Warcraft" made by Blizzard Entertainment. From Reuters Pictures by REUTERS.

A convention attendee dressed like a character from the computer game "World of Warcraft" walks through the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California October 10, 2008. The annual BlizzCon convention which started in 2005 is a gathering of some 20,000 video game players who play the video game "World of Warcraft" made by Blizzard Entertainment.

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South Koreans test a new version of "StarCraft 2" which has upgraded the "Zerg" species of character, during a press conference by US game developer Blizzard Entertainment in Seoul on March 10, 2008. Starcraft is South Korea's most popular on-line game which has attracted millions of players. From Getty Images by AFP/Getty Images.

South Koreans test a new version of "StarCraft 2" which has upgraded the "Zerg" species of character, during a press conference by US game developer Blizzard Entertainment in Seoul on March 10, 2008. Starcraft is South Korea's most popular on-line game which has attracted millions of players.

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A man walks past a poster showing Kerrigan, an imaginary character which represents "Zerg," one of three species in the on-line game Starcraft, during a press conference by US game developer Blizzard Entertainment where they introduced Starcraft II, in Seoul on March 10, 2008. Starcraft is South Korea's most popular on-line game which has attracted millions of players. From Getty Images by AFP/Getty Images.

A man walks past a poster showing Kerrigan, an imaginary character which represents "Zerg," one of three species in the on-line game Starcraft, during a press conference by US game developer Blizzard Entertainment where they introduced Starcraft II, in Seoul on March 10, 2008. Starcraft is South Korea's most popular on-line game which has attracted millions of players.

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