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N Korea urged on 'path of peace'

The US calls on North Korea to pursue a "path of peace" following the death of leader Kim Jong-il, as it holds urgent talks with regional powers.


Protesters in Damascus. Photo: 19 December 2011Syria army deserters 'shot dead'

Dozens of army deserters are shot dead by Syrian troops as they tried to flee their bases and join anti-government protests, activists say.

AT&T and T-Mobile logosAT&T ends bid to buy T-Mobile USA

US telecoms giant AT&T has said it will not pursue its $39bn bid to buy T-Mobile USA after running into government objections.

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