In affluent S. Korea, the older generation falls into poverty
South Korea has risen from the economic ashes, but its old are increasingly poor.
China’s economy grew 7.7 percent in 2013
Signs of a slowdown emerge as the Beijing government reins in a debt-fueled investment binge.
Missionary Bae, jailed in N. Korea, wants U.S. to help him
The American, imprisoned for more than a year, said he wants to return to his family as soon as possible.
Attack on base in Afghanistan kills at least one
The Taliban claimed responsibility for the complex attack, which killed a member of U.S.-led coalition forces.
Attack on restaurant in Afghan capital kills at least 21
At least two Americans were among the victims of the commando-style raid on a popular restaurant.
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