Following Monday’s protests, in which at least two protesters died, the Iranian government is moving to hold the two opposition leaders who called for the demonstration to be held accountable.
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In Yemen, thousands of people returned to the steets for a fifth day demanding President Ali Abdullah Saleh steps down. At the same time, swelling numbers of government loyalists occupied strategic locations in the capital, chanting slogans and saying they won’t allow pro-democracy protesters to drive the country towards instability and chaos. Al Jazeera’s Hashem Ahelbarra reports.
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The parent company of the New York Stock Exchange has agreed to be acquired by the operator of the Frankfurt stock exchange in a deal that will create the world’s largest financial markets company. (Feb. 15)
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Stars Johnny Depp and Isla Fisher hit the red carpet for the premiere of their new animated film ‘Rango’ (Feb. 15)
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A stray tabby is being enlisted by British Prime Minister David Cameron to help control a rat problem at his official residence at 10 Downing Street in London. (Feb. 15)
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Eight-time world champion boxer Manny Pacquiao was in Washington Tuesday, visiting with Nevada Senator Harry Reid on Capitol Hill. Pacquiao was wrapping up his press tour for his next fight, May 7th against Shane Mosley in Las Vegas. (Feb. 15)
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Nokia’s Stephen Elop is in a hurry to justify his decision to ditch the company’s smart-phone software in favor of Microsoft’s OS. (Feb. 15)
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Secretary of State Hillary Clinton says the Internet can allow people to achieve great things, but also do great harm. She says now is the time to discuss what if any rules should be in place concerning the Web. (Feb. 15)
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A judge has ordered Italian Premier Silvio Berlusconi to stand trial in a prostitution probe. The proceeding is set to begin April 6th in Milan. (Feb. 15)
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A southwest Florida deputy hit a pedestrian who was walking her bicycle with his patrol car. (Feb. 15)
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