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Mauritania coup casts doubts over democracyNOUAKCHOTT, Mauritania - The small clique of army generals who masterminded Mauritania's latest coup say all the right stuff: they want to end authoritarianism, they want elections, they want real democracy. More » |
Egypt's ancient pyramids at Giza get modern makeoverCAIRO, Egypt - The monuments may be glorious, but visiting Egypt's famed Giza Pyramids has long been a nightmare, with hawkers peddling camel rides and trinkets hustling tourists at every turn. More » |
Mugabe gives downbeat assessment of Zimbabwe talksHARARE, Zimbabwe - Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe was downbeat Monday as he left negotiations on his country's political future, but said the talks would continue. More » |