In This EditionFormer Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon passed away at the age of 85.

Fighting between Iraqi soldiers and al-Qaida-linked militants continues in the city of Fallujah, in the western Anbar province.

South Korea and the United States reach a deal on sharing defence costs.

Businesses in the Thai capital are concerned about the potential impact a planned opposition shutdown of Bangkok will have on the economy..

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