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Bullets Stall Youthful Push for Arab Spring

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 07:10 PM PDT

The movement for change in the Arab world is not necessarily over, but it has run up against dictators willing to use lethal force to preserve their power.

Group of 7 To Intervene To Stabilize Yen’s Value

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 07:48 PM PDT

The leading industrial nations will intervene in currency exchange markets to stop the rise of the yen and help Japan's export markets.

Radiation Fears and Distrust Push Thousands From Homes

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 07:48 PM PDT

The spreading panic is caused in part by distrust that the Japanese government is telling the full truth about the nuclear accidents and how widespread the danger is.

The Lede: Latest Updates on Japan's Nuclear Crisis and Earthquake Aftermath

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 04:36 PM PDT

On Thursday, The Lede continues to supplement reporting from our colleagues in Japan on the aftermath of last week's devastating earthquake, including efforts to regain control of a damaged nuclear plant.

U.N. Approves Airstrikes to Halt Attacks by Qaddafi Forces

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 07:59 PM PDT

The Security Council approved a measure on Thursday authorizing "all necessary measures" to protect Libyan civilians from harm at the hands of forces loyal to Colonel Muammar el-Qaddafi.

Wall Street Ends Higher; Yen Strengthens

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 01:23 PM PDT

Investors seem to have focused on a conference call in which finance ministers and central bankers from the Group of 7 countries will discuss Japan.

France Advances Inquiry Into Deadly Airbus Crash

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 12:58 PM PDT

Airbus said a French judge had placed it under investigation on allegations of involuntary manslaughter for the 2009 crash of an Air France jet.

More Arrests Likely in Pedophile Raid

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 01:39 PM PDT

Investigators said that hundreds of further arrests may yet follow after international police teams revealed this week what they described as the biggest online pedophile network uncovered so far.

Radiation Spread Seen; Frantic Repairs Go On

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 07:40 PM PDT

The first readings from American data-collection flights over the stricken Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant in Japan show that the worst contamination has not spread beyond the 19-mile range of highest concern established by Japanese authorities.

Nearly Half a Million Japanese in Shelters, as Tolls Rise and Foreigners Flee

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 03:01 PM PDT

Officials said confirmed deaths had climbed to 5,692, and foreign governments stepped up efforts to move their citizens out of harm's way or out of Japan entirely.

Old Arab Ties May Harm New Ones

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 05:37 PM PDT

The C.I.A.'s relationships with governments in Libya and Bahrain may have blinded the United States to undercurrents of dissent.

In India, Leaked Cable About Bribes Sets Off a Furor

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 07:50 PM PDT

India's parliament erupted in outrage on Thursday over a report that described bribes to secure passage of a 2008 vote on a nuclear deal between India and the United States.

Aristide Heads Home to Haiti as Election Nears

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 06:32 PM PDT

Despite warnings that his return could provide another tumultuous development, the twice exiled former president of Haiti was preparing to leave his adopted home in South Africa.

Dozens Injured in Clashes in Yemen

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 05:40 PM PDT

About 10 protesters were shot with live ammunition, and hundreds were injured from tear gas and rocks in a clash with security in the port city of Hodeidah on Wednesday.

Danger of Spent Fuel Outweighs Reactor Threat

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 01:38 PM PDT

Years of procrastination in deciding on long-term disposal of fuel rods are now coming back to haunt Japan.

Qaddafi Warns of Assault on Benghazi as U.N. Vote Nears

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 02:26 PM PDT

As the Security Council neared a vote on a no-flight zone, Col. Muammar el-Qaddafi warned residents in Benghazi that an attack was imminent, saying, "We are coming tonight."

Magazine Preview: Why Yasir Qadhi Wants to Talk About Jihad

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 04:20 PM PDT

To prevent violent extremism in the U.S., the Muslim cleric says he must talk openly to his young followers. But can the J-word even be part of the conversation?

The Times Announces Digital Subscription Plan

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 07:21 PM PDT

Under the plan, which begins on March 28, visitors to NYTimes.com will be able to read 20 articles a month free. The most frequent users will pay $15 for a four-week subscription; print subscribers will have unlimited access.

Letter: A Letter to Our Readers About Digital Subscriptions

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 07:12 PM PDT

Publisher Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Jr. announces details of the New York Times plan for subscriptions to nytimes.com and mobile apps.

Drone Attack Kills Civilians in Pakistan

Posted: 17 Mar 2011 07:10 PM PDT

Drone aircraft pounded North Waziristan with missiles on Thursday, killing at least 26 people, many of them civilians, according to local media.