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Hilary Swank Affair: Divas and Despots

Hollywood actress Hilary Swank has said she ‘regrets’ partying with Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov, and was unaware of allegations of human rights abuses against the autocrat. But she is not alone.

Chilean Miners Rescue One Year Later: Miners Struggle With Life

One year ago today, the rescue of 33 Chilean miners who had been trapped nearly half a mile underground for 69 days began. Immediately after the daring rescue from the San Jose mine, fame and admiration were thrust upon the "Los 33" as the story of their horrific ordeal and survival became worldwide news.

Gilad Shalit Deal: Varied World Media Reaction

The news that Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit will soon be released after five years being held captive by militant Palestinians has provoked strong reactions across the world. Here we take a look at the way the story has been covered in the U.S., the U.K., and the Middle East.

French Socialist Presidential Primaries: Who Will Face Sarkozy?

The race for the socialist presidential candidate has now truly started after an unprecedented open primary held on Sunday saw previous presidential runner up Segolene Royale ousted, leaving Francois Hollande, and Martine Aubry to fight for the chance to run against President Nicholas Sarkozy in next year's presidential election.