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Is International Migrants Day destined to be a day of mourning?
December 18, 2015Today, December 18, is officially recognized by the United Nations as International Migrants' Day.
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Today in history: Morocco is the first country to recognize the U.S.
December 18, 2015On December 20, 1777, the Kingdom of Morocco became the first country in the world to recognize U.S. independence.
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FARC and Colombian government near successful conclusion of peace talks
December 17, 2015There are now "agreements" on agrarian rights, illegal drugs, political participation, and victims.
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Remembering: The Aztec calendar stone is uncovered
December 17, 2015On December 17, 1790, 225 years ago, one of the wonders of the Western Hemisphere was uncovered.
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Why did Turkey shoot down that Russian warplane?
December 16, 2015It was certainly not because it posed any threat. The plane is old, and the Russians were careful not to arm it with missiles.
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