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Bbc News: Opposition Accepts Kagame

For Students 9th - 10th
The opposition leader in the Rwanda 2003 election officially recognized Paul Kagame as the winner, and as the continuing President of Rwanda. Concerns over the election process is reviewed as is the treatment of the opposition party and...
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Bbc News: Rwanda President Sworn In

For Students 9th - 10th
An account of the swearing in of Paul Kagame, the first Rwandan President elected since the 1994 genocide killings. Quotes made by Kagame are noted as are his expectations for the future. The process leading to his windfall election...
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Bbc News: Casualties in the Macedonian Conflict

For Students 9th - 10th
An account of the fighting between the Macedonian military and Albanian insurgents. A direct result of the Balkans clash has been civilian fatalities, displaced persons, and refugees trying to escape the danger of the region. (March 19,...
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Bbc: Eu Criticizes Iranian Elections

For Students 9th - 10th
BBC analyzes the 2004 Parliamentary Elections in Iran through the lens of the European Union in order to gain a better understanding of the tangible tensions between Reformists and Conservatives in the country. (23 February 2004)
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Bbc: Profile: Naji Sabri

For Students 9th - 10th
This article discusses the political career of Naji Sabri, Foreign Minister of Iraq. (October 27, 2002)
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Bbc: Report Concludes No Wmd in Iraq

For Students 9th - 10th
This article examines the Senate's report on prewar intelligence concerning the existence of Weapons of Mass Destruction in Iraq, summarizing the reports key findings and their implications. (October 7, 2004)
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Bbc News: World War I Remembered: The Great War: 80 Years On

For Students 9th - 10th
Using personal accounts and historical analysis, the BBC looks back at what became known as "the war to end all wars." Content includes archived radio interviews and newsreels, soldier letters, battle summaries, general editorials, and...
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Bbc: Laurent Kabila Profile

For Students 9th - 10th
This BBC Profile examines the life of Laurent Kabila, focusing specifically on his role in the Second Congo War and his assassination. (January 17, 2001)
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Bbc: One Year On: Kabila Assassination

For Students 9th - 10th
BBC correspondent Mark Dummett looks back on Laurent Kabila's assassination and what has occurred in the Democratic Republic of Congo since his death. (January 16, 2002)
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Bbc: Who's Who in Iraq: Ayatollah Sistani

For Students 9th - 10th
This profile focuses on the role of Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani in Iraqi politics and government. (26 August 2004)
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Bbc: Q&a: D Day

For Students 9th - 10th
An informative Question and Answer page on D-Day provided by the BBC on the 60th anniversary of the Normandy invasion.
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Bbc: "I Saw British Bombs and Knew It Was War"

For Students 9th - 10th
The events of D-Day unfold through the eyes of a German soldier.
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Bbc: D Day 60th Anniversary Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th
Interactive and self-correcting quiz tests your knowledge of the D-Day invasion.
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Bbc: News: Guide to Climate Change

For Students 9th - 10th
The BBC offers an interactive guide to climate change, including a sliding scale depicting climate change from 1885 to 2099, animation which explores how the greenhouse effect works, and detailed diagrams exploring the carbon cycle, the...
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Bbc: Eu Concern Over Ethiopia Election

For Students 9th - 10th
Discussed is the European Union's concern over the 2005 Ethiopia election.
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Bbc News: Benin's New President Announced

For Students 9th - 10th
Follow the BBCNews details and background of the newly announced president of Benin, Yayi Boni. (March 26, 2006)
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Bbc News: Egypt Votes in Landmark Election

For Students 9th - 10th
This article reports as Egyptians vote in their country's first contested presidential election. The current leader has ruled for 24 years and now, for the first time, faces nine other candidates. (September 7, 2005)
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Bbc News: Violence Claims 1.6 M a Year

For Students 9th - 10th
This article presents a wealth of facts of statistics gathered by The WHO (World Health Organization) on violence. It also presents a discussion on how violence can be reduced.
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Bbc News: Zacarias Moussaoui

For Students 9th - 10th
The BBC profiles ad operative Zacarias Moussaoui who was charged and convicted for his part in the 9/11 U.S. terrorist attacks. Includes a collection of articles about his trial, background of the case, and key trial documents such as...
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Bbc: Europe's Leaders Ponder European Union's Future

For Students 9th - 10th
Discussions between the European Union and its member countries about where the faction is going in the future. Offers the different view points of the member countries on how new countries will join the EU. (2006)
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Bbc: Report Reveals Global Slum Crisis

For Students 9th - 10th
Outlines the problems of the urban populations in Subsaharan African countries. Examines why the people move into these communities and why they get stuck there. (16 June 2006)
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Bbc News: Vladimir Putin Spy Turned Politician

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the BBC report on the news that Boris Yeltsin had resigned and named Vladimir Putin to replace him as Russian president. It provides biographical background and a summary of Putin's political career. (Jan. 1, 2000)
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Bbc News: Prosecution Demands Saddam Death

For Students 9th - 10th
Examines the prosecution's decision to ask for the execution of Saddam Hussein and his vice president. Offers ideas on why the prosecution is asking for the death penalty for the former Baath party leaders. (June 19, 2006)
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Bbc: Zimbabwe's Inflation Steams Ahead

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the extremely high inflation that is going unchecked in Zimbabwe. Hyperinflation is beginning to take control over everything in the country and causing many problems for the people. (June 2006)