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Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Syria - Assad speech denounced by opposition

Published on Jan 10, 2012 by Euronews

http://www.euronews.net/ Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's speech was watched closely beyond the country's borders.

In Turkey, prominent Syrian dissident and former judge Haitham al-Maleh thought the content could not be taken seriously.

"His speech is made up of propaganda and lies," he said. "He wants to say to the international community and to the Arab community that he is good and he is going to change but he will not. He is not going to do anything."

Also in Istanbul, there was condemnation from the largest opposition group, the Syrian National Council.

USA - Raw Video: Protesters Re-enter Zuccotti Park

Published on Jan 10, 2012 by AssociatedPress

Barricades surrounding the park that served as a camp for Occupy Wall Street protesters in New York were removed Tuesday, allowing protesters to stream back in. The mood at Zuccotti Park was celebratory, but calm. (Jan. 10)

Today in History for Jan. 11th U.S. government warns of smoking risks, Amelia Earhart becomes first....

Published on Jan 10, 2012 by AssociatedPress

Highlights of this day in history: U.S. government warns of smoking risks, Amelia Earhart becomes first woman to fly solo across Pacific, Major League Baseball introduces designated hitter. (Jan. 11)