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London Police Make Progress on Bombings

U.K. Police Arrest Seven Linked to Failed July 21 Bombs

As part of what police say is the continuing investigation into the attempted attacks on London on July 21, seven more arrests were made, during two raids in southeast England.

U.K. Police Arrest Seven Linked to Failed July 21 Bombs

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Drafters of Iraq's Constitution Consider Seeking Extension

The Iraqi committee drafting the country's new constitution may need more time to complete the task. Several fundamental issues are still unsolved and many committee members say the August 15 deadline can't be met. NPR's Philip Reeves in Baghdad has the latest developments.

Drafters of Iraq's Constitution Consider Seeking Extension

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Iraqis May Seek Extension on Constitution

Sunday morning, the committee working on drafting the new Iraqi constitution announced they might ask for a 30-day extension. Host Liane Hansen speaks with NPR's Philip Reeves in Baghdad.

Iraqis May Seek Extension on Constitution

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Pakistan to Expel Foreign Students at Religious Schools

In an effort to combat terrorism, Pakistan's President Pervez Musharraf announced Friday that the country would expel foreign students attending religious schools, or madrassas. At least one of the July 7 bombers in London visited a Pakistani madrassa. Roland Buerk of the BBC has more details.

Pakistan to Expel Foreign Students at Religious Schools

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Middle East

Iranian Political Prisoner on Hunger Strike Nears Death

Iran's best-known political prisoner Akbar Ganji lies near death, 51 days into a hunger strike. Jahanshah Javid, publisher of the web journal Iranian.com, discusses Ganji's stance on the separation of mosque and state in Iran.

Iranian Political Prisoner on Hunger Strike Nears Death

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Radio Almahaba, Reaching Iraq's Women

Human-rights groups are concerned the Iraqi constitution will place restrictions on women's freedom in areas such as property rights and divorce. Host Jacki Lyden talks about the future role of women in Iraq with Bushra al Samarai, who helped establish a radio station for Iraqi women.

Radio Almahaba, Reaching Iraq's Women

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Opinion

Northern Ireland at Peace

Kevin Cullen of the Boston Globe has been covering events in Northern Ireland for 20 years. He offers his reflections on the announcement Thursday by the Irish Republican Army that it will give up its arms and forego violence.

Northern Ireland at Peace

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London Police Make Progress on Bombings

British Muslim Gathering to Reflect on London Bombings

This weekend, about 4,500 British Muslims gathered in northeast England for a festival called Living Islam. It's a chance for British Muslims to reflect on the London bombings and its repercussions, reaffirm their beliefs -- and have some fun.

British Muslim Gathering to Reflect on London Bombings

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Food Aid Arrives in Niger, Belatedly

Relief food supplies begin to arrive in the West African nation of Niger, months after calls for help first went out. The United Nations says it will feed 2.5 million people, but food shortages are grave throughout the Sahara desert region.

Food Aid Arrives in Niger, Belatedly

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Saturday

U.S. Air Force Must Give Up Uzbek Base

The central Asian nation of Uzbekistan says the United States will no longer be able to use an air base that is a key hub for operations in Afghanistan. American forces have six months to vacate the base. Relief operations are likely to be hurt, too.

U.S. Air Force Must Give Up Uzbek Base

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National

Counterterrorism: Training Transportation Screeners

Sgt. Peter DiDomenica of the Massachusetts State Police tells Scott Simon how he goes about training airport and mass transit security screeners to recognize potential terrorists. It's the first of a series on efforts to fight terrorism.

Counterterrorism: Training Transportation Screeners

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London Police Make Progress on Bombings

Armed Police Presence New to London Streets

Many Londoners are dismayed at a visible show of force by police after the July bombing attacks. Traditionally, few London police carry weapons. The changes are prompting a great deal of debate.

Armed Police Presence New to London Streets

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On-Again, Off-Again N. Korea Nuclear Talks Resume

After 13 months of silence, U.S. and North Korean officials met this week as part of revived six-party talks on North Korea's nuclear plans. Jack Pritchard, former U.S. Ambassador to South Korea, offers perspective on the talks.

On-Again, Off-Again N. Korea Nuclear Talks Resume

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London Police Make Progress on Bombings

Arrests Show No Clear Ties Between London Attacks

Suspects arrested in London and Rome in connection with failed July 21 attacks on the London transit system reveal few similarities to the men blamed for the July 7 suicide bombings. Authorities may be hunting more suspects.

Arrests Show No Clear Ties Between London Attacks

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