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Gazans mass for Hamas anniversary
Tens of thousands gather for a rally in Gaza to mark the 25th anniversary of Hamas and to hear a speech by political leader Khaled Meshaal.
US faces climate talks dilemma
The US faces a dilemma at climate change talks in Qatar, as the final text approves the principle of compensating poorer nations.
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The US Supreme Court is to hear arguments on whether laws banning gay marriage are illegal under the US Constitution, it announces.
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