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The Red Planet was blue- Giant ocean once covered third of Mars

A vast ocean once covered a third of Mars, scientists believe. Such a stunning prospect greatly increases the chances of life having existed on the Red Planet, the fourth from the Sun in our solar system.

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Senior Chinese official urges for proper use of stimulus funds

China´s anti-corruption chief He Guoqiang on Wednesday called for enhanced supervision efforts to ensure funds of the country´s economic stimulus package be properly used.

DPRK says Mt. Kumgang tour´s resumption not to stop by S Korea´s obstruction

The Democratic People´s Republic of Korea (DPRK) said Wednesday the obstruction by South Korea will not stop the resumption of the Mt. Kumgang tour program, the official news agency KCNA reported.

India to memorize victims of Mumbai terror attacks on first anniversary

India will hold a series of activities Thursday to commemorate the first anniversary of the Mumbai attacks which killed more than 170 people, reported the Indo-Asian News Service on Wednesday.

Efforts to save Great Barrier Reef

Scientists have embarked on a project in Australia to preserve one of the country´s most important natural wonders.

What does it mean to be French?

France is launching a debate on an increasingly complicated question in an age of globalization and heightened tensions with its immigrants. What does it mean to be French?