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Rodman plans return to N. Korea

NBA Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman plans to return to North Korea in August, CNN affiliate KXJB reported Monday.

Will China 'bite' North Korea?

North Korea, China's longtime ally, has vexed Beijing for years with its rocket launches, nuclear tests, kidnapping of Chinese fishermen and other erratic behavior. Yet, Beijing has run interference at the United Nations to temper punishments against Pyongyang, and has even helped Pyongyang circumvent sanctions.

Cardinals prepare to choose new pope

The work to replace Benedict XVI begins in earnest Tuesday as 115 cardinals are set to be locked in the Sistine Chapel for a secret election.

Falkland Islanders vote to stay British

British Prime Minister David Cameron was very pleased with citizens of the Falkland Islands Tuesday. The day before, they said overwhelmingly that they want to remain a part of the family.

Pistorius not suicidal, family says

South African track star Oscar Pistorius, charged with murdering girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp, has applied for more lenient bail restrictions, including permission to travel overseas, a family spokesman said Monday.

Arianna Huffington: Sleep evangelist

As president and editor-in-chief of The Huffington Post, you would expect Arianna Huffington to be living her life at 100 mph.

Wisdom of women: Who inspires you?

We asked our readers, staff and previous guests on CNN's Leading Women to share with us words of inspiration from the women they admire. Explore the quotes you chose in our interactive and share them with your friends and family.

2 Americans among dead in Afghan attack

Several NATO and Afghan service members were killed Monday when an assailant wearing an Afghan service uniform opened fire on the group, NATO said.

Who'll lead Venezuela after Chavez?

Venezuelan opposition leader Henrique Capriles has announced that he will run in next month's presidential election to replace the late Hugo Chavez.

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