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Kaiserslautern exhibition to celebrate German reservists

The state of Rheinland-Pfalz will mark Germany’s national “Day of the Reservists” in Kaiserslautern on Saturday with an exhibition of military and emergency services equipment, a military band and a display of parts and photographs from the recent excavation of a World War II bomber. (See a video of the excavation with the story.)

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China's buildup raises arms race fears

China's recent commissioning of its first aircraft carrier has further heightened tension amid regional territorial rows and sparked concerns over a possible arms race.
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The California man behind a crudely produced anti-Islamic video that has inflamed parts of the Middle East was arrested Thursday for violating terms of his probation, authorities said.
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Kaiserslautern exhibition to celebrate German reservists

The state of Rheinland-Pfalz will mark Germany’s national “Day of the Reservists” in Kaiserslautern on Saturday with an exhibition of military and emergency services equipment, a military band and a display of parts and photographs from the recent excavation of a World War II bomber.
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Seoul runs wild in rout of Osan

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3 Swiss convicted in nuclear smuggling case 03:17 September 26, 2012
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