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Topic: Liberia

Charles Taylor found guilty of aiding rebel forces in Sierra Leone

A victim of the civil war in Sierra Leone watches the trial of Liberian ex-leader Charles Taylor taking place in The Hague on television in Freetown. Taylor was found guilty of aiding and abetting as well as planning crimes, but he was acquitted of directly ordering crimes. Issouf Sanogo / AFP Photo

Apr 27, 2012

The former Liberian president and regional strongman was found guilty of aiding and abetting as well as planning crimes including raper and murder, but he is acquitted of having directly ordered the crimes. Read Article Charles Taylor found guilty of aiding rebel forces in Sierra Leone

Hand of international justice will punish dictators

Pep Montserrat for The National

Jul 16, 2011

The notion that impunity for mass atrocities or severe human rights violations is acceptable has been shattered largely because of the accelerating development of international justice over the past two decades. Read Article Hand of international justice will punish dictators

Official insist Qaddafi's wife and daughter have not left Libya

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May 20, 2011

Days after reports first surfaced claiming Qaddafi and his family were on the southern Tunisian island of Djerba, Libyan officials produced no evidence of the whereabouts of his wife and daughter. Read Article Official insist Qaddafi's wife and daughter have not left Libya

Emma Thompson's harrowing tale from Liberia

Emma Thompson and her adopted son Tindyebwa Agaba, who is known as Tindy, sit in front of the Liberian flag in the village of Zannah, Liberia. Anastasia Taylor-Lind

Apr 02, 2011

The British actress Emma Thompson and her adopted son Tindy, a former child soldier, visit a ravaged Liberia. Here are their diaries. Read Article Emma Thompson's harrowing tale from Liberia

 

Ex-Liberian leader Charles Taylor's lawyer storms from war crimes court

Charles Taylor, the former president of Liberia, waits in court yesterday for the start of the prosecution's closing arguments. He is being tried on 11 counts of war crimes and crimes against humanity. Jerry Lampen / AFP

Feb 09, 2011

Walkout comes after judges' rejection of former Liberian leader's written defence summary. Read Article Ex-Liberian leader Charles Taylor's lawyer storms from war crimes court

 

Opec at 50

Opec at 50(Photos)

Sep 09, 2010

Find out more about the history and members of the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries on its 50th anniversary.  See Interactive Opec at 50

 

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Louvre Abu Dhabi is a modern marvel in the making

The stunning dome designed by Jean Nouvel will be the first thing visitors to the Louvre Abu Dhabi will see when they arrive at the museum in 2015. Courtesy Tourism Development & Investment Company

The Louvre Abu Dhabi will open its doors to visitors in 2015, but one of the most crucial phases of construction is well under way.   Louvre Abu Dhabi is a modern marvel in the making

Onward and upward for Cosmin Olaroiu at Al Ain next season

Al Ain players celebrate after lifting the Pro League trophy. Anas Kanni / Al Ittihad

As Al Ain's title coronation was being completed, coach Olaroiu was already putting in place plans for yet more success.  Onward and upward for Cosmin Olaroiu at Al Ain next season

Design like a pro with our expert tips

Pull together as many interior design magazines as possible and collate images that reflect what you would like your home to look like. Pawan Singh / The National

Your budget may not allow for the services of an interior designer but these tips will help you create a home that looks like its been put together by a pro.   Design like a pro with our expert tips

The Orient, expressed in Abu Dhabi

Dome of the Rock Mosque in Jerusalem, 1844, by Joseph-Philibert Girault de Prangey. Courtesy of Louvre Abu Dhabi Agence photo F

A discussion at Manarat Al Saadiyat will examine the art and photography of European artists travelling 'through the lights and images' of this region, writes Nick Leech   The Orient, expressed in Abu Dhabi

UAE rugby hope the kids are all right

JJ Fanucci of Dubai Exiles during the Jebel Ali Sevens Rugby at the Jebel Ali Centre of Excellence, Jebel Ali on the 16th November 2012. Credit: Jake Badger for The National

Freshly relegated, no better time for a youth movement than the present, writes Paul Radley.  UAE rugby hope the kids are all right

Global shift in North American sport

A Nintendo DS Lite portable game system is displayed at Safeco Field in Seattle, Friday, June 29, 2007, prior to an MLB baseball game between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Seattle Mariners. Nintento is making a pitch to use its portable DS Lite to allow fans to order food and drinks, watch the live television feed of the game, access stats and scores and play trivia, from their seats during the game. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)

In 1992, Major League Baseball commissioner Fay Vincent initially opposed an effort by a Japanese mogul to purchase the Seattle Mariners. Expect more to come.  Global shift in North American sport

In pictures: Business picks up for UAE property model makers

Companies tasked with making scale models to announce developments in Dubai report business is picking up. Words by Martin Croucher. Photos by Christopher Pike / The National

Companies tasked with making scale models to announce developments in Dubai report business is picking up.  In pictures: Business picks up for UAE property model makers

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