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Many of the injured are in serious condition, which could make the death toll higher, said the official. Several vehicles and buildings near the site were damaged by the explosion.

13 people killed in bomb attacks in Iraq

•	Iran remains defiant despite mounting pressure

•	US economy to grow 2-3% in 2012

•	Top-level visit to enhance China-Africa friendship

•	U.S. cuts ground forces

•	A-share markets to see around 300 IPOs in 2012

•	AL to seek UN support for Syria initiative

China >>

More passengers hit the road as holiday winds down

•	Flagship newspaper dismisses HRW's allegations over Tibetan relocation program

•	China eyes more gov't-funded overseas training for key sectors

•	Progress made in sand control on Qinghai-Tibet plateau

•	South China to embrace snow, rain as millions begin to return

Opinion >>

Syria's acceptance to extend monitor mission not contradict rejection of new AL Plan

•	U.S. cuts ground forces in response to budget restraints

•	Commentary: A top-level visit to enhance China-Africa friendship amid growing interdependence

•	Europe's fiscal readjustment may cause global recession: expert

•	Better communication with people helps improve governance

Entertainment >>

Hot bikini beauties in icy world

•	Posters of latest movies in 2012

•	ELIE SAAB's spring-summer women's haute couture fashion collection show

•	"Hugo," "The Artist" lead nominees for 84th Academy Award

•	London theater critics give best actor award to "Sherlock" actor

Odd News >>

Jewelry - women's favorites

•	Fascinating underwater world

•	Photographic fascination with twins

•	Wonder world at bottom of sea

•	Funny pictures make you laugh

World >>

U.S. cuts ground forces

•	Suicide bomb attack kills 2, injures 20 in Iraqi capital

•	S Korea's humanitarian aid to DPRK nosedives last year

•	Iran remains defiant despite mounting pressure

•	Romney, Gingrich face off in final debate before Florida primary

Culture & Edu >>

30th Fajdr Int'l Theater Festival held in Tehran, Iran

•	Dragon, lion dance held to celebrate Chinese lunar New Year in HK

•	Celebrations held for "God of Wealth" in Chinese mythology

•	Foreigners living in China celebrate fifth day of first lunar month

•	Costumes of Mongolian ethnic group displayed in N. China

Sci & Tech >>

Android hits record share of global tablet shipments in Q4 2011

•	Russia postpones launch of Proton-M rocket with Dutch satellite

•	Samsung Electronics' operating profit hits new high in Q4

•	UN launches online database for businesses to adapt to climate change

•	Apple researches universal touchscreen remote for future TV products

Travel >>

New Year temple fair in Ditan

•	Scenic spots receive more tourists on 5th day of Spring Festival holiday

•	Russian winter swimmers perform in China's Harbin

•	More than two mln tourist arrivals seen in Shanghai during Spring Festival

•	Mainland tourist dies after road accident in Taiwan's Hualien

Business >>

Merkel defends legal action against fiscal profligacy

•	U.S. economy grows 2.8 percent in fourth quarter

•	U.S. economy to grow 2-3 percent in 2012: Geithner

•	China' s A-share markets to see around 300 IPOs in 2012: report

•	Chinese securities firms see profits halved in 2011

Sports >>

Iniesta sidelined for three weeks due to injury

•	Djokovic beats Murray to reach Australian Open final

•	Injury hit Barca can't afford mistakes in Villarreal

•	Real Madrid should have easy win against Zaragoza

•	Kuznetsova, Zvonareva win Australian Open doubles

Health >>

More typhoid cases reported in Zimbabwe's capital

•	Dead goose in Hong Kong tests positive for H5N1 virus

•	S Korea's childbirth falls for three months in Nov.

•	Canada seeks expert input for traditional Chinese medicine panel

•	Working too much may increase risk of depression: study

Feature >>

Sri Lanka's police horses stand the test of time

•	Sri Lanka to seek China's support for UN World Youth Conference

•	More than 85 pct regard moral standards as a must in society: survey

•	Microblog becomes popular way for young people to celebrate New Year

•	Singapore Chinese clan federation proposes new culture center

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Video >>

Nadal triumphs in 27th epic Federer clash

British PM hits out at EU over euro failings

Iran: No need to sell oil to Europe

18th AU Summit enters 4th day

German and Spanish leaders meet on employment

Gates donates US$750 mln to fight diseases

Biz China Weekly >>

Jan. 16 -- Jan. 22

China's economy is slowing, but not necessarily in a bad way. For the reform-minded economic architects in China, slower, more balanced growth may bring about a happier ending.

	China braces Spring Festival return travel

	China says sanctions on Iran not constructive

	Iran says Obama's threats "propaganda": spokesman

	Saleh entitled to immunity in U.S. during visit: State Department

	"Serious challenges" remain in Yemen despite progress: UN official

	Merkel calls for "even greater changes" to Europe

	UN chief vows to help build "safer, more secure world"

	Ancient ritual dance marks Year of the Dragon

	Diaphanous, white Valentino collection haunts at Paris spring-summer couture shows

	ELIE SAAB's spring-summer women's haute couture fashion collection show