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Sony Pictures demands that news agencies delete “stolen” data.”
Hostage taking in Sydney cafe sparks fears of Islamist-linked attack.
FBI warns that Iranian hackers may target U.S. energy and defense firms.
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Xiaomi to invest $200 million in Chinese home appliance giant Midea.
France bans UberPop from January 1.
China acquits a teenager of murder—18 years after executing him.
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