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Twin earthquakes hit northwest Iran near the Azerbaijan border, injuring thousands and killing over 300. (Getty Images)
People attempt to climb greased and slippery poles, to which prizes and flags are attached, to celebrate Indonesia’s Independence Day in Jakarta, August 17, 2012. Indonesia marked the 67th anniversary of its freedom from Dutch rule on August 17. (AFP photo)