A reminder of the most significant stories of this year ranked from most to least.
WikiLeaks: Transforming journalism WikiLeaks and Assange captured everyone's attention this year. Revealing secrets and creating scandal, this is No. 1
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Flotilla: Gaza back in spotlight Israel's attack on an aid fleet stirred international outrage and put Gaza's plight back in focus.
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Haiti: A series of catastrophesA year of chaos as poverty, natural disaster, a cholera epidemic and mass political unrest place Haiti at No. 3 |
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Gulf Oil Spill: Man-made disaster April saw one of the worst environmental disasters in US history, placing the BP debacle at No. 4
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Pakistan: A flood of misery Disaster leaves millions displaced, crippling a country already under economic and security stress.
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Chile: A miracle rescue The world was captivated by the dramatic rescue of 33 miners trapped underground for 70 days.
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World Cup: The games come to Africa This year the world's greatest sporting event graced African shores; the World Cup's triumphs and tears make No. 7
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Europe: Rising to the right Europe has moved considerably right this year. From islamophobia to tax-cuts, the trend is consistent.
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Iceland: Eyjafjallajokull erupts Eyjafjallajokull erupted into 2010. |
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