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MINSK, Belarus – The week of unprecedented protests that followed disputed elections was just a start, and the opponents of authoritarian President Alexander Lukashenko need to step back and gather broader support, an opposition leader said Monday. In an interview with The Associated Press, Alexander Milinkevich likened the protests to …

BRUSSELS, Belgium – The European Union expressed concern for the first time Wednesday that Microsoft’s (MSFT) new Vista operating system could break antitrust rules, a day before the company defends itself against EU charges that it has not obeyed an earlier ruling. EU Competition Commissioner Neelie Kroes wrote to Microsoft …

LAS VEGAS – One month after debuting a surreal re-creation of the Beatles’ musical career, Cirque du Soleil announced plans to open an Elvis Presley-themed show on the Las Vegas strip. Known for its extravagant theatrical performances combining live music, dance and acrobatics, the Quebec-based circus troupe has teamed with …