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What will Edward Snowden talk about in his American primetime TV debut?

Global Politics

Edward Snowden is slowly starting to emerge from self-imposed isolation in Russia — including agreeing to an exclusive interview with NBC News, set to air Wednesday night. Snowden, according to a Guardian reporter, is trying to change the perception of him, back in the US.

Visitors in the Siberian city of Krasnoyarsk walk past TV sets during Russian President Vladimir Putin's live nationwide phone-in.

Host Vladimir Putin will take your questions now

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Snowden

Edward Snowden was bigger than a rock star at his SXSW panel today

Environment

Don’t expect Brazil to offer Snowden asylum

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Edward Snowden, is seen in front of the Christ the Saviour Cathedral in central Moscow

So what’s next for Edward Snowden after leaking NSA secrets? Apparently, a job

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Reports: Snowden granted temporary asylum in Russia

Global Politics

The 30-year-old former National Security Agency contractor, Edward Snowden has been granted a permit to live in Russia for up to a year while he determines his next move. Snowden immediately left the transit area of a Moscow airport, where he has been stuck since May.

NSA whistleblower reveals himself, hopes for safety in Hong Kong

Global Politics

The man who leaked the NSA’s data tracking practices is 29-year-old government contractor named Edward Snowden. He is now hiding out in Hong Kong, an independent city within China who’s residents have previously fled to the United States for similar security.

Washington Upset With Moscow Over Asylum Offer to Snowden

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The White House says it’s extremely disappointed by Russia’s decision to give Edward Snowden asylum. Host Carol Hills talks with the BBC’s Tara McKelvey about the offer of asylum. She says the response from the administration is largely theater.

Snowden to Meet With Human Rights Groups in Quest for Asylum

After three weeks of silence, NSA leaker Edward Snowden is meeting with international human rights workers today from his base in the Moscow Airport. Meanwhile, the Obama Administration continues to pressure Latin American leaders, hoping to convince the left-leaning governments of Venezuela, Nicaragua and Bolivia against granting Snowden asylum. In an email invitation to groups […]

NSA Leaker Edward Snowden’s Asylum Options Narrow

Global Politics

Edward Snowden reportedly remains in the transit area of Moscow’s Sheremetyevo Airport… The 30-year-old former National Security Agency contractor is applying for asylum to almost any nation that will listen but so far, there are no firm takers.

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