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Former Taliban Hostage To Speak At Forest Hills Community Center
An investigative journalist will talk about the 45 days he spent in constant fear for his life as a captive of the extremist group.

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An investigative journalist will talk about the 45 days he spent in constant fear for his life as a captive of the extremist group.

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