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Video: Occupy protests in 2011
The Occupy protests took America by storm in late 2011
Video: 9/11 10 year anniversary
2011 marked the 10th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks
Video: 2011 devastating quake in Japan
In 2011 Japan suffered through its most devastating earthquake ever. Here's a look back.
'The Protester' named Time's Person of the Year
NEW YORK - The magazine cited dissent across the Middle East that spread to Europe and the U.S., saying the protesters are reshaping global politics
Photos: Most charitable celebs of 2011
Lady Gaga has been named the most charitable celebrity for a second straight year; see which other celebs made the list
Photos: The year 2011 in News
From the fall of dictators to devastating weather and landmark court cases, look back at the stories that shaped the last 12 months
Photos: The year 2011 in Entertainment
From Gaga to Beiber to Beyonce and more, check out some of the more memorable moments in entertainment throughout the year.