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An opposition activist loads a plank to set up barricades during a protest against the government of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, in Caracas on March 3, 2014. Venezuelan protesters were preparing for a fresh round of anti-government demonstrations following a rare peaceful evening in Caracas. At least 18 people have been killed and 250 injured since a wave of protests began on February 4. AFP PHOTO /LEO RAMIREZ (Photo credit should read LEO RAMIREZ/AFP/Getty Images)