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Montenegro and Serbia expel each other’s ambassadors
Read MorePodgorica cites ‘continuous meddling in internal affairs’ as reason for expulsion; Belgrade responds in kind.Podgorica cites ‘continuous meddling in internal affairs’ as reason for expulsion; Belgrade responds in kind.
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Mohsen Fakhrizadeh: Iran vows to avenge killing of top nuclear scientist ‘in due time’
Read More President Hassan Rouhani blames Israel for attack as supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei calls for ‘definitive punishment of the perpetrators’ President Hassan Rouhani blames Israel for attack as supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei calls for ‘definitive punishment of the perpetrators’
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At least 3 dead in Italy’s Sardinia as island is hit by severe flooding (PHOTOS, VIDEO)
Read More At least three people have died and two more are missing as the Italian island of Sardinia has been battered by storms for two days in a row. The extreme weather has caused flooding and landslides in several areas. Shocking footage has been posted by residents of the town of Bitti located in…
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Hundreds protest outside Israelí leader’s Jerusalem home
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Canada enacts new regulations before US drug import rule
Read MoreRule allowing US pharmacists and wholesalers to import prescription drugs in bulk from Canada comes into effect Monday.Rule allowing US pharmacists and wholesalers to import prescription drugs in bulk from Canada comes into effect Monday.
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Close encounter: Russian, Indian satellites ‘dangerously approach’ each other in ‘crowded’ low orbit
Read More An Indian remote sensing satellite flew “dangerously close” to a Russian one on Friday, according to Russian space agency Roscosmos. The Indian authorities, however, denied there was any risk of collision. “The Indian CARTOSAT 2F satellite weighing over 700 kg dangerously approached the Russian Kanopus-V spacecraft,” Roscosmos said in a statement on Friday,…
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Cuba: Rights groups demand release of jailed artists, activists
Read MoreCuban authorities dispersed a protest in support of a jailed rapper, prompting a rare display of public dissent.Cuban authorities dispersed a protest in support of a jailed rapper, prompting a rare display of public dissent.
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Pro-democracy protests can help bring peace to Thailand’s south
Read MoreThe success of the continuing struggle for democracy in Thailand is crucial for securing peace in its southern regions.The success of the continuing struggle for democracy in Thailand is crucial for securing peace in its southern regions.
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Tourist mails back stolen Roman artefact with apology for being ‘such an American a**hole’
Read More ‘I feel terrible for not only stealing this item from its rightful place, but placing writing on it,’ she writes ‘I feel terrible for not only stealing this item from its rightful place, but placing writing on it,’ she writes
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And for the grim reaper’s next trick… cartoon
Read More Britain faces a no-deal Brexit as the coronavirus continues to take its toll •You can buy your own copy of this cartoon Continue reading…Britain faces a no-deal Brexit as the coronavirus continues to take its toll•You can buy your own copy of this cartoon Continue reading…
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Channel crossings: More officers to patrol French beaches
Read MoreThe UK and France agree new measures to help stop migrants crossing the Channel.The UK and France agree new measures to help stop migrants crossing the Channel.
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Debra White Plume death: Oglala Lakota environmental and civil rights activist dies aged 66
Read More Campaigner was involved in occupation of Wounded Knee in 1973 Campaigner was involved in occupation of Wounded Knee in 1973
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Zappos ex-boss and Las Vegas entrepreneur Tony Hsieh, 46, dies after house fire
Read MoreTony Hsieh led online retailer Zappos, acquired by Amazon, and helped transform central Las Vegas.Tony Hsieh led online retailer Zappos, acquired by Amazon, and helped transform central Las Vegas.
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Five people, one as young as 16, shot on Thanksgiving in Chicago
Read More Several people were in a serious condition following holiday shootings Several people were in a serious condition following holiday shootings
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Iran’s Supreme Leader Vows Revenge Over Slain Scientist
Read More TEHRAN, Iran — Iran’s supreme leader on Saturday demanded the “definitive punishment” of those behind the killing of a scientist who led Tehran’s disbanded military nuclear program, as the Islamic Republic blamed Israel for a slaying that has raised fears of reignited tensions across the Middle East. After years of being in the…
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Iran’s Supreme Leader Vows Revenge Over Slain Scientist
Read More TEHRAN, Iran — Iran’s supreme leader on Saturday demanded the “definitive punishment” of those behind the killing of a scientist who led Tehran’s disbanded military nuclear program, as the Islamic Republic blamed Israel for a slaying that has raised fears of reignited tensions across the Middle East. After years of being in the…
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Thousands of protesters march in France against security law that bans filming police (PHOTOS, VIDEOS)
Read More Protesters throughout France have shown up for rallies against a controversial draft law on public safety, under which filming a police officer on duty may result in a hefty fine. Critics say it fosters impunity for misconduct. The protests were organized in many large French cities, including Paris, Marseilles, Lyon, Brest and Nice,…
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France: Tear gas fired as protesters rally against police security bill
Read MoreProtesters throw fireworks and set up barricades as police fire tear gas in tense clashes in Paris.Protesters throw fireworks and set up barricades as police fire tear gas in tense clashes in Paris.
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Iran’s supreme leader vows revenge over slain scientist
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Germany Passes 1 Million Coronavirus Cases As Merkel Warns Of ‘A Tough Winter’
Read More With the daily number of new infections hovering around 20,000, Chancellor Angela Merkel told Germans this week that her government may move to extend restrictions into the new year. (Image credit: Michael Kappeler/Picture Alliance via Getty Images) With the daily number of new infections hovering around 20,000, Chancellor Angela Merkel told Germans this…
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Margaret Thatcher biographer on what “The Crown” gets right and wrong
Read MoreActress Gillian Anderson is earning stellar reviews for her portrayal of Thatcher, reintroducing the polarizing figure and her legacy to a new generation.Actress Gillian Anderson is earning stellar reviews for her portrayal of Thatcher, reintroducing the polarizing figure and her legacy to a new generation.
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Thanksgiving vandalism: ‘Land back’ sprayed on US statues
Read More An autonomous group claimed responsibility for spray painting statues with anti-colonial messages An autonomous group claimed responsibility for spray painting statues with anti-colonial messages
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U.K. Appoints Vaccines Minister to Oversee COVID-19 Inoculations
Read More LONDON — The British government appointed a vaccines minister on Saturday as it prepares to inoculate millions of people against the coronavirus, potentially starting within days. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Conservative lawmaker Nadhim Zahawi will oversee the country’s biggest vaccine program in decades. The U.K. medicines regulator is currently assessing two vaccines…
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U.K. Appoints Vaccines Minister to Oversee COVID-19 Inoculations
Read More LONDON — The British government appointed a vaccines minister on Saturday as it prepares to inoculate millions of people against the coronavirus, potentially starting within days. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Conservative lawmaker Nadhim Zahawi will oversee the country’s biggest vaccine program in decades. The U.K. medicines regulator is currently assessing two vaccines…
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Deadly flooding hits Sardinia after heavy rains
Read MoreFootage shows rivers of mud in the town of Bitti, where at least three people have died.Footage shows rivers of mud in the town of Bitti, where at least three people have died.
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Federal appeals court throws out Trump election lawsuit in Pennsylvania
Read More Trump’s legal team vows to appeal to supreme court after yet another defeat, as judge says claims ‘have no merit’ A federal appeals court in Pennsylvania has delivered a strongly worded repudiation of Donald Trump’s latest attempt to overturn his presidential election defeat, dismissing his challenge to the state’s results as without merit,…
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Brexit: New ferry freight route opens between France and Ireland
Read More A new freight ferry route linking Ireland and France will open after the end of the Brexit transition period, offering “direct and paperless transport between EU countries”. A new freight ferry route linking Ireland and France will open after the end of the Brexit transition period, offering “direct and paperless transport between EU…
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Anti-lockdown protesters clash with police in London
Read More Police say the protests are illegal and risk spreading Covid after arrests at Kings Cross station Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage Anti-lockdown protesters have clashed with police in central London. Police had been attempting to disperse the protesters, arguing the demonstration was unlawful under coronavirus bans on gatherings. Continue…
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Nadhim Zahawi appointed minister in charge of Covid-19 vaccine rollout
Read More UK business minister to take on additional role as NHS prepares for mass deployment Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage Nadhim Zahawi, minister for business and industry, has been placed in charge of overseeing the deployment of the Covid-19 vaccine, Downing Street has announced. No 10 said the Stratford-on-Avon MP…
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UN says Sudan needs $150m to help Ethiopian refugees
Read MoreSudan hosting more than 43,000 refugees fleeing fighting in Tigray into one of its most impoverished regions.Sudan hosting more than 43,000 refugees fleeing fighting in Tigray into one of its most impoverished regions.
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Margaret Thatcher: Legacy of the U.K.’s first female prime minister
Read MoreU.K. Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher left office three decades ago Saturday. Actress Gillian Anderson’s portrayal of the controversial leader in Netflix’s “The Crown” is giving a new generation a chance to learn about her legacy. Jeff Glor speaks to Thatcher’s authorized biographer to separate fact from fiction.U.K. Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher left office three…
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First African American cardinal honored amid Vatican coronavirus restrictions
Read MoreWashington, D.C. Catholic Archbishop Wilton Gregory is scheduled to be elevated to cardinal Saturday, the highest rank after the pope. Chris Livesay reports from the Vatican, where the coronavirus pandemic is overshadowing an otherwise joyous, historic ceremony.Washington, D.C. Catholic Archbishop Wilton Gregory is scheduled to be elevated to cardinal Saturday, the highest rank after…
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‘Important to preserve scope for talks with Iran’: Germany warns against escalation after killing of top Iranian scientist
Read More Berlin has urged “all parties” to avoid escalating tensions following the assassination of a senior Iranian scientist in what Tehran suspects to be an Israeli operation. Iran’s leader has pledged to go after those responsible. “A few weeks before the new US administration takes office, it is important to preserve the scope for…
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British Airways upsets Welsh rugby fans with support for England
Read More Airline apologises for tweet wishing England good luck in Autumn Nations Cup fixture British Airways has apologised after upsetting Welsh rugby fans by wishing England luck in this weekend’s fixture between the two sides. The airline, which has a sponsorship arrangement with England Rugby, sent luck to England via Twitter on Saturday morning…
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Iran’s supreme leader vows retaliation for assassination of leading scientist
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