An American killed in a barrage of artillery fire in Ukraine this week is believed to be a retired U.S.…
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Russia’s capital opens new rail line to ease congestion
MOSCOW – Russia’s traffic-clogged capital has opened a commuter rail line circling the city that is aimed at easing congestion…
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Tiny Polish car catches a wave in auto-crazy Cuba
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Canadian firm says Botswana mine yielded biggest diamond since Cullinan stone found in 1905
JOHANNESBURG – A Canadian mining company operating in Botswana says it has found the second largest “gem quality” diamond ever…
Read MoreStudy estimates record poverty levels in Venezuela, now affecting 73 percent of households
CARACAS, Venezuela – A study estimates poverty in Venezuela has hit an all-time high of some 73 percent of households.…
Read MoreRussia set to miss world indoor champs as IAAF sets date for report on doping reforms
MOSCOW – The IAAF inspection team monitoring Russia’s anti-doping reforms will report back in late March, meaning the national track…
Read MoreChinese financial market reforms collide with politics in steelmaker’s tussle with bondholders
BEIJING – Chinese leaders’ ambition to use market forces to make the state-dominated financial system more efficient is colliding with…
Read MoreFrance launches new airstrikes on Raqqa, destroys command post
PARIS – France has fired new airstrikes on the Islamic State stronghold of Raqqa in Syria, days after deadly attacks…
Read MoreKurdish commanders say many Islamic State fighters fled in recapture of Iraq’s Sinjar
SINJAR, Iraq – The ousting of Islamic State group forces from the Iraqi town of Sinjar is being touted by…
Read MoreSenior Australian Muslim cleric criticized for linking Paris attacks to Islamophobia
CANBERRA, Australia – Australia’s most senior Muslim cleric has come under fire from government ministers for linking the Paris attacks…
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