In the latest sign of deepening repression in what was once virtually the sole Arab democracy, a court in Tunisia has handed down heavy sentences to prominent opposition figures convicted on charges of conspiring against state security, the…
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Why Manchester prides itself as working-class birthplace : NPR
British forces charge crowds during bread riots in Manchester, England, in 1819. The event became known as the Peterloo…
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Latest news bulletin | April 19th – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond – latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Aftershocks and lack of resources hinder recovery work 3 weeks after Myanmar’s deadly earthquake
BANGKOK (AP) — Basic services have yet to be restored to the areas of Myanmar worst hit by a huge earthquake three weeks ago, and emergency workers recovering bodies and clearing debris are contending…
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Houthi rebels prepare for ground invasion: report
The Houthi rebels were positioning landmines around the port of Hodeidah and other populated areas in anticipation of a ground offensive by Yemen’s government forces, with the support of the United States, the Saudi-owned Asharq Al-Awsat reported…
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Iran, US begin second round of nuclear talks
ROME (AP) — Iran and the United States began a second round of negotiations Saturday over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program in Rome, U.S. and Iranian officials said.
The U.S. official spoke on…
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Holy Week around the world in photos
Christians are celebrating Holy Week with processions and reenactments in places like Jerusalem, Brazil, Nigeria, India, Mexico and Philippines.
The week between Palm Sunday and Easter, known as Holy Week,…
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Latest news bulletin | April 19th – Morning
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