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ISIS offshoot declares war on Hamas in video showing execution of alleged collaborator

An Islamic State group offshoot in Egypt has officially declared war on Gaza-based Palestinian terror group Hamas, releasing a 22-minute video purporting to show the execution of an alleged collaborator.

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Insurgents attack Myanmar soldiers in Rakhine, injuring 6

Six Myanmar soldiers were injured in an insurgent attack in northern Rakhine state, where hundreds of thousands of Rohingya Muslims have fled to Bangladesh since the army launched ...

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Egypt detains 4 people after hot air balloon crash

Egyptian prosecutors have ordered the detention of four people over a hot air balloon crash that killed one tourist and wounded at least a dozen others.

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Austria: 2 German skiers killed in avalanche

Authorities say two German skiers have been killed in an avalanche in the Austrian Alps.

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The Latest: Greek Orthodox mark Epiphany with Istanbul swims

The Latest on the Epiphany observances Christians in many parts of the world are holding: (all times local): 1:20 p.m.

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Victims condemn decision to release Britain's 'taxi rapist'

British prosecutors are under pressure to explain why a former London taxi driver suspected of assaulting dozens of women is being freed after less than a decade in prison.

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Palestinians protest Greek Orthodox patriarch for land deals

Dozens of Palestinians in Bethlehem are protesting the arrival of the Greek Orthodox patriarch of the Holy Land to celebrate Orthodox Christmas.

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Tillerson: Administration working to fix Iran deal

Urging Congress to change certification laws.

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Indian court jails powerful politician for embezzling funds

An Indian court has sentenced a powerful regional politician to 3 1/2 years in prison on a second conviction of embezzling state government funds as a top elected official two ...

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Germany, Turkey take small steps to restore friendlier ties

The German and Turkish foreign ministers are taking small steps toward restoring friendlier relations after more than a year of tension between their countries.

RELIGION 3 hrs ago

Pope: Don't be misled by making money and career your life

Pope Francis is advising against making the pursuit of money, a career or success the basis for one's whole life.

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Imprisoned Kuwaiti activist announces hunger strike

A Kuwaiti human rights activist sentenced to seven years in prison for taking part in a protest in 2011 has announced a hunger strike to protest his imprisonment.

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Minister: Norway to extradite cleric if Italy convicts him

Norway's justice minister says an Iraqi-born cleric suspected of enticing recruits to fight in Iraq and Syria will be extradited if a court in Italy convicts him.