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Julian Assange1 hour ago

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's extradition to US denied by British judge

A British judge on Monday denied a request from the United States to extradite WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, arguing that he is likely to commit suicide if sent overseas to face espionage charges. 

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Iran2 hours ago

Iran says it begins 20% uranium enrichment amid US tensions

 An Iranian government spokesman says Tehran has begun enriching uranium up to 20% at an underground facility.

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United Kingdom40 mins ago

Missing British teen's death in Malaysia did not involve other people: coroner

A coroner in Malaysia has ruled the death of British teenager Nora Quoirin was most likely a misadventure that did not involve other people.

Middle East

OPINION23 hours ago

Rep. Lee Zeldin: US shouldn’t reenter fatally flawed Iran nuclear deal

Iran1 day ago

Soleimani anniversary marked in Baghdad with procession, candlelight vigil

Iran2 days ago

Trump, others linked to Soleimani killing ‘will not be safe on Earth,’ Iran official warns

Iran2 days ago

Iran general warns US that it's ready to respond to military pressure

Europe

United Kingdom22 hours ago

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson warns 'tougher' coronavirus measures to come as cases soar with new variant

Europe3 days ago

Coronavirus outbreak at Belgian retirement home after Santa visit kills more than two dozen: report

Brexit3 days ago

UK prime minister's father seeks French citizenship: 'I will always be European'

DISASTERS4 days ago

Norway landslide injures 10, about two dozen missing

Latin America

Latin America5 days ago

Bill legalizing abortion passed in Argentina, largest Latin American to legalize procedure

WorldDecember 11

Argentina's lower house passes bill legalizing abortion

Venezuelan Political CrisisDecember 7

Venezuela’s Maduro claims sweep of boycotted election

Venezuelan Political CrisisDecember 6

Venezuelan voting begins in disputed assembly elections amid boycotts from opposition

United Kingdom40 mins ago

Missing British teen's death in Malaysia did not involve other people: coroner

A coroner in Malaysia has ruled the death of British teenager Nora Quoirin was most likely a misadventure that did not involve other people.

Julian Assange1 hour ago

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's extradition to US denied by British judge

A British judge on Monday denied a request from the United States to extradite WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, arguing that he is likely to commit suicide if sent overseas to face espionage charges. 

Iran2 hours ago

Iran says it begins 20% uranium enrichment amid US tensions

 An Iranian government spokesman says Tehran has begun enriching uranium up to 20% at an underground facility.

Canada5 hours ago

Police in Gatineau, Quebec, accused of excessive force while breaking up New Year’s Eve party: report

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Pope Francis16 hours ago

Pope Francis 'saddened' by news that people went 'on holiday' to avoid lockdowns

The pope reiterated the need for consideration and empathy for other people.

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WorldSeptember 11

The week in pictures, Sept. 5-Sept. 11

Here's a selection of the most amazing images captured around the world in the past seven days. Enjoy!

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Coronavirus21 hours ago

French police bust illegal rave that drew 2,500 people on New Year's Eve

Attendees slept in their cars during the event rather than return home, with many arriving from foreign countries to attend.

United Kingdom22 hours ago

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson warns 'tougher' coronavirus measures to come as cases soar with new variant

U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Sunday that the United Kingdom may consider “a range of tougher measures” in the weeks ahead, as London and southeastern England have already been placed under Tier 4 restrictions amid a new variant of the coronavirus that has pushed infection rates to record high levels. 

Iran1 day ago

Soleimani anniversary marked in Baghdad with procession, candlelight vigil

A mock funeral procession marked the anniversary of the assassination of Iran’s top general and a senior Iraqi militia leader in a U.S. drone strike that heightened fears of a military escalation in the region.

Coronavirus1 day ago

UK doctor films NYE crowd chanting ‘COVID is a hoax’ outside hospital

The gathering occurred even as the U.K. records a huge surge of cases in recent weeks.

Iran1 day ago

Iran plans 20 percent uranium enrichment 'as soon as possible'

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran said Saturday it plans to enrich uranium up to 20% at its underground Fordo nuclear facility “as soon as possible,” pushing its program a technical step away from weapons-grade levels as it increases pressure on the West over the tattered atomic deal.

World1 day ago

Japanese governors demand state of emergency over COVID

The Japanese capital, Tokyo, and three nearby prefectures have asked the national government to declare a state of emergency to curtail the surging spread of the coronavirus pandemic.

Iran2 days ago

Trump, others linked to Soleimani killing ‘will not be safe on Earth,’ Iran official warns

President Trump and anyone else linked to the U.S. strike one year ago that killed a notorious Iranian general "will not be safe on Earth," a top official in Tehran warned Friday, according to a report.

Kim Jong Un2 days ago

Kim Jong Un in holiday message thanks North Koreans for enduring 'difficult times'

North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un sent a New Year's letter to his people, reportedly the first time a leader in the country has issued a personalized note since his father, Kim Jong-Il, did in 1995.

World Clips

United Kingdom40 mins ago

Missing British teen's death in Malaysia did not involve other people: coroner

Julian Assange1 hour ago

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's extradition to US denied by British judge

Iran2 hours ago

Iran says it begins 20% uranium enrichment amid US tensions

Canada5 hours ago

Police in Gatineau, Quebec, accused of excessive force while breaking up New Year’s Eve party: report

Pope Francis16 hours ago

Pope Francis 'saddened' by news that people went 'on holiday' to avoid lockdowns

Coronavirus21 hours ago

French police bust illegal rave that drew 2,500 people on New Year's Eve

United Kingdom22 hours ago

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson warns 'tougher' coronavirus measures to come as cases soar with new variant

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  Missing British teen's death in Malaysia did not involve other people: coroner

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  Police in Gatineau, Quebec, accused of excessive force while breaking up New Year’s Eve party: report