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United Kingdom17 hours ago

Capitol Hill riot comparison to Brexit puts UK lawmaker under fire

A senior Welsh politician is under fire after comparing Wednesday’s unrest on Capitol Hill to those who backed a second referendum on Brexit.

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United Kingdom18 hours ago

Scotland's justice minister wants to bar Trump from coming to UK after he 'incited a violent mob'

Scotland's Justice Minister Humza Yousaf is calling on officials to deny President Trump's entry into the U.K. following the riots in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, blaming him directly for inciting a "violent mob" at the nation's Capitol. 

Iran17 hours ago

Iran warns Trump of 'revenge', Iraq issues arrest warrant for president in Soleimani killing

The leader of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps is warning President Trump that “revenge on the perpetrators of [General Qassem] Soleimani’s martyrdom is definite and serious,” according to a video that has surfaced on Twitter. 

Middle East

Middle East2 days ago

Gulf Arab leaders sign declaration with Qatar to ease rift

World2 days ago

Jared Kushner brokers deal ending Saudi Arabia's fight with Qatar

OPINION4 days ago

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

Iran5 days ago

Soleimani anniversary marked in Baghdad with procession, candlelight vigil

Europe

United Kingdom17 hours ago

Capitol Hill riot comparison to Brexit puts UK lawmaker under fire

World23 hours ago

Japan declares state of emergency for Tokyo amid COVID-19 surge

Coronavirus1 day ago

Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine gets green light for European Union

Coronavirus2 days ago

European regulator endorses Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine, commission approval coming at ‘full speed’

Latin America

Venezuelan Political Crisis2 days ago

Maduro's grip tightens as Venezuelan socialists take control of once-defiant congress

Latin AmericaDecember 30

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

United Kingdom17 hours ago

Capitol Hill riot comparison to Brexit puts UK lawmaker under fire

A senior Welsh politician is under fire after comparing Wednesday’s unrest on Capitol Hill to those who backed a second referendum on Brexit.

Iran17 hours ago

Iran warns Trump of 'revenge', Iraq issues arrest warrant for president in Soleimani killing

The leader of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps is warning President Trump that “revenge on the perpetrators of [General Qassem] Soleimani’s martyrdom is definite and serious,” according to a video that has surfaced on Twitter. 

United Kingdom18 hours ago

Scotland's justice minister wants to bar Trump from coming to UK after he 'incited a violent mob'

Scotland's Justice Minister Humza Yousaf is calling on officials to deny President Trump's entry into the U.K. following the riots in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, blaming him directly for inciting a "violent mob" at the nation's Capitol. 

Coronavirus19 hours ago

Chinese city of 11 million enters lockdown after coronavirus surge

Local authorities will attempt to carry out citywide testing while residents are prevented from leaving.

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US protests23 hours ago

America's foes blast US over Capitol Hill violence: A 'fragmented democracy'

Leaders, officials and critics from America’s adversaries are taking aim at the U.S. Thursday following the shocking scenes that unfolded on Capitol Hill, calling them everything from a “beautiful sight” to a “fragmented democracy.” 

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World23 hours ago

Japan declares state of emergency for Tokyo amid COVID-19 surge

​​​​​​​Japan declared a state of emergency in Tokyo and three nearby areas on Thursday as coronavirus cases continue to surge, hitting a daily record of 2,447 in the capital.

Coronavirus1 day ago

Mexico seeks help to get COVID-19 vaccines for migrants in US

Mexican authorities claimed to have tried working with the U.S. to provide aid to migrants.

Hong Kong1 day ago

Mike Pompeo calls for Hong Kong pro-democracy advocates to be released

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo Wednesday called for the immediate release of dozens of pro-democracy politicians and advocates arrested in Hong Kong, adding that the U.S. is considering sanctions in response.

FOREIGN POLICY1 day ago

The Mexican government's new banking bill purports to buy up dirty cash

Organized crime and drug cartels south of the border could soon see a swell of cash if a new bill passes through Mexico City's Congress next month, compelling the Central Bank to buy money of questionable origin.

Boris Johnson1 day ago

World leaders condemn violence at U.S. Capitol, urge orderly transfer of power

World leaders expressed concern over the unrest that occurred on Capitol Hill on Wednesday while condemning the violence that took place.

Ukraine1 day ago

Ukraine seizes 1 ton of heroin heading to Europe

Ukrainian officials say they have seized about 1.1 tons of heroin that smugglers intended to take into European Union countries and that four Turkish citizens have been detained in the case.

Asia1 day ago

Philippines flight attendant raped, killed at New Year’s Eve party; 11 men charged

A Philippine Airlines flight attendant died after being raped at a New Year’s Eve party — and all of the 11 men who were with her have been charged with her rape and homicide, it was revealed Tuesday.

Julian Assange2 days ago

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange denied bail

A British judge denied bail on Wednesday to WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange over concerns that "he would fail to surrender to court to face the appeal proceedings" in his extradition case. 

World Clips

United Kingdom17 hours ago

Capitol Hill riot comparison to Brexit puts UK lawmaker under fire

Iran17 hours ago

Iran warns Trump of 'revenge', Iraq issues arrest warrant for president in Soleimani killing

United Kingdom18 hours ago

Scotland's justice minister wants to bar Trump from coming to UK after he 'incited a violent mob'

Coronavirus19 hours ago

Chinese city of 11 million enters lockdown after coronavirus surge

US protests23 hours ago

America's foes blast US over Capitol Hill violence: A 'fragmented democracy'

World23 hours ago

Japan declares state of emergency for Tokyo amid COVID-19 surge

Coronavirus1 day ago

Mexico seeks help to get COVID-19 vaccines for migrants in US

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