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First LookPope Francis ushers in a year of mercy and forgivenessThe yearlong pilgrimage emphasizes the theme of Francis’ papacy. Francis has worked to change the image of the Roman Catholic Church to merciful and welcoming rather than its reputation for moralizing and casting judgement.
Why Air France flight from San Francisco was diverted to MontrealAn Air France flight from San Francisco to Paris was diverted to Montreal after an unspecified anonymous threat.
First LookParis pushes aside shroud of fear to let in Hanukkah lightDespite early security warnings and recent attacks on Jews in France, Parisians turned out by the thousands to kindle the Eiffel Tower menorah.
Vatican leaks trial: Would conviction create a legal farce?The Vatican is taking heat for a trial in which two Italian journalists are among the defendants – and which pits Italian press freedoms against Vatican interests.
Russian truckers blockade Moscow. Trouble for Putin?Russian truck drivers are blockading roads in Moscow and other cities in protest over a new tax that is being collected by a private company owned by a Kremlin insider.
As high-stakes vote looms, can French Muslim party make inroads?France's far-right National Front is expected to make large gains in the first round of regional elections Sunday. The Union of French Muslim Democrats aims to bring a moderate voice to the political stage.
UK lawmakers vote to launch airstrikes on IS in SyriaBritish lawmakers voted to have Royal Air Force fighter jets participate in an international campaign of airstrikes against the Islamic State militant group in Syria.
In Paris aftermath, a revived appetite in Europe for military missionsBritain's Parliament will vote today on a proposal to join the US-led military campaign against Islamic State in Syria. Germany is prepared to send troops in a support role.
For refugees in 'promised land,' life in Germany harder than expectedGermany has registered nearly a million refugees this year, but language, housing, and employment present significant barriers to the newcomers' assimilation.
Why Sweden's surging far-right party can't find enough candidatesThe Sweden Democrats doubled their share of the vote in last year's elections. But the stigma of being a member and the inexperience in its ranks have made it hard to fill its positions.
Ukrainian refugees in Russia: Did Moscow fumble a valuable resource?Russians have warmly welcomed more than a million pro-Moscow Ukrainian refugees in the past 18 months. But the state bureaucracy hasn't followed suit.
High Court rules abortion ban in Northern Ireland violates human rightsBelfast's High Court ruled Monday that Northern Ireland's abortion law is in violation of international human rights laws, by prohibiting abortions in almost all circumstances.
In wake of Paris attacks, a new kind of cartoon takes center stageA number of mournful, gentle cartoons have risen to the fore in the wake of the Nov. 13 attacks to help the French – especially children – confront the horror.
Kosovo police arrest opposition leader for Parliament unrestPolice entered the headquarters of Kosovo's main opposition party Saturday and arrested an opposition leader among dozens of people.
Why France arrested 24 activists ahead of climate summitFrance put 24 environmental activists under house arrest, using new emergency powers. Why?
French lawmakers vote to extend airstrikes against ISISThe French Parliament overwhelmingly support continuing airstrikes in Syria against the Islamic State group that claimed responsibility for the Nov. 13 attacks that killed 130 people in Paris
Cooler heads prevail? Finland keeps door open for refugees.While the Nov. 13 terror attacks in Paris spurred several European nations to slam their doors to Syrian refugees, Finland has stuck to its calm and collected welcome.
As Brussels slowly reopens, residents ask: Is this the new normal?The threat of terrorism largely shut down Brussels for four days. Some are bracing for a political backlash over whether the city gave up too much for too little gain.
Pope Francis: Will the reforms of the 'reform pope' stick?Vatican watchers say that the pope's efforts to change the Catholic Church and its institutions are meeting resistance – a sign of how significant the reforms really are.
Is Russia's intervention in Syria a 'holy war'? Russian Orthodox Church: 'yes'The church fully supports the Kremlin's decision to intervene in Syria, both as a 'war on terrorism' and to protect Middle Eastern Christians it sees as its responsibility.
