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Saudi allies cut ties with Iran as fallout from cleric's execution worsensSaturday's execution of prominent Shiite cleric Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr has sparked a regional crisis between Iran and Saudi Arabia and its allies.
Britons petition government to ban Donald Trump from UK for hate speechMore than half a million people have signed a petition that cites a law allowing the British government to bar entry to the country to people who are harmful to the public good.
Flames engulf Dubai skyscraper near world's tallest buildingA 63-story luxury hotel became engulfed in flames hours before midnight on New Year's Eve.
Amid New Year's Eve terror threats, cities celebrate 'renewal and hope'As cities around the world cautiously stepped up security for New Year's events, many mayors emphasized courage and community.
Iraqi forces retake Ramadi: A symbolic victory against ISISAfter weeks of fighting, Iraqi forces have regained control over most of Ramadi, a city west of Baghdad that fell to Islamic State in May.
Japan apologizes for Korean comfort women: Can it heal one of Asia's thorniest issues?Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's apology, and an $8.3 million fund, may tame a decades-long conflict over World War II-era history that has divided the two American allies.
Man pulled from rubble three days after Chinese landslideMore than 70 people are missing and two are confirmed dead after the disaster struck the a city of Shenzhen outside of Hong Kong.
Syrian women in Germany learn to ride bikes for the first timeA group of women in Berlin are teaching migrant women who have never cycled before to ride bikes, giving them a sense of empowerment and achievement.
France looks to revoke dual nationality for convicted terroristsA new constitutional measure is being considered in France that would allow the country to revoke the nationality of terror convicts.
Stumped archeologists ask Facebook for help to identify a mysterious objectFacebook delivered. But the solving of one mystery, has uncovered another.
More than 1 million refugees enter Europe this yearThe milestone represents the largest movement of migrants since World War II. EU countries continue to grapple with what to do, as the death toll continues to mount, particularly among children.
Why did China block Miss Canada from the Miss World 2015 competition?The beauty queen, who left China for Canada when she was 13, is an outspoken critic of China and an advocate for human rights there.
Islamic militant killed by airstrikes. Will Hezbollah strike back at Israel?A high-profile Lebanese militant was killed allegedly by Israeli missiles outside Damascus.
Passengers, crew safe after 'hoax' bomb grounds Air France flightThe Air France flight 463 was carrying 459 passengers and 14 crew members on board, and began an emergency descent more than three hours into the flight.
Hundreds in India protest release of gang-rape convictWhile the fatal 2012 gang-rape of Nirbhaya has brought attention to India's slack rape and sexual assault laws, the release of the youngest attacker Sunday suggests the country's laws are still inadequate.
Can Rwanda become a high-tech hub with an authoritarian leader?Rwanda under President Paul Kagame has invested in infrastructure, drawing start-ups and outside investments. But will a referendum to extend his power squelch the potential for further progress?
UK membership in the EU could come to a vote in JuneBritish Prime Minister David Cameron has announced that a referendum on the UK's European Union membership could take place in June.
Mother Teresa to be made Roman Catholic saint, Vatican saysNicknamed the 'Saint of the Gutters,' the late Macedonia-born nun dedicated her life to helping the world's poorest people.
Two dozen Qatari hunters kidnapped in IraqAround 26 Qatari hunters were captured in southern Iraq by unknown militants.
Facebook, Google, and Twitter agree to halt hate speech in GermanyMore than 1 million refugees escaping war and poverty have entered the country during the last year, while instances of hate speech have risen as well.
