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Why is Turkey blaming a Pennsylvania cleric for the coup attempt?The Turkish president points to a cleric living in the US whose followers are rumored to wield secretive clout in the judiciary and national police.
Is Myanmar's new government serious about curbing religious extremism?Long criticized for its silence on the plight of the country's Muslim minority, Myanmar's newly-elected governing party has taken steps to address religious intolerance that often boils over into violence.
Bastille Day attack hits France on national holiday, 'symbol of liberty'At least 84 people are dead in Nice, France after a truck zigzagged for more than a mile through a crowded Bastille Day celebration on Thursday, striking pedestrians.
Why has Britain's Theresa May already visited Scotland?Within 48 hours of officially taking on the top job, British Prime Minister Theresa May headed to Scotland, hoping to emphasize British unity as some Scots mull post-Brexit independence.
Philippines' official hails S.China Sea ruling a 'crowning glory'Manila has so far been keen not to rock the boat in the hope of starting dialog towards Beijing allowing it to exercise its sovereign maritime rights.
World leaders react with horror to attackHeads of states are sharing their condolences with the French public.
Truck attacker plows into French crowd, kills 84 celebrating Bastille DayThe attacker has been identified as a 31-year-old Tunisian-born Frenchman who had been known to the police for common crimes but not flagged by intelligence services.
What the death of Omar Al-Shishani could mean for the war against ISISThe news comes as ISIS appears to be losing territory in Syria and Iraq.
Nations move civilians out of South Sudan, but politics as testy as everEvacuations out of South Sudan have been as rocky as the political processes of the world's newest nation.
Why international intervention may be needed to stabilize South SudanSouth Sudan, the world's newest country, celebrated its fifth birthday Saturday. But the festivities were dampened by violence between rival troops, sparking fears of renewed conflict and the breakdown of a peace agreement.
Japanese emperor may abdicate the throne, becoming first in two centuriesEmperor Akihito has reportedly told aides he would like to step down from the Chrysanthemum Throne before he becomes unable to carry out his duties.
Zimbabwe pastor released; court says police violated rightsHundreds of singing supporters greeted the release of Evan Mawarire Wednesday.
Islamic State says 'minister of war' Shishani killedThis was the first time the Islamic State appeared to confirm his death, which the Pentagon said occurred in March.
Britain's new PM May gives Johnson big job, says needs time before Brexit talksBritain's new Prime Minister Theresa May named former London mayor Boris Johnson as foreign secretary.
- Armed men kill South Sudan journalist, employer says
John Gatluak was killed Monday, days after he was briefly arrested Friday night.
Should golf drug test more? Rory McIlroy says so.The world's fourth best golfer said he thinks he should be blood-tested to ensure the integrity of the sport.
India hopes to break tree-planting record. Will it help?In the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, 800,000 volunteers helped plant 50 million trees on Monday, hoping to shatter a world record and help their country deal with climate change.
Should Austria seize Hitler’s birthplace?The Austrian government hopes to seize a private home known to be Hitler's birthplace, sparking debate about destroying a relic of dark history versus using it for education.
Just one Russian track athlete is set for Rio Olympics, with no Russian flagDarya Klishina will likely be the only Russian track athlete to compete at the Olympics in Rio de Janiero, but she won't be able to hoist the Russian flag if she podiums.
South Sudan president, rival call for cease-firePresident Salva Kiir declared a halt in fighting that has raised fears of a return to civil war in South Sudan.
