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PlayStation and Xbox hacked: Lizard Squad claims creditSony's PlayStation store and Microsoft's Xbox Live site have been targeted by hackers. Lizard Squad, a group of hackers that have been linked to the earlier attack on Sony and the threats against 'The Interview,' is claiming responsibility.
- Gunmen attack African Union base in Somalia
The extremist group al-Shabab attacked the AU headquarters in Mogadishu; at least five of the militants were killed.
- Pope's Christmas message aimed at children, refugees
The annual address in Rome was somber and covered many of the world's ills.
- Father of downed pilot asks ISIS to release him
After his jet crashed, ISIS fighters captured Lt Mu'ath al-Kaseasbeh of Jordan. Now, his family is pleading for his release.
Pope calls Iraqi refugees, celebrates Christmas Eve MassBefore his late-night Christmas Eve Mass in St. Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis called a group of mostly Christian refugees, telling them, 'You're like Jesus on this night,' forced to flee because there was no place for them.
Israeli and Palestinian forces exchange fire near GazaAfter a sniper fired on an Israeli border patrol, Israeli forces shot dead a member of Hamas's armed wing in the Gaza Strip.
- Islamic State captures Jordanian fighter pilot
A Jordanian aircraft conducting airstrikes over Syria was shot down. Islamic State militants captured the pilot.
Will US fugitives in Cuba finally face extradition?Some of America's most-wanted fugitives have lived openly in Cuba for decades, but the sudden thaw in US-Cuban relations could threaten the asylum granted by Fidel Castro.
After months of talks, Belfast leaders strike a dealNorthern Ireland leaders reached agreement to sustain their troubled Catholic-Protestant government Tuesday following all-night talks in Belfast.
Ukraine moves away from nonaligned statusSupporters of the move, which passed by a 303-9 vote, said it was justified by Russian aggression toward Ukraine.
Algerian army kills IS operative behind Frenchman's beheadingAbdelmalek Gouri was wanted in connection with the death of Herve Gourdel this past September.
- Nicaragua canal: A $50 billion project to rival Panama canal gets underway
Nicaragua canal: The Chinese funded Nicaragua canal broke ground Monday amid protests. The 173-mile canal is expected to be operational by 2019, and produce $10 million per year in fees for Nicaragua.
Will a tunnel solve the little town of Bethlehem's big traffic problem?The plan is to build a 260-foot long tunnel under Manger Square in front of the Nativity Church in Bethlehem to ease congestion.
Garbage truck kills six at Glasgow's central squareA garbage truck plowed through Christmas shoppers in Scotland's largest city Monday afternoon. Local news reports say the driver may have been unconscious.
North Korea internet access 'totally down'US State Department spokeswoman Marie Harf told reporters that of the federal government responses to suspected North Korean hacking, 'some will be seen, some may not be seen.'
Pope critical of Vatican bureaucratsPope Francis, who never worked in the Italian-dominated Curia before he was elected, has not shied from complaining about the gossiping, careerism and bureaucratic power intrigues that afflict the Holy See.
Aide to former Chinese president under investigationLing Jihua had served as head of the Communist Party's general office, which gave him influence over key personnel arrangements.
Former minister wins Tunisian presidential election, as violence breaks outProtests erupted in Hamma after Beji Caid Essebsi declared victory in Sunday's run-off.
- Jaycee Chan charged: China makes an example of Jackie Chan's son
Jaycee Chan charged: The son of Hong Kong action film star Jackie Chan was indicted on the charge of 'sheltering others to use drugs.' If convicted, Jaycee Chan, a singer and actor, could face up to three years in prison.
- Why Spain's Princess Cristina is being tried for fraud
Princess Cristina's husband is suspected of embezzling about $7.4 million in funds. The princess and her husband co-owned a real estate and consulting firm.
