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Boko Haram suspected in two fresh Nigerian attacksTwo fresh attacks following the government's announcement of a ceasefire with Boko Haram dashed hopes for easing the violence in northeast Nigeria. At least one person was killed in the village of Abadam, and at least eight were killed in Dzur.
Shiite and Kurdish Iraqi cabinet members sworn inIn an effort to lay a stronger political foundation to counter the Islamic State, the Iraqi parliament approved a Sunni Muslim as defense minister, and a Shi'ite as interior minister. Six Kurdish members of the cabinet were also sworn in.
Do Hong Kong protesters have an endgame? Three key questions answeredThe Hong Kong protests have spiraled into a volatile and dangerous crisis with no end in sight. As events continue to unfold, the Associated Press answers three key questions.
Mexican police capture gang leader suspected in case of missing studentsOn Friday, Mexican officials captured the leader of a gang called Guerreros Unidos, suspected of killing the 43 students missing since late September. Meanwhile, thousands of protesters marched in Acapulco Friday demanding the safe return of the students.
Nigeria's kidnapped girls may be released early next weekAfter announcing a deal with Boko Haram, a source close to the Nigerian presidency told Reuters the kidnapped Chibok girls may be released Monday or Tuesday. Boko Haram has not yet commented on the ceasefire.
More than 200 rescued in Nepal as efforts continueWhile most trekkers stranded in blizzards in northern Nepal have been rescued, efforts to reach a few left behind continue. More than 200 people have been rescued by helicopter, or have taken shelter in nearby towns and villages.
Bermuda takes second punch with hurricane GonzaloJust days after tropical storm Fay damaged homes and downed trees and power lines, hurricane Gonzalo made landfall in Bermuda Friday night. Nearly all residents are without power, police have reported no deaths or serious injuries.
Boko Haram, Nigeria agree to cease-fire. Fate of kidnapped girls unclear.The fate of more than 200 missing schoolgirls abducted by the insurgents six months ago remains unknown. Defense Ministry spokesman Maj. Gen. Chris Olukolade said their release is still being negotiated.
Oscar Pistorius should get 10 years in prison, prosecutor saysThe former Olympian and Paralympian from South Africa is expected to receive his sentence in the death of girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp next week.
At least 16 dead after South Korean concert accidentSeveral hundred people had gathered at an outdoor venue south of the capital when the accident occurred Friday.
Putin arrives late to Europe-Asia summit, stands up Angela MerkelPutin arrived late to a dinner for more than 50 world leaders. His pre-dinner meeting with the German chancellor, which he missed entirely, was rescheduled.
How some survived deadly Nepal blizzard and avalancheSearch and rescue teams are looking for 10 people missing in a Himalayan avalanche that killed at least 29 people on the Annapurna hiking circuit. Nepal police say 54 people, including 76 foreigners, were rescued on Thursday
Pistorius 'must pay for what he's done,' says Steenkamp relativeThe sentencing phase of Oscar Pistorius's murder trial continued on Thursday in South Africa, with a cousin of the late Reeva Steenkamp taking the stand.
Putin warns spat with US over Ukraine threatens global stabilityWith over 3,600 people killed in eastern Ukraine, the Russian president says sanctions disrupt peace efforts.
Libyan militias in Benghazi under aerial bombardment by Egyptian warplanesThe officials, who have firsthand knowledge of the operation, said the use of the aircraft was part of an Egyptian-led operation against the militiamen.
At least 12 dead following avalanche, blizzard in NepalFour Canadians are reportedly part of the dozen killed. A second avalanche hit another group of mountain climbers, with five missing.
Why Reeva Steenkamp's family rejected $34,000 from Oscar PistoriusThe family of girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp called the offer of $34,000 from Oscar Pistorius 'blood money.' But the family did accept $550 per month from Pistorius, due to financial hardship.
Amnesty International: Iraqi Shiites are killing Sunni civilians - with Baghdad's blessingShiite militiamen number in the tens of thousands and wear military uniforms but operate outside any legal framework, Amnesty said.
Mexican prosecutor: Missing students not in mass gravesAuthorities testing remains found in nine mass graves in southern Mexico have yet to find any of 43 missing teachers college students.
British Parliament votes to recognize Palestinian stateLegislators in the House of Commons voted 274 to 12 to support a motion calling on the British government to 'recognize the state of Palestine alongside the state of Israel.'
