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Mexican non-binary magistrate likely killed by partner: prosecutor
A non-binary Mexican magistrate whose death sparked protests and anger among the LGBTQ community appears to have been the victim of a murder-suicide committed by their partner, investigators said Tuesday.
Liverpool's Luis Diaz, dad reunited after 12-day kidnapping ordeal
Liverpool striker Luis Diaz had a tearful reunion Tuesday with his father, freed last week after a 12-day kidnapping ordeal at the hands of Colombia's ELN guerrilla group.
Doctor goes on trial in France over Rwanda genocide
A Rwandan doctor went on trial in France on Tuesday on charges of committing genocide and crimes against humanity during Rwanda's 1994 massacres, after a three-decade investigation by French authorities.
'Flower tattoo' British woman identified 31 years after murder: Interpol
A woman found murdered 31 years ago in a river in Belgium has been identified over three decades later thanks to her flower tattoo and an international appeal, Interpol said on Tuesday.
Israel must respect 'sanctity of hospitals': UK minister
Israel must respect "the sanctity of hospitals" in Gaza and allow them to be places of safety during its offensive in the Palestinian territory, a UK foreign minister said on Tuesday.
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Acting Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's agreement to grant an amnesty to hundreds of Catalan separatists in order to secure another term in office has sparked angry protests across the country.
Police identify 'flower tattoo' British woman 31 years after murder: Interpol
A woman found murdered 31 years ago in a river in Belgium has been identified over three decades later thanks to her flower tattoo and an international appeal, Interpol said on Tuesday.
New use of landmines drives up casualties: monitor
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From Christmas gifts to sheep, residents forced from an Icelandic town damaged by hundreds of earthquakes in recent days were able to briefly return on Monday to retrieve their belongings, authorities said.
Jailed Philippine rights campaigner de Lima 'triumphant' after winning bail
Jailed Philippine human rights campaigner Leila de Lima was "triumphant" on Monday after a judge granted her bail, putting her a step closer to freedom after nearly seven years behind bars.
Hundreds of mobsters face hard time after Italian 'maxi-trial'
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A Texas school where students bring their babies along
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Gaza hospitals out of fuel, caught in Israel-Hamas fighting
Israeli troops waged fierce battles against Hamas on Sunday near Gaza's biggest hospital, where thousands were trapped and a lack of fuel forced a nearby major medical centre out of service.
Two S. Koreans among 18 sentenced to death in Vietnam drug bust: state media
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Australia ports firm fights to restore operations after cyber incident
Ports operator DP World said Sunday it had made "significant strides" towards resuming normal freight trade at major gateways into Australia, which have been crippled for two days by a cyber incident.
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Colombia detains 4 in kidnapping of footballer's father
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Pope dismisses US bishop who was prominent critic
Pope Francis on Saturday dismissed US bishop Joseph Strickland, a prominent conservative who has repeatedly criticised his papacy, the Vatican announced.
Israel pressed over Gaza deaths as hospitals hit in fighting
Israel faced growing calls Saturday to protect civilians in Gaza as combat with Hamas intensified around hospitals where Palestinians have sought refuge from intense bombardment and gun battles.
Chinese vessels in high-seas chase of Philippine boat with media
As a Philippine Coast Guard rubber boat carrying journalists sped towards Filipino troops on a grounded navy vessel in the disputed South China Sea, three Chinese speed boats gave chase.
Israel revises down death toll as deadly strikes hit Gaza facilities
Israel on Friday revised down the death toll of last month's Hamas attacks to about 1,200 as it continued its assault on Gaza, with Palestinians saying deadly strikes hit hospitals and a school in Gaza City.
Quakes rock southwestern Iceland as volcanic eruption looms
Icelandic authorities declared a state of emergency on Friday after a series of powerful earthquakes rocked the country's southwestern Reykjanes peninsula, signalling the increased likelihood of a volcanic eruption in the region.
Survivor recalls watching Israel festival massacre from atop a tree
Like most others his age, Uriel Balas was just excited to celebrate his 26th birthday with friends, having saved up for his ticket to Israel's much-anticipated Supernova music festival.
Spain: Sanchez's risky bet of a Catalan alliance
Spain's Socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has taken a big risk allying with Catalan separatists, opening up a breach in Spanish society and even within his own political family.
Palestinians say deadly Israeli strike hit Gaza hospital
Palestinians said a deadly strike on Friday hit Gaza's largest hospital compound as medical facilities sheltering tens of thousands were caught in intense combat between Israel and Hamas.
Prince Harry wins latest round in legal battle with UK newspapers
The publishers of two UK newspapers on Friday lost a bid to have a case for unlawful information gathering brought against them by Prince Harry and others thrown out of court, opening the way for a possible trial.
Philippines accuses China of 'dangerous' actions in South China Sea
The Philippines accused the Chinese coast guard Friday of "dangerous harassment" of Filipino boats in the disputed South China Sea, including firing a water cannon and blocking vessels on a resupply mission.
Texas man executed after more than 30 years on death row
A Texas man who spent more than 30 years on death row for a murder he committed during a robbery when he was 19 was executed on Thursday.
Japanese priest counsels elderly scam victims
In a serene temple in the countryside near Tokyo, the sound of a priest's mobile phone breaks the silence.
Robert De Niro's company found liable for gender discimination
A US jury on Thursday found Robert De Niro's production company liable for gender discrimination against a former employee who said she had been forced to perform "stereotypically female" jobs for the actor.
Shots fired at two Jewish schools in Canada, no injuries
Two Jewish schools in Montreal were hit by gunfire overnight, police said Thursday, amid spiking tensions in Canada over the Israel-Hamas war.
43 million went hungry in Latam, Caribbean last year: UN
Hunger affected some 43.2 million people in Latin America and the Caribbean in 2022, about 6.5 percent of the region's population, the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization said Thursday.
Texas man to be executed after more than 30 years on Death Row
A Texas man who has spent more than 30 years on Death Row for a murder he committed during a robbery when he was 19 years old is to be executed on Thursday.