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A Republican believer in climate change is out to convert his party

Inglis is doubling down on the beliefs that cost him his seat in Congress: Climate change is real, and Republicans must act.

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How a Seattle nun is taking on the gun industry

Sister Judy Byron is working with faith-based activist investors to target America's gun companies — and she's won some surprise victories.

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Iran launches ballistic missile bearing 'Death to America' message

The force alleged that "terrorists" are supported and guided by the United States in line with "satanic" plans of the White House.

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Evidence doesn't support claims against Kavanaugh, prosecutor says

"I do not think that a reasonable prosecutor would bring this case based on the evidence before the committee," Rachel Mitchell writes.

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'You're missing your soul mate': Survivors grieve year after Vegas massacre

One year later, survivors and family members of the victims of the massacre at the Route 91 Harvest country music festival on Oct.1 are still healing.

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Low voter turnout clouds overwhelming 'Yes' vote in Macedonian referendum

A referendum on changing the nation of Macedonia’s name to North Macedonia to pave the way for NATO membership resulted in low voter participation today, a blow to the prime minister’s hopes for a strong message of support.

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Europe clinches Ryder Cup victory in Paris

Europe seals victory over the US at the 2018 Ryder Cup in Paris with a final score of 16.5 to 9.5

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Troubled club NATO may gain a new member

"Borders in the Balkans have been redrawn so many times we do not take them for granted, unless they are guaranteed by a bigger security mechanism."

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Death toll from Indonesia tsunami rises to 832

Many people were reported trapped in the rubble of buildings brought down in the 7.5 magnitude quake.

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Boy, 13, attacked by shark off Southern California beach

The boy "sustained traumatic injuries to the upper torso area" in the attack off an Encinitas beach.

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North Korea says it won't disarm first, citing U.S. sanctions as source of mistrust

Secretary Pompeo responded, saying that the sanctions must continue "vigorously and without fail" until the region denuclearizes.

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Pope seeks prayers to save church from 'attacks by the devil'

A Vatican statement appeared to be an indirect response to accusations that Pope Francis and other officials were part of a cover up of sexual misconduct

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Riot of color as separatists throw paint at Barcelona police

'I make a call for calm,' the city's mayor said.

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Brexit is just six months away. And neither backers nor foes are happy.

A slew of issues remain unresolved, including customs and tariffs, medicine and aviation regulation, fishing rights and what happens at the Irish border.

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Quake-triggered tsunami kills at least 384 in Indonesia

A 7.5 magnitude earthquake triggered a tsunami with waves up to 9.8 high slamming into the tourist town of Palu

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One passenger missing in Micronesia plane crash

Air Niugini is unable to account for a man after earlier saying all 47 passengers and crew had evacuated safely.

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Citing Iran-backed violence, U.S. closes consulate, pulls diplomats out of Basra

Secretary Pompeo: 'The United States will hold Iran directly responsible for any harm to Americans or to our diplomatic facilities in Iraq.'

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Facebook say 50 million accounts affected after major security breach

Facebook say 50 million accounts affected after major security breach and 90 million accounts may have to take action

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Tsunami strikes Indonesia after local authorities lift warning

Video footage showed a six foot wall of water smashing into the Indonesian city of Palu.

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Danish police operation shuts major bridges, ferries to Sweden

While the operation is still ongoing, the bridges were set to be reopened soon.