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A tropical cyclone makes landfall in northern Madagascar, killing 18 people

18 people have been killed and four people are missing this week in Madagascar after a tropical cyclone made landfall on the north end of the island nation; severe flooding has affected villages.

US-funded Radio Free Asia closes its Hong Kong bureau over safety concerns under new security law

The Hong Kong bureau of Radio Free Asia, a U.S.-funded news organization, has closed due to concerns about safety under a new national security law; reflects city's diminishing space for a free press.

Humboldt Broncos bus crash survivor qualifies for Paralympics in rowing

Nearly six years after surviving a deadly bus crash that killed 16 of his teammates and hockey club staff, Jacob Wassermann has qualified for the Paralympics in rowing.

In Cuba, the terminal stage of communism is a mafia

The wreckage of the Cuban economy really can’t be exaggerated. The perpetual blackouts are an apt symbol of a country that is headed for the dark ages.

Florida car chase in 2020 may be linked to Havana syndrome: report

A high-speed chase in Key West, Florida, may be linked to the mysterious phenomenon known as "Havana syndrome," according to a new report set to air Sunday.

Turkey’s Erdogan suffers setback after opposition sees massive gains in urban areas

Turkey’s main opposition party made huge gains in the country’s urban areas in local elections Sunday, dealing a blow to longtime President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Israeli troops withdraw from Shifa Hospital in Gaza: IDF

The Israeli Defense Force troops is withdrawing troops from Shifa Hospital in Gaza after a second raid of the hospital two weeks ago, the Hamas-run Gaza health ministry said.

Navy makes shocking aircraft carrier decision while China threat rises

The latest budget war puts our Navy in dangerous straits. A shocking decision could delay the aircraft carrier program for two years, while the threat from China continues to worsen.

Russian-American journalist to remain in custody for 2 more months following court order

Alsu Kurmasheva, a Russian-American journalist, has been ordered to remain in custody for another two months pending her investigation and trial after being arrested on Oct. 18.

Austria says it must deter Russian infiltration after allegations of spying emerge

After a former Austrian intelligence officer was arrested for allegedly spying for Russia, Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer said Austria needs to boost its security to prevent Russian infiltration.

US and Israeli officials hold virtual talks on their dispute over a Rafah military operation

Israeli and American officials met by video conference Monday to discuss the potential expansion of the Israel-Hamas war to the Gaza city of Rafah; the U.S. opposes the move on humanitarian grounds.

Indonesian President-elect Subianto visits China in bid to strengthen ties

Indonesia's President-elect Prabowo Subianto, who will succeed Joko Widodo later this year, met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Monday to continue Indonesia's 'friendly policy' toward China.

Russian crews end 2-week rescue effort to reach 13 miners in a collapsed mine and declare them dead

Russian authorities declared 13 people dead, calling off a two-week long effort to rescue workers trapped in a collapsed gold mine; rescuers used pumps to try to remove water that flooded the mine.

Congo appoints its first female prime minister as violence surges in the east

The Democratic Republic of Congo's President Felix Tshisekedi has fulfilled a campaign promise and has appointed Judith Suminwa Tuluka as the country's first female prime minister.

Morning Glory: Israel’s war of survival

The only way to understand Israel's war in Gaza is to rely on the right experts. The legacy media can't be counted on, so here is an essential set of resources to get behind the scenes.

Freed Israeli hostage, 71, reflects on 'surreal' rescue from Hamas in Rafah

The 71-year-old Argentinian-Israeli Luis Har, a hostage who was freed in a special forces operation in Rafah, Gaza, reflects on his captivity, rescue and the lasting effects thereof.

29 migrants rescued from boat off Greek island's coast

29 migrants were rescued from the Mediterranean Sea on Tuesday in a crippled boat south of the Greek island of Crete, according to regional authorities.

Turkey denies pro-Kurdish mayor-elect the right to assume office

Turkish authorities on Tuesday denied pro-Kurdish Mayor-elect Abdullah Zeydan of Van the right to assume office, replacing him with the pro-Erdoğan runner-up from his election.

Typhoon-like winds hit South China during major storm, leaving 7 dead

Extreme weather hits China's southern Jiangxi province with rare typhoon-like winds that have killed at least 7 people and 552 individuals have been evacuated.

South Sudan's president warns against clinging to power after call to postpone elections

Salva Kiir, president of South Sudan, warned lawmakers on Wednesday 'not to cling to power' following a proposed postponement of December's elections, originally supposed to be held in 2023.

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