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Los Angeles Park Closed After Protest To Save Homeless Camp
A newly installed fence surrounded a Los Angeles park Thursday after a latenight confrontation between police and vocal demonstrators who oppose the city's effort to remove a large homeless encampment and perform what officials say are necessary repairs t...
Russia Break Winless Streak With 3-1 Win Over Malta
Russia beat Malta 31 on Wednesday, ending a sixmatch winless streak, to kick off their 2022 World Cup qualifying campaign.
Cuomo Quiet On How Office Protects Aides Amid Allegations
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo declined to say Wednesday what his office is doing to ensure a safe work environment for two female aides who have accused him of sexually harassing or groping them.
North Korea Tested Missiles in 1st Challenge to Biden Administration: US Official
Two missiles were fired on Sunday, echoing Pyongyang's past practices for provoking and testing both Washington and Seoul.
Far-right Party Set To Gain New Influence After Israeli Vote
An alliance of farright groups including openly racist and homophobic candidates appears poised to enter Israel's parliament, possibly as an indispensable member of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's rightwing coalition, according to exit polls Tuesday.
Mexico Charges 3, Detains 25 In Ambush Killing Of 13 Police
Investigators have identified three people as the suspected masterminds of last weeks ambush slaying of 13 law enforcement officers in central Mexico, and a drug gang appears to have been involved, authorities said Tuesday.
Feds: 4 Arrested, Accused In Cuban Migrant Smuggling Scheme
Federal agents have arrested four men in a scheme to smuggle migrants from Cuba to the Florida Keys, authorities said.
Man Accused Of Holding National Guard Members At Gunpoint
An Arizona man is accused of forcing off the road a National Guard envoy that was transporting COVID19 vaccines in West Texas and then holding 11 guard members at gunpoint.
'Disgraceful' Sex Acts in Parliament Rock Australia's Govt as Morrison Struggles With Another Scandal
The graphic images have prompted fresh outrage from female lawmakers and the Australian public, coming on the heels of the rape allegations that sparked mass nationwide protests.
Justices Seem Ready To Rule Against Unions In Farm Case
The Supreme Court appeared ready Monday to side with two California agriculture businesses that want to bar labor organizers from their property, a case that could be another blow to unions.
Brazil's Bolsonaro Takes Birthday Swipe at Covid Restrictions
The far-right leader has defied expert advice on social distancing and face masks to slow the spread of the new coronavirus.
White House Staffers Asked to Resign or Work Remotely After Revealing Past Marijuana Use
Five people are no longer employed at the White House, while additional staffers are working remotely. In many of the cases involving staffers who are no longer employed, additional security factors were in play, including for some hard drug use, the offi...
Subpoenas Target Baltimore's Top Prosecutor, City Councilman
Federal prosecutors have launched a criminal investigation into the finances of Baltimore's top prosecutor and her husband, who is city council president.
US Republican Tom Reed Accused of Sexual Misconduct: Report
In a statement released by his office, Reed said, this account of my actions is not accurate.
FIFA To Open Up Voting For Future Women's World Cup Hosts
FIFA wants more than 200 member federations to pick who hosts the 2027 Womens World Cup, taking the decision from its ruling council.
Seoul Ends Mandatory Covid-19 Testing for Foreigners After Outcry
City authorities still recommended testing for both foreign and Korean workers in "high-risk" workplace