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Mali Presidency: 2 Freed Hostages On Plane To Capital
Malis's presidency has confirmed that prominent Malian politician Soumaila Cisse and French aid worker Sophie Petronin are aboard a flight to the capital Bamako after being freed by alQaidalinked militants.
Some Worried Democrats Have 2nd Thoughts On Voting By Mail
Ann Mintz and Clifford Wagner have been struggling with indecision about the election for weeks. Their angst isn't over whom to vote for the Philadelphia couple are Democrats who support Joe Biden. It's about how, precisely, they should cast their ballot...
Am I Immune To The Coronavirus If I’ve Already Had It?
Am I immune to the coronavirus if Ive already had it?
Norway’s Aging King To Undergo Heart Valve Operation
Norways 83yearold King Harald V was admitted to the main hospital in Oslo Thursday to undergo an operation to replace a heart valve, the palace said.
'Sheer Anxiety': Louisiana Braces Itself For Hurricane Delta
Louisiana residents still recovering from the devastation of a powerful hurricane less than two months ago braced for another hit as Hurricane Delta steamed north through the Gulf on Thursday after swiping Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula.
After Their Lone Debate, Harris And Pence Campaign In Battleground Arizona
Vice President Mike Pence and Democratic challenger Kamala Harris will hit the campaign trail in two battleground states on Thursday, the day after a sedate debate marked by disagreements over the administration's handling of the coronavirus pandemic.
South Korean, Nigerian Chosen As Finalists For Top WTO Job
The World Trade Organization says South Koreas trade minister and a Harvardtrained former Nigerian finance minister have qualified as the two finalists to become the next directorgeneral, ensuring a woman in the top job for the first time.
No Progress On Kyrgyz Impasse As Businesses Warn Of Economic Damage
Kyrgyzstan's parliament failed to gather a quorum in an overnight session, deputies said on Thursday, leaving a power vacuum in the Central Asian nation as rival groups sought to claim power after ousting the cabinet.
Trump Says 'Brave' US Troops in Afghanistan Should Be 'Home by Christmas'
On Twitter, Trump said, "We should have the small remaining number of our BRAVE Men and Women serving in Afghanistan home by Christmas!"
Guard Activated In Wisconsin Before Police Shooting Decision
Wisconsin's governor on Wednesday called in the National Guard ahead of an expected announcement about whether a police officer would face charges in the fatal shooting of a Black teenager in February.
Thousands Evacuated After Fire At Russian Military Arsenal
A fire engulfed a military arsenal in western Russia on Wednesday, triggering huge explosions that have injured at least six and prompted the evacuation of thousands of residents from nearby villages, officials said.
Hawaii Pushes Forward With Tourism Despite Safety Concerns
Despite increasing coronavirus cases across the U.S., Hawaii officials hope to reboot tourism next week by loosening months of economically crippling pandemic restrictions, including a mandatory 14day quarantine for all arriving travelers.
A Nobel Science First: More Than One Woman Winner, No Man
Wednesday's Nobel Prize in chemistry was a historic first for women.
Wall Street Cheerleader Trump Has Little Invested Himself
Even from the hospital, as his doctors were administering a mixture of drugs to battle the coronavirus, President Donald Trump couldnt quite help himself.
In About-face, Trump Seeks To Salvage Parts Of Virus Aid
The White House on Wednesday tried to salvage its favorite items lost in the rubble of COVID19 relief talks that President Donald Trump blew up, with his administration pressing for $1,200 stimulus checks and a new wave of aid for airlines and other busin...
The Latest: Harris And Pence Test Negative Before Debate
The Latest on the 2020 presidential election (all times local):