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Public Gatherings Banned as Samoa's Measles Crisis Continues
A state of emergency was declared in Samoa this week as the country continues to battle a measles crisis that's claimed 20 lives to date.
Russia Warns NATO Is 'Approaching Our Borders,' Discusses 2020s Strategy'
In the 70 years since its founding, the U.S.-led NATO military alliance has steadily expanded into Eastern Europe, bringing with it new weapons viewed as provocative by Russia.
China Sends Military toward U.S. Navy Challenge At Sea As Ties Put to Test
"No matter what tricks the U.S. vessels and aircraft may play, the Chinese military is determined and has the ability to safeguard the national sovereignty and security and maintain peace and stability in the South China Sea," said Senior Colonel Li Huamin.
Sarah Ferguson's Money Troubles Made Prince Andrew's Epstein Problem Worse
Prince Andrew orchestrated a plan for Jeffrey Epstein to pay off $19,000-worth of his ex-wife's debt.
Man Found Guilty of Killing Pregnant Ex-Wife By Shooting Her With Crossbow
Incredibly, the crossbow bolt missed the baby boy, who was delivered via Caesarean section.
Putin Says Scientists Killed in Nuclear Blast Tested 'Unparalleled' Weapon
At least five scientists with Russia's nuclear agency Rosatom were killed after a blast at the Nyonoksa testing range on August 8.
Millions of Dollars of Viking Treasure That Could Rewrite History Stolen
Instead of reporting their discovery to authorities, as is the custom in the U.K., George Powell, 38, and Layton Davies, 51, spoke to dealers. They have been charged with concealment and theft.
Taxi Drivers Storm Hospital to Get Body of Baby Held Over Unpaid Bills
The 6-month-old baby had died after surgery at the hospital in Padang, Indonesia, but his mother said she was not allowed to take the body away for burial.
Granddad of Toddler Who Died in Cruise Ship Fall Doesn't Fear Prosecution
Salvatore Anello has denied being responsible for the death of his granddaughter Chloe Wiegand in July.
Pope Francis Says 'Every Nation' Should Be Fighting To Protect Migrants
"It is not just about migrants; it is also about the face we want to give to our societies," Pope Francis said.
Big Cat Researchers in Iran Jailed for Up to a Decade for Espionage
Researchers in Iran were given sentences for up to ten years after being arrested on charges of being American spies.
Iran Holds Major Air War Games As U.S. Military Enters Top Oil Route
"If the enemy intends to invade, attack or even infringe on our country's skyline, which is one of our red lines," Iran's army air defense commander warned, "we can deal with it."
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Photos: Walk Among The Treetops in Denmark
"Nature provides the real experience. We just made it more accessible," says the architect of Camp Adventure's new observation deck.
Earth Could Lose Half of Its Donkeys in the Next Five Years, Study Says
New research into the global donkey population indicates that the trade in the animal's skins has exploded to such a level that they face population collapse.
Russia Is Building Its Own Wikipedia After Putin Says It Needs One
Russian President Vladimir Putin oversaw the completion of the Great Soviet Encyclopedia's successor and now wants a Wikipedia-style resource. But the Kremlin promises Moscow won't block the original.
Prince Andrew's Daughters Will Have to Quit Public Duties, Says Ex-Reporter
The BBC's former royal correspondent Peter Hunt said Prince Andrew's "humiliation is complete" after he announced he would be stepping down from public duties over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Surgeon on Flight Drains Bladder of Elderly Passenger to Save His Life
Quick-thinking doctors used what was to hand to help the passenger on board the China Southern Airlines plane that departed from Guangzhou.
Man Jailed After Being Caught in Police Sting Paying $200 to Abuse Child
Tyrel Benjamin, 25, was sentenced to seven years in jail after he pleaded guilty to a number of sexual offenses, including attempting to pay for the sexual services of a child.
Girl, 11, in 'Critical' Condition Following Suspected Snake Bite
Medical staff at Lismore Base in New South Wales were able to stabilize the patient last night after she was rushed to the hospital by helicopter.
BTS Will Not Be Exempt From Korean Military Service Under New Regulations
BTS and other male K-pop stars will not be given military service waiver as the South Korean government introduces new guidelines.
Family of Cruise Ship Death Toddler 'Really Not Doing Well'
Parents of Chloe Wiegand have always maintained Salvatore Anello is not responsible for the child's death in July.
Prince Andrew Must Cooperate with FBI Says Epstein Victim's Lawyer
The Duke of York has stepped down from his royal duties after his interview with the BBC about his friendship with the convicted sex offender who was found dead in his cell.
China Trains With Saudi Arabia, U.S. Thinks It Will Sell Arms to Iran Too
While China and Saudi Arabia seek to "enhance the mutual trust and friendly relations" between their armed forces, a U.N. arms embargo on Iran is set to expire next October.