Same-sex marriage: India awaits historic Supreme Court verdict
The government has strongly opposed petitions that are seeking marriage equality in the Supreme Court.
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Justice Department opens federal hate crime investigation into fatal stabbing of 6-year-old Palestinian-American boy
The US Justice Department has opened a federal hate crime investigation after an Illinois landlord allegedly stabbed a 6-year-old Palestinian-American boy to death and seriously wounded his mother because the family is Muslim.
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Israel evacuates villages near Lebanon border amid fears of escalation
Israel accuses of Iran of ordering attacks by Hezbollah militants that killed two Israelis on Sunday.
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What is the Rafah crossing and why is it Gaza's lifeline?
The border crossing with Egypt is the only point of exit for Palestinians looking to flee Gaza.
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Nithari killings: Allahabad High Court frees 'serial killers' on death row
The two men were convicted for the rape and murder of 19 women and children in 2005.
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Ecuador country profile
Provides an overview of Ecuador, including key events and facts about this South American country.
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Maldives country profile
Provides an overview of the Maldives, including key facts about this Indian Ocean country.
1970-01-01 08:00
DR Congo boat accident: At least 40 dead, 167 missing
The overloaded boat was sailing at night, in breach of safety regulations, officials say.
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Ugandan police foil ADF plot to bomb churches - Yoweri Museveni
The president says two bombs were linked to public address systems, and sent to pastors.
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Former Bank of China boss arrested on bribery charges
He is the latest banker to be prosecuted under Chinese President Xi's anti-corruption crackdown.
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Boy, 6, killed in anti-Muslim attack, say US police
Police in Illinois link the killing of a boy and injuries to his mother to the ongoing Israel-Gaza war.
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Polish election: EU looks to welcome back Poland after years of antagonism
Brussels had been deeply worried about this election, even if little was said in public.
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