Republican block means major branch of US military lacks a confirmed leader for first time in over a century
A major branch of the US military does not have a Senate confirmed leader for the first time in more than a century, as a result of a Republican senator refusing to lift his block on military nominations.
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Martinique profile
Provides an overview of Martinique, including key facts about this French Caribbean territory.
1970-01-01 08:00
Romania country profile
Provides an overview of Romania, including key dates and facts about this European country.
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Marine taken into custody after missing 14-year-old girl found at Camp Pendleton, authorities say
A United States Marine has been taken into custody for questioning after a 14-year-old girl who was reported missing was found at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in San Diego County, California, last month, authorities said.
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2 killed, 5 injured after shooting at Texas party
Two people were killed and five others were injured after gunfire broke out at a party early Sunday morning in Amarillo, Texas, according to police.
1970-01-01 08:00
Hiker's body recovered after apparent slip and fall from Arizona's Bell Rock trail
The body of an Arizona hiker was recovered Friday after he apparently "slipped and fell to his death" while hiking near Sedona, according to authorities.
1970-01-01 08:00
NBA rumors: Warriors make underrated last-second free agent signing
The latest NBA rumors indicate that the Warriors have made one of the last big free agency signings available.Eight days into July, there really aren't many game-changing moves left to be made when building an NBA roster. The draft is well in the rearview and NBA free agency is nearly a wee...
1970-01-01 08:00
Kylian Mbappe points finger at PSG hierarchy over Champions League failings
Kylian Mbappe says PSG's failings in the Champions League must be addressed with the club's hierarchy. The 24-year-old has one year left on his deal and has been strongly linked with a move to Real Madrid.
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France riots: Can Paris prevent tensions igniting again?
The riots in the country's suburban estates have subsided, for now, but deep divisions remain.
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Texas deploys floating barrier in Rio Grande River to deter migrant crossings at US-Mexico border
The state of Texas on Friday began deploying a marine floating barrier on the Rio Grande River in an attempt to deter migrant crossings along the US-Mexico border, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said.
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Corbin Carroll injury has D’Backs waiting on MRI with bated breath
Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star Corbin Carroll injured his shoulder in Thursday night's loss. Nowthe world waits to see howserious theinjury is.Corbin Carroll has been nothing shy of revelatory in his second season with the Arizona Diamondbacks. The 22-year-old has been a force in the middle ...
1970-01-01 08:00
Astros catching heat again after shady play by Chas McCormick vs. Mariners
Fans are calling Chas McCormick dirty after the Astros outfielder took a swipe at Mariners first baseman Ty France's glove.The Astros already have a less-than-stellar reputation in baseball these days. Chas McCormick did the team no favors in cleaning up their image on Thursday night.Th...
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