Trump officials eased sanctions on "Blood Diamond" magnate despite concerns
Businessman Dan Gertler received broad relief from sanctions in Trump administration's final days.
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Number of migrants at U.S. border could skyrocket with end of Title 42
The pandemic-era rule made it easier for U.S. authorities to turn back migrants, many who are fleeing poverty and persecution.
Man reunited with mom 44 years after she thought he died as an infant
The group's founder says they are still trying to locate about 8,000 people, and he hopes this incredible success story will help other families keep hope alive.
Missing U.S. college student located in Spain: "He is alive"
Ken Deland Jr. was reported missing last month while studying abroad in France.
Japan to double defense spending, gain missiles amid regional threats
U.S. officials were quick to praise the massive adjustment to post-WWII Japan's pacifist policy as marking "a new era in the defense of democracy."
Death toll rises to 24 after landslide in Malaysia, including a mother and son
"We saw the tent beside us was totally gone," one witness said.
"Explosion" of COVID cases in China not due to relaxed rules, WHO says
Despite official promises of a vaccine surge and calls for most of those infected to just ride it out, sudden policy changes have left many people nervous.
4 in critical condition after crush at Asake concert in London
The police force said it would hold a thorough investigation into what happened and how officers responded.
Huge saltwater aquarium bursts in Berlin, forcing hotel evacuation
The unexplained failure of the "Aqua-Dom," a 265,000-gallon tank holding around 1,500 fish, was so powerful that it sent debris flying onto the street outside.
How Egypt's last Jews will mark Hanukkah, and keep their culture alive
Before the Arab-Israeli War in 1948, there were around 80,000 Egyptian Jews in the country. Now there are 3, and the youngest, at 70, is worried about what comes next.
Migrants in Texas share stories of being kidnapped and held in Mexico
Once they arrived in El Paso, Texas, they faced a new problem.
Whale injured by ship makes her "last journey" – a 3,000-mile swim to Hawaii
Moon used only her pectoral fins to travel to Hawaii, where she is now "completely emaciated and covered in whale lice" – and according to one local professional diver, even being followed by sharks.
Tainted bootleg booze kills more than 30 in prohibitionist Indian state
Illicit liquor has become hugely profitable across India, where some states ban booze and bootleggers sell huge quantities to the poor at a cheap rate.
Prince Harry describes "terrifying" meeting with his dad and brother
Royal couple say their refusal to accept press attacks they blame for Meghan's miscarriage, and their "stealing the limelight," prompted their British exodus.
Boris Becker released from British prison and will be deported: U.K. media
The German tennis legend was sentenced to 30 months in April but was freed early. He's denied hiding some $3.1 million in assets to avoid paying debts.
These factors could decide Netanyahu's fate in Israel's election
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Trump's oil and gas stocks gained millions during Iran war
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Betting companies cap winners while lavishing losers with rewards
Maurene Comey, James Comey's daughter, was unlawfully fired, judge rules
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Iran shrugs off Trump's attack threats, says diplomacy ongoing
Duchess Meghan confronted dad over child abuse claims last year
Walter Koenig, actor who played Chekov on "Star Trek," dies at 90
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