U.S., Afghanistan at odds over prisoner release
U.S. officials warn that some of the 88 prisoners approved for release are a threat; yet another security-related disagreement between two nations
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Ariel Sharon in critical condition, Israeli hospital says
One of Israel's most iconic and controversial prime ministers, Sharon now clinging to life after 7 years in coma
Rescue delayed for ship stuck in ice in Antartica
Sea ice prevented a barge from reaching a rescue vehicle
Ariel Sharon's health worsens, hospital says
Medical condition of comatose former Israeli prime minister has sharply deteriorated, according to hospital treating him
Mogadishu hotel rocked by deadly bomb blasts
At least 6 dead after two car bombs explode outside hotel in Somali capital that is often used by foreigners and government officials
"Loony Dook" swimmers ring in 2014
In Scotland, costumed revelers ring in the new year with a swim in the River Forth
Putin visits bomb-hit Volgograd
Russian president visits bombing victims and questions officials he has ordered to beef up security ahead of Sochi Olympics
Pope's new year message: "Accept each other"
Laying out hopes for 2014, Pope Francis urges people to accept each other's differences and enemies to recognize they are brothers
North Korea claims strength after removal of "filth"
In New Year's message, Kim Jong Un makes reference to uncle, whose execution last month raised questions about Kim's grip on power
2014 kicks off with a bang
Celebrations around the world usher in the new year
Emerging global flash points promise difficult 2014
Withdrawal from Afghanistan, tension in East Asia, and instability in Africa are primed to leap to the top of Obama's foreign policy to-do list
Michael Schumacher remains stable in French hospital
But agent warns Formula One legend's condition also still "critical" due to brain injury sustained in French Alps ski accident
Revelers celebrate the new year around the globe
From Sydney to Times Square, people ring in the New Year with fireworks, ball drops and revelry
Pope asks people to reflect on if they helped others in 2013
During his year-end prayer service Pope Francis asked if people have used 2013 for self-interest or helping others
AP Tally: NATO casualties fell in 2013
NATO casualties fell in 2013, but Afghan forces saw their casualty numbers increase
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Trump touts imminent decision on potential new attack on Iran
Thomas Markle Sr., Meghan's father, arrested in Florida, sources say
DOJ official resigns amid questions about "grand conspiracy" probe
Newly empowered Democrats could revive plans for court reforms
Judge blocks construction on Trump's 250-foot arch for now
Employers added 165,000 jobs in October, soaring past expectations
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Dolly Parton's estate moves to dismiss lawsuit against nephew
Jay Rockefeller, former governor and U.S. senator, dies at 89
