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Japan funding for imperial ceremonies sparks rare dissent
October 20, 2019
Japan funding for imperial ceremonies sparks rare dissent
When it comes to Japan’s royal family, anti-monarchy sentiment is almost non-existent. But government funding for two highly symbolic imperial…
Tear gas and water cannon as crowds defy Hong Kong rally ban
October 20, 2019
Tear gas and water cannon as crowds defy Hong Kong rally ban
Police fired water cannon and tear gas at Hong Kongers who defied authorities with an illegal march on Sunday, their…
Boeing wants it to fly, but travelers fear the 737 MAX
October 20, 2019
Boeing wants it to fly, but travelers fear the 737 MAX
On September 12, Boeing started putting out 30-second videos in which employees tout its planes’ safety, hoping to reassure travelers…
After corruption allegations, Trump says G7 summit won’t be at his resort
October 20, 2019
After corruption allegations, Trump says G7 summit won’t be at his resort
US President Donald Trump said on Saturday the next G7 summit will not be at one of his own Florida…
EU mulls Johnson’s reluctant Brexit delay request
October 20, 2019
EU mulls Johnson’s reluctant Brexit delay request
EU leaders were on Sunday considering a request by Prime Minister Boris Johnson to delay Britain’s departure from the bloc,…
British PM fights threat of further delay in Brexit debate
October 19, 2019
British PM fights threat of further delay in Brexit debate
Prime Minister Boris Johnson fought attempts Saturday to potentially further delay Britain’s protracted departure from the European Union, as MPs…
Alone in Greece, refugee and migrant minors fight against despair
October 19, 2019
Alone in Greece, refugee and migrant minors fight against despair
At the notoriously overcrowded Greek island camp of Moria, Ezzatolah Soleimani admits he cries often amid despair, scenes of violence…
Chile president declares state of emergency after violent protests
October 19, 2019
Chile president declares state of emergency after violent protests
Chile’s president declared a state of emergency in Santiago Friday night and gave the military responsibility for security after a…
Brexit in the balance as British MPs hold historic vote
October 19, 2019
Brexit in the balance as British MPs hold historic vote
British MPs gather Saturday for a historic vote on Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s Brexit deal — a decision that could…
British PM tries to sell Brexit deal to MPs
October 18, 2019
British PM tries to sell Brexit deal to MPs
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will on Friday seek to sell his Brexit deal to skeptical MPs, as he returns…