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Algeria: Skepticism Greets President’s Planned Exit
Algerian protesters and opposition leaders are cautiously welcoming President Abdelaziz Bouteflika’s planned departure, but say it doesn’t go far enough.
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German Court Rejects Damages for Prolonging Patient’s Life
A German federal court has rejected a man’s claim for compensation for what he argued was needless suffering caused to his sick father by a doctor’s efforts to keep him alive.
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Mozambique Cyclone Death Toll Up to 598; Cholera Spreads
Authorities say the death toll in Mozambique from last month’s cyclone has risen to 598 while humanitarian workers race to contain a cholera outbreak in the storm’s wake.
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Pope: Women Have ‘Legitimate Claims’ for Justice, Equality
Pope Francis says women have 'legitimate claims' to seek more justice and equality in the Catholic Church, but has stopped short of endorsing more sweeping calls from his own bishops to give women decision-making roles.
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Egyptian Official Says Province to Ban Single Use Plastics
An Egyptian official says his Red Sea province will impose a ban on disposable plastics, prohibiting everything from single use straws to plastic bags in an effort to fight pollution.
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Berlin Zoo Unveils Name of Latest Polar Bear Cub
It’s Hertha.
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EU’s Juncker Concerned Over Italy’s Slowing Economy
EU Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker says he is slightly concerned over Italy’s slowing economy, and expressed hope that the government would take action to accelerate growth.
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Elections Looming, Netanyahu to Head to Moscow to Meet Putin
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will travel to Russia this week for talks with President Vladimir Putin.
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Man Shot by Police Is Jailed on Attempted Murder Charges
An Alabama man shot by police during a car chase has since been released from the hospital and jailed.
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Teen Sets Record as Youngest Around-The-World Solo Pilot
It’s now official: A Louisiana teenager is the youngest pilot to fly solo around the world.