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A Look at Deadliest Attacks in Afghanistan in Recent Years
The deadly bombing at a wedding in Afghanistan’s capital late Saturday was a stark reminder that the war-weary country faces daily threats not only from the long-established Taliban but also from a brutal local affiliate of the Islamic State group.
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Wildfire Forces 2,000 to Evacuate in Spain’s Canary Islands
Authorities on Spain’s Canary Islands say around 2,000 people have been evacuated due to a wildfire that has ravaged more than 500 hectares (1,235 acres) since it broke out less than 24 hours ago.
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Major Players Shaping Troubled Afghanistan’s Future
Saturday night’s devastating attack on a wedding in Afghanistan’s capital comes amid huge uncertainty about the country’s future. The United States and the Taliban say they are nearing a deal to end America’s longest conflict, one that has lasted a generation and left tens of thousands dead. The U.S.-Taliban talks have sidelined the government in Kabul, which is increasingly frustrated.
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Police: Mudslide in Pakistani-Administered Kashmir Kills 7
Pakistani police say a mudslide after heavy rains killed seven members of a single family, including five children, in Pakistani-administered Kashmir.
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LEADING OFF: Cubs-Pirates in Williamsport, CC Faces Indians
A look at what’s happening around the majors today:
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French Police Suicide Rate Climbs, French Govt Is Flummoxed
Three riot police officers, a police commander, a police academy teacher ? all are among eight French police officers who have killed themselves recently. That makes 64 so far this year ? and the number just keeps on climbing.
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Bodies Found at Site of China Rockslide With 17 Missing
Teams have begun recovering bodies at a railway repair site in southwestern China where 17 workers were buried by rocks.
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The Latest: Hong Kong Protesters Occupy Major Road
The Latest on protests in Hong Kong (all times local):
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Israeli Troops Kill 3 Palestinians Near Gaza Fence
Gaza’s Health Ministry says Israeli troops have killed three Palestinians and severely wounded a fourth near the heavily guarded perimeter fence.
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Cowboys Edge Rams 14-10 in Preseason Game in Hawaii
Dak Prescott appears ready for the regular season, with or without Ezekiel Elliott.