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North, South Korean Warships Exchange Warning Shots

North and South Korean warships exchanged warning shots near a disputed sea border Tuesday, days after the two sides agreed to high-level talks that many hope could improve inter-Korean relations.

Schulz in Lampedusa: “We have humanitarian obligations to help people fleeing war and persecution"

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EP president Martin Schulz and Italian president of the Chamber of Deputies Laura Boldrini

Australian Jets Conduct First Mission against Islamic State in Iraq

Australian jets have flown their first combat mission over Iraq as part of the international effort to combat Islamic State militants.

Hong Kong Democracy Movement Survives into Week Two

Hong Kong protesters ignored the government’s ultimatum to quit their occupation of the Central business district for the start of the workweek Monday morning, but they created pathways allowing workers to reach their offices. After the night passed...