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Spain Gives Catalonia's Separatist Leader An Ultimatum

8:10am October 12, 2017

Spain says he must explain his vague declaration of independence. Rachel Martin talks to Pedro Morenés, Spain's ambassador to Washington, about what Catalonia could lose by breaking away.

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Spain Celebrates National Day Despite Catalan Crisis

7:51am October 12, 2017

by Lauren Frayer

Spain is celebrating National Day, which commemorates Christopher Columbus' arrival in the Americas. The celebration comes amid turmoil caused by a referendum on independence for Catalonia.

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Romania's 'Brain Drain'

5:34am October 12, 2017

by David Welna

An exodus of young and skilled workers has afflicted much of Eastern Europe since the collapse of the Soviet Union. Perhaps nowhere is this "brain drain" more striking than in Romania.

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What's At Stake For Boeing In The Iran Deal

5:34am October 12, 2017

by Jackie Northam

Most U.S. firms can't do business with Iran even under the nuclear deal the president may try to unravel. But a lot is at stake for airplane-maker Boeing, which has signed deals with Iranian airlines.

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Indian Supreme Court Says Sex With Underage Wife Is Rape

5:34am October 12, 2017

by Julie McCarthy

India's Supreme Court ruled Wednesday that a man is committing rape if he has sex with an underage wife. It is a victory for women's rights advocates.

Iranian President Hasan Rouhani delivers a speech during the opening session of the new Parliament in Tehran in 2016.

What Is — And Isn't — Covered By The Iranian Nuclear Deal

11:29pm October 11, 2017

by Greg Myre

The 2015 nuclear deal raised hopes that Iran might act in a more moderate fashion. But many of Iran's more provocative moves, including ballistic missile tests, aren't subject to the agreement.

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Afghan aushak (dumplings) from Lapis, a restaurant in Washington, D.C., run by the Popal family

Smithsonian Night Market Celebrates The Art Of Asian Cuisine

9:06pm October 11, 2017

by Kristen Hartke

Food is central to culture, but museums often overlook it. So for their grand reopening, the Smithsonian's Asian art museums are giving center stage to cuisine from across Earth's largest continent.

The USS John S. McCain, shown docked in Singapore on Aug. 22, was damaged after colliding with an oil tanker. Two top U.S. Navy officers were dismissed Tuesday as the 7th Fleet continues its investigation into the crash.

Top Navy Officers Fired In Ongoing Leadership Shake-Up After Deadly Collisions

7:07pm October 11, 2017

by Amy Held

The U.S. 7th Fleet said Tuesday that this summer's crash of the USS John S. McCain was preventable. The August collision was the latest in a string of Navy mishaps in the Pacific this year.

Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy speaks at the Spanish parliament in Madrid on Wednesday. Rajoy has asked Catalan leader Carles Puigdemont to confirm whether he has declared independence.

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Spain Gives Catalonia A Deadline: Retract Independence Claim Or Else

6:57pm October 11, 2017

by Camila Domonoske

Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy has given the region a few days to "clarify" if it's declaring independence. If so, Rajoy vows he will suspend Catalonia's semi-autonomy and institute direct rule.

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The Question In Spain: Did He Or Didn't He Declare Independence?

4:44pm October 11, 2017

by Lauren Frayer

After a confusing speech by the Catalan separatist leader, the Spanish government wants to know if he did or didn't declare independence — because if he did, Madrid is ready to take over Catalonia's autonomy.