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New center-right government in France announced 2 months after divisive elections

7:35pm September 21, 2024

The French presidential palace unveiled a new government dominated by conservatives and centrists. A left-wing coalition secured the most seats in June-July elections but failed to win a majority.

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In northern Israel, life is transformed by threat of war

5:36pm September 21, 2024

by Ruth Sherlock

Northern Israel is on edge after mass attacks across the border in Lebanon.

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Okinawa's governor strives for regional diplomacy as tensions in Asia-Pacific rise

5:01pm September 21, 2024

Denny Tamaki, governor of Okinawa prefecture, says his personal story is deeply entwined with the U.S. military’s presence on the island.

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Sudanese refugees share their experiences fleeing the country's civil war

7:44am September 21, 2024

by Scott Simon

Tens of thousands of Sudanese have fled civil war and are crossing into Chad for safety. At the border, we hear from people — mostly women — on what they've seen and experienced that forced them to leave.

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Venezuelan refugees face new obstacles trying to settle in neighboring countries

7:43am September 21, 2024

by Manuel Rueda

An increasing number of Venezuelan opposition activists are trying to flee the country. But finding refuge in other Latin American countries can be challenging.

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What's next after a tumultuous week in the Middle East?

7:43am September 21, 2024

by Jane Arraf

Deadly attacks have intensified the fighting between Israel and the Iran-backed Lebanese militia Hezbollah.

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Sri Lanka will elect a new president two years after ousting former leader

7:43am September 21, 2024

by Diaa Hadid

Sri Lanka heads for an unprecedented three-way presidential vote today. Analysts say a Maoist candidate may win amid a popular desire for change after a former president's ouster.

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U.K. dads are wrapping baby slings on male statues to push for more paternity leave

7:01am September 21, 2024

The purpose is to raise awareness on the U.K.'s low paternity leave benefits, which currently stand at two weeks of paid time off for new fathers.

How Biden is getting used to life as a lame-duck president

6:00am September 21, 2024

by Tamara Keith

President Biden has been receding from the spotlight as the campaign marches on. But he still holds the highest office in the land for another four months and he’s trying to make the most of it.

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How Germany's far-right party is using AI-generated videos in its campaigns

4:49pm September 20, 2024

by Rob Schmitz

Germany's far-right party is campaigning with AI-generated videos warning of the supposed dangers of migration for the upcoming regional vote. Critics call the ads racist.

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