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China accused of using overseas bases to target dissidents

China accused of using overseas bases to target dissidents

THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — China has reportedly established dozens of “overseas police stations” in nations around the world that activists fear could be used to track and harass dissidents as part of Beijing's crackdown on corruption.
ASEAN foreign ministers urge more progress in Myanmar crisis

ASEAN foreign ministers urge more progress in Myanmar crisis

JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Southeast Asian foreign ministers acknowledged Thursday that their efforts to bring peace to Myanmar haven't succeeded and agreed to increase their determination to end violence in the country, where a military takeover last
After abortion vote, Kansas lawmakers' power back on ballot

After abortion vote, Kansas lawmakers' power back on ballot

TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) — Kansas voters are being asked to reduce the authority of the governor and other state officials and give legislators a bigger say in how the state regulates businesses, protects the environment and preserves residents' health.
Bosnia: Recount confirms pro-Russia Serb leader won election

Bosnia: Recount confirms pro-Russia Serb leader won election

SARAJEVO, Bosnia-Herzegovina (AP) — An election recount confirmed a staunchly pro-Russia Bosnian Serb leader’s victory over an opposition challenger who accused him of vote-rigging in the contest for the presidency of Bosnia's Serb-run part.
Turkey: Top doctor jailed on terror propaganda charges

Turkey: Top doctor jailed on terror propaganda charges

ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkish authorities placed the president of the Turkish Medical Association under arrest on “terrorist propaganda” charges Thursday after she called for an investigation into allegations that the Turkish military used chemical w
In Pa. governor's race, faith surfaces in contrasting ways

In Pa. governor's race, faith surfaces in contrasting ways

CARMICHAELS, Pa. (AP) — In one of the most closely watched races in one of the most contested of battleground states, both gubernatorial candidates bring up religion. But in starkly different ways.
France's Macron visits military sites, touts arms production

France's Macron visits military sites, touts arms production

PARIS (AP) — In a show of France’s military prowess, President Emmanuel Macron visited a Caesar cannon firing range and missile testing facility Thursday.
Rural areas to get $759M in grants for high-speed internet

Rural areas to get $759M in grants for high-speed internet

RALEIGH, N.C.
FBI probing ex-CIA officer's spying for World Cup host Qatar

FBI probing ex-CIA officer's spying for World Cup host Qatar

A former CIA officer who spied on Qatar’s rivals to help the tiny Arab country land this year’s World Cup is now under FBI scrutiny and newly obtained documents show he offered clandestine services that went beyond soccer to try to influence U.S.
Israeli minister signals defense ties' restart with Turkey

Israeli minister signals defense ties' restart with Turkey

ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Israel's defense minister on Thursday signaled a possible resumption of defense ties with Turkey as the two nations take steps to normalize their strained relationship.
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