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Kim Jong Un's Sister Threatens S. Korea with Military Action
The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un threatened military action against South Korea as she bashed Seoul over declining bilateral relations and its inability to stop activists from floating anti-Pyongyang leaflets across the border.
Episode of UK Sitcom Fawlty Towers Pulled Over Racist Slurs
One of the most memorable episodes of one of the most popular British sitcoms of all-time has been withdrawn from a U.K. streaming service because of numerous racial slurs.
"Willkommen auf Mallorca!" Germans to Test Out Virus Tourism
Spain's sunny, beautiful Balearic Islands will allow thousands of German tourists to fly in for a two-week trial that tests out how to balance the needs of Spain's vital tourism industry with new regulations to curb the country's coronavirus outbreak.
Still Beside the Queen at 99: Prince Philip to Mark Birthday
When Britain's Prince Philip reaches the grand age of 99 on Wednesday, he will spend it quietly and in much the same way he's spent most of his adult life: beside Queen Elizabeth II.
K-Pop Fans Become an Unexpected Ally to American Protesters
As American protesters took to the streets to mourn the death of George Floyd, they found an unexpected ally: K-pop fans.
Watch: Adorable Gay Couple Featured in Polish Condom Ad
Durex is airing an ad for condoms in Poland that features a same-sex couple - despite Poland's vitriolic anti-LGBTQ political climate.
Magic in Greek Moonlight As Outdoor Cinemas Open
They're like enchanted pleasure gardens concealed in the depths of the city that open their gates for a few months every year.
Africa's Essential Truckers Say They Face Virus Stigma
Africa's long-distance truckers transport essential supplies. But they say they are increasingly being accused of carrying something else: The coronavirus.
Detentions, Injuries after Anti-Racism Protests in Europe
After a day of anti-racism protests across Europe, Berlin police said 93 people were detained in connection with a demonstration in the German capital — most of them after the main rally had ended.
10-Foot Great White Shark Kills Surfer in Australia
A 60-year-old surfer was attacked and killed by a 3-meter (10-foot) great white shark off the coast of northern New South Wales state on Sunday, officials said.
World Reaches 400,000 Virus Deaths As Pope Urges Caution
The confirmed global death toll from the COVID-19 virus reached at least 400,000 fatalities on Sunday. Worldwide, at least 6.9 million people have been infected by the virus.
Coronavirus Disrupts Global Fight to Save Endangered Species
Around the world, government resources diverted to pandemic efforts have opened opportunities for illegal land clearing and poaching. Lockdowns have derailed eco-tourism that funds environmental projects.
Turning Grief into Change, Movement Targets Racial Injustice
Momentum for what many hope is a sustained movement aimed at tackling racial injustice and police reforms promised to grow Saturday
Reports: Colombian Paramedics 'Abandon' Trans Patient Alejandra Monocuco, Leave Her to Die
Paramedics in Bogotá, Colombia reportedly refused care to a transwoman living with HIV named Alejandra Monocuco, and left her to die.
Watch: Meghan Markle Speaks Out on Racial Divisions in US
Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, has shared her sadness about racial divisions in the United States, telling students at her former high school that she felt moved to speak out because the life of George Floyd mattered.
Watch: Homophobic Russian Ad Targets Same-Sex Families with Lies and Stereotypes
An ad created by a pro-Putin group in Russia stages what looks at first to be a heartwarming scene, but swiftly turns into cliche-ridden anti-LGBTQ propaganda.
In Britain's Second Phase, Meeting Up with Strangers Still Not Allowed
In the second phase of the lockdown in Britain, meeting up between strangers is still prohibited and subject to fine.
US Ambassador to Germany Resigns from Post, Deputy Stands In
The U.S. ambassador to Germany has resigned from his post and the State Department after two years in the job.
UK Parliamentarians Press for Ban on So-Called 'Conversion Therapy'
A group of lawmakers have called on the British government to follow through on a promise made in 2018 to ban the practice of so-called "conversion therapy" in the UK.
Trudeau Says Russia Won't Be Included in the G7
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Monday that Russia will not be included in the Group of 7 nations, disagreeing with U.S. President Donald Trump.