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At Least 18 Dead, Hundreds Hurt as Quake Hits Eastern Turkey

By Suzan Fraser | Jan 25, 2020

A 6.8-magnitude earthquake rocked a sparsely-populated part of eastern Turkey on Friday, killing at least 18 people, injuring more than 500 and leaving some 30 trapped in the wreckage of toppled buildings, Turkish officials said.

More Airport Screening Passengers Amid China Virus Outbreak

By David Rising | Jan 24, 2020

More airports are beginning to screen passengers arriving from China amid growing concerns Friday over the outbreak of a new virus there that has already killed more than two dozen people and sickened hundreds.

Chinese City Stop Outbound Flights, Trains to Fight Virus

By Ken Moritsugu | Jan 23, 2020

A Chinese city of more than 11 million people planned to shut down outbound flights and trains Thursday as the world's most populous country battled the spread of a new virus.

China Shuts Down More Cities in Bid to Contain Deadly Virus

By Ken Moritsugu and Yanan Wang | Jan 23, 2020

China decided to lock down three cities that are home to more than 18 million people in an unprecedented effort to contain a deadly new viral illness that's sickened hundreds and spread to other cities and countries in the Lunar New Year travel rush.

What's New Today in the China Virus Outbreak

Jan 22, 2020

About 450 cases of a new viral respiratory illness have been confirmed in China and elsewhere since an outbreak began last month in the Chinese city of Wuhan. Nine people have died.

S. Korean Military Decides to Discharge Transgender Soldier

By Hyung-Jin Kim | Jan 22, 2020

South Korea's first known transgender soldier pleaded to be allowed to continue serving after the military decided Wednesday to discharge her for undergoing gender reassignment surgery.

Trump Lauds US Economy at Davos Forum, Slams Impeachment

By Darlene Superville | Jan 22, 2020

President Donald Trump is leaving the World Economic Forum in Switzerland with bullish talk on the American economy and lashing out at his Senate impeachment trial back in Washington.

As Virus Spreads, Anxiety Rises in China and Overseas

By Emily Wang, Dake Kang, Yanan Wang | Jan 21, 2020

Anxiety grew both at home and abroad after Chinese government expert Zhong Nanshan confirmed fears on state television late Monday that the new type of coronavirus can spread from human to human.

Prince Harry Hopes for Calmer Future, but Not Much Chance

By Danica Kirka | Jan 21, 2020

Prince Harry says he's taking a "leap of faith'' as he steps back from royal duties in an attempt to build a more peaceful life — one free of the journalists who have filmed, photographed and written about him since the day he was born.

Human-to-Human Transmission Confirmed in China Coronavirus

By Yanan Wang and Ken Moritsugu | Jan 20, 2020

The head of a Chinese government expert team said Monday that human-to-human transmission has been confirmed in an outbreak of a new coronavirus, a development that raises the possibility that it could spread more quickly and widely.

US Envoy Say It's His Mustache; South Koreans Say Otherwise

By Hyung-Jin Kim | Jan 20, 2020

The U.S. ambassador to South Korea has some unusual explanations for the harsh criticism he's faced in his host country. His mustache, maybe?

Britain's EU Journey: When Churchill Urged European Unity

By Pan Pylas | Jan 20, 2020

Britain officially leaves the European Union on Jan. 31 after a debilitating political period that has bitterly divided the nation since the 2016 Brexit referendum.

Prince Harry: 'Powerful Media' Is Why He's Stepping Away

By Danica Kirka | Jan 20, 2020

Prince Harry took aim at the journalists who have dissected his life since the day he was born as he expressed regret for the way he has had to step down from royal duties.

China's Xi Says Coronavirus Outbreak Must Be Taken Seriously

By Yanan Wang and Ken Moritsugu | Jan 20, 2020

Chinese President Xi Jinping said Monday that it's "extremely crucial" to take every possible measure to combat a new coronavirus that has infected 217 people in the country.

English 2nd-tier Soccer Game Stopped for Homophobic Chants

Jan 20, 2020

A game in English soccer's second tier between Millwall and Reading was briefly stopped due to apparent homophobic chants on Saturday.

Prince Harry: 'No Other Option' but to Cut Royal Ties

Jan 20, 2020

Prince Harry said Sunday that he felt "great sadness" but found "no other option" to cutting almost all of his and his wife Meghan's royal ties in the hopes of achieving a more peaceful life.

Many Options Await Prince Harry and Meghan after Royal Split

By Gregory Katz | Jan 20, 2020

Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, have made their choice: a radical break from palace protocol, constant press intrusion and a lavishly funded lifestyle.

Harry, Meghan to Quit Royal Jobs, Give Up 'Highness' Titles

By Jill Lawless and Gregory Katz | Jan 18, 2020

Goodbye, your royal highnesses. Hello, life as — almost — ordinary civilians.

US to Screen Airline Passengers from China for New Illness

By Mike Stobbe | Jan 18, 2020

Three U.S. airports will screen passengers arriving from central China for a new virus that has sickened dozens, killed two and prompted worries about an international outbreak, health officials said Friday.

UK Plans Brexit Celebrations but Warns Businesses May Suffer

By Gregory Katz | Jan 18, 2020

The British government has announced plans for special events on the night of Jan. 31 when the country officially leaves the European Union but the country's treasury chief has admitted that some U.K. business sectors will suffer as a result.

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