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Queen Prepares for Royal Family Summit over Harry and Meghan
Ensconced with aides at her royal retreat, Britain's Queen Elizabeth II prepared Sunday for a crisis family meeting to work out a future for Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, after their dramatic decision to walk away from royal roles.
Hezbollah Says Payback for U.S. Strike Has Just Begun
The leader of the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah said Sunday that Iran's missile attacks on two bases in Iraq housing U.S. forces was only the start of the retaliation for America's killing a top Iranian general in a drone strike.
In Mexican Capital, Red Shoes to Protest Killings of Women
Activists placed hundreds of painted-red women's shoes on Mexico City's sun-drenched main square Saturday to call attention to gender-based violence in a country where, on average, 10 women and girls are murdered each day.
Australia Turns from Defense to Offense in Wildfire Battle
Crews battling Australia's wildfires said Sunday that they have been able to turn from defense to offense for the first time in weeks thanks to a break in the weather.
France's #MeToo: Book on Child-Sex Writer Prompts Outcry
He was a middle-aged French author becoming known, even celebrated, for writing about sex with children. She was a fragile 14-year-old, too young to foresee the damage she says was done to her life by his predatory grip on her body and mind.
World's Largest Volunteer Force Fights Australia's Wildfires
They've been at the forefront of fighting wildfires that have devastated parts of Australia since September. At least 26 people have been killed by the fires, including three volunteer firefighters.
Chinese E-Marketplace Conglomerate Alibaba Tickle Social Media with Low-Key LGBTQ Ad
Chinese e-commerce company Tmall, which is owned by e-commerce giant Alibaba, set social media ablaze with an ad that presents LGBTQ acceptance as something the young understand and have no problems with, media sources report.
Brazil's Supreme Court Allows Gay Jesus Film on Netflix
The president of Brazil's Supreme Court on Thursday issued an order that allows streaming service Netflix to continue exhibiting a satirical film depicting Jesus as a gay man and reaffirmed Brazilians' right to free speech.
Trump Boasts Iranian General's Death was 'American Justice'
President Donald Trump used his first campaign election rally of 2020 to argue that he served up "American justice" by ordering a drone strike to take out Iranian Gen. Qassem Soleimani, while jeering Democratic leaders for questioning his decision.
Harry, Meghan Seek Financial Independence: Will that Work?
As part of a surprise announcement distancing themselves from the British royal family, Prince Harry and his wife Meghan declared they will "work to become financially independent."
Did Fox's Tucker Carlson Play Role in Calming Iran Pressure?
Here's a point to ponder: To what extent is Fox News Channel's Tucker Carlson responsible for President Donald Trump stepping away from a potential war with Iran?
Royal Reset: Harry, Meghan Aim to Control their Media Image
The relationship between Britain's royals and the media is awkward, mistrustful — and seemingly inescapable. But now Meghan and Harry want out.
Brazil Judge Orders Netflix to Remove Film with Gay Jesus
A Brazilian judge on Wednesday ordered Netflix to stop showing a Christmas special that some called blasphemous for depicting Jesus as a gay man and which prompted a gasoline bomb attack on the satirists behind the program.
UK Royals Scramble to Contain Harry, Meghan Announcement
Britain's royal family scrambled Thursday to contain the fallout from the surprise announcement by Prince Harry and Meghan that they plan "to step back" from royal duties and pursue a new path that will allow them to be financially independent.
House to Vote on Restraining Trump's Actions Against Iran
The House will vote Thursday on a measure limiting President Donald Trump's ability to take military action against Iran as Democratic criticism of the U.S. killing of a top Iranian general intensified.
Prince Harry and Meghan to 'Step Back' as Senior UK Royals
Britain's Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, said they are planning "to step back" as senior members of the royal family, a stunning revelation that underscores the wish of the couple to forge a new path for the royals in the modern world.
Trump Says Iran Appears to be 'Standing Down' After Strike
The U.S. and Iran stepped back from the brink of possible war Wednesday, as President Donald Trump indicated he would not respond militarily after no one was harmed in Iran's missile strike on two Iraqi bases housing U.S. troops.
High-Stakes Decision Looms for Trump in Showdown With Iran
President Donald Trump faces one of the greatest tests of his presidency after Iran launched ballistic missiles at Iraqi bases housing U.S. troops. It was Iran's most brazen direct assault on America since the 1979 seizing of the U.S. Embassy in Tehran.
Celebs Donate Millions to Help Australia Wildfire Efforts
Elton John and Chris Hemsworth are among the celebrities donating big bucks for relief efforts as wildfires engulf Australia.
Where to Go in 2020: London Calling
Steeped in centuries of tradition but always on the cusp of the cutting edge, London always surprises and never disappoints. Here are our top picks for 2020.