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Teen Activist Sails Across Atlantic To Go To Climate Meeting
Swedish teen climate activist Greta Thunberg arrived in New York City to chants and cheers Wednesday after a trans-Atlantic trip on a sailboat to attend a global warming conference.
Lawmakers OK Same-Sex Marriage in Mexico's Oaxaca State
Lawmakers in the southern Mexico state of Oaxaca have approved changing the civil code to authorize same-sex marriage.
Australia Tries to Curb Foreign Interference At Universities
Australia announced Wednesday that it has formed a task force to crack down on attempts by foreign governments to meddle in Australian universities.
Traveling with Pets? No-Deal Brexit Would Make it Far Harder
All across Europe, families and couples on vacation are seamlessly crossing borders with their beloved pets, thanks to the European Union Pet Passport scheme. Now, as a no-deal Brexit looms as a possibility for Britain, free pet travel is under threat.
Lesbian Astronaut Embroiled in Allegations of First Space Crime
A lesbian astronaut going through a rancorous divorce has been accused of her ex of committing misdeeds, including identity theft, from orbit.
Brazilian Troops Begin Deploying to Fight Amazon Fires
Backed by military aircraft, Brazilian troops on Saturday were deploying in the Amazon to fight fires that have swept the region and prompted anti-government protests as well as an international outcry.
Bolsonaro to Send Army to Fight Huge Fires in the Amazon
Under international pressure to contain fires sweeping parts of Brazil's Amazon, President Jair Bolsonaro on Friday authorized use of the military to battle the huge blazes while thousands took to the streets to protest his environmental policies.
'Trump of the Tropics' Yanks Funding for LGBTQ Films
Brazil's autocratic president has announced that the government of that nation will no longer provide funds for movies with LGBTQ content.
New School Transgender Rules Fire Debate in Portugal
New rules on gender identity at schools are causing a stir in Portugal, where some parents are expressing alarm that transgender children will be able to choose which bathroom they use.
UN Report Condemns Sexual Violence by Myanmar Military
Sexual violence carried out by Myanmar's security forces against the country's Muslim Rohingya minority was so widespread and severe that it demonstrates intent to commit genocide as well as warrants prosecution for war crimes and crimes against humanity.
Polish Judges Want Lawmakers to Probe Online Hate Campaign
Some Polish judges on Wednesday urged lawmakers to investigate an online hate campaign against some of them that was apparently encouraged by a deputy justice minister who has resigned over the allegations.
Iceland's Leader Won't be Around to Welcome Pence
Iceland's leader has announced that she will skip U.S. Vice President Mike Pence's visit to her Nordic nation, opting instead to keep "prior commitments" by attending a trade union conference and meetings in Sweden.
Hong Kong Bakery's Mooncakes Display Protest Movement Slogans
A Hong Kong bakery is doing its part to support the city's pro-democracy protest movement by making mooncakes with a message.
Greenland Fallout: Trump Scolds Denmark Over Rejection
Escalating an international spat , President Donald Trump said Wednesday he scrapped his trip to Denmark because the prime minister made a "nasty" statement when she rejected his idea to buy Greenland as an absurdity.
Trump Acknowledges China Policies May Mean U.S. Economic Pain
President Donald Trump acknowledged his aggressive China trade policies may mean economic pain for Americans but insisted they're needed for more important long-term benefits.
Venezuela Crisis Pushes Women into 'Forced Motherhood'
Despite promises by the socialist government to provide every woman access to family planning, recent surveys and interviews with health professionals indicate access to contraceptives remains incomprehensive.
Trump Cancels Denmark Visit because Greenland Isn't for Sale
Two days after he said buying Greenland wasn't a top priority, President Donald Trump canceled an upcoming trip to Denmark, which owns the mostly frozen island, after its prime minister dismissed the idea.
AP Sources: Trump Has Talked About Buying Greenland for U.S.
Aiming to put his mark on the world map, President Donald Trump has talked to aides and allies about buying Greenland for the U.S.
Ice Cream Company Behind Offensive Spotify Ad Offers Apology
Magnum has tendered an apology for the Spotify ad that shocked British listeners recently when an accented male voice narrated a comparison between the "guilty pleasure" of a same-sex hug and the enjoyment of ice cream.
Palestinian Police Vow to Crack Down on Planned LGBT Event
Palestinian police have threatened to arrest anyone involved in a gathering planned by LGBT activists and have called on people to come forward with information about them.