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U.N. says 38 died on deadliest day yet for Myanmar coup opposition Myanmar security forces were seen firing slingshots at protesters, chasing them down and even brutally beating an ambulance crew in video showing a dramatic escalation of violence against opponents of last month's military coup. by Associated Press Published Mar. 3 2021 @ 11:09pm

Dutch bar owners, sex workers protest against virus lockdown In a scene reminiscent of carefree cafe life before coronavirus lockdown, Peter Bender reached across one of the outdoor tables at De Ooievaar bar and placed a cup of coffee and slice of apple pie in front of one of his guests. by Associated Press Published Mar. 3 2021 @ 4:12pm

China, looks to push tech strength at U.S. Chinese leaders are shifting focus from the coronavirus back to long-term goals of making China a technology leader at this year's highest-profile political event, the meeting of its ceremonial legislature, amid tension with Washington and Europe over trade, Hong Kong and human rights. by Associated Press Published Mar. 2 2021 @ 10:15pm

Virus variant in Italy is pervasive among children The variant of the coronavirus discovered in Britain is prevalent among Italy's infected schoolchildren and is helping to fuel a "robust" uptick in the curve of COVID-19 contagion in the country, the health minister said Tuesday. by Associated Press Published Mar. 2 2021 @ 10:15pm

Biden seeks border help from Mexico's president WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden on Monday sought help in averting a new crisis at the border from President Andrés Manuel Lpez Obrador of Mexico, seeking diplomatic cooperation from one of the key supporters of the harsh tactics imposed by Biden's predecessor to choke off immigration. by By Zolan Kanno-Youngs and Michael D. Shear / New York Times News Service Published Mar. 1 2021 @ 10:41pm

Biden team readies wider economic package Looking beyond the $1.9 trillion COVID relief bill, President Joe Biden and lawmakers are laying the groundwork for another top legislative priority — a long-sought boost to the nation's roads, bridges and other infrastructure that could run into Republican resistance to a hefty price tag. by Associated Press Published Feb. 28 2021 @ 7:20pm

WWII plane fly-past honors fundraising veteran Church bells rang out and a World War II-era plane flew Saturday over the funeral service of Captain Tom Moore to honor of the veteran who single-handedly raised millions of pounds for Britain's health workers by walking laps in his backyard. by Associated Press Published Feb. 27 2021 @ 9:59pm

At pivotal moment in Afghanistan war, Biden weighs a dilemma America's longest war is approaching a crossroads. by Associated Press Published Feb. 26 2021 @ 11:12pm

U.S. implicates Saudi crown prince in killing Saudi Arabia's crown prince likely approved the killing of U.S.-based journalist Jamal Khashoggi inside the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, according to a newly declassified U.S. intelligence report released Friday that instantly ratcheted up pressure on the Biden administration to hold the kingdom accountable for a murder that drew worldwide outrage. by Associated Press Published Feb. 26 2021 @ 9:41pm

A year on, victims of India's riots say justice yet unserved The shooter shouted "Victory to Lord Ram," the Hindu god, before pulling the trigger that sent a bullet into Muhammad Nasir Khan's left eye. by Associated Press Published Feb. 23 2021 @ 10:25pm

Protests swell over Myanmar junta YANGON, Myanmar — Protesters gathered in Myanmar's biggest city on Monday despite the ruling junta's threat to use lethal force against people who join a general strike against the military's takeover three weeks ago. by Associated Press Published Feb. 22 2021 @ 11:00pm

U.N. nuclear chief in Iran as it threatens watchdog's cameras TEHRAN, Iran — The head of the United Nations' nuclear watchdog met Sunday with Iranian officials in a bid to preserve his inspectors' ability to monitor Tehran's atomic program, even as authorities said they planned to cut off surveillance cameras at those sites. by By Amir Vahdat and Jon Gambrell Published Feb. 21 2021 @ 9:13pm

Artist Arturo Di Modica dies ROME — The artist who sculpted Charging Bull, the statue in New York which became an iconic symbol of Wall Street, has died in his hometown in Sicily at age 80. by Associated Press Published Feb. 21 2021 @ 9:08pm

Two Myanmar protesters killed by police fire, reports say Two anti-coup protesters were shot dead by riot police who fired live rounds Saturday in Mandalay, Myanmar's second-largest city, local media reported. by Associated Press Published Feb. 20 2021 @ 5:16pm

Afghan police: Three Kabul explosions kill 5, wound 2 Three sticky bomb attacks in the Afghan capital Kabul on Saturday killed at least five people and wounded two others, a police official said, amid a surge in violence in the war-torn country. by Associated Press Published Feb. 20 2021 @ 5:13pm

Moscow court rejects opposition leader Navalny's appeal A Moscow court on Saturday rejected Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's appeal of his prison sentence, even as the country faced an order from a top European rights court to free the Kremlin's most prominent foe. by Associated Press Published Feb. 20 2021 @ 3:51pm

Somali security forces fire on protesters over delayed election Security forces in Somalia's capital fired on hundreds of people protesting the delay of the country's election on Friday as at least one explosion was reported at the international airport and armored personnel carriers blocked major streets. A protest leader said "some have died." by Associated Press Published Feb. 19 2021 @ 7:48pm

Facebook could regret power move in Australia For years, Facebook has been in a defensive crouch amid a slew of privacy scandals, antitrust lawsuits and charges that it was letting hate speech and extremism destroy democracy. Early Thursday, though, it abruptly pivoted to take the offensive in Australia, where it lowered the boom on publishers and the government with a sudden decision to block news on its platform across the entire country. by Associated Press Published Feb. 19 2021 @ 7:41pm

Africa reaches 100,000 known COVID-19 deaths Africa has surpassed 100,000 confirmed deaths from COVID-19 as the continent praised for its early response to the pandemic now struggles with a dangerous resurgence and medical oxygen often runs desperately short. by Associated Press Published Feb. 19 2021 @ 7:40pm

European Union will double contribution to WHO vaccine program to 1 billion euros The European Union's executive commission on Friday pledged to double its contribution to the World Health Organization's COVAX program, bringing the 27-nation bloc's commitment to the initiative to deliver vaccines to poor nations to 1 billion euros ($1.2 billion). by Associated Press Published Feb. 19 2021 @ 6:22pm

Britain's Prince Philip will stay in hospital through weekend as 'precautionary measure' Britain's Prince Philip is expected to stay in a London hospital for several more days after being admitted earlier this week in what Buckingham Palace described as "a precautionary measure." by Associated Press Published Feb. 19 2021 @ 6:19pm

Woman shot in the head during protest against military coup in Myanmar dies A young woman who was shot in the head by police last week during a protest against the military coup in Myanmar died Friday, her family said. by Associated Press Published Feb. 19 2021 @ 6:18pm

Water leaks indicate there's new damage at Fukushima nuclear plant after quake Cooling water levels have fallen in two reactors at the wrecked Fukushima nuclear plant since a powerful earthquake hit the area last weekend, indicating possible additional damage, its operator said Friday. by Associated Press Published Feb. 19 2021 @ 6:16pm