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Israeli raid destroys 13-story building

Fighting continues in Gaza despite Egypt's efforts to mediate dispute

Protests calm down in Ferguson

Two weeks after a white policeman shot and killed an unarmed black teenager in Ferguson, Missouri, smaller, quieter street protests prevailed on the weekend, while supporters of the officer rallied separately and called the shooting justified.

Ukraine flaunts military in parade

Armored vehicles and soldiers paraded on Kiev's main square on Sunday to mark Independence Day in a display of the military force Ukraine's government hopes will defeat separatists in the country's eastern region.

Giant flag in Nepal a possible Guinness record

Thousands of Nepali youths from all walks of life gathered early Saturday morning in a square in Kathmandu in an attempt to form the world's largest flag and to send a message of unity and brotherhood to all Nepal's people.

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Edinburgh, London contest benefits of North Sea's riches

North Sea oil has been at the center of fierce debate over Scotland's future ahead of an independence vote next month, with both sides wrangling over the outlook for the region's treasure trove of black gold.

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London Zoo's annual weigh-in, which includes weight and height measurements, is conducted for the general well-being of the animals and to help detect pregnancies in endangered species, as part of the zoo's international breeding programs.

Paris relives joy of liberation from Nazi occupation, 70 years later

"Paris! Paris outraged! Paris broken! Paris martyred! But Paris liberated! Liberated by itself. Liberated by its people..." These were the words of Charles De Gaulle to an ecstatic crowd cheering the capital's liberation from Nazi occupation after four long, painful, bitter years.

Israel, Palestinians trade fire; 2 dead in Gaza

Quick resumption of indirect talks between two sides seems unlikely

18 suspected informers killed

Gaza gunmen killed 18 alleged spies for Israel on Friday, including seven who were lined up behind a mosque and shot after midday prayers, in response to Israel's deadly airstrikes against top Hamas military commanders.

Japan: Death toll in landslides could double

The death toll from catastrophic landslides in western Japan could more than double, a police tally showed on Friday, as fears of a fresh collapse halted the search for 51 people still missing.