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July 10, 2022 7:48 PM

At least 15 were killed and others are trapped after a Russian strike in Ukraine

A Russian rocket attack hit the town of Chasiv Yar, destroying a five-story apartment building and killing at least 15 people.

by The Associated Press

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July 10, 2022 5:24 PM

Klobuchar helps Twins legend reunite with brother ahead of Hall of Fame induction

Oliva said, politics aside, he was just pleased that his family will be able to reunite for the ceremony, capping a life in baseball that began when he and his brother were children.

by MPR News Staff

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July 10, 2022 9:25 AM

Garbage collectors in Kharkiv dodge mortars to pick up the trash

In Ukraine's second largest city, Kharkiv, Russian forces continue to pound neighborhoods in the north and east. But city garbage collectors are still picking up the trash.

by Jason Beaubien

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July 9, 2022 9:06 AM

Sri Lankan Prime Minister to resign amid economic crisis protests

The prime minister’s spokesman said Ranil Wickremesinghe told party leaders that he will resign when all parties have agreed on a new government.

by The Associated Press

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July 9, 2022 8:51 AM

This Eid al-Adha, the new rules for hajj have left many frustrated

The Saudi Arabian government's new rules for the pilgrimage left many Muslims frustrated and disappointed. Some couldn't make the journey, and others were shocked by the conditions upon arrival.

by Dustin Jones

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July 8, 2022 7:21 PM

Shinzo Abe, killed at 67, leaves a storied legacy as Japan's longest-serving premier

The influential prime minister worked to revive the economy with his trademark "Abenomics" and rebuild Japan's role on the global stage. His assassination stunned a nation where gun violence is rare.

by Anthony Kuhn

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July 8, 2022 4:41 AM

Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is assassinated at a campaign rally

Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has died after being shot during a campaign speech Friday in western Japan.

by The Associated Press

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July 7, 2022 5:28 AM

Russia taking 'operational pause' in Ukraine, analysts say

Foreign analysts say Russia may be temporarily easing its offensive in Ukraine as the Russian military attempts to reassemble its forces for a renewed assault.

by The Associated Press

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July 7, 2022 5:24 AM

Johnson resigns, remains UK prime minister for now

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has agreed to resign, ending an unprecedented political crisis over his future. Johnson had rebuffed calls by his Cabinet to step down in the wake of ethics scandals.

by The Associated Press

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July 7, 2022 4:00 AM

What the U.S. can learn from abortion rights wins in Latin America

In the last two years, Mexico, Argentina and Colombia have decriminalized or fully legalized abortion. Here's what Latin America's green wave can teach the movement in the U.S.

by Ailsa Chang, Jonaki Mehta and Justine Kenin

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