France Far-Right Party Embraces Jean-Marie Le Pen as a Visionary

France Far-Right Party Embraces Jean-Marie Le Pen as a Visionary

Jan 8, 2025

For years, the far-right National Rally tried to distance itself from Mr. Le Pen’s racist and antisemitic remarks. But after his death Tuesday, it hailed him as a visionary.For years, the far-right National Rally tried to distance itself from Mr. Le Pen’s racist

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Ukraine Strikes Oil Depot Near Russian Air Base, Ukrainian Military Says

Ukraine Strikes Oil Depot Near Russian Air Base, Ukrainian Military Says

Jan 8, 2025

The attack was the latest effort to inflict pain on Russia even as Kyiv is losing ground on the battlefield at home.The attack was the latest effort to inflict pain on Russia even as Kyiv is losing ground on the battlefield at home. 

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Italy Says Cecilia Sala, Journalist Detained by Iran, Has Been Released

Italy Says Cecilia Sala, Journalist Detained by Iran, Has Been Released

Jan 8, 2025

Cecilia Sala, 29, who was detained last month while on a reporting trip, was on a plane home, the Italian government announced.Cecilia Sala, 29, who was detained last month while on a reporting trip, was on a plane home, the Italian government announced. 

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A Far-Right Government in Austria Would Be a Jolt, but Not Unexpected

A Far-Right Government in Austria Would Be a Jolt, but Not Unexpected

Jan 8, 2025

The Freedom Party and its leader, Herbert Kickl, have steadily built support by demonizing immigrants, while entering Austria’s political mainstream.The Freedom Party and its leader, Herbert Kickl, have steadily built support by demonizing immigrants, while entering Austria’s political mainstream. 

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Why Does Trump Want the Panama Canal? Here’s What to Know

Why Does Trump Want the Panama Canal? Here’s What to Know

Jan 8, 2025

Treaties ratified by the Senate in 1978 established permanent neutrality, but some Republicans regret that decision.Treaties ratified by the Senate in 1978 established permanent neutrality, but some Republicans regret that decision. 

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Justin Trudeau’s Political Career in Photos

Justin Trudeau’s Political Career in Photos

Jan 8, 2025

A magnet for cameras, Justin Trudeau was at the center of moments that defined Canada’s image over the last decade.A magnet for cameras, Justin Trudeau was at the center of moments that defined Canada’s image over the last decade. 

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In Tibet, Earthquake Survivors Face Freezing Weather Conditions

In Tibet, Earthquake Survivors Face Freezing Weather Conditions

Jan 8, 2025

Rescuers rushed to distribute blankets and tents to those displaced by the magnitude-7.1 quake that struck Tibetan villages near Nepal, toppling over 3,000 homes.Rescuers rushed to distribute blankets and tents to those displaced by the magnitude-7.1 quake that struck Tibetan villages near Nepal,

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Former Cambodian Opposition Member Lim Kimya Killed in Bangkok

Former Cambodian Opposition Member Lim Kimya Killed in Bangkok

Jan 8, 2025

The shock killing of a former Cambodian politician stoked safety fears that Thailand is no refuge for those fleeing autocracy.The shock killing of a former Cambodian politician stoked safety fears that Thailand is no refuge for those fleeing autocracy. 

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Saudi officials meet Egyptian, Greek ambassadors in Riyadh

Jan 8, 2025

RIYADH: Riyadh Gov. Prince Faisal bin Bandar received Egyptian Ambassador Ahmed Farouk Tawfik in Riyadh on Wednesday. The meeting marked the conclusion of Tawfik’s tenure as ambassador to Saudi Arabia, reported the Saudi Press Agency. Prince Faisal expressed his gratitude for the ambassador’s

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Riyadh’s literary havens: Where coffee meets the love of books

Jan 8, 2025

RIYADH: Riyadh’s cultural landscape is undergoing a quiet transformation, where the love of coffee meets the timeless allure of literature. Book cafes are carving out a niche as spaces where readers, thinkers, and coffee enthusiasts converge. These havens of creativity and reflection offer

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