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Waves of unrest, looting and property destruction have hit European cities. Though portrayed as one uprising, the incidents reflect local socioeconomic crises exploited by opportunists and extremist g... ...more
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THE HAGUE, Netherlands — ICC judges and parties finalize trial preparations in Duterte's case, tackling witness management, evidence, scheduling and protective measures ahead of proceedings. ...more
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LONDON — Met Police refers itself to watchdog over failure to share a 2019 letter alleging criminal activity by Thomas Markle, Meghan's estranged father, with other authorities. ...more
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