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Iranian nuclear talks end without a deal
Secretary of State John F. Kerry says talks were “very productive.” Officials will resume discussions Nov. 20.
Philippine typhoon death toll could reach 10,000 after strongest storm ravages central region
About 10,000 people may have been killed in the powerful storm that ravaged the central city of Tacloban, officials say.
Philippines sees soaring death toll after Typhoon Haiyan
As many as 10,000 people are feared dead after the devastating storm.
Colombia’s president says ‘we will have peace’ with rebels
The next step in talks, negotiating how to stamp out cocaine trade in guerrilla territory, is a critical point for the U.S.
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Israelis swoon for ultra-Orthodox rockers
Brothers win audience votes on TV talent show with covers of “Hotel California,” other hits.
Iraqi Kurds look to Turkey for path to independence
Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki and the Obama administration have balked at the budding alliance.
One of the strongest typhoons on record hits Philippines
The 195-mph typhoon had been poised to be the strongest tropical storm ever recorded at landfall.
Manfred Rommel, son of WWII military leader, dies at 84
Mr. Rommel served for 22 years as mayor of Stuttgart.
Facing terrorist threat, Pakistan creates its own Patriot Act
The government says the measure provides more transparency, but activists fear it will lead to abuses.
Netanyahu combative as Kerry pushes on peace talks
The U.S. chief diplomat is in the region to bolster shaky negotiations between Israelis and Palestinians.
As economy slows, China faces moment of decision
Communist Party officials are expected to create a blueprint for economic reforms that could reverberate worldwide.
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Vladimir Putin’s feats of strength
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Typhoon Haiyan slams the Philippines
Hundreds are feared dead after massive storm lashes archipelago with sustained winds exceeding 140 mph.
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Camel fair, Typhoon Haiyan, 'Kristallnacht' remembered, Toronto mayor, JFK memorabilia and more.
Africa’s struggle with poaching
Fueled by the increasing demand for tusks and horns from Asia, rhino and elephant poaching continues to rise in Africa.
Tensions flare between U.S. and Iran
PHOTOS | A string of volatile incidents between the two countries have arisen in the past few months.
Prince Charles and Camilla’s India tour
The British royal couple’s official visit is their third to the country and their most extensive yet.
Russia commemorates WWII soldiers
A military parade honors the troops who in 1941 marched in Moscow’s Red Square before departing for the front lines.
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Mount Sinabung erupts, Soyuz launch, Prince Charles and Camilla in India, Jordan River baptism and more.
Meteor falls in Chelyabinsk, Russia
The space rock streaked at supersonic speed and exploded over the Ural Mountains, injuring hundreds.
John F. Kerry visits Middle East
The secretary of state tries to steady wavering peace talks between Israel and the Palestinians.
Photos of the day
Tar barrel festival, gorilla massage, China’s lunar rover, woolly rhinoceros and more.
India’s Mars mission
India launches spacecraft bound for the Red Planet to demonstrate its abilities and advance technologies for space travel.
152 Bangladeshis sentenced to death
A special court sentenced 152 border guards to death over a brutal uprising in 2009 that killed 57 military commanders.
Raisin Weekend
A traditional foam fight ends the annual festivities at Scotland’s University of St. Andrews.
Siberian rope jumpers
Members of an amateur jumping group plunge from a 144-foot-high waterpipe bridge in Russia.
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The middle class is becoming a majority in Mexico, where dramatic demographic changes are taking place.
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In a society rooted in egalitarianism, the families of top Communist Party officials wield increasing clout.
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Asia / Pacific
- Supporter of China's Bo Xilai says she set up political party of more than dozen people
- Philippine typhoon death toll could reach 10,000 after strongest storm ravages central region
- Indian PM to boycott Commonwealth summit in Sri Lanka over human rights issue, says official
- Maldives presidential election leads to runoff, but court postpones it to Nov. 16
- Philippines fears ‘very high’ death toll
Middle East
- No nuclear deal with Tehran: Top EU diplomat, Iranian foreign minister say differences remain
- Libyan official says unknown gunmen kill 2 traffic police in eastern city of Benghazi
- Saudi Press Agency says clashes between mainly foreign workers and police kill 2, injure 68
- Kerry: US understands, respects 'very strong feelings' of friends, allies on Iran
The Americas
- Miami Herald reporter released after 2-day detention in Venezuela for reporting on crisis
- Venezuela wins seventh Miss Universe as nation keeps churning out beauty amid economic crisis
- Miami Herald reporter released after 2-day detention in Venezuela for reporting on crisis
- Colombia club shooting leaves 8 dead, 6 injured
National Security
- Army veteran in NJ is 1 millionth new GI Bill beneficiary
- Veterans Affairs suspends mandatory overtime for workers as disability claims backlog drops
- JFK's Caroline: Family's sole survivor is keeper of family flame and new ambassador to Japan
- JFK's Caroline: Family's sole survivor is keeper of family flame and new ambassador to Japan
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