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Biden to attempt damage control with Chinese leader
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The White House is defending itself against critics of the weekend nuclear agreement with Iran. Deputy National Security Adviser Ben Rhodes says Iran must keep its commitments or the deal will be voided.
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Scottish police say eight people are now confirmed dead following the crash of a police helicopter into a crowded Glasgow pub.
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Massive blast strikes near Syrian children
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Thai protesters clash with police
Crowds of protesters clash with riot police in Bangkok, calling for the country's prime minister to resign.
More of roof collapses at Latvian market
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Supermarket roof collapse in Latvia kills dozens
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Latvia: Roof collapse kills more than 30
At least 32 people are dead, including three firefighters, after the roof of a supermarket collapsed in Latvia.
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Helicopter crashes onto crowded pub in Scotland
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