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Louisiana's Back-to-back Hurricanes: Future Unsure For Many
Michele Vincents home was largely intact in spite of hurricanes Laura and Delta. But tears streamed down her face as she looked at her churchs broken windows and shattered pews.
Donor Threatens To Sue Embattled Texas AG Over Dropped Case
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is already facing calls to resign and accusations of crimes by his own staff over an investigation sought by one of his wealthy donors. Now, the Republicans office has to contend with a threat of possible legal action fro...
COVID-hit UK Arts Groups Welcome Government Cash Infusion
The British government on Monday announced grants of 257 million pounds ($335 million) to help almost 1,400 arts and cultural organizations survive the coronavirus pandemic.
US Forces Hit Taliban With Air Strikes In Helmand
American forces conducted over the past couple days several airstrikes in support of Afghan security force under attack by Taliban in the southern Helmand province, the spokesman for the U.S. military in Afghanistan said on Monday.
Israeli Cabinet Approves UAE Deal, Netanyahu Says Will Meet Its Leader
Israel's cabinet approved a normalisation deal with the United Arab Emirates on Monday and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he and Abu Dhabi's crown prince had spoken and agreed to meet soon.
EU Plans Big Building Renovation Project To Save Energy
The European Union is announcing a major building renovation project this week seeking to cut down energy costs and polluting emissions while providing a big boost to the construction industry.
Israeli Government Approves Normalization Deal With UAE
The Israeli government unanimously approved the country's recently signed normalization agreement with the United Arab Emirates on Monday ahead of a ratification vote by parliament.
Flooding In Central Vietnam Kills 17 Since Last Week
Torrential rains have flooded central Vietnam and killed at least 17 people since last week, as the region braces for more heavy rainfall, state media reported Monday.
"I Got Stories." A Life Of Troubles, And A Story Of Love
I got stories, Tasha Lamm said when we first met her, in a little town in Appalachian Ohio. And she did.
McConnell Set To Debate Democratic Rival McGrath In Kentucky
Kentucky voters will get their first, and potentially only, chance to see a debate between Republican Senate leader Mitch McConnell and Democratic challenger Amy McGrath when they meet Monday evening for a socially distanced encounter.
Security Guard Jailed In Deadly Shooting At Denver Protests
A private security guard working for a Denver TV station is behind bars and accused in the deadly shooting of another man during dueling right and leftwing protests, police said Sunday.
Fire Breaks Out On Mount Kilimanjaro, Says Tanzania National Park
A fire broke out on Mount Kilimanjaro on Sunday afternoon and authorities were trying to contain it, Tanzania's National Parks service (TANAPA) said.
White House Seeks Limited Coronavirus Relief Bill, Promises Further Talks On Broader Stimulus
The Trump administration on Sunday called on Congress to pass a strippeddown coronavirus relief bill using leftover funds from an expired small business loan program as negotiations on a broader package ran into resistance.
Brazil Cops Hunt Alleged Crime Boss After Release Rescinded
Police in Sao Paulo mounted a hunt Sunday for the purported leader of one of Brazils biggest criminal organizations who went on the run after being freed from prison the previous day on a judges order that was revoked a few hours later.
Israeli Army Teams Up With Hospital Amid New COVID-19 Crisis
The Israeli military on Sunday opened a new coronavirus unit in a converted parking garage at a hospital in northern Israel, in a firstofitskind effort by the army to assist the countrys overloaded health care system.
Biden Harnesses History To Describe Urgency Of 2020 Campaign
Presidential hopefuls tend to declare every upcoming election the most important one that voters have faced in their lifetime. Joe Biden goes bigger.