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Pope dissolves Peru-based conservative Catholic movement after abuses uncovered by Vatican

ROME (AP) — Pope Francis has taken the remarkable step of dissolving a Peruvian-based Catholic movement, the Sodalitium Christianae Vitae, after years of attempts at reform and a Vatican investigation.

Colombia's president will declare an emergency over deadly ELN attacks in the northeast

BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Colombian President Gustavo Petro said Monday that he will declare a state of emergency over the guerrilla attacks in the northeast that have killed dozens of people and forced thousands to flee their homes.

What to know about the hostages and cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas set to begin Sunday

Israel and Hamas finalize a historic cease-fire and hostage deal set to begin Sunday. The agreement includes phased releases, intense negotiations and ongoing security concerns.

Israel releases 90 Palestinian prisoners as part of cease-fire deal to free hostages

Israel released 90 Palestinian prisoners to cheering crowds in the West Bank after Hamas returned three hostages that were being held in Gaza.

Hamas releases 3 hostages under Israel cease-fire deal

Three female hostages were freed by Hamas under the terms of an Israeli cease-fire agreement, which was delayed by several hours Sunday.

Netanyahu says 'last-minute crisis' with Hamas holding up approval of Gaza truce and hostage deal

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office said Thursday his Cabinet won’t meet to approve the agreement for a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and the release of dozens of hostages until Hamas backs down, accusing the group of reneging on parts of the agreement in an atte

Rubio's first order of business: Meeting Quad's foreign secretaries

Newly sworn-in Secretary of State Marco Rubio is hitting the ground running Tuesday with meetings with his counterparts in the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, known as the Quad, which includes India, Australia and Japan, a bloc formed to counter Chinese clout in the Indo-Pacific.

Putin, Xi vow to ‘deepen’ alliance hours after Trump re-enters the White House

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a video call hours after President Donald Trump re-entered the White House and pledged to "deepen" their partnership.

Exploring Greenland's majestic history as President-elect Trump shines spotlight on island nation

Greenland is the world's largest island, but most of it is covered by ice. Its southern tip, however, is sprinkled with picturesque towns and villages that are isolated from each other.

Israeli president calls Trump a 'true friend' on Inauguration Day, praises his work to release hostages

Israeli President Isaac Herzog is praising Donald Trump as a "true friend" of Israel, thanking him for his "commitment to bringing all our hostages home.

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Police investigate whether foreign actors are paying for antisemitic crimes in Australia

Australian detectives are investigating whether foreign actors are paying criminals to commit antisemitic attacks in the country.

Rubio unanimously confirmed as secretary of State, becoming Trump's first Cabinet official

The Senate on Monday unanimously confirmed Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) as America's 72nd secretary of State, putting in place the first member of President Trump's Cabinet on the day of his inauguration. Rubio’s confirmation vote passed with overwhelming bipartisan support, 99-0.

Colombians flee to Venezuela as clashes between rebel groups escalate in coca-rich border region

The Colombian border village of Tres Bocas has become a ghost town as residents flee to neighboring Venezuela to escape a new wave of violence that has left at least 80 people dead and displaced thousands in Colombia’s Catatumbo region.

Same-sex marriages will soon become legal in Thailand after historic law

BANGKOK (AP) — They have been in a committed relationship for more than 13 years, and even had a wedding in 2019. Since then, Danaya Phonphayung and Sunma Piamboon, both women, have considered themselves a married couple, even if same-sex marriages were not legally recognized.

Trump: Putin 'destroying Russia' with war in Ukraine

President Trump said Russian President Vladimir Putin is “destroying Russia” with its nearly three-year war in Ukraine, adding he hopes the Kremlin leader is open to making a deal to end the conflict. "He should make a deal.

Trump signs order to withdraw U.S. from WHO

President Trump issued an executive order Monday night withdrawing the United States from the World Health Organization. The U.S.

Puerto Rico asks Trump for help after Venezuela's Maduro threatens invasion

Puerto Rican voters have overwhelmingly chosen to keep their U.S. citizenship, granted in 1917 by an act of Congress.

WHO defends global health, security role after Trump withdrawal

The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday said it "regrets" President Trump's move to withdraw from the global health authority, saying it hopes the U.S. will reconsider the decision.

Two Americans to be released from Gaza in first phase of ceasefire deal

Two Americans, Keith Siegel and Sagui Dekel-Chen, are expected to be released as part of the first phase of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal that emerged Wednesday after being held for 15-months by Hamas since the start of the war in Gaza, according to a senior administration official.

Witnesses at a Turkish ski resort stood helpless as people leaped out of a burning hotel

Witnesses have described standing helplessly and paralyzed by the horror of people screaming for help or jumping out of windows as flames tore through a 12-story hotel at a popular ski resort.

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Russia warns Trump against seizing Panama Canal

Russia warned President Trump on Tuesday against seizing the Panama Canal, after he reiterated his intent to take control of the strategic waterway in his second inaugural address Monday.

Ceasefire in Gaza begins, Hamas releases hostage names to Israel

The ceasefire was delayed but will take effect Sunday after Hamas released the list of hostage names to Israeli officials.

Gunman shoots dead 2 Supreme Court judges in Iran's capital before turning gun on himself, state media says

Two Iranian Supreme Court judges were shot and killed in Tehran on Saturday while a third judge and a bodyguard were wounded, although the motive is unclear.

Stefanik vows to keep the U.S. engaged at U.N. to counter China

Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) assured skeptical Senate Democrats during her confirmation hearing as President Trump's pick for U.N. ambassador that she is committed to engaging in the United Nations, saying it’s a priority venue to challenge China’s push for dominance on the global stage.

As Davos 2025 reacts to Trump tack, EU chief leads defense against climate change

DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — As the World Economic Forum’s annual gabfest in the Swiss Alps got into full swing on Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump gave everybody something to talk about with his actions on his first day back in office.

Canada says it is ready to respond if Trump follows through with imposing sweeping tariffs Feb. 1

TORONTO (AP) — Top Canadian ministers said Monday that Canada will be ready to retaliate after President Donald Trump said he was thinking of imposing a 25% tariff on Canada and Mexico on Feb. 1. Trump has been threatening to impose sweeping tariffs on Canada, Mexico and other trading partners.

At least 76 people killed in a hotel fire at a ski resort in Turkey

ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — A fire raged through a 12-story hotel at a popular ski resort in northwestern Turkey early Tuesday during a school holiday, killing at least 76 people — at least two of them when they jumped from the building to escape the flames, officials said.

Billionaires' wealth soared in 2024, anti-poverty group says as the elites prepare for another Davos

DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — Billionaires' wealth grew three times faster in 2024 than the year before, a top anti-poverty group reported on Monday as some of the world's political and financial elite prepared for an annual gathering in Davos, Switzerland.

Mexican influencers reportedly killed for ties to Sinaloa cartel

Bloodshed between members of the Sinaloa cartel may be common, but the death of influencers is a new development.

Details need to be addressed in Israel-Hamas ceasefire

When a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is finalized depends on the handling of specific implementation details