World
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Opinion & Perspectives
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May wants revenge but hitting Russia where it hurts will be tough
Confiscating the Mayfair penthouses of Russian kleptocrats may be the most effective and most achievable way to revenge Skripal's poisoning.
Nick Miller
North America
Puppy dies after being put in overhead bin on United flight
A flight attendant demanded that the owner place the puppy in its carrier inside the overhead bin for the duration of the flight.
- by Martine Powers
Analysis
USA
Under Pompeo, a foreign policy that fits the President’s worldview
The sudden firing of Rex Tillerson makes room for a true believer in President Donald Trump's "America First" views.
- by DAVID E. SANGER
Europe
Asia
Claims Chinese researchers blocked from Australian universities
The Department of Home Affairs has confirmed that 40 Chinese PhD applicants who were awarded scholarships to study in Australia are experiencing visa delays.
- by Kirsty Needham
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Japan's Prime Minister is scrambling to remain relevant as the United States embarks on a daring diplomatic gambit with North Korea.
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