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Oil Prices Are Falling. Here’s Where That Could Spell Trouble.

Oil producing countries are bracing for a bumpy ride this year, with a precipitous drop in prices to the lowest…

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Ukraine Rejects Russian Call for a Three-Day Cease-Fire

President Volodymyr Zelensky said Saturday that Ukraine will not adhere to a three-day cease-fire proposed by Russia, saying such a…

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Hikers Stumble Upon a Pile of Gold Coins, Igniting a Historical Hunt

Two hikers were strolling in the foothills of the Krkonose Mountains in the Czech Republic in early February when they…

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As China Looks for Way Out of U.S. Trade Deadlock, Fentanyl Could Be Key

When Donald J. Trump was first in the White House trying to strike a trade deal with China, Beijing tried…

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Brazilian Nun Who Was World’s Oldest Person Dies at 116

Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas, a soccer-loving nun from Brazil who was believed to be the oldest person in the world…

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Druse in Syrian Town Rocked by Violence Agree to Disarm Militias

Sirens blaring, a truckful of armed men trailing in its wake, the black sport utility vehicle that sliced sharklike through…

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Cardinal Parolin, Leader of Papal Conclave, Is Also a Top Candidate

In the days surrounding Pope Francis’ death, Cardinal Pietro Parolin was everywhere. The No. 2 figure in the Vatican, he…

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Memory Palace

The first poem I memorized was “Pinkle Purr” by A.A. Milne. I was around seven years old when I encountered…

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After Leading a Liberal Comeback, Carney Hits the Ground Running

Four days after winning his first elected office and leading the Liberal Party as it held onto power, Prime Minister…

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These Contentious Issues Could Determine Who Becomes the Next Pope

The cardinals who have traveled to Rome to elect the next pope at a conclave next week sometimes look as…

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