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Poised to Expand Gaza Offensive, Israel Calls Up Thousands of Reserve Soldiers

Israel will mobilize thousands of reserve soldiers to bolster its campaign against Hamas in the Gaza Strip, the military announced…

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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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