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Black boxes found after Iran plane crash kills 176 people

Ukraine has confirmed that the victims come from at least seven nations, however Iranian media say that many were travelling on dual passports.

USA

Ukrainian plane with 167 aboard crashes after takeoff, Iran state TV says

Iranian state TV said mechanical issues are suspected after the Boeing 737 crashed after takeoff.

Iraq

Iran launches missile attack on US bases in Iraq

Iran launches missile attack on US bases in Iraq in revenge for killing of top Iranian commander

USA

Funeral of Iran's Soleimani postponed after dozens killed in stampede

The stampede broke out during the emotionally charged event in Kerman, according to emergency services in the city.

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USA

Australia races to strengthen fire defenses ahead of heat, wind later this week

Wildfires fueled by drought and the country's hottest and driest year on record have ravaged an area the size of South Korea in recent weeks.

USA

Why is China raising the prospect of same-sex marriage?

As recently as August, a representative had dismissed same-sex marriage as contrary to Chinese culture.

USA

U.S. to send some Mexican asylum seekers to Guatemala

The Department of Homeland Security confirms that certain Mexicans seeking humanitarian protections can be transferred to the Central American nation.

USA

Donations pour in as Australian wildfires continue to burn

"Make no mistake, the tragedy unfolding in Australia is climate change-based," actor Russell Crowe wrote in a message relayed by Jennifer Aniston at Sunday night's Golden Globes.

USA

European diplomats scramble to cool tensions in Iran-U.S. conflict

"The Trump administration stands alone, which explains why none of the E.U. governments were consulted about [Soleimani's] killing," one analyst said.

USA

Huge crowds in Iran for commander's funeral, daughter warns U.S. of 'dark day'

Iran has promised to avenge the killing of Soleimani, the architect of Iran's drive to extend its influence across the region.

USA

'Soleimani had it coming': Israel cautiously welcomes U.S. strike on Iran general

Iran has vowed revenge and "harsh retaliation" after Soleimani's killing, leaving some fearing that Israel could face retribution as a close U.S. ally in the region.

USA

Australia commits billions of dollars to wildfire recovery

Milder temperatures brought hope of relief from wildfires that have ravaged three states, claiming 24 lives and destroying almost 2,000 homes.

USA

Iran pulling out of nuclear deal following U.S. strike that killed Soleimani

State television reported Iran will no longer abide by the limits of the deal, which restricted nuclear development in exchange for easing economic sanctions

USA

Thousands mourn Soleimani in Iran amid new threats from Trump

Trump issued new threats late Saturday, saying the U.S. would attack 52 sites important to the country and its culture if Tehran retaliates against Americans or U.S. assets.

USA

Man killed in fatal shark attack in Australia

Australia is known for a large number of unprovoked shark encounters with humans.

Italy

Suspected drunk driver hits young German tourists, killing six

The driver of the car had a high blood alcohol content and was driving particularly fast, a police source told The Associated Press.

Iran

Iran abandons nuclear deal over Soleimani killing

Iran will no longer abide by any of the limits of its 2015 nuclear deal, the country's state television reported on Sunday.

USA

Attack hits base serving U.S. troops in Kenya

Kenya's military said a pre-dawn attempt to breach security was repulsed, with at least four attackers killed.

USA

2 Israelis drown after elevator flooded by heavy rain

Israeli rescue crews had to use scuba gear to reach the elevator and pull out the pair.

USA

Iran strike prompts U.S. men's soccer team to cancel Qatar training

"Due to the developing situation in the region, U.S. Soccer has decided to postpone traveling to Qatar," the U.S. Soccer Federation said in a statement.