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May suffers fresh defeat over Brexit plans

Theresa May suffered a fresh Brexit defeat on Wednesday when MPs called for any plan-B options to be quickly presented if her deal is defeated next week.

Malta

Malta to allow migrants from rescue ships to disembark

Malta will take in 49 migrants stranded on boats, then redistribute to eight European Union countries.

USA

Saudi teen who barricaded herself in hotel is a refugee, U.N. rules

After barricading herself in her Bangkok hotel room, the teen's pleas for help over Twitter garnered tens of thousands of followers.

USA

As the US economy grows, so does carbon pollution

A new report finds that U.S. greenhouse gas emissions probably increased in 2018 by the second greatest amount in more than two decades. Economic growth was a major factor.

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USA

Turkey's Erdogan snubs Bolton as rift between NATO allies deepens

The national security adviser was accused of making a "serious mistake" in calling for a new condition for the U.S. exit from Syria.

USA

Suspicious packages investigated at consulates, embassies in Australia

The U.S. Consulate in Melbourne told Australia's national broadcaster that it received one of the suspicious packages.

USA

DNA samples sought at care center where woman in vegetative state gave birth

Also on Tuesday, the San Carlos Apache Tribe released a statement claiming the woman is an enrolled member of its tribe.

USA

In wake of 'Surviving R. Kelly, a prosecutor urges alleged victims to come forward

"There is nothing that can be done to investigate these allegations without the cooperation of both victims and witnesses," the Cook County state's attorney said.

USA

Food stamps covered through Feb., no promises for March if shutdown goes on

Officials committed to SNAP being paid through February for the 38 million Americans who depend on it, but could not do the same for March.

USA

Second suspect in killing of Jazmine Barnes charged with capital murder

"I look forward to the day that I can truly say, 'Rest in peace, sweet Jazmine, for justice has been done,'" the Harris County sheriff said at her funeral Tuesday.

USA

Teacher faces charges after video shows her dragging boy with autism

"He needed a break and they kept pushing him to do more," said the boy's mother.

USA

Navy veteran from California has been held in Iran for months, mother says

The State Department said they are "aware of reports" that Michael R. White has been in custody since late July.

USA

Homeless man accused in GoFundMe scam sought by police

In the alleged online scam, a couple raised money on the claim that Bobbitt gave the woman his last $20 when she was stranded along a freeway ramp in Philadelphia.

USA

Man released from prison and sent back finally begins life as a free man

"I've just been praying and hoping that this day would come," Charles said. "And it has come. And it's a remarkable feeling."

USA

Joshua Tree National Park closes due to damage caused by shutdown

Officials said that the 1,235-square-mile park will close Thursday morning temporarily, but did not say when they expected to reopen it to visitors.

USA

Winter storm blasts Europe; 13 dead amid heavy snow, gusts

In Norway attempts to find the bodies of four skiers were again put on hold due to poor visibility and heavy snowfall.

USA

Navy medic faces murder charge after allegedly stabbing man 40 times

The suspect allegedly told police that when he found blood on his body he did not know where it came from.

USA

Facebook removes page attacking R. Kelly accusers

"We do not tolerate bullying or sharing someone's private contact information," a Facebook representative said.

World News

Flights resume at UK's Heathrow Airport after drone sightings, airport

Flights at the UK's Heathrow airport were suspended over drone sightings.

USA

Third cat in Wyoming contracts plague

The health department recommended people avoid areas with rodents and use repellant when in areas with fleas.