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Coalition talks expected in Ireland after Sinn Fein election surge, exit poll suggests

Fine Gael and Fianna Fail, which have dominated Irish politics since independence, have shunned Sinn Fein because of its links to the IRA.

09/02/2020

USA

Iowa's lessons for New Hampshire

In Iowa, competition between Warren and Sanders drew votes from a consolidated progressive candidate, as Buttigieg gained non-viable delegates.

09/02/2020

USA

Coronavirus updates: Number of confirmed cases drops disease's epicenter, China confirms

As death toll exceed SARS outbreak, here is the latest you need to know.

09/02/2020

USA

Romney, vilified in D.C. for vote to convict Trump, finds respect, support back home

NBC News interviewed dozens of Utah residents to find out what they thought about their senator bucking the GOP on impeachment.

09/02/2020

USA

'Ignored and trivialized': Experts warned Australia government before catastrophic blazes

"We could just see it coming," said Ken Thompson, co-founder of Emergency Leaders for Climate Action.

09/02/2020

USA

Multiple U.S. troops killed and wounded in attack in Afghanistan

U.S. and Afghan forces "conducting an operation in Nangarhar province were engaged by direct fire" on Saturday, a military spokesman said.

09/02/2020

USA

Klobuchar looks to McCain example for independent boost in New Hampshire

While other Democratic presidential candidates tout their connections to Obama, Klobuchar is talking about her ties to figures like John McCain.

08/02/2020

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Final Oscars preparations underway before awards night

Impeccably dressed A-listers and upstart documentary filmmakers will brush shoulders on the red carpet at Los Angeles' Dolby Theatre, as months of campaigning for 24 gold statuettes boil down to a single night.

08/02/2020

USA

Donald Trump fires a second senior official who testified against him

Gordon Sondland, the US ambassador to the EU, was ousted hours after Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman who'd worked as a Ukraine expert at the White House.

08/02/2020

USA

Thai soldier kills at least 10 in shooting rampage, police say

Soldier opens fire in northeastern city of Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand.

08/02/2020

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Blessed by Tibetan monks, this turtle had a very festive return to sea

The female sea turtle spent three months in a rescue centre.

08/02/2020

USA

Turkey accused of sending Syrians back to 'war zone' as conflict escalates

"I can't remember how many times I have had to move because of the intense bombing and the advance of the Syrian army," said one father forced to flee.

08/02/2020

USA

Warren's 'unity' pitch clashes with her 'fighter' message

The Democratic presidential candidate has pitched herself as both a warrior for change and a unifying force. Many voters see a fighter — but not a uniter.

08/02/2020

USA

Buttigieg flaws show under spotlight of New Hampshire debate

Analysis: The former South Bend mayor's momentum moment renews nagging questions about experience and ability to represent people of color.

08/02/2020

USA

Facebook's Twitter account hacked

The Saudi hacker group OurMine apparently tweeted from Facebook's account. It claimed credit last month for a takeover of key NFL accounts.

08/02/2020

USA

NBC News/Marist poll: Sanders, Buttigieg continue to lead in New Hampshire

Just days away from the first-in-the-nation primary, Sanders holds a narrow lead but Buttigieg has seen enthusiasm for his candidacy rise.

07/02/2020

USA

Biden makes staffing changes after 'punch in the gut' poor showing in Iowa

The moves could suggest that the former vice president is going to take a more aggressive approach to his Democratic rivals.

07/02/2020

USA

Harry and Meghan spotted together for first time since stepping back from royal family

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle attended a JPMorgan event in Miami on Thursday.

07/02/2020

USA

Vindman, key impeachment testimony witness, 'escorted' from White House, attorney says

"The truth has cost LTC Alexander Vindman his job, his career, and his privacy," Vindman's attorney told NBC News.

07/02/2020

USA

Democrats set to face off in New Hampshire debate days ahead of primary

Recent polling shows Bernie Sanders ahead in the first-in-the-nation state, followed closely by Pete Buttigieg.

07/02/2020

USA

Trump warns on impeachment payback: 'You'll see'

Trump showed little sign of wanting to mend fences with Democrats, saying there is "a lot of evil on that side."

07/02/2020

USA

Federal appeals court dismisses Trump emoluments case

The suit was dismissed on technical grounds

07/02/2020

USA

What stands out after Iowa is Bernie Sanders' limited crossover appeal

First Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.

07/02/2020

USA

Eight Americans diagnosed with coronavirus on cruise ship off Japan

"Being alone in the hospital in a foreign country where people don't speak my language, that's definitely a concern," said Rebecca Frasure of Oregon.

07/02/2020

USA

Juice jacking: Why you should avoid public phone charging stations

Hackers can load malware into charging stations at place like airports and malls, allowing them to steal the data of unsuspecting users, experts warn.

07/02/2020

USA

China to investigate death of doctor who blew whistle on Coronavirus

Since his death, Li has become a hero in China and was the subject of more than two million posts on social media.

07/02/2020