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How Iran could retaliate around the world

Analysis: Iran has many weapons, from hackers to Hezbollah, and potential targets that range from embassies to individual U.S. citizens.

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Who was Qassem Soleimani, the icon of Iranian defiance?

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The targeted killing of Gen. Qassem Soleimani, the head of Iran's elite Quds Force, could draw forceful Iranian retaliation.

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David Stern, longest-serving NBA commissioner, dies at 77

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As Christians celebrate Christmas this week, we remember that rulers who are willing to use religion to cling to power by any means necessary have always been part of our story.

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Boeing space capsule returns to Earth after aborted mission

Barely half an hour after lanching from Cape Canaveral on Friday, the Starliner ended up in the wrong orbit.

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US and China cool trade war with 'Phase one' deal

The US and China struck a 'Phase one' trade deal on Friday, with Washington cutting tariffs in exchange for Chinese purchases of American products.

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Divided lawmakers approved articles of impeachment charging US President Donald Trump with abusing the power of his office over the Ukraine scandal and obstructing Congress.

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'Delicious' $120,000 banana artwork taken off wall and eaten

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Chinese-American and Iranian men freed in prisoner swap

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Saudi Air Force member kills three at US naval base in Florida

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