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Terror probe after machete attack near New York’s New Year celebrations – suspect shot

Specialist terrorism experts are investigating an attack involving a machete on police in New York that left three officers hurt.

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North Korea’s Kim orders ‘exponential’ expansion of nuclear arsenal

Some experts say Kim Jong Un’s push to make more nukes and new weapons systems reflects his hopes to solidify future negotiating power as he heads into prolonged tensions with the U.S. and its allies. (Image credit: Korean Central News

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Man accused of murdering four US students was allegedly warned after ‘creepy’ comments

A man accused of killing four students in the US was warned after making “creepy” and inappropriate comments to staff and customers at a brewery, its owner has claimed.

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Pope Francis prays for Benedict as Vatican prepares to mourn former pontiff

Pope Francis has prayed for his predecessor Benedict XVI at a special New Year’s Day Mass.

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Highway 101 reopens following major flooding in south San Francisco: CHP – KSBW Monterey

Highway 101 reopens following major flooding in south San Francisco: CHP  KSBW Monterey Widespread flooding follows record rainfall on San Francisco peninsula  KPIX CBS SF Bay Area Heavy rain slams Central and Northern California, leading to widespread road closures and evacuation orders  Fox

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Croatia rings in the New Year as a fully integrated EU member

It marked a fresh start for the small Balkan nation of 4 million that captured international attention three decades ago as the site of a brutal war that left nearly a quarter of its economy in ruins. (Image credit: Darko

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Why Trump’s Reign of Republican Terror Is Really Ending – The Daily Beast

Why Trump’s Reign of Republican Terror Is Really Ending  The Daily Beast

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America’s ‘most dangerous law’ goes into effect – Fox News

America’s ‘most dangerous law’ goes into effect  Fox News Illinois Supreme Court halts SAFE-T Act Measure  CBS Chicago In 11th-hour order, state Supreme Court puts SAFE-T Act on hold  News-Gazette Illinois Supreme Court halts elimination of cash bail in SAFE-T Act  WGN News 200

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‘Atmospheric river’ dumps heavy rain and snow across California – NPR

‘Atmospheric river’ dumps heavy rain and snow across California  NPR Powerful storm requires several water rescues in Southern California  CBS Los Angeles Heavy Rain in California Causes Flooding but Offers Respite From Drought  The New York Times California Rains Updates Live: Powerful Storm

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Bolsonaro flees Brazil as Lula da Silva to be inaugurated for 3rd presidential term

Ousted far-right leader Bolsonaro leaves country, won’t hand over presidential sash to leftist successor at ceremony shrouded in exceptionally tight security amid threats

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