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This week marks a new phase in the coronavirus crisis with the case count outside China accelerating sharply. China’s containment strategy bought global health authorities time to prepare, but failed to confine the outbreak to North-East Asia. In the past

(BERLIN) — Scientists say that half of the world’s sandy beaches could disappear by the end of the century if climate change continues unchecked. Researchers at the European Union’s Joint Research Center in Ispra, Italy, used satellite images to track

The U.S. Supreme Court’s conservative majority appeared sympathetic on Monday toward a bid by President Donald Trump’s administration to reinforce its power to quickly deport illegal immigrants without court interference in a politically charged election-year case on one of Trump’s

On Afghanistan, I Have to Say This: Bravo, Donald Trump  The Intercept

In the big wide wizarding world, Harry Potter memes are truly the gift that keeps on giving. The enduring phenomenon of Harry Potter has given us many things, from a slew of inspirational quotes to a beloved Broadway play. But

About 250 Louvre workers, mainly those who guard the treasured artworks or greet visitors, voted Monday to stay off the job until management presents a clearer plan of how it’s dealing with the virus threat.

The Internet can be a source of anxiety, strife, and discord, but in some instances, it can also be a place to find community, as evidenced by the outpouring of support inspired by the life of one Marnie the Dog.

(Bloomberg) — After years of financial hardship, she craved a life of luxury. Her remedy was to embezzle $17 million from the Danish state. Britta Nielsen, a 65-year-old former social worker, has stunned a country that’s used to topping anti-corruption

Speaking at a Pentagon news conference Monday, Defense Secretary Mark Esper said he was not sure whether the drawdown had begun, but said it is required to start within 10 days of the signing on Saturday of a peace deal

The rise of Bernie Sanders as the Democratic Party’s presidential frontrunner has shaken up politicians and pundits surprised that an avowedly left-wing candidate is beating more traditional rivals. These political insiders have speculated about a wide range of reasons for