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Church of England head Justin Welby resigns over handling of sex abuse scandal
Resignation of Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby comes after investigation found that he failed to tell police about serial physical and sexual abuse by volunteer at Christian summer camps as soon as he became aware of it
Transition period for US president-elect takes weeks
Although Donald Trump has won the presidential election, nearly 11 weeks will pass before he can assume office, giving him 76 days to prepare a new government.
North Carolina residents still struggle with Hurricane Helene recovery
Residents across a large part of the southeastern U.S. are still dealing with the damage caused by Hurricane Helene in late September. North Carolina was especially hard hit. Rafael Saakov spoke with the people who are struggling most. Anna Rice narrates his story. Camera: Aleksandr Bergan.
Sri Lanka set to vote for new parliament as president seeks majority for reforms
Strong support that Dissanayake secured in the presidential election will likely stay with his party in Thursday’s election, analysts say
Blinken heads to Brussels to push for Ukraine aid
US secretary of state is heading to Belgium as Washington looks for ways to 'surge' military aid to Ukraine in the final days of President Joe Biden’s term
Trump sets sights on Gaza, Ukraine as early foreign policy goals
Trump’s term starts January 20th, but he has already spoken with world leaders
35 dead as driver hits crowd at sports center in southern Chinese city
Police had detained a 62-year-old man at the sports center in the southern Chinese city of Zhuhai following the ramming late Monday, on the eve of the country’s premier aviation exhibition by the People’s Liberation Army
Spain's Valencia struggles to get children back to school after deadly floods
Controversy over the regional government's handling of the floods still rages, and a teachers' union accused it of exaggerating the number returning and leaving the clean-up to teachers and pupils
Ishiba survived rare runoff to remain Japan's prime minister but will face turmoil
Here is a look at what's happening in Japan's tumultuous politics, and what it might mean for Ishiba and his government as they prepare to navigate a second term of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump
At least 14 killed in Gaza, airstrikes in Beirut
Groups say Israel has fallen short of aid goals
Russian airstrike kills 4, injures 14
Ukraine drone strike starts fire at Russian oil depot
Biggest name world leaders missing at UN climate talks, others fill the void
The top leaders of the 13 largest carbon dioxide-polluting countries will not appear
Russia and China must counter any U.S. attempt at containment, Shoigu says
China's Xi Jinping and Putin in May pledged a "new era" of partnership between the two most powerful rivals of the United States
China's largest air show takes off with fighter jets, attack drones
The airshow will feature a dedicated drone zone for the first time, reflecting their increased prominence in warzones, including Ukraine
NYC Mayor Eric Adams requests earlier trial date so he can focus on reelection campaign
Adams, a Democrat, was indicted in September on charges that he accepted luxury travel perks and illegal campaign contributions from a Turkish official seeking political favors
Breakaway Somaliland to hold general elections
The breakaway region of Somaliland in East Africa is due to hold general elections on November 13. As the self-declared republic pushes for recognition from the international community and begins to play a larger role in the region, what could the outcome mean for Somalia and the Horn of Africa?
Church of England head under pressure to resign amid abuse scandal
The 251-page report concluded that Welby failed to report Smyth to authorities when he was informed of the abuse in August 2013, soon after he became Archbishop of Canterbury