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Israel mobilizes 5,000 reserve soldiers as Egypt trying to broker cease-fire with Gaza militants
Israel is calling on 5,000 reserve soldiers to help bolster its defenses Tuesday as rockets continue to sail into its territory from Gaza, striking buildings and prompting warning sirens to wail in cities and towns throughout the region.
Russia school shooting: At least 8 killed in attack, reports say
At least eight people were killed and 21 were injured Tuesday in a shooting at a school in southwest Russia, according to reports.
Gaza militants, children among 24 dead as Israel hits Hamas
Israel unleashed new airstrikes on Gaza early Tuesday, hitting the high-rise home of a Hamas field commander and two border tunnels dug by militants, as Hamas and other armed groups fired dozens of rockets toward Israel. It was an escalation sparked by weeks of tensions in contested Jerusalem.
Romania uses 'Dracula's Castle' as COVID-19 vaccine 'marathon' site
Romania is trying to step up its coronavirus vaccination efforts by utilizing "Dracula’s Castle" as a vaccine center, offering perks to entice the more hesitant citizens.
England reports zero daily COVID-19 deaths for the first time since July
Health officials in England reported zero daily coronavirus deaths on Monday, the first time no COVID-19 fatalities were reported in a 24-hour period since July.
Hamas fires rockets into Israel amid Jerusalem unrest
Hamas launched rockets on Jerusalem Monday evening while thousands of Israelis celebrated Jerusalem Day, according to reports.
Cautious cuddling? England to OK hugs as lockdown eases
Britain has already lowered its threat level following a "consistent" drop in cases, hospital admissions and death.
New Zealand stabbing: At least 4 injured in attack at supermarket
At least four people were injured in a stabbing attack at a New Zealand supermarket Monday, authorities said.
Jerusalem holy site violence injures hundreds of Palestinians, several Israeli officers
Israeli police firing tear gas, stun grenades and rubber-coated bullets clashed with Palestinian stone-throwers at a flashpoint Jerusalem holy site on Monday, the latest in a series of confrontations that is pushing the contested city to the brink of eruption.
Burma poet dies in detention, body returned to family with organs missing: reports
A poet whose works opposed the junta that’s ruling Burma, has died in detention, and his body was returned with the organs removed, his family said, according to reports Sunday.
After vaccine rollout success in UK, COVID could be ‘eradicated’ by winter, says top scientist
An emeritus professor of bacteriology in the United Kingdom is predicting COVID-19 could be "eradicated" in the country by winter because of the success of the vaccine rollout, according to reports.
Narco tunnel linked to El Chapo found across from Mexican National Guard base
Mexican authorities discovered a 650-foot tunnel built by Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman in Tijuana — across the street from a National Guard base
Canadian pastor whose Easter confrontation with police went viral arrested after holding church service
A Canadian pastor who went viral last month for ordering out police who showed up to his church on Easter weekend was arrested Saturday for violating COVID-19 limits on gatherings set by a new court order.
Afghanistan girls school bombing death toll soars to 50
The death toll in a horrific bombing at a girls’ school in the Afghan capital has soared to 50, many of them pupils between 11 and 15 years old, the Interior Ministry said Sunday.
Israel shared Iranian General Soleimani's cell phones with US intelligence before drone strike: report
Israel reportedly shared three cell phone numbers used by Qasem Soleimani with U.S. intelligence in the hours before American drones unleashed Hellfire missiles on the Iranian General last year.
On eve of WWII Victory Day, Belarus opposition says fascism is alive and well in their country
It was a hard fought victory, and the movement for change sees symbolism in May 9. The few public events were scheduled as an opportunity for people to come out and show their patriotism.
More than 200 Palestinians hurt in Al-Aqsa clashes with police
Israel's national police chief on Saturday announced he was beefing up forces in Jerusalem ahead of expected disturbances in the coming days following a night of heavy clashes between Palestinians and Israeli police in the holy city.
Bomb kills at least 30 near girls' school in Afghan capital
A bomb exploded near a girls' school in a majority Shiite district of west Kabul on Saturday, killing at least 30 people, many of them young pupils between 11 and 15 years old. The Taliban condemned the attack and denied any responsibility.

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