Beijing ‘tightens screws’ on Taiwan’s new president
by Amber WANG TAIPEI , Taiwan (AFP) -- When Tsai Ing-wen becomes Taiwan's president later this month, she will end…
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Consider the peace process when voting on election day — Deles
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One dead, one wounded in Maryland high school shooting -police
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US man found guilty in ‘Grim Sleeper’ killings
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Philippine fishermen hope next president will resolve South China Sea dispute
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Google and Honeywell turn down Nest thermostat heat
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Canada says forest fire evacuees face long wait before returning home
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Red Hot Chili Peppers ready with first album in five years
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US House Speaker deals major blow to Trump unity efforts
by Michael Mathes WASHINGTON , United States (AFP) -- US Speaker of the House Paul Ryan, the nation's top Republican,…
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Fort McMurray evacuees eager to return home gather on edge of fire zone
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