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‘Beauty and the Beast’ shelved in Malaysia despite approval
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia – Walt Disney has shelved the release of its new movie “Beauty…
Kashmir ex-rebels, families live stateless in their own home
KREERI, India – After former fighter Syed Bashir Bukhari gave up the rebellion against Indian…
In sensation of ‘Get Out,’ hints of a Trump-effect
NEW YORK – There have been monster gorillas and sharp-clawed superheroes at the box office…
Child welfare agency: Girl who killed herself suffered abuse
MIAMI – A 14-year-old foster child who hanged herself in a shower stall and broadcast…
US applications for New Zealand citizenship jump post-Trump
WELLINGTON, New Zealand – It’s one thing to talk about changing allegiance to another country…
US aid group says detained South Sudanese staffers freed
JOHANNESBURG – South Sudanese staffers with the U.S.-based aid group Samaritan’s Purse have been freed…
A good test for a gardener: When do you get your first peas?
In some gardening circles, a gardener’s skill is measured by how soon he or she…
This comfy, cushioned cubby is an inviting, cozy workspace
It’s a quiet but cozy workspace, designed to promote focus and creativity while providing an…
RIGHT AT HOME: Decor is loving Africa
Trek through home decor stores these days and you’ll probably see goods from around the…
Death toll reaches 72 in Ethiopia landfill collapse
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia – The death toll has risen to 72 after Saturday’s collapse of…
Polish European lawmaker suspended over sexist remarks
BRUSSELS – The European Parliament suspended a Polish lawmaker for 10 days on Tuesday after…
Florida dad gets life in prison for killing infant son
PANAMA CITY, Fla. – A Florida Panhandle man will spend the rest of his life…
Suspect arrested in killings of Toya Wright’s brothers
NEW ORLEANS – A suspect has been arrested in the New Orleans killings of two…
Making waves: Rick Yancey plans a new ‘5th Wave’ novel
NEW YORK – Bestselling author Rick Yancey is ready to make new waves. G.P. Putnam’s…
Poppy crosswalk to honour veterans in Vernon, B.C., rejected by legion
VERNON, B.C. – Vernon Mayor Akbal Mund says the city is working on a new…
The Latest: Hungarian detainees continue hunger strike
PARIS – The latest on the migrant influx into Europe and the official response: 4:20…
Hudson’s Bay in talks to buy U.S. luxury chain Neiman Marcus: report
TORONTO – Hudson’s Bay is in talks to buy struggling U.S. luxury retail chain Neiman…
AP Interview: Montenegro leader: Russia wants to destroy EU
PODGORICA, Montenegro – Montenegro’s former prime minister called on the European Union on Tuesday to…
Niagara Falls touts thrills in tourism rebranding
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. – Niagara Falls, New York, is branded as a destination of thrills…
How well can you hear in a noisy background? Try it here
NEW YORK – How well can you understand speech in a noisy setting? Difficulty doing…
Poland to lay off diplomats who worked under communism
WARSAW, Poland – Poland’s prime minister says a government-proposed bill calling for the dismissal of…
Italian minister wants EU to affirm support for Balkans
TIRANA, Albania – Italy’s foreign minister is urging the European Union to send a strong…
Top EU diplomat unveils Syria plan
BRUSSELS – The European Union’s top diplomat has unveiled a plan to help war-torn Syria…
Argentine immigrant: ‘We’re not just here to steal jobs’
JACKSON, Miss. – Daniela Vargas, the young Argentine immigrant detained after speaking out in Mississippi,…