By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
New clashes erupted Wednesday in western India as the law enforcement tried to quell riots led by members of a farming caste demanding government benefits.
Published: August 27, 2015 at 12:00AM
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Hong Kong Christian Groups Feel New Scrutiny From Mainland
By JAVIER C. HERNÁNDEZ and CRYSTAL TSE
An effort by Chinese officials to limit the influence of religion has raised concerns about encroachment on the city’s autonomy.
Published: August 27, 2015 at 12:00AM
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U.N. Says Aid Increase Would Cut Migration
By SOMINI SENGUPTA and RICK GLADSTONE
The under secretary general of humanitarian affairs, fresh from visits to embattled nations, urged affluent nations to step up aid as a way to stem the flow of refugees.
Published: August 27, 2015 at 12:00AM
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Saudi Arabia: 4 Convicts Are Executed
By REUTERS
Saudi Arabia announced Wednesday that it had carried out four executions, raising the total to 130 so far in 2015.
Published: August 27, 2015 at 12:00AM
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Buzzing: Broadway channels Rosie the Riveter for National Women’s Equality Day
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Broadway channels Rosie the Riveter for National Women’s Equality Day
Been noticing a lot of Rosie the Riveter pictures on social media today? Broadway’s behind it….
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Tehran Asks U.S. to Release 19 Iranian Citizens
By RICK GLADSTONE
The request came as the United States is pressing Iran to release three American citizens — including a Washington Post correspondent — and provide information about a fourth missing for eight years.
Published: August 27, 2015 at 12:00AM
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Buzzing: Calling all newpsies! The real-life Cohen McMansion from The O.C. is for sale
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Calling all newpsies! The real-life Cohen McMansion from The O.C. is for sale
In The O.C. series finale, the Cohens might’ve relocated to Berkeley after their beloved McMansion was damaged in an earthquake, but that won’t…
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Buzzing: USA postpones Mr. Robot finale due to WDBJ shooting
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USA postpones Mr. Robot finale due to WDBJ shooting
USA Network has announced they will not be airing the season finale of Mr. Robot Wednesday evening as previously scheduled following a shooting in…
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Buzzing: Celebrate Dylan O’Brien’s birthday with his most GIF-able moments
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Celebrate Dylan O’Brien’s birthday with his most GIF-able moments
Everyone’s favorite maze runner and (mostly) human pack member Dylan O’Brien turned 24 on Wednesday and it’s time to celebrate….
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Setting a Stage for Kindness in Chinese Society
By DIDI KIRSTEN TATLOW
A powerful mix of hierarchy and authoritarianism is stopping people in China from expressing kindness much of the time, especially toward strangers.
Published: August 26, 2015 at 12:00AM
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