Thai Police Statement on Explosion

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Officials provided an update about the deadly blast at the Erawan Shrine in Bangkok.

Published: August 17, 2015 at 12:00AM

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Egypt Widens Government Power With New Anti-Terrorism Law

By KAREEM FAHIM and MERNA THOMAS

President Abdel-Fattah el-Sisi issued the new law on Sunday to combat a wave of militant attacks, but critics say it merely protects repressive practices already in use.

Published: August 18, 2015 at 12:00AM

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Buzzing: Jennifer Lawrence looks up in new Joy poster

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Jennifer Lawrence looks up in new Joy poster

Things are looking up for Jennifer Lawrence in the latest poster for David O. Russell’s Joy, a drama about Miracle Mop inventor Joy Mangano that…

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Buzzing: Robert Kirkman on why Fear the Walking Dead is a ‘great appetizer’

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Robert Kirkman on why Fear the Walking Dead is a ‘great appetizer’

For Walking Dead comic creator Robert Kirkman, the opportunity to create a brand new story out of his zombie apocalypse is exciting on many levels….

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Buzzing: Castle: Get your exclusive first look at Hayley Shipton

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Castle: Get your exclusive first look at Hayley Shipton

Get ready to meet the new investigator in Castle’s life!…

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In Tianjin Blasts, a Heavy Toll for Unsuspecting Firefighters

By ANDREW JACOBS

At least 39 firefighters were among the 114 people killed by the cataclysmic explosions in the Chinese port city of Tianjin.

Published: August 18, 2015 at 12:00AM

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Leader of South Sudan Refuses to Sign Peace Deal

By SOMINI SENGUPTA

Despite the threat of international sanctions after a deadline on Monday, Salva Kiir did not sign the accord aimed at ending fighting in a devastating civil war.

Published: August 18, 2015 at 12:00AM

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Ayatollah Khamenei Says Talk of U.S. Influences in Iran Is ‘Hollow Fantasy’

By THOMAS ERDBRINK

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned that Iran would remain vigilant in guarding against influences from the United States, a message at odds with other officials.

Published: August 18, 2015 at 12:00AM

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