UAE calls for Arab unity at 'critical' time after tanker attacks

The United Arab Emirates said on Sunday that "critical circumstances" in the region require a united Gulf Arab and Arab stand, amid heightened tensions with Iran following last week's attacks on oil tankers off the coast of the UAE.

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Saudi Arabia says does not want war but ready to respond with 'all strength'

Saudi Arabia will do its best to avoid war in the region but stands ready to respond with "all strength and determination," following last week's attacks on Saudi oil tankers and installations, a senior official said on Sunday.

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Saudi Arabia to convene Arab leaders over recent attacks

Saudi Arabia’s King Salman invited Gulf and Arab leaders to convene emergency summits to discuss the implications of this week’s attacks against the kingdom and neighboring United Arab Emirates, the foreign ministry said on Saturday.

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Saudi crown prince discusses regional developments with Pompeo: ministry

Saudi Arabia's crown prince discussed regional developments, including efforts to strengthen security and stability, in a phone call with U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, the Saudi Media Ministry tweeted on Sunday.

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Bolivia's Morales defies term limits, launches bid for fourth term

Bolivian President Evo Morales launched his campaign for a fourth term on Saturday in a remote coca-growing valley without addressing the biggest controversy in his bid - the fact that he is running at all.

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UK PM May says Brexit legislation to have 'improved package of measures'

Britain's Prime Minister Theresa May said she will present a "new bold offer" to lawmakers with "an improved package of measures" in a final attempt to get the Brexit Withdrawal Agreement Bill through parliament before she leaves office.

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Three killed in suspected Islamic State attack outside Libyan oilfield

Two guards and a soldier were killed and four other people were kidnapped early on Saturday in a suspected Islamic State attack targeting Libya's Zella oilfield, a security source said.

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Sudanese commander says democratic elections are his goal

The deputy leader of Sudan's military council voiced his enthusiasm for democratic elections in front of an audience of tribal leaders and senior diplomats on Saturday, while seeking to deflect blame for violence in Khartoum this week.

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Austrian government collapses as far right leader caught in video sting

Austria raced on Saturday toward a snap election as Chancellor Sebastian Kurz pulled the plug on his coalition with the far right after its leader was caught on video offering to fix state contracts with a woman posing as a Russian oligarch's niece.

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Trump may pardon military men accused or convicted of war crimes: New York Times

U.S. President Donald Trump has asked for files to be prepared on pardoning several U.S. military members accused of or convicted of war crimes, including one slated to stand trial on charges of shooting unarmed civilians while in Iraq, the New York Times reported on Saturday.

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Suspect arrested in Detroit murder that sparked serial killer fears

A 50-year-old man was arrested on Saturday in the murder of a Detroit woman whose body was found in a trash dumpster, a crime that touched off what police called a "horrible rumor" that a serial killer was lurking in the Motor City.

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Bernie Sanders proposes U.S. education overhaul in appeal to black voters

Democratic presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders unveiled an education policy proposal on Saturday designed to pump billions of dollars into the public schools system, in a bid to appeal to black voters who shunned the U.S. senator during his previous presidential run.

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Australia’s Ruling Coalition Elected to Surprise Third Term

Australia’s ruling conservative coalition won a surprise victory in the country’s general election on Saturday, defying opinion polls that had tipped the center-left opposition party to oust it from power and promising an end to the revolving door of national leaders.

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2019 Australia election: Morrison's coalition seeking shock majority

Conservative Scott Morrison's victory is a few seats from a majority as final votes are counted.

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Eurovision 2019: Netherlands wins song contest

Duncan Laurence wins the contest with his song Arcade, but the UK's Michael Rice comes bottom.

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India elections 2019: Modi on ballot as polling ends

Voting takes place in the prime minister's seat at the end of a long, bruising election.

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The Brazilian street artist who brings history to graffiti

Eduardo Kobra is a Brazilian street artist known for colourful historical figures and places.

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Iran-US tensions: 'There will be no war', says Zarif

Amid growing concerns over US tensions, the foreign minister insists Iran does not want a conflict.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger drop-kicked at South Africa event

The actor tells fans there is "nothing to worry about" after he was attacked at a public appearance.

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Argentina ex-leader Cristina Fernandez to run for vice-president

Many had expected Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner to stand for president in elections this year.

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European elections 2019: Political climate may boost Greens

The environment is a hot topic in Europe now - so can Green parties turn that into more votes?

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Climate change: One man's fight to save a California tree

Cody tried to replant a San Diego forest destroyed by wildfire but climate change is making it hard.

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Eurovision 2019: The contest highlights from start to finish

The contest's highlights - from singing in the shower and bendy poles to the Netherlands' triumph.

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Clashes as ultra-orthodox Jews protest against Eurovision

Ultra-orthodox Jews in Jerusalem are angry that the contest was scheduled on the Jewish Sabbath.

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Argentine abortion campaigners take to Cannes red carpet

Activists and the film crew of Que Sea Ley documentary wore green and chanted "solidarity" in a pro-choice protest.

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Are our weddings too white?

Why it might be time to rethink the way we celebrate as more couples come from diverse backgrounds.

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Australia's conservative government moves into election-winning position

Australia's Liberal-led conservative government is in position to win the national election with more than half the votes counted on Saturday, media projected, though it is unclear whether it can govern with an outright majority.

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