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The Syrian government collapsed early Sunday, falling to a lightning rebel offensive that seized control of the capital of ...
The Syrian government appeared to have fallen early Sunday in a stunning end to the 50-year rule of the Assad family after a ...
President-elect Trump's threatened 25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada could have an enormous impact on the auto industry.
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Bashar al-Assad's residence in Damascus was ransacked Sunday after rebels seized control of the Syrian capital, forcing the deposed president to flee the country. Photos from the Associated Press show ...
A former police officer died in an apparent suicide just before going to trial for sexual assault. His case was dismissed, and his alleged victims say they are infuriated.