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Irish voters frustrated by economy choose next leader

By Danica Kirka, Associated Press

Irish voters are choosing their next prime minister in an election where frustration with economic austerity and a housing crisis have fueled the rise of Sinn Fein — still shunned by the political establishment because of its links to the…

Thai soldier kills at least 20 people, holes up in mall

By Sakchai Lalit, Tassanee Vejpongsa, Associated Press

A Thai Cabinet minister says at least 20 people have been killed and 31 injured in a mass shooting.

Syrian troops gain territory in push to control key highway

By Albert Aji, Bassem Mroue, Associated Press

The weekslong government offensive has created a humanitarian crisis with about 600,000 people fleeing their homes in Syria's last rebel stronghold since the beginning of December, according to the United Nations.

Trump ousts EU Ambassador Sondland who testified in impeachment inquiry

By Deb Riechmann, Associated Press

Gordon Sondland said in a statement Friday that Trump intends to recall him effectively immediately.

Barr’s call for U.S. control of 5G providers quickly rebuked

By Tali Arbel, Associated Press

On Thursday, Attorney General William Barr said the U.S. government should consider taking a "controlling stake" in the European 5G suppliers Nokia and Ericsson.

Secret Service may leave Homeland Security, rejoin Treasury

By Colleen Long, Associated Press

The Secret Service is best known as the agency responsible for protecting the president. But its original purpose when it was formed in 1865 was to investigate financial crimes such as counterfeit money.

Aide who testified against Trump escorted out of White House

By Deb Reichmann, Associated Press

Vindman testified that he didn't think it was "proper" for Trump to press Ukraine to investigate his political rivals. …

Oprah says Gayle King faces social media backlash following Kobe Bryant segment

By Associated Press

Oprah Winfrey says her friend Gayle King is facing death threats following a social media backlash caused by an interview with retired WNBA star Lisa Leslie that involved the late Kobe Bryant.

WATCH: Trump announces effort to revitalize underserved U.S. cities

By Darlene Superville, Associated Press

Trump says the campaign will be called "Opportunity Now."…

Syrian advance sends hundreds of thousands fleeing in Idlib

By Sarah El Deeb, Suzan Fraser, Associated Press

Turkey is sending more troops and tanks to bolster its military presence in northwestern Syria, where President Bashar Assad's forces have been advancing in a devastating, Russian-backed offensive.