Nov 15 French police launch new probe into rape allegations against Jeffrey Epstein By John Leicester, Associated Press The amplified appeal came after women who say they were raped and sexually assaulted by one of Epstein’s associates, French modeling agent Jean-Luc Brunel, said they were disappointed with the limited scope of police efforts to track down witnesses. Continue reading
Nov 14 Watch 5:23 News Wrap: Gunman kills 2 at Southern California high school In our news wrap Thursday, a gunman opened fire on a Southern California high school, killing at least two students and wounding three others. The 16-year-old suspect shot himself and is in grave condition. Also, in the Middle East, a… Continue watching
Nov 14 Watch 11:34 In Afghanistan, fighting the Taliban increasingly involves covert operations By Jane Ferguson The U.S. has been fighting in Afghanistan since shortly after 9/11, ousting the Taliban and their harsh interpretation of Islam from power that fall. But the insurgent group as which it reformed has plagued Afghanistan with violence ever since. Now,… Continue watching
Nov 14 Italy declares state of emergency in Venice amid high tides By Giada Zampano, Associated Press A cabinet meeting approved a special decree that included 20 million euros ($21.7 million) in immediate financial aid aimed at helping the city recover. Continue reading
Nov 14 Court authorizes investigation into crimes against Rohingya By Mike Corder, Associated Press The decision by an international court gives fresh hope to victims that those responsible for brutal crimes against the Rohingya will be brought to justice. Continue reading
Nov 14 MH17 plane crash probe reveals closer ties between Russia and Ukraine rebels By Mike Corder, Associated Press Russia has repeatedly denied involvement in the downing and accused the investigation team of bias. Continue reading
Nov 14 Gaza truce appears to be holding despite sporadic rocket fire By Fares Akram, Tia Goldenberg, Associated Press After two days of intense fighting that killed at least 34 Palestinians, including three women and eight children, a truce is holding, even with some rocket fire. Continue reading
Nov 14 Bolivia caught in a power struggle between Añez at home and Morales in exile By Luis Andres Henao, Associated Press Jeanine Añez, the Senate leader who has claimed the interim presidency of the Andean country, seems to have the backing of the police, the military and the Roman Catholic Church. Continue reading
Nov 14 Hong Kong police deny curfew, say protesters are out of control By Patrick Quinn, Ken Moritsugu, Associated Press Hong Kong police warned protesters on Thursday that they were moving “one step closer to terrorism” by sinking the city into chaos. Continue reading
Nov 14 American ISIS suspect deported to U.S. after being stuck at Turkey-Greece border By Associated Press The man was stuck in the heavily militarized border zone after Turkey tried to expel him to Greece on Monday but Athens refused him entry. Continue reading