Taliban, U.S. sign deal aimed at ending war in Afghanistan

The United States and the Taliban have signed a peace agreement aimed at ending the 18-year war in Afghanistan, America's longest.

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Greek police fire teargas on migrants at Turkish border

Greek police fired tear gas toward migrants gathered on its border with Turkey on Saturday, as a crisis over Syria shifted onto the European Union's doorstep.

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COVID-19 outbreak: Here's what's happening around the world Saturday

An Iranian health ministry official says the Islamic Republic is preparing for the possibility of "tens of thousands" coming to test for the novel coronavirus as nearly 600 cases have been confirmed.

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Black voters finally get to flex their power in South Carolina Democratic primary

Twists of historical fate have made South Carolina the first U.S. presidential primary where black voters play a make-or-break role. That's vital for Democrat Joe Biden, who needs a win and is campaigning hard on his relationship with former president Barack Obama.

source https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/south-carolina-african-american-vote-1.5480923?cmp=rss

Best director win for Polanski prompts boos, walkouts at César Awards in France

The ceremony for the French version of the Oscars took place in Paris on Friday amid protests by women's rights activists as director Roman Polanski was awarded, in his absence, the best director award for his latest film.

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