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Denmark Plans Arctic Vessels, Sled Patrols Amid Trump's Interest In Greenland
Denmark's government has proposed purchasing two new Arctic inspection vessels and increasing dog sled patrols to boost its military presence in Greenland, as US President-elect Donald Trump sets his sights on the island, local media reported.
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As Trump Plans Buyout, Question Is - Who Does Greenland Really Belong To?
Trump has made his views crystal clear - he wants to buy Greenland, a strategically located island in the arctic region between North America and Russia, northwest of Europe. But who does Greenland really belong to? And who does Trump negotiate with?
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Pregnant US Teacher Dies After Falling 164 Feet Down A Gorge While Hiking In Greece
The couple was trekking near the Preveli Monastery on the Greek Island of Creteabat on December 23 when she "slipped and fell" 164 feet down a gorge.
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Miami Island Plot Near Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos Estate Up For Sale. Price Is...
Potential buyers of this luxury parcel will have the chance to construct a private residence next door to Jeff Bezos, who already owns three properties on the island.
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Body Found In Wheel Well After United Airlines Flight Lands In Hawaii
A dead body was found in the wheel well of a United Airlines jetliner after the aircraft landed in the Hawaiian island of Maui, the airline said on Wednesday.
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Trump Says US Ownership Of Greenland Absolutely Necessary, Nation Responds
Greenland is not for sale, its elected leader said on Monday, responding to comments made by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump regarding the "ownership and control" of the vast Arctic island that has been part of Denmark for over 600 years.
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New York Architect, Suspected Serial Killer, Charged In 7th Murder
A New York architect believed to be responsible for a series of murders on Long Island has been charged with a seventh homicide, that of a woman whose remains were found in 2000, prosecutors said Tuesday.
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Buildings Damaged, Cars Crushed After 7.3 Magnitude Earthquake In Vanuatu
A powerful earthquake hit the Pacific island of Vanuatu on Tuesday, smashing buildings in the capital Port Vila including one housing the US and other embassies, with a witness telling AFP of bodies seen in the city.
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US Woman, 70, Accused Of Running Illegal Dental Clinic From Her Kitchen
A woman seeking a single tooth extraction on July 26 at the makeshift clinic, located in a kitchen, was allegedly told she needed five teeth removed due to decay.
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Taiwan Military On High Alert As China Warships Sail Near Island
Taiwan's military was on high alert Monday after detecting Chinese warships near the island, Taipei said, as it prepared for likely drills by Beijing in response to President Lai Ching-te's US visits.
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China Launches Military Drills Around Taiwan, Sends A "Stern Warning" To "Separatist" Forces
China's drills come days after US Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned Beijing against taking action in response to a speech by Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te during the island's National Day celebrations.
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In Historic Move, UK Gives Up Sovereignty Of Chagos Islands To Mauritius, Keeps Military Base In Diego Garcia
Britain today said it will give up sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, but will keep its strategic joint military base with the US in Diego Garcia.
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Drunk US Man Kills Friend After Talks Over Quitting Alcohol Turn Violent
After the attack, Allen texted a local handyman for cleanup assistance. However, the handyman discovered the bloodied body and instead contacted Southampton Town Police.
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"Jai Hanuman": PM Modi Greets Rapper HanuMankind At New York Event
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met rapper HanuMankind at the 'Modi and US' event in Long Island, New York, on Sunday.
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"Your Love Is My Good Fortune": PM Modi Addresses Indian Community In US
In his historic address to the Indian diaspora at the Nassau Coliseum in Long Island, New York on Sunday , Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that India's 'Namaste' has now become multinational.
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Denmark Plans Arctic Vessels, Sled Patrols Amid Trump's Interest In Greenland
Denmark's government has proposed purchasing two new Arctic inspection vessels and increasing dog sled patrols to boost its military presence in Greenland, as US President-elect Donald Trump sets his sights on the island, local media reported.
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As Trump Plans Buyout, Question Is - Who Does Greenland Really Belong To?
Trump has made his views crystal clear - he wants to buy Greenland, a strategically located island in the arctic region between North America and Russia, northwest of Europe. But who does Greenland really belong to? And who does Trump negotiate with?
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Pregnant US Teacher Dies After Falling 164 Feet Down A Gorge While Hiking In Greece
The couple was trekking near the Preveli Monastery on the Greek Island of Creteabat on December 23 when she "slipped and fell" 164 feet down a gorge.
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Miami Island Plot Near Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos Estate Up For Sale. Price Is...
Potential buyers of this luxury parcel will have the chance to construct a private residence next door to Jeff Bezos, who already owns three properties on the island.
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Body Found In Wheel Well After United Airlines Flight Lands In Hawaii
A dead body was found in the wheel well of a United Airlines jetliner after the aircraft landed in the Hawaiian island of Maui, the airline said on Wednesday.
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Trump Says US Ownership Of Greenland Absolutely Necessary, Nation Responds
Greenland is not for sale, its elected leader said on Monday, responding to comments made by U.S. President-elect Donald Trump regarding the "ownership and control" of the vast Arctic island that has been part of Denmark for over 600 years.
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New York Architect, Suspected Serial Killer, Charged In 7th Murder
A New York architect believed to be responsible for a series of murders on Long Island has been charged with a seventh homicide, that of a woman whose remains were found in 2000, prosecutors said Tuesday.
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Buildings Damaged, Cars Crushed After 7.3 Magnitude Earthquake In Vanuatu
A powerful earthquake hit the Pacific island of Vanuatu on Tuesday, smashing buildings in the capital Port Vila including one housing the US and other embassies, with a witness telling AFP of bodies seen in the city.
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US Woman, 70, Accused Of Running Illegal Dental Clinic From Her Kitchen
A woman seeking a single tooth extraction on July 26 at the makeshift clinic, located in a kitchen, was allegedly told she needed five teeth removed due to decay.
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Taiwan Military On High Alert As China Warships Sail Near Island
Taiwan's military was on high alert Monday after detecting Chinese warships near the island, Taipei said, as it prepared for likely drills by Beijing in response to President Lai Ching-te's US visits.
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China Launches Military Drills Around Taiwan, Sends A "Stern Warning" To "Separatist" Forces
China's drills come days after US Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned Beijing against taking action in response to a speech by Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te during the island's National Day celebrations.
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In Historic Move, UK Gives Up Sovereignty Of Chagos Islands To Mauritius, Keeps Military Base In Diego Garcia
Britain today said it will give up sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, but will keep its strategic joint military base with the US in Diego Garcia.
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Drunk US Man Kills Friend After Talks Over Quitting Alcohol Turn Violent
After the attack, Allen texted a local handyman for cleanup assistance. However, the handyman discovered the bloodied body and instead contacted Southampton Town Police.
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"Jai Hanuman": PM Modi Greets Rapper HanuMankind At New York Event
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met rapper HanuMankind at the 'Modi and US' event in Long Island, New York, on Sunday.
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"Your Love Is My Good Fortune": PM Modi Addresses Indian Community In US
In his historic address to the Indian diaspora at the Nassau Coliseum in Long Island, New York on Sunday , Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that India's 'Namaste' has now become multinational.
