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Report: US wasted billions on cars, buildings in Afghanistan

Report: US wasted billions on cars, buildings in Afghanistan

ISLAMABAD — The United States wasted billions of dollars in war-torn Afghanistan on buildings and vehicles that were either abandoned or destroyed, according to a report released Monday by a U.S. government watchdog. The agency said it reviewed $7.
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Philippines launches virus vaccinations amid supply problems

Philippines launches virus vaccinations amid supply problems

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine government launched a vaccination campaign on Monday to contain one of Southeast Asia’s worst coronavirus outbreaks but faces supply problems and public resistance, which it hopes to ease by inoculating top offici
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Trump calls for GOP unity, repeats lies about election loss

Trump calls for GOP unity, repeats lies about election loss

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Australian prime minister stands by minister accused of rape

Australian prime minister stands by minister accused of rape

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Monday stood by an unidentified Cabinet minister against calls for him to step down over an allegation he raped a 16-year-old girl more than 30 years ago.
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India giving COVID-19 vaccines to more people as cases rise

India giving COVID-19 vaccines to more people as cases rise

NEW DELHI — India is expanding its coronavirus vaccination drive beyond health care and front-line workers, offering the shots to older people and those with medical conditions that put them at risk.
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Netanyahu accuses Iran of attacking Israeli-owned cargo ship

Netanyahu accuses Iran of attacking Israeli-owned cargo ship

JERUSALEM — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday accused Iran of attacking an Israeli-owned ship in the Gulf of Oman last week, a mysterious explosion that further spiked security concerns in the region.
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'Nomadland,' 'Borat' win at a socially distant Golden Globes

'Nomadland,' 'Borat' win at a socially distant Golden Globes

NEW YORK — With homebound nominees appearing by remote video and hosts Tina Fey and Amy Poehler on different sides of the country, a very socially distanced 78th Golden Globe Awards trudged on in the midst of the pandemic and amid a storm of criticis
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The glam was back at the Golden Globes, albeit at a distance

The glam was back at the Golden Globes, albeit at a distance

NEW YORK — Glam was back for the Golden Globes virtual, bicoastal awards night Sunday as nominees Zoomed in from around the world and, for Leslie Odom Jr., from his front porch in Los Angeles not far from the action in Beverly Hills.
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Golden Globe winners include Jason Sudeikis and Jodie Foster

Golden Globe winners include Jason Sudeikis and Jodie Foster

LOS ANGELES — Complete list of winners at the 78th annual Golden Globe Awards: MOVIES: Best motion picture, drama: “Nomadland” Best motion picture, musical or comedy: “Borat Subsequent Moviefilm” Best actress in a motion picture, drama: Andra Day, “T
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UN: At least 18 killed by Myanmar forces in several cities

UN: At least 18 killed by Myanmar forces in several cities

YANGON, Myanmar — Security forces in Myanmar opened fire and made mass arrests Sunday as they sought to break up protests against the military’s seizure of power, and a U.N.
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