Tommy Thompson spent more than a decade in prison after refusing to disclose the whereabouts of 500 missing gold coins.
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German philosopher and social critic Jürgen Habermas dies at 96
One the most influential thinkers in post-war Germany, he linked philosophy and political action throughout his life.
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Discontent is mounting over rolling blackouts and shortages of food, fuel and medicine, exacerbated by a US blockade.
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Ice Cube’s alien invasion adaptation receives five Razzies, which go to the year’s worst movies.
Read MoreKennedy Center head steps down after tumultuous year
The Trump ally’s departure comes as the centre prepares to shut down for a two-year renovation.
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Gazans were urged to take shelter as a sandstorm swept across the enclave on Saturday. Most of the more than…
Read MoreWhy has the US targeted Iran's Kharg Island?
The tiny island is home to one of the most critical pieces of Iran’s energy infrastructure.
Read MoreHamas urges key ally Iran to halt attacks on Gulf states
The Palestinian armed group also affirms Tehran’s right to defend itself from “aggression” by the US and Israel.
Read MoreExplosion at Amsterdam Jewish school 'a deliberate attack' says mayor
Security had been increased at Jewish public institutions following an earlier incident in Rotterdam.
Read MoreIranians react to new supreme leader's first address
People in Iran are questioning who’s really in charge after Mojtaba Khamenei’s first address came via a presenter on state…
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