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Ceuta: Madrid to transfer 500 vulnerable youths to mainland

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The student protest movement is turning its grassroots network toward improving government schools.

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Chancellor Merz has denounced a call by Israel's security minister to carry out "targeted killings" of Palestinians.

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Death by hanging and firing squad had still been possible, although had not been used for more than 20 years.

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced sanctions against the ICC president and chief prosecutor.

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US sanctions against the International Criminal Court

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German Africa Prize goes to Kenyan social entrepreneur

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Nick Kyrgios suspended after testing positive for cocaine

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The work of award-winning Indian photojournalist Smita Sharma highlights abuse and human trafficking.

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