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Britain's Prince Philip gives up license after crash: UK media
Queen Elizabeth's 97-year-old husband Prince Philip has voluntarily given up his driving license after being involved in a crash last month, the BBC quoted Buckingham Palace as saying on Saturday.
Shoplifter extortion case against Walmart, other retailers is dismissed
A federal judge dismissed a racketeering lawsuit accusing Walmart Inc and six other retailers of extortion by forcing accused shoplifters to take costly "restorative justice" classes or else be reported to the police.
Senator Warren launches 2020 campaign, sounds note of economic equality
U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren, struggling to move past criticism over her claims of Native American heritage, aimed for a fresh start on Saturday with the formal launch of her 2020 presidential campaign, saying that she is fighting for all Americans.
Sacked cardinal issues manifesto in thinly veiled attack on pope
A cardinal who was sacked from a senior Vatican post by Pope Francis has written his own "Manifesto of Faith," in the latest attack on the pontiff's authority by a leading member of the Church's conservative wing.
Country singer Dolly Parton raises laughs at charity awards gala
Dolly Parton became the first country singer to receive the MusiCares Person of the Year award on Friday, taking to the stage with jokes about hillbillies, fighting and pornography.
Exclusive: Venezuela moves to replace U.S. executives on Citgo board - sources
Venezuelan state-run oil company PDVSA is taking steps to remove at least two American executives from the board of directors of its U.S. refining subsidiary, Citgo Petroleum Corp, according to people close to the matter.
East Libyan warplanes strike near El Feel oilfield: Al Hadath TV
East Libyan forces warplanes have struck targets near the El Feel oilfield, the al Hadath TV station reported on Saturday.
U.S.-backed Syrian force to start 'final battle' against IS enclave
The U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) will start an assault on Saturday against Islamic State's last enclave in the part of Syria where the U.S.-led coalition has been supporting operations against the group, an SDF official told Reuter...
Berlinale film breaks silence over church child abuse
French director Francois Ozon described the struggles he experienced breaking the silence surrounding pedophile abuse scandals in the Catholic Church when making "By the Grace of God", about three victims who faced down the hierarchy.
Pakistani journalist critical of government seized outside home
A Pakistani journalist under scrutiny for anti-government social media posts was beaten and seized outside his home on Saturday, his son said, in the latest sign of pressure on media.
Algeria's ruling FLN picks Bouteflika as presidential candidate
Algeria's ruling party FLN has picked President Abdelaziz Bouteflika as its candidate for the April 18 presidential election, party leader Moad Bouchareb said on Saturday.
Credit Suisse investment bank won't shrink more: chairman
Credit Suisse's investment banking operation has been scaled back enough, Chairman Urs Rohner was quoted saying in a newspaper interview, underscoring the number two Swiss bank's commitment to the business.
Will Colman's Queen Anne rule the BAFTAs? 'The Favourite' leads awards race
Queen Anne costume romp "The Favourite" looks set to scoop more movie honors on Sunday as the awards season cavalcade swings into London for the BAFTAs.
SDF will attack IS Syria enclave once civilians out: official
The U.S.-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) is poised to attack the last Islamic State (IS) enclave in its area of operations once civilians still inside have been evacuated, an SDF official said.
Senator Warren seeks to quiet critics with 2020 campaign launch
U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren, struggling to move past criticism over her Native American heritage claims, will aim for a fresh start on Saturday when she formally launches her 2020 presidential campaign.
UK government scraps Seaborne Freight's no-deal ferry contract
The British government has terminated a contract with Seaborne Freight to provide extra ferries in the event of a no-deal Brexit that would see Britain leave the European Union on March 29 without a transition period to minimize economic disruption.
China condemns Indian PM Modi's visit to disputed region
China's foreign ministry on Saturday condemned Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the northeastern border state of Arunachal Pradesh, also claimed by China, saying it "resolutely opposes" activities of Indian leaders in the regi...
U.S. fund managers brace for consumer slowdown
With expectations for slowing growth escalating, U.S. fund managers are selectively avoiding stocks in consumer companies as lofty valuations, concerns about declining earnings estimates, and consumer confidence keep them on guard.
Thai king moves to block sister's 'inappropriate' candidacy for PM
Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn on Friday moved to block his elder sister's surprise bid to run for prime minister in March, calling her candidacy for a populist opposition party "inappropriate" and unconstitutional.
Thai princess says #ILoveYou to fans after king opposes her PM candidacy
The Thai princess whose stunning announcement she was running for prime minister was quickly opposed by her brother, the king, thanked her supporters on Saturday, saying she wants Thailand to be "moving forward", but she did not comment on her candid...