[POLA] Franco-German fighter jet project collapses after industry dispute
The next-generation aircraft project has been scrapped due to company disagreements, dealing a blow to European security cooperation efforts.
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[POLA] Trump DOJ to denaturalize 17 US citizens in rare move
US President Donald Trump’s administration said it would strip citizenship from people convicted of crimes such as healthcare fraud, wire fraud and other unlawful conduct.
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[POLA] Pope Leo urges Spain’s church to listen to abuse victims
Leo called on Catholic clergy to develop a “culture of care” to fight the “scourge of abuse.” The pontiff also spoke to Spain’s parliament where he emphasized dignity for all people, including migrants.
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[POLA] Ebola outbreak: WHO’s Tedros visits Uganda, bordering the DRC Ituri province epicenter
The World Health Organization head is visiting Uganda, praising its “prompt and capable response” to the Ebola outbreak just across the border in DRC’s Ituri province. Uganda has logged just a few cases, mainly imported.
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[POLA] China’s Xi begins rare North Korea visit
China’s President Xi Jinping has kicked off his first visit to North Korea in seven years. It is also Xi’s first international trip this year after hosting key summits with US and Russian leaders.
Health
[POLA] Pancreatic cancer: New drug extends lives but isn’t a cure
The newly developed treatment daraxonrasib can double the years left to live for patients with pancreatic cancer — but it doesn’t cure the disease and only works if the cancer is treated early.
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[POLA] Can Xi bring North Korea closer into Beijing’s orbit?
The Chinese leader’s first trip to North Korea in 7 years comes as Pyongyang has moved closer to Russia. Kim Jong Un is likely to seek more access to China’s economic power, analysts say.
Sports
[POLA] Teacher protests in Mexico could spoil the World Cup party
Just before the opening of the World Cup, host country Mexico faces a political tug-of-war. Striking teachers have occupied the central fan zone and have pledged to continue protesting.
Science
[POLA] Depression in romantic relationships: You, me and the illness
Depression can be a huge challenge for a relationship. Loved ones of someone with depression often feel helpless. But there is actually a lot they can do ― and a lot they shouldn’t.
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[POLA] Peru: Presidential election too close to call
With over 90% of the votes counted in Peru’s runoff presidential election, right-wing conservative candidate Keiko Fujimori and left-wing politician Roberto Sanchez are in a neck-and-neck race.