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NATO Can Put Troops Wherever it Wants, New Secretary-General Says

New NATO secretary-general Jens Stoltenberg said on Sunday that the Western alliance could deploy its forces wherever it wants, apparently calling into question post-Cold War agreements that have been shaken by Russia's actions in Crimea and Ukraine.

Canadian Company Lays Out Defense Case For Its Jailed CEO

Defense lawyers for a Canadian executive sentenced to 15 years prison in Cuba on bribery and other charges released a raft of documents on Sunday seeking to bolster their case that Cy Tokmakjian was denied a fair trial.

Honduras Detains Leaders of Central American Drug Gang

Honduras has arrested two leaders of a major Central American drug gang responsible for transporting cocaine into the United States, the national police said on Sunday.

Brazil's Neves Rides Calm, Pro-Business Message Into Election Runoff

In Brazil's most unpredictable election in decades, it was the candidate with the old-school family pedigree and a calm, presidential air who turned the race upside down with a dramatic late surge.

Thai King Undergoes Surgery, PM Visits Hospital

Thailand's King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the world's longest-reigning monarch, has undergone surgery to remove his gallbladder, the palace said in a televised statement on Monday.

South Korea Wants Reunions a Priority at Upcoming Talks With North

South Korea wants to discuss the reunion of families separated by the Korean War in talks expected soon with North Korea, the South's Unification Ministry said on Monday, after a surprise high-level visit by North Korean envoys at the weekend.

Brazilian Election Day: Incumbent President Dilma Rousseff Heads into Election Day Ahead of the Polls but for How Long?

Brazilian incumbent president Dilma Rousseff heads into election day ahead of the polls but for how long?

North and South Korea: Countries in Talks but Kim Jong-un Remains Mysteriously Absent

Koreas in talks but Kim Jong-un remains mysteriously absent While North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has not been seen in public for over a month, causing rumors to swirl about his health, the spotlight has moved to the discussions between the two Koreas.

Marina Silva, Brazilian Presidential Hopeful: Her Poll Numbers Are Down and 'Avengers' Mark Ruffalo Withdraws His Support

Can Marina Silva make a quick comeback in the 2014 Brazil presidential elections? Mark Ruffalo is not supporting Silva because of her anti-gay ideals.

Mexico: Mass Grave Found Near Site of Student Disappearances

Mass grave found near site of student disappearances in Mexico A mass grave with at least 15 bodies has been found in Mexico near the site where a number of students disappeared a week ago, the Daily Mail reported.

Latest GM Recalls Cover 57,000-Plus Vehicles

General Motors Co said on Saturday it was recalling more than 57,000 vehicles in the United States for potential problems ranging from a wiring problem in the steering column to inadvertent shutdown of the engine.

German Defence Minister Wants to Revive Euro Hawk-Media Report

German Defence Minister Ursula von der Leyen wants to revive the high-altitude reconnaissance drone Euro Hawk after the government backed away from plans to buy some last year, a German newspaper said on Saturday.

African Iimmigrants Worry About Backlash From U.S. Ebola Case

In Dallas and other cities home to large populations of African immigrants, worries are abounding among many that their standing in the United States has been tainted by one Liberian man infected with Ebola being treated in Texas.

Fed-up Bulgarian Voters May Fail to End Political Deadlock

Bulgarian voters fed up with political deadlock may end up with another shaky coalition after a snap election on Sunday, leaving the European Union's poorest member struggling to resolve a banking crisis and revive growth.

'No Problem at All' For North Korea Leader Kim's Health, Says Official

A senior North Korean official on a rare visit to South Korea has denied reports that the country's young leader Kim Jong Un is ill, saying there is "no problem at all," a South Korean minister said on Sunday.

Muslims & Mecca: Saudi Arabia Bans Flights from Ebola-Affected Regions, Only Country to Do So

Saudi Arabia bans flights from Ebola-affected regions Saudi Arabia is the only country to ban flights from countries affected by Ebola amid a religious holiday.

Essex: Banksy Mural Painted Over by UK Council

Banksy mural painted over by UK council A Banksy mural was painted over by council in Clacton-on-Sea, in Essex, a week ahead of a byelection in the town, according to The Guardian.

Ebola: Blood Transfusions Seen as One of the Possible Treatments

Blood transfusions seen as one of the possible treatments for Ebola Survivors of the Ebola virus may be the key to helping stop the spread, without the presence of a drug stock.

Sweden: Woman Receives Womb Transplant and Delivers Baby

For the first time in history, a woman in Sweden delivered a baby after receiving a womb transplant.

Hong Kong Protests: Hong Kong Leader Demands Pro-Democracy Protests End by Monday

Government officials are demanding that pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong put an end to their weeklong rally by Monday.