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WTO rules China could sanction U.S. over Obama-era tariffs

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WTO rules China could sanction U.S. over Obama-era tariffs

The United States is in breach of a World Trade Organization ruling and is subject to sanctions from China unless it removes certain tariffs against Beijing, the international trade body ruled Wednesday.

Sudan military council signs long-awaited civilian power-sharing deal

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Sudan military council signs long-awaited civilian power-sharing deal

EU investigating Amazon's use of vendor data

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EU investigating Amazon's use of vendor data

Defense attorney: SFPD illegally obtained DNA in 'Rideshare Rapist' case

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Defense attorney: SFPD illegally obtained DNA in 'Rideshare Rapist' case

South Korea: Japan's export restrictions could have 'dire consequences' for global economy

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South Korea: Japan's export restrictions could have 'dire consequences' for global economy

SEOUL, July 17 (UPI) -- Japan's export restrictions to South Korea on key materials could have a major global impact on companies and consumers and may lead to dire consequences, a South Korean official said.

Sudan's ruling military, opposition sign power-sharing agreement

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Sudan's ruling military, opposition sign power-sharing agreement

July 17 (UPI) -- Sudan's ruling military council and pro-democracy opposition have signed a power-sharing agreement after months of debate over the formation of a transitional government and violent protests.

Police arrest Louisiana man for death of 75-year-old Baton Rouge community organizer

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Police arrest Louisiana man for death of 75-year-old Baton Rouge community organizer

July 17 (UPI) -- Police have arrested a Louisiana man for the killing of a 75-year-old community organizer who was found dead last week in the trunk of her car.

Eagle Scout rolls expected to drop after Mormon church ends partnership

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Eagle Scout rolls expected to drop after Mormon church ends partnership

July 17 (UPI) -- The number of Eagle Scouts in the Boy Scouts of America is expected to fall dramatically when the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ends its 105-year partnership with the organization in January.

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On This Day: Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 shot down, killing 298

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On This Day: Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 shot down, killing 298

July 17 (UPI) -- On July 17, 2014, Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 carrying 298 people was shot down over eastern Ukraine near the Russian border, killing all aboard.

22 MS-13 members charged with killing seven people, racketeering

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22 MS-13 members charged with killing seven people, racketeering

July 17 (UPI) -- A total of 22 MS-13 gang members and associates were indicted on federal charges of racketeering and murder for participating in a series of killings.

U.S. sanctions top Myanmar military leaders over 'gross human rights violations'

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U.S. sanctions top Myanmar military leaders over 'gross human rights violations'

July 17 (UPI) -- The State Department announced that it sanctioned four senior Myanmar military officials for "gross human rights violations" committed against the Rohingya people.

ACLU sues to block Trump's new sweeping asylum restrictions

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ACLU sues to block Trump's new sweeping asylum restrictions

July 16 (UPI) -- Four civil rights organizations sued the Trump administration Tuesday to block a new rule that would make most asylum seekers inadmissible from entering the United States through its southern border.

Retired Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens dies at 99

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Retired Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens dies at 99

July 16 (UPI) -- Former Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens died at the age of 99 on Tuesday.

Analyst: Japan dispute with Korea could cripple U.S. China tech policy

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Analyst: Japan dispute with Korea could cripple U.S. China tech policy

NEW YORK, July 16 (UPI) -- Japan's trade restrictions targeting South Korea could ultimately undermine U.S. policy designed to rein in Chinese technology practices.

Leana Wen out as president of Planned Parenthood due to 'philosophical differences'

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Leana Wen out as president of Planned Parenthood due to 'philosophical differences'

July 16 (UPI) -- Planned Parenthood announced the departure of President Leana Wen, who said they had engaged in negotiations about "philosophical differences" about the future of the program.

10 Turkish soldiers kidnapped off Nigerian coast

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10 Turkish soldiers kidnapped off Nigerian coast

July 16 (UPI) -- Armed men boarded a ship off the coast of Nigeria on Tuesday and kidnapped 10 Turkish sailors, a Turkish shipping company said.

House votes to condemn Trump tweets targeting congresswomen

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House votes to condemn Trump tweets targeting congresswomen

July 16 (UPI) -- The House voted Tuesday to condemn tweets in which President Donald Trump called for four congresswomen to "go back" to their original countries.

Humanity needs bold new space mission, Apollo legends agree

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Humanity needs bold new space mission, Apollo legends agree

COCOA BEACH, Fla., July 16 (UPI) -- A new, bold challenge in space exploration is needed to advance American prosperity and unite humanity with a common goal, a group of Apollo-era legends said Tuesday.

French environment minister resigns over lobster, champagne dinners

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French environment minister resigns over lobster, champagne dinners

July 16 (UPI) -- French Environment Minister Francois de Rugy resigned Tuesday after facing criticism for hosting luxurious dinners that appeared to have little to do with his former role as president of the National Assembly.

Federal judge permanently blocks inclusion of citizenship question on 2020 census

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Federal judge permanently blocks inclusion of citizenship question on 2020 census

July 16 (UPI) -- A federal judge Tuesday permanently blocked the Trump administration from adding a question about citizenship to the 2020 census.

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