Journalists Freed in Egypt Pardoned Before Eid al Adha
Canadian journalist Mohamed Fahmy and Egyptian Baher Mohammed are among 100 people pardoned by President Sisi on the eve of Eid al Adha. The pair, convicted for collaborating with the Muslim Brotherhood, drew international criticism and had worked for Al Jazeera English.
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Trek with migrants Day 6 in Croatia report by Kim Hjelmgaard
USA TODAY reporter Kim Hjelmgaard follows migrants on a 1500 mile Greece to Berlin journey detailing hardships for refugees and European nations. In Lam, Croatia, a bus incident left a distressed woman and aid workers tending her as migrants endure crowded travel conditions and a perilous border crossing.
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EU boosts refugee aid with 1 billion euro pledge
EU leaders agreed to provide 1 billion euros to the World Food Program and UNHCR to funnel food and housing to refugees fleeing conflicts. The plan was announced in Brussels as member states seek to manage a growing migrant crisis, with disputes over compulsory relocation remaining unresolved.
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O'Malley Eyes Debate Opening as Clinton Polls Fall
Martin O'Malley says the Las Vegas debate could launch his campaign despite trailing Clinton in recent polls. He accuses Clinton of shifting positions on Keystone XL while praising rising crowds in Iowa and noting Joe Biden and Bernie Sanders threaten the race. O'Malley argues the race remains wide open and criticizes poll-driven leadership.
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