Ai Weiwei studio razed in Beijing amid growth of safety drive
Chinese artist Ai Weiwei says Beijing authorities began demolishing his Zuoyou studio with no notice. The northeast Beijing facility has housed his work since 2006. Ai has largely worked from Europe recently. It is unclear if the action targets him, as China has carried out vast suburb demolitions in a safety push.
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California seeks federal wildfire aid as blazes burn
Governor Jerry Brown urged President Trump to speed disaster assistance as 17 major fires devastate Northern California. Yosemite remains closed with firefighting teams 41 percent contained while evacuations and red flag warnings forewarn turbulent conditions and dangerous winds.
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U S North Korea diplomats clash at Singapore forum
At the ASEAN Regional Forum in Singapore, U S Secretary of State Pompeo pressed North Korea on sanctions while handing a letter from President Trump to Kim Jong Un. Ri Yong Ho assailed U S diplomacy, demanding confidence building and phased actions, and warned against unilateral concessions.
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Druze Protest Against Jewish Nation Law in Tel Aviv
Tens of thousands from Israel's Druze community and Jewish supporters gathered at Rabin Square in Tel Aviv to oppose a law enshrining Israel’s Jewish character and downgrading Arabic, highlighting loyalty and equality across Jewish and Arab citizens.
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Manafort Trial Highlights Gates as Key Witness
Jurors heard about Rick Gates's role in Manafort's finances as prosecutors assert Gates helped hide income and secure loans through phony documents. Accountant Cynthia Laporta testified she created a $900000 loan to mask income and reduce taxes, while Manafort's alleged offshore accounts drew scrutiny. Prosecutors expect Gates to be Mueller's star witness as they argue Manafort controlled foreign shell companies and hid assets.
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