Iceland eyes ban on circumcision for non medical reasons
Icelandic lawmakers debate a law to ban circumcision of boys for non medical reasons, risking religious freedom backlash from Jewish and Muslim communities. The measure treats circumcision as akin to female genital mutilation and could carry up to six years in prison.
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Pope urges February end to Syria violence and cease fire
Pope Francis denounces inhuman violence in Syria and backs a 30 day UN demanded cease fire to allow aid and evacuations. He led thousands in St. Peter's Square urging an immediate end to hostilities as the UN Security Council approves the resolution. In Nigeria, 110 girls remain missing after Boko Haram attack with officials saying locating efforts continue and fears grow they were abducted for marriage.
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Dana Loesch as NRA spokeswoman drives culture war entry
Dana Loesch, 39, appointed NRA spokeswoman, becomes the public face amid climate of gun debates after the Florida school shooting. She defends 5 million members, blasts media, and TV appearances frame her push to sway public opinion while NRA backs gun rights and manufacturers.
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Violence in Syria Drops as Cease-Fire Takes Effect
Amid UN cease-fire approval a day of fighting across Damascus and eastern Ghouta left at least six dead and many wounded. State media claimed army advances into Harasta and Ghouta towns while activists reported clashes on eastern Ghouta’s southern edge and airstrikes that targeted rebel-held areas. White Helmets and Ghouta residents described deteriorating conditions with civilians underground and scarce food and water.
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Calif Dems withhold endorsement in Feinstein race
At the California Democratic Party convention in San Diego, Dianne Feinstein failed to secure the party endorsement for her bid for a fifth Senate term, while Kevin de Leon also fell short of the 60 percent threshold. The split shows ongoing debates over how to counter Republicans in Washington.
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Talks Begin After 2018 Winter Olympics End
North Korea expressed willingness to hold talks with the United States as Moon Jae In and Ivanka Trump sat near Kim Yong Chol during the closing ceremony. Seoul announced that improving South North and U S relations was on the table while IOC President Bach urged unity.
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