Julie McCarthy
Stories
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World
After A Period Of Calm, Hong Kong Protests Flared Again Sunday
Protesters have written hundreds of Christmas cards for people jailed during the six-month pro-democracy protests. Dozens of protesters denied bail could remain jailed during the holidays.
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Environment
In Australia, Stubborn Fires Shroud Cities In Smoke, Char Terrain And Menace Koalas
The blazes in one state alone have consumed an area about eight times the size of Los Angeles, and other fires have erupted across Australia. Amid drought and dry months to come, it could get worse.
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World
As Hong Kong Protests Continue, Businesses And Families See Routines Disrupted
As Hong Kong prepares for another week of violent clashes between protesters and police, it's become harder for families and businesses there to go about their daily routines.
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World
Clashes Between Hong Kong Protesters And Police Intensify
Hong Kong police moved in on protesters encamped at a university. Protesters fired arrows and launched petrol bombs at the police. Police accused the protesters of murderous acts.
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Politics
News Brief: Public Impeachment Hearings Begin, Erdogan Visits White House
The public phase of the House's impeachment inquiry begins Wednesday. We look at what to expect. Also, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan visits the White House and the latest from Hong Kong.
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World
Protesters In Hong Kong Say Their Situation Is Becoming Dire
Protests have intensified in Hong Kong after one activist was shot and a pro-Beijing supporter set on fire. The protests are in their fifth month now.
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World
Allies Mark 75th Anniversary Of MacArthur Arriving In The Philippines
It was 75 years ago this month that Gen. Douglas MacArthur landed on the Philippine island of Leyte — leading to the end of the Japanese occupation there, and hastening the end of WWII.
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World
Hong Kong's 2 'Uncles' On The Front Lines
Protests in Hong Kong have seen violent escalations in recent weeks. Some older men are now entering the fray as buffers between young demonstrators and police, hoping to prevent bloodshed.
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World
In Hong Kong, Violence Escalates As Pro-Democracy Protests Continue
As China celebrates 70 years of Communist rule, pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong have taken to the streets, with reports of one protester shot by police using live ammunition.
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World
Hong Kong Protesters Demonstrate On China's Historic Anniversary
As China celebrates 70 years of communist rule, pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong have taken to the streets. They demand Beijing grant Hong Kong the autonomy they say they have long been promised.