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Latest bodies found in Pompeii ruins show deaths weren’t all caused by Vesuvius, researchers say
Two skeletons discovered at the ancient Roman city of Pompeii give more clarity on the tragedy that ensued 2,000 years ago after Vesuvius erupted.
Russia says US vet was killed in Bakhmut; Ukraine thwarts missile attack on Kyiv: Updates
Russia says a former U.S. Army Special Forces soldier from Boise, Idaho, has been killed in Bakhmut. Live Ukraine updates.
Angry herders spear, kill 11 lions in Kenya, including Loonkiito, one of nation’s oldest
Herders in Kenya have killed 11 lions this past week, including the country’s oldest wild lion as officials express concern.
Mercenary leader mocks report saying he may be engaged in ‘treasonous betrayal’: Live updates
The founder of Russian Wagner mercenary group may have offered to reveal Russian troop positions in exchange for Ukraine’s retreat from Bakhmut.
Why Turkey’s tight election race resonates far beyond its borders
A runoff between President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his main rival, Kemal Kilicdaroglu, will take place on May 28. Here’s why the outcome matters to the world.
Ukraine intent on liberating its territory, not attacking Russia, Zelenskyy says: Live updates
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is offering assurances the fight with Russia will stay within his country’s borders. Live updates.
Rocket fire, missile attacks: How a hunger strike caused new Israeli-Palestinian violence
Israeli-Palestinian violence flares as part of what appears to be the worst bout of fighting in months. Here’s why it’s happening now.
More than 100 years later: WWI soldier who disappeared in 1917 buried in Belgium
Malcolm, from Stockton-on-Tees in the United Kingdom, went missing at the age of 23 in 1917. His remains were recovered in 2019.
‘Worst predicted scenario’: Some Russians soldiers flee Bakhmut as Ukraine makes gains. Live updates
Russia’s Wagner mercenary group in war-battered Bakhmut was under pressure Thursday after some Russian regulars fled their positions. Updates.