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Trump blasts Democrats for trying to destroy Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. The Wall Street Journal reports on a software glitch in Google+ that went unreported. Interpol's president resigns.
Asia
Chinese Firms Now Hold Stakes In Over A Dozen European Ports
China's expansion into European ports is part of its new Maritime Silk Road, which aims to better connect the country to global commercial hubs. But this is about more than just moving cargo.
Supplies For Those Recovering From Earthquake In Indonesia Are Coming, But Slowly
As recovery from the Indonesian earthquake and tsunami stretches into a second week, more supplies are making their way to the disaster zone. But that doesn't mean the aid is reaching areas most in need.
Why Secretary Of State Pompeo's Latest Trip To Asia Was Remarkable In 2 Ways
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has spent the past few days traveling in East Asia. He left Beijing on Monday after visiting Japan, North and South Korea, and China.
A New Chinese-Funded Railway In Kenya Sparks Debt-Trap Fears
China has become the biggest lender on the African continent. The Nairobi-to-Mombasa railway is a symbol of Kenya's ambitions. But critics say China is saddling Kenya with unsustainable debt.
Interpol President Resigns; Detained In China Over Bribery Charges
Meng Hongwei's wife told journalists in Lyon — where Interpol is based — that she had received a troubling text message from her husband's phone: a knife emoji. China says he's under investigation.
Pompeo Describes Talks With North Korea's Leader As 'Productive'
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo met with North Korea's Kim Jong Un for more than two hours on Sunday. Pompeo cited progress toward an agreement in which North Korea would give up its nuclear weapons.
Pakistani Journalist Faced Court Hearing On Treason Charges
One of Pakistan's most prominent journalists, Cyril Almeida, attended a court hearing before the High Court in Lahore for a case surrounding accusations of treason and sedition.
News Brief: Supreme Court, Pompeo Trip, Missing Saudi Journalist
The confirmation fight is over, Brett Kavanaugh is the newest associate justice. U.S. Secretary of State Pompeo wrapped up his 4th visit to North Korea. And, a Saudi journalist is missing in Turkey.
Survivors Recall Deadly Earthquake And Tsunami In Indonesia
Disaster management officials put the death toll at 1,763, and their excavation has been slow, especially in areas where the quake buried whole blocks of houses. International aid has begun arriving.