Europe

Suspect In Berlin Christmas Market Attack Killed By Italian Police

12:00pm December 23, 2016

The suspect in Monday's terror attack on a Berlin street market was shot and killed by police in Milan, Italy. Twelve people died when a tractor trailer rig was driven in to a busy Christmas market.

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A body is covered with a thermal blanket after a shootout between Italian police and a man near a train station in Milan's Sesto San Giovanni neighborhood early Friday. Italy's interior minister said the man killed is "without a shadow of doubt" Anis Amri

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Suspected Berlin Attacker Shot, Killed In Milan After International Manhunt

9:25am December 23, 2016

by Mark Katkov

Italian police say during a normal ID check in a Milan suburb, a suspect pulled a handgun and fired at officers. Police returned fire and killed the man. They have identified him as Anis Amri.

On Santa Lucia Day in Sweden, it's tradition to dress as the Sicilian saint and serve coffee and lussebullar (saffron buns) in her honor.

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In Sun-Starved Sweden, Bright Yellow Saffron Spices Up Winter

7:00am December 23, 2016

by Deena Prichep

So how did these prized threads from the crocus flower end up lacing through dark northern winters? It's a story of high-value seasonings, Sicilian saints and pagan rituals.

There are 12 million Catholics in China, less than 1 percent of the population. St. Peter's Catholic Church in downtown Shanghai is one of the country's few officially approved churches.

In China's Tiny Catholic Community, Hopes Rise For Beijing-Vatican Ties

5:53am December 23, 2016

by Rob Schmitz

China and the Vatican are working to settle longstanding differences. Their efforts may pave the way for the Holy See and Beijing to work together to ordain bishops inside of China.

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New Details Emerge About Victims Of Berlin Christmas Market Attack

7:00pm December 22, 2016

by Joanna Kakissis

As the hunt for the man responsible for driving a truck into a Berlin Christmas market continues, more details are emerging about those killed and injured in the attack.

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Jolly old Santa himself. Unpictured: the sweat, pain and — possibly? — tears that went into tracing his form on the map.

Dancer, Prancer, Runner — And Artist? Holiday Cheer, Courtesy Of GPS

4:47pm December 22, 2016

by Colin Dwyer

Glancing at a map, Owen Delaney noticed a London park's fountain resembled Rudolph's big nose. So, he decided to trace the famous reindeer by tracking his run. Then he tackled other holiday favorites.

Police across Europe are on the lookout for Berlin terrorism suspect Anis Amri, seen here in an undated picture provided by Najoua Amri on Thursday.

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What We Know About Anis Amri, Suspect In Berlin Market Attack

1:28pm December 22, 2016

by Bill Chappell

The Tunisian man's fingerprints were found in the cab of the truck used in Monday's deadly rampage at a Christmas market in Berlin, German officials say.

People gather near a Turkish army tank in Istanbul on July 16, after a group within Turkey's military attempted a coup. Since then, more than 100,000 people been detained, fired or suspended from their jobs on suspicion of sympathizing with or aiding the

Fearing Arrest At Home, Turkish Military Officers Seek Asylum In U.S.

12:09pm December 22, 2016

by Tom Bowman

The officers, posted to the U.S. on exchange tours, are stranded after a July coup attempt in Turkey that has led to deep purges. They risk prison if they go home. Washington is in a tough position.

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Row upon row of marzipan trumpets at the Mazapanes Manzanero bakery in San Martin de Pusa, located about 75 miles south of Madrid. Marzipan is a highlight of the Spanish holiday season, and many say the best versions are made in convents and small bakerie

Marzipan, The Sweet Taste Of The Holidays In Madrid

11:58am December 22, 2016

by Margarita Gokun Silver

One legend has it that marzipan emerged during an epic 13th-century Spanish battle. Today, it is a highlight of the holiday season. And the best stuff comes from convents and small family bakeries.

Does Santa Claus Have Political Leanings?

8:56am December 22, 2016

A YouGov survey conducted in Britain says most of the British public thinks Santa Claus would have voted to stay in the EU. They also think Santa would have voted third party in the U.S. election.

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