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British home secretary to use powers to deter Britons from traveling to Syria

"The UK has a coherent, connected approach to intelligence and security and when threats appear, the world still turns to the UK for leadership, support, and action," concluded Javid's statement.

Algerians continue to protest, seeking new political system

Islamist politician expresses doubts whether it will be feasible to hold presidential election on July 4

Australian, Austrian politics and the Israel question - analysis

Israel's relations with Australia are strong, among the strongest in the world, just after the US and then Germany, and right up there with Canada.

Far-right party scandal rattles Austrian politics

Austrian Chancellor dissolved his coalition with the Freedom Party after the release of a video in which FP leader discussed state contracts in return for favors with a fake Russian oligarch's niece.

'Game of Thrones' petition reaches 1 million signatures

"David Benioff and D.B. Weiss have proven themselves to be woefully incompetent writers when they have no source material [i.e. the books] to fall back on."

Pope pays tribute journalists killed; press freedom vital

"Freedom of the press and of expression is an important indicator of the state of a country's health," the pope said.

Israeli TV show set on IDF base adapted for U.S. network

“Charlie Golf One” originated at Israel’s Yes TV network, where the Netflix hit “Fauda” aired.

In Austria, Muslim girls under 14 can no longer wear hijabs to school

The measure was put forward by chancellor Sebastian Kurz’s coalition government.

Swedish Muslim organization condemns stabbing of Jewish woman

The Malmö Muslim Network, an organization representing the majority of Muslim organizations in Malmo issued a statement against antisemitism.

Al Qaeda-linked charity helps Canadian Mosque fundraising

The Revival of Islamic Heritage Society has supported the activities of the Toronto area Abu Huraira Center

Putin: Russia is not a 'fire brigade' which 'rescues everything'

The Russian president also urged Iran not to drop out of the nuclear agreement, but added that there was only so much Russia could do.

British Airways makes Israel one of first Airbus A350 destinations

"British Airways' choice to make its Israel route one of the first lines on which the plane will operate is an expression of confidence by the company in Israel."

Israeli and Palestinian environmental peace activists present to the Pope

An Israeli, Jordanian, Palestinian and Swiss representative walk into the Vatican.

Terrorists beware of the flying Ninja Bomb

A variant of the Hellfire, the Ninja Bomb uses long blades to slice through everything in it's path.

Antisemitic, homophobic pastor banned from entering Ireland

Anderson, who is known for his antisemitic and anti-gay slurs, has been banned from entering South Africa, Botswana, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, parts of the EU and Canada.

Israeli spyware at center of WhatsApp surveillance storm

The secretive NSO Group is the developer of Pegasus, its flagship software capable of controlling and collecting information from target mobile devices.

Google Doodle honors 'Pap Smear' inventor Georgios Papanikolaou

Google Doodle's tribute was done on May 13, 2019, which would have marked Georgios Papanikolaou's 136th birthday.

NZ begins inquiry into Christchurch's mosques massacre

New Zealand's Royal Commission inquiry will look into the suspected gunman's activities, use of social media and international connections.

Theresa May should set date for her stepping down - UK lawmaker

"It would be strange for that not to result in a clear understanding (of when she will leave) at the end of the meeting," he said.

Teva at the center of a lawsuit for raising drug prices

According to the Bloomberg news agency, more than a dozen present and former executives of leading generic companies have been sued.

Zuckerberg hails French hate speech plan as EU model

"I'm encouraged and optimistic about the regulatory framework that will be put in place," Zuckerberg told reporters.

U.S. air strike kills 13 Islamic State fighters in Somalia - U.S. military

The US military has stepped up its campaign of air strikes in Somalia since President Donald Trump took office, saying it has killed more than 800 militants in two years.

North Korea fires two test missiles, U.S. confirms launches

US President Donald Trump said that "nobody is happy" at the launches, but appeared to hold the door open for more talks with North Korea.

China and India seen as Europe's last hope to save Iran deal

With Iran's economy dependent on crude exports that are traded in U.S. dollars, a promised European trade channel to bypass American sanctions has proved complicated.

Palestinian human rights activist warned of threat to his life by CIA

"If they don't want to kill me, then I'm not doing my job," el-Baghdadi wrote on Twitter.