Western officials say violence against civilians in Mali has risen in the year since hundreds of Russian mercenaries have started working alongside the West African country’s armed forces to stem a decade-long insurgency by Islamic extremists
Violence soars in Mali in the year after Russians arrive – Yahoo News
Violence soars in Mali in the year after Russians arrive Yahoo NewsView Full Coverage on Google News
Cardinal George Pell’s funeral to be held at the Vatican
The funeral for Australia’s most senior Catholic Cardinal George Pell will begin at the Vatican on Saturday.
Iran EXECUTES Brit man after accusing him of spying for MI6 after forcing a confession using torture
A BRITISH man has been executed in Iran after being accused of spying for MI6.
Alireza Akbari, who holds a dual Iranian citizenship, was allegedly tortured to force a confession.
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Over 500 Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine on 13 January
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Richard Gasquet beats Cameron Norrie in Auckland ATP final
French veteran Richard Gasquet added another milestone in a career of extraordinary longevity when he beat Cameron Norrie 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 at the ASB Classic to claim his 16th ATP Tour title.
Torres swaps with Yankees; Cortes, Holmes among 9 deals
Gleyber Torres remained headed toward a salary arbitration hearing with the New York Yankees while nine teammates reached one-year agreements Friday, including All-Star pitchers Nestor Cortes and Clay Holmes.
Russia switches to “wartime economy” in preparation for drawn-out war – Yahoo News
Russia switches to “wartime economy” in preparation for drawn-out war Yahoo News
Lisa Marie Presley to be buried alongside Elvis
Lisa Marie Presley will be buried alongside her father Elvis and son Benjamin at Graceland in Memphis.