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At least 10 killed in Montenegro shooting spree

At least 10 killed in Montenegro shooting spree

Police in Montenegro have launched a manhunt after a gunman killed at least 10 people, including two children, in a killing spree that started in a village restaurant near the southern town of Cetinje.

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Jets quarterback Rodgers ponders NFL future ahead of season finale

Jets quarterback Rodgers ponders NFL future ahead of season finale

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers acknowledged the uncertainties he's facing after the team's NFL season finale against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday, which could spell the end of his tenure in New York or even his career.

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Eagles' Barkley likely to sit out season finale, ending rushing record bid

Eagles' Barkley likely to sit out season finale, ending rushing record bid

Eagles running back Saquon Barkley will probably sit out the regular-season finale against the New York Giants on sunday, ending his pursuit of the NFL single-season rushing record, coach Nick Sirianni said Wednesday.

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Syria FM hopes first foreign visit to Saudi opens 'new, bright page'

Syria FM hopes first foreign visit to Saudi opens 'new, bright page'

Syria's top diplomat said he hoped to open a "new, bright page" with Saudi Arabia upon arriving in the kingdom Wednesday, the first foreign visit for Syria's new rulers, who seized power last month.

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Leeds and Burnley held to draws as Sunderland blunt Blades

Leeds and Burnley held to draws as Sunderland blunt Blades

English Championship leaders Leeds had to settle for a 1-1 draw with Blackburn following a frantic finish to their New Year's Day clash at Elland Road.

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At least 10 dead in Montenegro restaurant shooting: minister

At least 10 dead in Montenegro restaurant shooting: minister

A gunman killed at least 10 people, including two minors, Wednesday in a village restaurant in southern Montenegro, near the town of Cetinje, the interior minister said.

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Arteta reveals Arsenal hit by virus before vital win at Brentford

Arteta reveals Arsenal hit by virus before vital win at Brentford

Mikel Arteta has revealed Arsenal's preparations for their 3-1 win at Brentford were hampered by a virus that swept through his squad.

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Palestinian Authority suspends Al Jazeera broadcasts

Palestinian Authority suspends Al Jazeera broadcasts

The Palestinian Authority on Wednesday ordered the suspension of broadcasts by the Qatar-based Al Jazeera across the Palestinian territories, accusing the network of airing "inciting content", official media reported.

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Terrorism suspected in New Orleans truck-ramming that killed 10

Terrorism suspected in New Orleans truck-ramming that killed 10

A US citizen with an Islamic State flag and "hellbent" on carnage steered a pickup truck into a crowd of New Year revelers in New Orleans on Wednesday, killing at least 10 people and wounding more than 35, officials said.

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Terrorism suspected in New Orleans truck-ramming that kills 10, injures dozens

Terrorism suspected in New Orleans truck-ramming that kills 10, injures dozens

A US citizen with an Islamic State flag and "hellbent" on carnage slammed a pickup truck into a crowd of New Year revelers in New Orleans on Wednesday, killing at least 10 people and wounding more than 35, officials said.

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