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Stories from November 28, 2019

Trump in Afghanistan for surprise Thanksgiving visit

Trump in Afghanistan for surprise Thanksgiving visit

President Trump paid a surprise Thanksgiving visit to Afghanistan, where he announced the U.S. and Taliban have been engaged in ongoing peace talks and said he believes the Taliban wants a ceasefire.
by The Associated Press

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In Iraq, Iranian consulate torched and security forces fire on protesters

In Iraq, Iranian consulate torched and security forces fire on protesters

More than two dozen protesters in Iraq have been killed since Wednesday, and the worst violence has been in the country's south. It's a growing display of anger over Iran's role in Iraqi politics.
by Jackie Northam

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Here's to grown-up siblings and the ties that bind

Here's to grown-up siblings and the ties that bind

Though she and her younger brother are very different, he's the one, in a way, she knows best. Sibling relationships, in fact, are the longest-lasting family ties we have, transcending time and loss.
by Robin Marantz Henig

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East African parents call for support, not scorn, in fight against teen addiction

East African parents call for support, not scorn, in fight against teen addiction

Mothers struggling to help their children with substance abuse are often told they’re too soft on their kids. At a meeting Monday night, families and addiction experts said it’s time for the community to confront the problem and end the judgment.

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Trump angers China by signing law backing Hong Kong protesters

Trump angers China by signing law backing Hong Kong protesters

China summoned the U.S. ambassador and issued a sharp response over the legislation, which allows the U.S. to sanction individuals who violate Hong Kong residents' rights.
by Emily Feng and Alex Leff

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