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Powerful quake spares lives, but strikes at Italy's identity

Monday, 31 October 2016, 06:09 Last update: about 11 years ago Associated Press

The third powerful earthquake to hit Italy in two months spared human life Sunday but struck at the nation's identity, destroying a Benedictine cathedral, a medieval tower and other beloved landmarks...

European Union and Canada sign long-delayed trade pact

Sunday, 30 October 2016, 18:27 Last update: about 11 years ago Associated Press

The European Union and Canada signed Sunday a landmark trade pact, ending days of drama after a small Belgian region refused to endorse the agreement and deeply embarrassed the EU. As protesters...

Pope Francis tweets for Christian unity on eve of Sweden visit

Sunday, 30 October 2016, 17:43 Last update: about 11 years ago Associated Press

Pope Francis hopes that his upcoming visit to Sweden on the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation will help in uniting Christians. The pontiff, who is heading to the largely Lutheran...

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