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• Russia warns Turkey over Aegean warship incident
• How the world learned its lesson and got a climate deal
• Merkel dismisses U.S. request for more military help against Islamic State
• Dozens die in strikes on Syrian school district, other areas
• U.S. 'shocked' at Hungarian plans to honor WW2 anti-Semite
• Powers back unity government in Libya to deter Islamic State
• Japan survey: Business sentiment stable, but outlook weaker
• French far right collapses in regional runoff elections
• Sri Lanka makes 224-6 by lunch on day 5 against New Zealand
• New Zealand on verge of Sri Lanka Test victory
• Atletico pulls level with Barca, Arsenal leads EPL overnight
• Cuban migrant crisis on agenda as Costa Rican president visits Havana
• Typhoon Melor intensifies, threatens central Philippines
• Juventus beats Fiorentina 3-1 as title defense gathers pace
• Sporting wins to keep lead, fog suspends Porto's match
• Officer questioned in shooting of Palestinian assailant
• French far-right fails to win any regions in upset for Le Pen
• South Africa's Pravin Gordhan to be sworn in as finance minister on Monday
• In U-turn, South Africa's Zuma restores Gordhan to finance ministry
• Bournemouth wins over Chelsea, Man United cap stunning rise
• Marlon Samuels of West Indies gets 1-year bowling ban
• French far-right fails to win a single region in elections
• Unbeaten PSG routs Lyon 5-1 to move 17 points clear
• Brazil impeachment protests thinner but still determined
• Mexico: Mayor detained along with suspected narco released
• Lanny and Tucker Wadkins win Father/Son Challenge
• US warns citizens to leave Burundi after fighting flares
• Thousands in Brazil rally to demand president's impeachment
• Atletico pulls even with Barca at top of Liga, Madrid loses
• Puerto Rican Kendo Kaponi faces domestic violence complaint
• Brazilians take to streets to demand Rousseff's impeachment
• The Latest: Early results show conservatives win French vote
• Hungary 'anti-Semitic' statue plan sparks protests
• Woman's life-long struggle leads to Saudi council seat
• Olympiakos beats Panetolikos 1-0, keeps perfect record
• Marine Le Pen: fiery but pragmatic, and defiant in defeat
• France's Le Pen says far-right rise unstoppable despite defeat
• France's Sarkozy says strong FN vote a 'warning' to all politicians
• French PM Valls says FN wins no region, but danger still there
• 'Proud' women win seats in historic Saudi vote

Russia warns Turkey over Aegean warship incident Posted: 13 Dec 2015 08:10 AM PST By Katya Golubkova MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia on Sunday warned Turkey to stop staging what it called provocations against its forces in or near Syria after one of its warships fired warning shots at a Turkish vessel in the Aegean to avoid a collision. The Russian Defence Ministry said one of its warships, the destroyer Smetlivy, had been forced to fire the warning shots on Sunday morning and that it had summoned the Turkish military attache over the incident. "The Turkish military diplomat was given a tough explanation about the potentially disastrous consequences from Ankara's reckless actions towards Russia's military contingent fighting against international terrorism in Syria," the Defence Ministry said in a statement.

How the world learned its lesson and got a climate deal Posted: 13 Dec 2015 10:11 AM PST By Richard Valdmanis and Emmanuel Jarry PARIS (Reuters) - It was an agreement born from a fear of failure, delivered by the smoothness of French diplomacy. Six years earlier, countries had bitterly walked away from global climate talks in Copenhagen without a deal. The decision to reassemble in Paris to try again at getting almost 200 countries to sign a pact on cutting carbon emissions was a gamble: another collapse could the end world's ability to forge a common approach to dealing with climate change.

Merkel dismisses U.S. request for more military help against Islamic State Posted: 13 Dec 2015 12:22 PM PST Chancellor Angela Merkel on Sunday brushed off what a Germany magazine said was a request from the United States to provide more military help in the fight against Islamic State. "I believe Germany is fulfilling its part and we don't need to talk about new issues related to this question at the moment," Merkel told the ZDF broadcaster when asked about the Der Spiegel magazine report of the U.S. request. Der Spiegel reported on Saturday that U.S. Defense Secretary Ashton Carter had sent a letter asking for a bigger military contribution from Germany, a week after parliament approved a plan to join the campaign in Syria.

Dozens die in strikes on Syrian school district, other areas Posted: 13 Dec 2015 07:31 AM PST Intense air and missile strikes on a school district and other areas in insurgent-held Damascus suburbs killed dozens of people on Sunday, including children, a monitoring group and local rescue workers said. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said unidentified war planes hit the town of Douma, 10 miles (15 km) northeast of the capital, and surface-to-surface missiles fired by the Syrian army also hit the surrounding areas, including Eastern Ghouta. The strikes killed at least two children and a school principal, it said.

U.S. 'shocked' at Hungarian plans to honor WW2 anti-Semite Posted: 13 Dec 2015 11:29 AM PST By Marton Dunai SZEKESFEHERVAR, Hungary (Reuters) - A U.S. envoy said on Sunday Washington was shocked by plans to erect a statue of Balint Homan, who contributed to murderous anti-Semitism in Hungary in the 1930s and 40s. "From the U.S. government perspective we feel very strongly that history and the damage that this man did to Hungarian citizens who happened to be Jewish cannot be ignored, and to put up that statue seems incomprehensible," Ira Forman, special envoy against anti-Semitism, told Reuters. Hungary's Jewish community has called on the right-wing government of Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Fidesz party to block the statue.

Powers back unity government in Libya to deter Islamic State Posted: 13 Dec 2015 01:40 PM PST By Lesley Wroughton and Steve Scherer ROME (Reuters) - Global powers on Sunday backed the formation of a national unity government in Libya, pledging economic and security support to help stabilize the chaotic North African country where Islamic State militants have a foothold. U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Italian counterpart Paolo Gentiloni, joined by U.N. envoy Martin Kobler, were optimistic that the majority of the representatives of Libya's two rival governments would sign a unity deal on Dec. 16.

Japan survey: Business sentiment stable, but outlook weaker Posted: 13 Dec 2015 04:34 PM PST TOKYO (AP) — A survey by Japan's central bank says sentiment among big Japanese manufacturers is steady, though companies in all sectors expect conditions to deteriorate in the coming months.

French far right collapses in regional runoff elections Posted: 13 Dec 2015 04:32 PM PST PARIS (AP) — Marine Le Pen's far-right National Front collapsed in French regional elections Sunday, failing to take a single region after dominating the first round of voting, pollsters projected. The conservatives surged against the governing Socialists, changing the political map of France.

Sri Lanka makes 224-6 by lunch on day 5 against New Zealand Posted: 13 Dec 2015 04:25 PM PST DUNEDIN, New Zealand (AP) — New Zealand made a crucial double breakthrough before lunch Monday on the final day of the first test against Sri Lanka, dismissing Dinesh Chandimal and Angelo Mathews in quick succession to move within four wickets of victory.

New Zealand on verge of Sri Lanka Test victory Posted: 13 Dec 2015 04:14 PM PST A 17-ball burst saw New Zealand close in on victory Monday in the first Test against Sri Lanka with the removal of the last experienced batsmen Dinesh Chandimal and Angelo Mathews. At lunch in Dunedin, Sri Lanka were 224 for 6, requiring a further 181 runs with two sessions remaining on the final day to reach their 405-run target. At the crease were Milinda Siriwardana, in only his third Test, who is on 18 with Rangana Herath yet to score.

Atletico pulls level with Barca, Arsenal leads EPL overnight Posted: 13 Dec 2015 04:09 PM PST Atletico Madrid is back in the thick of the title hunt in the Spanish league after pulling level with leader Barcelona on Sunday.

Cuban migrant crisis on agenda as Costa Rican president visits Havana Posted: 13 Dec 2015 04:01 PM PST President Luis Guillermo Solis confirmed the issue would be part of his talks with Cuban counterpart Raul Castro but offered few other details on the two-day trip. "The issue is on the agenda," Solis said at the Cuban capital's Jose Marti International Airport. The growing flow of Cuban migrants through Central America became choked last month when Costa Rica dismantled a people-smuggling ring and Nicaragua, a Cuban ally, closed its border to them.

Typhoon Melor intensifies, threatens central Philippines Posted: 13 Dec 2015 03:55 PM PST Authorities shut schools and suspended fishing and ferry services in the central Philippines on Monday as a category 3 typhoon barreled along the eastern seaboard, dumping heavy rains that could cause flooding and landslides. The weather bureau said typhoon Melor, known locally as Nona, was about 205 km (130 miles) east of Samar island and had intensified from a category 2 storm overnight, with winds of up to 150 kph (95 mph) at its center. It was plotting a similar path to Haiyan, a category 5 typhoon that struck the central Philippines in 2013.

Juventus beats Fiorentina 3-1 as title defense gathers pace Posted: 13 Dec 2015 03:40 PM PST MILAN (AP) — Juan Cuadrado scored against his former club to help Juventus beat Fiorentina 3-1 in Serie A on Sunday, as the Turin club's title challenge gathered pace.

Sporting wins to keep lead, fog suspends Porto's match Posted: 13 Dec 2015 03:32 PM PST LISBON, Portugal (AP) — Sporting Lisbon beat Moreirense 3-1 to provisionally extend its lead in the Portuguese league after second-place FC Porto's game was suspended due to fog on Sunday.

Officer questioned in shooting of Palestinian assailant Posted: 13 Dec 2015 03:30 PM PST JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli authorities on Sunday said they have opened an investigation into the actions of a police officer who fatally shot a 16-year-old Palestinian girl during a stabbing attack in Jerusalem last month.

French far-right fails to win any regions in upset for Le Pen Posted: 13 Dec 2015 03:29 PM PST By Ingrid Melander and Michel Rose PARIS (Reuters) - Marine Le Pen's far-right National Front did not win any region in French elections on Sunday, in a setback to her hopes of being a serious presidential contender in 2017. The regional election run-off, in which the conservatives won seven constituencies and the Socialists five, was no real victory for either of these two mainstream parties, shaken by the far-right's growing appeal to disillusioned voters. Boosted by fears about security and immigration after the Islamist militant attacks in Paris a month ago that killed 130 people, the National Front (FN) had won more votes than any other party nationally in last week's first round.

South Africa's Pravin Gordhan to be sworn in as finance minister on Monday Posted: 13 Dec 2015 03:28 PM PST JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - South Africa's incoming finance minister Pravin Gordhan will be sworn in at 0800 GMT on Monday, he told Reuters on Sunday, after President Jacob Zuma restored him to the post he held until 2014. "I'm not in the job yet. Not until I'm sworn in tomorrow morning at 10 a.m." local time, he told Reuters. Gordhan said a news conference was scheduled for 1000 GMT on Monday after his swearing in. (Reporting by Ed Cropley; Editing by Jon Boyle)

In U-turn, South Africa's Zuma restores Gordhan to finance ministry Posted: 13 Dec 2015 03:28 PM PST By Tiisetso Motsoeneng and Mfuneko Toyana JOHANNESBURG (Reuters) - President Jacob Zuma appointed Pravin Gordhan as finance minister on Sunday, in a dramatic U-turn that gave South Africa its third finance chief in a week after a selling frenzy in the markets. "This is reckless by President Zuma, he is playing Russian roulette with the South African economy," opposition Democratic Alliance leader Mmusi Maimane said. Zuma sacked Nhlanhla Nene from the ministry late on Wednesday, sparking a wave of criticism and financial turmoil, and replaced him with the relatively unknown lawmaker David van Rooyen.

Bournemouth wins over Chelsea, Man United cap stunning rise Posted: 13 Dec 2015 03:27 PM PST LONDON (AP) — There's an aspect to Bournemouth's Premier League debut that provides a perfect snapshot of this unpredictable season.

Marlon Samuels of West Indies gets 1-year bowling ban Posted: 13 Dec 2015 03:26 PM PST DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — West Indies all-rounder Marlon Samuels has been banned from bowling for 12 months after he was found to have used an illegal bowling action for the second time in two years.

French far-right fails to win a single region in elections Posted: 13 Dec 2015 03:25 PM PST France's far-right National Front (FN) failed to win a single region in elections Sunday despite record results in the first round, as voters flocked to traditional parties to keep them out of power. With presidential elections due in 2017, the anti-immigration FN had hoped the regional polls would act as a springboard for leader Marine Le Pen. The FN had topped the vote in six of 13 regions on December 6, propelled by anger over the struggling economy and fears created by last month's jihadist attacks in Paris that left 130 dead.

Unbeaten PSG routs Lyon 5-1 to move 17 points clear Posted: 13 Dec 2015 03:21 PM PST PARIS (AP) — Zlatan Ibrahimovic scored twice as Paris Saint-Germain beat Lyon 5-1 to open up a 17-point lead at the top of the French league on Sunday, glossing over yet another blunder from goalkeeper Kevin Trapp.

Brazil impeachment protests thinner but still determined Posted: 13 Dec 2015 03:19 PM PST Thousands of Brazilians took to the streets Sunday to demand that embattled President Dilma Rousseff -- facing a weak economy and calls for her impeachment -- be removed from office. "Time has shown that Dilma is unable to govern. Just days ago, pro-Rousseff and opposition deputies pushed and screamed during voting to form an impeachment commission.

Mexico: Mayor detained along with suspected narco released Posted: 13 Dec 2015 03:12 PM PST MEXICO CITY (AP) — Authorities in southern Mexico have freed a mayor who was detained more than a month ago in the company of an alleged leader of a drug gang linked to the disappearance of 43 students.

Lanny and Tucker Wadkins win Father/Son Challenge Posted: 13 Dec 2015 02:56 PM PST ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — Lanny and Tucker Wadkins won the PNC Father/Son Challenge on Sunday with an eagle on the first hole of a four-team playoff.

US warns citizens to leave Burundi after fighting flares Posted: 13 Dec 2015 02:36 PM PST The United States on Sunday ordered non-emergency US government personnel and dependents to leave violence-torn Burundi and warned other Americans to get out "as soon as it is feasible to do so". The State Department warning followed some of the worst violence in months of political unrest in the capital Bujumbura on Friday that left nearly 90 people dead. "The US Department of State warns US citizens against all travel to Burundi and recommends that US citizens currently in Burundi depart as soon as it is feasible to do so," it said in a statement.

Thousands in Brazil rally to demand president's impeachment Posted: 13 Dec 2015 02:28 PM PST RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Thousands of Brazilians marched Sunday to demand that Congress impeach President Dilma Rousseff, whose government is plagued by an overwhelming corruption scandal and a dismal economy.

Atletico pulls even with Barca at top of Liga, Madrid loses Posted: 13 Dec 2015 02:14 PM PST BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Real Madrid lost 1-0 at Villarreal to fall five points behind the Spanish league's two frontrunners on Sunday, after Atletico Madrid pulled level with leader Barcelona by fighting back to win 2-1 against Athletic Bilbao.

Puerto Rican Kendo Kaponi faces domestic violence complaint Posted: 13 Dec 2015 02:00 PM PST SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Police are investigating a domestic violence complaint against the Puerto Rican urban music artist known as Kendo Kaponi.

Brazilians take to streets to demand Rousseff's impeachment Posted: 13 Dec 2015 01:51 PM PST By Caroline Stauffer SAO PAULO (Reuters) - Tens of thousands of Brazilians took to the streets on Sunday to demand President Dilma Rousseff's ouster, but the first nationwide protests since formal impeachment proceedings began were smaller than similar events earlier this year. Pollster Datafolha said 40,000 people turned out in Brazil's largest city of Sao Paulo, down from 135,000 in an August protest and 210,000 in March. "This is just a warm-up, there will be a huge mobilization in January," said Paloma Morena, a 35-year-old scientist on Sao Paulo's most famous street, Avenida Paulista, where protesters carried blow-up caricatures of Rousseff and her predecessor, Luíz Inácio Lula da Silva, dressed in prison uniforms.

The Latest: Early results show conservatives win French vote Posted: 13 Dec 2015 01:47 PM PST PARIS (AP) — The latest about France's regional elections. All times local.

Hungary 'anti-Semitic' statue plan sparks protests Posted: 13 Dec 2015 01:44 PM PST Székesfehérvár (Hungary) (AFP) - Several hundred people including a US envoy joined a protest Sunday organised by Jewish groups in Hungary against a planned statue of a World War II-era politician who had held anti-Semitic views.

Woman's life-long struggle leads to Saudi council seat Posted: 13 Dec 2015 01:44 PM PST Her uncle told her not to do it, but Salma bint Hizab al-Oteibi ignored his advice and ran for election. On Sunday she became the first woman to be declared the winner of a municipal council seat in the male-dominated Gulf kingdom of Saudi Arabia. "My whole life has been a struggle," said Oteibi, from the small bedouin town of Mudrika outside the holy city of Mecca.

Olympiakos beats Panetolikos 1-0, keeps perfect record Posted: 13 Dec 2015 01:40 PM PST ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Olympiakos beat 10-man Panetolikos 1-0 at home on Sunday, extending its record winning streak in the Greek league to 13 matches.

Marine Le Pen: fiery but pragmatic, and defiant in defeat Posted: 13 Dec 2015 01:22 PM PST A fiery orator but also a pragmatist, Marine Le Pen has steered France's far-right National Front (FN) from pariah status into the mainstream. Despite her party's defeat in regional elections on Sunday, she sounded a typically defiant and vitriolic note, lashing out at the traditional parties for teaming up against her and vowing to press on. The first round of the regional elections had given the anti-immigration FN the highest share of the vote, bolstering Le Pen's claim to lead "the first party of France".

France's Le Pen says far-right rise unstoppable despite defeat Posted: 13 Dec 2015 01:19 PM PST The far-right's rise in France is unstoppable, National Front leader Marine Le Pen told supporters after exit polls showed her party won no region in election run-offs, suffering a major disappointment after topping the votes in the first round. Le Pen said the result would not discourage the "inexorable rise, election after election, of a national movement" behind her party.

France's Sarkozy says strong FN vote a 'warning' to all politicians Posted: 13 Dec 2015 01:19 PM PST The far-right National Front's high score in regional elections should be a warning to all mainstream politicians, former French President Nicolas Sarkozy said on Sunday after exit polls showed the FN had failed to win any regions. "This mobilization in favor of our candidates should in no way let us forget the warning sent to all politicians, ourselves included, in the first round," he said.

French PM Valls says FN wins no region, but danger still there Posted: 13 Dec 2015 01:19 PM PST PARIS (Reuters) - French Prime Minister Manuel Valls said the far-right National Front failed to win any region in local elections on Sunday but added that the anti-immigrant party's high score should force the government to listen. "Tonight, there is no place for relief or triumphalism," Valls said. "The danger posed by the far-right has not gone away, far from it." He was speaking after exit polls showed the far-right National Front had lost election run-offs in at least three key regions, despite topping last week's first round. (Reporting by Michel Rose; Editing by Ingrid Melander)

'Proud' women win seats in historic Saudi vote Posted: 13 Dec 2015 01:19 PM PST At least 14 women won municipal council seats in Saudi Arabia's first ever election open to female voters and candidates, officials said Sunday, far exceeding expectations in the ultra-conservative kingdom. Honestly, we weren't expecting anyone to win," said Sahar Hassan Nasief, a women's rights activist in the Red Sea city of Jeddah. "We need more," said Aljazi al-Hossaini, who was defeated in Diriyah on the edge of Riyadh, where three women won seats, according to Saudi news channel Al-Ekhbaria.

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