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• Syrian army presses offensive against Islamic State
• Venezuela's Maduro entreats Latin America not to isolate him
• UK 'Remain' camp's lead narrows before EU referendum: Opinium
• Kuczynski has slim lead before Peru presidential election: Ipsos
• Puerto Rico plans commercial office in Cuba to promote trade
• Boko Haram attack in southeastern Niger kills 32 soldiers
• A sad day for George Foreman with his friend now gone
• Ali found icon status in blending politics, activism, sports
• German rider Ken Roczen wins the Thunder Valley National
• The Latest: Ali plea to free journalist was 'turning point'
• Ali coming home as 'citizen' of world for Louisville funeral
• Karine Icher ties course record with 62, leads ShopRite LPGA
• Andrade, Durant, Hamilton tied for PGA Champions Tour lead
• Ex-Puerto Rico beauty queen's mother shot to death
• Pope scraps abuse tribunal for negligent bishops
• Kinshasa rally in support of DR Congo's Kabila draws thousands
• Kinshasa, Manila and beyond, Ali enraptured fans everywhere
• France floods ease as River Seine starts to recede
• Austria defeated 2-0 by Netherlands in Euro 2016 warmup
• Giroud scores 2 as France beats Scotland 3-0 in Euro warmup
• Niger's defense ministry says Boko Haram kills 32 soldiers
• Muhammad Ali, who riveted the world as 'The Greatest,' dies
• Activist asks Brazil's interim president to pay for cleanup
• Slovakia plays Northern Ireland to 0-0 in Euro warmup
• Conclusion of Brazil subway line depends on loan approval
• Croatia beats San Marino by record 10-0 in Euro 2016 warmup
• Driver Mingay in serious but stable condition after crash
• Reaction to the death of 'The Greatest' Muhammad Ali
• Seine River peaks in Paris, top museums stay shut for days
• Bishops face sack for child abuse 'negligence': pope
• Libya unity government backed by two armed groups in the east
• Ex-Polish presidents lead anti-government march in Warsaw
• Crowdfunded beer pipeline to protect medieval city of Bruges
• Guatemala seeks international help as wildfires char north
• Kabila ally floats possibility of Congo referendum on term limits
• U.S. Navy jets in Mediterranean launch second day of raids on Islamic State targets
• Ghribi receives Olympic and world gold medals
• French Open at a glance

Syrian army presses offensive against Islamic State Posted: 04 Jun 2016 03:18 PM PDT The offensive is the third big assault on the self-proclaimed caliphate in recent days after Iraqi forces attempted to storm Falluja in central Syria and a Syrian militia advanced with U.S. support towards Manbij in the north near the Turkish border. The offensives are some of the most aggressive campaigns against Islamic State since it declared its aim to rule over all Muslims from parts of Iraq and Syria two years ago. Friday's assault saw the army reach the edge of Syria's Raqqa province after heavy Russian air strikes hit Islamic State-held territory in eastern areas of neighboring Hama province.

Venezuela's Maduro entreats Latin America not to isolate him Posted: 04 Jun 2016 12:05 PM PDT By Sarah Marsh and Nelson Acosta HAVANA (Reuters) - Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro called upon Latin America on Saturday not to give in to "brutal pressure" from the United States to isolate his government, which is battling intensifying opposition at home and abroad. The head of the Organization of American States (OAS), that Venezuela views as a pawn of U.S. policy, this week called for an emergency meeting to discuss a possible censure of the country for violating democratic norms. Meanwhile on Thursday a senior Brazilian official said Brazil may help block Venezuela from taking the rotating presidency of the Mercosur trade group this month, in a bid to prevent Maduro from strengthening his power.

UK 'Remain' camp's lead narrows before EU referendum: Opinium Posted: 04 Jun 2016 03:09 PM PDT The campaign to stop Britain voting to leave the European Union in a June 23 referendum has seen its lead shrink over the past two weeks, an online poll published by market research company Opinium showed on Saturday. The poll conducted between May 31 and June 3 showed 43 percent of people planned to vote to stay in the EU while 41 percent wanted to leave, Opinium said on its website. This was a narrower lead than the 44-40 split in Opinium's last poll for The Observer newspaper on May 21.

Kuczynski has slim lead before Peru presidential election: Ipsos Posted: 04 Jun 2016 04:12 PM PDT LIMA (Reuters) - Peruvian presidential candidate Pedro Pablo Kuczynski held a razor-thin lead over Keiko Fujimori, the daughter of a jailed former president, in an Ipsos poll seen by Reuters a day before Sunday's election. Kuczynski had 50.4 percent of valid votes in a mock voting exercise Ipsos conducted on Saturday, compared to Fujimori's 49.6 percent. The two are statistically tied as the poll had a 1.8 percentage point margin of error. (Reporting by Mitra Taj, Teresa Cespedes and Marco Aquino; Writing by Caroline Stauffer; Editing by Mary Milliken)

Puerto Rico plans commercial office in Cuba to promote trade Posted: 04 Jun 2016 02:38 PM PDT By Marc Frank HAVANA (Reuters) - Puerto Rico has taken the first steps toward opening a commercial office in Cuba, Governor Alejandro Garcia Padilla said on Saturday, on the sidelines of a Caribbean summit in Havana. Garcia Padilla is the first sitting Puerto Rican governor in history to visit Cuba, a "privilege" he said, telling journalist that local officials and the public had treated him warmly. Garcia Padilla arrived in Havana on Thursday to attend as an observer Saturday's summit of the Association of Caribbean States, which includes as members and associate members virtually all Caribbean Basin nations, as well as a number of islands that are not independent.

Boko Haram attack in southeastern Niger kills 32 soldiers Posted: 04 Jun 2016 12:04 PM PDT Thirty soldiers from Niger and two from Nigeria were killed in a Boko Haram attack by "hundreds of assailants" on Friday on the southeastern town of Bosso close to the border with Nigeria, the Niger defense ministry said on Saturday. It was the deadliest attack carried out in Niger by the Islamist group since April 2015, when at least 74 people, including 28 civilians, were killed at the Lake Chad island of Karamga. Seven others from Niger and eight from Nigeria were injured in the attack that targeted a military post, according to the ministry, which reported "several deaths" among the assailants.

A sad day for George Foreman with his friend now gone Posted: 04 Jun 2016 04:43 PM PDT They were young then and, oh, so proud. Three magnificent gladiators on a collision course with history, they fought fearlessly, battling each other on the biggest stages and in the oddest places.

Ali found icon status in blending politics, activism, sports Posted: 04 Jun 2016 04:38 PM PDT NEW YORK (AP) — During the Beatles' first visit to the United States in 1964, clever publicity agents arranged a meeting with Cassius Clay, then training for the bout that would make him heavyweight champion. The result was a memorable photo of a whooping Clay, who later changed his name to Muhammad Ali, standing astride four "knockout victims."

German rider Ken Roczen wins the Thunder Valley National Posted: 04 Jun 2016 04:27 PM PDT LAKEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Ken Roczen won the Thunder Valley National for his second victory in the first three Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship events, sweeping both 450 Class motos.

The Latest: Ali plea to free journalist was 'turning point' Posted: 04 Jun 2016 04:03 PM PDT The Latest on the death of Muhammad Ali (all times EDT):

Ali coming home as 'citizen' of world for Louisville funeral Posted: 04 Jun 2016 03:44 PM PDT LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Muhammad Ali crafted the plan for his final tribute years ago, long before he died. On Friday, his family will honor him just like he planned, with a global celebration in his hometown.

Karine Icher ties course record with 62, leads ShopRite LPGA Posted: 04 Jun 2016 03:38 PM PDT GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP, N.J. (AP) — Karine Icher matched the Bay Course record with a 9-under 62 on Saturday to take the second-round lead in the ShopRite LPGA Classic.

Andrade, Durant, Hamilton tied for PGA Champions Tour lead Posted: 04 Jun 2016 02:55 PM PDT DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Billy Andrade used a record-setting round to join a crowded leaderboard at the Wakonda Club.

Ex-Puerto Rico beauty queen's mother shot to death Posted: 04 Jun 2016 02:54 PM PDT SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — A former Puerto Rican beauty queen is calling on the public to help police find those responsible for the shooting death of her mother.

Pope scraps abuse tribunal for negligent bishops Posted: 04 Jun 2016 02:52 PM PDT VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis on Saturday scrapped his proposed tribunal to prosecute bishops who covered up for pedophile priests and instead laid out legal procedures to remove them if the Vatican finds they were negligent.

Kinshasa rally in support of DR Congo's Kabila draws thousands Posted: 04 Jun 2016 02:47 PM PDT Thousands of supporters celebrated Congolese leader Joseph Kabila's birthday with a rally in Kinshasa Saturday, at which a party supremo floated the idea of holding a referendum to extend the president's rule. The suggestion is likely to fuel opposition suspicion that Kabila, in power since his father's assassination in 2001, is preparing to remain in office beyond his two-term limit which ends in December. In a show of support for Kabila, some 5,000 people marched through the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo in a carnival-like atmosphere before gathering at a stadium to mark the leader's 45th birthday, an AFP reporter saw.

Kinshasa, Manila and beyond, Ali enraptured fans everywhere Posted: 04 Jun 2016 02:46 PM PDT CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — Muhammad Ali rumbled in the African jungle, put on a thriller in Manila, charmed them in London and taunted them in Tokyo.

France floods ease as River Seine starts to recede Posted: 04 Jun 2016 02:38 PM PDT The rain-swollen River Seine in Paris began to recede Saturday after reaching its highest level in three decades, easing fears after floods sent the Louvre and other riverside museums scrambling to protect their treasures. The record for the Seine is 8.62 metres, reached in 1910. Eleven died in the Germany states of Bavaria and Baden-Wuerttemberg, four in France, two in Romania and one in Belgium, according to an AFP compilation of official tolls and news stories.

Austria defeated 2-0 by Netherlands in Euro 2016 warmup Posted: 04 Jun 2016 02:32 PM PDT VIENNA (AP) — Austria slumped to a 2-0 loss to the Netherlands in its final warmup before the European Championship on Saturday.

Giroud scores 2 as France beats Scotland 3-0 in Euro warmup Posted: 04 Jun 2016 02:15 PM PDT METZ, France (AP) — Striker Olivier Giroud finally silenced his doubters with two more goals as France beat Scotland 3-0 in its final warmup for the European Championship on Saturday.

Niger's defense ministry says Boko Haram kills 32 soldiers Posted: 04 Jun 2016 02:07 PM PDT NIAMEY, Niger (AP) — Hundreds of Boko Haram extremists attacked a military post in Niger near the country's border with Nigeria, killing at least 32 soldiers, Niger's defense ministry said Saturday.

Muhammad Ali, who riveted the world as 'The Greatest,' dies Posted: 04 Jun 2016 02:03 PM PDT He was fast of fist and foot — lip, too — a heavyweight champion who promised to shock the world and did. He floated. He stung. Mostly he thrilled, even after the punches had taken their toll and his voice barely rose above a whisper.

Activist asks Brazil's interim president to pay for cleanup Posted: 04 Jun 2016 01:55 PM PDT RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — A leading Brazilian biologist who has fought for the cleanup of Rio de Janeiro's polluted waterways called Saturday on interim President Michael Temer to release emergency funds to pay for the dredging of toxic lagoons hugging the Olympic Park.

Slovakia plays Northern Ireland to 0-0 in Euro warmup Posted: 04 Jun 2016 01:49 PM PDT TRNAVA, Slovakia (AP) — Slovakia and Northern Ireland played to a goalless draw on Saturday in the final warmup for the maiden European Championship for both sides.

Conclusion of Brazil subway line depends on loan approval Posted: 04 Jun 2016 01:43 PM PDT RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Brazilian officials say the conclusion of a new subway line crucial for the transportation of visitors to the upcoming Rio Olympic Games depends on the federal government's approval of a $390 million loan.

Croatia beats San Marino by record 10-0 in Euro 2016 warmup Posted: 04 Jun 2016 01:32 PM PDT RIJEKA, Croatia (AP) — Croatia finished its preparations for the European Championship by dealing to San Marino 10-0 on Saturday.

Driver Mingay in serious but stable condition after crash Posted: 04 Jun 2016 01:25 PM PDT DETROIT (AP) — Australian driver Matt Mingay crashed during a trucks race at Belle Isle on Saturday, leaving him with facial injuries and in serious but stable condition.

Reaction to the death of 'The Greatest' Muhammad Ali Posted: 04 Jun 2016 01:21 PM PDT Quotes from around the world after the death of three-time heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali:

Seine River peaks in Paris, top museums stay shut for days Posted: 04 Jun 2016 01:17 PM PDT PARIS (AP) — The Seine River peaked early Saturday around Paris, hitting its highest level in nearly 35 years — almost 4.5 meters (15 feet) above average — then began a slow descent. That drew a collective sigh of relief but authorities cautioned it could take up to 10 days for the river to return to normal.

Bishops face sack for child abuse 'negligence': pope Posted: 04 Jun 2016 01:07 PM PDT Catholic bishops guilty of negligence in child abuse cases can now be dismissed from office, Pope Francis said Saturday in a move hiking pressure on the Church's hierarchy. The move was announced just two weeks after the pope came under fire for meeting a top French cardinal accused of covering up for a paedophile priest in a scandal that has shaken France's Catholic Church. The decision, which will also apply to other senior Church officials, was unveiled in a papal decree which said such cases would now fall under existing canon law allowing for prelates to be sacked for "serious reasons".

Libya unity government backed by two armed groups in the east Posted: 04 Jun 2016 12:51 PM PDT Two major armed groups in eastern Libya announced their support Saturday for the UN-backed national unity government as it struggles to establish its authority in the east of the country. The Government of National Accord (GNA), established in Tripoli more than two months ago, has been trying to unify violence-ridden Libya and exert its control over the entire North African country. Two major groups formerly loyal to Haftar, the special anti-terrorist force and a military intelligence brigade -- decided to throw their lot in with the GNA.

Ex-Polish presidents lead anti-government march in Warsaw Posted: 04 Jun 2016 12:33 PM PDT WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Poland's two former presidents led tens of thousands of marchers Saturday in Warsaw to protest the right-wing government's policies and mark 27 years since the ouster of communism.

Crowdfunded beer pipeline to protect medieval city of Bruges Posted: 04 Jun 2016 12:32 PM PDT BRUGES, Belgium (AP) — The idea may have seemed mad, but after all, the beer is called the Madman of Bruges — or Brugse Zot in Dutch.

Guatemala seeks international help as wildfires char north Posted: 04 Jun 2016 12:29 PM PDT GUATEMALA CITY (AP) — Guatemala is soliciting international financial and equipment support to battle wildfires that have already charred nearly 20,000 acres in the northern department of Peten.

Kabila ally floats possibility of Congo referendum on term limits Posted: 04 Jun 2016 12:29 PM PDT A top ally of Congolese President Joseph Kabila on Saturday raised the possibility of a constitutional referendum to alter the number of terms he can serve, defying opponents and western powers who insist Kabila should leave office this year. Term limits in Democratic Republic of Congo's 2006 constitution bar Kabila, who has ruled the central African country since 2001, from running for a third elected term in a presidential poll scheduled for November. The country's constitutional court ruled last month that Kabila would remain in office if the vote does not take place on time.

U.S. Navy jets in Mediterranean launch second day of raids on Islamic State targets Posted: 04 Jun 2016 12:25 PM PDT (Reuters) - U.S. fighter jets on Saturday launched a second day of air strikes against Islamic State targets from the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, according to a U.S. Navy official. Four strikes executed by the jets on Friday targeted a building in Syria and a cave that was hit three times, said the official, who was not authorized to speak publicly. No strikes were directed against targets in Iraq, the official said.

Ghribi receives Olympic and world gold medals Posted: 04 Jun 2016 12:23 PM PDT Radès (Tunisia) (AFP) - Tunisian long-distance runner Habiba Ghribi was officially presented on Saturday with Olympic 2012 and World 2011 3,000-metre steeplechase gold medals stripped from Russian Yuliya Zaripova for doping. The presentation came several weeks after the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) ruled in favour of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), which had challenged what it considered to be lenient sanctions handed out by the Russian Anti-doping agency (Rusada). Zaripova had fallen foul of doping rules due to anomalies in her biological passport.

French Open at a glance Posted: 04 Jun 2016 12:20 PM PDT A look at Day 14 of the French Open on Saturday:

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