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• British lawmaker Cox was killed because of her political views: husband
• U.S. in new talks with Venezuela amid worsening crisis
• EU agrees extending Russia economic sanctions, formal decision pending: sources
• North Korea fires second missile after first launch fails: South Korea
• Kerry meets authors of dissenting cable on U.S. Syria policy
• Japan upper house poll campaign begins, Abe's ruling bloc leads
• Top Asian News 12:30 a.m. GMT
• Mexico town buries dead after clash between teachers, police
• Beckerman, Zusi, Wondolowski start for US vs Argentina
• Prosecutors urge court to reject ex-Russian soldier's appeal
• The Latest: Plane lands at South Pole for medical rescue
• IAPA: Threats to journalists, media raise concern in Bolivia
• In Utah speech, Dalai Lama says actions spread compassion
• North Korea fires another intermediate-range missile: South Korea
• North Korea missile launch appears to have failed: U.S. official
• Japan government says to protest North Korea missile launch: Kyodo
• Serena battles rivals, self-doubt at Wimbledon
• France expels Russian football fan leader for second time
• Top U.S. regulators discuss possibility of Britain leaving EU: Treasury
• FBI: Indianapolis-area teen tried to join Islamic State
• South Korea says North Korea fires another suspected mid-range missile, its second in a day
• El Salvador says police lent gangs ammo, uniforms, vehicles
• UN presses South Sudan leaders to hold camp attackers responsible
• Jury gets peek at making of Led Zeppelin's epic 'Stairway'
• Duterte asks US on sea feud with China, 'Are you with us?'
• Plane lands at South Pole in daring winter medical rescue
• Gomez stakes claim to be Germany's main striker at Euro 2016
• Top US diplomat meets with Venezuelan officials amid crisis
• The Latest: France expels Russian fan group leader Shprygin
• After difficult months in China, Yilmaz shines for Turkey
• Led Zeppelin singer tells jury he composed 'Stairway'
• Rivals clash in heated final Brexit showdown
• Puerto Rico hit with lawsuit as key debt negotiations stall
• Ryanair warns of two to three-year downturn if Britain leaves the EU
• Boeing says it signs historic sales agreement with Iran Air
• UK newspaper Daily Mirror backs 'Remain' in EU referendum
• PM Cameron says Britain's EU referendum is 'very close': Financial Times
• Assange lawyer says Sweden should recognize UN opinion

British lawmaker Cox was killed because of her political views: husband Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:53 PM PDT By Michael Holden and Kylie MacLellan LONDON (Reuters) - Lawmaker Jo Cox, who was shot and stabbed a week before Britain's referendum on European Union membership, died because of her political views and had been deeply troubled by the tone of the campaign, her husband said on Tuesday. Prime Minister David Cameron appealed to voters across the generation gap to back staying in the EU, two days before a closely fought referendum that will shape the future of Europe. The campaign to leave the EU has echoes of populist movements across Europe and in the United States.

U.S. in new talks with Venezuela amid worsening crisis Posted: 21 Jun 2016 02:16 PM PDT By Girish Gupta and Lesley Wroughton CARACAS/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. government sent veteran diplomat Tom Shannon to Venezuela on Tuesday to meet senior opposition and government figures amid a brutal economic crisis and political impasse in the South American OPEC nation. Socialist-run Venezuela has for years had tumultuous relations with Washington, and a similar rapprochement led by Shannon stalled last year over the jailing of opposition leader Leopoldo Lopez. Despite a harsh exchange of words at a summit in the Dominican Republic last week, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Venezuelan Foreign Minister Delcy Rodriguez agreed to re-start talks in an effort to reduce tensions.

EU agrees extending Russia economic sanctions, formal decision pending: sources Posted: 21 Jun 2016 03:40 PM PDT By Gabriela Baczynska and Alastair Macdonald BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Union's Brussels envoys agreed on Tuesday to extend until the end of January the energy, financial and defense sanctions on Russia over the conflict in Ukraine, but formal approval is still pending, diplomatic sources said. After more than two years of sanctions imposed over Moscow's annexation of Crimea from Kiev and a pro-Russian insurrection in eastern Ukraine, more EU politicians are now urging a softer stance toward Russia, a key trade partner and energy provider.

North Korea fires second missile after first launch fails: South Korea Posted: 21 Jun 2016 05:06 PM PDT By Ju-min Park SEOUL (Reuters) - North Korea launched what appeared to be a second intermediate-range Musudan missile on Wednesday morning after another launch hours earlier failed, South Korea's military said. The launches were in continued defiance of international warnings and a series of U.N. Security Council resolutions that ban the North from using ballistic missile technology, which Pyongyang rejects as an infringement of its sovereignty. Japan said after the first launch that it would protest strongly because it violated a United Nations resolution, Kyodo news agency reported, citing a government statement.

Kerry meets authors of dissenting cable on U.S. Syria policy Posted: 21 Jun 2016 03:31 PM PDT U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry met on Tuesday with about 10 of the 51 State Department officials who last week wrote a cable disagreeing with U.S. policy toward Syria and arguing for "a more militarily assertive U.S. role." Multiple U.S. officials have said they do not expect the memo, conveyed through the State Department's relatively rarely used "dissent channel," a conduit for voicing contrary views, to change U.S. President Barack Obama's policy. In the cable, the diplomats call for military strikes against President Bashar al-Assad's government to stop its persistent violations of a civil war ceasefire Obama's policy toward Syria, where a civil war has burned for more than five years, has been predicated on the goal of avoiding deeper military entanglements in the Middle East, and has been widely criticized as hesitant and risk-averse.

Japan upper house poll campaign begins, Abe's ruling bloc leads Posted: 21 Jun 2016 03:07 PM PDT By Linda Sieg TOKYO (Reuters) - Campaigning for an election to Japan's upper house of parliament begins on Wednesday, as surveys give Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's ruling bloc the lead, despite doubts about his growth policies and desire to revise the post-war pacifist constitution. Abe's coalition is in no danger of losing power in the election but he needs a solid win to keep his Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) lawmakers in line and perhaps stay on another three years after his tenure as LDP president expires in 2018. Abe is casting the July 10 election for half the seats in the 242-member chamber as a referendum on his decision to delay a planned hike in an unpopular sales tax and his "Abenomics" recipe of hyper-easy monetary policy, spending and reform.

Top Asian News 12:30 a.m. GMT Posted: 21 Jun 2016 05:30 PM PDT SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — In a remarkable show of persistence, North Korea on Wednesday fired two suspected powerful new Musudan mid-range missiles, U.S. and South Korean military officials said, but at least one of the launches apparently failed, Pyongyang's fifth such reported flop since April. Despite the repeated failures, the North's determination in testing the Musudan worries Washington and its allies, Tokyo and Seoul, because the missile's potential 3,500-kilometer (2,180-mile) range could target much of Asia and the Pacific, including U.S. military bases there. Each new test — apparently linked to a command from North Korean leader Kim Jong Un — also likely provides valuable insights to the North's scientists and military officials as they push toward their goal of a nuclear and missile program that can threaten the U.S.

Mexico town buries dead after clash between teachers, police Posted: 21 Jun 2016 05:29 PM PDT NOCHIXTLAN, Mexico (AP) — A small town in southern Mexico buried three of its own Tuesday, two days after a clash between police and protesters left eight dead.

Beckerman, Zusi, Wondolowski start for US vs Argentina Posted: 21 Jun 2016 05:24 PM PDT HOUSTON (AP) — Midfielders Kyle Beckerman and Graham Zusi were inserted in the U.S. lineup along with forward Chris Wondolowski for Tuesday night's Copa America semifinal against top-ranked Argentina.

Prosecutors urge court to reject ex-Russian soldier's appeal Posted: 21 Jun 2016 05:19 PM PDT RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Prosecutors are urging a federal court to deny an appeal by a former Russian military tank commander convicted of leading a Taliban attack on U.S. forces.

The Latest: Plane lands at South Pole for medical rescue Posted: 21 Jun 2016 05:09 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — The Latest on efforts to rescue sick worker from U.S. science station at South Pole (all times EDT):

IAPA: Threats to journalists, media raise concern in Bolivia Posted: 21 Jun 2016 05:08 PM PDT LA PAZ, Bolivia (AP) — The Inter American Press Association on Tuesday condemned recent comments by Bolivian government officials seen as threats against journalists and attempts to publicly discredit the media in the South American nation.

In Utah speech, Dalai Lama says actions spread compassion Posted: 21 Jun 2016 05:07 PM PDT SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The Dalai Lama delivered his message of peace and compassion Tuesday to thousands of people during a visit to Utah that included a luncheon with the governor and a planned meeting with senior Mormon leaders.

North Korea fires another intermediate-range missile: South Korea Posted: 21 Jun 2016 05:06 PM PDT North Korea fired a second missile on Wednesday that appears to be an intermediate-range Musudan, South Korea's military said, after South Korean and U.S. officials said an earlier launch had failed. The South Korean and U.S. officials said the earlier launch that failed was also likely a Musudan launched from North Korea's east coast.

North Korea missile launch appears to have failed: U.S. official Posted: 21 Jun 2016 05:06 PM PDT WASHINGTON (Reuters) - North Korea's latest missile launch appears to have failed in flight over the Sea of Japan, according to initial information following the event, a U.S. official said on Tuesday. The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the missile was likely an intermediate-range Musudan. (Reporting by Phil Stewart, editing by G Crosse)

Japan government says to protest North Korea missile launch: Kyodo Posted: 21 Jun 2016 05:06 PM PDT TOKYO (Reuters) - A North Korean missile launch on Wednesday violated a United Nations resolution and the Japanese government will strongly protest, Kyodo news agency quoted a Japanese government statement as saying. Japanese Defense Minister Gen Nakatani told reporters after the launch that there had been no effect on Japan's security and that the government would continue to collect and analyze information. A U.S. official said previously the missile launch appeared to have failed in flight over the Sea of Japan. (Reporting by Linda Sieg, editing by G Crosse)

Serena battles rivals, self-doubt at Wimbledon Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:54 PM PDT Serena Williams finds herself under seige from revitalised rivals and an army of doubters as the defending champion starts her bid for a seventh Wimbledon title and a record-equalling 22nd Grand Slam crown. Since she walked off Wimbledon's Centre Court cradling the Venus Rosewater Dish awarded to the women's champion nearly 12 months ago, Williams has found herself engaged in a losing battle with the history books. In the aftermath of that chastening September day in New York, Williams has appeared a more vulnerable figure.

France expels Russian football fan leader for second time Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:54 PM PDT Russian football activist Alexander Shprygin was expelled by France for the second time in four days on Tuesday, as police again fired water cannon and tear gas at Euro 2016 fans. Shprygin, who has been linked to Russian far-right causes, was first expelled on Saturday and his visa cancelled over fan violence between Russian and England supporters. Investigators believe he returned to France after flying to Barcelona and crossing the border by car to reach Toulouse where Russia lost 3-0 to Wales on Monday night.

Top U.S. regulators discuss possibility of Britain leaving EU: Treasury Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:53 PM PDT The heads of the U.S. financial regulatory agencies, including Treasury Secretary Jack Lew, conferred on Tuesday about the upcoming "Brexit" vote in a regularly scheduled meeting closed to both the public and the press, according to a statement from the Treasury Department. "During the executive session, the council discussed recent market developments, including the possibility of the United Kingdom's separation from the European Union," it said in a summary of the meeting. On Thursday this week Britain will vote in a referendum on whether to remain a member of the European Union, with an exit from the EU popularly dubbed "Brexit".

FBI: Indianapolis-area teen tried to join Islamic State Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:49 PM PDT INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — FBI agents arrested an 18-year-old from suburban Indianapolis as he tried to board a bus to New York and join the Islamic State terror group overseas, federal authorities said Tuesday.

South Korea says North Korea fires another suspected mid-range missile, its second in a day Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:49 PM PDT SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — South Korea says North Korea fires another suspected mid-range missile, its second in a day.

El Salvador says police lent gangs ammo, uniforms, vehicles Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:46 PM PDT SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador (AP) — Federal prosecutors in El Salvador have issued arrest warrants for several local police officers who allegedly lent gang members uniforms, vehicles and ammunition to commit extortion.

UN presses South Sudan leaders to hold camp attackers responsible Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:41 PM PDT The United Nations urged South Sudan's government Tuesday to hold accountable the perpetrators of February's violent attacks on a camp sheltering nearly 50,000 displaced civilians in the northeastern oil hub Malakal. A May inquiry found that assailants, some wearing South Sudan army (SPLA) uniforms, entered the camp on February 17 and 18 through a breached fence and proceed to shoot, loot property and set tents ablaze. The investigation also found that Eastern Nile state's governor helped the Dinka population flee to Malakal town in pickup trucks.

Jury gets peek at making of Led Zeppelin's epic 'Stairway' Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:40 PM PDT LOS ANGELES (AP) — Rock 'n' roll history played out Tuesday in a Los Angeles courtroom as original recordings of Led Zeppelin working through the song that became the epic "Stairway to Heaven" were played for jurors and the songwriters discussed failures and successes in the making of the hit.

Duterte asks US on sea feud with China, 'Are you with us?' Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:36 PM PDT MANILA, Philippines (AP) — The Philippine president-elect said Tuesday that he recently asked the U.S. ambassador whether Washington will support the Philippines in case of a possible confrontation with China in the disputed South China Sea.

Plane lands at South Pole in daring winter medical rescue Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:36 PM PDT WASHINGTON (AP) — After flying through dangerous dark and cold, a rescue plane landed Tuesday at the South Pole to evacuate a sick worker from a remote U.S. science station, federal officials said.

Gomez stakes claim to be Germany's main striker at Euro 2016 Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:35 PM PDT PARIS (AP) — Two years on from perhaps his biggest disappointment in football, Mario Gomez staked a claim to lead Germany's misfiring attack at the European Championship.

Top US diplomat meets with Venezuelan officials amid crisis Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:34 PM PDT CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — A senior U.S. diplomat was scheduled to meet Tuesday with Venezuelan officials to jumpstart dialogue between the normally hostile governments as the socialist-run nation is torn apart by daily food protests and a campaign to oust President Nicolas Maduro.

The Latest: France expels Russian fan group leader Shprygin Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:26 PM PDT The Latest from soccer's European Championship (all times local):

After difficult months in China, Yilmaz shines for Turkey Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:13 PM PDT LENS, France (AP) — Four disappointing months after moving to a Chinese club, Turkey striker Burak Yilmaz needed just 10 minutes against the Czech Republic to shrug off his troubles at the European Championship.

Led Zeppelin singer tells jury he composed 'Stairway' Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:13 PM PDT Led Zeppelin singer Robert Plant denied on Tuesday having stolen the opening of the rock group's iconic song "Stairway to Heaven," telling a jury he had written the anthem decades ago while in the English countryside. The 67-year-old musician told a Los Angeles federal court that the song at the center of a federal copyright case was clearly his work as well as that of Zeppelin guitarist-songwriter Jimmy Page.

Rivals clash in heated final Brexit showdown Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:13 PM PDT Panellists locked horns over immigration, as the pro-EU London Mayor Sadiq Khan tore into his predecessor Boris Johnson, a key campaigner on the "Leave" side. "You're telling lies and you're scaring people," Khan declared as he brandished a "Leave" leaflet warning that majority-Muslim Turkey could join the EU. "That's scaremongering, Boris, and you should be ashamed... you are using the ruse of Turkey to scare people to vote Leave," Khan said to cheers from the audience.

Puerto Rico hit with lawsuit as key debt negotiations stall Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:09 PM PDT SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — A group of bondholders on Tuesday sued Puerto Rico's government as debt negotiations fell apart less than two weeks ahead of what would be the largest default in the island's history.

Ryanair warns of two to three-year downturn if Britain leaves the EU Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:05 PM PDT By Tim Hepher and Cyril Altmeyer PARIS (Reuters) - Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary warned on Tuesday of a two to three-year economic downturn if Britain votes to leave the European Union and said that Brussels has been given a "wake-up call" regardless of the result of Thursday's UK referendum. Speaking at an aviation conference in Paris, the head of the Irish budget carrier -- Europe's largest airline by passenger numbers -- said that economic and political disruption could weaken the rest of the 28-nation bloc if UK voters back a so-called Brexit. "If Brits vote to exit, I think the European Union as a project is doomed," O'Leary said.

Boeing says it signs historic sales agreement with Iran Air Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:04 PM PDT DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Boeing Co. said Tuesday it signed an agreement with Iran Air "expressing the airline's intent" to buy its aircraft, setting up the biggest business deal between the Islamic Republic and America since the 1979 U.S. Embassy takeover in Tehran — if it goes through.

UK newspaper Daily Mirror backs 'Remain' in EU referendum Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:04 PM PDT Britain's left-leaning Daily Mirror newspaper has urged its readers to vote to remain in the European Union in Thursday's referendum. "This paper certainly has its issues with the EU but after the most divisive, vile and political campaign in living memory, we say ... vote remain tomorrow," it said in a front-page editorial in its Wednesday edition. The Daily Mirror, which is owned by Trinity Mirror, had a daily circulation of 786,000 in April.

PM Cameron says Britain's EU referendum is 'very close': Financial Times Posted: 21 Jun 2016 04:03 PM PDT Prime Minister David Cameron said Thursday's referendum on Britain's membership of the European Union was likely to be very close but he also predicted a "remain dividend" in investments if Britons voted to stay in the 28-nation bloc. With just two days to go until the referendum that will shape the future of Europe, opinion polls have indicated that British public opinion is so divided that the outcome is too close to call. In the event of a "remain" vote, Cameron predicted an investment surge into Britain.

Assange lawyer says Sweden should recognize UN opinion Posted: 21 Jun 2016 03:58 PM PDT A former Spanish judge who is defending WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange on Tuesday urged Sweden to recognize a UN working group opinion that his confinement amounts to arbitrary detention. "We are trying to ensure that the Swedish justice system recognizes the resolution and its binding nature," Baltasar Garzon, who leads Assange's legal team, told reporters in Quito. The anti-secrecy campaigner is wanted for questioning over a 2010 rape allegation in Sweden.

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