In Yemen, questions and anger over U.S. drone targets

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In Yemen, questions and anger over U.S. drone targets

SANAA, Yemen — A drone-fired U.S. missile struck a car southeast of here on a winter night last year, killing two alleged al-Qaeda operatives who lived openly in their community. But it also killed two cousins who were giving the men a ride, and who the Yemeni government later said were innocents in the wrong place at the wrong time.

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Power cuts as high winds return

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Power cuts as high winds return

As many as 15,000 properties suffer power cuts as high winds return to Wales.

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Scores Detained in Russia Before Olympic Ceremony

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Scores Detained in Russia Before Olympic Ceremony

Russian authorities detained at least 61 people on Friday for holding unauthorized protests, underscoring the government’s efforts to stifle dissent.

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Homes evacuated as three 'taken ill'

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Homes evacuated as three 'taken ill'

Homes are evacuated near a house in Surrey after two adults and a child are taken to hospital.

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Vivienne Westwood's Save the Arctic campaign – in pictures

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Vivienne Westwood's Save the Arctic campaign – in pictures

Andy Gotts photographs a host of stars including Jerry Hall, George Clooney and Chris Martin wearing slogan T-shirts designed by Westwood

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Sochi 2014: Winter Olympics day one – live!

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Sochi 2014: Winter Olympics day one – live!

The Games are under way. Follow all of the opening day’s action from Russia, with our live updates

Ian McCourt

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Around the world in 180 characters

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Around the world in 180 characters

Every weekend USA TODAY takes a bite-sized look at the past week's top stories from around the world.

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Paul Howes has roused the conspiracy theorists and stirred the possum

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Paul Howes has roused the conspiracy theorists and stirred the possum

The union leader’s call for an end to industrial relations ‘blood sport’ sent shockwaves through Labor circles. But it’s just the latest verbal hand grenade thrown by this ambitious wildcard

Mark Skulley

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Southern UK set for gales and rain

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Southern UK set for gales and rain

Southern parts of the UK are being warned of gales and more heavy rain, as forecasters predict gusts as fast as 80mph on Saturday.

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McDonald’s Opens in Vietnam, Bringing Big Mac to Fans of Banh Mi

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McDonald’s Opens in Vietnam, Bringing Big Mac to Fans of Banh Mi

The fast-food giant is opening its first restaurant in the country, which some see as one of Asia’s last consumer markets with significant untapped potential.

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