By Air and Sea, Mercenaries Landed in Libya. Then the Plan Went South.

A short-lived mission uncovered by U.N. investigators offers a glimpse into the world of those who have thrived off Libya’s chaos. Press Release Distribution Service

Avalanches in Turkey Leave at Least 28 Dead, Many of Them Rescuers

Those looking for survivors of one avalanche were buried by the second. Press Release Distribution Service

Married Women on the Island of Jersey Win Control of Their Taxes

Under laws in place since 1928, husbands have full control over a couple’s financial affairs. But that is set to change. Press Release Distribution Service

Afghan Votes Will Be Audited, Extending Monthslong Election Crisis

The dispute over the outcome of September’s presidential race is playing out while sensitive peace talks take place between the U.S. and the Taliban. Press Release Distribution Service

Pete Buttigieg, Coronavirus, Tesla: Your Wednesday Briefing

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In Poland, Controversial Legislation Restricting Judiciary Is Signed Into Law

The legislation, which has drawn condemnation from the European Union, bars judges from questioning judicial appointments made by the president and forbids them from engaging in political activity. Press Release Distribution Service

Nigeria ‘Blindsided’ by Trump Travel Ban, Its Top Diplomat Says

The Nigerian foreign minister said he learned about the ban just before a meeting with the United States to expand cooperation. But he said American officials had signaled it could soon be lifted. Press Release Distribution Service

New Origin Story for Gross Blobs That Wash Up on Beaches

DNA evidence shows that jetsam ambergris comes from sperm whales. Press Release Distribution Service

Coronavirus, State of the Union, Iowa: Your Wednesday Briefing

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Mumbai Police Play a Trick on Honking Drivers

It involves a red light hooked to a decibel meter, and the timer resets when harsh horns get too loud. Now, other cities are inquiring. Press Release Distribution Service

Coronavirus, Iowa, Brexit: Your Tuesday Briefing

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Audio Captured Iran Plane Downing: ‘That Surely Is the Light From a Missile’

Air traffic tapes recorded an exchange between an Iranian controller and a stunned pilot who saw a nearby plane blown up in midair. Press Release Distribution Service

Brexit Done? Not So Fast. Britain and E.U. Enter New Trade Deal Battle.

Three days after the U.K.’s formal withdrawal from the European Union, the two sides are squaring off in the “chest beating” phase of negotiations. Press Release Distribution Service

Coronavirus, Japanese Coal, Iowa Caucuses: Your Tuesday Briefing

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Violence Must Stop Before Afghanistan Peace Agreement, Pompeo Says

“What we are demanding now is demonstrable evidence of their will and capacity to reduce violence,” Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said of the latest negotiations. Press Release Distribution Service

Citing Ballot Tampering, Malawi Court Voids Presidential Election

Peter Mutharika, the current President, had been declared the winner, but some voter sheets had sections blotted out or were altered with correction fluid. Press Release Distribution Service

Mercy Flight Leaves Yemen Capital, Cracking a 3-Year Blockade

A United Nations plane took seven seriously ill Yemenis to Jordan on Monday, the culmination of 18 months of fraught negotiations with Saudi Arabia. Press Release Distribution Service

Hong Kong Reports First Death From Coronavirus Outbreak

The death was the second from the virus outside mainland China. The patient was a 39-year-old man who had visited Wuhan and returned to Hong Kong on Jan. 23. Press Release Distribution Service

Coronavirus, Brexit, Australian Open: Your Monday Briefing

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U.K. Police Kill Man in a ‘Terrorist Related’ Incident

The shooting occurred after people were stabbed in South London. The motive was unclear. The suspect had a fake explosive device strapped to his body. Press Release Distribution Service

Coronavirus Pummels Wuhan, a City Short of Supplies and Overwhelmed

It is nearly impossible to get the care they need to treat, or even diagnose, the coronavirus, say residents at the crisis’ center. Press Release Distribution Service

China Pledged to Build a New Hospital in 10 Days. It’s Close.

State news outlets reported that the 1,000-bed facility would accept patients from Monday even as construction workers raced to complete it. Press Release Distribution Service

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