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February 18, 2016

Reports: Syrian man behind deadly Ankara car bomb attack

Turkish media reports say a Syrian national was behind the attack in Ankara that killed at least 28 people and wounded dozens of others.

February 18, 2016

Brazil's central bank says economy shrank 4.08 pct in 2015

Brazil's central bank says the economy contracted 4.08 percent in 2015, the worst performance since the indicator was created in 2003.

February 18, 2016

World Bank offers $150M to countries affected by Zika

The World Bank said on Thursday it is making $150 million in financing immediately available to help combat the Zika virus outbreak in affected Latin American and Caribbean countries.

February 18, 2016

Venezuela takes tiny steps toward fixing economy

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro has announced long-awaited economic reforms, but analysts say they'll barely have any effect in rescuing the economy.

February 18, 2016

Drunk, knife-wielding monkey reportedly attacks bar patrons

This monkey means business.

February 18, 2016

The Latest: Turkey airstrikes hits Kurdish positions in Iraq

The Latest on Turkish airstrikes on Kurdish rebels in northern Iraq and aftermath of Ankara bombing (all times local): 10:15 a.m.

February 18, 2016

More than 100 dismembered bodies found in Colombian prison drain pipes

The dismembered bodies of more than 100 prisoners were discovered Wednesday in the drain pipes of one of the largest prisons in Bogota and surrounding jails, Reuters reported.

February 18, 2016

FIFA prosecutors seek life bans for 2 South Americans

FIFA ethics prosecutors are seeking life bans for two South American officials who have already pleaded guilty in a U.S. federal investigation of corruption in world soccer.

February 18, 2016

Toyota recalls 2.9M SUVs for possible seat belt failure

Toyota said Thursday it is recalling nearly 2.9 million sports utility vehicles, including more than 1.1 million in the U.S., because of seat belts that might fail in a crash.

February 18, 2016

Pope had message of love for Mexico, tough love for powerful

Pope Francis wrapped up a five-day visit to Mexico with a message of love and compassion for the people of Mexico and the migrants who pass through it on their way to the United States.