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The exteriors of the bookstore 'Have A Nice Stay' is seen in Prince Edward district, Hong Kong, Wednesday, July 15, 2026.
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A rendering from the Trump administration's proposal shows what the fencing would look like, when open, looking south toward the White House from H Street.
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Mykhailo Fedorov, who was removed as defense minister, speaks to reporters on Thursday. Large protests erupted in several Ukrainian cities on Thursday morning against his firing.
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