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The American troop presence will decline in Afghanistan from 4,500 to 2,500, and in Iraq from 3,000 to 2,500. Senior military leaders reportedly oppose the move.

Gov. Gavin Newsom said that effective Saturday, most people in most counties should be off the streets between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m.

South Africa's ruling party, the African National Congress, retained control of parliament following last week's national elections. The results reflect public disenchantment over corruption.

The Rice's whale can grow to 42 feet and is critically endangered, with fewer than 100 left.

At least 82 people were killed in the city of Bago on Friday during a military crackdown against opposition.

Pope Francis decreed that all bishops and cardinals can be tried if suspected of criminal behavior. He also banned Vatican employees from accepting gifts amounting to more than 40 euros (about $48).

The National Hurricane Center has downgraded Elsa to a tropical storm. Heavy rains and gusty winds continue to spread inland across southwest and west-central Florida.

Are you terrified yet? Because we certainly are. Scientists even named their discovery of a 43 million-year-old fossil after Anubis, an Egyptian god associated with death.

Every year, the Tiny Desk Contest attracts thousands of unsigned musicians from across the country. Yosmel Montejo impressed the judges with "La Caliente," a song that reflects on life in Cuba.

The CDC says that having every person in attendance vaccinated is important for protecting those who can't get a shot. And it recommends that those who aren't fully vaccinated delay travel.