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A man waits in front of the Saudi Arabia's consulate on October 12 in Istanbul, Turkey. Fears are growing over the fate of missing journalist Jamal Khashoggi after Turkish officials said they believe he was murdered inside the Saudi consulate. Saudi consulate officials have said that missing writer and Saudi critic Jamal Khashoggi went missing after leaving the consulate, however the statement directly contradicts other sources including Turkish officials. Jamal Khashoggi a Saudi writer critical of the Kingdom and a contributor to the Washington Post was living in self-imposed exile in the U.S.

An Update On Disappeared Journalist Jamal Khashoggi

The president said he's sending Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to the kingdom to meet with Saudi Arabia's king.

A Long March 3B rocket lifts off from China's Sichuan province early on Dec. 8, carrying a rover destined to land on the far side of the moon.

China Launches Probe Bound For A Historic Exploration Of The Far Side Of The Moon

Others have explored the far side of the moon from afar, but Chinese researchers are hoping a soft landing on the dark side of the lunar surface will allow for more detailed study.

Art thieves tried to steal a painting by Pieter Brueghel the Younger (1564-1638), but the artwork, titled <em>The Crucifixion,</em> had been switched out for a copy.

Thieves Steal A Famous Painting From An Italian Church — But Don't Worry, It's Fake

After authorities were tipped off about the heist, they replaced the Flemish masterpiece with a replica.

Afghan Vice President Abdul Rashid Dostum arrives in Kabul in 2018. Dostum survived a second attempt on his life in under a year on Saturday afternoon.

Afghan Vice President Survives 2nd Assassination Attempt In Less Than A Year

Taliban insurgents attacked the convoy of Vice President Abdul Rashid Dostum on Saturday. Afghan officials said he was unharmed but at least one of his guards was killed.

Lang Lang's latest solo record <em>Piano Book</em> is out now.

From A Piano Virtuoso, An Album For Beginners

Steve Inskeep speaks with superstar pianist Lang Lang about his new album, Piano Book, a reexamination of the classical music repertory he learned as child.

Tiger Woods won his fifth Masters title at Augusta National Golf Club on Sunday, nearly 11 years after his last major win.

Tiger Woods Wins His 5th Masters Title, Marking A Career Comeback

Sunday's victory at Augusta came nearly 11 years after Woods' last major title and capped a remarkable personal comeback for Woods after facing career-threatening injuries.

Riley Howell, here in an undated photo, was killed after he tackled a gunman shooting people in a classroom at the University of North Carolina's Charlotte campus. Police say Howell's actions likely saved the lives of other students.

UNC Charlotte Shooting Victim Is Honored As A Hero For Tackling Shooter

Riley Howell is credited with disrupting the campus shooting, dying in the incident but saving others' lives. Police say they have not determined the shooter's motive.

Palestinian leaders in Gaza report that they've agreed to a cease-fire with Israel to end a deadly two-day escalation of violence. Here, a Palestinian girl stands in front of a building on Monday that was destroyed during Israeli airstrikes on Gaza City over the weekend.

After Weekend Of Deadly Violence, Reports Of A Truce In Gaza

The escalation in hostilities was the deadliest in years, as rockets were fired from Gaza and Israel's military launched targeted airstrikes. Four Israeli civilians and 23 people in Gaza were killed.

Russia Eliminates Spain On Penalty Kicks, 4-3, After A 1-1 Tie

Russia scored a shocking win over Spain Sunday to advance to the World Cup quarterfinals, and Moscow fans are euphoric. Russia has never made it this far in a World Cup.

A helicopter believed to have been used by French convict Redoine Faid was recovered outside Paris.

Infamous French Criminal Escapes Prison In A Helicopter

Perhaps the most unbelievable thing about Redoine Faid's prison break is that it's the second time he's done it. He used explosives to escape from a different prison in 2013.

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