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2nd Arrest in Death of N Korean Leader’s Brother

KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysia police chief Khalid Abu Bakar has told the national Bernama news agency that a second woman has been arrested in connection with the death of Kim Jong Un's half brother, Kim Jong Nam. He said police will issue a statement soon with details.

Malaysia Arrests Woman in N Korean Killing

KUALA LUMPUR — Malaysian police say they have arrested a woman in connection with the death of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's half brother.

Hits and Misses: Notable N Korean Assassinations or Attempts

SEOUL, South Korea — The killing of the North Korean leader's outcast half brother adds to a long list of high-profile assassinations or attempts in which the country is suspected of targeting estranged relatives of the Kim clan, turncoats and South Korean public figures.

Rumors Highlight the Hidden Lives of N Korean Leaders

PYONGYANG, North Korea — The alleged murder of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's estranged half-brother could be the best cloak-and-dagger thriller North Koreans will never get to hear. And if they did, they'd likely need some plot explainers – few know Kim Jong Un even had a half-brother.

Kim Jong-un’s Half Brother Assassinated at KL Airport: South Korean Media

KUALA LUMPUR — A North Korean man died after suddenly becoming ill at a Malaysian airport, officials said Tuesday, amid reports that the half brother of North Korea's leader was assassinated.

Image of Turkish Assassin Wins World Press Photo Award (Photos)

AMSTERDAM — As an off-duty policeman who had just assassinated Russia's ambassador to Turkey stood in front of Burhan Ozbilici waving a gun, the veteran Associated Press photographer summoned the composure to stand his ground and keep taking pictures.

Playboy Magazine to Bring Back Naked Women

SAN FRANCISCO — Naked women are back in Playboy magazine, ending a year-old ban on the nudity that made the magazine famous.

Bull-Taming Tradition Resumes in Southern Indian State

ALLANGANALLUR, India — In the darkness just before dawn, the southern Indian town buzzed with excitement and energy as revelers began arriving for the spectacle of Jallikattu, the region's version of running with the bulls.

Pakistan Bans ‘Unislamic’ Valentine’s Day in Capital

ISLAMABAD — A Pakistani judge on Monday banned all Valentine's Day celebrations in the country's capital, Islamabad, saying they are against Islamic teachings.

US Security Adviser Resigns Amid Russia Controversy

WASHINGTON — National security adviser Michael Flynn has resigned after reports he misled Trump administration officials about his contacts with Russia's ambassador to the U.S.

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