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Tens of thousands of farmers swarm India's capital to protest deregulation rules

Tens of thousands of farmers have swarmed India's capital where they intend to camp out for weeks to protest new agricultural laws that they say could destroy their livelihoods.

New Australian telescope maps millions of galaxies at record speed

Australian scientists have used a powerful new telescope to map about 3 million galaxies at record-breaking speed -- creating what they say is a "Google Map of the universe."

Europe's Christmas is going to be a little different this year

As the year comes to an end, many of Europe's governments are scrambling to avoid stringent lockdowns over the Christmas holidays. CNN's Melissa Bell reports.

Former CIA director 'concerned' over Trump's claims

Former CIA Director John Brennan compares President Donald Trump's disinformation campaign with similar tactics used by Russia to influence the American people.

Late-night hosts mock Biden and Trump over recent missteps

Late-night hosts Trevor Noah, Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon ridiculed President-elect Joe Biden for his accident while playing with his dog and then mocked President Trump for the size of his desk.

One Biden pick may have a harder time being confirmed. Here's why

CNN's Jeff Zeleny reports on President-elect Joe Biden's diverse economic team with four women in top roles.

CNN's Don Lemon: Imagine how this feels for Trump

CNN's Don Lemon breaks down President Trump's refusal to accept the outcome of the election as his presidency comes to an end.

'Just pathetic': Avlon reacts to Graham's remarks on mail-in voting

When asked if he thinks President Trump should attend President-elect Joe Biden's inauguration in January, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) said, "If Biden ends up winning, yeah I think so."

Vice President-elect Kamala Harris picks Tina Flournoy as her chief of staff

Tina Flournoy, who is currently serving as chief of staff to former President Bill Clinton, has been chosen to be Vice President-elect Kamala Harris' chief of staff, according to a source with knowledge of the decision.

Lewis Hamilton to miss Sakhir Grand Prix after testing positive for coronavirus

Lewis Hamilton will miss this weekend's Sakhir Grand Prix in Bahrain after testing for Covid-19.

Fauci asks Americans to be 'part of the solution' and get vaccinated as states prepare for distribution

As the US prepares for the first round of vaccinations to tackle Covid-19, infectious disease expert Dr. Anthony Fauci called on the public to "be part of the solution" and get vaccinated once it is available.

Canada to Trump: You can't take our prescription drugs

Canada is putting the kibosh on President Donald Trump's efforts to lower drug prices by importing medications from our northern neighbor.

UK minister calls on Netflix to tell viewers 'The Crown' is fictional before each episode

The UK's Culture Secretary has called on Netflix to put a disclaimer at the start of episodes of "The Crown" telling viewers that the royal drama is "a work of fiction."

Senegal World Cup star Papa Bouba Diop dies aged 42, reports say

Former Premier League player and Senegal World Cup star Papa Bouba Diop has died aged 42, according to multiple reports including ESPN.

Coronavirus cases fell by roughly 30% during England's lockdown

Coronavirus cases dropped by around 30% in England during the country's second national lockdown, researchers say.

China's tariffs slam door shut on Australian wine's biggest export market

Australia's winemakers are scrambling to find new buyers around the world after China imposed hefty tariffs on the industry, effectively cutting it off from its most important export market.

Argentine police search home of Diego Maradona's doctor following the soccer great's death

Argentine police have searched the house and office of Diego Maradona's doctor, as authorities investigate the death of the soccer great.

Biden moves quickly to build a diverse administration

President-elect Joe Biden has repeatedly promised to build a government that "looks like America." He's not wasting any time in delivering on that front.

Cher sings to 'the world's loneliest elephant'

Kaavan the elephant had languished in a zoo in Pakistan for decades. But thanks to Cher and a social media campaign, he's on his way to a new home in Cambodia.

A fight broke out between lawmakers. Pig guts were thrown

Lawmakers in Taiwan threw pig intestines and punches at each other as a brawl broke out in parliament over a proposal to ease restrictions on pork imports from the United States.