Reuters: Virginia TV journalists killed by suspect with 'powder keg' of anger
Two television journalists were killed during a live broadcast in Virginia on Wednesday, shot by a suspect who was a former employee of the TV station and who called himself a "powder keg" of anger over what he saw as racial discrimination at work and elsewhere in the United States.
The suspect, 41-year-old Vester Flanagan, shot himself as police pursued him on a Virginia highway hours after the shooting. Flanagan, who was African-American, died later at a hospital, police said.
MIDDLE EAST
U.S. reports 20 air strikes against Islamic State in Iraq and Syria.
Kurds launch new assault on Islamic State in northern Iraq.
New chemical attack allegations in Syria.
Assad 'confident' of Russian support for Syria regime.
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Saudi military intercepts Scud missile fired by Yemeni forces.
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Turkish PM, facing uphill election battle, invites opposition to cabinet.
European companies beat US to Iran business after nuclear deal reached.
ASIA
Obama will raise cyber security concerns with China's Xi -White House.
India, Pakistan border chiefs to meet after peace talks collapsed.
U.S. plans more Asia-Pacific drills to counter China reclamation.
China's Xi vows unceasing fight against Tibet separatism.
South Korea, US say North military easing off war-footing.
2 NATO troops dead in apparent "insider attack" in Afghanistan.
Obama expresses regret to Japanese PM Abe for spying charges.
India's Narendra Modi urges Gujarat calm after Patel caste protests. India's Gujarat state hit by violent caste-related protests.
U.S. sees new chance for Sri Lanka reconciliation after civil war.
AFRICA
Sufi Sect leaders in East Africa pledge to fight extremism.
Libya's landline phone system breaks after cables damaged.
Mali loyalist forces refuse to leave occupied northern town.
South Sudan President Salva Kiir signs peace deal. South Sudan president signs peace deal despite concerns.
South Sudan seeks infrastructure funding as peace deal signed.
Multi National task force to deploy over 8000 troops against Boko Haram group.
U.N. cuts aid to ex-rebels in Congo, urges state to step in.
UN envoy confident Libya peace talks are in final stages.
Burkina excludes ex-President's allies from legislative election.
Egypt turns to Russia to combat terrorism.
EUROPE
Ukraine, separatists to strive for full ceasefire from September 1.
Tsipras softens stand on Greek debt relief before election.
Russia and NATO need new rules to cut risk of war, ex-ministers say. Former foreign, Defense Ministers urge NATO, Russia to cooperate.
Rescuers save 3,000 migrants in Mediterranean, 55 dead. Some 50 migrants found dead in boat off Libya: coast guard. Migrant crisis: Scores of bodies found on Libya boat.
Hungary considers using Army as migrant numbers rise.
Merkel, heckled on visit to refugees, says no to xenophobia.
Kosovo and Serbia sign 'landmark' agreements.
Serviceman kills 2 soldiers and officer in Russia, then commits suicide – Defense Ministry.
Greek president expected to formally call election on Friday.
AMERICAS
Suspect in Virginia shooting of news team commits suicide. Virginia TV journalists killed by suspect with 'powder keg' of anger. Reports: Suspect in 2 murders on live TV has shot himself.
Next to Iran, climate at forefront of Obama agenda.
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Brazil court gives another 15 days for Rousseff to explain accounts.
Guatemala leader could lose immunity over alleged fraud.
Venezuela is adding more zeroes to its currency to deal with hyperinflation.
Colombians leave Venezuela in droves over border crisis.
Venezuela’s food shortages trigger long lines, hunger and looting.
UK Falkland Islands radar defense against Argentina ordered out of fear of future attacks.
White House walks back Obama's 'crazies' comment.
CBO report forecasts unsustainable debt in long term.
Woman from famous 9/11 'Dust Lady' photograph dies of cancer.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
Jihadists say nephew of 9/11 mastermind killed in raid by Pakistani intelligence.
Military may have skewed IS analysis: report.
Ahmed al-Mughassil, suspect in 1996 Khobar Towers bombing, arrested. Saudi arrested in 1996 bombing that killed 19 Americans.
Moroccan charged with terror attack on French train.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
DJ Calvin Harris outdoes Jennifer Lawrence with $66M earnings.
Dow zooms up 619 points, 3rd biggest gain ever.
Stock markets continue to be volatile as investors fear China risk.
Shares in disarray over China crisis.
YouTube Gaming site ready for launch.
Illiteracy will cost global economy $1.2tn in 2015.
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