Schools in Leipzig receive email threatening violence: police

Turkish military says Syrian border security largely achieved with Dabiq seizure


ANKARA Turkey-backed Syrian rebels seized control of nine areas, including the village of Dabiq, from Islamic State on Sunday, largely achieving border security between the Turkish towns of Kilis and Karkamis, the country's military said on Monday.




Thai king's death will not delay election: media


BANGKOK The death of Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej will not affect plans to hold a general election in 2017, media reported on Monday, scotching speculation that the military government would delay the poll as the country enters a year of mourning.




China detains staff from Australia's Crown for 'gambling crimes'


SYDNEY/HONG KONG Australian casino giant Crown Resorts Ltd said on Monday China had detained 18 of its employees including three Australians, sending gaming stocks tumbling on concerns about their strategy for luring Chinese gamblers.