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"This is a sheer abuse of power," writes CNN's Pentagon correspondent Barbara Starr.

Pangolins -- four-legged mammals with sloth-like claws, anteater-like snouts, and armour of diamond-shaped scales -- are thought to be the most trafficked mammal in the world. Some species are on the brink of extinction.

Emad Fathy Moawad was jailed on nearly $2 million bail.

China is denouncing a statement from NATO declaring it a “constant security challenge,” saying it is a force for peace but will defend itself if felt threatened

Marine biologists are investigating a mystery skin disease afflicting whitetip reef sharks in Malaysia, with some early reports suggesting rising sea temperatures could be to blame.

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