Here are some of the stories we are covering from around the world:

Alberta Stands Apart in Canada. Now It Plans a Long-Shot Bid to Secede.

Canada is just emerging from a period of political turmoil with a new prime minister in place. But now Alberta, a conservative Western province, is planning a referendum to break away.

Kim Jong-un Vents Fury After Botched Launch of North Korean Destroyer

North Korea’s attempt to launch its second navy destroyer in a month has failed, dealing a huge embarrassment to its leader, Kim Jong-un, who called it a criminal act and indicated he would punish those responsible.

Israelis, Stunned by D.C. Shooting, Fear Backlash Over Gaza War

Israelis reacted with shock and horror on Thursday to the killing of two Israeli Embassy employees at an event in Washington, D.C., which set off a spate of finger-pointing among Israeli politicians suggesting that their opponents were responsible for a rise in antisemitism and criticism of the country.

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