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Zika Virus: What To Know

Here is everything you need to know about the Zika virus:

Official: American Warplanes Struck Targets In Libya Overnight, Hitting ISIS Training Camp

American warplanes struck multiple targets in Libya overnight, hitting an Islamic State training camp and a senior extremist leader, U.S. defense officials said Friday.

China Accuses US Of Militarizing South China Sea

China on Friday accused the U.S. of militarizing the South China Sea, just days after it was revealed Beijing had deployed surface-to-air missiles on an island in the hotly disputed area.

Turkey: Syrian Man Behind Deadly Ankara Car Bomb Attack

A Syrian national with links to Syrian Kurdish militia carried out the suicide bombing in Ankara that targeted military personnel and killed at least 28 people and wounded dozens of others, Turkey's prime minister said Thursday, and vowed to retaliate against these groups.

28 killed, 61 Injured In Explosion In Ankara

At least five people died and 10 others were injured in a large explosion in the Turkish capital on Wednesday, believed to have been caused by a car bomb, Ankara's governor said.

'Eagles of Death Metal' performs in Paris for attack survivors

California rock band Eagles of Death Metal performed Tuesday at a Paris concert filled with fans who survived a terrifying massacre at their last Paris show.

Russia Denies Its Warplanes Hit Syria Hospital

Russia on Tuesday rebuffed claims that its warplanes struck a hospital in northern Syria in airstrikes the previous day that killed at least nine people as Syrian government forces and a predominantly Kurdish coalition are making against rival groups in the country's north.

N. Korea Orders Military Takeover Of Inter-Korean Factories

North Korea on Thursday ordered a military takeover of a factory park that had been the last major symbol of cooperation with South Korea, calling Seoul's earlier suspension of operations at the jointly run facility as punishment for the North's recent rocket launch a "dangerous declaration of war."

Pope, Russian Orthodox Patriarch To Meet In Cuba

Pope Francis and the leader of the Russian Orthodox Church will meet in Cuba next week in a historic step to heal the 1,000-year-old schism that divided Christianity between East and West, both churches announced Friday.

Texas Resident Gets Zika Virus After Having Sex

Zika has been sexually transmitted in Texas, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Tuesday.

Health Dept. Testing NC and SC Patients for Zika Virus

Health officials confirmed Tuesday that they are testing patients in North and South Carolina for the Zika virus.

Zika Virus Outbreak Declared International Emergency

The World Health Organization estimates there could be up to 4 million cases of the Zika virus in the Americas in the next year.

How Much Should Zika Worry You?

Most people in the contiguous United States are unlikely to ever come into contact with the Zika virus, but two groups need particular attention.

Expecting Mothers Warned About Zika Virus

Health experts warn pregnant women to avoid visiting vacation spots like the Caribbean, Mexico and Brazil.

Barbie's new body: curvy, tall and petite

Girls and women don't come in one shape, and now, finally, Barbie won't either.

White Actor Cast To Play Michael Jackson In Movie

With all the controversy over #OscarsSoWhite, now may not have been the best time to announce that a white actor has been cast as African-American pop star Michael Jackson.

Airliners Issuing Refunds To Pregnant Passengers Due To Zika Virus

Several airlines are issuing refunds to pregnant customers who have purchased flights to counties impacted by the Zika virus.

Pakistan Taliban Reportedly Responsible For University Terror Attack

At least 19 killed in attack on Bacha Khan University in Charsadda, Pakistan.

ISIS Confirms Death of 'Jihadi John'

For the first time, ISIS is confirming that the man known as "Jihadi John" is dead.

ISIS Claims Responsibility For Indonesia Attack

Islamic State group backers have circulated a claim of responsibility for the Indonesian suicide attacks resembling the extremist group's previous messages.