South Sudan leader signs peace deal amid sanctions threat

South Sudan leader signs peace deal amid sanctions threat

Written by Charlton Doki and Jason Patinkin

JUBA, South Sudan (AP) — South Sudan President Salva Kiir on Wednesday signed a peace deal with rebels, more than 20 months after the start of fighting between the army and rebels led by his former deputy.

Mormons keep affiliation with Boy Scouts
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Mormons keep affiliation with Boy Scouts

Associated Press

Written by Brady McCombs

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The Mormon church announced Wednesday that it will maintain its longtime affiliation with Boy Scouts despite the decision to allow gay troop leaders — preventing what would have been a thundering blow to the national organization.

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