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By Jan Lopatka PRAGUE (Reuters) -Czech police tightened security around schools and other public buildings across the country and Prague’s Charles University cancelled all lectures and events on Friday after a student shooter killed 13 people at a university building

Reindeer have to dig for food in dark, snowy conditions during winter. Their vision is adapted to make that task less challenging. (Image credit: Espen Bergersen)

This year, animals made their marks with encounters that ranged from sad to creepy to cute. (Image credit: Bear League)

Lawmakers didn’t have a very productive year, but they did manage to pass 27 pieces of legislation. Here’s what the laws accomplish. (Image credit: Catie Dull/NPR)

Japan’s government is mired in the worst corruption scandal in three decades. The prime minister is struggling with allegations that ruling party politicians violated campaign finance laws.

The dependence German companies have built up on China helps prop up Europe’s largest economy. Germany’s government warns against over-dependence. What’s the way forward for German companies?

Journalist Masha Gessen talks about their recent New Yorker essay on why there seem to be limits on criticizing Israel and the ensuing backlash the piece triggered.

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Far-right users online have reacted to a Colorado court ruling that former President Donald Trump is ineligible to appear on that state’s primary ballot. They’re calling for “civil war.” (Image credit: David Zalubowski/AP)

The immensely popular lottery will distribute a total of $2.8 million in prizes this year, much of it in small prizes. Street and bar celebrations normally break out with winners singing and dancing. (Image credit: Paul White/AP)