Here's the news you missed this weekend
Before you begin your week have a look back at the top stories of the weekend.
Brett Kavanaugh was sworn in as a Supreme Court justice.
Twenty people were killed in a "horrific" limousine accident in upstate New York.
A Vatican cardinal defended accusations against Pope Francis, calling them "blasphemous."
The mayors of San Francisco and Osaka, Japan, disagree about their "sister city" relationship.
And a melee broke out after a Conor McGregor fight.
Before you begin your week, have a look back at some of the top stories of the weekend.
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ANALYSIS: Kavanaugh confirmation marks triumph of tribalism
Kavanaugh's confirmation, which was clouded in controversy by sexual misconduct allegations, which he vehemently denied, ends a bitter partisan battle in the Senate.
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20 people killed in limousine accident in upstate New York, authorities say
Investigators called the crash one of the "most deadly" accidents in the country in years.
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Vatican cardinal defends Pope Francis against allegations that he covered up sexual misconduct accusations
The pontiff had been accused of ignoring reports of sexual misconduct by a prominent American cardinal.
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Mayors of San Francisco, Osaka battle over 'comfort women' statue and 'sister city' relationship
The mayor of Osaka disapproves of the "comfort women" statue -- which depicts women and girls forced into sex slavery during World War II -- in San Francisco.
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UFC 229 descends into chaos after Khabib Nurmagomedov taps out Conor McGregor
After the fight between Khabib Nurmagomedov Conor McGregor at UFC 229, a brawl ensued.