November 01, 2019 10:08 AM
SAN FRANCISCO (AFP) - A lawsuit filed on Thursday (Oct 31) accuses Facebook of letting ad targeting tools be used to exclude women and older people from offers regarding loans, investments and other financial services.
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White House to name Homeland Security official Chad Wolf as department's acting secretary
November 01, 2019 10:01 AM
WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - The White House plans to name Homeland Security official Chad Wolf as the department's acting secretary, Politico reported on Thursday (Oct 31), citing three unnamed people familiar with the situation.
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WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - The White House plans to name Homeland Security official Chad Wolf as the department's acting secretary, Politico reported on Thursday (Oct 31), citing three unnamed people familiar with the situation.
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Decade-old burger's decay livestreamed in Iceland
November 01, 2019 9:47 AM
REYKJAVIK (AFP) - A decade after McDonald's shut down in Iceland, thousands of online users follow the live slow decay of the last order - a seemingly indestructible burger with a side of fries protected in a glass case like a precious gem.
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REYKJAVIK (AFP) - A decade after McDonald's shut down in Iceland, thousands of online users follow the live slow decay of the last order - a seemingly indestructible burger with a side of fries protected in a glass case like a precious gem.
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Pompeo says Chinese Communist Party wants 'international domination'
The Chinese Communist Party wants "international domination" and has embarked on a "global campaign" to sway countries to their side, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Wednesday.
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Pope Francis appears to tear upon return of Virgin Mary statue to Argentina
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'Emotional trauma' caused illness at US base, not sonic attack
An illness that mysteriously spread among US embassy staff in Cuba and was blamed on a suspected sonic attack was most likely caused by emotional trauma and fear, according to a new report.
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Trump administration considers adding more countries to travel ban list
Trump administration officials are discussing adding more countries to the travel ban list, two sources tell CNN, potentially expanding the controversial ban that has been criticized as discriminating against Muslims.
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There are more than 10 fires currently burning in California
Firefighters in California have been batting numerous blazes non-stop, trying to save millions of people and homes from the flames.
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Facebook denied financial services opportunities to women and older people, lawsuit alleges
Facebook is facing a proposed class action lawsuit for allegedly denying people financial services products based on age and gender.
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Cuba Gooding Jr. pleads not guilty to new sexual abuse charges
A third accuser has emerged in the Cuba Gooding Jr. sexual misconduct case. Gooding has now been charged by police in three separate incidents, on three separate dates, involving three separate accusers in New York.
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ISIS's new leader 'Al-Qurayshi' may have been handpicked by Baghdadi, experts scramble to learn more about him
November 01, 2019 8:43 AM
WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - Counter-terrorism analysts were scrambling on Thursday (Oct 31) to try to figure out more about the new leader of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) group, Ibrahim al-Hashemi al-Qurayshi, about whom almost nothing - including his real name - is publicly known.
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WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - Counter-terrorism analysts were scrambling on Thursday (Oct 31) to try to figure out more about the new leader of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) group, Ibrahim al-Hashemi al-Qurayshi, about whom almost nothing - including his real name - is publicly known.
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The African Americans discovering Ghana
Ghana has declared 2019 the 'year of return' and is encouraging the African diaspora to visit the country, but why are some deciding to make it their new home?
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Trump, lifelong New Yorker, declares himself as resident of Florida
November 01, 2019 8:28 AM
WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - President Donald Trump - rich, bombastic and to many Americans the epitome of a New Yorker - has always been intertwined with the city he called his lifelong home. No longer.
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WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - President Donald Trump - rich, bombastic and to many Americans the epitome of a New Yorker - has always been intertwined with the city he called his lifelong home. No longer.
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US withholding US$105 million in security aid for Lebanon: Sources
November 01, 2019 8:21 AM
WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - US President Donald Trump's administration is withholding US$105 million (S$142 million) in security aid for Lebanon, two US officials said on Thursday (Oct 31), two days after the resignation of Lebanese Prime Minister Saad al-Hariri.
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WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - US President Donald Trump's administration is withholding US$105 million (S$142 million) in security aid for Lebanon, two US officials said on Thursday (Oct 31), two days after the resignation of Lebanese Prime Minister Saad al-Hariri.
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Outrage greets verdict in sex attack on unconscious teenager in Spain
November 01, 2019 8:12 AM
MADRID (NYTIMES) - A Spanish court on Thursday (Oct 31) sentenced five men to prison terms in the sexual assault of an unconscious 14-year old girl, but the men were convicted on a lesser charge of sexual abuse after the court ruled that they did not use violence during the attack.
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MADRID (NYTIMES) - A Spanish court on Thursday (Oct 31) sentenced five men to prison terms in the sexual assault of an unconscious 14-year old girl, but the men were convicted on a lesser charge of sexual abuse after the court ruled that they did not use violence during the attack.
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Vulnerable Democrats face new challenge
One after the other, almost every Democrat in tough House races across the country voted on Thursday to establish the rules for the impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump, despite Republican predictions it will end their political careers.
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Keystone Pipeline leaks 383,000 gallons of oil in North Dakota
Part of the Keystone 1 Pipeline in North Dakota was shut down after a leak of about 9,120 barrels of oil -- 383,040 gallons -- was discovered, TC Energy company said in a statement.
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At WeWork, maternity leave mocked as 'vacation', aide claims
November 01, 2019 7:56 AM
NEW YORK (BLOOMBERG) - WeWork was accused of discrimination by ousted chief executive officer Adam Neumann's former chief of staff, who says she was demoted twice after giving birth and that her ex-boss called her maternity leave "vacation."
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NEW YORK (BLOOMBERG) - WeWork was accused of discrimination by ousted chief executive officer Adam Neumann's former chief of staff, who says she was demoted twice after giving birth and that her ex-boss called her maternity leave "vacation."
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Resigning US lawmaker in parting shot at Trump
November 01, 2019 7:49 AM
WASHINGTON (AFP) - A US congresswoman who resigned amid lurid revelations about her private life and the publication of nude photos without her consent on Thursday (Oct 31) used her final vote in office to accuse President Donald Trump of "abuse of power over women." "Today, as my last vote, I voted on impeachment proceedings... because of the deepest abuse of power, including the abuse of power over women," said Katie Hill in her final speech to Congress.
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WASHINGTON (AFP) - A US congresswoman who resigned amid lurid revelations about her private life and the publication of nude photos without her consent on Thursday (Oct 31) used her final vote in office to accuse President Donald Trump of "abuse of power over women." "Today, as my last vote, I voted on impeachment proceedings... because of the deepest abuse of power, including the abuse of power over women," said Katie Hill in her final speech to Congress.
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US students called suicide hotline but instead got sex line
November 01, 2019 7:38 AM
LOS ANGELES (AFP) - Officials from a California school district were left red-faced after students who dialled a suicide prevention hotline listed on their ID badges instead stumbled on a sex line.
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LOS ANGELES (AFP) - Officials from a California school district were left red-faced after students who dialled a suicide prevention hotline listed on their ID badges instead stumbled on a sex line.
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Brazil wildfires: Blaze advances across Pantanal wetlands
The area is one of the most biodiverse regions in the world, and a popular tourist destination.
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Measles virus reduces immunity against other diseases
Measles is not only a serious and potentially fatal disease, but it wipes out antibodies that protect against viral and bacterial strains a person was previously immune to.
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CIA-backed Afghan troops 'committed war crimes': report
Human Rights Watch reports that Afghan forces committed "extrajudicial killings" and other abuses.
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Meet the England players on the cusp of Rugby World Cup glory
England are aiming to cap off a remarkable Rugby World Cup campaign by beating South Africa to lift the trophy for the second time.
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World Series Game 7: Houston Astros host the Washington Nationals but the home team has lost every game
You could almost say the Washington Nationals have the Houston Astros right where they want them.
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India formally divides Jammu and Kashmir state
It's part of a controversial move to tighten the Indian government's control of the region.
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Top Trump official resigns on eve of his impeachment testimony
October 31, 2019 10:55 AM
NEW YORK (DPA) - A top foreign policy adviser with direct knowledge of President Donald Trump's push for Ukrainian investigations into Democratic rivals resigned late Wednesday (Oct 30), freeing himself of his White House chains less than 24 hours before he was set to testify in the impeachment inquiry, according to an administration official.
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NEW YORK (DPA) - A top foreign policy adviser with direct knowledge of President Donald Trump's push for Ukrainian investigations into Democratic rivals resigned late Wednesday (Oct 30), freeing himself of his White House chains less than 24 hours before he was set to testify in the impeachment inquiry, according to an administration official.
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Chile's Apec cancellation raises new hurdle for US-China trade deal
October 31, 2019 10:35 AM
WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - Leaders from the United States and China encountered a new obstacle in their struggle to end a damaging trade war on Wednesday (Oct 30), when the summit where they were supposed to meet was cancelled because of violent protests.
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WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - Leaders from the United States and China encountered a new obstacle in their struggle to end a damaging trade war on Wednesday (Oct 30), when the summit where they were supposed to meet was cancelled because of violent protests.
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Samsung profits plunge 56% but strong smartphone sales offer a boost
Samsung's operating profit plunged 56% in the third quarter compared to last year as the company continues to struggle with sluggish demand for memory chips. But the company said chip sales should pick up in 2020, drawing a line under the prolonged industry downturn.
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England announces team to take on South Africa in Rugby World Cup final
England has announced an unchanged starting line-up for the Rugby World Cup final against South Africa on Saturday.
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Pompeo says US must confront China's Communist Party
October 31, 2019 9:53 AM
WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday (Oct 30) stepped up recent US rhetoric targeting China's ruling Communist Party, saying it was focused on international domination and needed to be confronted.
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WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday (Oct 30) stepped up recent US rhetoric targeting China's ruling Communist Party, saying it was focused on international domination and needed to be confronted.
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John Bolton is summoned to testify in Trump impeachment inquiry
October 31, 2019 9:36 AM
WASHINGTON (NY TIMES) - House impeachment investigators on Wednesday(Oct 30) summoned John Bolton, President Donald Trump's former national security adviser, and two top White House lawyers to testify next week in their inquiry into Trump's pressure campaign on Ukraine, closing in on critical witnesses as they prepare to go public with their investigation.
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WASHINGTON (NY TIMES) - House impeachment investigators on Wednesday(Oct 30) summoned John Bolton, President Donald Trump's former national security adviser, and two top White House lawyers to testify next week in their inquiry into Trump's pressure campaign on Ukraine, closing in on critical witnesses as they prepare to go public with their investigation.
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Bartender wins $50,000 after getting a lottery ticket for a tip
A bartender in Missouri got a massive tip when a customer left her a winning lottery ticket worth $50,000.
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Dog the Bounty Hunter pays tribute to his late wife on her birthday
Duane "Dog the Bounty Hunter" Chapman took a few moments on social media to remember his late wife Beth Chapman on what would have been her 52nd birthday.
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Shuri Castle: Fire engulfs world heritage site in Japan
Shuri Castle, in Okinawa, was built 500 years ago in the Ryukyu Dynasty and is a World Heritage Site.
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'Wizard rock' stolen from national park
A 1-ton boulder disappeared from the side of a highway in Arizona's Prescott National Forest. Now, Forest officials are reaching out to the public for help recovering the hefty loot.
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Missing sharks mystery stuns scientist
Shark spotters say Cape Town's world-famous great whites have disappeared. So where have they gone?
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Baghdad's Green Zone targeted by rocket fire; Iraqi soldier killed
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Breastfeeding suites increasing in popularity in the US
Private breastfeeding spaces are increasing in the US, including in train stations and supermarkets.
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Boeing 'doesn't understand our grief'
Zipporah Kuria's father Joseph Waithaka was one of 157 people killed when a Boeing 737 Max crashed in March.
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Liberia's child soldiers: 'I know I killed people'
Miatta says she was forced to fight when she was 14 and can't remember how many people she's killed.
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Trump judicial nominee breaks down during Senate hearing
Lawrence VanDyke broke down when asked whether he was biased against LGBT people.
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Comedian Kevin Hart shares emotional video after crash
The US comedian shared the video of his recovery after a severe car accident in September.
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China releases controversial 'morality' guidelines
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Ghost hunters say this is their biggest fear. And it has nothing to do with ghosts
David Schrader is creeping through the darkened hallways of the most-haunted house in America, looking for trouble.
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The secret to luring Chinese travelers
Shelling out $277 billion worldwide in 2018, Chinese travelers are the world's top tourism spenders.
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England's rugby team fined for response to All Blacks haka
England's rugby team has been fined for their response to New Zealand's pre-match haka during the World Cup.
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Climate activist Greta Thunberg declines environmental award
October 30, 2019 11:13 AM
STOCKHOLM (AFP) - Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg on Tuesday (Oct 29) refused to accept an environmental award, saying the climate movement needed people in power to start to "listen" to "science" and not awards.
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STOCKHOLM (AFP) - Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg on Tuesday (Oct 29) refused to accept an environmental award, saying the climate movement needed people in power to start to "listen" to "science" and not awards.
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Australia Proposes Face Scans for Watching Online Pornography
As a government agency seeks approval of a facial recognition system, it says one use for it could be verifying the age of people who want to view pornography online.. via NYT World Australia Proposes Face Scans for Watching Online Pornography
Bankrupt Forever 21 is closing 200 stores
As part of its restructuring after filing for bankruptcy last month, Forever 21 will close 200 stores, leaving the fast-fashion chain with a smaller footprint to help it emerge from Chapter 11.
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World number one ranked cricketer banned over corruption
The world's number one ranked all-rounder, Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan, has been banned from all cricket for two years, one of them suspended, after admitting three charges under the anti-corruption code, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced.
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US set to disappoint Asia with downgraded delegation for Bangkok summits
October 30, 2019 9:34 AM
WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - The United States has downgraded its participation in back-to-back Asia-Pacific summits in Bangkok next week, a move bound to disappoint Asian partners worried by China's expanding influence.
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WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - The United States has downgraded its participation in back-to-back Asia-Pacific summits in Bangkok next week, a move bound to disappoint Asian partners worried by China's expanding influence.
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California fires force thousands to evacuate across the state
The Getty fire broke out in the early morning of October 28th in Los Angeles while Northern California is still battling the Kincade fire, which has forced hundreds of thousands of evacuations.
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Internet hails military dog that chased Baghdadi a hero
Put that hero dog on the 20 dollar bill! CNN's Jeanne Moos celebrates the dog that chased ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.
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Dogs have been in the military since 600 BC. And they do some serious work
This week, President Donald Trump shared a declassified photo of a military working dog that was injured during the weekend raid that took down ISIS leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi in Syria.
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Dave Chappelle says comedy 'saved my life' as he accepts award
Dave Chappelle accepted the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, considered the highest accolade in comedy. Many entertainers paid tribute to the comedian.
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Massive sinkhole swallows up a stopped city bus
A massive sinkhole opened up underneath a city bus while it was sitting at a red light in downtown Pittsburgh. Officials say the two people on the bus were able to make it safely off the incapacitated vehicle.
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The Japanese pensioners playing rugby
The Rugby World Cup has seen rugby fever sweep across Japan as a whole new generation of Japanese rugby fans have been inspired by the incredible exploits of the country's national team, the Brave Blossoms.
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Dad makes epic costume for son with cerebral palsy
Tom Hardy spent nearly 100 hours to make an elaborate Halloween costume for his son who has cerebral palsy, autism and who is nonverbal.
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British lawmakers condemn 'colonial' coverage of Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle
October 30, 2019 9:29 AM
LONDON (NYTIMES) - Seventy-two women in Britain's Parliament condemned the "outdated, colonial undertones" of newspaper coverage of Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, in an open letter released on Tuesday (Oct 29) that echoed attacks made by Prince Harry against British tabloids this month.
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LONDON (NYTIMES) - Seventy-two women in Britain's Parliament condemned the "outdated, colonial undertones" of newspaper coverage of Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex, in an open letter released on Tuesday (Oct 29) that echoed attacks made by Prince Harry against British tabloids this month.
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China warns US that criticism over Uighurs not 'helpful' for trade talks
October 30, 2019 9:22 AM
UNITED NATIONS (REUTERS) - The United States and 22 other countries at the United Nations pushed China on Tuesday (Oct 29) to stop detaining ethnic Uighurs and other Muslims, prompting China's UN envoy to warn it was not "helpful" for trade talks between Beijing and Washington.
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UNITED NATIONS (REUTERS) - The United States and 22 other countries at the United Nations pushed China on Tuesday (Oct 29) to stop detaining ethnic Uighurs and other Muslims, prompting China's UN envoy to warn it was not "helpful" for trade talks between Beijing and Washington.
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Attacks and celebration as Lebanon PM says he will quit
Supporters of Shia parties attacked protesters and then PM Saad Hariri announced he would resign.
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In another bipartisan rebuke of Trump, House votes for sanctions against Turkey
October 30, 2019 8:28 AM
WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - The House voted overwhelmingly on Tuesday (Oct 29) to impose a series of sweeping sanctions on Turkey over its brutal assault on the Kurds in northern Syria, dealing its second bipartisan rebuke to President Donald Trump this month for pulling back American forces to allow for the Turkish incursion.
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WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - The House voted overwhelmingly on Tuesday (Oct 29) to impose a series of sweeping sanctions on Turkey over its brutal assault on the Kurds in northern Syria, dealing its second bipartisan rebuke to President Donald Trump this month for pulling back American forces to allow for the Turkish incursion.
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British family to sue Trump administration, diplomat's wife over fatal crash
October 30, 2019 8:21 AM
WASHINGTON (AFP) - The family of a motorcyclist killed in a crash involving the wife of an American diplomat have announced they are planning to sue US President Donald Trump's administration over an alleged cover-up.
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WASHINGTON (AFP) - The family of a motorcyclist killed in a crash involving the wife of an American diplomat have announced they are planning to sue US President Donald Trump's administration over an alleged cover-up.
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Michelle Obama on white flight: 'Y'all were running from us'
The former US first lady says race and lack of understanding of migrants still divides the US and world.
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Dread grows in Syria as ceasefire draws to end
October 30, 2019 7:57 AM
DERIK, SYRIA (WASHINGTON POST) - As the final hours of a ceasefire in northeastern Syria wound down on Tuesday (Oct 29), dread descended on a region once shielded by the United States.
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DERIK, SYRIA (WASHINGTON POST) - As the final hours of a ceasefire in northeastern Syria wound down on Tuesday (Oct 29), dread descended on a region once shielded by the United States.
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At least 42 people killed in Cameroon landslide
October 30, 2019 7:49 AM
DOUALA, CAMEROON (REUTERS) - A landslide caused by heavy rains in western Cameroon killed at least 42 people overnight, state media reported on Tuesday (Oct 29).
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DOUALA, CAMEROON (REUTERS) - A landslide caused by heavy rains in western Cameroon killed at least 42 people overnight, state media reported on Tuesday (Oct 29).
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Washington crowd boos President Trump at World Series
When President Donald Trump appeared on the videoboard during a World Series game at Nationals Park, the crowd supplied both boos and cheers. Some chanted "lock him up."
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Queensland shark attack: Two men injured at tourist spot
The men suffered leg and foot wounds in the attack at a popular tourist region in Queensland.
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Ukraine expert at White House sounded alarm
October 29, 2019 9:50 AM
WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - A White House national security official who is a decorated Iraq War veteran plans to tell House impeachment investigators on Tuesday (Oct 29) that he heard President Donald Trump appeal to Ukraine's President to investigate one of his leading political rivals, a request the aide considered so damaging to US interests that he reported it to a superior.
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WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - A White House national security official who is a decorated Iraq War veteran plans to tell House impeachment investigators on Tuesday (Oct 29) that he heard President Donald Trump appeal to Ukraine's President to investigate one of his leading political rivals, a request the aide considered so damaging to US interests that he reported it to a superior.
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Indian toddler stuck in borewell dies despite major rescue efforts
Two-year old Sujith fell into the well on Friday and was found dead despite a major rescue effort.
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Elon Musk headed to trial in UK caver's defamation case
October 29, 2019 9:14 AM
LOS ANGELES (BLOOMBERG) - Billionaire Elon Musk will have to go to trial in December after a federal judge rebuffed his latest request to throw out a defamation lawsuit filed by a UK caver after Mr Musk referred to him as a "pedo guy".
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LOS ANGELES (BLOOMBERG) - Billionaire Elon Musk will have to go to trial in December after a federal judge rebuffed his latest request to throw out a defamation lawsuit filed by a UK caver after Mr Musk referred to him as a "pedo guy".
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Former Boston College student charged in boyfriend's suicide
October 29, 2019 9:03 AM
BOSTON (NYTIMES) - A former Boston College student has been charged with involuntary manslaughter in connection with the suicide of her college boyfriend on his graduation day, prosecutors announced on Monday (Oct 28).
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BOSTON (NYTIMES) - A former Boston College student has been charged with involuntary manslaughter in connection with the suicide of her college boyfriend on his graduation day, prosecutors announced on Monday (Oct 28).
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Left's win in Argentina strains Brazil ties, deepens regional divide
October 29, 2019 8:51 AM
BRASILIA (REUTERS) - The election of leftist Alberto Fernandez in Argentina, who Brazil's right-wing President Jair Bolsonaro has called a "red bandit," sets the stage for a run-in between South America's two biggest economies that could derail their Mercosur trade bloc.
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BRASILIA (REUTERS) - The election of leftist Alberto Fernandez in Argentina, who Brazil's right-wing President Jair Bolsonaro has called a "red bandit," sets the stage for a run-in between South America's two biggest economies that could derail their Mercosur trade bloc.
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REM look back on Monster: 'We did not want to become the dancing monkey'
REM look back on their most challenging and divisive record, Monster, as it turns 25.
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84-year-old man arrested after two seriously hurt in French mosque attack
An 84-year-old man has been arrested after shots were fired near a mosque in southwestern France, officials said.
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Piers Morgan on Democrats hating Trump more than al-Baghdadi
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Baghdadi death: What now for IS?
Can the ultra-violent IS group survive the death of its leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi?
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Why passwords don't work, and what will replace them
Passwords can be insecure, easy to lose and easier to forget, so can new tech protect us?
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Cop mistakes son for intruder, shoots him
An off-duty Texas police officer shot his adult son after mistaking him for an intruder in his home. CNN affiliate KTVT has more.
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Baghdadi hid in Syrian war region full of menace, pain
October 29, 2019 8:33 AM
ISTANBUL (WASHINGTON POST) - When US forces found Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the leader of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) militant group, he was not in some forgotten border town or remote patch of desert but in Syria's Idlib province, a place where Baghdadi surely knew he was surrounded by enemies, and eyes.
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ISTANBUL (WASHINGTON POST) - When US forces found Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the leader of the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) militant group, he was not in some forgotten border town or remote patch of desert but in Syria's Idlib province, a place where Baghdadi surely knew he was surrounded by enemies, and eyes.
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Internet 'father' Vint Cerf on future challenges ahead for the web
As the Internet marks 50 years, its co-founder Vint Cerf, tells of his concerns for the future.
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Pope Francis expresses openness to idea of married priests
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Two Southwest pilots live streamed video from a plane's bathroom to the cockpit, flight attendants' lawsuit alleges
A Southwest Airlines flight attendant says two pilots live streamed video from a hidden camera in a commercial airliner's lavatory to an iPad in the cockpit, a lawsuit says.
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Girlfriend charged in Boston College student's death after telling him 'hundreds of times' to kill himself, prosecutors say
The girlfriend of a Boston College student who died by suicide in May repeatedly texted him to do so during their relationship, Massachusetts prosecutors said in announcing involuntary manslaughter charges against her.
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A jury awarded $20M to a police officer who said he was told to tone down his 'gayness'
A jury has awarded nearly $20 million to a police officer in Missouri who alleged that his department discriminated against him over his sexual orientation and said he was told to "tone down your gayness."
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Ethiopia's 900-year-old Shonke village on a mountain
Residents say they prefer their traditional stone-built homes to Ethiopia's "shining cities".
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Johnson loses first attempt to call election in latest Brexit manoeuvre, but on track to prevail in follow-up Bill
October 29, 2019 7:58 AM
LONDON (NYTIMES) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson of Britain failed on Monday (Oct 28) in his first bid to secure backing for a general election. But he seemed on track to prevail in a follow-up attempt later in the week, which would toss the fate of his Brexit campaign from the European Union to the British electorate.
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LONDON (NYTIMES) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson of Britain failed on Monday (Oct 28) in his first bid to secure backing for a general election. But he seemed on track to prevail in a follow-up attempt later in the week, which would toss the fate of his Brexit campaign from the European Union to the British electorate.
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Watching the Raid Was Like a Movie, the President Said. Except There Was No Live Audio.
Surveillance video provided a dramatic portrait of action outside the al-Baghdadi compound, but could not show what happened in an underground tunnel where the ISIS leader died. For that, Mr. Trump would have to hear from Delta Force, or their commanders.. via NYT World Watching the Raid Was Like a Movie, the President Said. Except There Was No Live Audio.
Baghdadi's death will damage ISIS, but not destroy it
October 28, 2019 10:23 AM
WASHINGTON (NYTIMES)- He had been hunted for more than a decade, and the organisation he had built was designed partly on the assumption this day would come.
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WASHINGTON (NYTIMES)- He had been hunted for more than a decade, and the organisation he had built was designed partly on the assumption this day would come.
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Two Southwest pilots hid camera in plane's lavatory and live-streamed video to cockpit
October 28, 2019 10:14 AM
ARIZONA (WASHINGTON POST) - Two Southwest Airlines pilots allegedly hid a camera in a plane's lavatory and live-streamed the video to an iPad mounted on the windshield of the cockpit aboard a flight, according to a lawsuit filed by a fellow flight attendant.
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With Baghdadi raid, Trump makes the made-for-TV announcement he has long wanted
October 28, 2019 10:09 AM
WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - From the moment US President Donald Trump learned that Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the leader of the Islamic State, had been killed in a commando raid in Syria, he handled the news in an unusual way.
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WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - From the moment US President Donald Trump learned that Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, the leader of the Islamic State, had been killed in a commando raid in Syria, he handled the news in an unusual way.
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Katie Hill: US congresswoman resigns amid affair allegations
Congresswoman Katie Hill denies allegations she had an affair with a Capitol Hill aide.
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Nigeria's 'torture houses' masquerading as Koranic schools
Parents find their children maltreated in what they thought were Islamic rehabilitation centres.
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Baghdadi's aide was key to his capture, say Iraqi intelligence sources
October 28, 2019 9:58 AM
BAGHDAD (REUTERS) - In their long hunt for Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, Iraqi intelligence teams secured a break in February 2018 after one of the Islamic State leader's top aides gave them information on how he escaped capture for so many years, said two Iraqi security officials.
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BAGHDAD (REUTERS) - In their long hunt for Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, Iraqi intelligence teams secured a break in February 2018 after one of the Islamic State leader's top aides gave them information on how he escaped capture for so many years, said two Iraqi security officials.
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Lebanon is at a crossroads between a new start or a return to unrest
Daylight filters through a large gap at the back of an abandoned cinema in central Beirut. The silhouetted figures of protesters gather on the steps to listen to a political talk by Charbel Nahas.
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Tiger Woods ties record for most PGA Tour titles with 82nd win in Japan
Tiger Woods made history Sunday after he won the Zozo Championship in Chiba, Japan, making it his 82nd career win on the PGA Tour.
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Trump's self-congratulatory end zone victory dance
In the coming days, President Donald Trump is likely to continue making direct comparisons between the death of Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi and the killing of Osama bin Laden eight years ago. After all, Trump's presidency seems in large part to be dictated by either undoing or trying to outdo what President Barack Obama accomplished.
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Long-lost 13th-century painting found in French woman's kitchen sells at auction for $26.6M
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Hundreds of Pakistani children test positive for HIV after rogue doctor reused syringes, report says
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Mystery of the skeleton hijacked by Nazis and Soviets
The identity of a 10th-Century skeleton fascinates experts - but was exploited by invaders.
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Protesters in Lebanon formed a human chain across the entire country
Protesters across Lebanon joined hands on Sunday to form a human chain that connected the country's north and south, a symbolic display of national unity during a period of political turmoil.
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Lyft is offering free rides so that people can go to job interviews
Lyft announced a new initiative that will give riders free or discounted rides to job interviews and during the first three weeks of employment.
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A 2,000-pound great white shark is swimming off the coast of Florida
A great white shark that weighs over 2,000 pounds and measures 15 feet, 5 inches long has been swimming along the US East Coast.
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Conway to reporter: Cut the crap
In a phone call released by the Washington Examiner, White House counselor Kellyanne Conway berates a reporter for mentioning her husband, George Conway, a known critic of President Donald Trump.
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Man wins $200,000 lottery prize on the way to his last chemo treatment
A man on his way to his last chemotherapy treatment won a $200,000 lottery prize, according to the North Carolina Education Lottery.
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Avatars: Are we ready for our digital twins?
When we think of avatars, we imagine a blue film character. But now they're being used very differently.
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Man in MAGA hat sprays Trump protesters with bear repellent
A man wearing a "Make America Great Again" hat blasted anti-Trump protesters on Santa Monica Pier with bear repellent.
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'SNL's' best impressions of political figures
From President George W. Bush to Hillary Clinton, "Saturday Night Live" has pulled no punches when it comes to impressions of people in politics.
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Singapore: The artist cutting off the head of a British colonialist
One Singaporean artist is questioning his country's admiration for Sir Stamford Raffles.
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‘Hitler or Höcke?’ Germany’s Far-Right Party Radicalizes
In elections on Sunday, the AfD is set to make another strong showing in eastern Germany. Its local leader, Björn Höcke, is considered an extremist by the intelligence service.. via NYT World ‘Hitler or Höcke?’ Germany’s Far-Right Party Radicalizes
In Afghanistan’s War and Peace, WhatsApp Delivers the Message
WhatsApp has proliferated in the highest echelons of the Afghan government — as well as among the Taliban.. via NYT World In Afghanistan’s War and Peace, WhatsApp Delivers the Message
Trump to make 'major statement' after operation targeting IS leader Baghdadi
US President Donald Trump is to make a "major statement" following an operation targeting Islamic State leader Abu Bakr al Baghdadi.
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Merkel's CDU party faces far-right challenge in eastern German state vote
October 27, 2019 11:50 AM
BERLIN (REUTERS) - Germans in the eastern state of Thuringia vote on Sunday (Oct 27) in an election in which the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) is seeking to build on successes in two other regional votes last month and to beat Chancellor Angela Merkel's conservatives.
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BERLIN (REUTERS) - Germans in the eastern state of Thuringia vote on Sunday (Oct 27) in an election in which the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) is seeking to build on successes in two other regional votes last month and to beat Chancellor Angela Merkel's conservatives.
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Vatican synod proposes ordaining married men as priests in the Amazon
October 27, 2019 11:37 AM
VATICAN CITY (REUTERS) - An assembly of Roman Catholic bishops from the Amazon on Saturday (Oct 26) proposed that married men in the remote area be allowed to be ordained priests, which could lead to a landmark change in the Church's centuries-old discipline of celibacy.
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VATICAN CITY (REUTERS) - An assembly of Roman Catholic bishops from the Amazon on Saturday (Oct 26) proposed that married men in the remote area be allowed to be ordained priests, which could lead to a landmark change in the Church's centuries-old discipline of celibacy.
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Dutch foundation launches project to tackle river plastic pollution
October 27, 2019 11:36 AM
ROTTERDAM (REUTERS) - A Dutch foundation devoted to fighting plastic pollution in the world's oceans on Saturday unveiled a new device designed to stop it from reaching the sea in the first place: by collecting and cleaning plastic waste from major rivers.
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ROTTERDAM (REUTERS) - A Dutch foundation devoted to fighting plastic pollution in the world's oceans on Saturday unveiled a new device designed to stop it from reaching the sea in the first place: by collecting and cleaning plastic waste from major rivers.
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US military targeted ISIS leader al-Baghdadi in a raid on Saturday
The US military targeted the leader of ISIS, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, in a raid in northwest Syria on Saturday, according to a senior US defense official. The CIA assisted in locating the ISIS leader, the official said.
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Fifteen killed, dozens wounded as Iraq protests flare for second day
October 27, 2019 11:23 AM
BAGHDAD (REUTERS) - At least 67 Iraqis were killed and hundreds wounded in two days of protests over the weekend, as demonstrators clashed with security forces and militia groups in a second wave of protests against Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi's government this month.
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BAGHDAD (REUTERS) - At least 67 Iraqis were killed and hundreds wounded in two days of protests over the weekend, as demonstrators clashed with security forces and militia groups in a second wave of protests against Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi's government this month.
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US President Trump to make a 'major statement' on Sunday: White House
October 27, 2019 11:00 AM
WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - US President Donald Trump plans to make a "major statement" at the White House at 9am local time (9pm Singapore time) on Sunday (Oct 27), White House spokesman Hogan Gidley said on Saturday.
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WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - US President Donald Trump plans to make a "major statement" at the White House at 9am local time (9pm Singapore time) on Sunday (Oct 27), White House spokesman Hogan Gidley said on Saturday.
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ISIS target believed to be Abu Bakr Al Baghdadi is killed in Syria: sources
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North Korea growing impatient with US, warns of 'exchange of fire at any moment' amid stalled talks
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Jokowi and Subianto: Why Indonesia's leader went from scorn to selfies
When Indonesia's president put his former rival in government many were left confused and concerned.
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Chile protests: president sacks whole cabinet after protests
President Piñera lifts overnight curfews after praising a huge peaceful demonstration in Santiago.
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As violence and vandalism escalate in Hong Kong, some protest supporters have had enough
For most of the summer, 25-year-old Jose was an ardent supporter of the protests raging in Hong Kong. Even when demonstrations became increasingly violent, she defended the protesters themselves -- they were provoked, or were fighting for a greater good, she would argue.
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More than 60 killed in second wave of Iraq's anti-government protests
At least 67 people have been killed during two days of protest in Iraq, after clashes between demonstrators, security forces and militia groups.
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Juliet Club: 'I help answer the world's love letters'
The people who spend time writing words of comfort and advice to love-struck people.
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Jane Fonda 'inspired by Greta Thunberg'
Actress Jane Fonda was arrested alongside fellow actor Ted Danson at a climate protest.
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Argentina election: Economy main issue for voters
With Argentina deep in recession, voters are desperate for a president who can fix the economy.
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Libya in chaos as endless war rumbles on
For years competing militias, rival governments and foreign players have been battling for control.
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A custody battle between parents who disagree on the gender of their 7-year-old draws attention of Texas politicians
A Dallas judge has ruled that both parents should have joint custody of a 7-year-old whose gender identity became central to their court battle, which drew attention from politicians across Texas.
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Kurt Cobain's green cardigan was sold for a record-breaking $334,000
Kurt Cobain's vintage, olive-green cardigan is not only legendary, it's now record-breaking.
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Syrian Kurds: 'The world has closed its eyes on us'
Syrian Kurds lament what they view as a betrayal over their US ally pulling out from the north.
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In a Quiet Corner, an Old Afghan Poet Polishes ‘the Heart’s Mirror’
For more than 50 years, Haidari Wujodi’s desk in a Kabul library has been a stop for those seeking escape from the violence outside.. via NYT World In a Quiet Corner, an Old Afghan Poet Polishes ‘the Heart’s Mirror’
Chinese Lease of Entire Island Is Deemed Illegal in Solomons
The sweeping deal, signed by the head of a provincial government and executives from a Beijing-based conglomerate, had shocked residents.. via NYT World Chinese Lease of Entire Island Is Deemed Illegal in Solomons
John Mbiti, 87, Dies; Punctured Myths About African Religions
A theologian and an Anglican priest, he argued that traditional African religions deserved the same respect as Christianity, Islam, Judaism and Buddhism.. via NYT World John Mbiti, 87, Dies; Punctured Myths About African Religions
She ran a personal best. Then she learned her hijab disqualified her
October 26, 2019 11:53 AM
WASHINGTON (WASHINGTON POST) The mood after the race was jubilant. Sixteen-year-old Noor Alexandra Abukaram, who had just run her best time yet, hugged her high school teammates as they realised they were headed to regionals.
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WASHINGTON (WASHINGTON POST) The mood after the race was jubilant. Sixteen-year-old Noor Alexandra Abukaram, who had just run her best time yet, hugged her high school teammates as they realised they were headed to regionals.
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Bolivians bang on pots and pans in protest at Morales election win
October 26, 2019 11:45 AM
LA PAZ (REUTERS) - Bolivians banged on pots and pans from windows and rooftops in the capital La Paz on Friday (Oct 25), protesting a controversial election count handing President Evo Morales a fourth consecutive term that would extend his rule to nearly two decades.
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LA PAZ (REUTERS) - Bolivians banged on pots and pans from windows and rooftops in the capital La Paz on Friday (Oct 25), protesting a controversial election count handing President Evo Morales a fourth consecutive term that would extend his rule to nearly two decades.
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Investigators spread blame in Lion Air crash, but mostly fault Boeing and FAA
The improper design and certification of the Boeing 737 Max 8 aircraft, coupled with an overwhelmed flight crew battling a malfunctioning system they could not properly identify, led to the crash of Lion Air Flight 610 in October, according to a report by Indonesian authorities.
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Ahead of Diwali, New Delhi residents fear they'll be choking on smog instead of celebrating
People across India are preparing for Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights. They're selling colorful lamps, cleaning and decorating homes, and buying clothes for the celebrations.
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One million Chileans march in Santiago, city grinds to halt
October 26, 2019 10:15 AM
SANTIAGO (REUTERS) - As many as a million Chileans protested peacefully late into the evening on Friday (Oct 25) in the capital Santiago in the biggest rallies yet since violence broke out a week ago over entrenched inequality in the South American nation.
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SANTIAGO (REUTERS) - As many as a million Chileans protested peacefully late into the evening on Friday (Oct 25) in the capital Santiago in the biggest rallies yet since violence broke out a week ago over entrenched inequality in the South American nation.
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California wildfires: Millions warned of possible power cut
An electricity firm says it may have to cut power amid forecasts of a "historic wind event".
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Facebook ad policy challenged by false claim Republican Graham backs Green New Deal
October 26, 2019 9:51 AM
SAN FRANCISCO (REUTERS) - A left-leaning political group is challenging Facebook's policy not to fact-check some political ads by running a spot that falsely claims Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has endorsed the Green New Deal, a plan by prominent Democrats.
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SAN FRANCISCO (REUTERS) - A left-leaning political group is challenging Facebook's policy not to fact-check some political ads by running a spot that falsely claims Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has endorsed the Green New Deal, a plan by prominent Democrats.
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Rudy Giuliani, overheard talking about need for cash, mistakenly calls NBC reporter
October 26, 2019 9:36 AM
WASHINGTON (NY TIMES) - Rudy Giuliani, President Donald Trump's personal lawyer and a key figure in the impeachment inquiry, managed to inadvertently telephone an NBC News reporter at 11 pm one night this month and leave a lengthy voice message filled with snippets of an overheard conversation.
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WASHINGTON (NY TIMES) - Rudy Giuliani, President Donald Trump's personal lawyer and a key figure in the impeachment inquiry, managed to inadvertently telephone an NBC News reporter at 11 pm one night this month and leave a lengthy voice message filled with snippets of an overheard conversation.
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67 Killed in Ethiopia Unrest, but Nobel-Winning Prime Minister Is Quiet
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, this year’s winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, was in Russia when the protests broke out and has yet to publicly comment on the violence.. via NYT World 67 Killed in Ethiopia Unrest, but Nobel-Winning Prime Minister Is Quiet
At least 40 killed as fresh protests engulf Iraq
October 26, 2019 9:26 AM
BAGHDAD (REUTERS) - At least 40 protesters were killed in Iraq on Friday (Oct 25) when security forces used tear gas and an Iranian-backed militia opened fire to try to quell renewed demonstrations against corruption and economic hardship, security sources said.
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BAGHDAD (REUTERS) - At least 40 protesters were killed in Iraq on Friday (Oct 25) when security forces used tear gas and an Iranian-backed militia opened fire to try to quell renewed demonstrations against corruption and economic hardship, security sources said.
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Viewpoint: What the ancient Greeks can teach us about Greta Thunberg trolls
Online abuse of women may seem like a modern issue, but these tactics go back millennia.
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How a social network could save democracy from deadlock
An online tool developed in Taiwan could help defuse political rows across the globe.
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Islamic State group: Will chaos in Syria allow IS to re-emerge?
Thousands of jihadists held in Kurdish-run detention centres pose a ticking time bomb for the West.
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Week in Pictures: 19 - 25 October 2019
A selection of the best news photographs from around the world, taken over the past week.
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Lebanon: Why are protests happening and what happens now?
For over a week now, protests across Lebanon have brought the country to a standstill and on Saturday activists are planning their biggest demonstration yet.
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Facebook launches news tab to support journalism
Facebook has launched "Facebook News", the latest attempt by the social media giant to support journalism on its site.
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US to keep some troops in Syria to protect oil fields
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Essex lorry deaths: The Vietnamese risking it all to get to the UK
At a migrant camp in France, a group of Vietnamese await the final leg of their dangerous journey.
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Microsoft wins US$10 billion Pentagon cloud contract, beating Amazon
October 26, 2019 7:50 AM
WASHINGTON (BLOOMBERG) - Microsoft was awarded a hotly contested contract valued at as much as US$10 billion (S$13.6 billion) to provide cloud computing services to the Pentagon, the Defense Department said in a statement on Friday night (Oct 25).
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WASHINGTON (BLOOMBERG) - Microsoft was awarded a hotly contested contract valued at as much as US$10 billion (S$13.6 billion) to provide cloud computing services to the Pentagon, the Defense Department said in a statement on Friday night (Oct 25).
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Bolsonaro to meet China's Xi in bid to balance ties with US
October 25, 2019 9:50 AM
BEIJING (BLOOMBERG) - Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is slated to meet Chinese leaders including Xi Jinping in Beijing, as the Latin American leader looks to balance his tilt toward the US.
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BEIJING (BLOOMBERG) - Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is slated to meet Chinese leaders including Xi Jinping in Beijing, as the Latin American leader looks to balance his tilt toward the US.
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Cage-to-plate: Hanoi's most popular snake restaurant beckons adventurous diners
Hungry parties can order the cobra, but diners with more moderate appetites will probably want to select a smaller snake from Nguyen Van Duc, a popular restaurant in Le Mat -- aka "Snake Village."
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Why would people from the world's second-biggest economy risk their lives to sneak into the UK?
The deaths of 39 Chinese people found in a truck in a UK industrial park this week has sparked horror and revulsion around the world.
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Southeast Asia's tallest skyscraper to open following 1MDB scandal setback
Southeast Asia's tallest skyscraper is set to open its doors more than four years after allegations emerged against the scandal-ridden state fund that first backed its construction.
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A high school athlete ran her personal best but was disqualified for her hijab
After crossing the finish line, a high school athlete's runner's high soon turned into a broken heart.
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Yesterday's news: Trump cancels subscriptions to New York Times, Washington Post
October 25, 2019 9:27 AM
WASHINGTON (AFP) - President Donald Trump doesn't like what he reads in two of America's biggest newspapers, The New York Times and Washington Post - so he won't be getting them any longer.
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WASHINGTON (AFP) - President Donald Trump doesn't like what he reads in two of America's biggest newspapers, The New York Times and Washington Post - so he won't be getting them any longer.
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In Northern Ireland, Brexit Deal Is Seen as ‘Betrayal’
Enraged by the deal’s plan to effectively put a border in the Irish Sea, hundreds of members of loyalist paramilitary groups met this week to discuss how to respond.. via NYT World In Northern Ireland, Brexit Deal Is Seen as ‘Betrayal’
Brazil robber refuses to take money from elderly woman, kisses her
October 25, 2019 8:58 AM
PIAUI (THE PHILIPPINE INQUIRER/ASIA NEWS NETWORK) - Maybe not all criminals are as heartless as they seem.
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PIAUI (THE PHILIPPINE INQUIRER/ASIA NEWS NETWORK) - Maybe not all criminals are as heartless as they seem.
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Ex-US 'Apprentice' contestant shared allegations of Trump's sexual assault in 2011, court filing states
Summer Zervos, the former "Apprentice" contestant who has accused Donald Trump of sexually assaulting her in 2007, presented evidence Thursday in a new court filing to back up her claims.
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Houston Astros fire executive Brandon Taubman over outburst at reporters
A Houston Astros executive accused of verbally accosting female journalists has been fired, the team said.
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Gaming star Shroud is leaving Twitch for Microsoft's Mixer
Competition between Amazon's livestreaming platform Twitch and Microsoft's Mixer is heating up. Mega Twitch star Shroud announced Thursday he will stream exclusively on Mixer, starting at 8PM ET.
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A hunter was gored by the deer he thought he shot and killed
An experienced Arkansas hunter was found severely injured in the woods Tuesday night, his body riddled with antler puncture wounds. He later died.
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Another round of intentional power shutoffs hits California as frustration grows
California's largest utility started yet another round of intentional power cuts to prevent its equipment from sparking wildfires, frustrating residents two weeks after it left nearly 1 million customers in the dark for days.
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Brexit's Catch 22: London awaits EU move as EU waits for UK's
October 25, 2019 8:19 AM
LONDON (BLOOMBERG) - Mr Boris Johnson's abrupt push for snap elections, and Mr Jeremy Corbyn's response that he will only agree if the European Union decides on Friday (Oct 25) to grant a comfortable Brexit extension, has put an obscure group of Brussels-based diplomats into an awkward position.
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LONDON (BLOOMBERG) - Mr Boris Johnson's abrupt push for snap elections, and Mr Jeremy Corbyn's response that he will only agree if the European Union decides on Friday (Oct 25) to grant a comfortable Brexit extension, has put an obscure group of Brussels-based diplomats into an awkward position.
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Trump suggests Kurds relocate as US considers deploying armored vehicles to protect oil fields
President Donald Trump tweeted Thursday that the US military would continue securing oil fields in Syria while also suggesting that America's onetime allies in the fight against ISIS, the Syrian Kurds, consider moving to the region that houses those oil fields, a move that would see them relocate from their traditional homelands to a desert area hundreds of miles away.
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Rose McGowan sues Harvey Weinstein for alleged campaign against her
One of Harvey Weinstein's most vocal accusers has filed suit against him and his former attorneys for allegedly attempting to discredit her rape claim against him.
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Painting stolen by the Nazis before WWII recovered from a New York museum
A painting that has been in a New York museum for decades has been recovered by the FBI because the Nazis stole it from a Jewish family that fled Germany before World War II.
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Why CEOs are paid so much
There is no shortage of headlines about CEOs getting paid seriously big money. Last week, for instance, it was revealed that Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella got a 66% raise, bringing his total compensation to nearly $43 million. And this summer Abigail Disney, an heir to the Disney fortune, publicly criticized CEO Bob Iger's $66 million pay package, which is more than 1,000 times the median pay of Disney employees.
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Chile says 'no chance' of riots derailing APEC, UN climate meet in Santiago
October 25, 2019 7:50 AM
SANTIAGO (REUTERS) - Chile, grappling with violent protests that rocked the capital Santiago for days, will not let the riots derail plans to host two major global meetings in coming months, Foreign Minister Teodoro Ribera said on Thursday (Oct 24).
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SANTIAGO (REUTERS) - Chile, grappling with violent protests that rocked the capital Santiago for days, will not let the riots derail plans to host two major global meetings in coming months, Foreign Minister Teodoro Ribera said on Thursday (Oct 24).
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Trump arrested if he shot someone? No says lawyer, yes says mayor
October 25, 2019 7:36 AM
NEW YORK (AFP) - Donald Trump's lawyers have claimed the president could shoot somebody on New York's Fifth Avenue and get away with it. The city's mayor disagrees.
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NEW YORK (AFP) - Donald Trump's lawyers have claimed the president could shoot somebody on New York's Fifth Avenue and get away with it. The city's mayor disagrees.
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Curiosity rover snaps new selfie while conducting a chemistry experiment
In between conducting scientific experiments on Mars, NASA's Curiosity rover paused to take a selfie.
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The Cost of Trump’s Aid Freeze in the Trenches of Ukraine’s War
As President Trump froze military aid to Ukraine and urged it to investigate his rivals, the country was struggling in a bare-bones fight against Russian-backed separatists.. via NYT World The Cost of Trump’s Aid Freeze in the Trenches of Ukraine’s War
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US prepares to officially withdraw from 2015 Paris Climate Agreement
October 24, 2019 11:40 AM
WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - The Trump administration is preparing the formal withdrawal of the United States from the Paris Agreement on climate change, according to three people briefed on the matter, a long-expected move that nevertheless remains a powerful signal to the world.
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WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - The Trump administration is preparing the formal withdrawal of the United States from the Paris Agreement on climate change, according to three people briefed on the matter, a long-expected move that nevertheless remains a powerful signal to the world.
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Want to limit climate change? Two months of global military spending could buy the world time
October 24, 2019 11:29 AM
SINGAPORE (BLOOMBERG) - US$300 billion (S$409 billion). That's the money needed to stop the rise in greenhouse gases and buy up to 20 years of time to fix global warming, according to United Nations climate scientists. It's the gross domestic product of Chile, or the world's military spending every 60 days.
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SINGAPORE (BLOOMBERG) - US$300 billion (S$409 billion). That's the money needed to stop the rise in greenhouse gases and buy up to 20 years of time to fix global warming, according to United Nations climate scientists. It's the gross domestic product of Chile, or the world's military spending every 60 days.
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Chile protests: Presidential apology fails to quell anger as death toll rises to 18
Protesters and police clashed once again in the Chilean capital Wednesday, after an apology from President Sebastian Pinera failed to temper escalating levels of violence on the streets which has so far led to at least 18 deaths.
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Donald Trump impeachment: Republicans storm secure hearing room
The Democrat-led impeachment investigation into Donald Trump was delayed for around four hours after a group of Republicans stormed the closed-door evidence session with a Defense Department official.
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Catholic priests in Colorado sexually abused at least 166 children in the past 70 years
At least 166 children were victimized by dozens of Catholic priests in Colorado since 1950, a report released Wednesday says.
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SoftBank shares continue to fall after WeWork bailout
SoftBank shares continued to slide Thursday after the company announced its massive WeWork bailout.
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Zuckerberg tries to ease concerns over controversial Libra currency
Mark Zuckerberg will pull Facebook out of the controversial Libra digital currency project if other founding members decide to press ahead without US approval.
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More details emerge of man who died in burning Tesla in US
October 24, 2019 10:12 AM
WASHINGTON (WASHINGTON POST) - Omar Awan was driving his dream car when he lost control. The sleek, blue Model S Tesla careened across a road in South Florida and slammed into a palm tree.
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WASHINGTON (WASHINGTON POST) - Omar Awan was driving his dream car when he lost control. The sleek, blue Model S Tesla careened across a road in South Florida and slammed into a palm tree.
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'There could be a war': Protests over elections roil Bolivia
October 24, 2019 9:55 AM
LA PAZ, BOLIVIA (NYTIMES) - President Evo Morales of Bolivia on Wednesday (Oct 23) claimed that he won Sunday's election by a margin wide enough to avoid a runoff, escalating a dispute over a vote marred by allegations of irregularities and by violent clashes.
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LA PAZ, BOLIVIA (NYTIMES) - President Evo Morales of Bolivia on Wednesday (Oct 23) claimed that he won Sunday's election by a margin wide enough to avoid a runoff, escalating a dispute over a vote marred by allegations of irregularities and by violent clashes.
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Democrats prepare to move Trump impeachment inquiry onto public stage
October 24, 2019 9:34 AM
WASHINGTON (WASHINGTON POST) - House Democrats are preparing to move their largely private impeachment inquiry onto a more public stage as soon as mid-November and are already grappling with how best to present the complex Ukraine saga to the American people.
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WASHINGTON (WASHINGTON POST) - House Democrats are preparing to move their largely private impeachment inquiry onto a more public stage as soon as mid-November and are already grappling with how best to present the complex Ukraine saga to the American people.
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Jho Low parts with London lingerie office over 1MDB claims, in latest bust-up with US officials
October 24, 2019 9:25 AM
LONDON (BLOOMBERG) - The London office used by Malaysian financier Low Taek Jho for his luxury lingerie company will be sold while he continues to fight US claims that the property is one of many acquired with money stolen from the 1MDB investment fund.
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LONDON (BLOOMBERG) - The London office used by Malaysian financier Low Taek Jho for his luxury lingerie company will be sold while he continues to fight US claims that the property is one of many acquired with money stolen from the 1MDB investment fund.
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The skeletons of a woman and child were discovered under the Tower of London's chapel
Archaeologists unearthed two 500-year-old skeletons of a woman and child underneath the Tower of London's chapel, the curator of the Historic Royal Palaces announced.
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Four victim families reach a settlement with Boeing after Lion Air plane crash
Nearly a year after the Lion Air plane crash killed 189 people, four victim families reached a settlement with Boeing, the families' attorney tells CNN Business.
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British police launch murder investigation after discovery of 39 bodies in a container
October 24, 2019 8:58 AM
LONDON (WASHINGTON POST) - British police launched one of the country's biggest ever murder investigations on Wednesday (Oct 23) after 39 bodies were found inside a tractor-trailer on an industrial estate in south-east England.
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LONDON (WASHINGTON POST) - British police launched one of the country's biggest ever murder investigations on Wednesday (Oct 23) after 39 bodies were found inside a tractor-trailer on an industrial estate in south-east England.
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He revolutionized how millions of people spend money in India. His next target: America
To say that Vijay Shekhar Sharma is ambitious is an understatement. The founder of Paytm, India's largest digital payments company, has already revolutionized the way 400 million people spend money — whether it's buying dinner, paying an electric bill or sending money to a friend.
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Rats trained to drive tiny cars find it relaxing, scientists report
October 24, 2019 8:35 AM
WASHINGTON (AFP) - Sometimes life really can be a rat race.
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WASHINGTON (AFP) - Sometimes life really can be a rat race.
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The man accused of running Asia's biggest drug trafficking syndicate has been revealed. Here's what needs to happen next
The Sam Gor syndicate and its leader, Tse Chi Lop, stand accused of running what is arguably the biggest drug-trafficking operation in Asia's history.
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Trump's lies on Syria were jaw-dropping
President Donald Trump stood in front of the microphone in the White House Diplomatic Reception Room and strafed the world with a barrage of lies and nonsensical, self-serving claims. We've seen it before, but the spectacle Trump served on Wednesday when he bragged and boasted about his great achievement in Syria was even more grotesque than usual, because he sought to paint what has been a calamity for America's Kurdish friends -- and for US standing in the world -- as a great personal triumph.
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Google accused of creating spy tool to squelch worker dissent
October 24, 2019 7:54 AM
EDINBURGH (BLOOMBERG) - Google employees are accusing the company's leadership of developing an internal surveillance tool that they believe will be used to monitor workers' attempts to organise protests and discuss labour rights.
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EDINBURGH (BLOOMBERG) - Google employees are accusing the company's leadership of developing an internal surveillance tool that they believe will be used to monitor workers' attempts to organise protests and discuss labour rights.
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Getting Brexit deal over finish line only the first in a series of challenges for British PM Johnson
October 24, 2019 7:47 AM
LONDON (NYTIMES) - Should Prime Minister Boris Johnson persuade Parliament to pass his Brexit deal - to "get Brexit done", as he promised - it would seem to bring a successful end to the most difficult chapter of his career.
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LONDON (NYTIMES) - Should Prime Minister Boris Johnson persuade Parliament to pass his Brexit deal - to "get Brexit done", as he promised - it would seem to bring a successful end to the most difficult chapter of his career.
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Country singer reveals how she handles husband's infidelity
Country music singer Jana Kramer and her ex-nfl husband Mike Caussin open up about infidelity in their marriage during an interview on ABC's "Tamron Hall Show."
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Mom who went viral speaks out on shocking find that led to her warning to parents of white sons
Mother and writer Joanna Schroeder has a warning for parents of teen and tween white boys: If you don't pay attention to their online lives, white supremacists will. CNN's Sara Sidner reports.
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Elaborate attempt to outsource murder ends in prison time
A Chinese court has sentenced six men over their part in a botched attempt to "outsource" a contract killing through an elaborate chain of intermediaries.
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Hong Kong releases murder suspect who sparked protest crisis
Chan Tong-kai's case led to plans for changes to extradition law, triggering broad anti-government protests.
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House Rules: 'Bullied' reality TV star wins payout in Australia
Nicole Prince said she suffered abuse after being unfairly portrayed on a hit home makeover show.
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'Permanent' Turkey-Syria cease-fire possible as temporary peace agreement ends, Pence says
"'Permanent' Turkey-Syria cease-fire possible as temporary peace agreement ends, Pence says"
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Money, power and politics on trial in ExxonMobil court case
A very interesting trial began today in the New York State Supreme Court in lower Manhattan.
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Six Chinese men jailed over contracting botched hit job
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China may replace Carrie Lam as Hong Kong chief, report says
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Far-right 'Proud Boys' jailed over New York City clash with anti-fascists
Two members of the group get four-year sentences for assaulting left-wing activists a year ago.
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William Taylor, 'model' diplomat, is at centre of impeachment inquiry
October 23, 2019 8:40 AM
WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - When Secretary of State Mike Pompeo asked Mr William Taylor, a highly respected former diplomat, to become America's top diplomat in Ukraine in June, Mr Taylor initially hesitated.
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WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - When Secretary of State Mike Pompeo asked Mr William Taylor, a highly respected former diplomat, to become America's top diplomat in Ukraine in June, Mr Taylor initially hesitated.
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EU set to approve Brexit extension, but what will it look like?
October 23, 2019 8:36 AM
BRUSSELS (REUTERS) - Will the other members of the European Union (EU) grant Britain an extension to leave the bloc beyond its Oct 31 deadline and if they do, what will the delay look like?
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BRUSSELS (REUTERS) - Will the other members of the European Union (EU) grant Britain an extension to leave the bloc beyond its Oct 31 deadline and if they do, what will the delay look like?
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Trump's G-7 and trade adviser Kelly Ann Shaw to leave White House
October 23, 2019 8:32 AM
WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - President Donald Trump's G-7 and trade adviser Kelly Ann Shaw is leaving the Trump administration for a position in the private sector, White House officials said on Tuesday (Oct 22), marking the departure of one of the most senior women on the President's economic team.
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WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - President Donald Trump's G-7 and trade adviser Kelly Ann Shaw is leaving the Trump administration for a position in the private sector, White House officials said on Tuesday (Oct 22), marking the departure of one of the most senior women on the President's economic team.
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Zuckerberg heads back to Capitol Hill with Facebook under more scrutiny than ever
A slew of policy changes this week at Facebook show how the social media giant can act decisively on pressing public policy matters — when it chooses to.
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How a dead whale gave new life to the debate over dams in the Pacific Northwest
One image was clear -- a dead orca calf being carried across the ocean by its apparently grief-stricken mother. The calf may well have died from malnutrition. The Southern Resident Killer Whales in its pod are facing a critical shortage of their main food source: fat, juicy salmon.
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Always is taking the female symbol off its packaging to be inclusive of transgender and nonbinary customers
Always sanitary products will remove the Venus symbol, historically used to represent the female sex, from its products to be inclusive of transgender and nonbinary customers.
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You might want to change the time of day you take your blood pressure medicine
You may want to take your blood pressure medicine at bedtime rather than when you get up in the morning, according to a study published Tuesday in the European Heart Journal.
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Chipotle's supply of carne asada is running low
Chipotle is expecting to run out of its popular new meat dish, carne asada, late next month or in early December — but it's not worried, the marinated steak has served its purpose.
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McDonald's shares fall 5% as competition heats up
Growth at McDonald's missed some expectations in the third quarter, suggesting that the chain is feeling the heat from competitors who are getting aggressive on breakfast and plant-based menu items.
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New Zealand navy to allow male personnel to wear fake eyelashes and makeup
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Hong Kong protesters crash NBA opening night party
October 23, 2019 8:00 AM
TORONTO (REUTERS) - Hong Kong pro-democracy supporters crashed the NBA's opening night party on Tuesday (Oct 22) handing out thousands of black t-shirts as the Toronto Raptors prepared to begin the defence of their championship title against the New Orleans Pelicans.
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TORONTO (REUTERS) - Hong Kong pro-democracy supporters crashed the NBA's opening night party on Tuesday (Oct 22) handing out thousands of black t-shirts as the Toronto Raptors prepared to begin the defence of their championship title against the New Orleans Pelicans.
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Trump: Diplomat's 'devastating' testimony at impeachment hearing
Donald Trump released security aid to Ukraine on the proviso Kiev publicly declared it would carry out politically motivated investigations that he sought, a top diplomat has testified he was told.
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Turkey: Which countries export arms to Turkey?
Some European countries have suspended arms sales to Turkey, so where does it gets its weapons?
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Sourav Ganguly: Can former India captain score big as cricket chief?
The former captain takes over BCCI, India's cricket board, kicking off a new chapter in its history.
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Despite vow to end 'endless wars,' here's where about 200,000 US troops remain
October 22, 2019 9:11 AM
WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - US President Donald Trump has repeatedly promised to end what he calls America's "endless wars," fulfilling a promise he made during the campaign.
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WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - US President Donald Trump has repeatedly promised to end what he calls America's "endless wars," fulfilling a promise he made during the campaign.
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ISIS reaps gains of US pullout from Syria
October 22, 2019 9:11 AM
NEW YORK (NYTIMES) - US forces and their Kurdish-led partners in Syria had been conducting as many as a dozen counter-terrorism missions a day against Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) militants, officials said.
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NEW YORK (NYTIMES) - US forces and their Kurdish-led partners in Syria had been conducting as many as a dozen counter-terrorism missions a day against Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) militants, officials said.
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The return of the 'blob': Hawaii's reefs threatened by marine heat wave
October 22, 2019 8:54 AM
HONOLULU, HAWAII (NYTIMES) - The ocean off the Pacific Coast is simmering, threatening coral reefs and livelihoods around Hawaii and causing many to worry of worse to come.
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HONOLULU, HAWAII (NYTIMES) - The ocean off the Pacific Coast is simmering, threatening coral reefs and livelihoods around Hawaii and causing many to worry of worse to come.
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'Horror and shame': US senators, Kurdish leader call for Turkey sanctions
October 22, 2019 8:47 AM
WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - US lawmakers kept up their push on Monday (Oct 21) to impose sanctions on Turkey if it does not end its offensive in north-eastern Syria, and a leading Kurdish politician called on US President Donald Trump to stop the "ethnic cleansing" of her people.
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WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - US lawmakers kept up their push on Monday (Oct 21) to impose sanctions on Turkey if it does not end its offensive in north-eastern Syria, and a leading Kurdish politician called on US President Donald Trump to stop the "ethnic cleansing" of her people.
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Turkey Syria offensive: Some US troops to stay, says Trump
The president's comments come despite him insisting he wants them all pulled out.
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Harry and Meghan opened the door to a side of royal life we don't often see
Every family has their ups and their downs, and Britain's royal family are no exception -- we just don't normally hear about them.
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There are more wealthy Chinese than Americans for the first time
For the first time, there are more rich Chinese than Americans in the top 10%.
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All US armored vehicles evacuating northeast Syria have arrived in Iraq, defense official says
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Naruhito: Japan's emperor to ascend throne in ritual-bound ceremony
The elaborate ceremony will be conducted in the presence of an ancient sword and jewel.
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Trump rages over Republican defections as Democrat impeachment inquiry gathers steam
October 22, 2019 8:21 AM
WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - US President Donald Trump, increasingly embittered by an impeachment inquiry that Democrats are intensifying by the day, complained on Monday (Oct 21) that Republicans were not united enough in defending him against what he called "vicious" adversaries bent on removing him.
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WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - US President Donald Trump, increasingly embittered by an impeachment inquiry that Democrats are intensifying by the day, complained on Monday (Oct 21) that Republicans were not united enough in defending him against what he called "vicious" adversaries bent on removing him.
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US wins court seizure of North Korean cargo vessel
October 22, 2019 8:11 AM
NEW YORK (BLOOMBERG) - The US won a court battle to take control of a North Korean cargo ship that had been used to sell coal and import heavy machinery, skirting economic sanctions on the country.
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NEW YORK (BLOOMBERG) - The US won a court battle to take control of a North Korean cargo ship that had been used to sell coal and import heavy machinery, skirting economic sanctions on the country.
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LA evacuations ordered as fire threatens million-dollar homes
A fire in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles, California, has burned more than 30 acres of brush and is threatening homes on the hillside, city fire officials said Monday.
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These Trump photos posted on private Instagram raise eyebrows
The Wall Street Journal has uncovered photos on a private Instagram page that shows indicted Rudy Giuliani associate, Lev Parnas, with President Donald Trump and members of his family.
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Virus could be the cause of mysterious polio-like illness, study says
Researchers found evidence of what might cause acute flaccid myelitis, known as AFM, a rare polio-like illness that affects children. According to a study published Monday in the journal Nature Medicine, a virus seems to be the culprit.
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Singer Maggie Rogers stands up to heckler who told her to 'take her shirt off'
After being heckled on stage and told to "free the nips" at a Texas concert on Saturday, singer Maggie Rogers voiced her anger about the harassment and shared a message of strength.
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Researchers discover Japanese carrier from the World War II Battle of Midway
A team of deep-sea explorers and historians have discovered a Japanese aircraft carrier that sank during the historic Battle of Midway in World War II.
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Lonely Planet reveals best destinations for 2020
Bhutan, Washington D.C., and Galway, Ireland are just a few of the places Lonely Planet thinks you should go in 2020, and they based much of this year's list on one key detail.
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Man in MAGA hat sprays Trump protesters with bear repellant
A man wearing a "Make America Great Again" hat blasted anti-Trump protesters on Santa Monica Pier with bear repellent.
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Veteran in hospice got to see his dog one last time
When a veteran was admitted to hospice care last week, he had only one last wish: to say goodbye to his beloved dog, Patch.
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Why Botswana's election could be decided by elephants and diamonds
The BDP has won every election in Botswana since independence in 1966, but this year there is a real chance that could change.
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Trump says he's most promoted person 'ever'
October 22, 2019 7:51 AM
WASHINGTON (AFP) - US President Donald Trump on Monday (Oct 21) said his much-criticised attempt to stage the G-7 at one of his golf courses was not intended to promote his business brand, arguing he's too famous to "need promotion."
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WASHINGTON (AFP) - US President Donald Trump on Monday (Oct 21) said his much-criticised attempt to stage the G-7 at one of his golf courses was not intended to promote his business brand, arguing he's too famous to "need promotion."
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Gay marriage, abortion laws liberalised in Northern Ireland
October 22, 2019 7:44 AM
BELFAST (AFP) - Same-sex marriage and abortion laws in Northern Ireland were liberalised on Monday (Oct 21) in a landmark shift for the province aimed at bringing it into line with mainland Britain but which has stoked resentment.
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BELFAST (AFP) - Same-sex marriage and abortion laws in Northern Ireland were liberalised on Monday (Oct 21) in a landmark shift for the province aimed at bringing it into line with mainland Britain but which has stoked resentment.
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British PM Boris Johnson finally gets to put his Brexit deal to the vote
October 22, 2019 7:34 AM
LONDON (BLOOMBERG) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will find out Tuesday evening (Oct 22) whether he has any chance of getting his Brexit deal through Parliament - and whether he can do it ahead of his Oct 31 deadline.
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LONDON (BLOOMBERG) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will find out Tuesday evening (Oct 22) whether he has any chance of getting his Brexit deal through Parliament - and whether he can do it ahead of his Oct 31 deadline.
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Sunday, October 20, 2019
Trump must get it together to avoid another disastrous week
Donald Trump is under severe pressure after a disastrous run which saw his impeachment defense shredded by current and ex-officials and, most stunningly, by his own acting White House chief of staff.
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Hacks 'carried out by Russian group disguised as Iranian cyber spies'
Suspected Russia-linked hackers have attacked dozens of countries, including Britain, disguised as Iranian cyber spies, UK and US intelligence agencies have revealed.
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Prince Harry appears to hint at rift between him and Prince William
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Blasts demolish cranes as search for bodies begins in collapsed hotel
Controlled explosions have been set off to topple two cranes that had loomed precariously for days over a partially collapsed hotel in New Orleans.
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Confusion over details of US-brokered cease-fire in Syria as new fighting breaks out
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Kurdish military leader says his fighters still want to work with US, accuses Turkey of 'violating' cease-fire, 'ethnic cleansing'
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Buckle up -- Canada's election will be a cliffhanger
Nasty. It is not a word associated much with Canada -- except perhaps with the winters here. But during this election campaign, nastiness has been one of the only unifying themes, as parties trade insults and dig up scandals from coast to coast to coast.
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US House speaker Pelosi makes unannounced visit to Afghanistan
October 21, 2019 10:06 AM
WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi and other senior members of Congress made an unannounced visit to Afghanistan on Sunday (Oct 20), her office said.
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WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi and other senior members of Congress made an unannounced visit to Afghanistan on Sunday (Oct 20), her office said.
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Chilean state of emergency extended around country after at least seven die in riots
October 21, 2019 9:54 AM
SANTIAGO (REUTERS) - Chile´s government will extend a state of emergency to cities in its north and south after at least seven people died amid violent clashes and arson attacks over the weekend, the interior minister said on Sunday (Oct 20) night.
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SANTIAGO (REUTERS) - Chile´s government will extend a state of emergency to cities in its north and south after at least seven people died amid violent clashes and arson attacks over the weekend, the interior minister said on Sunday (Oct 20) night.
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In another about-turn, Trump said to favour leaving a few hundred troops in eastern Syria
October 21, 2019 9:50 AM
WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - President Donald Trump is leaning in favour of a new Pentagon plan to keep a small contingent of US troops in eastern Syria, perhaps numbering about 200, to combat the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) group and block the advance of Syrian government and Russian forces into the region's coveted oil fields, a senior administration official said.
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WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - President Donald Trump is leaning in favour of a new Pentagon plan to keep a small contingent of US troops in eastern Syria, perhaps numbering about 200, to combat the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) group and block the advance of Syrian government and Russian forces into the region's coveted oil fields, a senior administration official said.
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Lindsey Graham does not rule out the possibility of Trump impeachment if new evidence emerges
In another sign of the dangerous predicament facing President Donald Trump, his longtime ally Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham said in an interview that aired Sunday night that he could not rule out the possibility of impeachment if new evidence emerges.
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Bolivia elections: Evo Morales to face Carlos Mesa in run-off vote
Evo Morales leads in Sunday's presidential election but not enough to avoid a run-off.
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Mark Esperanto? Trump misnames his Defence Secretary in a tweet
October 21, 2019 9:28 AM
WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - United States President Donald Trump shared an update from his Defence Secretary that outlined "minor skirmishes" between Turkish and Kurdish fighters in northern Syria as US troops make their way out of the area. It might have passed by with little notice in the rushing current of Trump's Twitter stream, but for one thing.
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WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - United States President Donald Trump shared an update from his Defence Secretary that outlined "minor skirmishes" between Turkish and Kurdish fighters in northern Syria as US troops make their way out of the area. It might have passed by with little notice in the rushing current of Trump's Twitter stream, but for one thing.
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Australian newspapers black out front pages in 'secrecy' protest
The nation's biggest media rivals unite to protest against what they say is government secrecy.
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Hillary Clinton posts parody Kennedy letter mocking Trump
October 21, 2019 8:55 AM
WASHINGTON (AFP) - Hillary Clinton on Sunday (Oct 20) posted a joke letter on Twitter supposedly sent by John F. Kennedy during the 1962 Cuban missile crisis, written in the excitable style of US President Donald Trump's recent letter to Turkey.
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WASHINGTON (AFP) - Hillary Clinton on Sunday (Oct 20) posted a joke letter on Twitter supposedly sent by John F. Kennedy during the 1962 Cuban missile crisis, written in the excitable style of US President Donald Trump's recent letter to Turkey.
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The teenagers so addicted to cellphones they're going to detox centers
It was 4 a.m. when 16-year-old Yoo Chae-rin realized she had been on her phone for 13 hours. In less than three hours, she had to be up for school.
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Kurdish military leader: US military needs to stay in Northern Syria
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Five things to know about Canada's general election
Will Canadians give Justin Trudeau a second chance when they head to the polls on 21 October?
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In Pictures: Sudan's lost Jewish community
A recent call from Sudan that Jewish people could return shines a light on a once thriving community.
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Fire chickens and sea pigs: The artist bringing Chinese words to life
Frankie Huang translates the literal names of Chinese animals into whimsical works of art.
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Britain's Prince Harry: 'I will not be bullied into playing a game that killed my mum'
October 21, 2019 7:50 AM
LONDON (REUTERS) - Britain's Prince Harry has said the memory of his mother Diana's death more than two decades ago was still incredibly raw and he would not be bullied into"playing the game" with the media that he believes killed her.
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LONDON (REUTERS) - Britain's Prince Harry has said the memory of his mother Diana's death more than two decades ago was still incredibly raw and he would not be bullied into"playing the game" with the media that he believes killed her.
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Saturday, October 19, 2019
Why Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez endorsed Bernie Sanders
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez never hid from the fact that choosing between Sens. Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren would be a difficult one as she weighed her 2020 presidential endorsement.
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Egypt unveils discovery of 30 ancient coffins with mummies inside
Egyptian authorities on Saturday revealed the contents of 30 ancient wooden coffins discovered in Luxor and yes, they include mummies.
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11 juicy details from Elton John's new memoir
If you saw "Rocketman," you know that Elton John overcame shyness and a nasty drug problem to become one of the biggest and most enduring pop stars in the world.
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Parliament delays Brexit vote, prolonging agony
October 20, 2019 9:48 AM
LONDON (NYTIMES) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson suffered a stinging defeat on Saturday (Oct 19) as Parliament rebuffed his campaign to take Britain out of the European Union by the end of the month and forced him to seek an extension that he had vowed never to pursue.
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LONDON (NYTIMES) - Prime Minister Boris Johnson suffered a stinging defeat on Saturday (Oct 19) as Parliament rebuffed his campaign to take Britain out of the European Union by the end of the month and forced him to seek an extension that he had vowed never to pursue.
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Trump campaign floods web with ads, raking in cash as Democrats struggle
October 20, 2019 9:39 AM
WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - On any given day, President Donald Trump's campaign is plastering ads all over Facebook, YouTube and the millions of sites served by Google, hitting the kind of incendiary themes - immigrant invaders, the corrupt media - that play best on platforms where algorithms favour outrage and political campaigns are free to disregard facts.
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WASHINGTON (NYTIMES) - On any given day, President Donald Trump's campaign is plastering ads all over Facebook, YouTube and the millions of sites served by Google, hitting the kind of incendiary themes - immigrant invaders, the corrupt media - that play best on platforms where algorithms favour outrage and political campaigns are free to disregard facts.
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FBI toxicology tests find no evidence of foul play in deaths of 3 Americans in the Dominican Republic
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Barcelona mayor pleads for violence in Catalonia to stop amid pro-independence protests
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Boris Johnson sends Brexit delay letter to EU: A look at the text
October 20, 2019 9:00 AM
LONDON (REUTERS) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson sent an unsigned letter to the European Union on Saturday (Oct 19) requesting a Brexit delay alongside a separate note saying that he did not want an extension, a British government source said.
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LONDON (REUTERS) - British Prime Minister Boris Johnson sent an unsigned letter to the European Union on Saturday (Oct 19) requesting a Brexit delay alongside a separate note saying that he did not want an extension, a British government source said.
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Brazil environment: Clean-up on beaches affected by oil spill
Thousands of people work to remove oil and tar from beaches as source of spill remains unclear.
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This high school football coach disarmed a student. Then he hugged him.
A high school football and track coach in Portland, Oregon, was celebrated as a hero earlier this year after he disarmed a student with a shotgun.
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The Japanese student who knocked on the wrong door
An exchange student got lost in Louisiana at Halloween in 1992 - his parents are still processing what happened.
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Kenya's Brigid Kosgei: School dropout, mother of twins and world record-holder
Women's marathon world record holder Brigid Kosgei says her difficult childhood keeps her on track.
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Are US billionaires really going to pay more tax?
For years, the assumption has been that most Americans are anti-tax, but are attitudes changing?
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Does Zimbabwe have force labour in its diamond mines?
The US government has banned the import of rough diamonds, but Zimbabwe says the claims are unfounded.
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Elton John: 'I still want my dad's approval'
The star lifts the curtain on his life and career, and reveals what he'll do after his farewell tour.
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Eritrea - where ATMs are unknown and Sim cards are like gold dust
A BBC team gets rare access to Eritrea, often described as one of the most repressive states in Africa.
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Dumplings without pork? Swine fever is hitting Chinese consumers
African swine fever has ravaged China's pig population, and the country's consumers are feeling the pain. Some are even switching to other meats as the dietary staple becomes unaffordable.
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The 'Joker' stairs might be New York's latest tourist attraction
Are the "Joker" stairs the new "Rocky" stairs? Maybe.
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Watch Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon reenact a scene from 'Friends'
It's been almost 20 years, but Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston still got it.
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Kim Kardashian West asks Texas governor to 'do the right thing' for death row inmate
Kim Kardashian West is joining the fight to save a Texas death row inmate set to be executed next month.
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Halloween's coming so here are 7 movies to scream...uh stream in honor of the holiday
Don't read any further if you frighten easily.
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Friday, October 18, 2019
Republicans' frustration with Trump is rising
October 19, 2019 9:27 AM
WASHINGTON (WASHINGTON POST)- A growing number of congressional Republicans expressed exasperation Friday (Oct 18) over what they view as President Donald Trump's indefensible behaviour, a sign that the president's stranglehold on his party is starting to weaken as Congress hurtles toward a historic impeachment vote.
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WASHINGTON (WASHINGTON POST)- A growing number of congressional Republicans expressed exasperation Friday (Oct 18) over what they view as President Donald Trump's indefensible behaviour, a sign that the president's stranglehold on his party is starting to weaken as Congress hurtles toward a historic impeachment vote.
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Boeing pilots' messages on 737 MAX safety raise new questions
October 19, 2019 9:15 AM
WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - A Boeing senior pilot said he might have unintentionally misled regulators, in a series of internal messages from 2016 that became public Friday (Oct 18), plunging the world's largest airplane maker into a fresh crisis.
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WASHINGTON (REUTERS) - A Boeing senior pilot said he might have unintentionally misled regulators, in a series of internal messages from 2016 that became public Friday (Oct 18), plunging the world's largest airplane maker into a fresh crisis.
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Unmasked: 18 women on new list of Europe's most-wanted fugitives
Europol has revealed the names of Europe's most-wanted fugitives - and 18 of the 21 criminals on the list are women.
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Secretive Imperial Palace opens its doors
Ethiopia's Imperial Palace has witnessed torture, plotting and the planning of brutal conquests. Now it's been opened to the public by Ethiopia's charismatic leader, Abiy Ahmed, to boost tourism and help the country move on from its turbulent past.
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GOP lawmaker on quid pro quo: It's serious and troubling
Following acting White House chief of staff Mick Mulvaney's admission that the Trump administration's Ukraine arrangement was a quid pro quo, CNN's Poppy Harlow presses Rep. Francis Rooney (R-FL) on his thoughts about impeaching President Donald Trump.
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Meghan, Duchess of Sussex opens up in emotional interview on the pressures of being a mom in the spotlight
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex gave a rare glimpse into her personal life when she admitted that she has struggled to deal with the repercussions of being a new mother in the spotlight.
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Honduran President's brother found guilty of drug trafficking charges
The brother of Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández was found guilty of trafficking cocaine Friday, according to the US Department of Justice.
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Tropical Storm Nestor could bring some relief to areas of parched South
Heavy rain from Tropical Storm Nestor was inundating portions of the Gulf Coast on Friday night, the National Hurricane Center. That could be good news for inland residents who endured a dry and hot September.
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Mysterious move strips elites of penthouse views
North Korea has blocked windows in several high-rise buildings in Pyongyang in what experts believe is an attempt to crack down on spying. CNN's Brian Todd reports.
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A man missing for a week is found alive inside his wrecked car at the bottom of a gully
A Missouri man who'd been missing for a week was found at the bottom of a ravine by a biker.
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China denies asking NBA to fire Houston Rockets general manager
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Meghan Markle gets emotional over being a new mother while living in the spotlight
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Swiss election: Why melting Alps could create a green wave
Greens are hoping to come second in Sunday's Swiss elections, eyeing a climate change opportunity.
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'A stray baseball cracked my skull'
Fans have been left permanently disabled or even killed by rogue baseballs. So what's to be done?
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Bolivia election: An uncertain future for Evo Morales
Evo Morales is running for a fourth consecutive term in office but his rivals say enough is enough.
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Exarchia: How Airbnb angered Greek anarchists
Home rentals site Airbnb sparked a heated debate about sustainable tourism in an Athens district known for its radical politics.
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Is the Trump campaign spending $1m a week on ads?
Elizabeth Warren made the claim and accused Facebook of taking cash, "no questions asked".
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After years searching, I found my sister next door
Hillary and Dawn were strangers who shared a driveway - until Hillary made a life-altering discovery.
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Spikes - and other ways disabled people combat unwanted touching
When Bronwyn Berg found herself being manhandled once again, she decided to add spikes to her wheelchair to prevent a repeat.
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Yikes! Fox and rodent battle is top wildlife photo
A shot of a predator-prey confrontation wins the 2019 Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.
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Yasuke: The mysterious African samurai
Yasuke was entrusted with decapitating his Japanese lord - a huge honour 500 years ago.
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The real (and fake) sex lives of Bella Thorne
The actress Bella Thorne opens up about sexuality, pornography, depression and feminism.
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Thursday, October 17, 2019
Trump to host G-7 at his golf resort: A look at where other countries hosted the summit
October 18, 2019 11:38 AM
WASHINGTON (WASHINGTON POST) - The Trump National Doral Miami is a four-star resort hotel set on a sprawling 800 acres of land just eight miles from Miami International Airport.
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WASHINGTON (WASHINGTON POST) - The Trump National Doral Miami is a four-star resort hotel set on a sprawling 800 acres of land just eight miles from Miami International Airport.
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Tharman receives international leadership award for contributions to global economy
October 18, 2019 11:27 AM
WASHINGTON - Senior Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam was recognised for his contributions to global financial governance and public service with a leadership award from an international finance industry association on Thursday (Oct 17).
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WASHINGTON - Senior Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam was recognised for his contributions to global financial governance and public service with a leadership award from an international finance industry association on Thursday (Oct 17).
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Mar-a-Lago again under fire for hosting group that promoted Islamophobia
October 18, 2019 11:25 AM
NEW YORK (NY TIMES) - For the second time in two weeks, the Trump Organisation faced calls to cancel a planned event at Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump's private club in Palm Beach, Florida, because the event was being organised by a group that has espoused anti-Muslim views.
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NEW YORK (NY TIMES) - For the second time in two weeks, the Trump Organisation faced calls to cancel a planned event at Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump's private club in Palm Beach, Florida, because the event was being organised by a group that has espoused anti-Muslim views.
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