Four things to expect this week

Two major new building projects open at last, and a huge trial begins in Asia.

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India election 2019: Rahul Gandhi to contest from two seats

The Congress party president will for the first time contest India's election from a southern state.

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Kim Jong-nam murder: Vietnamese woman pleads guilty to lesser charge

Doan Thi Huong pleads guilty to a lesser charge of causing injury, and could be freed as soon as May.

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Who Is Lucy Flores, the Woman Accusing Joe Biden of Kissing Her?

By MATT STEVENS and SYDNEY EMBER from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2I86XNn

Joe Biden Scrambles to Stem Crisis After Lucy Flores’s Allegation

By SYDNEY EMBER and JONATHAN MARTIN from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2uEOz6y

Why Courtrooms Are Kryptonite for Alex Jones

By CHARLIE WARZEL from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/2I3sqH9

On ‘S.N.L.,’ Trump, Mueller and Barr Interpret the Final Report Very Differently

By DAVE ITZKOFF from NYT Arts https://nyti.ms/2uDhVCs

Billie Eilish Is Not Your Typical 17-Year-Old Pop Star. Get Used to Her.

By JOE COSCARELLI from NYT Arts https://nyti.ms/2I4dmsB

Japan reveals name of new imperial era will be 'Reiwa'

Japan's current era will end in a month when Emperor Akihito steps down in a historic abdication.

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New world news from Time: The Accused Pleads Guilty to a Lesser Charge in the Killing of Kim Jong Un’s Brother

New world news from Time: A Comedian is Leading the Presidential Election in Ukraine

New world news from Time: Nationwide Blackouts Are the New Normal in Venezuela as Power Goes Out Again

New world news from Time: Japan Is Set to Announce the Name of a New Era for Its Next Emperor

Rapper Nipsey Hussle shot dead in Los Angeles

The Grammy-nominated rapper was shot outside his clothing shop in South Central Los Angeles.

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What Happens When Women Stop Leading Like Men

By TINA BROWN from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/2JTahOF

Venezuela crisis: Opposition's Guaidó awaits army support

Juan Guaidó tells the BBC that backing from the armed forces is needed to change the government.

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New York State Budget Deal Brings Congestion Pricing, Plastic Bag Ban and Mansion Tax

By JESSE McKINLEY and VIVIAN WANG from NYT New York https://nyti.ms/2Uojz9q

Is our growing obsession with true crime a problem?

Over the last few years crime documentaries are everywhere, but ethical questions remain.

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Uncovering Nazi massacre of Jews on Belarus building site

A thousand victims of Brest's wartime Jewish ghetto have been found as the city wakes up to its past.

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Letter from Africa: 'We're not cleaners' - sexism amid Sudan protests

Why women in Sudan have taken anti-government demonstrations to heart by using Facebook to expose abuse.

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Top-seeded Duke defeated by Michigan State as Spartans advance to NCAA Final Four

03/31/19 4:15 PM

Natalia Fileva: Russia airline co-owner dies in private jet crash

Natalia Fileva, one of Russia's richest women and S7's major shareholder, dies in a German air crash.

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Ukraine election: What would a comic president mean?

The actor played the president on TV and is now well placed to land the role for real.

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‘Breaches Everywhere’: Flooding Bursts Midwest Levees, and Tough Questions Follow

By MITCH SMITH, JOHN SCHWARTZ and TIM GRUBER from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2CMobwh

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2 Marine pilots killed in Arizona helicopter crash, officials say

03/31/19 2:12 PM

Algeria protests: Bouteflika appoints new government

The country's embattled president has overseen a major reshuffle as anti-government protests continue.

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New Orleans mayor to apologise for 1891 lynching of Italian-Americans

The 1891 killing of 11 Italian-Americans is thought to be the largest US lynching ever recorded.

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F1: Hamilton wins after Leclerc failure

Lewis Hamilton inherits victory in the Bahrain Grand Prix after an engine problem hits runaway leader Charles Leclerc's Ferrari.

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New world news from Time: 20 Dead, Hundreds Injured in Rainstorm in Nepal

New world news from Time: Arab League Rejects President Trump’s Israel Policies at Annual Summit

Showers Early today!

With a high of F and a low of 76F.

Ukraine comedian 'leads' in presidential election

Volodymyr Zelenskiy played the president on TV - an exit poll has him ahead in the the first round.

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Algeria protests: Tycoon Ali Haddad 'arrested at Tunisia border'

Ali Haddad is a long-time backer of embattled President Bouteflika who is facing calls to step down.

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Russia Ordered a Killing That Made No Sense. Then the Assassin Started Talking.

By MICHAEL SCHWIRTZ from NYT World https://nyti.ms/2CMX5Fb

New world news from Time: The Quick Read…About Turkish Local Elections

Pope Francis visits Morocco

Highlights of the pontiff's weekend visit to the overwhelmingly Muslim country.

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A Leonardo Made a $450 Million Splash. Now There’s No Sign of It.

By DAVID D. KIRKPATRICK from NYT Arts https://nyti.ms/2K7nYdd

IS defeat: British fighters emerge after fall of Baghuz

The BBC has the first broadcast interview with Hamza Parvez, an ex-police cadet turned extremist fighter.

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Donald Trump Jr. joins Howard Kurtz on 'Media Buzz' at 11am ET

03/31/19 7:46 AM

The Best Restaurant if You’re Over 50

By FRANK BRUNI from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/2V32xuF

New world news from Time: Cities Around the World Go Dark for Earth Hour, in a Call for Action on Climate Change

Xenophobic attacks spark South African response

The foreign minister calls an urgent meeting after three die and 50 are forced to leave their homes.

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Dismay after Trump moves to cut aid to Central America

The US president wants to cut aid to El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras in order to stem migration.

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Trump Seeks to Cut Foreign Aid to 3 Central American Nations

Taking drastic action over illegal immigration, President Donald Trump moved Saturday to cut direct aid to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras, whose citizens are fleeing north and overwhelming U.S. resources at the southern border.

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Gaza violence: Crossings reopen after negotiated 'calm'

The move comes a day after several Palestinians were killed in clashes with Israeli forces.

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Can an Archaeological Dig Change the Future of Jerusalem?

By BARI WEISS from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/2WzbqMM

New world news from Time: ‘I Dream of a Queer Future.’ A Conversation Between Two Activists on International Transgender Day of Visibility

Turkey local elections: Erdogan to fight for nation's confidence

With the country in an economic slump, the vote is widely seen as a referendum on the president.

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Trump Turns U.S. Policy in Central America on Its Head

By ELISABETH MALKIN from NYT World https://nyti.ms/2I18Ivv

College Student Is Found Dead After Getting Into a Car She Mistook for Her Uber, Police Say

By MIHIR ZAVERI from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2OAr1J9

North Korea says Madrid embassy raid was 'grave terror attack'

Pyongyang calls for an investigation and says it is watching rumours that the FBI played a role.

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Saudi Arabia 'hacked Amazon boss's phone', says investigator

An investigator working for Jeff Bezos says Saudi Arabia accessed data on the Amazon boss's phone.

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‘We’re in the Last Hour’: Democracy Itself Is on Trial in Brexit, Britons Say

By ELLEN BARRY and BENJAMIN MUELLER from NYT World https://nyti.ms/2V60eXT

The Incredible Shrinking Trump Boom

By PAUL KRUGMAN from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/2CO1iZk

Trump’s Order to Open Arctic Waters to Oil Drilling Was Unlawful, Federal Judge Finds

By CORAL DAVENPORT from NYT Climate https://nyti.ms/2V5Px7C

Ukraine election: Comedian is front runner ahead of first round

Petro Poroshenko is seeking re-election but the surprise front runner is comic Volodymyr Zelenskiy.

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Is Poland Spring Water Really From a Spring? ‘Not One Drop,’ Says a Lawsuit

By MATT STEVENS from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/2FIosRt

Keeping Up With the Kardashian Cash Flow

By AMY CHOZICK from NYT Style https://nyti.ms/2UlsA36

Tornado chasers face storm as lawsuit hits close to home

A lawsuit claims reckless behaviour by storm chasers before a fatal crash. Is there a wider problem?

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US school shootings: Have drills gone too far?

One school apparently shot teachers "execution style" with pellets as part of a rehearsal for the real thing.

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How Village People's cop Victor Willis aims to 'reboot' the group

Victor Willis, the pop group's former singer and songwriter, has overcome legal battles and rehab.

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Is there an Austrian link to New Zealand mosque attacks?

The main suspect in the mosque massacre was familiar with Austria's far-right scene.

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The Bollywood factor in India's election

A film about Prime Minister Modi is facing criticism for mythologising him ahead of a national vote.

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Life after a devastating mining disaster

Brazil's Brumadinho dam disaster is having consequences in towns which are near similar dams.

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Malawi's antibiotics crisis: Why the drugs don't work for some

In Malawi, doctors say resistance to antibiotics is making their work increasingly difficult.

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Brazil judge overturns ban on Bolsonaro's coup celebration

A judge says marking the 1964 coup does not amount to rewriting history or hiding the truth.

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Earth Hour: Switching off lights to highlight climate change

Some of the world's most famous landmarks are plunged into darkness to draw attention to climate change.

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Mark Zuckerberg asks governments to help control internet content

Mark Zuckerberg writes an open letter calling for new laws to monitor internet content.

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Joe Biden Accused of Touching and Kissing Nevada Democrat at 2014 Rally

By MATT STEVENS and SYDNEY EMBER from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2I2TQg3

Christchurch attacks: NZ gun suspect 'complains of treatment'

The accused Christchurch mosque attacker says he is being deprived of prison rights, media say.

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New Zealand Christians Outraged as Govt Removes All References to Jesus Out of Parliamentary Prayer

Just barely two weeks following the mosque shootings in Christchurch, New Zealand, the government has decided to remove all references to Jesus Christ from its parliamentary prayer.

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New world news from Time: France’s ‘Yellow Vest’ Protestors March for 20th Consecutive Weekend Despite Bans and Injuries

Afghan VP survives second assassination attempt

The Taliban say they tried to kill Gen Abdul Rashid Dostum, in an ambush in which a bodyguard died.

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Pope calls on Moroccans to fight fanaticism

The pontiff is visiting Morocco, which has a small Catholic community, to promote inter-faith dialogue.

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News Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of the Week’s Headlines

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Afghanistan: Deadly flash floods destroy homes and lives

At least 32 people die as rains hit an area where drought forced many from their homes last year.

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New world news from Time: Pope Francis Visits Morocco to Boost Christian-Muslim Relations and Support Migrant Communities

Thai baby elephants cheered as they escape mud pit

Six baby elephants who were stuck in steep muddy pit for two days are rescued by Thai park rangers.

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The Dangerous Flaws in Boeing’s Automated System

By MIKA GRÖNDAHL, KEITH COLLINS and JAMES GLANZ from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/2OBH2P9

New world news from Time: German Police Arrest 11 People Suspected of Planning Terrorist Attack

Ethiopian Airlines crash: 'Pitch up, pitch up!'

Details are emerging of the final moments of the flight, which crashed six minutes after takeoff.

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US-Mexico border: Migrants held as Trump threatens closure

Migrants forced to sleep outside as US border patrol claims processing facilities are overwhelmed.

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Rolling Stones postpone North America tour over Mick Jagger illness

Mick Jagger's doctors have advised him not to travel.

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New world news from Time: Here’s Who Could Replace Theresa May as U.K. Prime Minister if She’s Pushed Out Over Brexit

An Outbreak Spreads Fear: Of Measles, of Ultra-Orthodox Jews, of Anti-Semitism

By SARAH MASLIN NIR and MICHAEL GOLD from NYT New York https://nyti.ms/2VdlfQ8

Pope’s Trip to Morocco to Highlight Christian-Muslim Ties

Pope Francis’s weekend trip to Morocco aims to highlight the North African nation’s tradition of Christian-Muslim ties while also letting him show solidarity with migrants at Europe’s door and tend to a tiny Catholic flock on the peripheries.

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Migrant ship hijacking: Three teenagers charged in Malta

The men have been accused of terrorist activity after seizing a tanker and sailing it to Malta.

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Gaza rallies to mark 'Great Return' protest anniversary

The rallies on the border fence with Israel began a year ago and left at least 189 Palestinians dead.

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Facebook to consider live video restrictions after NZ attacks

Chief operating officer Sheryl Sandberg promises to explore restrictions on who can live-stream video.

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Fossil Site Reveals Day That Meteor Hit Earth and, Maybe, Wiped Out Dinosaurs

By WILLIAM J. BROAD and KENNETH CHANG from NYT Science https://nyti.ms/2FKesYW

In Ethiopia Crash, Faulty Sensor on Boeing 737 Max Is Suspected

By JAMES GLANZ, THOMAS KAPLAN and JACK NICAS from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/2FJltIC

Muses no more: Ballet's newest choreographers

After centuries of taking orders now women are the ones calling the shots in ballet.

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Food faux pas: Is there a right way to cut a bagel?

A debate is raging online about the correct way to cut a bagel. We asked Americans for their reactions to other food faux pas.

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New audio increases pressure on Trudeau in SNC-Lavalin affair

Former Canadian Justice Minister Jody Wilson-Raybould releases a recording to bolster her version of events.

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Mozambique cyclone: 'I hope that help arrives soon'

Two weeks on from Cyclone Idai, BBC's Nomsa Maseko reports on the on-going problems in Mozambique.

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Trump threatens to shut Mexico border following migration surge

Mexico's president said he would not be drawn into confrontation and the threats were down to politics.

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How Alex Jones and Infowars Helped a Florida Man Stalk Sandy Hook Families

By ELIZABETH WILLIAMSON from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2YArQGF

Theresa May’s Brexit Deal Is Rejected by U.K. Parliament

By THE NEW YORK TIMES from NYT World https://nyti.ms/2UprMdK

The Man Trying to Make Sense of Brexit Is Tired and Would Like to Stop Now

By ALLISON McCANN from NYT World https://nyti.ms/2K0vFl0

Trump Directs State Dept. to End Aid to 3 Central American Countries

By KATIE ROGERS, ZOLAN KANNO-YOUNGS and MICHAEL D. SHEAR from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2UlYlZO

After Trump Casts Blame for a Special Olympics Cut, Betsy DeVos Flashes Pique

By ERICA L. GREEN and MAGGIE HABERMAN from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2JQ6TnW

Barr Says Mueller Report Will Be Redacted and Made Public by Mid-April

By KATIE BENNER from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2Uh3vXc

Is Theresa May the Worst Politician Ever?

By JENNI RUSSELL from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/2K0vCpk

In Blow to Trump, Judge Blocks Health Care Law ‘End Run’

By ROBERT PEAR from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2UhUVYc

Slovakia: Zuzana Caputova front runner in presidential election

If elected, political newcomer Zuzana Caputova will be Slovakia's first female president.

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New emperor, new era: How a single word defines Japan

In Japan, time is marked by the reigns of emperors - and the country is about to start a new era.

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Winter in LA: The joy of rain in a city famed for its sunshine

The BBC's Dan Johnson was expecting a hot, dry, sunny climate when he was posted to California. That's not how things worked out.

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UK fashion brands battle for China's growing market

UK fashion designers are chasing business in Shanghai - one of Asia's biggest fashion weeks.

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Letter from Africa: Fighting 'uniform hairstyles' in Kenya

Amid a court case about discrimination on the basis of a hairstyle, what's the state of Kenyan hair?

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Brazil: Bolsonaro's coup celebration barred by judge

The judge said the celebration was not "compatible with the process of democratic reconstruction".

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Former Trump Family Driver Has Been in ICE Custody for 8 Months

By MIRIAM JORDAN from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2JS4U2r

Indigenous Australians turned away from Adelaide Oval AFL match

Adelaide Oval said that instructions were misinterpreted by staff and it has since apologised.

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I Broke Up With Her Because She’s White

By CHRISTOPHER RIVAS from NYT Style https://nyti.ms/2HNRJ0v

Documents increase pressure on Canada's PM

Jody Wilson-Raybould has released documents and audio related to the SNC-Lavalin affair.

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New world news from Time: Captain Feared For His Life As Rescued Migrants Hijacked Ship Taking Them Back to Libya

Why Do Garfield Phones Keep Washing Up on This Beach?

By PALKO KARASZ from NYT World https://nyti.ms/2FJnXYm

Russia police probe 'dark net' murder case

Investigators are looking into claims that a killing was arranged and paid for via covert net forums.

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Mueller report into Russian interference to be released

US Attorney General William Barr says that "everyone will soon be able to read it on their own".

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Mueller’s investigative report will be released to Congress by ‘mid-April, if not sooner,’ AG Barr says in letter

03/29/19 12:21 PM

Gaza's disability crisis

After a year of protests at Gaza's border fence with Israel, Palestinians are suffering life-changing injuries

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Venezuela crisis: Red Cross 'set to supply crucial aid'

Aid could start in two weeks, the group says, but there is no official confirmation from ministers.

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New world news from Time: Pope Francis Issues New Vatican Legislation Requiring Immediate Reporting of Sex Abuse

Vietnam students invent air cleaning bicycle

High school students in Vietnam create a bike device that cleans the air for the cyclist.

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Lyft shares surge over 20% in market debut

The ride-hailing company's shares jump 21% in the much anticipated flotation.

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The Lost History of One of the World’s Strangest Science Experiments

By CARL ZIMMER from NYT Sunday Review https://nyti.ms/2V3lygH

Mostly Clear today!

With a high of F and a low of 73F.

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Linda McMahon to step down as head of SBA, source tells Fox News

03/29/19 10:05 AM

Agnes Varda: Influential film-maker dies at 90

Agnes Varda, who has died aged 90, spoke to the BBC's Talking Movies in December.

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Furious Over Trump's Decision on Golan Heights, Erdogan Confirms Hagia Sophia Will Become a Mosque

After it was reported that Turkish President Recep Erdogan was considering converting Istanbul’s iconic Hagia Sophia into a functioning mosque, many Orthodox Christians hoped he was just speculating. However, in an interview given yesterday, Erdogan confirmed that the historic site, which was previously a Christian cathedral and a special place of worship for Greek Orthodox Christians, will be turned into an enormous Islamic center.

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Bangladesh fire: Emergency exits in Dhaka high-rise 'were locked'

At least 25 people were killed in the fire that engulfed the tower block in Bangladesh on Thursday.

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Grand Canyon: Tourist plunges to his death taking photos

There have been two separate deaths reported at the tourist attraction this week.

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Mexico pioneers recycled seaweed shoes

A Mexican inventor is making recyclable shoes from plastic bottles and seaweed.

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Paris attacks: Jawad Bendaoud jailed for sheltering jihadists

Jawad Bendaoud, who lent his flat to two jihadists, is sentenced on appeal to four years in prison.

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New world news from Time: Future of Brexit in Doubt After U.K. Rejects Deal for Third Time

New world news from Time: Mexico Is Bracing for Yet Another Central American Migrant Caravan

George Clooney calls for hotel boycott over Brunei LGBT laws

The actor urges a boycott after the country said homosexuality would soon be punishable by death.

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New world news from Time: The Mysterious Case of Garfield Phones Washing Up on French Beaches Since the ’80s Has Been Solved

New world news from Time: Ukraine Goes to the Polls on Sunday. Can Its Next President End the Frozen War With Russia?

Italy coalition in bitter row over sexual violence law

The populist government argues over revenge porn and chemical castration for sex offenders.

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Kenyan Teacher Who Gives His Salary to Poor Students Wins $1M, What He Plans to Do Next Is Beautiful

A Christian science teacher from a remote village in Kenya is the winner of this year's $1 Million Global Teacher Prize.

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Algeria: protesters renew calls for regime change

Protesters take to the streets days after the army called for the removal of President Bouteflika.

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Meet the rare tiger cubs making their debut at Sydney Zoo

The 10-week-old cubs - one male and two females - belong to a critically endangered sub-species.

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Portugal baby born to woman brain dead for three months

Catarina Sequeira was declared brain dead after having an acute asthma attack three months ago.

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Trump Owns the Economy Now, for Better or Worse

By JIM TANKERSLEY from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2V5oMjs

New world news from Time: George Clooney Calls for Boycott of Sultan of Brunei’s Hotels Over Anti-Gay Stoning Law

NSA contractor pleads guilty to data theft

The former programmer could get a jail sentence of nine years for stealing terabytes of sensitive data.

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Egyptian activist Alaa Abdel Fattah released from jail after five years

The family of Alaa Abdel Fattah, who was jailed in 2013 for protesting, say he has been freed.

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New world news from Time: Anti-Stall System Switched on Before Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 737 MAX Crash: Report

Boxer's kiss 'unwelcome and unlawful'

A female reporter calls for boxing chiefs to suspend Bulgarian Kubrat Pulev's licence after he "forcibly" kisses her on the lips during an interview.

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Ukraine's presidential elections: five things to know

The seventh presidential elections in Ukraine will take place on 31 March.

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New world news from Time: ‘No Help Is Coming.’ How Devastating Floods Are Fueling Sexual Violence and the Spread of HIV in Malawi

Agnes Varda: Influential film director dies at 90

Agnes Varda was one of Europe's most acclaimed film-makers, with films like Cleo from 5 to 7.

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Rammstein video: German rock band causes outrage with Nazi clip

The nine-minute-long video features band members dressed up as Nazi concentration camp prisoners

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Tom Hiddleston: Why China loves the 'creepy' Centrum ad

Hiddleston plays the role of a caring partner in an advertisement that has got Chinese women hooked.

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Norway's Kon-Tiki museum to return Easter Island artefacts

Thousands of artefacts were taken from the Chilean island by famous explorer Thor Heyerdahl in 1956.

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Christian Family Who Fled Boko Haram Pulled Out of Poverty By 8-Year-Old Chess Champion Son

A young homeless boy who emigrated to the United States from Nigeria has been lifted out of poverty through the most unlikely of hobbies: chess. 

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Boeing Ethiopia crash probe 'finds anti-stall device activated'

A flight-control feature activated before the Ethiopian Airlines plane crashed, a report says.

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New world news from Time: State Department Official Says U.S. Residents May Be Among the Muslims Detained in Xinjiang

New world news from Time: Meet Howard X, the Dictator Doppelgänger From Hong Kong

Saravana Bhavan: India 'dosa king' life sentence upheld

P Rajagopalan was convicted for planning the murder of one of his employees.

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Jussie Smollett: Actor ordered to pay $130,000 to cover police time

The Empire actor is given seven days to pay costs for his assault case, which was dropped this week.

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Who’ll Get Rich When Lyft, Uber and Other ‘Unicorns’ Go Public

By STEPHEN GROCER, GRANT GOLD and ERIN GRIFFITH from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/2FDyHGt

New world news from Time: Philippines Journalist Maria Ressa Arrested Again

Pete Buttigieg (It’s ‘Boot-Edge-Edge’) Is Making Waves in the 2020 Race

By TRIP GABRIEL from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/2uxBbB4

Huawei Security ‘Defects’ Are Found by British Authorities

By ADAM SATARIANO from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2HX3G3b

The Plague Killing Frogs Everywhere Is Far Worse Than Scientists Thought

By CARL ZIMMER from NYT Science https://nyti.ms/2uzNkFQ

The Implicit Punishment of Daring to Go to College When Poor

By ENOCH JEMMOTT from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/2HVgdnE

Plastic Bags to Be Banned in New York State

By JESSE McKINLEY from NYT New York https://nyti.ms/2uxwB5Z

New York Sues Sackler Family Members and Drug Distributors

By RONI CARYN RABIN from NYT Health https://nyti.ms/2HVgcA6

Be Thankful for Mueller’s Timing

By CHARLES M. BLOW from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/2uv2WKO

The Sometimes Catastrophic, but Mostly Just Embarrassing Consequences of Screen Sharing at Work

By LINDSAY MANNERING from NYT Style https://nyti.ms/2HVgbfw