Flooding and snow as Storm Diego hits California
The state is still recovering from devastating wildfire which killed dozens of people last month. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2rp...
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Friday, December 7, 2018
Music industry gears up for Grammy nominations
Cardi B, Drake and Ariana Grande are expected to be among the nominees for this year's awards. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2R...
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Yellow vests: France protests 'created a monster', says minister
France's interior minister warns that "radical elements" could gather at planned weekend protests. from BBC News - World htt...
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Zainab Mughal: Toddler with cancer spurs hunt for rare blood
Doctors are searching for donors with a rare blood type to help two-year-old girl in Florida battle cancer. from BBC News - World https://...
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Former MLB players Luis Valbuena, Jose Castillo killed in crash in Venezuela 12/07/18 2:47 AM
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Priyanka Chopra: 'Racist' article sees mocking Indians defend star
An article calling the Bollywood star a "scam artist" has gone viral, prompting outrage in India. from BBC News - World https://...
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Thursday, December 6, 2018
Why Spain's government is exhuming General Franco's remains
The country’s current socialist government has promised to remove the body of fascist dictator General Franco from its mausoleum. from BBC...
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Oscars 2019: Kevin Hart quits as host amid tweets row
The US actor and comedian was embroiled in a controversy over homophobic comments. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Ppb8UO
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Arrest Shakes Huawei as Global Skepticism of Its Business Grows
By RAYMOND ZHONG and LI YUAN from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2G46hsS
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At ‘60 Minutes,’ Independence Led to Trouble, Investigators Say
By RACHEL ABRAMS and JOHN KOBLIN from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/2rqaAV3
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The 65 Best Songs of 2018
By JON PARELES and JON CARAMANICA from NYT Arts https://nyti.ms/2G46Tia
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Australia data encryption laws explained
Tech firms say the controversial laws could weaken overall security for users of messenger apps. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2SsL...
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Golden Globes: Constance Wu is first Asian woman nominated in decades
The Crazy Rich Asians star is the first Asian woman in decades to be tipped for best actress. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2rocc1E...
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India man jailed for tweets about erotic temple statues released
And Indian man was imprisoned for satirical tweets about erotic sculptures in a temple in Orissa state. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
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Heather Nauert 'to replace Nikki Haley as US envoy to UN'
State department spokeswoman Heather Nauert will become the new UN ambassador, US media say. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2FZbRfY ...
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Consecrated virgins: 'I got married to Christ'
Jessica Hayes is one of more than 4,000 Catholic women around the world living in voluntary and perpetual chastity. from BBC News - World ...
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The blind woman developing tech for the good of others
Chieko Asakawa, blind since the age of 14, is developing tech to help visually impaired people. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2QeHE...
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Mexico 1971: When women's football hit the big time
With the 2019 Women's World Cup draw on Saturday, we look back at the groundbreaking unofficial 1971 event in Mexico. from BBC News - ...
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Who really influences the price of oil?
Does Opec still control the price of oil in today's global market? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Qjm8Iw
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Does Facebook's counter-attack stand up?
The social network publishes a detailed rebuttal of some of the claims made against it. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2RKNcxn
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Yemen war: Peace talks begin in Sweden
The UN says Yemen is on the brink of the world's worst famine in 100 years if the war continues. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump to announce Heather Nauert as pick for UN Ambassador Friday, sources tell Fox News 12/06/18 4:48 PM
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The Iranian trailblazer who removed her headscarf
Shaparak Shajarizadeh is in exile after breaking Iranian law by removing her hijab. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2SvNXKs
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Lance Armstrong says Uber investment has 'saved' his family
Lance Armstrong says an early investment in Uber has "saved" his family after paying out $111m (£86.8m) in legal fees and settleme...
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Vote condemning Hamas for firing rockets into Israel fails at UN
The first such resolution to come before the UN wins a majority but not the required two-thirds. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2zKL...
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France protests: Eiffel Tower to close on Saturday amid Paris riot fears
Parisian landmarks will close on Saturday amid fears of further violence from "yellow vest" protests. from BBC News - World http...
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MSF vessel Aquarius ends rescue operations in the Mediterranean
The charity blames its decision on "sustained attacks" on rescue efforts by European nations. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
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Trump's environmental rollback rolls on
The administration plans to open protected lands for drilling and lift curbs on carbon emissions. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Gc...
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Train carrying President George H.W. Bush's casket arrives in College Station, Texas, ahead of interment ...
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Huawei arrest: Justin Trudeau denies political motivation
Canada's PM gives his first response after the arrest of a Chinese executive that angered Beijing. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
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Afghanistan's 'Little Messi' flees home after Taliban threats, says family
The Taliban has reportedly threatened the boy, who went viral for making a football shirt out of a bag. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Congress approves short-term stopgap spending bill averting government shutdown 12/06/18 10:03 AM
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Colbert Says an Innocent Homage to George Bush Sounded Like Trump-Bashing
By GIOVANNI RUSSONELLO from NYT Arts https://nyti.ms/2BTxmL0
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Study: Half of US adults have had close family member jailed
Some 113 million Americans have had an immediate family member jailed, says the report. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2zOBk6e
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Lula: Judge Sergio Moro had a political agenda
Brazil's ex-President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva says the judge who convicted him was not impartial. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
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Amazon workers injured in bear spray accident
The can of bear repellent was punctured, sending fumes around the US warehouse, officials say. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2zOBie...
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Senegal unveils Museum of Black Civilisations
China helped build the museum with a donation of about $34m (£27m). from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2PkoKRn
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Fox News Breaking News Alert House approves stopgap spending bill averting partial government shut down 12/06/18 9:07 AM
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Dow Jones plunges more than 700 points, puts market in negative territory for 2018 12/06/18 8:31 AM
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US shares sink as market sell-off continues
Wall Street opens lower after London and other major European stock markets fall more than 2%. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2FZMda...
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Ohio dad makes girl walk miles to school for bullying on bus
"Bullying is unacceptable," says the father, driving behind his 10-year-old as she trudges to school. from BBC News - World http...
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Diane Rwigara: Rwanda government critic acquitted
Judges say the charges against Diane Rwigara's of inciting insurrection and forgery are 'baseless'. from BBC News - World http...
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Global Trend? Climate Change Backlash
The United Nations is pushing a picture of gloom and doom over climate change. But the people of France are pushing back and it could be the...
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Lady Gaga up for best actress Golden Globe
The singer turned actress is nominated for A Star is Born alongside co-star and director Bradley Cooper. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
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Greenhouse Gas Emissions Accelerate Like a ‘Speeding Freight Train’ in 2018
By KENDRA PIERRE-LOUIS from NYT Climate https://nyti.ms/2BUI0l0
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Cambodia releases surrogate mothers who agree to keep children
Thirty-two women carrying babies for Chinese clients are released after agreeing to keep the children. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
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Falcon 9 rocket guides itself to sea.
The rocket had a hydraulic problem on its way back to Earth. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2zLhtot
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France protests: Government fears 'major violence' in coming days
Despite a major reversal on fuel taxes, "yellow vest" protests are still planned for Saturday. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
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Iranian State TV: 2 Dead in Suicide Car Bombing Outside Police Headquarters
A suicide car bomber attacked a police headquarters in the southeastern Iranian port city of Chabahar on Thursday, killing at least two peop...
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Dutch girl's 'hijacked' party invite prompts riot fears
A 15-year-old's plans for a birthday party turn into a nightmare when they are posted on Facebook. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
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Google trainee puts up dummy advert by mistake
The error meant a blank yellow rectangle was active on the sites and apps for about 45 minutes. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Sy0N...
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Second crew member found after US Marine Corps planes collide near Japan, official says 12/06/18 3:38 AM
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Lena Dunham says defending accused writer was 'a terrible mistake'
The Girls star says speaking up for Murray Miller out of "blind faith" was "a terrible mistake". from BBC News - World...
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Acid attack on Nicaragua priest during confession
Miguel Guevara had just finished hearing confession when a woman threw acid in his face. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2PpkrEa
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Russians criticise music concert cancelling advice
A group on social media in the country is calling on parents to unite against "amoral" musicians. from BBC News - World https://...
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Tennessee inmate chooses electric chair over lethal injection
David Earl Miller argued that lethal injection would lead to a prolonged and painful death. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2RDLHRg
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Huawei arrest: China urges US and Canada to clarify Meng Wanzhou detention
The US seeks to extradite chief financial officer Meng Wanzhou, daughter of the telecom giant's founder. from BBC News - World https:/...
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USA Gymnastics files for bankruptcy in order to support sexual abuse survivors
USA Gymnastics has filed for bankruptcy in order to support athletes who made sexual abuse claims against Larry Nassar. from BBC News - Wo...
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Wednesday, December 5, 2018
Facebook Used People’s Data to Favor Certain Partners and Punish Rivals, Documents Show
By ADAM SATARIANO and MIKE ISAAC from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2Uj3miZ
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How 2 New Yorkers Erased $1.5 Million in Medical Debt for Hundreds of Strangers
By SHARON OTTERMAN from NYT New York https://nyti.ms/2AUwhku
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The Best Movies of 2018
By MANOHLA DARGIS and A.O. SCOTT from NYT Movies https://nyti.ms/2UgVH4V
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A Top Huawei Executive Is Arrested in Canada for Extradition to the U.S.
By DAISUKE WAKABAYASHI and ALAN RAPPEPORT from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/2ASYkAR
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Philip Wilson: Ex-archbishop's conviction for covering-up abuse is quashed
Australian clergyman Philip Wilson's conviction for concealing child sexual abuse is overturned. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
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Chris Dawson: Husband charged with murder in podcast mystery
Police allege Sydney woman Lynette Dawson, who vanished in 1982, was murdered by her husband. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2AZGdcq...
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From a Deceased Woman’s Transplanted Uterus, a Live Birth
By EMILY BAUMGAERTNER from NYT Health https://nyti.ms/2BT0Okh
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Yemen war: UN-backed peace talks set to begin in Sweden
The four-year civil war has caused the world's worst humanitarian crisis in recent times. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2AVhI0c...
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The K-pop band with no Koreans
EXP Edition are a K-pop band with a difference - none of them is Korean. Does that matter? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Pm2Xsz
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Is the dystopian future of water shortages already here?
Is the dystopian future of water shortages already here? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2zIPO7I
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