Monday, April 30, 2018

Danish national first to be convicted under Malaysia's fake news law

KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) - A Malaysian court convicted a Danish citizen on Monday for inaccurate criticism of police on social media, the first person to be prosecuted under a new law against fake news.


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2 wounded in shooting at Ballpark Village in St. Louis, Missouri - CBS News


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2 wounded in shooting at Ballpark Village in St. Louis, Missouri
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Two men in their 30s were shot inside Ballpark Village in downtown St. Louis, Missouri, prompting a police investigating Sunday night, CBS affiliate KMOV-TV reports. The shooting occurred around 8:04 p.m. local time. St. Louis Police officials said ...
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Syrian army renews push on besieged areas

BEIRUT (Reuters) - The Syrian army began an intense bombardment of a rebel enclave near Homs on Monday, a war monitor said, as President Bashar al-Assad pushed to recapture all the remaining areas his forces have besieged.


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Abbott: PM has questions to answer on Windrush

Labour's Diane Abbott says Amber Rudd was right to resign

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The NRA said guns will be banned during a Pence speech. Parkland students see hypocrisy. - Washington Post


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The NRA said guns will be banned during a Pence speech. Parkland students see hypocrisy.
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The National Rifle Association has championed the idea of “a good guy with a gun,” but no firearms will be allowed when Vice President Pence speaks at its annual meeting — sparking criticism from Parkland, Fla., students, who say schools should be ...
Do Stronger Gun Laws Stand a Chance? It's Been an Uphill Battle.New York Times
Guns banned from NRA event during Mike Pence addressABC News
Trump expected to address NRA's annual meetingCNN
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James Comey calls House GOP's Russia probe 'a wreck' - CNN


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James Comey calls House GOP's Russia probe 'a wreck'
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(CNN) Former FBI Director James Comey on Sunday called the House Intelligence Committee Republicans' year-long Russia investigation "a wreck" that damaged relationships with the intelligence community and the federal court that grants warrants to ...
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Comey calls House Intelligence Committee's Russia investigation 'a wreck'Washington Post

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Dozens of migrants in caravan stuck at US-Mexico border

President Trump has said the group of Central Americans is a threat to the safety of the US.

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Kabul bombings: Photographer Shah Marai among 21 dead

At least 21 people die in two blasts in the Afghan capital, including AFP photographer Shah Marai.

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White House tree: Emmanuel Macron's sapling disappears

The tree, planted by Presidents Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron, has been taken into quarantine.

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Syria war: 'Iranian personnel among dozens dead' in missile attacks

Several military sites are struck, reportedly killing pro-government fighters, including Iranians.

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Iran nuclear deal: France's Emmanuel Macron pushes for talks

President Macron speaks to his Iranian counterpart, who says an existing deal is non-negotiable.

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Nigeria President Buhari to meet Trump in Washington

Muhammadu Buhari is the first African leader to be received by the Trump administration in the US.

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Avengers: Infinity War estimated to break global opening weekend record

The superhero sequel is estimated to have the highest ever global opening weekend take of $630m.

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T-Mobile agrees $26bn mega-merger with Sprint

The US telecoms firms could win more customers through the deal, as long as regulators approve it.

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Thailand protesters in rare rally over Chiang Mai development

The march, against new homes for judges on a mountainside, is among the biggest since the 2014 coup.

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Iranians launch banknote protest to get round censorship

A group of Twitter users launch a campaign to spread messages of dissent on banknotes.

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Nigeria’s deadly codeine cough syrup epidemic

With thousands in Nigeria addicted to codeine cough syrup, BBC Africa goes undercover to investigate.

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The challenge of identifying dead migrants

Pavlos Pavildis works to reunite dead migrants found in the Evros River with their families.

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Why does the US still have 'debtors' prisons'?

Four in 10 Americans wouldn't have money to cover a $400 fine - so many serve time in jail instead.

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Brazilian surfer Rodrigo Koxa breaks wave world record

Surf officials confirm the 80ft (24.4 metre) wave Rodrigo Koxa surfed was a world record.

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Donald Trump attends rally instead of correspondents' dinner

The US president avoided the White House Correspondents' dinner, but was still the butt of the jokes.

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Ostracised and fetishised: The perils of travelling as a young black woman

Ashley Butterfield has been around the world - but a visit to India brought home the challenges of being a lone black female tourist.

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Are our online lives about to become 'private' again?

The new rules which might help stop private information being shared without our knowledge.

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Did comedian's Sarah Sanders roast go too far?

President Trump's press secretary was visibly upset during a comedian's personalised takedown at the White House Correspondents' Dinner.

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Beauty standards: Egypt's curly hair comeback

How social media is driving a curly hair comeback in Egypt.

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Abbott: PM has questions to answer on Windrush Labour's Diane Abbott says Amber Rudd was right to resign


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Nashville Predators honor man who stopped Waffle House shooter ahead of playoff game - Yahoo Sports


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Nashville Predators honor man who stopped Waffle House shooter ahead of playoff game
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James Shaw Jr. saved countless lives last week when he stepped in and stopped a shooting at a Waffle House just outside of Nashville. It only seemed right that the Nashville Predators — while in the midst of their second-round playoff series against ...

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Comey Calls GOP-Led Probe On Russia A 'Wreck,' Slams Trump's Credibility - HuffPost


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Comey Calls GOP-Led Probe On Russia A 'Wreck,' Slams Trump's Credibility
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Former FBI Director James Comey on Sunday derided the Republican House Intelligence Committee's report on meddling by Russia in the 2016 election as “a wreck,” while reaffirming his distrust of President Donald Trump. The committee report released on ...

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Doctor accused of threats to slit workers, patients' throats - Washington Post


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Doctor accused of threats to slit workers, patients' throats
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VALDOSTA, Ga. — A doctor in Georgia has been accused of threatening to slit the throats of her employees and patients, damaging a wall with a reflex hammer and throwing water on employees. Dr. Marian Antoinette Patterson was charged with three counts ...

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Detroit Was Crumbling. Here’s How It’s Reviving.


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South Korea to End Propaganda Broadcasts Along Border With North


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Twin Bombings in Kabul Kill or Wound Dozens at Rush Hour


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A Week Inside a Soccer Club When the Money Runs Out


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A Polyglot N.B.A. Swears by One Thing: That Call Was #@!&


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Capitals Hold On to Early Lead, Tying Series With the Penguins


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Gary Sanchez’s Homer Gives Yankees a 9th Straight Win


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A Numbers Guy Left the Front Office to Coach Prospects. Here’s What He Learned.


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The Profound Normalcy of a Day at the Movies in Saudi Arabia


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After Chaos, Port Authority Sets Storm Rules for Planes to Kennedy


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What’s on TV Monday: ‘James Cameron’s Story of Science Fiction’ and ‘Elementary’


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Amber Rudd, Britain’s Home Minister, Resigns Over Migration Crisis


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Ronny Jackson, Failed V.A. Pick, Is Unlikely to Return as Trump’s Doctor


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James Harden’s 41 Points Lead Rockets Over Jazz


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How Your Brain Can Trick You Into Trusting People


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Quotation of the Day: Doctors Ask When a Heart Is Not Worth Fixing


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No Corrections: April 30, 2018


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Britain, Pamplona, Killer Caterpillars: Your Monday Briefing


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‘Trust’ Season 1, Episode 6: A Dead Body Focuses the Mind


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‘Billions’ Season 3, Episode 6: Eat or Be Eaten


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Amber Rudd resigns as home secretary

"I inadvertently misled" MPs over illegal immigrant removals targets, says Ms Rudd in her letter to the PM.

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Amber Rudd's resignation letter and Theresa May's response

Ms Rudd admits to the prime minister she "inadvertently misled the Home Affairs Select Committee".

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The highs and lows of Rudd's career

Amber Rudd's resignation is a huge change in fortunes for one of the Conservatives' rising stars.

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Barnier 'doesn't understand' unionist stance, says DUP

The EU's chief Brexit negotiator is visiting Ireland amid tensions over its border with the UK.

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Labour pledges cap on overdraft fees and interest payments

Shadow chancellor John McDonnell says he wants to end the "national scandal" of poor families in debt.

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Ex-Commons Speaker Michael Martin dies aged 72

The former Labour MP, who was Speaker before John Bercow, died on Sunday morning after a short illness.

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Sir Vince Cable: Governments assume public are 'pretty bigoted'

The Lib Dem leader claims he tried to rein in Theresa May's "hostile environment" for illegal migrants.

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UK must 'resolve contradictions' in border policy

Michel Barnier says the time has come for the UK to "resolve the contradictions" in its Irish border policy.

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Donald Trump renews criticism of 'lousy' London embassy

The US embassy in London moved from Grosvenor Square in Mayfair to Vauxhall earlier this year.

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Carwyn Jones: 'I was fair and I was honest' as first minister

Mr Jones says his decision to resign was made months before the sacking of ex-minister Carl Sargeant.

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Obituary: Michael Martin

Lord Martin symbolised for many in Labour the opportunities their party offered to working class people.

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Why has Amber Rudd resigned?

The home secretary has resigned, saying she "inadvertently misled" MPs over targets for removing illegal immigrants.

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DUP leader: Brexit negotiations have 'become aggressive'

Arlene Foster describes her frustration with Michel Barnier over his stance in the Brexit negotiations.

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T-Mobile and Sprint announce plan to merge, form new company

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Trump eager to meet with Kim Jong-Un, but won't until North Korea surrenders nuclear program: John Bolton

04/29/18 10:22 AM

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President Trump says comedian 'bombed' at White House Correspondents' Dinner, touts success of his rival rally in Michigan

04/29/18 8:41 AM

South Korea to remove loudspeakers along border, North Korea to align time zone with the South

SEOUL (Reuters) - In initial small steps toward reconciliation, South Korea said on Monday it would remove loudspeakers that blared propaganda across the border, while North Korea said it would shift its clocks to align with its southern neighbor.


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Afghan capital hit by morning rush hour blasts, 21 killed

KABUL (Reuters) - Two blasts hit the Afghan capital Kabul on Monday, killing at least 21 people, including a photographer for French news agency AFP, but there was no immediate claim of responsibility, officials said.


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U.S. concerned by 'destabilizing and malign activities' of Iran: Pompeo

TEL AVIV (Reuters) - The United States is deeply concerned by Iran's "destabilizing and malign activities", new Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said after meeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday.


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Fossil proves hyenas once roamed Canada's Arctic Plains

A 50-year-old mystery has been solved by scientists who identified the teeth of ancient Arctic hyenas. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...