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Should US marijuana laws address past drug convictions?

In California, legalisation scheme allows people previously convicted of a marijuana offence to apply for resentencing. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Cxhhtj

Germany starts enforcing hate speech law

Social media firms face huge fines if they let hate speech linger on their networks, warn German authorities. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2lvH6Sq

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Fox News Breaking News Alert 10 Americans killed in Costa Rica plane crash; family of 5 reported among the dead 12/31/17 7:05 PM

Likud calls for annexation of parts of West Bank

Israel's governing party backs draft resolution urging its leaders to formally annex parts of the occupied West Bank. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2EmXHk3

How Do You Vote? 50 Million Google Images Give a Clue

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By STEVE LOHR from NYT Technology http://ift.tt/2Ci5LoM

China ban on domestic ivory sales comes into force

Wildlife activists hail development as a major milestone in the history of elephant conservation. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zSSkFU

Could 2018 be the year of peace in Syria?

Syria's President Bashar al-Assad is confident his regime is no longer threatened after Russia helped turn the tide. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2CgOTP6

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Cleveland Browns become 2nd team in NFL history to finish season 0-16 12/31/17 4:23 PM

Rouhani defends right to protest but rejects violence

In first remarks since rallies began, Iran's president says criticism must be expressed peacefully, hits back at Trump. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2q6fRU4

Palestine recalls US envoy after Trump's Jerusalem move

PLO envoy Husam Zomlot to return for 'consultations' following Washington's controversial decision. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2q3VsPB

Snapchat and CEO Evan Spiegel reportedly dropped $4 million on a massive New Year's Eve party in Los Angeles - and Drake's going to be there

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Shahindha Ismail investigated for 'anti-Islamic' tweet

Shahindha Ismail says she has received death threats as police launch a probe into an alleged anti-Islamic tweet. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2lw30Gb

The 7 things to watch out for from Donald Trump in 2018

From the Trump-Russia probe to the fate of the travel ban, we look at what to expect from the US president next year. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DDaoWE

Happy New Year! Cities across the world welcome 2018

In several places around the world, New Year's celebrations have started. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Ct8Yif

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Fox News Breaking News Alert One deputy killed, four others shot outside of Denver, police say 12/31/17 11:44 AM

I've had the iPhone 6S Plus for two years, and I'm so happy I didn't upgrade to the iPhone 7, 8, or X

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Deadly bombing targets Afghan official's funeral

Explosion kills at least 18 civilians and wounds 13 more in Jalalabad, the capital of Nangarhar province. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2lzWmNY

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Colorado police say "multiple deputies down' following shooting 12/31/17 10:05 AM

Iran blocks Instagram, Telegram after protests

After days of anti-government rallies, social media apps Telegram and Instagram temporarily blocked as 'safety measure'. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2lwsYbL

I used one of the worst airports in the US when I went home for the holidays - here's why it's so awful

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2q4C30J

DRC protests: 'Three killed' in anti-government rallies

Security forces in the DRC accused of shooting dead two people in Kinshasa and another one in Kananga. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zU9R0i

PREDICTIONS: The most important things that will happen in tech in 2018

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2Ci26Yg

Seven killed as rebels storm Kashmir paramilitary camp

Police search for fourth fighter as officials blame Pakistani faction for latest round of violence in disputed region. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zTIZxw

Bitcoin is climbing on the last day of 2017

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2zU6g2d

PA recalls envoy from Pakistan over Jerusalem rally row

Ambassador attended a rally hosted by Hafiz Muhammad Saeed, who is accused of masterminding the 2008 Mumbai attacks. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2ltxqbN

Five things you need to know about protests in Iran

As anger over Iran's economic policies prevails, we answer some key questions surrounding the anti-government rallies. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2ElWVUx

Aina Gamzatova: The Muslim woman challenging Putin

A 46-year old with no chance of winning the presidency has announced her bid, and she wants to get tough on fighters. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2q6rgmI

The world's biggest YouTube stars are seeing a massive slowdown

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2BZFuay

UK threatens to tax 'ruthless profiteers' Facebook and Google if they don't do more to combat extremism

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2BZOIni

Fog and smog settle over northern India

Visibility problems return to South Asia as cold air sinks across the region from the Himalayas. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DCfbrp

At least 81 journalists killed in 2017: report

Impunity for attacks and threats against journalists at "epidemic levels", says International Federation of Journalists. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DBh87x

History of the world at year 1 after Trump

On the eve of our second year with Donald Trump as US president, let's look back on what 2017 has been like. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2pZqBU0

DRC blocks internet as anti-Kabila protests planned

Government orders countrywide shutdown of internet and SMS service as church activists vow to defy protest ban. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BZyhHC

Muslims in India's Assam anxious over citizen list

Amid state crackdown on immigration from Bangladesh, activists warn that thousands of Muslims may be rendered stateless. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2q358tH

Two protesters killed in Iran anti-government rallies

Official confirms two dead in western city of Dorud but denies police fired fatal shots. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2pZdl1G

Funeral held for Palestinian killed in Gaza

Jamal Mosleh, 20, is the 16th Palestinian to be killed since Trump's declaration of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2q4kbmz

Tax internet firms over extremist content, says Ben Wallace

Tech giants are "ruthless profiteers" who are failing to fight terrorism, the security minister says. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2BXa9oZ

Hogmanay, and 12 other global festivities in December

We take a look at the different celebrations taking place on December around the world. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BxjAvd

Greece moves to block asylum granted to Turkish soldier

A Turkish officer who fled Turkey after a failed 2016 coup has been granted asylum in Greece, despite extradition calls. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2lxK1tE

What triggered Iran's protests?

Anti-government demonstrations take place in cities across Iran, the biggest in nearly a decade. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2lqTJyP

President-elect George Weah: What's next for Liberia?

Income inequality, poverty and corruption should be top priorities for Liberia president-elect George Weah, experts say. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Cj0EUH

Zambia deploys army to fight cholera outbreak

President Edgar Lungu directs military to help fight a cholera outbreak that has claimed 41 lives since late September. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2CrcKsi

Court upholds ban on Navalny running for president

Navalny had filed the appeal after the election committee decided last week he was barred from running for president. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2CtOaXN

US civil rights activist Erica Garner dies at 27

Activist and writer Erica Garner, the daughter of a New York man who died at the hands of police, died on Saturday. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2luAL9Y

Police shoot dead man after alleged Call of Duty 'swatting' hoax

The 28-year-old was shot by police after his address was allegedly given to police in prank call. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2CqyxAg

Flying taxis, mega deals and aviation in 2018

A look at the future of global aviation in 2018 after a turbulent year in the Middle East; plus, arms sales on the rise. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BWjY6y

The 17 biggest tech scandals of 2017

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2zPGxrE

Morsi gets 3 years in jail for 'insulting judiciary'

Egyptian court sentences ex-president Mohamed Morsi to three years in prison on charges of insulting the judiciary. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2CrVMdo

History through Cuban eyes: Noticiero ICAIC

A Listening Post special looking back at a time when Cuban movie theatres delivered the news like nobody else. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2q2lhQ1

Lawsuits, lies, and Colombian prisons: The downfall of two wildly successful tech entrepreneurs

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2ClL5eJ

RANKED: The 10 best European Airlines

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2EhDIDr

Tim Cook needs to take responsibility for Apple's battery scandal

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2pVK87O

How mainstream media gets Palestine wrong

Portrayal of Palestinians in Western mainstream media hasn't changed much since the colonial era. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DBGdz7

23 startups that became unicorns in 2017, scoring valuations of $1 billion or more

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2lmU8T7

Tesla the Car Is a Household Name. Long Ago, So Was Nikola Tesla.

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By JOHN F. WASIK from NYT Technology http://ift.tt/2CoUtMn

These are 7 of the hottest startups that launched in 2017

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2CnfJnY

Why are people protesting in Iran?

As thousands demonstrate against economic policies in various cities, Al Jazeera speaks to analyst Mohammad Marandi. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2lv6BmV

US military chief defends American involvement in Yemen

US vows to work with Saudi-led coalition to limit civilian casualties, after more than 100 deaths in the last 10 days. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BXx8jC

Milo Yiannopolous to speak at Hungary-funded V4 event

Far-right provocateur who made his name by targeting feminists and refugees slated to speak at Visegrad group meeting. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2CmXWgU

2017 in review: The best from Talk to Al Jazeera

We look back and follow up on some of 2017's most memorable and news-making interviews from around the world. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BUjz4B

Lorde set an example to follow for young celebrities

Lorde is arguably the first celebrity in her generation to refuse to perform in Israel. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2pZ5yRI

Guatemala says Jerusalem embassy move is final

Controversial decision to relocate the country's embassy in Israel to Jerusalem follows in US footsteps. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Eh3mYH

Trump warns Iran 'world is watching' amid rare protests

Washington condemns arrest of 'peaceful protesters' in anti-government rallies which began over the high cost of living. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DAzsxl

Israel withdraws from UNESCO

Israel's withdrawal will take effect on December 31, 2018, the same date that the US ends its membership. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2CldRfu

Bitcoin startup NiceHash has a new CEO just weeks after hackers stole $63 million from the company

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2zNE1Cb

The legendary creator of 'Super Mario' explains why he tries not to hire gamers to work at Nintendo

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2luNklk

The man who can't face the internet

One man's quest to keep his image off the internet. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2pTfAUl

Separation wall graffiti: Art or occupation tourism?

Burgeoning industry around graffiti spraying blamed for transforming Palestinian realities into recreation for tourists. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2CgEYIP

Here are all the UK tech figures named in the Queen's New Year's Honours list

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2BTEwg4

Nintendo’s Switch Brings Some Magic Back

By SIMON PARKIN from NYT Technology http://ift.tt/2BWIdlj

Marco Rubio blasts Apple for its 'arrogance' in slowing down iPhones with older batteries

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2CjPHC3

New Year Honours 2018: AI chief Demis Hassabis made CBE

The chief executive of DeepMind is recognised on the New Year Honours list. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2EdVK9o

The cost of bitcoin payments is skyrocketing because the network is totally overloaded

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2pYzKwl

25 high-paying jobs for shy people

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Can Russia's opposition win against Vladimir Putin?

If Putin wins the March election, it would mean he would have spent 24 years as leader by the end of his term. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zNLTDI

A hidden message about Obama golfing was deleted from Trump's website after people noticed

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2zNdftX

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Fox News Breaking News Alert State Department releases Huma Abedin emails found on Anthony Weiner's laptop 12/29/17 3:26 PM

Why Are All Our Words in Bubbles?

By JONAH ENGEL BROMWICH from NYT Technology http://ift.tt/2CbIMvu

Turkey arrests scores 'planning NYE attacks'

Foreign nationals among at least 75 people detained for suspected ISIL links in raids conducted in Ankara and Istanbul. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Dx96N5

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Sue Grafton, writer behind Kinsey Millhone Alphabet Series, dead at 77 12/29/17 2:42 PM

South Korea seizes vessel over 'oil transfer to North'

Officials say customs authorities seized and searched Hong Kong-flagged Lighthouse Winmore for breaching UN resolutions. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Dw5Ktp

A former Stanford dean reveals 7 ways parents can raise successful kids

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2pWQnrZ

A year of science under Trump

We survived a year of regressive policies hurting science, scientists and their ability to promote human well-being. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BTvks9

The internationally-popular Huawei Mate 10 could gain fans in the US with these four features

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2C9owuy

Uber's leaked financials show the company is still growing - but it's also losing money

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2ClUBfr

Israeli military strikes Gaza Strip after rocket fire

The Israeli army says it has attacked two Hamas positions after intercepting rockets fired from Gaza. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DxJW0O

Protests reported in Kermanshah and Mashhad in Iran

Hundreds rally in Kermanshah, Mashhad and other cities against economic inequality, unemployment and inflation. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2CkEgYl

DIGITAL HEALTH BRIEFING: ASCO's new partnerships aim to improve oncology care - MedStar Health provides digital tools for prenatal care - DarioHealth awarded new patent to improve its offerings

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DeepMind's CEO told Prince Harry his AI lab now employs 700 staff: 'It's really the biggest collection of brain power anywhere in the world on this topic'

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Apple apologises over slowed iPhones

US technology company apologises over its handling of the battery issue and says it will make a number of changes. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zKYjfI

Boakai concedes defeat to George Weah in Liberia vote

Current vice president phones former footballer George Weah to congratulate him on winning the presidential election. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2CbnKNq

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Child playing with stove caused fatal Bronx fire, NYC fire chief says 12/29/17 10:33 AM

Dealing With Destructive System Updates

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By J. D. BIERSDORFER from NYT Technology http://ift.tt/2ClhX4R

How to give your iPhone 7 a glowing Apple logo

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Support swells for brain damaged activist Erica Garner

Artists, politicians and groups send messages of hope to anti-police brutality campaigner and daughter of Eric Garner. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Co3S6A

10 things in tech you need to know today

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2pVUDIq

George Weah: From ghetto to football star to president

Ex-AC Milan striker won 61 percent of votes to defeat ruling party candidate and Liberian Vice President Joseph Boakai. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BUDn88

'Why my son?' asks mother of Kabul blast victim

Parwaiz Alim was among at least 40 victims of an ISIL-claimed suicide attack near a Shia cultural centre. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2CjGY0d

Apple's best-paid female employee earns nearly twice as much as CEO Tim Cook

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2lqJQR7

The founder of failed social media app Fling pleaded guilty to kicking his girlfriend in the stomach

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2lowl4r

Contact made with 'missing' Angolan satellite

Data links to Angola's first communications satellite have been restored after it went missing for two days from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2Cm8Q40

San Francisco’s Skyline, Now Inexorably Transformed by Tech

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By DAVID STREITFELD from NYT Technology http://ift.tt/2Ecpl3g

Kuppali Venkatappa Puttappa: Kuvempu's Kannada legacy

Renowned Kannada poet and author Kuppali Venkatappa Puttappa would have been celebrating his 113th birthday today. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zLgZfm

US says Romanians hacked Washington DC police cameras

The alleged attack took place in Washington DC just days before Donald Trump's inauguration. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2lpvCzL

YouTube app removed from Amazon Fire TV kit early

Amazon Fire TV devices now point people towards the YouTube website instead. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2zLYmIe

Casualties feared as gunman attacks Helwan church

Several wounded as gunman opens fire on Helwan City church before being shot dead by security guards. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2lgZMGk

Donald Trump rejects accusations of Russia collusion

US president says there were no ties between his campaign and Moscow, despite charges against several of his aides. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2EdqE1M

Court fees and fear: Bosnia war rape victims struggle

Chased for exorbitant court fees with little chance of justice, victims of rape and torture struggle to survive. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Cab0qk

The GCC's arms race and the Iranian 'threat'

GCC countries have spent billions of dollars on US arms. Will that guarantee their security? from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zKVrPO

Chess grandmaster Garry Kasparov on what happens when 'machines reach the level that is impossible for humans to compete'

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Two princes accused of corruption freed from detention

Two sons of late King Abdullah join princes freed from detention in Ritz-Carlton hotel after agreeing terms of release. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Dv55IF

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Fox News Breaking News Alert At least 12 confirmed dead in New York City fire, mayor says 12/28/17 10:08 PM

Google is making it harder for travelers to find the best prices, the Wall Street Journal charges

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How America's No. 1 bicycle company secretly tested the world's lightest production road bike, then unveiled it the day before the Tour de France

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Rose Marie, starred on ‘The Dick Van Dyke Show,’ dead at 94 12/28/17 7:51 PM

Apple's battery apology could be its most important ever

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Here's what the US actually agreed to in the Paris climate deal

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Bookstore Chains, Long in Decline, Are Undergoing a Final Shakeout

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By DAVID STREITFELD from NYT Technology http://ift.tt/2BQNSZO

Inside the secretive waterfront town that's home to Bill Gates' $125 million 'Xanadu 2.0' and Jeff Bezos' $91 million estate

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2zJBc53

Apple apologies for slowing iPhone batteries down

It says it will reduce the price of replacements and and will issue battery-monitoring software. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2leQEln

Uber: Softbank takes large stake in ride-hailing firm

The investment comes as the ride-hailing company concludes a difficult year. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2ChAEXh

SoftBank's big, discounted Uber deal is going through - and it's going to invest another $1.25 billion on top of that

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Uber Sells Stake to SoftBank, Valuing Ride-Hailing Giant at $48 Billion

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By MIKE ISAAC from NYT Technology http://ift.tt/2EbkBun

Apple apologizes for slowing down iPhones with older batteries

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2lg8bcU

Uber is about to limit Travis Kalanick's power in a major way and he's okay with that

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2lmy6Pj

Why are so many countries expanding in the Red Sea?

Turkey has signed a $650m deal to develop an island on the Red Sea. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2CktUI6

How New Year's Eve is celebrated around the world

We take a look at the most popular traditions and celebrations that take place around the world. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Dq0uHG

You probably won't understand this keyboard unless you're a lawyer

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I drove more than 35 cars in 2017 - these were my favorites

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2zIrgsz

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Alabama Democrat Doug Jones certified as winner of special Senate election 12/28/17 2:24 PM

George Weah set to win Liberia presidential runoff

Ex-football star wins election with 61 percent of vote in West African country's first democratic transition since 1944. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2lmEHtk

St Petersburg explosion 'an act of terror': Putin

President's description at odds with inquiry opened by local authorities into 'attempted murder of two or more people'. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zHXHrp

US to resume full visa services in Turkey

US Embassy in Ankara says it will resume full visa services in Turkey, ending a more than two-month suspension. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2pRWqOA

Tim Cook required to fly only by private jet

Tim Cook is required to fly on private aircraft for "security and efficiency". from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2DrJErY

In 2017, video games were at their very best - and their very worst

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2C4JRoU

'Heed these words of warning:' Ethereum founder threatens to leave if the crypto community doesn't grow up

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2zI83Y3

Critically ill Syrians evacuated from Eastern Ghouta

Deal allows evacuation of 12 critically ill patients, most of them children, from government-besieged Eastern Ghouta. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DrEpsB

Moving Your Number to Google Voice

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By J. D. BIERSDORFER from NYT Technology http://ift.tt/2Cg8SNb

Has Donald Trump broken the media?

In this UpFront special, we discuss Donald Trump's first year in office and the challenge of covering his presidency. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2ChtMeK

Al Jazeera's must-see documentaries of 2017

From the Boy who Started the Syrian War to Taking Back Marawi - these are the documentaries you need to watch. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BOdjvj

Lower house passes bill to criminalise 'triple talaq'

New law could see Muslim men found guilty of conducting instant divorce jailed for up to three years. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zHsODq

Crumbling architecture of former narco-state in Bissau

Like the country's glacial political process, the city's historical buildings reflect roots of colonialism. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2ChADoM

Exmo Bitcoin exchange chief executive kidnapped in Kiev

Pavel Lerner was kidnapped on Boxing Day in Kiev. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2CjiHrj

Nintendo quietly deleted a secret tribute to its former CEO from the Nintendo Switch

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2CfR1WA

Nintendo Switch secret golf game wiped

A 1984 video game hidden on the Nintendo Switch console has been deleted. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2E88A9a

Ethiopian workers 'beaten and robbed' by Saudi police

Undocumented workers say they saw their compatriots shot at and wounded by police when they tried to escape roundups. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Ck4xX3

Will 2018 be a year of change in Iraq?

In 2018 Iraq will have its first elections after the defeat of ISIL. How will that change the Iraqi political scene? from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zHmuM0

Samsung has a new battery issue in its latest phone

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Failed satellite programmed with 'wrong co-ordinates'

A multi-million pound weather satellite is lost after being programmed to take off from the wrong base. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2Cf2AgH

Troll alert tool banned by Twitter

A crowd-sourced effort to tackle fake accounts on the social network has been banned. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2zHCbTk

John McAfee says his Twitter account was hacked

Cyber-security pioneer reports his Twitter account was hacked and used to promote crypto-currencies. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2Ciz1bU

'Bruised and denied care': Fawzi al-Junaidi out on bail

Suffering from injuries, Fawzi al-Junaidi, 16, is released from Israeli detention and will face trial in January 2018. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BLQHeF

Israel to set up fund for poor states to gain support

Purported move follows overwhelming UN General Assembly vote rejecting US recognition of Jerusalem as Israeli capital. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Cd553j

Bitcoin exchange: South Korea bans anonymous accounts

Bitcoin fell more than 11 percent after South Korea said it would ban anonymous trading. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2lmcJOb

Cyclone Hilda batters The Kimberley

Western Australia hit by flooding rain and damaging winds from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2C31cOT

Apple to release source code for pre-Mac computer Lisa

Next year, Apple fans will be able to tinker with the source code for the firm's Lisa computer. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2pJKluI

Bitcoin: Which traditional banks sell cryptocurrencies

Here are a few of the traditional banks and exchange operators that allow you to buy Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zGDz8T

Amazon in talks to open in Saudi Arabia

Apple and Amazon are in licensing discussions with Riyadh on investing in Saudi Arabia. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DoYCiC

Kuwait: GCC will continue to operate despite rift

As crisis heads towards eighth month, deputy foreign minister hopeful about meeting of region's lawmakers in 2018. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zI271u

Workplace robots could increase inequality, warns IPPR

A think tank says replacing low-skilled workers with robots could mean bigger salary gaps in workplaces. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2BKbwr5

Apple sued for making old iPhones slower with update

Apple Inc defrauded iPhone users by slowing devices without warning to compensate for poor battery performance. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2pNVOcL

UNICEF: Children suffer at shocking scale in conflicts

UN agency says parties to conflicts blatantly disregard international laws designed to protect the most vulnerable. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zEVH2W

Why is the West praising Malala, but ignoring Ahed?

Is an empowered Palestinian girl not worthy of Western feminist admiration? from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2la8c2f

Bilawal Bhutto blames Musharraf for Benazir's death

Son of late Pakistani PM Benazir Bhutto leads chants declaring former president a 'murderer' at rally. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2ChxT8r

Iraqi Yazidis accused of abducting, killing civilians

Human Rights Watch says 52 civilians from Imteywit tribe were forcibly kidnapped and killed by Yazidi fighters in June. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BQeElf

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Several dead in twin attacks in Afghan capital, police say 12/28/17 3:05 AM

Content moderators for tech giants like Facebook and YouTube reveal what it's like to sift through some of the most disturbing material on the internet

from Business Insider India http://ift.tt/2C165Ir

Apple CEO Tim Cook made $12.8 million in 2017 - a 46% raise from last year

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Some Things About Tech Were Good in 2017. No, Really.

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By KEVIN ROOSE from NYT Technology http://ift.tt/2pKNdrp

'The most important Apple executive you've never heard of' is now also Apple's second-best paid

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The mysterious bitcoin tycoon who promised to give away their $86 million fortune just made another donation

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Apple's board says that Tim Cook has to fly private from now on 'in the interests of security and efficiency'

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BuzzFeed has fired its White House correspondent following allegations of inappropriate comments to a colleague

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5 New Year’s Resolutions to Protect Your Technology

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There might not be as many great-looking Nintendo Switch games next year

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Villagers struggle in aftermath of Philippines storm

Rural communities in the Philippines are trying to pick up the pieces after losing everything in Tropical Storm Tembin. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2pN2lom

Angolan loses contact with first commercial satellite

Space agency says too early to say satellite completely lost, day after AngoSat-1 was launched from Kazakhstan facility. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2E0FHf0

Jerusalem as capital: All the latest

Here are the latest developments since Donald Trump's decision to recognise Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Avzj17

My 11 most memorable movie moments of 2017

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Password-free smartphones are no longer the stuff of science fiction - they're everywhere

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Letters to Raqqa's missing

Al Jazeera brings the accounts of those whose loved ones were abducted and detained by ISIL in Syria's Raqqa. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BZHweV

Why is the US squeezing the UN?

The US is cutting the UN's budget by more than a quarter of a billion dollars. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zCuVrT

An artist accused Microsoft of stealing their idea for a video game ad, and gamers are furious

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Ukraine, pro-Russian rebels swap hundreds of prisoners

The swap of Ukrainian soldiers for Russia-backed separatists is the largest since the Ukraine conflict began in 2014. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BJQpoT

Tesla cars will soon get a new feature that owners have been demanding for months

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Kashmir: Social media gag on government workers slammed

Concern over free expression grows as order warns staff that security agencies are observing social media activities. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BZeBaR

Google says it will continue to allow other websites to opt out of web crawling after its agreement with the FTC expires

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Salman, Binali Yildirim urge Muslim unity on Palestine

King Salman and Binali Yildirim say whole Islamic world 'should act with unity' on Palestine after US Jerusalem move. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2CeiXYH

The Saudi art charade

Regime sponsorship of the arts could hurt artistic freedom of expression. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Dmv2ua

Erdogan pledges to boost Turkey-Tunisia trade ties

Four agreements to bolster military, economic and environmental cooperation signed by two countries' leaders. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Cctgfv

Some of the biggest crypto exchanges are shutting out new users because they can't keep up with demand

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Tunisia airline row: UAE 'political miscalculation'?

UAE's move to ban Tunisian women from Emirates flights reflects tense relations between the two countries, experts say. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zCTC7x

Ridley Scott explains why he's 'too dangerous' to make a 'Star Wars' movie

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A World of Deal Making, Gleaned With an iPhone X

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From Trump to Jerusalem: The year that was 2017

Year defined by the breaking of age-old conventions ends with uncertainty over fallout of Trump Jerusalem move. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2pGd2Ji

'I fear being shot': A Palestinian paramedic's account

Yehya Mubarak speaks to Al Jazeera about his daily struggles working as a paramedic in the occupied West Bank. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DYJhq3

YouTube's original series aren't setting the world on fire, and that's probably just fine for YouTube

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Escaping a Malware Trap

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Where is the mass resistance against Trump?

Anti-Trump protests in the US have failed to coalesce into a coherent mass movement. Why? from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2l6dQlY

Pennsylvania's Christmas beyond all expectations

Lake effect snow – it's more dramatic than it sounds from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2lgO8KA

Edward Snowden's Haven app 'catches spies'

Software is designed to record secret police and others that might search activists' possessions. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2lgQ3yT

All 36 notable characters in 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi,' ranked from worst to best

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10 things in tech you need to know today

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Vietnam army hires censors to fight 'internet chaos'

Local media reports the People's Army has hired more than 10,000 people to tackle "wrongful views". from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2li9hUR

The assassination that orphaned Pakistani politics

Ten years after Benazir Bhutto's assassination, the void she left behind in Pakistan's politics has not been filled. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2pJew5d

Germany: Brexit deal could be model for EU-Turkey ties

A smart Brexit agreement could be a model for other countries, such as Ukraine and Turkey, German FM Gabriel says. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2C0a2go

Israel behind 'Christian exodus' from Palestine

Study by Palestinian university finds that Christians blame stresses brought on by occupation for dwindling population. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BJiM6u

Britain is having trouble recruiting new spies because Facebook and Google pay 'five times more'

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Tesla's Elon Musk promises pick-up truck and new features

Elon Musk promises a pick-up truck and a range of new features for existing Tesla vehicles. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2l5NoJb

Paedophiles are using YouTube to show off indecent images of children to other predators

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Sanctuary churches fight Trump's deportation surge

Dozens of churches across the US are taking in undocumented immigrants to fight the uptick in deportations. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2lgYMRx

Israel applauds Egyptian writer's remarks on Jerusalem

Israeli embassy in Egypt expresses 'gratitude' at Youssef Ziedan's remarks on Jewish-Muslim relations. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2l790or

Go player to take on Chinese AI in match

More man versus machine Go playing but this time it will be Chinese AI that takes up challenge. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2BVRmOO

Mirza Ghalib: Legendary poet of the Urdu language

Remembering one of the most popular and influential poet and writers of the Urdu language. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DhQj8k

The most astonishing and predictable trend in economics just got more astonishing and predictable

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Aid groups evacuate critically ill from Eastern Ghouta

The government siege since 2013 has crippled food and medicine supplies, with many succumbing to hunger and disease. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2liwoie

Brazil expels Venezuelan envoy in tit-for-tat move

Move follows Venezuela's expulsion of Brazilian ambassador and comes a day after Canada expelled Venezuelan envoy. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2l2yMKz

What UberEats does when it snows to ensure people still get their takeaways

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These are the 10 best low-price smartphones you can buy right now

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Pakistan, India spar over 'spy' Kulbhushan Jadhav

India says Pakistan put words in convict's mouth and harassed relatives, but Islamabad denies mistreating relatives. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Dkb8jv

Obama warns against 'irresponsible' social media use

The ex-president was quizzed for the BBC by Prince Harry, in a rare interview since leaving office. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2BFzzap

Pennsylvania woman gets $284bn electricity bill

A woman gets a shock of her life after receiving an erroneous electricity bill for $284,460,000,000. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2C9l6oo

Chinese skyscraper to be auctioned online

The unfinished 156m skyscraper is being put up for auction on Taobao, China's biggest e-commerce site. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2BVvjHX

Turkey sends more troops to Qatar

New delegation joins Turkish forces at military base in Doha under a joint agreement between the two nations. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BEWYc9

Quantum computing: Modular system announced

Linking modular quantum computers together could create a more powerful network. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2lfbPmt

Charlie Brooker: Expect the most varied series of Black Mirror yet

Charlie Brooker and Annabel Jones talk online dating and social media (but strictly no spoilers). from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2C9aHsQ

The day Benazir Bhutto was killed

Al Jazeera's Kamal Hyder recalls events of the day 10 years ago and details the lack of progress made since. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DWE8i5

Can AI keep these zoo animals warm?

A UK zoo has teamed up with tech giant IBM in a bid to keep its heating costs down during the winter. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2Cae5WH

Bitcoin: charting a crazy 2017

Bitcoin has had an interesting year, so should we now take it seriously? from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2BG4iEe

Bitcoin: Would you want to get paid in cryptocurrency?

A Japanese internet firm is the latest to offer its staff part of their salaries in the digital currency. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2Cae3OE

This thimble-sized gadget is the world's smallest fully-functional cellphone

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Is Liberia on path to democratic power transition?

If the results of a presidential runoff hold, it would mark the first democratic transition of power in 73 years. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2C95nbk

Liberia election: George Weah v Joseph Boakai

Counting of votes under way after delayed presidential runoff seen as country's first democratic transition since 1944. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2pBkfKl

Freed From the iPhone, the Apple Watch Finds a Medical Purpose

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Buying a MacBook Pro from Apple's Refurbished Mac store was the best decision I've made for getting a new computer

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How Big Tech Is Going After Your Health Care

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Angola eyes big benefits from AngoSat-1 launch

Launch of communications satellite from Kazakh facility puts sub-Saharan African country on the map in the space race. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2l2oytx

Microsoft thinks the only way to get bigger smartphone screens is by adding a second screen

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Egypt hangs 15 for Sinai Peninsula violence

Executions for attacks against troops described by rights group as 'flagrant breach of international law' by government. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zz2TO0

Ismail Haniya warns against US 'deal of the century'

Ismail Haniya tells local, regional and international players not to play any role in Trump's reported Middle East plan. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BDATL9

The Guantanamo art that makes Washington nervous

Art created by Guantanamo detainees made it outside the walls of their prison. And there was a backlash. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DflnVW

Apple's iMac Pro accessories surface on eBay without the $5,000 commitment

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One of Steve Jobs' most famous Apple flops will be released for free in 2018

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Adding Even More Life to Live Photos

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The traditional headphone jack may prevail on Samsung smartphones in 2018

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'Civilians killed' in Saudi raids in Yemen's Taiz

At least 20 people killed and dozens more wounded in a series of Saudi-led raids on a market in Taiz province. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Cc3Zox

HQ Trivia, the biggest iPhone game of 2017, has delayed the release of its Android app

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World's most exposed place to tear gas is in Palestine

Aida refugee camp in the occupied West Bank is the most exposed place to tear gas on the planet, new study says. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DWxEjy

CRYPTO INSIDER: Bitcoin is rebounding

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Marlene Dietrich: An alternative fighter in WWII

Described as "a wild original", Dietrich was a high-profile entertainer during World War II. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2l1jUfl

Christopher Plummer replaced Kevin Spacey in 'All the Money in the World' - but there's one shot where you can still see Spacey

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I will only ever travel to Japan using Airbnb for a very unusual reason

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Heroin's children: My life inside the US opioid crisis

A teenager who lost both her parents to drugs shares what it is like to grow up amid the US opioid epidemic. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DUJOcH

What could Mnangagwa's army ties mean for Zimbabwe?

Piers Pigou, of the International Crisis Group, weighs in on the possible military influence in a post-Mugabe era. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DejXLx

Tunisia demands formal UAE apology over women row

Foreign minister says public apology is in order after Emirates Airlines bars Tunisian women from boarding its flights. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BDTM0q

Pakistan says troops killed by cross-border Indian fire

Three soldiers are killed and one is wounded in the Rakhchikri area of Pakistani-administered Kashmir, army says. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DgyBBX

Canada retaliates by expelling Venezuelan diplomat

Canada's move is in response to Caracas expelling Ottawa's ambassador for interfering in Venezuela's domestic affairs. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zxcULM

Bitcoin expert: "There is no right current price"

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Israel 'in touch with 10 countries' over embassy moves

Comments by Israeli deputy FM come as Guatemala comes under fire for announcing plan to relocate embassy to Jerusalem. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DQcm71

Uber's food delivery company is outgrowing the taxi business in some cities

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Running out of sand: in numbers

We illustrate the depletion of one the world's most sought-after commodities of the 21st century: sand. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zwAng9

Will the GCC crisis be resolved in 2018?

Two scenarios for the GCC crisis in 2018. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zvcqpf

Liberia election: George Weah versus Joseph Boakai

Liberians set to choose between former international football star and current vice president. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BBrIef

How baby play is helping robots imagine the future

Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley have taught a robot to play. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2kTYL6Y

Julian Assange's Twitter account briefly vanished

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Ahed and Nariman Tamimi's detentions extended

Bassem Tamimi worried about daughter's treatment in Israeli detention centre where she and her mother are being tried. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DcVAhn

Ten predictions for 2018

From Putin to Saudi-Iran tensions to the royal wedding, here are 10 predictions for what the next 12 months will hold. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2C3QVyQ

Probe ordered into Philippine shopping centre fire

Criminal inquiry ordered into shopping-centre tragedy in Mindanao even as island reels from impact of tropical storm. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BPvvJ6

Oren Hazan harasses families of Palestinian prisoners

Member of parliament boards bus carrying families of Palestinian prisoners, calling their sons 'dogs' and 'terrorists'. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2C4m7OD

Is ISIL finished for good?

ISIL has been defeated in Syria and Iraq, but is it destroyed? And where have all the group's fighters gone? from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2D48uht

These snap-on pods provide extra power to your smartphone

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Bangladesh disappearances 'a matter of grave concern'

Rights advocates accuse authorities of using 'abductions' to send message to people regarded as a threat to the state. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DMc9Sa

Saudi raids kill over 70 Yemeni civilians in 48 hours

Residents and local media say three children and two women among victims of blitz targeting Houthi rebels around Sanaa. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zu3Kzq

Everything we know about Magic Leap's mysterious new headset that cost $1.9 billion and 6 years to create

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How to Tell Google That Meat Is Off the Menu

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Bitcoin's wild volatility could soon start creeping into other markets

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Russia's Alexei Navalny barred from presidential run

Opposition leader calls for boycott of March vote after poll committee cites his fraud conviction to hand down ruling. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2D8AGQw

I completely quit eating sugar over the holidays, and it solved my biggest problem

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We drove the two best American luxury cars money can buy - and the winner is clear

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Microsoft veteran Julie Larson-Green is known for building successful teams - here's how she does it

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FGM in Sri Lanka: It's never 'just a nick'

Female genital mutilation still has its supporters within various Muslim communities in Sri Lanka. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DNhNn2

Palestinians celebrate Christmas amid tensions

People gather in Bethlehem, which had been almost empty of visitors due to tensions since Trump's Jerusalem decision. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Dc9uQW

Facebook's music deal could give a big boost to its video effort

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We compared 3 self-driving systems in cars - and the winner is clear

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Pope warns of 'winds of war' in Christmas message

Pontiff hopes for peace in Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Yemen, Iraq and Syria as well as Korean Peninsula. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2C2c8cw

Lebanese PM Hariri 'pressured to resign' by the Saudis

New York Times report, citing western and Lebanese officials, sheds light on Hariri's alleged detention in Riyadh. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BPs4Sk

12 global festivities in December, besides Christmas

We take a look at the different celebrations taking place on December around the world. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BxjAvd

Are the US and Russia headed for more tension in 2018?

As the year winds down, Donald Trump describes Moscow as a threat and Vladimir Putin accuses Washington of aggression. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2C5Io0B

Singer Lorde cancels Israel event after backlash

Organisers confirm New Zealand singer will not perform in Tel Aviv in June as planned after outcry from BDS activists. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2C2Ml6z

Palestinians slam Israeli plan for new settlement units

Israeli construction minister announces campaign promoting building of 300,000 settlement units in East Jerusalem. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2C7vyPq

No woman no fly: Twitter tackles Tunisia-Emirates spat

Social media users blast UAE after it denied entry to Tunisian women and praise response by North African country. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2D7xt3G

Russia urges US-North Korea talks over nuclear crisis

Moscow calls on US and allies to refrain from provoking tensions and exerting 'maximum pressure' on Pyongyang. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2prLQ0u

Following Trump, Guatemala to move embassy to Jerusalem

President Jimmy Morales announces plans to relocate embassy from Tel Aviv to Holy City as protests continue worldwide. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Db4fkk

Kabul: Five killed as ISIL bomber targets spy agency

Attack comes towards end of deadly year in Afghan capital, with several assaults claimed by ISIL. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2C2gaBs

How Qatar-Gulf crisis developed up to the GCC summit

Here is how the Qatar-Gulf crisis developed day by day up to December 5. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2xi4ZkU

Why a German Turk opened a hotline for the far right

Ali Can, whose Turkish family sought asylum years ago, engages with far-right voters to quell fears about refugees. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2D9Ubbt

Pope Francis pleads for refugees at Christmas Eve mass

Pontiff strongly defends refugees, urging the world not to ignore plight of people 'driven from their land'. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Bwts8q

Egypt: Nine Sinai attack suspects killed in police raid

Security forces raid farmhouse in Sharqiya, killing nine people suspected of involvement in deadly attacks in the Sinai. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2prDWUP

Tunisia suspends Emirates Airlines flights

Move comes after UAE-based carrier blocked Tunisian women from boarding their Dubai-bound flights. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DHDWmK

Turkey and Sudan agree to boost ties in Erdogan visit

The two countries agree to establish a strategic cooperation council and to increase bilateral trade relations. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BZU5Us

South Sudan: Army and rebels allege truce breaches

Just hours after ceasefire came into effect, rebels and government forces accuse one another of ceasefire violations. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DI8PYf

Alexei Navalny launches bid to challenge Vladimir Putin

Opposition leader Alexei Navalny plans to compete against Vladimir Putin in the 2018 presidential elections. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zoXdpT

Russia's undersea naval activity is at record levels, and NATO is worried about a crucial lifeline to the world

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Two incredible smartphone innovations in the works, and their likelihood of becoming real

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Palestinian Christian leaders denounce Trump's decision

Palestinian Christian leaders reject US recognition of Jerusalem as Israeli capital, calling it dangerous and offensive. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2D8iOVL

Cobalt mining: dark side of the electric car revolution

Electric cars are causing a boom in cobalt mining. But most of the resource is mined in dangerous conditions in the DRC. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2C0hZ26

What does the US want from Pakistan?

Tensions rise as US issues another strong warning to Pakistan, saying it's hiding what it calls 'terrorist' groups. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2D4kcZG

Big Tech succeeded in getting bigger in 2017 - but its failures to society became much more apparent

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Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert President Donald Trump participates in a Christmas Eve video teleconference with military service members 12/24/17 9:03 AM

The rise of social robots

A glimpse into a future where humans and robots coexist. TechKnow meets social robots in Japan. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2kScxqL

Palestinian youth wounded in anti-Trump protest dies

Mohammed Sami al-Dahdouh was injured in Gaza protesting Trump̢۪s decision to recognise Jerusalem as Israeli capital. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2l6XHvt

What your morning routine should look like, according to science

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Kameron Prescott: Anger as police kill Texas child

Death of Kameron Prescott by sheriff's deputies in southern state renews debate over deadly police encounters in US. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2D6nF9V

Bitcoin: Know this before you buy

'Bitcoin is right now the riskiest investment you can make.' Here are the risks you should consider before you buy. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2C6eAkR

Christmas in India tarnished by 'climate of hate'

Citing incursion of 'Western ideas', radical Hindu groups have launched attacks on Indians celebrating Christmas. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BIyFhI

Israel arrests, releases three Turkish men in Jerusalem

Israeli court has released three Turkish men a day after they were arrested at entrance to al-Aqsa Mosque compound. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Btmf9a

Muslims succeed in Russia despite xenophobia

Although they have been labelled a blue-collar workforce, many Central Asians work as engineers, doctors and scholars. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BsiXTx

Philippines landslides: A disaster waiting to happen

Death toll from the effects of Tropical Storm Tembin was made worse by human activity. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zoKuDH

Rohingya: 500,000 unlikely to receive schooling in 2018

Humanitarian group warns of 'lost generation' as Rohingya refugee children in Bangladesh lack access to schooling. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BJfcNX

Israel seals off entrance to Ramallah district

Israeli forces indefinitely shut DCO checkpoint in West Bank amid 'rioting' in Ramallah over US Jerusalem decision. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BtAaMz

North Korea slams new UN sanctions as 'act of war'

Anger follows action by UN Security Council strangling energy supply and ordering North Koreans abroad to return home. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BI4EOX

How Putin became a problem for Russian oligarchs

The threat of US sanctions makes closer links to the the Russian president not so desirable. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BHFbFj

Turkey sacks 2,766 civil servants over 'terror' links

More than 600 military staff and 360 gendarmes among the public employees dismissed by emergency decree. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zoRgsV

NCCC Mall: Dozens feared dead in shopping centre fire

President Rodrigo Duterte breaks down in tears with victims as officials say 37 feared dead in southern city. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BHU4r3

Trump's UN Jerusalem failure a 'gift to Iran': Haaretz

International repudiation of US embassy move will have broader ramifications for Israel, according to Haaretz analysis. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BJGJPe

Iran, the Hejaz railway and the 'ultimate deal'

Israel's proposal to the Arab world: an anti-Iran axis, trade along a revived Hejaz railway and a Gaza mini-state. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2l6Ji2L

Why are British Muslim marriages unprotected by law?

Most British Muslims have religious-only ceremonies and almost 30 percent have no idea union is unprotected by law. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2l3VXDw

Will Mnangagwa deliver on promise to tackle corruption?

New president has vowed to fight corruption but critics say arrests of ex-officials are driven by political motives. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2pmjEw1

Pentagon: Boeing wins $6.2bn contract for Qatar's F-15

The aircraft are to be delivered at the end of 2022 and will be built by Boeing in St. Louis, Missouri. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BWY0RF

Is ISIL finished for good?

ISIL has been defeated in Syria and Iraq, but is it destroyed? And where have all the group's fighters gone? from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2D48uht

Inside San Francisco's most exclusive neighborhood, where old money rubs elbows with tech billionaires

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Constantino Chiwenga named ZANU-PF deputy

Retired general Constantino Chiwenga was instrumental in the ousting of Zimbabwe's long-time president Robert Mugabe. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2pm8gjF

The most mind-blowing space and astronomy pictures of 2017

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These tech execs have regrets about the world-changing sites they helped create

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Israeli abuse against Palestinian minors rises: report

Rights group says seven Palestinian minors have been seriously injured by Israeli forces since US Jerusalem decision. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BUeWIx

This is why I use an iPhone instead of Android, but a Windows PC instead of a Mac

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Coca-Cola: Red-and-whitewashing the empire

Capitalism's flagship company has been working tirelessly for over a century to disguise the reality of US imperialism. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BpulzF

I went on an African safari - and saw feeding lions, baby giraffes, and overprotective warthogs

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The 10 most high-tech sedans you can buy

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A look at the weddings of Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, LeBron James, and more highly successful people

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I tried a lot of smartwatches in 2017 - here are my top 5 picks

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Will Trump's tax bill trigger a trade war?

How US President Donald Trump's overhaul of the US tax system could spark an international trade war. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BVY8kx

China's killer smog rolls in

Each winter Beijing suffers severe air pollution threatening the mega-city's 21.5 million residents. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BoRP7U

Is Canada the world's refugee role model?

We ask Immigration Minister Ahmed Hussen about Canada's border policies and his own experience as a Somali refugee. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2kK35pg

Is the US covering up civilian deaths in Iraq?

We ask journalist Azmat Khan and Professor John Tirman about the lack of transparency in the so-called precision war. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2kJeJRh

Russia condemns US move to sell weapons to Ukraine

US to provide Kiev with 'enhanced defensive capabilities' as the country battles Russian-backed separatists. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2C331e3

Peru expels North Korean diplomats over nuclear crisis

Officials given 15 days to leave Lima after UN Security Council votes to impose tough new sanctions on North Korea. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2kN4hZ5

Deadly flooding and landslides hit the Philippines

More than 100 people dead as Tropical Storm Tembin slams the island of Mindanao. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2kM1nDA

'The world wants peace not death': Trump on UNSC vote

US President Trump hails the UN Security Council after it unanimously adopts new sanctions on North Korea. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DBcJSU

The UK government needs more than tough words to get Facebook and Twitter to cough up Russia evidence

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Can minimum pricing help tackle alcoholism in Scotland?

Doctors hail Scottish government's plan to address culture of excessive drinking, but doubts remain over its impact. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BDp2AJ

Iraq's paramilitary troops deployed at Syrian border

Popular Mobilisation Forces deployed to back up border guards after several attacks by missiles from the Syrian side. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BVULtW

The vulture restaurant

The species once numbered in the millions, but the last count in 2016 estimated there are only 10,000 left globally. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BD4qIH

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Theranos is gearing up for a rebound with $100 million to get it through 2018

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Fox News Breaking News Alert EXCLUSIVE: Sessions orders Justice Department review of Obama-era Hezbollah investigations 12/22/17 6:01 PM

What will the Jerusalem vote mean for US diplomacy?

A stinging rebuke at the UN General Assembly may herald deeper problems for US foreign policy. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2kWIY6q

It turns most of the seasonal music played during the holidays isn't the classics - it only seems that way

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Uber exec Rachel Holt admits: 'Everything hasn't happened in the right way in the past'

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Resuming Camera Uploads With Dropbox

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UN imposes new sanctions on North Korea

Security Council unanimously backs tough new sanctions on North Korea over latest ballistic missile test. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BBMwpI

Iran, Turkey, Russia strike deal on Syria detainees

Working group to discuss exchange and release of prisoners held by pro-government forces and rebel groups. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zguljl

Here's how the tax bill will affect people in different jobs, from bakers making $20,000 to surgeons making $250,000

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Mexico: Renewed land dispute displaces 5,000 in Chiapas

Church leaders warn of 'chilling similarities' between current conflict and what̢۪s been called the 1997 Acetal massacre. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BBzEzU

The 9 best memes of 2017

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Business Insider is hiring a paid research intern for our video team--apply now!

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Jaguar is releasing its stunning Tesla rival in 2018 - here's a closer look at the SUV

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Interpreting the Catalan elections

Yesterday's vote has confirmed that Catalonia's politics will remain polarised. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2C10GjN

Amazon just bought Blink, a startup that makes wireless security cameras

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Peru's Pedro Pablo Kuczynski faces impeachment vote

Peruvian President Pedro Pablo Kuczynski is accused of accepting bribes from a Brazilian construction company. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BvFO3Q

Coinbase halts buying and selling as crypto market plunges

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Companies like Facebook and LinkedIn are paying for employees to get on-the-clock 'life coaching'

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DIGITAL HEALTH BRIEFING: Salesforce continues push into healthcare - Acquisition by Humana highlights data sharing and analytics - The majority of healthcare organizations lack a cybersecurity leader

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Donald Trump signs Tax Cuts Act into law

Donald Trump has hailed the $1.5 trillion tax overhaul as a 'historic victory' for the American people. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2pbI2At

Mahmoud Abbas urges EU to take lead in peace efforts

Day after UN vote, Palestinian President Abbas says he has 'trust' in French leader Macron's efforts to advance peace. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Dy78MT

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Israeli forces kill two Palestinians in Gaza protests

Soldiers opened fire on Palestinians protesting against US decision to move its embassy to Jerusalem. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2l0r0zN

Rohingya crisis brings Turkey and Bangladesh closer

Turkey and Bangladesh, once at odds, are cooperating to bring aid to hundreds of thousands of Rohingya refugees. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BAbqGr

Bitcoin speculators are 'getting burned' and companies that recently pivoted to blockchain are going down with them

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The latest audio issue with Google's Pixel 2 XL sounds like a scene from 'Alien'

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Israel to maintain ties with Austria's far-right FPO

Critics sound the alarm on Israeli drive to normalise push with far-right groups in Austria and elsewhere in Europe. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2CWlwNY

Brexit win or cringe? UK reacts to new blue passport

Anti-EU right-wing celebrates return of pre-EU colour but others are less enthusiastic. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BQMya6

Saudi sisters who fled to Turkey fear forced return

Lawyer says sisters, aged 28 and 30, were subjected to torture and abuse by family members before they fled to Istanbul. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2pcqgwS

Bitcoin loses third of value over week

The roller coaster ride continues for the virtual currency as it falls from almost $20,000 to $13,400. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2BWm3CW

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Canada: Are Refugees Welcome?

We speak to the country's immigration minister, a former Somali refugee, and discuss the toll of US airstrikes in Iraq. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2pcWqbQ

Reindeer hunted by wolverines get safety app

It is designed to protect the animals, which have a special role in Christmas tradition, from predators. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2zflgHN

Apple faces lawsuits over slowed iPhones

Two lawsuits been brought on behalf of users of older iPhones in the US. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2BlyqEK

Solstice 2017: The shortest and longest day of the year

Today Google celebrates the solstice, which marks the start of summer in the south, and winter in the north. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2By6jXj

Three images become new face of Palestinian resistance

Three iconic images that emerged following the latest wave of protests have been hailed as reminders of the resistance. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2kZ5uLV

Top 10 reasons to celebrate the UN vote on Jerusalem

This vote exposed that the Palestinian cause is a towering global concern not limited to Arab and Muslim countries. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BX4Usv

Apple is facing lawsuits over its policy of slowing down older iPhones

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Google's AI can tell how good your photos are

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Myanmar's stateless Chin endure refugee life in India

Thousands from Christian Chin ethnic group fear they will be forced out of India where they reside with few rights. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2pfLzxU

Cuban refugees stranded in Serbia

Serbia has become 'a huge buffer zone for Europe, where refugee rights are usually ignored', NGO worker says. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2kDWA7i

'Europe has to reform': How the far right grew in 2017

Trump and Brexit seized on in January and Austria becoming only country to bring in far right celebrated at end of 2017. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DvLzMX

Week in pictures: From Yemen crisis to Kashmir killing

A photo roundup of some of last week's events, including political crisis in Peru and protests in Palestine. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DvXhrd

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Pakistan reaffirms commitment to nuclear deterrence

Policy aims to maintain nuclear weapons systems and warheads on the tactical, operational and strategic levels. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2pcfNla

A Jerusalem Christmas

Ethnic cleansing and occupation have marked my Christmases in Jerusalem for decades. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Dr8gSJ

UK 'ready to retaliate' against Russian cyber attacks

Boris Johnson says Britain is ready to retaliate over threats to UK national security and the West. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2BwqCnO

Eric Schmidt steps down as boss of Google owner

The executive chairman of Google-owner Alphabet will remain on the board as a technical adviser. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2CV2O9v

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Looking to buy some stolen credit card numbers? Just head to Facebook

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Apple changes rules on app 'loot boxes'

Customers will now have to be told how likely they are to get certain in-game items, says Apple. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2kCW615

The glitch that stole Christmas: How to handle smart tech gifts

How to prevent net-connected toys and other smart tech gifts becoming a post-Christmas nightmare. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2kUPCKm

Can your online reputation be bleached?

Legislation that protects websites from lawsuits is cleansing negative comments from online forums. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2kDN7wX

Cord cutting isn't just for Millennials - even 50-somethings want their internet TV

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The Can’t-Lose Way for Your Business to Pop: Add Bitcoin to Its Name

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Eric Schmidt to Step Down as Alphabet’s Executive Chairman

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Eric Schmidt is stepping down as executive chairman of Alphabet, Google's parent company

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Footlocker is combining 2 of the hottest trends in internet culture to build hype around the latest Air Jordan sneakers

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Suicide, social media, and a Japanese serial killer

Many young Japanese take to Twitter to discuss suicidal thoughts, and at least nine fell prey to a mass murderer. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zchkqZ

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Vice President Mike Pence makes surprise visit to Afghanistan 12/21/17 4:26 PM

A Cute Toy Just Brought a Hacker Into Your Home

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Goldman Sachs is reportedly building a cryptocurrency trading desk

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Apple's $5 billion 'spaceship' campus is ready for takeoff - but some employees will be left behind

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To lure Amazon's HQ2, Detroit would free it from many taxes - and allow it to pocket employees' state income taxes for 20 years

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Tesla owners are incredibly happy with their cars

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Palestinians in Jerusalem: UN vote 'pointless exercise'

As UN General Assembly rejects Trump's Jerusalem decision, Palestinians say two-state solution is long gone. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BijkzR

Catalan separatists projected to win snap election

Catalonia's secessionist parties projected to continue governing the breakaway region under threats from Madrid. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BX79fK

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Elon Musk reportedly ran his secretive LA private school out of the SpaceX office in the very beginning

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Elon Musk slams critics and explains how he really feels about public transit in Twitter rant

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BatteryGate: How Apple secretly slowed down older iPhones, and why it's such a big deal

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Can Cyril Ramaphosa save South Africa's ANC?

Ramaphosa was elected as the new leader of South Africa's ruling ANC party on Monday. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BuQ90L

Anti-Trump protesters facing decades in jail cleared

First 'J20' case ends with six defendants exonerated on all charges, but advocates caution many trials remain. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Bx5Sw8

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Inside an 18th century Scottish farmhouse that was transformed into a modern day home powered by the sun

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UN Jerusalem resolution: How each country voted

A country breakdown of the General Assembly vote rejecting US decision to recognise Jerusalem as Israel's capital. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2kAbNWM

Is Apple Slowing Down Old iPhones? Questions and Answers

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Rian Johnson explains why we saw so little of a certain character in 'The Last Jedi'

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Amazon filed a trademark for a YouTube-like competitor - even as it was feuding with Google about access to the video site

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Turkey summons UAE envoy after Ottoman insult retweet

Row over UAE foreign minister retweet targeting Ottoman-era governor of Medina escalates with Turkey summoning an envoy. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2DqyAfM

Facebook strikes music deal with Universal

The firms are working together on new music products and have signed a licensing agreement. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2Bvb18f

UN General Assembly rejects Trump's Jerusalem move

General Assembly resoundingly passes draft resolution rejecting US recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2zbVFiT

Google's new premium Pixelbook costs an eye-watering $1,600 - here are the pros and cons to consider before buying it

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Bitcoin: My 400 coin bet paid off, but is it too late for others?

An entrepreneur funded her business by speculating on the crypto-currency, but is it too late for others? from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2p7x4fr

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The head of Google's life-extension spinoff says one type of diet could prolong life

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A US financial watchdog is warning investors about crypto 'pump and dump' schemes

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The bizarre history of the Yule Log Christmas special

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Check out LG's gorgeous new 5K ultrawide monitor

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Saudi footballers shun media due to Qatar news channels

Saudi players and officials refuse to talk to journalists in Kuwait due to presence of Qatari media at press briefing. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2CSIkyj

The Houthis' endgame in Yemen

The Houthis are trying to resurrect the imamate that once ruled Yemen, but they lack support from most Yemenis. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BU3JtV

Instagram is reviewing Britain First's social accounts

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ANC resolves to downgrade Israeli embassy

Ruling party says move sends clear message to Israel 'that there is a price to pay for human rights abuses'. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BKoA0c

My 11 favorite apps and gadgets I tried in 2017

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CRYPTO INSIDER: A rush of companies are pivoting to blockchain

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Using Android to Convert Pixels to Paper

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Facebook ditches fake news warning flag

The social network will no longer display a warning icon next to disputed stories. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2p4YMtj

5 days on, another tropical storm for the Philippines

Less than a week after a tropical storm crossed the Philippines, another one has already formed and is moving in. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2z9UOiP

Erdogan: Mr Trump Turkey's democracy is not for sale

"You cannot buy Turkey's democratic will with your dollars," Erdogan tells Trump, ahead of UN vote on Jerusalem issue. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BS7lwF

Chinese live streaming website shut down

The site was closed after protests about the public sharing of streams filmed in schools and gyms. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2kUKhCV

Number of cholera cases in Yemen hits one million

Red Cross says more than 80 percent of population lack adequate access to food, clean water, and health care. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BVPpRy

The Yemenis trapped between war and US extreme vetting

Trump's latest iteration of the travel ban excludes those with close ties to the US but many still face years in limbo from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2Brndqh

Silicon Valley VCs are being pressured into raising big new funds by the size of SoftBank

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CPJ: Iraq, Syria, deadliest countries for journalists

US-based NGO records 42 journalist deaths in 2017, at least 15 of which took place in Iraq, Syria. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2p9u1U7

Facebook is scrapping its system of flagging fake news because it had 'the opposite effect to what we intended'

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Cracking down on independence movements is a bad idea

Central governments can limit the damage caused by secession campaigns only by providing a legal path to independence. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BJNw8n

Ferry carrying 251 capsizes off Philippines

Causalities reported after ferry capsizes and sinks between Dinhican and Polillo Island in Quezon province. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BVoeqi

Will the UN challenge US threats over Jerusalem?

General Assembly to vote on decision to recognise Jerusalem as Israeli capital in face of unprecedented US intimidation. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BdYstw

HRW calls for UN to sanction Saudi crown prince

Rights group says plaudits Mohammed bin Salman received for reforms are undeserved as human rights violations continue. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2p1Scn3

Apple's iPhones slowed to tackle ageing batteries

Customers have long suspected iPhones slow down over time. Now, Apple has confirmed some models do. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2BqJyVc

Car hits Melbourne pedestrians in 'deliberate act'

Two arrests made after SUV hits pedestrians, injuring at least 14 people, with police saying it was a 'deliberate act'. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2COOxv4

2017 Al Jazeera news quiz

Follow the news? Take our quiz and see if you can recognise some of the biggest stories of 2017. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BI7VKU

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The real Apple iPhone battery scandal is that it took control away from customers

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Apple just confirmed a longtime conspiracy theory - and gave regular customers a big reason to distrust it

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A Chicago trading firm is hiring for a new cryptocurrency team

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Apple's bold new plan to keep the Mac relevant could actually be a big sign that the iPad will replace it

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Amazon still dominates the smart speaker market - but the competition is closing in

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6 potential iPhone X upgrades to look forward to in 2018

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Forget the Magic Leap headset's many limitations - nobody is going to wear this thing

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The hottest 29 video games you shouldn't miss in 2018

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Apple explains why older iPhones appear to be slowing down

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San Francisco's abandoned nuclear test site reveals the dark aftermath of war - take a look inside

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South Korea is creating a 'dronebot' military unit that could swarm North Korea

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NASA just picked 2 finalists for its next billion-dollar space mission - here's what the projects could accomplish

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Bahrain warns against challenging US over 'side issues'

Khalid al-Khalifa says it is unhelpful to 'pick fights' over 'side issues', which many interpret as Jerusalem reference. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BbhVuV

North Korean soldier defects across DMZ under fog cover

South Korean soldiers fire warning shots at border guards from North Korea who appeared to be searching for the soldier. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BShoBH

Catalonia elections: Poll aims to end separatist crisis

Highly-anticipated regional elections, aimed at resolving separatist crisis, could have EU-wide implications. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2z7RG6K

Al Jazeera demands Egypt release reporter held for year

Egypt's actions against Mahmoud Hussein are in 'clear and blatant violation of his basic human rights', network says. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2p3o9eT

Has the Yemen campaign achieved its goals?

Saudi Arabia and its coalition partners launched a military campaign in the Arab world's poorest country in March 2015. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2CN9g2i

Trump claims tax reform bill as a 'historic victory'

Donald Trump's tax reform bill lowers individual and corporate tax rates but critics say it unjustly benefits the rich. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BnYALo

Artificial intelligence school inspections face resistance

The National Association of Head Teachers criticises plans to use algorithms to help rate schools. from BBC News - Technology http://ift.tt/2BGxL1S

Emmerson Mnangagwa vows to open Zimbabwe to investors

Zimbabwe's new president pledges to boost economic growth and fight fraud in his first state of the nation address. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BHErwJ

Canadians rally support for Quebec mosque attack 'hero'

Fundraiser for Aymen Derbali, who was seriously hurt in the Quebec mosque shooting, aims to pay for an accessible home. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BnQLW7

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Israeli army responds to fresh protests with live fire

More than 80 injured in protests called by the Palestinian leadership against US president's Jerusalem declaration. from Al Jazeera English http://ift.tt/2BnDUmO

Boeing just revealed an autonomous plane that can refuel fighter jets in midair

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These are the 10 most popular TV shows of the year, according to Nielsen ratings

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Video Game Creators Seek Out Hollywood for Robust Narratives

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NASA is about to announce the finalists of its next $1 billion space mission

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