Brazil: Lula da Silva barred from running for presidency
Top electoral court rules jailed former president cannot run in October's election because of his graft conviction. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ouXnJm
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Meet the Democratic businessman who wants to beat Trump in 2020 and give every American a basic income: 'Donald Trump gives entrepreneurs a bad name'
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California Lawmakers Pass Nation’s Toughest Net Neutrality Law
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Segway's self-balancing e-skates prove a challenge
BBC Chris Foxx takes Segway's new self-balancing e-skates out for a test run. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2MKoj6w
Apple says some iPhone 8 devices have a manufacturing defect and will fix them for free - here's how to see if you're affected
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India Pushes Back Against Tech ‘Colonization’ by Internet Giants
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One of Apple's secretive self-driving cars got in a crash for the first time - but it doesn't seem to be Apple's fault
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Fox News Breaking News Alert FBI arrests five 'extremist Muslim' New Mexico compound suspects days after multiple charges were dropped 08/31/18 6:29 PM
US ends all funding for UN's Palestine refugee agency
Move by Trump administration sharply criticised as a 'flagrant assault' on Palestinians already enduring dire situation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wzeCMZ
As Syria's final battles looms, what comes next?
The Assad government and its allies are preparing for a final assault on Idlib, the country's last rebel-held province. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NCUH7i
US singer Aretha Franklin's funeral a star-studded gala
The funeral service was turned into a celebration of the life and legacy of the music icon. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wxDVjj
UN renews warning against government offensive in Syria's Idlib
Fillipo Grandi, head of UNHCR, cautions over fresh displacement from potential government push on last rebel stronghold. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wA4wvn
This 16-year-old invented a robot that can help scientists keep trees and forests healthy
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DRC's struggle for democracy enters new era
Elevation of sanctioned official and opposition bans prompt analyst fears ahead of December 23 presidential election. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2osOW1c
The Hot College Gig: Online Brand Promoter
By CLAIRE BALLENTINE from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2wxkirN
I tried out the $550 ice maker that creates chewable frozen 'nuggets' and has thousands of fans
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One of the hottest VC firms in Silicon Valley has removed the team page from its website after bleeding 7 partners over the summer
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Protesters brought a giant cage to Burning Man to raise awareness of Palantir and Amazon's ties with ICE
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SpaceX employees used to monitor Talulah Riley's hair color to determine if Elon Musk would be in good mood
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Alexander Zakharchenko killed in Donetsk cafe explosion
Russia accuses Ukraine of assassinating separatist leader of self-proclaimed Donetsk People's Republic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PRJwsW
Nicaragua orders expulsion of UN team after critical report
Rights groups say Nicaragua expels a UN human rights mission over damning report on rising repression in the country. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2N8rOTm
Gaza protests: All the latest updates
Since protests began on March 30, Israeli forces have killed at least 166 Palestinians in the besieged coastal enclave. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GColGh
IMF vows 'full support' for Argentina amid economic crisis
A day after anti-austerity protests, IMF says it will work with Argentina on 'revised plan' to help its ailing economy. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2C6AbLb
Lenovo claims its new $850 laptop runs for 25 hours without charging
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Wall Street has helped eliminate one of bitcoin's biggest problems, and it could fulfill 'Satoshi Nakamoto's original vision'
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Elon Musk has reportedly reached out to other CEOs to ask about employees who might be criticizing Tesla on Twitter
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Elon Musk says he was thinking like a Vegas casino owner when he tweeted 'funding secured'
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Bitcoin wallet Bitfi withdraws 'unhackable' claim
The cryptocurrency wallet, backed by John McAfee, had already caused controversy. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2wzaRr8
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Fox News Breaking News Alert NAFTA talks rocked by media leak of off-record Trump comments on Canada 08/31/18 1:40 PM
Elon Musk reportedly became angry and head-butted a car at Tesla's factory because the assembly line would stop when people got too close to it
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Abusive tweets to MPs 'more than double' between elections
Abusive tweets about MPs rose from 10,000 to 25,000 between 2015 and 2017, research suggests. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Pokctl
Viagogo taken to High Court by competition regulator
The ticket reselling site has repeatedly failed to make changes demanded, the competition regulator says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PTQtd1
A passionate army of shareholders has shouldered MoviePass' massive losses, as its leadership feeds them empty assurances
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Investors are pouring money into developer startups so they can find a deal as good as Microsoft's $7.5 billion GitHub acquisition
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Here's how the new $400 BlackBerry smartphone compares to the pricier BlackBerry Key2
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Somnox robot aims to put owners to sleep
A machine that resembles a breathing pillow aims to provide a safer alternative to sedatives. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NDTVHk
Here's our best guess for when you'll be able to buy the iPhone XS
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Tech billionaire reveals the polite, yet brutal way he responds to underwhelming gifts
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Online rolls and fake accounts poison Arab social media
Social media fraud continues to fuel a plague of disinformation in the Arab world. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PR41Wy
The UK's new forest plan: 50 million trees over 25 years
The plan calls for 50 million trees planted over a 300-kilometre stretch of land. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2C4Kkrr
Here's what all those numbers and letters in an Intel chip mean when you're buying a new computer
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Anger grows in Myanmar over dam collapse
People in Myanmar are demanding to know why they weren̢۪t warned ahead of the collapse. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PNO1ot
Kerala authorities estimate rebuilding after flood will cost $3bn
Local authorities assess potential damage to tourism and agriculture sectors and risk of waterborne diseases spreading. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PU3EKR
Child labour in Iran: can laws help them?
A new bill being discussed in parliament would overhaul Iran̢۪s child protection laws to better protect kids from abuse. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2C6ywVO
Google and Mastercard in credit card data deal
Google is buying credit card data from Mastercard but the firms had not announced the deal. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2POvKqW
The Week in Tech: Claims of Censorship Come Through Loud and Clear
By KATE CONGER from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2Nysq1H
UAE used Israeli spyware 'to hack' phones belonging to opponents
Emails obtained by the New York Times appear to show purchase of software created by Israeli NSO group. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MGUpQw
'Fall of Gondolin': Final Tolkien novel released
The Fall of Gondolin was described by the author before his death in 1973, as the first real story of Middle Earth. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2C5DdiI
Usain Bolt makes professional football debut in Australia
Former sprint king Bolt turned out for Central Coast Mariners in a pre-season friendly. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PTiz83
Inside the Facebook employee group at war with the company's 'intolerant' liberal culture
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Erdogan: Turkey needs Russia's S-400 missile defence system
Erdogan said Ankara would try to procure the missile system as soon as possible, which will likely be 2019. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PSZJ0U
Fishermen in Hodeidah reportedly targeted by Saudi-UAE attacks
Saudi-UAE coalition says boats targeted were being used to smuggle weapons. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2C30l17
Google is under siege from conservatives, as a senior Republican demands an inquiry into its market dominance
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The battle for Idlib: UN warns of a ‘perfect storm’
The UN Special Envoy for Syria is warning of what he calls a 'perfect storm' in Idlib Province if the government pushes to retake the last rebel stronghold. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2CfAnrB
Warren Buffett says the $1,000 iPhone is 'enormously underpriced' despite famously not owning a smartphone
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Argentina economy; Thousands protest as peso tumbles
The International Monetary Fund has extended a $50bn bailout loan to Argentina. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2C3xLg8
Germany: Chemnitz protests against immigration policy
The violence flowed from the events on Sunday morning when a German national was fatally stabbed during an altercation with two migrants. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2C3vMIz
Yemen: Hodeidah offensive, fisherman scared to return sea
The media controlled by Yemen's Houthi rebels is reporting that 12 fishermen were killed in a Saudi-Emirati coalition air raid. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2opo81x
Why are the Indian authorities afraid of a 'half-Maoist'?
Ninety-percent-disabled Indian professor GN Saibaba is dying a slow death in prison, accused of having 'Maoist links'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2C5nz6Y
Rodrigo Duterte slammed after 'dangerous and distorted' rape joke
Activists accuse Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte of rolling back the women's rights movement in the country. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2orrtxi
2 of the most successful stock pickers of 2018 break down how a peculiar trait of Elon Musk holds the key to their success
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China targets video gaming to tackle myopia in children
New restrictions will try to tackle rising levels of near-sightedness among children. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NAnadV
Former PM Malcolm Turnbull resigns from Australian parliament
Former PM's resignation costs conservative government its majority less than a year before an election is due. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2CaU8Aa
Australian filmmaker jailed six years for espionage in Cambodia
Ricketson was arrested and detained in June 2017 after he flew a drone over an opposition rally. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NAZXrW
Trump says Google, Amazon, and Facebook may be 'very antitrust,' but stops short of calling for a breakup of the firms
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The backbreaking work of Spain's exploited hotel cleaners
The lives of tens of thousands of chambermaids have been made harder with the rise of outsourcing cleaning companies. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2C2eETS
Australian Catholic Church rejects compulsory abuse reporting
Authorities in Australia want to force priests to report abuse but Church says seal of confession should not be broken. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2N2CzGW
Too Many Chinese Children Need Glasses. Beijing Blames Video Games.
By RAYMOND ZHONG from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2onQXLX
Astronauts tackle air leak on International Space Station
A "micro-fracture" from a possible collision with a rock fragment sets off alerts on the ISS. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2N6ClOU
How can Libya be stabilised?
Efforts to stabilise the situation in Libya should start with curbing foreign interference in the country. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2C4eYkP
South Sudanese rebels 'approve' peace deal with government
The final peace agreement between the government and rebels will be formally signed at a summit of regional leaders. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NEEmza
Bobi Wine 'blocked' from leaving for torture treatment
Pop star turned opposition MP was reportedly travelling to the US for medical treatment when he was detained. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2C4yRs6
Here’s the Conversation We Really Need to Have About Bias at Google
By FARHAD MANJOO from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2C2xYQI
Acer unveils new gaming cockpit and other tech news
BBC Click's LJ Rich looks at some of the week's best technology stories. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2wsVrFs
The SEC charged a cloud executive with insider trading after he allegedly saved his brothers from $600,000 in losses
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Bye bye loneliness
How internet-connected robots are helping combat the scourge of isolation and loneliness. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2MGfoCX
San Francisco Grants 2 Scooter Permits (but Not to the Early Disrupters)
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Tech billionaire Vinod Khosla says he wishes he never bought the beach near his $37 million estate. But he will fight for the rest of his life to keep it off-limits to the public on 'principle'
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Is China detaining Uighur Muslims in secret camps?
US politicians have called for sanctions against Chinese officials after reports of torture and indoctrination. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PomsRD
UN: Iran continues to comply with terms of 2015 nuclear deal
UN's nuclear watchdog confirms Iranian compliance with 2015 nuclear deal amid uncertainty over future of the pact. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PMaKkN
Slain Palestinian's family not surprised by unrepentant Azaria
Relatives of Abed al-Fattah al-Sharif say the 21-year-old's killer has enjoyed total support from Israeli government. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MIAOQ0
San Francisco is allowing shared scooters back on city streets, but only two companies are getting permits
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Slack CEO Stewart Butterfield says that the major tech companies will never completely own the enterprise software market
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Warren Buffett says it would be 'a very poor idea' for Apple to buy Tesla
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A notorious Apple blog may have just published a leaked photo of the new iPhone
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Geert Wilders cancels Prophet Muhammad cartoon contest
November event that sparked protests in Pakistan was scrapped over security concerns, says far-right Dutch politician. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ooNNaI
Trans Mountain: Court quashes approval of contentious pipeline
Future of $5bn project in limbo after court rules Canada failed to adequately consult with Indigenous people. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2C2WL7g
UK seeks to tap Kenya markets as Brexit deadline approaches
The UK's prime minister wraps up a three-day Africa tour in Kenya. With Brexit looming, what can rebuilding old links help shore up Britain's economy? from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PPpWxv
Unpacking South Africa's fraught and complex land debate
Land reform a key issue ahead of elections next year, experts say, turning up debate over legacy of apartheid. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wsFKy6
Venice film festival: 75th annual celebration begins
Lights, camera, action: Venice rolls out the red carpet for its Film Festival and Al Jazeera takes a sneak peak at this year's contenders for the Golden Lion. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NwYkeU
DRC rebel tells ICC he's a revolutionary, not the 'terminator'
Bosco Ntaganda faces 18 counts of war crimes and crimes against humanity for acts allegedly committed in 2002-2003. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2opMisY
Brands are paying teenagers to make cheap AR lenses on Snapchat - and potentially taking hundreds of thousands of dollars out of Snap's pockets
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Russia and Syria vow to 'wipe out terrorists' in Idlib
Humanitarian fears grow as Russian and Syrian FMs signal all-out attack on last rebel-held stronghold is imminent. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MZ0PtB
Canada and US seek ways to salvage NAFTA as deadline looms
Canadian and US negotiators express optimism as they race to agree to new terms by Trump's Friday deadline. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PStFdG
Google sister company Loon is in talks with Uganda to deliver balloon-based internet service - showing that Africa is a major opportunity for the company
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8K TVs unveiled by Samsung and LG at Ifa tech show
The world's two bestselling television-makers are showing off rival 8K screens at the Ifa tech show in Berlin. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2N54SVg
The SEC wants to make it easier for small-time investors to get in on companies like Uber or SpaceX
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Iran's only Jewish hospital grapples with fallout of US sanctions
As access to life-saving medicines becomes restricted, hospitals worry about future of their most vulnerable patients. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wyBpbZ
Asian Games: More than medals up for grabs
Victorious athletes in the 2018 Asian Games are given cash prizes by their nation, military service exceptions and even jobs. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2POLiuS
Apple sends out invitations for the new iPhone event on September 12
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Every Generation Gets the Beach Villain It Deserves
By NELLIE BOWLES from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2wpD58y
'We're sorry': The massive game studio accused of fostering a sexist work culture apologizes and vows to change
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Top Chinese Buddhist monk accused of coercing nuns into sex fired
Prominent monk demanded sex from at least six nuns as 'part of Buddhist studies' and four of them gave in, report says. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PjgC3E
Snapchat's map was vandalized to label New York City as 'Jewtropolis'
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A Tesla vehicle went airborne and crashed into a tree after driving at high speed over a railroad track
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Dutch cartoon contest and protests in Pakistan: All for show?
Geert Wilders' competition as well as demands behind rallies in Pakistan only exist for attention, two analysts argue. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MZvbfu
Tesla CEO Elon Musk says the amount of time he spends on Twitter is 'like, almost nothing'
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Iraq's disappeared: Where is Wissam?
Wissam disappeared without a trace after US soldiers arrested him in Baghdad 13 years ago. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PQiCl9
Trump's anger at the perceived bias of big tech is reportedly getting conservatives fired up, and he's not about to back down
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A board member of MoviePass' parent company has resigned and accused management of withholding material information 'for several months'
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Celebgate hacker jailed over Jennifer Lawrence hack
Hollywood star Jennifer Lawrence was targeted in the hack, for which three others have already been jailed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2C1QRTR
New York renamed 'Jewtropolis' in map hack
Snapchat's mapping software appears to have been hacked in what it calls an act of vandalism. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2N9GiCN
Facebook apologises to the Anne Frank Center for removing image of naked child holocaust victims
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DR Congo: World's second largest rainforest faces logging threat
Area of rainforest the size of France is at risk as government plans to end ban on industrial logging concessions. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2onZfnb
De Mistura warns of 'perfect storm' over Syria's Idlib
Fears are rising that Syria, backed by Russia, is mobilising for a military offensive to retake last rebel-held enclave. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BXr3rS
Scientists calculated a 'point of no return' for dealing with climate change - and time is running out
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Google's secret weapon for protecting its employees email accounts is now available for everyone - and it only costs $50
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Heavy rain pounds Hong Kong for fourth consecutive day
Locals warned to avoid steep slopes as landslide risk remains high. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LEkNFg
India's bank note ban failed, slowed economy: Central Bank
Banned currency during much-hyped 2016 demonetisation drive was returned to India's Central Bank, its report reveals. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MZ5z2k
We won't stop fighting for justice for Syria's disappeared
Tens of thousands of forcibly disappeared continue to languish in al-Assad's prisons. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PPbeXe
It is time to teach colonial history in British schools
Growing up in Britain, I knew nothing of the many crimes the British Empire had committed against my Iraqi ancestors. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LEfc1z
Google says Trump's bias claims are 'not true'
Claims Google did not promote President Trump's State of the Union address are denied by the search giant. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PNKMxc
EA is donating $1 million to the victims of the Jacksonville shooting
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Myanmar: More than 60,000 affected by dam collapse
Eighty-five villages and towns flooded in central Myanmar, raising concerns over the safety of dams in the country. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2N1T8mp
Despite threats, Nigerian radio station battles Boko Haram on air
The armed group promised to attack Dandal Kura, but presenters continue to inform listeners on how to counter fighters. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wzSIZY
Trump blames stagnant North Korea talks on US-China trade war
In a series of tweets sent out on Wednesday, the US president said that North Korea is under pressure from China. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ooytuW
Gay dating app Grindr to sell shares
Kunlun Group, the Chinese owner of Grindr, plans to sell shares in the dating app. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LzbxCh
US pastor held in Turkey prepared to go to European court: lawyer
Case to be taken to European Court of Human Rights if Andrew Brunson is not released by Turkish judiciary, lawyer says. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wtGLoQ
US primary elections seen as key tests for 'Trump effect'
Votes in Florida and Arizona are seen as two important tests in determining how upcoming mid-term elections could shape up. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wrsklY
India may face sanctions if it buys Russia's S-400 missiles: US
US might not offer waiver to India if it buys S-400 missile system from Russia, Pentagon official says. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NuJ3LO
Steve Bannon amplifies Trump's war on tech, brands Facebook, Twitter, and Google's bosses evil sociopaths
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US official calls for investigation into Saudi-UAE raids in Yemen
Recent UN report blames Saudi-UAE military coalition for most of the civilian deaths in Yemen's war. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MEzvRN
Pakistan marchers threaten Islamabad blockade over Dutch cartoons
Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan protesters vow to blockade the city unless Dutch ties are cut over cartoon competition. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wsUAES
Gambia: Back Home
We investigate why some in The Gambia have returned home to discourage others from an attempt at life in Europe. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NxWkDe
Argentina's peso hits record low against US dollar
Buenos Aires has asked International Monetary Fund for an advance on a $50bn dollar bailout loan, but many doubt the country can meet its financial obligations. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PjO4XR
Will UN's Myanmar 'genocide' accusation amount to change?
Refugees likely to continue to suffer severely despite damning report accusing country's top military generals of atrocities against the Rohingya. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wtsp8C
Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi 'should have resigned': UN chief
UN human rights chief Zeid Ra'ad al-Hussein says Myanmar leader should have quit over army's campaign against Rohingya. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Nx3GXH
Dyson gears up for electric car testing
Plans are unveiled for a 10-mile test track in Wiltshire to test the electric vehicle being developed by Dyson. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2N0RvFC
Emails read while commuting 'should count as work'
Wider access to wi-fi on trains and the use of mobile phones has extended the working day, a study says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NuuXtD
Iran doctors: US sanctions endangering patients' lives
Physicians are worried they will not have enough drugs to treat patients as banking restrictions and the fear of doing business with Tehran makes it more difficult to get supplies. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MBTAZ3
The Philippines' forced disappearance crisis
Despite the restoration of democracy in recent decades, it is still common for political dissenters to be abducted and never heard from again. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NxCsA0
Aretha Franklin fans pay tributes to the late 'Queen of Soul'
Fans are lining up in Detroit to view her casket before the funeral on Friday, the second day paying their last respects to Franklin. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MG9jXa
Is Greece seeing more initiatives to help educate refugee minors?
At least four million refugee children are out of school, but NGOs there are trying to help them get the education needed for a better life. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LGh0XY
Trump announces another top White House aide to step down
Counsel Don McGahn, who has been involved with probe into Russian meddling in 2016 election, will leave post, sparking suspicion that another member of Trump's inner circle is turning against him. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PPZowc
French fishermen assault British boats over scallops
Dozens threw smoke bombs and rammed UK vessels in the English Channel, where British boats are allowed to fish, but the French say it is depleting shellfish stocks. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2C09KX9
Serena Williams could cash in on an upcoming tech IPO
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Skagen just debuted a new version of its gorgeous smartwatch, starting at $275 - here's everything that's new
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Sheryl Sandberg is donating her entire 10% stake in her late husband's company to charity after it goes public
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Ayatollah Khamenei: Iran ready to abandon nuclear deal
Ayatollah Khamenei tells Iran's president and cabinet they cannot count on European support for landmark agreement. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LE22BU
Israel threatens 'strong' action against Iranian forces in Syria
Recent deal between Damascus and Tehran on military cooperation will not deter Israel, Netanyahu vows. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MZkoSn
Can Trump terminate NAFTA?
Threats to pull out of NAFTA could ring hollow, analysts say, as Congress may have final say on agreement's future. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LF1TxU
President Trump posts a video accusing Google of not promoting his State of the Union address with a '#StopTheBias' hashtag
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Netflix might relax a policy that has caused its biggest fights with movie theaters
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Have war crimes been committed in Yemen?
Air strikes by the Saudi-Emirati coalition cause most civilian deaths but a UN report also blames Houthi rebels. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NvusQh
US envoy: Right of return for Palestinians should be reviewed
Ambassador Nikki Haley says right of return 'absolutely" needs to be 'looked at' during pro-Israeli think-tank speech. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wlkuub
SurveyMonkey filed for an IPO and is looking to raise as much as $100 million
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Brazil may limit Venezuelans crossing northern border: Temer
Authorities considering limiting entries to 100-200 Venezuelans per day in norther border state, President Temer says. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MYbMeJ
Iraq's Abadi to send team to US in hope of Iran transactions deal
PM says his country is unable to enact full sanctions against Iran, citing need for essential commodities. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NvAFeY
Salesforce earnings blow away Wall Street expectations, but disappoints on guidance
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Tim Cook has collected over $650 million in Apple stock since he became CEO as he's led the company to be worth over $1 trillion
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You Took Lousy iPhone Photos. Here’s How to Make Them Beautiful.
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Analysts think Verizon and T-Mobile 5G present an "existential threat" to the cable business - and are trying to predict what the 'worst case' scenario for Comcast could be
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Clashes shatter illusion of security in Libyan capital
Armed groups excluded from Tripoli and access to the spoils of Libya's informal economy have violently risen up. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2C0tFFE
Myanmar dam burst: Villages inundated by floodwater
A dam has collapsed in Myanmar - flooding villages and forcing thousands of people to flee. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wuIURi
One of the Netflix of China's biggest competitors soars 7% after earnings show it's dominating a key demographic
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Judge dismisses all charges against 3 'extremist Muslim' New Mexico compound suspects 08/29/18 2:59 PM
Someone is selling an extremely rare pre-release iPhone prototype from 2006 on Ebay, and the bids have already crossed $13,000
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Morocco arrests 12 suspects over teen's 2-month torture
Teenage girl says she was repeatedly gang-raped and brutalised throughout her two-month ordeal. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2oim8rY
A startup founder says too many job candidates focus on the wrong thing when it comes to stock compensation
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Air Canada app data breach involves passport numbers
Experts warn that the theft of passport details could be "severe" for those affected. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2PkGfBt
Customers Died. Will That Be a Wake-up Call for China’s Tech Scene?
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End of the line for Hay'et Tahrir al-Sham in Syria?
With major assault on rebels' last bastion of Idlib impending, analysts suggest time is up for former al-Qaeda branch. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PiToea
130 million hotel IDs breached in China
A Chinese hotel group's database may have been accidentally uploaded to the internet. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2C7BHwC
Will Russia force Iran out of Syria?
The US shouldn't count on Russia to force Iran out of Syria any time soon. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LAXLis
Forests in danger: Biofuel demand threatens forests
A boom in biofuels is posing a major threat to the region's rainforests. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wqUBbm
In response to Bernie Sanders, Amazon shows it cares about its reputation more than ever before
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Apple might introduce three new iPhones this year - here's what we know
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Amazon just got its highest price target ever - and could be worth $1.3 trillion
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The British diver who Elon Musk called a 'pedo' is preparing to sue Musk for libel
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Amazon is getting slammed with one-star reviews from Prime subscribers angry over its coverage of the US Open
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Tears, anger as Germany returns human remains seized from Namibia
Descendants of those slaughtered by Germany a century ago accuse Berlin of failing to properly atone for the atrocity. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2woGOTA
Western Australia has its wettest, and driest, winter in years
Australia has an historic drought and some record-breaking cereal-growing weather, at the same time. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LHsOJG
The One Thing A.O. Scott Doesn’t Use to Review Movies (No Spoilers!)
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Iran sanctions hearing: Lawyers say 'time is running out'
Iranian government lawyers are at the International Court of Justice for the third day of hearings to challenge US sanctions. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wvlNpv
Trump accuses China of hacking Clinton's email; Beijing denies it
US president points finger at China for Hillary Clinton hack; Beijing says it's a 'staunch defender' of cybersecurity. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MZyNy5
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Amazon finally issues response to Bernie Sanders, blasting him for 'inaccurate and misleading' claims about how the retail giant treats workers
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This free app solves a small but annoying issue with Mac computers - and it's incredible Apple hasn't released a tool like this yet
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Forget about paying to get better at 'Fortnite' - some kids are paying for 'Fortnite' dance lessons
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Elon Musk reignites Twitter slur controversy
The Tesla chief asks why he has not been sued by a British man he had defamed and apologised to. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2okvYtm
India's Supreme Court criticises police for arresting activists
Activists' arrest over alleged caste incitement also draws condemnation from rights groups and opposition parties. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Nun07P
Netflix wants to kickstart its Oscar chances with these 6 movies premiering at the Venice Film Festival
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Google just redesigned its smartwatch operating system, Wear OS - here's everything that's new
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Exam result details now obtainable for free under GDPR
The new rights cover this summer's exams but could cause "problems" for exam bodies, one expert says. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2POFwcI
Kenya: Roadside bomb kills five soldiers in Lamu county
Blast destroys army vehicle in the coastal Lamu county, 100km from Somali border, leaving ten others wounded. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PLmLH7
Iran arrests 'tens of spies working for government bodies'
While the nationalities of the alleged spies have not been revealed, an Iranian minister states they are dual nationals. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NucbTp
Venezuela moves to raise petrol price amid crisis
Venezuelans have until the end of the month to register their cars for an unspecified amount of subsidised petrol, before prices go up dramatically for everyone else. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2woICfr
Tim Cook cashes in $121 million worth of stock weeks after Apple becomes a trillion-dollar company
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Unprecedented number of Muslim Americans running for office
Advocacy groups say they have been spurred on by unpopular policies and rhetoric of President Donald Trump from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2N4GKSM
Turkey minister sees 'no economic risk' amid row with US
Berat Albayrak says Ankara sees no big risk to Turkey's economy after Moody's cuts rating for 20 Turkish institutions. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MFHw9r
Facebook Watch video service launches worldwide
The on-demand video service will compete with YouTube and Netflix. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2MXOdTA
US to continue military drills with South Korea: Mattis
US last week cancelled a meeting with North Korea, citing insufficient progress on denuclearisation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Phyv2P
Egyptian football official 'threatens' Mo Salah's mother
Khaled Lateif, an EFA board member, warned the Liverpool star that while he no longer resided in Egypt, his mother did. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2N6dMlv
Libya: Ceasefire in force after days of fighting in Tripoli
But agreement is in doubt because government is not thought to be strong enough to reign in the armed groups 'terrorising civilians' in the southern suburbs of the capital. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Nu7Y1V
‘Overtourism’ Worries Europe. How Much Did Technology Help Get Us There?
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Salma the Boxer: Fighting back in Molenbeek
Young boxers at a Moroccan migrant-founded gym counter stereotypes that their neighbourhood is a 'hotbed of radicalism'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BYBD22
Yazidis seek church asylum as Europe's empathy for refugees wanes
Yazidis' asylum requests are increasingly rejected in Germany as refugees in other countries also face deportation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LCNlyG
Iraq: Eight killed in Anbar province suicide bombing
At least eight killed, 12 wounded in attack on security checkpoint in Qaim district of Iraq's Anbar province. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LBIvSj
Myanmar rejects UN findings in Rohingya genocide report
The government denies any allegations of purported genocide of Rohingya Muslims by Myanmar armed forces. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PckDHk
Earthquake sends small waves to South Pacific islands
Warning for possible tsunami waves as tall as a metre above tide level along coasts of Fiji, New Caledonia and Vanuatu. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wvaYnD
Yemen war: 'Nowhere left to hide' for 400,000 trapped in Hodeidah
Several residents say they can't afford to flee and are instead trying to live 'normal lives' amid the chaos of war. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NqARMn
Galileo: Brexit funds released for sat-nav study
UK ministers set aside £92m to study the feasibility of a sovereign satellite-navigation system. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2MXFalf
Venice Film Festival kicks off award season
In recent years, the festival has had a reputational makeover, enjoying access to big-budget Hollywood movies, as well as critical hits likely to go on to Oscar glory, success and recognition. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Phrlf7
Trump accuses Google, Facebook and Twitter of bias
US president mulls action against tech giants for allegedly silencing conservative views, and giving prominence to news articles critical of him. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BXfwsB
Summer meets winter in central Europe
A dramatic change in the weather sees heavy snowfalls on the higher grounds of Austria and Germany. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2P7jzV2
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum wins Democratic primary race for Florida governor in upset, Fox News projects 08/28/18 9:25 PM
Conservative Facebook employees are organizing to attack the liberal company's 'intolerant' culture
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Trump has accused Google of rigging search results against him - but here's what actually happens when you search for Trump news on Google
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Contraception app advert banned by UK regulator
Complaint about advert offering to replace traditional contraception with natural methods is upheld. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2BW6qML
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump-backed Florida Rep. DeSantis wins GOP primary race for Florida governor, Fox News projects 08/28/18 8:02 PM
Dozens at Facebook Unite to Challenge Its ‘Intolerant’ Liberal Culture
By KATE CONGER and SHEERA FRENKEL from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2wmVhPR
Ex-officer Roy Oliver guilty of murder for killing Jordan Edwards
Jury convicts white former Texas police officer who shot and killed 15-year-old African American in April 2017. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ojHmpe
Didi blames 'ignorance and pride' for carpool murder
Chinese ride-hailing firm Didi Chuxing blames "breathless expansion" for lapses that led to passenger murder. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2oiZaAU
It's not just Facebook: Customer confidence in social media companies has deteriorated overall
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Google's search results may not be politically biased, but Trump's not wrong to be critical of its power
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War of words between US-Russia as Syria attack looms
Washington and Moscow trade chemical attack warnings as Russian naval buildup grows ahead of strike on Syria's Idlib. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BY65cG
Can Europe live without the United States?
French President Macron says White House is undermining transatlantic relations and Europe may have to defend itself. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LBOWVD
India: Outrage after activists arrested over alleged Maoist links
Five left-wing activists arrested in multi-city raids accused of triggering caste violence near Pune last year. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MBBwOL
Dutch police arrest man over alleged plot to kill Geert Wilders
Controversial politician announced plans for a drawing competition of Prophet Mohammad cartoons for later this year. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Nt2FzG
Italy: Migrants protest expulsion from refugee centres in Naples
Authorities issue eviction notices for dozens of asylum seekers for being absent during police checks. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ojPPJo
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Puerto Rico governor raises Hurricane Maria death toll from 64 to 2,975 08/28/18 4:11 PM
French environment minister Nicolas Hulot resigns
France's environment minister resigns, saying he's disappointed in his government's approach to tackling climate change. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MzNhVT
Migration expected to top Merkel's agenda on West Africa tour
Trip to Senegal, Ghana and Nigeria marks Germany's belated interest in Africa and concern over irregular migration. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LzYxMH
'Cocaine Cowboys:' Some Google employees allegedly threw a party in 2015 with 'controlled substances' after a successful self-driving car demo
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'Doctor Who' and Netflix's 'The Crown' star Matt Smith is reportedly joining 'Star Wars: Episode IX' to play a 'key role'
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Hurricane Maria killed nearly 3,000 in Puerto Rico: study
Government-commissioned independent study finds that 2,975 deaths in the six months after Marie resulted from storm. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wlK16z
Are Filipino basketball players getting taller?
Many hope the Philippines' basketball team is about to get a boost from a national growth spurt. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Nql3Jv
Printed 3D-gun blueprints back online
Defense Distributed defy court ban on downloadable guns by selling them to select states. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LAqi7G
Not getting enough sleep seems to be even more deadly than we thought, new studies show
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Arrest of Ugandan security forces demanded over alleged torture
Parliament speaker urges president to apprehend security officers for their alleged beatings of political detainees. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BXCMXG
Russia to hold biggest war games since Cold War
NATO to monitor Russia's September drill of 300,000 troops, 1,000 aircraft, two naval fleets and all its airborne units. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Nnp3um
Africa's endangered rainforests
The rainforests of Africa are in danger of being completely wiped out by illegal loggers, poachers and climate change. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ohVEa1
New Fed paper: 'The consequences of higher temperatures on the US economy may be more widespread than previously thought'
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East Asia faces more flood threats
Summer rains in Japan and the Koreas have been significant and haven't yet ceased. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MV5rAJ
Mattis: US still backs Saudi-UAE alliance amid Yemeni deaths
US defence secretary says US support for Saudi Arabia and UAE-led coalition is not unconditional, 'constantly reviewed'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wrk7NT
Elon Musk says he didn't cry when he told The New York Times about his 'excruciating' year and lonely nights at the Tesla factory. The Times says his 'emotion was audible.'
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#justicefornirmala: anger spreads in Nepal over police 'cover-up'
Protests continue in Nepal against alleged police mishandling in the Nirmala Panta rape and murder case. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MypSEe
Jet2 plane withdrawn after flap alert
The same plane has had two problems with its flaps within the space of a week. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LCoKKq
Israel razes home of slain Palestinian attacker
Homes of Palestinians involved in attacks are routinely destroyed by Israel, a move critics call collective punishment. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LzyAgf
US rejects UN court jurisdiction over Iran sanctions case
State Department lawyer argues her country has the right to protect its national security and other interests. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PLdFu0
I flew on a private plane with Blackbird, the flight-sharing startup that's like the UberPool for planes - here's what it's like
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'We never rank search results to manipulate political sentiment': Google responds to Trump's claim that the company is 'suppressing the voices of conservatives and hiding information'
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Russia accuses Syrian rebels of planing Idlib chemical attack
Russia has called for an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council about an expected offensive in Syria. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wtTwjg
Bobi Wine and the beginning of the end of Museveni's power
Can an artist-turned-politician deliver the final blow that brings down Museveni's rule in Uganda? from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Pec3b3
South Africa's Afriforum and Trump's kiss of death
Donald Trump's endorsement has hurt white nationalists and their attempt to garner support in South Africa. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wn5RGK
A fake billionaire is fooling people on Twitter
Businessman Warren Buffett is being impersonated in a wildly popular account tweeting inspirational advice from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2wkVsuY
Mark Zuckerberg figured out a powerful rule about smartphone apps before everyone else - now we're seeing how important it is to Facebook's business
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Apple has patented the design of its Steve Jobs theater
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6 reasons you should buy a Galaxy Note 9 instead of the Galaxy S9
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Trump attacks 'left-wing' Google search results
President Donald Trump says most news about him that appears in Google search results is negative from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2BQHYfG
Peru sees Venezuelan migrant influx despite restrictions
One migrant, Maria, tells Al Jazeera she is not in Peru to 'take away a job from someone else', but because her 'children had nothing to eat'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MUhMFq
Avicii’s family set up tribute site for fans
Fans have been invited to share their memories of the DJ on the memory board. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Noifg5
Facebook says it will be powered by 100% renewable energy by 2020
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South Sudan rebel leader Machar 'refused' to sign peace deal
The main opposition groups are demanding guarantees over their reservations about the deal. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BTJair
Silicon Valley Takes Another Step Toward Autonomous Flying
By CADE METZ from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/2MVPI4E
Trump vows to address Google search allegedly rigging the media against him
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KSI and Logan Paul probably banked up to $11 million from their YouTube boxing match
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Iranian MPs refer Rouhani to judiciary over economy
President Hassan Rouhani blamed Iran's economic woes on an 'American conspiracy' during a grilling by parliament. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wuV7VV
Philippines: Duterte faces new ICC complaint over 'drug' killings
Activists and families of eight victims of the 'war on drugs' filed a complaint with the International Criminal Court. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wlHNUK
3D-printed gun blueprints ban extended
A block on the online distribution of files showing how to build a gun is extended by a US judge. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2wmjHZL
South Sudan: Oil revival to boost economic recovery
Affected by the civil war, the country's oil output is expected to reach 210,000 bpd by the end of 2018. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Npxq8P
The boss of 'Fortnite' spent days attacking Google for scoring 'cheap PR points' by exposing a flaw in the game's security
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Egyptian opposition calls for release of former diplomat Marzouk
Maasoum Marzouk was arrested on Thursday after calling for a referendum on President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi's rule. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NotHrX
'Get out of our country': A Pakistani migrant's Greek story
A Pakistani migrant worker tells of the attack that left him badly beaten and reconsidering his future in the country. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wl8GYZ
UN accuses Saudi-UAE alliance of possible war crimes in Yemen
Investigation says alliance may have committed war crimes and human rights violations during war with Houthi rebels. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wkbkxY
Colombia to withdraw from pan-South American UNASUR bloc
Duque says the group of South American states acts as an accomplice to the 'Venezuelan dictatorship'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LwcL12
Far-right, anti-fascists clash in east German town of Chemnitz
Protests take place after murder for German national of Cuban origin on Saturday. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wkbTb4
Myanmar Rohingya: Why Facebook banned an army chief
Facebook has moved to ban Myanmar's military leader following a damning report issued by the UN. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2MWNrWI
Russia postpones Afghanistan peace conference
Afghanistan and the US turned down invitations for the meeting but Taliban were willing to attend. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wiz3i4
Hamas: Between unity with Fatah and a deal with Israel
Hamas seems to be making more progress on a de-escalation deal with Israel than on reconciliation with Fatah. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BTZAYb
Electric shock collars for pets to be banned
Environment Secretary Michael Gove said the collars caused unacceptable "harm and suffering". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2BQxfSA
Yemen cholera epidemic 'controlled' by computer predictions
Cases are slashed thanks to a new system that predicts where outbreaks will occur. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2MCSrjQ
Ousted Australian PM Turnbull set to quit parliament
Turnbull's move could lose Australian government the one-seat majority in parliament. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MCh28o
Why London's Notting Hill Carnival means more this year
Europe's biggest street party event celebrates Afro-Caribbean culture and aims to promote racial tolerance, but it has special significance this year following Windrush deportation scandal. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wlseMK
The numbers of hours Americans watch TV every day is incredibly different depending on your age
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Laurene Powell Jobs is pushing back against a new book by her stepdaughter that makes Steve Jobs look awful
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Toyota to invest $500m in Uber to build self-driving cars
The deal is part of a plan to develop self-driving cars "at scale" and values Uber at $72bn. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NpL7EI
10 unicorn tech startups had major exits last quarter - and the biggest was worth $53 billion
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An ambitious basic income experiment started by a major Silicon Valley tech accelerator has been delayed
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Rohingya refugees made permanent: A cycle repeated
New infrastructure in Bangladesh's Rohingya camps, coupled with a stalled repatriation deal, spell out a permanent stay for refugees. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BZ6OKm
In a Shift in Driverless Strategy, Uber Deepens Partnership With Toyota
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Algeria's Bouteflika in Geneva for 'periodic medical checks'
President Bouteflika has made similar trips in the past, including the Val-de-Grace hospital in Paris, for treatment. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NoUHYx
Will the largest dam in Africa ever be completed?
The multi-billion dollar project has been dogged by disputes and delays. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BSIIB9
Pakistan condemns blasphemous Dutch cartoon contest
Senate passes resolution decrying Prophet Muhammad caricature competition planned by far-right Dutch politician. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Pccx1d
US judge extends ban on release of 3-D printed gun blueprints
Judge extends order blocking the online distribution of files for printing plastic guns until the case is resolved. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wkG2Hh
Ethiopia arrests ex-Somali region head over rights abuses
Abdi Mohamed Omar arrested on charges of human rights abuses and stoking deadly ethnic clashes in restive region. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2of1kS4
MoviePass isn't letting some annual subscribers cancel who were promised a refund
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump orders flags at half-staff for McCain: 'Despite our differences... I respect Senator John McCain’s service to our country' 08/27/18 4:15 PM
Tinder's cofounder says he had 'no choice' but to sell his stock in the dating app maker a month before he left the company
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Walmart should buy these 3 startups to take on Amazon, according to Morgan Stanley
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Silicon Valley e-cig startup Juul 'threw a really great party' to launch its devices, which experts say deliberately targeted youth
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Report: Saudi's King Salman blocked public listing of Aramco
Move to halt oil giant's $100bn initial public offering seen as king's way to keep the crown prince's power in check. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BSoFCW
Journalists demand justice after Bosnian reporter badly beaten
Media workers in Bosnia are routinely subjected to verbal attacks, threats and libel lawsuits. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LwVx3r
South Korean boy band BTS beat out Taylor Swift for the biggest video debut in YouTube's history
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Microsoft just introduced an ambitious subscription plan that makes the Xbox the best deal in gaming
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AMD is surging after announcing a new data-center graphics card
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Egypt: Security forces kill 5 armed men in southern Egypt
Interior ministry said attackers killed after they opened fire on security forces during an early morning raid. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2P6YbiG
Everything we think we know about new iPads that Apple could release soon
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Toyota is investing $500 million in Uber at a $72 billion valuation as part of a self-driving car partnership
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US, Mexico reach NAFTA deal as attention turns to Canada
Trump pledges to 'get rid' of NAFTA after months of negotiations over the trilateral trade deal. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PdUMPj
Tumblr bans non-consensual creepshots and deepfake porn
The Verizon-owned social network is banning the "unwanted sexualisation" of others from its site. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2BRSxPJ
Pakistan's baseball team use their cricket skills at Asian Games
In Pakistan, cricket is king - but their baseball players are using some of the same skills to impress at the Asian Games. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LxF7rM
The follow-up to Apple's $1000 iPhone X may have a lower price, predicts a well-connected analyst
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'Woohoo:' A member of Tesla's board had an emphatic reaction to Elon Musk announcing he no longer wanted to take the company private
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Judge extends 3D-printed gun ban pending state challenge 08/27/18 12:33 PM
Europe drought reveals 'Hunger Stones' in Czech river
Rivers are drying up during the hottest-recorded summer in Europe, revealing archaeological treasures in the Czech Republic. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BSUdIZ
US vows to fight Iran lawsuit in international court
Tehran accuses Washington of 'naked economic aggression' and urges UN's top court in The Hague to nullify US sanctions. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ods3yv
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Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump says he's 'terminating' NAFTA, announces new trade deal with Mexico 08/27/18 12:08 PM
French President Macron: Europe cannot depend on US for security
Trump's 'aggressive' isolationism means US 'appears to be turning its back on shared history', French president says. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wff5oy
How much plastic is in our oceans?
The world's plastic pollution has doubled in the past 20 years and only less than 10 percent of the world's plastic is recycled. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Nny9Yd
John McCain, brave warrior, occasional maverick, and statesman
At a time when US politics is mired in toxic rhetoric, it is good to remember politicians like John McCain. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wktuj0
Check out the flashy, custom Rolls-Royce Dawn that was just delivered to a Google executive
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VW Group was reportedly an investor lined up to help Elon Musk take Tesla private
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KSI v Logan Paul: Twitch pirates outnumbered YouTube payers
Amazon's video service faces criticism after pirated streams of Saturday's bouts drew millions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2wjunIL
'My world went dark': The day ISIL killed my cousin at school
Maisam Iltaf recalls how 17-year-old Rahila died in a suicide attack on a school in the Afghan capital on August 15. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wsk6cF
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A fake Warren Buffett account is blowing up on Twitter
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The creators of Fortnite came up with a clever way to protect people's accounts - and more companies should try it
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Mohamed Salah hits out at Egyptian FA over image use
Liverpool footballer says officials ignored letters he and his lawyers sent, reigniting months-old dispute. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2P67BuT
Elon Musk, Tesla and the Saudi connection
Amid recalls, ethics investigations and low production, Tesla faces growing scrutiny from critics and investors. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wj0dFx
John McCain: The impossible man
John McCain's legacy reflects the internal contradictions of the US imperial experience. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NpZ71r
Facebook just banned Myanmar's top army official for 'serious human rights abuses'
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Google is irresponsible claims Fortnite's chief in bug row
Epic Games' chief criticises Google's security team for refusing to wait before revealing a bug. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2LtIWOK
Libya: Deadly clashes erupt in Tripoli
Health ministry declares state of emergency in the capital after deadly clashes between unidentified armed groups. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MV0A2D
Yemen's cancer crisis amid war
It is becoming increasing difficult to get potentially life-saving treatment to 35,000 cancer patients in Yemen, with 11,000 new cases each year, as the ongoing war nears its four-year mark. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wuoE29
Alexei Navalny says detention extended for another 30 days
Russia's opposition leader to remain in detention until after protests he organised against unpopular pension reforms. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Nk4gYt
Russia denies it was behind air raid in Afghanistan
Afghan officials said clashes broke out between drug smugglers and Tajik border guards before the attack. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2odyNwh
Summer meets winter in central Europe
A dramatic change in the weather sees heavy snowfalls on the higher grounds of Austria and Germany. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2P7jzV2
Uganda: Court frees jailed opposition MP Bobi Wine
The court did not approve the bail application of more than ten other suspects charged alongside Wine. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BRGWjT
Family and friends identify Madden shooting victims as Elijah Clayton and Taylor Robertson
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Tehran will help rebuild Syria, says Iran defence minister
Iran has provided steady political, financial and military backing to Damascus in the civil war. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Myil8l
Gurus Gone Bad in India
How do manipulative cult leaders exploit devout believers? from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Ls1KxD
Uber will focus on ebikes and scooters over cars for shorter journeys
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Morocco: Outcry after 'girl is raped, tattooed with swastikas'
Teenager says she was abducted and gang-raped by 13 men who forcibly tattooed her and burned her with cigarettes. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ww0J2q
US-Kenya trade talks: Trump seeks to counter China's growing role
Trade and security are expected to dominate discussions as President Uhuru Kenyatta meets with his counterpart Donald Trump in the United States capital. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PGJhkw
UN report calls for genocide charges against Myanmar officials
Independent fact-finding mission says crimes against Rohingya and other minorities include sexual violence and murder. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2P6VYDW
Google's China push outweighs censorship concerns
The tech giant's re-entry into China signals a major policy U-turn involving the world's largest market. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PGzSJG
Florida shooting: Video gamer kills two at tournament
The participant at a tournament in Jacksonville opens fire before shooting himself. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NhY17O
Galileo: Funding pledge for UK rival to EU sat-nav system
The UK's own satellite navigation system project is to get a £92m boost, an official tells the BBC. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2P7yM8z
Tributes pour in after death of US senator John McCain
Meanwhile, there was no praise for the prominent Republican's long career of public service from the current occupant of the Oval Office. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PEvefd
ICJ hears Iran lawsuit to have US sanctions lifted
Iran says US sanctions are damaging its economy and violating terms of 1955 friendship treaty between two countries. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wqwxp3
Myanmar: Verdict for two jailed Reuters journalists postponed
Kyaw Soe Oo and Wa Lone were investigating the killings of 10 Rohingya Muslims by soldiers when they were arrested. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BWHCUO
Police have identified the suspect in the deadly shooting in Jacksonville - here's what we know about him
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Gamers from across the eSports industry are paying tribute to the victims of the Madden shooting in Jacksonville
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Uber 'to focus on bikes over cars'
The ride-hailing firm says it will put more emphasis on bike hire, even though it could hurt profits. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2P5dIj8
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Tech Industry Pursues a Federal Privacy Law, on Its Own Terms
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Artificial Intelligence Is Now a Pentagon Priority. Will Silicon Valley Help?
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Unified Korea team wins dragon boat race at Asian Games
Victory in the 500-metre race in Indonesia comes a day after the combined women's team won bronze in another event. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PEwejm
Deadly mass shooting at video game tournament in Florida
Suspect dead after gunman opens fires at a video game tournament in the US city of Jacksonville. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MNJ5kR
Can Pope Francis end abuse of children in Catholic Church?
The head of the Roman Catholic Church is on a two-day visit to the Republic of Ireland. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2P9Lcgd
Host Indonesia dreams of badminton glory at Asian Games
Top-ranked badminton players like Marcus Gideon and Kevin Sukamuljo inspire Indonesian young people, from elite academies to street-level players, to become the best in the world. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2whMyyp
Gaza brain drain: Woes force thousands to leave
Stifled opportunities - the 11-year-old blockade has suppressed Gaza's industry and its people and many are taking a rare chance to try their option abroad. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Ls3l6O
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Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe returns to prison in Iran
Judiciary rejects extension of release for British-Iranian woman imprisoned in Tehran on espionage charges. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NheDML
Ex-Vatican envoy urges Pope Francis to resign over abuse case
Archbishop levels 'extraordinary' allegations as Catholic Church leader visits Ireland and 'begs for God's forgiveness'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2oaZGkv
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A new dawn or more of the same for Zimbabwe?
Many Zimbabweans hope inauguration will usher in new era but critics raise concerns over Mnangagwa's ties to old guard. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PBrOKh
Colombians vote in landmark anti-corruption referendum
Citizens answer seven questions seeking to punish corruption, lower politcians' salaries and introduce jail sentences. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MTQQ8L
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ISIL leader in Afghanistan killed in air strikes
Abu Saad Erhabi killed along with 10 other members of ISIL's Afghan branch, security agency says. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MUcFoA
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Investment in the next big thing in computing is cooling off - except for one super-hyped startup that few are sure of
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Meet the people making a living live-streaming their niche hobbies, travel adventures, and everyday lives on Twitch
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Chicago residents reflect on anniversary of 1968 riots
Anti-war and anti-police violence protesters mark the 50th anniversary of the violence that erupted around the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ocBU7W
Afghan President Ghani rejects ministers' resignations
Defence and interior ministers, as well as a security chief, sent their resignations on Saturday. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Lu2Qca
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Hurricane Lane set to go down in Hawaii's record books
Once a category-5 hurricane, Lane brought incredible amounts of rain to Hawaii̢۪s Big Island from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2weFanw
Zimbabwe: Emmerson Mnangagwa sworn in as new president
Thousands of people and foreign leaders attend ceremony in capital Harare for the swearing-in of new president. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PadUOb
From road tax to courts: The Taliban's attempts at state building
In the 1990s the armed group focused on moral policing. Now the Taliban runs parallel governments in areas of influence. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MWJ7qI
KSI v Logan Paul: YouTube boxing fight ends in a draw
KSI and Logan Paul took their online rivalry into the boxing ring in a much-hyped bout. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2P20q6S
Didi Chuxing suspends carpool service after woman killed
China's ride-hailing app suspends its trip sharing service after a driver raped and killed a woman. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2BOJHCx
Elon Musk will no longer take Tesla private
The electric car maker's share price has slumped since Elon Musk said he wanted to take it private. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2wocTdj
Refugees allowed to leave ship as prosecutor investigates Salvini
Far-right politician Salvini is being investigated after more than 150 migrants and refugees were stranded on a ship. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MSqROT
Undocumented & Under Attack: Pakistani Migrant Workers
With anti-migrant violence on the rise, Pakistani migrants in Greece stand up to neo-Nazis and demand their rights. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2OTuxxs
Iran's economy minister Masoud Karbasian impeached
Karbasian is the second Rouhani cabinet minister sacked this month after removal of Labour Minister Ali Rabiei. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LqP0HG
John McCain: Hero at home, hawk in Middle East
Late Republican senator went from prisoner of war in Vietnam to candidate for the US presidency. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wl2BKY
Yemen reopens historic Cairo Castle in Taiz
The historical site in the strategically important city in southern Yemen was used as a barracks for the last four years. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2oe6de5
Between bureaucracy and violence, Pakistanis in Greece push back
Five years after 27-year-old Shahzad Luqman's murder in Athens, far-right attacks continue to plague Pakistani migrants. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BNQPij
Pope tells Ireland he feels 'pain, shame' over sex abuse scandal
Pope Francis has marked first papal visit to Ireland in nearly four decades with speech acknowledging 'failure' of Catholic Church to adequately address 'repugnant' clerical child abuse. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NlTHo6
Turkey detains two more suspects over US embassy shooting
Arrests raise total number of suspects to four, with police saying first two held were drunk at the time of attack. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BNF4s5
Flood-hit Kerala's tourism industry almost grinds to a halt
Tourism accounts for 12 percent of the southern Indian state's economy, but flooding has already hit the industry hard, with experts expecting 20-25 percent drop during peak season. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PDudE4
Iran earthquake: Two killed as strong tremors rattle Kermanshah
More than 240 injured by earthquake that hit the country's west, where another strong quake struck in November. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NjFc3S
Zarif accuses US of waging 'psychological war' against Iran
Iranian FM says the US was targeting Iran and its business partners but Washington would not achieve its goals. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PC2Bzc
Turkey's lira turmoil could herald a global financial crisis
A decade of unconventional monetary policy has stored up immense vulnerabilities in the world economy. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BIA5ZT
Zimbabwe: Survivors still seek justice for Matabeleland killings
President Emmerson Mnangagwa was state security minister in the 1980s when at least 20,000 people were killed by the army, leading some to question if he can reform the country, given his past political allegiances. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PC2zY6
Venezuela migrant crisis: Peru imposes new entry restrictions
Passports are now required in an effort to stem the flow of Venezuelans fleeing their country's economic crisis. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NgDbWo
Censored and Surveilled: The Digital Occupation of Palestinians
Squeezed between Israel and the Palestinian Authority, is social media a safe space for Palestinians? from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2obA337
US Senator John McCain dies at the age of 81
The Republican senator from Arizona, who became a prominent critic of Trump, dies after battling brain cancer. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Mvu4ES
Unpicking the cyber-crime economy
Apple iPhones, expensive cars and high-end houses are all ways cyber-thieves try to cash out. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2P6L5St
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'At home, we've no chance': Thousands reach Peru before new rules
Peru brings into force new entry restrictions to limit the flow of Venezuelans fleeing their country's economic crisis. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wljTYy
Algeria says second person dies in cholera outbreak
Authorities say the disease's rapid spread is linked to poor hygiene but many believe government's reaction was slow. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BHGvZf
World Bank to give Ethiopia $1bn in budgetary assistance: PM
In first press conference since taking office in April, Abiy Ahmed also says 2020 election will be free and fair. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2obsKYY
Will a Saudi Aramco IPO ever happen?
Uncertainty as plans to sell shares in the Saudi state-owned oil giant Aramco have reportedly been postponed. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PBBxAb
Ill refugees taken off stranded Italy ship as health worries grow
Italy's government allows 11 women and five men to disembark, as UN urges EU to relocate some 150 stranded passengers. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MyTwcD
DRC rolls out prototype treatments to fight Ebola outbreak
An outbreak of Ebola in eastern DRC has 39 confirmed deaths as authorities roll out new drugs. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BLxtdB
'Fortnite' on Android had a critical security flaw that wouldn't have happened if the game was released on Google Play
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One year since Myanmar army crackdown, Rohingya seek justice
Refugees living in Bangladesh camps protest and demand rights, 12 months after fleeing Myanmar army's brutal crackdown. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ob056I
Iraqi protest against unsafe water in Basra
Anger has again reached the streets of Basra after contaminated water sent hundreds to hospital. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Nh51Sm
War in Yemen: Eid Al-Adha a difficult time for Yemeni refugees
In Yemen, Eid Al-Adha is not a time for celebration; feeling forgotten and alone, it remains a fight for survival. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NmbWK8
Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny detained outside Moscow home
Opposition leader's detention came shortly after he announced a string of rallies across Russia over a pension reform. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wadD6Q
One dead in Nepal rally demanding action over teen's rape, murder
Police fired at angry protesters in western city of Mahendranagar, killing a teenage boy and injuring dozens. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BILitk
Meet the little-known group inside of Google that's fighting terrorists and trolls all across the web
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ISIL holding 27 Syrians, including children, hostage: HRW
ISIL plans to use the hostages as leverage in negotiations with the Syrian government, residents tell rights group. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ws49mq
Scientists are working on a device that could one day harvest up to 10 gallons of drinking water per hour from thin air
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Data is king in IBM's marketing department - these are the tools it uses to make sure it's getting the most bang for its marketing buck
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I exchanged an crusty old iPhone for $75 in store credit at Apple - and it only took 30 minutes
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Elon Musk insists he has funding to take Tesla private, but won't because investors pleaded with him not to
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Syria̢۪s war: Attack on Idlib could endanger millions of IDPs
Many of the nearly three million people living in Idlib are already internally displaced from other parts of Syria and an attack on the province could spark a new migration crisis. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2w9Ux0G
Spain takes steps to exhume Franco's remains
Francisco Franco's family says it will take charge of the late dictator's remains once they are exhumed. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2P3YBGq
Egypt: Eight killed in military operation in north Sinai
Clashes kill four fighters and four Egyptian troops in restive Sinai province. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2w9Wo5C
Nearly one million displaced in Ethiopia ethnic violence
Age-old ethnic tensions boiled over after Abiy Ahmed became prime minister, threatening to undermine his sweeping reforms aimed improving relations between Ethiopia's more than 80 ethnic groups. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2P5GDDv
Erdogan calls for Turks to unite against 'attacks on economy'
President says unity of Turks against attacks targeting country's political and economic independence would prevail. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NhAVy4
China slams 'irresponsible' Trump for North Korea claim
US president postponed Pompeo's planned trip to Pyongyang and blamed China for stalling efforts to disarm North Korea. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2waGZSw
Gaza's children living with the trauma of wars
An Israeli air raid almost killed six-year-old Nama Abu Foul in 2014 and she, like many of Gaza's children, still deals with the physical and mental injuries suffered during wars on Gaza. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NhAUdu
'Hollow Knight' is the best video game I've played in years - and it's a total steal right now at just $10
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Oil-rich Venezuela takes desperate measures to bolster economy
Venezuela, once the richest country in Latin America, is coping with one of the worst economic disasters in the world. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Nk2UNs
The Rohingya's dark anniversary must spur global action
It is not enough to end the violence against the Rohingya. Far more must be done to ensure their safety in Myanmar. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2waBWl2
Opposition leader Bemba banned from running for presidency
Country's former VP registered as a candidate after the ICC overturned his war crimes charges earlier this year. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Mym6L1
Medical breakthroughs we will see in the next 50 years
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Fans react angrily to 'racist' ban on Serena Williams' catsuit
Social media users have accused French Open officials of racism, sexism, and ignoring the health benefits of the suit. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LprcnJ
US aid cut to Palestinians hits NGO's hard
Palestinian aid workers decry US cut of $200m in economic assistance, months after also cutting contribution to UNRWA. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MWs7AV
Trump's troubled week: White House hit with blow after blow
Following a series of guilty verdicts and pleas, chief financial officer of the Trump Organization, Allen Weisselberg, has now been granted immunity in exchange for his testimony in Michael Cohen's case. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2P51NSj
Rohingya demand justice a year after fleeing Myanmar
Al Jazeera speaks to one Rohingya activist who is urging fellow Rohingya refugees in Cox's Bazar to begin demanding their rights and seek justice one year on from attacks that sent them fleeing to safety in Bangladesh. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MRLfzN
Pope Francis arrives in Ireland for landmark visit
Visit comes at the back of referendums where the Irish electorate voted to legalise abortion and gay marriage. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wtVJeG
Suicide attack in Jalalabad claims two lives
Suicide bomber blew himself up at a camp of protesters rallying in support of a disqualified candidate. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PAF41D
Zimbabwe's Chamisa rejects ruling on Mnangagwa's election victory
Opposition leader Nelson Chamisa rejects ruling on election challenge, saying he has a legitimate claim to lead. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2P5ks0p
Nigeria's Third Mainland Bridge shut down for maintenance
Country's busiest bridge in city of Lagos is closed to traffic for third time in its 40-year history in order to repair cracks and structural damage. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BLBezX
Bowing to Beijing? Google's Project Dragonfly
Google's planned Chinese search app comes under fire. Plus, censorship in the Occupied Palestinian Territories. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2w6PEW3
Kerala floods: Five airlines offer to fly aid for victims
Qatar Airways and Emirates SkyCargo among airlines delivering lifeboats, food, water and medicines without charge. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2P48aoS
Muslim Tatars: The patriots practising a 'light version of Islam'
Muslims have lived in Poland for 600 years, but there is a fear that they will gradually abandon their culture. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BLrzJy
IMF urges Saudi Arabia to contain spending despite oil price rise
The organisation says a rise in spending would expose the Saudi budget if there was an unexpected drop in oil prices. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MuYCqe
China: At least 19 killed in fire at resort hotel in Harbin
Firefighters found 16 people dead and three more died at a hospital, where another 18 were treated for injuries. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LoK2ew
UN likens Venezuelan refugee crisis to situation in Mediterranean
Almost 1.6 million Venezuelans have fled the country since 2015 due to the economic situation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BNdD1K
We interviewed KSI, the YouTuber who's about to box Logan Paul, to see where his head's at the day before his big fight
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Palestine football chief Rajoub banned over Messi comments
Rajoub asked fans to burn Messi shirts and pictures after Argentina were due to play a friendly in Israel. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LqFDYl
Rohingya crisis: One year on, do they want to return to Myanmar?
Al Jazeera spoke with Rohingya living in refugee camps in Cox's Bazar about their thoughts on repatriation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LurRUY
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Venezuelans determined to leave despite border restrictions
Many fleeing the economic and political situation in Venezuela say they'll leave even as countries tighten their borders from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2w5Z1VZ
Malaysian financier Jho Low charged over massive 1MDB scandal
Issuance of arrest warrants against Low and his father is seen as a key step in extraditing fugitive businessman. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wrnW5s
Mexico's Lopez Obrador says military to keep crime-fighting role
Armed forces will continue being used in effort to stamp out organised crime and drug trafficking, says president-elect. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PDA6Bp
US cuts over $200m in aid to Palestinians
Palestinians slam Trump's move, which follows big cuts to UNRWA funding, calling it 'cheap blackmail as political tool'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Ne5kxb
Odyssey for refugees stuck on Italy ship goes on as EU talks fail
Over 150 people stuck on coastguard ship Diciotti for ninth day as Italian authorities refuse to let them disembark. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PCyI1M
Alphabet’s Plans for a China Comeback Go Beyond Google Search
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Gaza protests: All the latest updates
Since protests began on March 30, Israeli forces have killed at least 166 Palestinians in the besieged coastal enclave. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GColGh
Hackable humans and digital dictators: Q&A with Yuval Noah Harari
New technologies are the biggest challenges facing humanity says the best-selling 'Sapiens' and 'Homo Deus' author. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2MPNKCF
Guam: What it means to be from a US territory
AJ+ travels to Guam to speak to residents about voting rights, SPAM, and their history of colonisation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NiZBX7
Yuval Noah Harari: Technology is humanity's biggest challenge
The international best-selling author discusses artificial intelligence, climate change and immigration with Al Jazeera. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2P1bxgo
Trump orders Mike Pompeo to delay North Korea trip, blasts China
Trump calls off top diplomat's trip, tweeting that 'sufficient progress' has not been made on denuclearisation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2oeTlop
Inside the intellectual hub where Baghdad's spirit thrives
The Ottoman military barracks-turned-cultural hub allows intellectuals, poets and artists to express and exchange ideas. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2LstnGS
What's behind the recent political unrest in Uganda?
Ugandan pop star-turned-opposition-MP Bobi Wine is facing a charge of treason, which could carry the death penalty. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2o56XlI
This VC says her time at a high-growth startup prepared her for everything Silicon Valley could throw at her: 'You're the veteran smoking the cigarette'
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Lisa Brennan-Jobs said she would give her father's billions to The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation if she could
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War in Yemen: Dozens of civilians killed in Saudi-UAE bombing
Houthi sources say an air raid by the Saudi-UAE coalition has killed at least 31 civilians, including women and children, in Yemen. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BQF2j8
Pakistan disputes US account of Pompeo-Khan phone call
Pakistan's foreign ministry says conversation between PM and top US diplomat did not mention 'terrorists in country'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Pz75ql
Tech Tent: Are tech giants held to account?
Silicon Valley's big businesses should be subject to more scrutiny, argues author Lucie Greene. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2o9AV8m
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Trump Organization finance chief 'gets immunity' in Cohen probe
Allen Weisselberg got immunity to speak to prosecutors in probe of hush money to women linked to Trump, US media report. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2PBs6k1
KSI vs Logan Paul: YouTube heavyweights ready for boxing showdown
Rivals KSI and Logan Paul are taking their online beef into the boxing ring for a much-hyped bout. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OYJNce
The Doomsday Clock on Trump's presidency leaps forward
Last Tuesday, the Doomsday Clock on Donald Trump̢۪s presidency leaped forward one half-hour to 10 minutes to midnight. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NfpEOM
Ebola in the DRC: Death toll rises in second outbreak
The outbreak, centred in Mangina, has claimed 63 lives thus far and WHO and health workers are taking extraordinary measure to reach the afflicted in the conflict-ridden North Kivu province. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NflZjY
The inside story of Peloton, a fitness media company that was turned down by over 400 investors but is now worth $4 billion
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10 crazy things Silicon Valley thinks are normal that make the rest of the country think it's out of touch
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Scott Morrison in as new prime minister of Australia
Exiting PM Malcolm Turnbull did not run in the internal Liberal Party election called by rival Peter Dutton, who was defeated in the poll by Scott Morrison. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2o9a9gs
Still blackballed: American football's most recognisable exile
With another NFL season set to begin in two weeks, Colin Kaepernick remains an outcast. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BGEWeb
Blockbusters like 'Call of Duty' are trying to replicate the runaway success of 'Fortnite' - here's why it won't work
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Zimbabwe court rejects opposition bid to annul election results
Top court rejects legal challenge by MDC, which alleged the vote was rigged in favour of President Emmerson Mnangagwa. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2wo4AhQ
War in Yemen: Dozens of civilians killed in Saudi-UAE bombing
Houthi sources say an air raid by the Saudi-UAE coalition has killed at least 31 civilians, including women and children, in Yemen. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Mw6d7Z
Netflix is climbing after a Wall Street analyst says to buy the dip because of growth in India
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Jim Carrey's latest political drawing depicts Trump as a piece of burnt toast
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7 great movies you can watch on Netflix this weekend
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Jim Gaffigan on turning down Netflix to make his latest stand-up special 'available to everyone,' and exploring cathartic material about his wife's brain surgery
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Honouring immigrant lives lost crossing Arizona's deadly desert
Many of the 3,000 immigrants who have died in the past 15 years trying to cross the Arizona desert have gone unidentified and unremembered, but activists and officials are trying to change that. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Mxl4PB
Here are the 5 best smartphones made in 2018 that are worth your money
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