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French policemen sentenced to seven years for rape of tourist

Two officers raped a Canadian tourist at the Paris police headquarters after a night of drinking. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MNPWZa

Bangkok chokes as pollution busting efforts falter

Thailand's capital has been blanketed in toxic smog for weeks and authorities are struggling to find a solution. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2GepSoD

Myanmar using 'oppressive laws' against peaceful critics: HRW

Rights group says freedom of expression deteriorating since Aung San Suu Kyi's government took office in 2016. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2CYhciU

S Korea mourners gather at Japan embassy for sex slave's funeral

Kim Bok-dong had regularly led protests to demand Japan more fully acknowledge suffering of so-called 'comfort women'. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RwWYSy

Attacks undermine peace hopes in Philippines after historic vote

Mindanao voters gave emphatic support to autonomy to end decades-old conflict, but bombings risk return to violence. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HK8qL8

US-China hail trade-talks progress as Trump touts Xi meeting

China says 'important progress' in latest round of US talks aimed at resolving dispute between top two global economies. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FZpcEl

Exposed: China's surveillance of Muslim Uighurs

As China faces increasing criticism over its treatment of its Muslim population, new details emerge about how Beijing spies on Uighurs at home and abroad. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Bfbnxq

Facebook thinks Amazon's ad business has officially become a threat

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2CWCoGb

Mongolia speaker ousted amid ongoing battle against corruption

Dismissal of parliament speaker comes as the country reels from separate corruption scandal implicating top officials. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RXxrHn

Apple Shows Facebook Who Has the Power in an App Dispute

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By MIKE ISAAC from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2Gejfme

Amazon’s Sales Growth Slows, Even as Cloud Business Stays Hot

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By KAREN WEISE from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2MIgo6m

40 years on: Khomeini's return from exile and the Iran revolution

Return 40 years ago a key moment in revolution's success, paving way for Iran to recast its regional role and alliances. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UveubS

Facebook defends paying people to monitor them through its controversial app in a leaked memo to employees

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2MGRofN

US Senate rebukes Trump over Syria, Afghanistan troop withdrawals

Senate votes 68-to-23 to advance an amendment opposing the troop withdrawals from Syria and Afghanistan. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HHwTkf

Apple restores Facebook's developer certificate, ending 2 days of chaos

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2Bcm57O

US envoy calls for full list of North Korean weapons programmes

Envoy's comments come as Trump says he'll announce the site and date for a second summit with Kim Jong Un next week. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2sYduBf

Just like it did to Facebook, Apple has suspended Google employees' ability to run internal iOS apps

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2UtVeeJ

Guatemalans protest against bill that would free war criminals

Hundreds, including survivors and families of victims of the country's armed conflict, protest proposed amnesty law. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2CUrm45

The 15 coolest Apple stores in the world, from New York's Grand Central Station to London's Regent Street

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2ML5kFj

Uganda seizes 750 pieces of ivory being smuggled from S Sudan

Agency estimates that at least 325 elephants would have been killed to acquire the ivory. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2ToJzOl

Players, fans hopeful as Qatar take on Japan in Asian Cup final

Qatar fans resting high hopes on national football team which is set to play its first Asian Cup final. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Uvzi36

The CTO at $55 billion asset manager Cohen & Steers explains why AI is 'in the middle of a hype cycle,' and what he's investing in instead

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2HVuId5

Twitter Says False Content Is Evolving, and Coming From More Countries, Including the U.S.

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By KATE CONGER from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2HINxzW

Facebook is facing unprecedented corporate drama, but users and advertisers seem to be unfazed by it all

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2HJq3Lb

Venezuela's Guaido lays out broad vision for the country

During the speech, the self-declared interim president said police had gone to his home in an attempt to intimidate him. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2GffUn6

Will the US end its involvement in the Yemen war?

A group of senators, led by Bernie Sanders, plans to re-submit a draft bill to stop US support for the war in Yemen. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G25ozY

Father of late Saudi sisters rejects suicide conclusion: Report

Last week, a medical examiner said that the sisters had committed suicide by walking into the Hudson River in 2018. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2CTPnZ5

US army says at least 24 Al-Shabab members killed in air strike

The strike took place on a camp near Shebeeley Hiran in central Somalia, US Africa Command said. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G0kMNB

Facebook and Twitter just took down a ton of fake accounts from Iran and elsewhere that were trying to influence politics

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2WuZL2l

Instagram: Girl tells how she was 'hooked' on self-harm images

Libby's father says he reported disturbing content to Instagram, but the company did nothing. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2t2rtpz

This is the clearest look so far at Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S10

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2GcaBoh

Pelosi vows no wall funds; Trump says he won't wait for talks

Top Democrat and US president remain at odds as clock ticks to avoid another partial government shutdown. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Uw3lrg

Lebanon announces government after months of deadlock

Prime Minister Saad al-Hariri to head new government formed eight months after the elections. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2BcUbIV

One chart perfectly illustrates the needless complexity of buying video games in 2019

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2ScTEk7

Chip Giant Intel Picks Interim Leader as Permanent C.E.O. After Long Search

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By DON CLARK from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2WxUbML

Boochani: Asylum seeker on Manus wins Australian literature prize

Iranian Kurd awarded $73,000 for his book written via text messages sent from offshore prison. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UtcRvh

Obscene porn rules relaxed in England and Wales

Guidelines about what constitutes "obscene" pornography have been relaxed in England and Wales. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2GbfmOU

ICE is force-feeding hunger-striking immigrants in the US: report

US immigration officials are reportedly force-feeding migrants through plastic tubes, causing nose bleeds, vomiting. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2ToAc1d

Facebook enters its second day of chaos after Apple blocked its internal company apps

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2RWCms9

Mario Kart mobile delayed until summer 2019

Nintendo announces the Mario Kart Tour app will be delayed until summer 2019. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2G1broD

Uber has expanded its app to offer public transportation for the first time

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2GeQZ34

Iran to mark 40th anniversary of revolution

The Islamic Republic of Iran was created after Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini returned from exile and his followers toppled the Shah. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HDd4dI

Trump: China trade talks going well, will meet Xi in near future

Trump appeared to be optimistic about the talks, but he said he wants to meet China's Xi before making final deal. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MIGPsH

India unemployment rate highest in 45 years: Report

The jobless rate stands at 6.1 percent, a local newspaper reports citing an official survey withheld by the government. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2sVQaUN

To avoid stillbirths, women in Kenya bribe overworked doctors

Doctors working long hours for low salaries accept bribes from as low as $20 to prioritise patients. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HIZBkK

Russian hackers 'stole Mueller inquiry evidence'

Hackers are trying to discredit the inquiry into alleged Russian interference in US politics, prosecutors say. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Rujpbd

EU parliament recognises Venezuela's Guaido as interim president

EU politicians voted 429 in favour of to 104 against recognising the opposition leader as the interim leader. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2SkAYig

WHO: Children, babies dying from hypothermia at camp in Syria

UN agency appeals for unhindered access as 29 children and newborns have died mainly from hypothermia over eight weeks. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RXcc8s

Uighurs: Nowhere To Call Home

101 East follows Chinese Uighurs as they flee what they call repression and detainment in their homeland. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G0YBGL

Facebook hit an unhappy milestone: Its days of double-digit user growth and 50% revenue gains are over

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2Ry6EMU

Nintendo's first-ever 'Mario Kart' game for smartphones will arrive this summer

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2WFqBoK

US immigration courts face heavy backlog after shutdown

Backlog of more than 800,000 cases after longest government closure in history means some asylum seekers will not know their fate for years. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UwCHhN

UK urged to apologise to Cyprus torture victims

UK agreed to pay compensation to those abused during 1950s campaign but still refuses to accept liability. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2t19QGE

Drones help Galapagos tackle rat infestation

Tonnes of poison was laid down by drones in a project to get rid of the invasive species. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2CXz8KE

Facebook adviser attacks 'lax' child checks

Facebook's approach to parental consent was "most concerning", says a member of its Safety Advisory Board. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2MGEtug

Migrants land in Sicily as ship crew faces uncertain fate

European countries including France, Germany and Portugal say they'll take in stranded migrants after Italy stalled. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2S1q8hY

EU launches a mechanism to bypass US sanctions on Iran

EU opens a new channel for humanitarian trade with Iran, showing its willingness to stand against US policies. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2BeLq0W

Six Arab foreign ministers meet in Jordan 'to align policy'

Egypt, Kuwait, UAE, Saudi and Bahrain send ministers to Jordan seeking agreement on regional crises. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2To21Xt

UN sets course towards easing CAR arms embargo

Draft resolution seeks partial lifting of embargo to allow government purchase of weapons without seeking UN approval. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2BcqLKZ

Venezuela detains foreign journalists amid crackdown on protests

Five journalists, three working for Spanish news agency EFE and two French reporters, detained in Venezuela this week. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G0nKl0

Carlos Ghosn: Arrest is a plot to destroy my reputation

The auto-tycoon feels betrayed by Nissan's allegations which he believes to be 'a distortion of reality'. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2GeS1Mf

Mark Zuckerberg: Facebook won't merge the backends of WhatsApp, Messenger, and Instagram until at least 2020

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2sVJMNg

Polar vortex puts US Midwest in a deep freeze

Blast of icy polar air brought dangerously low temperatures to the United States' Midwest causing at least 12 deaths. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Rw8bD0

Myanmar alliance: Rebel groups consider fighting government

The oldest and one of the largest rebel armies in Myanmar wants to unite with neighbouring groups to fight government. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2WtVj3W

Name row: Greece, North Macedonia have work cut out for them

The prickliest issues emanating from the name-change to North Macedonia are cultural and will take time to carry out. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RtNjw6

Facebook's expenses rocketed by a massive $10 billion, partly because it's costing so much to clean up its platform

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2Wtc53n

UAE in bid to get Qatar thrown out of Asia Cup after 4-0 defeat

Emiratis file complaint hours after losing semi-final, saying Qatar have used ineligible players during the tournament. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MFMiAr

US, China lead the race for artificial intelligence patents: UN

The UN said patents for AI-based inventions have exploded in recent years, with half in history filed since 2013. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Sa3SBR

How has Bolsonaro done in his first 30 days in office?

Not well. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G4eYTl

Afghan forces lose ground as peace efforts continue: Report

Facing surge in attacks, US dramatically increased air attacks and dropped nearly 7,000 bombs in 2018. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2GetGGA

US-Taliban talks stir hope for peace, fears for women's rights

While Afghans are encouraged by talk of the war ending, they fear any deal with the Taliban could limit women's rights. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G4eX1J

Another Apple employee from China has been charged with stealing self-driving car secrets

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2HIoVaF

Knife crime: Suspects could be banned from social media

Those breaching sanctions aimed at cutting rising violence could face up to two years in prison. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2S9v6bN

Brazil's indigenous people protest against Bolsonaro's policies

President Bolsonaro has issued executive orders preventing new land being demarcated as indigenous territory. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HJJMdt

It's time we listened to the plight of Thai dissidents abroad

The gruesome deaths of two anti-royalist Thai activists should be a wake up call for the international community. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Sc7GT2

Filipina domestic worker executed in Saudi Arabia

Saudi authorities sentenced Philippine woman to death after she was found guilty of a murder committed in 2015. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2D0HO2G

Major Australian mining firms back indigenous voice in parliament

Mining giants BHP and Rio Tinto call for constitutional guarantee of indigenous representation in parliament. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HHG83W

Saudi Arabia: Corruption crackdown 'ends with $106bn recovered'

The crackdown was one of MBS's first moves as crown prince and raised questions over his role as reformer. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RqjbSk

Sudan's army says it will 'not allow state to fall' amid protests

Army chief Kamal Abdul Maarouf says those leading the protests are hostile to Sudan and are hurting the country's image. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FY56u1

Mining vs the environment: The battle over Armenia's Amulsar gold mine

Why are Armenians fighting over the controversial Amulsar gold mining project and how does it affect the country's new government? from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2WstYiN

Armenia: Mining Out the Leopard

Investigating claims of political corruption and a scramble for mineral wealth endangering the Caucasian leopard. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RoYne0

Sultan Abdullah takes Malaysia throne for five-year term

The installation follows the sudden decision of Sultan Muhammad V to step down after only two years in the job. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UxiF77

Karen minority urge 'respect' in Myanmar peace park initiative

Salween Peace Park combines self-determination with environmental protection, but central government has yet to sign up. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2CXWuzN

Why Amazon Prime may not be such a good thing for the company anymore

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2UuCOKN

Power outages hit thousands of Sydney homes as temperatures soar

Electricity lost to 45,000 houses as local media report cases of people trapped in lifts and one hospital losing power. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Rv2NQy

Samsung Electronics expects weaker 2019 earnings as profits slump

South Korean tech giant announces 31 year-on-year plunge for net profits in the final quarter of last year. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RXEqA1

Lawmakers are calling out Facebook for paying people, including teenagers, to let it spy on them

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2RZmzsz

$1 billion video conferencing startup Zoom has picked banks but is sitting in SEC purgatory ahead of a planned IPO

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2Sbz3wz

After 2 years of apologies, Mark Zuckerberg says he wants to go all-out building new stuff again

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2UrQBBT

Releasing Earnings, Microsoft Stays in Stride, With Cloud Powering the Way

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By KAREN WEISE from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2sYuQOC

Google will start deleting Google+ accounts and pages on April 2nd

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2GbIA07

Firm That Sold Social Media Bots Settles With New York Attorney General

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By NICHOLAS CONFESSORE from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2UshOVd

Maybe Only Tim Cook Can Fix Facebook’s Privacy Problem

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By KEVIN ROOSE from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2RYkahS

US: Purported hackers stole evidence to tarnish Mueller probe

Prosecutors say confidential material from Russia probe altered and released online as part of disinformation campaign. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Sg47Ln

Myanmar: 'No political prisoners' but dozens still behind bars

Activists decry government failure to recognise political detainees and its usage of repressive laws against critics. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2WozmDk

Regulate social media to protect children, MPs urge

A cross-party committee says social media companies should have a legal "duty of care" to children. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2BaE9iK

Venezuelans call for humanitarian aid as political crisis deepens

Anti-government protesters take to the streets, calling for Nicolas Maduro to step down and aid to be allowed in. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MLE0Hi

Microsoft is making the right moves to fix its past mistakes and topple the PlayStation with its next game console

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2FZkHJQ

Facebook says it's eventually going to stop disclosing the number of users of its flagship social network and focus on its 'family' of apps instead

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2GfWAWR

Google is disabling its app that lets users earn gift cards in exchange for their data

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2WxJKsn

Facebook users continue to grow despite privacy scandals

The number of people who logged into the site at least once a month rose 9% last year. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Uu7wUu

US Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, vows 'patience'

The US Fed chairman says "the situation now calls for patience", backs away from expected tightening. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2CSQrwm

February is the last month PlayStation Plus subscribers can get free games on PlayStation 3 and PS Vita

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2TsGdtP

Facebook Gains More Users as Revenue and Profits Climb

By MIKE ISAAC from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2UnO3om

Amazon Users in India to Get Less Choice and Pay More Under New Selling Rules

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By VINDU GOEL from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2UvhJA5

Lawmakers look to block US support for Saudi-UAE war on Yemen

Legislators say the war was never approved by US Congress, argue US should halt its support for Saudi-UAE offensive. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FZPEOi

EU rejects Theresa May's plans to change Brexit deal

European leaders stand behind agreement as UK's PM seeks to tweak the withdrawal text. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Gd62tK

Assault on actor Jussie Smollett probed as possible hate crime

The attackers reportedly placed a noose around the black actor's neck and yelled homophobic slurs. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FZaHjM

LIVE: Facebook is about to announce its Q4 2018 earnings...

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2TmBOIL

Brazil dam disaster: 'Dead or alive, we just want to know'

Families search for answers after muddy sea of debris swept away everything in its path and killed more than 80 people. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2BcjM4S

Marzieh Hashemi: Journalist returns to Iran after US detention

Marzieh Hashemi arrives in Tehran, Iranian broadcaster Press TV says, after being held for 10 days in Washington, DC. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2WDA5km

He led open source projects in Microsoft's early days of exploring it. Now he's returning as GitHub's new product head

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2MI279Q

Xbox Live is down, and the outage is causing gamers to think their consoles are broken

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2sWDXPS

Apple blocks Facebook app that paid teens to track internet use

A Facebook research app privacy guidelines by collecting private data like internet history, location data and messages. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Wq0Ybn

What is Theresa May's next Brexit move?

UK Prime Minister has received the backing of MPs to renegotiate her Brexit deal with the EU. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2SeQNa7

More than half of today's unicorn health startups haven't published any influential research - and some experts say that raises the risk of another Theranos

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2HH5bUy

Here's the new base price for Tesla's Model S and Model X

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2SdqcKS

UN: New talks on Western Sahara expected in March

Special envoy for Western Sahara hopes to meet different parties in February before a new round of talks in March. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DJbkvr

Bug in Apple Facetime app let users listen in on conversations

Apple said 'group FaceTime is temporarily unavailable' as the company works on solving the issue. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UrVYkw

Southern EU Summit sends strong message to Turkey

SEUS called on Turkey to effectively implement Readmission Agreement and normalise relations with Republic of Cyprus. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HFtPVQ

Chaos has reportedly erupted inside Facebook as employees find themselves unable to open the company's apps on their iPhones

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2WvkCCQ

Fifa to stop selling in-game currency in Belgium

The move comes after the Belgian Gambling Commission threatened legal action over in-game loot boxes. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2MFq3uk

Palestinian teen shot dead after alleged stabbing attack

Israeli forces kill 16-year-old Palestinian schoolgirl at a checkpoint between the occupied West Bank and Jerusalem. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2TnIlTg

An Arsenal of Skype, Voice Recorders and FOIAs

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By Unknown Author from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2MFcs6d

India: Thousands of ex-army members protest unpaid pensions

It is the first of many planned rallies by groups fed up with India̢۪s worsening socioeconomic conditions. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FV0N2A

Trump: Border talks 'waste of time' if they don't include a wall

As negotiations get under way, the US president says any deal to avoid shutdown next month must include a wall. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2GaWWhh

Palestine, the Women's March, and imperial feminism

Much effort is made in the US to maintain that Palestine is not a feminist cause and erase the plight of its women. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RUQjqx

Father of late Saudi sisters rejects suicide conclusion: report

Last week, a medical examiner said that the sisters had committed suicide by walking into the Hudson River in 2018. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2CTPnZ5

After years of unrelenting privacy scandals, Facebook hires 3 of its fiercest critics

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2WvcUbS

The hardest mode in 'Resident Evil 2' is a ridiculous survival mission starring a talking block of tofu with a knife

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2Gbct0u

At least 12 people killed as floods cause havoc in Saudi Arabia

Heavy downpours hit country's western and northwestern parts with 271 people rescued by authorities. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DJUq00

Trump lashes out at US spy chiefs over Iran, North Korea and ISIL

Trump calls US intelligence directors 'naive' after they broke with him on several threats to the US. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Ur3iNl

Sudanese agents briefly detain opposition leader's daughter

Mariam Sadiq al-Mahdi, deputy head of her father's Umma party, was taken into custody early on Wednesday. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G9t3hs

Turkey frees US consulate staff convicted of terror charge

Interpreter Ulucay was one of two US diplomatic mission employees imprisoned in Turkey. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FXp9ZB

Kwik Fit garages hit by computer virus

The car repair chain's IT system went offline on Saturday and has been experiencing problems since. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Bbhenr

'Super Smash Bros. Ultimate' just got its first major update, including a new character. Here's everything that's new

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2DLrowP

Facebook and Apple are arguing over who banned a Facebook app that paid people $20 per month for complete access to their phones

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2UzpuFl

Will Greece's rugby 'rebels' prevent a World Cup qualification?

Greece is on the verge of qualifying for their first-ever World Cup, but a splinter rugby group could ruin their chances. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Gg1Fy2

Does Facebook Really Know How Many Fake Accounts It Has?

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By JACK NICAS from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2RqYGoD

Italy to allow rescued migrants to disembark after 10 days

Italian PM says deal reached with several countries to take in the 47 people, who had been at sea for 10 days. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2TowV1U

DJI pledges painful action to tackle corruption

The world's bestselling drone-maker says it must tackle cases of employee theft. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2BbV4Sh

US states could face weather colder than Antarctica

Several states across US Midwest region are bracing for extreme, life-threatening weather. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FZm63c

Lebanon struggles to protect currency's value

Beirut takes unprecedented measures to safeguard devaluing lira that threatens to worsen country's economic crisis. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2GaVOdq

This website can tell what kind of person you are based on where you live. See for yourself what your ZIP code says about you

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2sV8MEl

The Cambridge Analytica whistleblower who humbled Facebook has a new job at fashion retailer H&M

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2RrZcTd

Scruff gay dating app bans underwear photos

The app bans images of men in underwear and swimwear after "repeated suspensions by app store distributors". from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2SgJDCi

UAE 'used spying tool' to target Qatar's emir, other rivals

Sheikh Tamim, senior Turkish official, and activists among hundreds whose iPhones were hacked, Reuters reports. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Sldh9O

Thailand: Hundreds of schools closed as toxic smog chokes Bangkok

More than 400 Bangkok schools closed until Monday to protect children from hazardous air pollution. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HS5zQv

Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro ready for talks with opposition

Embattled president now says he'll meet US-backed opposition but in the presence of international mediators. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Sld8Di

Syria safe zone: 'A long-term problem rather than a solution'

While talks on safe zones for Syrian refugees continue, there is no clear plan on who and how they'll be governed. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HC02gF

Facebook just pulled a screeching handbrake turn, shutting down an intrusive data gathering app it vigorously defended hours earlier

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2UqaitP

Facebook: Dissident republicans Saoradh take legal action

Saoradh claims the social media giant removed a number of its pages from its platform. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FYq7oy

Can the US force Nicolas Maduro to step down?

US has announced tough sanctions on Venezuela's oil industry, cutting off President Maduro's main source of income. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DItmOt

Deadly Arctic deep freeze envelops US Midwest

Polar vortex brings record-breaking, life-threatening cold weather across much of North America . from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UraRUb

Kenya security High alert after al Shabab attack

Kenyans displaced by the hunt for al-Shabab fighters are too afraid to return home. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Uq4Ozf

The US has formally requested to extradite Huawei's CFO Meng Wanzhou from Canada

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2Rp2kzh

The view from Spain: British migrants fear Brexit impact

From fears of a no deal and worries about the pound to concerns of moving back home, Britons in Spain address Brexit. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DJgM1q

Death toll climbs after migrant boats sink off Djibouti

At least 28 killed and up to 130 migrants still missing after two boats sink on voyage to Arabian Peninsula. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UpUk2X

Children 'afterthought' for social media companies

England's children's commissioner writes to social media companies, urging them to tackle disturbing content. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2TlA6Hr

How to Save on Your Next Apple Purchase

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By BRIAN X. CHEN from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2RlQ2Yx

Why China is standing by Nicolas Maduro

China is Venezuela's biggest creditor, has invested heavily in its oil industry and regards President Maduro as its strongest ally in South America. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2sT7oCb

Saudi Arabia to release Houthi prisoners after ill soldier freed

Saudi-led coalition in Yemen promises to release seven rebel fighters in exchange for sick POW returned to Riyadh. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MDDdrR

PledgeMusic: The day the music died?

Crowdfunding site PledgeMusic seems to have run out of money, leaving musicians wondering what to do. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2sShPG9

Tens of thousands refuse 'extension of life' in South Korea

Since 'dying-well' law passed, nearly 35,000 South Koreans opted to die by refusing life-sustaining healthcare. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DIkE2J

The one about Friends still being most popular

They might not have been born when it was made, but Friends is a favourite programme for the young. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2HHdvUq

Calls for UAE to be punished after crowd violence mars Qatar win

Qatari players were pelted with shoes and bottles during their Asian Cup semi-final win against hosts UAE. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MFSxEh

Hamas calls for supporters to send bitcoins

Ezzedine al-Qasaam Brigades launches appeal for support using digital currency amid financial woes. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UtXgvE

Waste unleashed from Brazil dam on its way to a larger river

Sludge containing iron oxide threatens to contaminate drinking water in five states. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FXG7as

Bahraini footballer's wife calls on Thailand to release him

In open letter to Thai PM, Hakeem al-Araibi's wife says he will face torture and possible death if deported to Bahrain. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FYfMsL

Airbnb 'profiting' from illegal Israeli settlements: Amnesty

Online travel sites Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia and TripAdvisor accused of making money on 'war crimes'. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DK0XYB

What Russia stands to lose in Venezuela

While the US pushes to drive Venezuela's Maduro from power, Russia vows to continue supporting 'strategic partner'. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Uvr2A7

Morocco's Village Superwomen

Emotional stories of women overcoming hardship without any outside support, as their husbands seek work elsewhere. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2SjDpBA

Japan-South Korea radar spat shakes stability - when US needs it

Ahead of US-North Korea summit, analysts say latest dispute between neighbours threatens delicate regional dynamics. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UtDQae

Brexit deal vote: What it means for UK and how EU reacted

European leaders present united front as UK MPs vote to send PM back to Brussels and try secure better exit deal. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DJcyai

The most important things we learned from Apple's earnings call

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2WtWvUU

US spy chiefs break with Trump on several threats to the US

Intelligence directors break with Trump on threats posed by North Korea, Iran and ISIL. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HD4zPZ

Southern Philippines mosque hit by deadly grenade attack

Attack in Zamboanga city comes days after deadly bombings at Roman Catholic church and vote backing Muslim self-rule. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Se8LJP

Facebook got caught paying people $20 a month to let them spy on their phones

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2RrLmAe

Apple has taken away the yardstick everybody measured its business with - but the replacement might be better

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2Wvwqon

Ten years after end of war, Tamils still waiting to return home

Some 30 members of Tamil minority protest to reclaim their lands occupied by the army in Mullativu, northern Sri Lanka. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FWrns6

iPhone FaceTime Bug That Allows Spying Was Flagged to Apple Over a Week Ago

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US-China trade talks: Technology theft may be biggest hurdle

Officials from both sides are meeting in Washington, DC this week amid efforts resolve a bitter trade dispute. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RZhvnW

UK parliament backs new Irish backstop talks but EU stands firm

British MPs also pass non-binding motion ruling out 'no-deal' Brexit, but EU says divorce deal not up for renegotiation. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Wtm1JZ

Apple iPhone sales in 'disappointing' fall

Revenue from the tech giant's signature iPhone fell 15% in the most recent quarter. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2B9bL0A

5 major tech companies, from Amazon to Apple, are trying to make the 'Netflix of gaming' - here's how the competition stacks up

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2RnGRa4

UNHCR 'deeply concerned' over settler attack on Palestinians

Killing of Palestinian man comes as settler violence in occupied West Bank surges to highest levels since 2015. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DIpgpC

Palestinian President Abbas accepts PM Hamdallah's resignation

New government is expected to be made up only of parties that are members of PLO, excluding Hamas and Islamic Jihad. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UqV7R3

Everyone at the biggest tech show of the year was raving about Huawei's newest laptop. But it's missing one crucial thing that could be a dealbreaker

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2BaUpAx

Apple Says Profits Were Flat, Citing Slump in China

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Here's why many over-the-counter treatments won't get rid of lice

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2SgBOg6

Five migrants dead, 130 missing after boats sink near Djibouti

According to witnesses, the boats carrying migrants faced large waves, eventually buckled under excessive load. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2ShfW44

LIVE: Here comes Apple's Q1 earnings

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2Wur24U

Sudan intelligence chief orders release of protest detainees

Decision to free those arrested during protests comes as international pressure mounts over handling of demonstrations. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2ShDVQw

An Arizona teenager discovered Apple's FaceTime bug while playing 'Fortnite' last week, but he and his mother couldn't convince Apple that it was a big deal

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2MGfaIw

An executive at a $771 billion life insurance firm explains how it's teaming up with digital upstarts to disrupt itself

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2FYYyv6

Israel ends international observer mission in Hebron

Netanyahu's critics say he Is getting rid of the observers to try and win votes. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RptXrW

Zimbabwe lawyers demand independent judiciary to try protesters

Lawyers demand that security forces and politicians not interfere in trials of arrested protesters. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Ws8XVq

Trump ally Roger Stone pleads not guilty to Russia probe charges

Trump's longtime friend and ally is charged with making false statements to Congress, witness tampering and obstruction. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RrRIjc

Venezuela prosecutor moves to place travel ban on Guaido

Chief prosecutor asked Supreme Court to open a preliminary investigation into Guaido and to freeze his accounts. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2B5rwFx

Huawei and China Have Limited Ways to Answer U.S. Charges

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Fox News Breaking News Alert FBI says it still doesn't know Las Vegas shooter's motive as it closes investigation 01/29/19 10:15 AM

Poroshenko announces bid for second term as Ukraine president

Poroshenko was elected in 2014 after mass protests forced out former president Viktor Yanukovich. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DGxE8Z

On the border, Venezuelans leave notes at the 'Wall of Laments'

Venezuelans fleeing hyperinflation and poverty share stories of struggle at small cantina across the border in Colombia. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FZLBkS

Kingdom Hearts 3 game released 'without an ending'

The epilogue is downloaded only once the 40 hours of game-play is completed. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FWmuzy

A major bug was discovered in FaceTime. Here's how to turn the video-calling feature off

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2TkmOLv

US gives Juan Guaido control over some Venezuelan assets

Increasing pressure on Maduro, the US handed control of Venezuela's bank accounts in the US to the opposition leader from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2CNcIvi

How to Disable FaceTime to Avoid Eavesdropping Bug

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Huawei: A simple guide to why the company is in so much trouble

One of the world's favourite phone makers is fighting for its reputation. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2B8O7RS

Huawei executives reject US accusations of fraud and theft

China̢۪s government says the Trump administration is envious of Huawei̢۪s success and is trying to tarnish its reputation. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2GcEkh3

Qatar thrash UAE to reach Asian Cup football final

Qatar to face Japan in the final after beating hosts in front of a hostile crowd in Abu Dhabi. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2B3OCwv

'Super Smash Bros. Ultimate' is about to its first major new character since launch. Here's how to get it for free

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2MC7x5W

Aid group warns Yemen truce 'on verge of collapsing'

International Rescue Committee urges the world to step up pressure on the warring parties to stick to their commitments. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RlWY7P

This odd-looking vertical mouse from Logitech should be the last computer mouse you ever buy

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2G9VXy2

Yahoo data breach payout blocked by judge

The judge is unhappy about the sum involved and the vagueness of promised cyber-security fixes. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2TmCtdg

Almost 5,000 Bangladeshi garment workers sacked over strikes

Workers stitching clothes for international brands had protested earlier this month over wages. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2D1YsiL

Brexit: All the latest updates

With just 60 days until Brexit, Prime Minister Theresa May is attempting to get her deal approved by MPs. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2AWAYex

PG&E files for bankruptcy after devastating California wildfires

The US's largest utility faces billions of dollars in potential damages after blazes swept through parts of California. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RZNKTZ

Huawei's alleged attempts to copycat a T-Mobile robot read like a comical spy movie

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2sWr3kw

Italy to open port only if Netherlands, Germany accept migrants

Diplomatic deadlock on who should take migrants continues while Italian minister defends his hard-line asylum policy. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DGBJde

Apple has disabled group FaceTime calls after it was humiliated on Data Privacy Day by a bug that lets people listen in on you

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2SfSvZ4

Duterte blames Abu Sayyaf 'suicide bombers' for Jolo attack

Philippine president orders army to 'destroy' ISIL-linked fighters 'by whatever means' after deadly attack in Mindanao. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HDVC99

Huawei and China Have Limited Ways to Answer U.S. Charges

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By PAUL MOZUR and RAYMOND ZHONG from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2CRDxyy

UN: Boko Haram threat displaces 30,000 from Nigeria's Rann town

Fears of renewed attacks by the armed group prompt the exodus of more than 30,000 people from the Nigerian town of Rann. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2sWneMc

Venezuela's slow coup continues

Opposition leader Juan Guaido's support base is not the Venezuelan people but foreign right-wing governments. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MDgnR0

South Korean 'comfort women' activist dies at 93

Kim Bok-dong spent years demanding justice for Japan's wartime sexual violence against women. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2TrRFFG

'We don't want to depend on husbands, we want to help ourselves'

Community-run saving groups in Kenya allow entrepreneurial women to access informal loans away from banking bureaucracy. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UnSyPK

Iran's central bank issues draft rules on cryptocurrency

Government regulators recognise global cryptocurrencies and licensed trading but prohibit it as payment inside Iran. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DFt5vE

Three dead in Cuba as tornado rips through Havana

Rare twister hits one of the capital's poorest districts leaving a deadly trail while injuring scores of people. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RoyZVE

Illegal migration and human trafficking to top MED-7 summit

Cyprus is coping with an increase in the number of asylum seekers as it prepares to host a regional summit. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2WqxhH8

Funerals held for Brazil dam collapse victims

The first funerals held for victims of the Brazilian dam collapse, as the search goes on for hundreds still missing. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MKfAhr

Social security tax: Palestinians protest new law

The Palestinian Authority has put its planned social security tax on hold after months of protests. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HL8D0K

US charges against Huawei could inflame China trade talks

Tech giant's charges of violating sanctions and stealing trade secrets may sour talks set to begin on Wednesday. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2SbMA7f

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Pakistan’s top court upholds acquittal of Christian woman sentenced to death for blasphemy 01/29/19 2:22 AM

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Fox News Breaking News Alert PG&E Corp. files for bankruptcy following wildfire claims 01/29/19 2:12 AM

Pakistan court upholds Aasia Bibi's blasphemy acquittal

Pakistan's Supreme Court dismisses review petition against the acquittal of Christian woman accused of blasphemy. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2sP9FhK

'Trump-style wall': Pakistan building wall on Afghan border

A proposed fence along one of the world's most dangerous border areas is causing friction between two Asian neighbours. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HAMty8

UN Khashoggi investigator to meet Istanbul chief prosecutor

International inquiry led by UN's special rapporteur Agnes Callamard seeks to establish who ordered Khashoggi's murder. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Sf2PQX

Anti-Qatar protesters in New York were paid: report

Qatar says it is the target of a smear campaign after British newspaper reveals woman offered cash to people to protest. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2ME9TBr

Singapore HIV registry data leaked online in health breach

More than 14,000 people are affected, including thousands of visitors, Singapore's health ministry says. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2CNv1AO

The struggles for Liberian citizenship

Why has Liberia not enacted dual citizenship or repealed a constitutional 'Negro clause'? from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2CQxgDf

Thailand receives Bahrain request for detained football player

Hakeem al-Araibi says he fled his home country because of political repression and claims he was beaten in custody. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RTo7UW

What to expect from the 2019 South EU Summit

Spain, Portugal, France, Malta, Italy, Greece and Cyprus will meet to discuss security, energy and migration. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Rm6kR5

Brexit vote on May's Plan B: Everything you need to know

Will Tuesday's vote have any impact on the Brexit process? And how is Europe expected to react? Key questions answered. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FVVjos

India's Rohingya shame

The Indian government has adopted attitudes similar to Myanmar's towards the Rohingya. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UsD6Cb

Malaysia unveils five-year plan to fight corruption

Plan focuses on procurement, contracts and requires politicians to publicly declare their assets. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UqkQsP

FaceTime Bug Lets iPhone Users Eavesdrop, in a Stumble for Apple

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Huawei denies wrongdoing after US criminal charges

The Chinese telecoms giant said it was "disappointed" by the US charges, which include theft and fraud. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2CPr1jb

Uh Oh, Apple. An iPhone Bug Lets FaceTime Callers Eavesdrop.

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By BRIAN X. CHEN from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2UvgDED

More warnings about humanitarian crises in Central Africa

Aid agencies warn more than two million people in the Lake Chad region urgently need aid. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2CR1o1k

Brexit stalemate: Divisions over UK exiting EU

Seventy percent of voters around Grimsby voted 'leave' - some blame the EU for the decline of the city's industry. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HPpEXF

US Senate advances controversial anti-BDS legislation

Most of Democrats join Republicans in favour of taking up bill that includes measure taking aim at boycotts of Israel. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DFsdXV

Explainer: US sanctions to hit Venezuelan state-owned oil company

A look at how the measures announced by administration of President Donald Trump might affect both US and Venezuela. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Sdym5L

Chinese electronics giant Huawei allegedly paid out bonuses to any employee who stole trade secrets

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2WsnYpW

A major privacy flaw in Apple's FaceTime lets others listen in on you before you answer the call

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2DG1Q48

Instagram is down for some users

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2HBxzHD

Facebook's popularity dips with UK children, says Ofcom

Facebook's popularity among children fell during 2018, according to the media regulator Ofcom. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FVye5j

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Fox News Breaking News Alert 5 officers struck in Houston shooting, police say 01/28/19 4:20 PM

'Hostage justice': How Japan secures confessions and convictions

Carlos Ghosn's experience is all too common in Japan where prosecutors are notorious for keeping suspects in detention. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2GaOMWl

Don't expect Apple's iPhone sales to get better anytime soon, says analyst

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2B2RrxR

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Multiple police officers injured in Houston shooting, officials say 01/28/19 3:37 PM

The ending of the new 'Kingdom Hearts 3' game is so secret it's not even on the disc - players will need to download a patch

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2UoMrL8

US files charges against China's Huawei and CFO Meng Wanzhou

Among the charges are accusations of fraud, obstruction of justice and theft of technology. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DDWeYi

US hits Venezuela's state-owned oil company with sanctions

Move comes as US and other countries step up pressure on Maduro to cede power to Venezuela's opposition. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2CP1LJJ

US charges China's Huawei, top executive with bank fraud

US unseals criminal charges against Huawei, two affiliates and top exec with multiple counts of fraud. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G3SVuS

The US gov't may be open again, but fears remain for contractors

As thousands of federal workers went back to work, uncertainty remained for contractors who were furloughed or laid off. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2WjMaea

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Pelosi invites Trump to give State of the Union address on February 5 01/28/19 1:40 PM

Canadian Jewish group's charity status revoked: Report

A government audit finds Beth Oloth donations supported Israeli armed forces and illegal settlements, broadcaster says. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2SeSKnc

US, Taliban agree to draft peace framework: envoy

Comments by special envoy Zalmay Khalilzad have ignited hopes of a breakthrough in the grinding 17-year conflict. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HDoNcp

Gaza: Hamas says Rafah crossing with Egypt to briefly reopen

Border crossing to reopen for three days, weeks after Palestinian Authority pulled its staff from there. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UjbpeI

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Fox News Breaking News Alert US announces sweeping sanctions against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, state-owned oil company 01/28/19 1:10 PM

A key EU government watchdog is demanding answers from Facebook over its plan to merge its messaging apps

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2Umv0uL

Nigerian lawyers to strike over suspension of top judge

Nigeria's president had suspended Onnoghen on Friday, just weeks ahead of the presidential election. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2WoeRXn

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Fox News Breaking News Alert White House holds first press briefing of 2019 01/28/19 12:15 PM

In wartime Yemen, children find solace in music

Much of the country lies in ruins, but the population of Yemen still has hope for the future. Music plays a big role. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2S7iFgz

UN envoy urges Yemen's warring sides to withdraw from Hodeidah

Martin Griffiths says momentum for peace 'is still there', after aid agencies warn conditions are deteriorating fast. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MHkBqY

What can an investigation into Khashoggi's murder achieve?

A UN-led team is in Turkey to investigate journalist's murder and wants access to the Saudi consulate in Istanbul. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2sOc7Fe

I spent 72 hours with the first huge game of 2019 - here's what 'Anthem' is like

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2sPaNSD

American leaked records of 14,200 HIV patients, says Singapore

The records included HIV test results and personal identification details of people majority of whom are foreigners. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2CMcyo6

Japan beats Iran to reach Asian Cup football final

Osako scores a brace in Japan's 3-0 win, the first time in the current tournament that Iran conceded a goal. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Uob4Ym

US gov't reopens after shutdown as clock starts on funding talks

A bi-partisan committee will try to negotiate a compromise on border security before February 15 deadline. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DEIrQY

Shutdown over Trump's border wall will cost US economy $11bn: CBO

The non-partisan Congressional Budget Office estimates roughly $3bn of total loss will not be recovered. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G7ilbi

Parkour offers freedom to Gaza youth

A group of young men called Parkour Gaza trains everyday on walls and buildings scarred by bullets. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FSSLax

Investing app Acorns nabbed $105 million in funding and now has a higher valuation than robo giant Betterment

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2COsQwD

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez says tech giants like Facebook are the biggest threat to news organizations

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2RVAbos

I ditched Instagram 2 months ago for my birthday, and now I'm convinced there's no going back

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2CQwupL

Meet the power players of the Disney-Fox merger, who will steer the biggest entertainment franchises in the world

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2RSaqFV

Apple is reportedly working on a games subscription service that could be like a 'Netflix for games'

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2CNlnOC

Here are the computers, gadgets, and accessories I'm using on a personal basis in 2019 - and which ones I'd recommend

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2RSHeyl

Mark Zuckerberg's newest adviser listed 5 reasons why Facebook is actually a long way off merging its messaging apps

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2CQwshD

YouTuber James Charles tells LBC Birmingham crowd 'normal'

James Charles tells LBC his career has been "a wild ride", following gridlock in Birmingham. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2CO5eZ1

Twitter users mock UAE after gender awards won by men

Social media users were quick to point out that men won all of the awards at the UAE's 'Gender Balance Index' awards. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MGClCU

Palestinians lose eviction appeal in Jerusalem

The property is in the Sheikh Jarrah neighbourhood of East Jerusalem, which has long been targeted by Israeli settler groups. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2sPy0nB

Netherlands turns down request to accept 47 rescued migrants

Rescue ship Sea-Watch 3 rescued the migrants from a rubber boat off the Libyan coast more than a week ago. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FU5TMM

Blockade Derby: Qatar, UAE set for Asian Cup semi-final

Qatari fans unable to attend, as analysts criticise Emirati officials for 'politicising' Asian football tournament. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Segtnw

Indian politician jailed for Facebook post on PM Narendra Modi

A politician from southern India arrested for lampooning prime minister in what critics say is clampdown on free speech. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HJuW70

B&Q 'exposed data about store thieves'

A security researcher says he found a database listing names and details of suspected culprits. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RQtlAR

This VR startup impressed Andreessen Horowitz so much that the VC firm flew back from Vegas to hammer out a $68 million deal at In-N-Out

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2MCH4VV

The worst may be over for Apple's iPhone slump, Ming-Chi Kuo predicts

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2G746mS

From Davos: Dell, WeWork, and Bank of America discuss technology and Better Capitalism

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2FTdYRA

Facebook's new head of comms said it doesn't feel like there's an 'insurrection' brewing at the company despite the public backlash

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2G5G8rP

Facebook warns that blowing up Silicon Valley firms through regulation might allow sinister Chinese companies to dominate the internet

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2FUEI4p

Sudan's protests: The revolt of the periphery

It is the countryside, not Khartoum, that is now leading the political struggle for Sudan's future. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2ME8pqF

Nick Clegg: Facebook should pay more tax outside US

The former deputy prime minister has given his first speech since joining the technology giant as head of communications. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DDRYb7

TalkTalk hacker Daniel Kelley's blackmail charge dropped

Daniel Kelley has already admitted involvement in the major hack attack on the telecoms firm in 2015. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Sa497H

France's Macron to press Sisi on human rights in Cairo meeting

French leader says he will tell Egyptian president situation has worsened since their last meeting in October 2017. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Wslqbp

This massive Chinese phone company outsmarted Apple in China and India, and now it's heading to the West

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2FXxuN9

Pakistan Supreme Court to review Christian's blasphemy acquittal

Christian woman acquitted of blasphemy in October to return to death row if petition against her acquittal is accepted. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RnO9KK

Is Trump baiting Iran into an armed confrontation?

Analysts warn of heightened probability of conflict with Iran as 'hardliners' take control of Trump's foreign policy. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2WxEy8a

Pilot 'disoriented' before 2018 plane crash in Nepal

A report on the incident that killed 51 people says that 'miscommunication' was not the solely cause of the crash. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Ui2k5S

Canada fired its Chinese ambassador after his 'mind-boggling' remarks on the arrest of Huawei's CFO

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2MAf85a

Fortnite loot box llamas go 'see-through'

Epic Games will now let players see what is inside loot llamas before they buy them. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2sSZt81

All foreign forces will leave Afghanistan, President Ghani says

President's comments come as both US and Taliban officials hailed progress after six days of talks in Qatar ended. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Ro93cZ

After war, Iraq battles drugs as people seek solace in heroin

High levels of unemployment and poverty in Iraq lead to an alarming rise in heroin addiction. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UnXWST

Cuba: Three dead, 174 injured in Havana tornado

Heavy winds overturned vehicles, uprooted trees, knocked down lamp posts, and left part of the capital in the dark. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2sRwKQN

Erdogan: Safe zones in Syria will allow refugees to return

Turkish president says safe zones to be set up in northern Syria will allow more refugees to go back to the country. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MA8k7p

Activists caution as EU ends ban on Thailand fishing industry

The third-largest exporter of seafood rejoices the end of ban as it was criticised for poor regulations and unsustainable practices. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FS5eva

Canada needs a history lesson

Let's remember the time when Charles de Gaulle meddled in our affairs, the way we today meddle in Venezuela's. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MyQeCO

Facebook rubbished a report from Mark Zuckerberg's old Harvard classmate, which claims that half of Facebook's users are fake

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2RSnuL7

Zimbabwe Afro-jazz star Oliver Mtukudzi declared national hero

Tributes pour in for the legend who drew a following across Africa and beyond after he died 66, reportedly from diabetes complications. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FS0cyM

A Tiny Screw Shows Why iPhones Won’t Be ‘Assembled in U.S.A.’

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Why are France's yellow vest protests so white?

Few minorities attend rallies demanding change from President Macron, which have seen outbursts of racism. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2B4KEDO

Japan: Shinzo Abe vows to restore relations with North Korea

Conciliatory message contrasts sharply from a year ago when Abe set out a hard-line approach towards Pyongyang. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Tiak6V

800 trees downed as icy conditions grip Romania

Thousands still without power as freezing fog continues to linger over Bucharest. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Uo4EbO

Bahrain's supreme court upholds Ali Salman's life sentence

Opposition leader Ali Salman loses appeal against his sentence over charges of spying for Qatar. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2TiiRXJ

Bloody Sunday memorial march through Derry marks 47th anniversary

Thousands have marched in Northern Ireland in the 47th anniversary of Bloody Sunday commemoration march in Derry. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2COdbgU

Fitness trackers 'overestimate' calorie burning

Products such as Fitbits overestimate the amount of calories burned while walking, research finds. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Wlmq14

UK cyber-crime victims lose £190,000 a day

Police agency Action Fraud said money lost by victims increased by 24% over a six-month period. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2sNMvZ2

Hundreds of popular cars ‘at risk of keyless theft’

Consumer group Which? found the Ford Fiesta, VW Golf, Nissan Qashqai and Ford Focus were all at risk. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2UjO78A

UN team probing Jamal Khashoggi killing to arrive in Turkey

Investigators in Istanbul for a week are seeking access to the Saudi consulate but haven't heard back from Riyadh. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RUeViX

Trump doubts border compromise can be reached with Democrats

Trump pledges to build wall anyway using executive powers and threatens to declare national emergency. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2CRo2Xp

France: 'Red scarves' march against 'Yellow vests' to protest violence

A new citizens' movement created online, now on the streets of Paris, call themselves the red scarves and say they're fighting back against months of violence and disruption by yellow vest protesters. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2CROEre

Saudi exile to establish group to fight for women's rights

Reem Suleiman says she was told to stop writing by senior adviser Saud al-Qahtani and then imprisoned and tortured. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RljG06

Egypt's Muslim Brotherhood calls for a unified opposition

Banned group urges opponents of President Sisi to free Egypt from military control and the release political prisoners. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2WkFT25

China jails rights lawyer Wang Quanzhang for 'subversion'

Prominent lawyer's sentencing to four and a half years in prison prompts criticism from human rights activists. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2ThS1Pf

The German economy is slowing. Brexit could make it worse

Facing headwinds from slowing demand in China, the German economy must now grapple with potential Brexit fallout. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DCmyC6

Pirate or hero? Raffles bicentennial fuels Singapore debate

Stamford Raffles landed 200 years ago. But not all welcome government plans to mark the start of colonial rule. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Uo0qRA

Philippines vows to 'crush' attackers after fatal church bombings

President Duterte to visit site of twin bomb attacks that killed 20 people, including 15 civilians, and wounded scores. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2B4RyJm

Guaido calls for more protests as Maduro displays military might

Venezuela's Maduro watches military drills as self-proclaimed interim leader Guaido issues call for more protests. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2WnHUdO

Venezuela does not need another charismatic strongman

Juan Guaido is not a charismatic leader and this is precisely what Venezuela needs right now. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Rg8h1u

Lyft’s C.E.O. Is Nudged Into the Spotlight in a Time of Need

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By MIKE ISAAC and KATE CONGER from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2TjeD1J

Yemeni mothers protest over sons held in secret UAE-run prisons

Rights group demands the Yemeni government 'reveal the fate' of the missing, as 86 prisoners go on hunger strike. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Rm0I9H

Can there be peace in the southern Philippines?

Two bomb blasts on Sunday are a reminder that the security situation in the southern Philippines remains fragile. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2WgdRVc

Tunisia's secular opposition forms new party

PM Youssef Chahed and his supporters break away from ruling Nidaa Tounes to float Tahya Tounes or "Long live Tunisia". from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RhAHYT

Russia marks 75 years since World War II siege of Leningrad

President Vladimir Putin praised Saint Petersburg's 'unbroken' spirit as Russia marks 75 years since lifting of siege. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Wkc6q4

Killing of Palestinian by Israeli settlers 'shocking': UN envoy

Nikolay Mladenov calls on Israel to bring killers of Palestinian man Hamdi Naasan to justice. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Rk915Q

Search for survivors resumes after Brazil dam collapse

Firefighters returned to mud-covered areas after searches were suspended over fears a second dam could burst. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HzN7fg

Russia's St Petersburg marks 75 years since Nazi siege

By the time the siege on the Russian capital was broken, hunger, disease, bombs and shells had killed more than half a million civilians. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DDoz0M

Bashir says Sudan protesters trying to emulate Arab Spring

Sudan's president says protesters are trying to imitate the Arab Spring uprisings of 2011, which shook the region. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2TjK24g

Venezuela's Maduro rejects EU ultimatum on fresh elections

The embattled president dubs opposition leader's declaration unconstitutional, but says he is open to talks with the US. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RlKvkR

Peru mudslide kills at least 15 at wedding celebration

At least 34 wedding guests have been injured after the hotel's wall and roof collapsed in the city of Abancay. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FR82sy

Saudi billionaire al-Amoudi reportedly released from detention

The tycoon, who had a net worth estimated to be $10.9bn, was detained as part of 'anti-corruption purge' in 2017. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G3ImrQ

Don't be fooled: Scammers are pretending to be top YouTube stars and offering 'gifts'

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2Sbx5fs

Qatari financial aid distributed to thousands of families in Gaza

Post offices in Gaza are distributing financial aid donated by Qatar to 94,000 Palestinian families. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2TczILu

Yellow vest leader badly injured at protest

Prominent protester Jerome Rodrigues shot in eye with rubber bullet fired by police during protest, lawyer says. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MBTygq

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One of the internet's creators says there's a potential of severe dangers from the 'avalanche of devices' on the network

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2TdaNal

South Korea: Thaw in ties with North boosts ice fishing festival

Nearly two million South Koreans take part in the festival near North Korea border as Seoul-Pyongyang ties warm up. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FR0cim

Sudan: 'Revolution of the hungry' persists despite crackdown

More protests are planned against President Omar al-Bashir's 30-year rule after many killed in brutal crackdown. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G4lFUA

Malaysia stripped of paralympic swim tournament after Israel ban

Decision followed PM Mahathir Mohamed's decision to ban Israelis citing abuses against Palestinians. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UkyVrL

The Nintendo Switch conquered the PlayStation 4, the Xbox One, and most of the rest of the video game industry in 2018

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2sPMBiN

Russia: Deal with Turkey on Syria's Idlib not fully implemented

Moscow and Ankara tried to create a de-escalation zone in Idlib to allow displaced Syrians to return to their homes. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FPDAyV

Philippines church bombing: Twin blasts hit Jolo cathedral

Government vows to 'crush' those responsible for the attack that killed over a dozen people and wounded several others. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G0rRwK

Environmentalist on mission to preserve island nation Vanuatu

Leimalu Tapesi, the first woman anointed chairperson of a village tribal council, plans to crack down on illegal logging. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FVCEcv

Mental health: UK could ban social media over suicide images, minister warns

It comes after the father of 14-year-old Molly Russell blamed Instagram recommendations for her death. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2RjICov

Syria conflict: Uncertainty remains over future of safe zones

Turkey's government wants the whole area east of the Euphrates River to be cleared of ISIL as well as Kurdish fighters. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UfTXI0

Coldest air front in years advances on US and Canada

The polar vortex is expected to sink across much of North America in coming days. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2B9jgEF

Concern grow over fate of protesters held in Sudan

Why concern is growing among families of protesters held in Sudan. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Tcn676

Crocodiles at world's tallest statue moved for seaplane service

About 300 reptiles will be removed to allow seaplanes to bring tourists to lake near Statue of Unity. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2B8AnX4

Italy vows to sue NGO over migrant rescue boat

While 47 migrants are stranded at sea, Italian Interior minister wants to take legal action against Dutch rescue vessel from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DDYeQb

Alert raised over imminent risk to another Brazil mining dam

Firefighters are evacuating communities near a mine tailings dam after its owner reports dangerously high water levels. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UimAo1

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Novak Djokovic tops Rafa Nadal in straight sets to win Australian Open men's title 01/27/19 2:58 AM

Manhunt in Louisiana after gunman, 21, kills five

Two separate but related shootings leave five dead, including suspect's parents and his girlfriend. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G0KZdW

Pakistan cricket captain Sarfraz Ahmed suspended for racist taunt

Sarfraz Ahmed's taunt in Urdu was caught by stump mics but he denied they were aimed at South Africa Andile Phehlukwayo. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MA3V4B

Venezuela crisis: US accused of interference

The US's recognition of an unelected opposition leader as president of Venezuela shocked even Latin American historians accustomed to Washington's long history of overthrowing governments south of the border. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2sM2gQh

Iran inches closer to unveiling state-backed cryptocurrency

Islamic Republic's embrace of virtual currency could provide workaround as its economy takes a hit from US sanctions. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Te29sg

Rohingya crisis: UN warns against repatriation

Why the UN says it is still not safe for Rohingya Muslim refugees to return to Myanmar. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RiMZ32

Khashoggi inquiry seeks access to Saudi consulate, kingdom

Agnes Callamard, UN special rapporteur on executions, says she had not yet received a reply from Saudi authorities. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2TckplQ

Naomi Osaka: When Japan woke up to a new queen

The 21-year-old becomes tennis' new world number one after winning the Australian Open, her second Grand Slam. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2B4WG06

Venezuela crisis: Thousands continue to flee country

As political crisis deepens, those who have left say even if president has changed, recovery is still years away. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G4cinS

Japan must stand with Vietnamese human rights activists

As Vietnam̢۪s largest bilateral donor, Japan is in a unique position to raise human rights issues. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Tc1urf

Bansky's tribute to Bataclan's victims stolen in Paris

Thieves took away a mural by the British street artist in commemoration of 2015 Paris attack victims. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DBErAP

Thai pop idol condemned for Nazi swastika T-shirt

Common Thai phenomenon of Nazi regalia blamed on lack of historical understanding, rather than political learning. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UiPTXJ

Kashmir's 'half-widows' launch calendar to remember disappeared

At least 8,000 people have gone missing since 1989 according to human rights groups, leaving relatives in no-man's land. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DDOANt

Erdogan and Assad: A former friendship damaged beyond repair?

Relations between Syria and Turkey may depend on the outcome of Syrian presidential elections in two years, experts say. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Rjvdgb

Demolition highway: Israel plans to force Bedouin from homes

'Developing' the Negev has entailed repeated efforts to displace Bedouin Palestinians from 'unrecognised' villages. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UnVsEn

Venezuela suspends expulsion of US diplomats

Order to expel diplomats suspended for 30 days, as Washington calls on countries to 'pick a side'. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FV9JVZ

Why Saudi Arabia hates Muslim women in the US Congress

It is no surprise the Saudi propaganda machine has come after US House Representatives Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G20eDn

Why being a journalist in Egypt gets more difficult by the day

Examining President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi's government crackdown on the news media, eight years after the Arab Spring. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2TfGpMD

Bombs target church on Philippines' Jolo island

Two bombs have exploded outside a Roman Catholic Cathedral on the southern island of Jolo killing at least 19 people. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G0Fo7u

Philippines: At least 15 dead in 2 Jolo cathedral bombings

Two bombs have exploded outside a Roman Catholic Cathedral on a southern island killing at least 15 people. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2sLKWLf

UN unearths 50 mass graves in Democratic Republic of Congo

Authorities set to examine graves in western Mai-Ndombe province where hundreds could have been killed. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Rh20Tg

Did Donald Trump cave in to the Democrats on border security?

The US president denies giving in as he temporarily ends the longest government shutdown in US history. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2TnEW6U

Palestinian man shot dead during settler violence in West Bank

A 38-year-old man, shot in the back during a confrontation with Israeli soldiers and settlers, succumbed to his wounds. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2B7tUvM

'Significant progress' made in US-Taliban talks in Qatar

US envoy for peace in Afghanistan and Taliban officials say talks were productive but reject reports a deal was signed. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2TbpRp7

Damascus condemns Turkish presence in north as breach of deal

Damascus says Turkey's presence in Syria breaches 1998 Adana deal, but Ankara insists deal gives it right to intervene. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RQp1la

Brexit: All the latest updates

With just 62 days until Brexit, Prime Minister Theresa May is attempting to get her deal approved by MPs. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2AWAYex

Jamal Khashoggi case: All the latest updates

Here are the latest developments related to the Saudi journalist's murder inside the kingdom's consulate in Istanbul. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2LG4F7N

Australia Day: Invasion Day protests in Melbourne

To many Aboriginal people the day signifies the beginning of genocide and systemic oppression. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G3IAzo

Pompeo calls on countries to 'pick a side' in Venezuela crisis

Russia accuses US of orchestrating a "coup" attempt, as US secretary of state urges support for opposition leader. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Hzgazu

Israeli air raids on Iranian targets in Syria escalate tensions

Iran says entering into a direct war with Israel is a decision for the Syrian government, but experts fear the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2S4jDu1

Turkey resumes flights to Iraq's Sulaimaniyah after 16-month ban

Ankara stopped flights to the Kurdish airport in September 2017 after the Iraqi region held an independence referendum. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2TbhqtX

Mexico stays neutral in Venezuela political crisis

Mexico's president is calling for a peaceful de-escalation, and even offering to host a diplomatic dialogue between the two. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MAyaYU

Malaysia's rising illegal plastic recycling factories

The plastics processing industry in Malaysia is worth an estimated $840m, but not all of the imported plastics can be recycled and will end up in landfills, at huge financial and environmental costs. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2B2d1Cw

Four major questions remain ahead of Apple's most critical earnings report in years

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2S3TV8X

Everyone keeps hyping the cameras on Huawei's smartphones, so I tested up one of its top models against the best smartphone camera we've tried so far

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2Hz5roP

Protesters storm Turkish military camp in Iraq's Kurdish region

One person killed and two injured after protesters, angry over recent air strikes, attacked a Turkish base near Mosul. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2CKXkjm

UN warns Bangladesh Rohingya long-term stay likely

Bangladesh struggles to accommodate over 700,000 Rohingya refugees fleeing violence that began in Myanmar in 2017. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RPZ05f

Sony is making the same mistake that hobbled Microsoft and almost killed the Xbox

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2COZUog

Children in Zimbabwe assaulted amid fuel price protests

The army denies that soldiers attacked children amid protests against increasing fuel prices last week. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HAydFm

Meet the 8 chief financial officers leading 2019's tech unicorn IPO spree

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2TbgPbO

Qatar begins distributing cash to Gaza residents

Thousands in impoverished and besieged territory received payments, which Doha says are aimed at helping the poorest. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2TewdUL

Is the world economy on a slippery slope?

No-shows and gloomy predictions set the tone for this year's World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2BfrkUD

EU nations give Venezuela's Maduro eight-day ultimatum

Spain, France and Germany to recognise Guaido as Venezuela's president unless Maduro calls elections. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Wteo6u

Tunisia calls for Arab League to readmit Syria

The Arab League suspended Syria's membership in November 2011 as the death toll in the country's civil war mounted. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Re4YrC

Plight of refugees highlighted at World Economic Forum

Headlining world leaders may not be in Davos this year, but many of the global elite still are and it is still a place to strike deals - and maybe even create some change. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2WlkoOA

Kenya: Fear of attacks by al-Shabab hits tourism on Lamu Island

Al Jazeera visits Lamu Island to assess the effect on people whose lives depend on tourists. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RhUtTX

Northern Ireland fears Brexit triggering violence

Brexit has opened up a debate over the border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UmhPKn

Naomi Osaka wins Australian Open, world No. 1 ranking

Osaka wins Australian Open for her second consecutive Grand Slam title by beating Kvitova, and is now world No. 1. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DzWqaR

Algeria Islamists name Abderrazak Makri candidate for president

The Movement for the Society of Peace had supported incumbent Abdelaziz Bouteflika until 2012. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UizEJY

Trump slammed by supporters for backing down on shutdown

Conservative pundits lash out at US president after he ends shutdown while failing to secure funding for border wall. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G2oEgf

The airport that welcomes drone flights

The airport that helped a drone fly within its exclusion zone in a world-first technology test. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2G2Nmgc

Qatar's Bassam certain he will get a final chance to shine in UAE

Born in Iraq, Bassam as a young boy moved to Qatar, where he is now one of the stars of the country's successful squad. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Tb1pEl

US federal workers fear government reopening is temporary

After President Trump announced the US government would reopen for three weeks, there was no one celebrating. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DBaQaM

Nigeria opposition party halts campaign over judge's suspension

Main opposition party halts presidential election campaign for 72 hours in protest against suspension of senior judge. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2ROvZHp

Tens of thousands rally against 'Invasion Day' in Australia

Day marking arrival of British forces in 1788 is seen as a celebration of colonialism by indigenous Australians. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2B842zL

Inside the sewing rooms of Alaska's kuspuk designers

In Alaska, generations of women are sewing hooded garments to celebrate their culture and to connect with loved ones. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2TfnQs9

After spring came winter: The fall of the Egyptian media

Eight years since the revolution, the squeeze on Egypt's embattled media is tighter than ever before. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2B6FY03

Spanish boy, 2, found dead in borehole after 13-day search

Two-year-old Julen Rosello's remains were recovered from 70-metre depth, ending a complex search operation near Malaga. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FOetwh

Michael Jackson documentary on child sexual abuse shocks Sundance

Documentary leaves film festival crowd in shock, as Jackson's estate rejects rehashing of 'discredited allegations'. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G38O54

The Palestinian home hemmed in by Israel's separation wall

Hani Amer's family struggles with living in a home surrounded by Israel's separation barrier in occupied West Bank. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MxpuCM

Americans can use some democracy advice from Kenyans

As democracy crumbles in the US, Kenyans can teach Americans a thing or two about political struggle. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2sNeCYg

Some lawmakers are already raising concerns about Facebook's plans to merge its messaging apps

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2RdwTaZ

US intensifies anti-Maduro push as Russia backs Venezuelan ally

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo to urge UN Security Council to recognise Guaido, a proposal already opposed by Russia. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Tfq8Y5

Groups hope renewed focus on Venezuela will bring much-needed aid

Rights groups and Venezuelans on Colombia border say more funding is needed to cope with influx of migrants. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FOAXNU

The Hidden Automation Agenda of the Davos Elite

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By KEVIN ROOSE from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2sNXn9q

YouTube says it will soon recommend fewer conspiracy theory videos on its platform

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2CMVUoa

Migrant shelters overflowing as Tijuana braces for returnees

Trump administration will return asylum seekers to Mexico for the duration of their application process. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FNJjoU

US militia members plead guilty to pipe bomb attack on mosque

In August 2017, the pair say they threw a pipe bomb into the Dar al-Farooq Islamic Center in Illinois. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FXwCXX

EU adds Saudi Arabia to draft terrorism financing list: report

Kingdom was determined to have fallen short in combating money laundering and terror financing, Reuters reports. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Uhywq9

Brazil dam collapse: 200 missing, multiple deaths feared

Scores of people trapped, homes destroyed as tailings dam bursts at iron ore mine in southeastern Minas Gerais state. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2B3aTu8

Airbnb acquires Danish startup used to book meeting spaces for just a couple hours or days

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2TgJagD

Qatar 2022: Blockade 'not hindering' World Cup preparation

Qatar is hoping the Middle East region benefits from the 2022 football World Cup, organising committee head says. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2sO01Md

A high-profile Facebook exec was breaking the social network's rule on using your real name

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2B38Vu6

Nigeria's Buhari suspends chief judge; opposition cries foul

Chief Justice Walter Onnoghen suspended by President Muhammadu Buhari just weeks ahead of election. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HvRHLt

Washington DC think-tank will no longer accept funds from UAE

Center for American Progress says funding 'never impacted any CAP position', adding it's 'just the right thing to do'. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2WjxtYF

Congressional leaders, Trump reach tentative deal to end shutdown

Plan would reopen the gov't for three weeks while politicians and the president continue to debate border wall funding. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RgfY7M

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump agrees to fund the government through February 15; border wall funding still uncertain 01/25/19 11:27 AM

The first major game of 2019 is out now as a demo, but it's off to a rough start

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2HzqaZq

Zimbabwe's violent crackdown continues with reports of rape

Fearful residents locking themselves in at night with at least 12 killed in unrest as sexual assault reports emerge. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G0M59G

Ex-Trump aide Roger Stone: I will plead not guilty to charges

Trump ally was charged with seven criminal counts, including obstruction, witness tampering and making false statements. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2MxcCwy

Vodafone, One of World’s Largest Cell Carriers, Halts Buying of Huawei Gear

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

Qatar to disburse millions in Gaza aid with UN help

Qatari ambassador to Gaza Strip announces UN-backed $20m package as Palestinian shot dead during clashes with Israelis. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RRopM6

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump to make announcement on partial government shutdown from Rose Garden 01/25/19 10:23 AM

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US gov't shutdown: How long? Who is affected? Why did it begin?

The partial gov't shutdown centres on Trump's request for over $5bn in border wall funding, a demand Democrats oppose. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2QwZgAK

Flight delays as US government shutdown impacts airports

As the partial shutdown enters its 35th day, a shortage of air traffic controllers causes some delays on East Coast. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Ueu7Er

FIFA urges Thai PM to free Bahraini footballer Hakeem al-Araibi

FIFA secretary general calls for 'humane outcome' as concern grows over extradition of detained refugee player. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2DB2HmH

US federal workers set to miss second paycheck

US government workers in the US are losing out as the shutdown grinds on, unable to pay their bills. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2UiXp50

I was a PC diehard for most of my life, but I now own Apple products across the board. Here's why I made the change and stuck with it

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2FYRrlH

DR Congo's people hope new leader will make changes

With poverty, corruption and high unemployment, the DRC's new president faces many challenges. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2G4kkwG

Apple is reportedly going to release over-ear headphones this year, and they will probably be a huge hit like AirPods

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2sQayGF

Qatar's Asian Cup dream continues with 1-0 win over South Korea

The Maroons will now play either defending champions Australia or hosts the United Arab Emirates on Tuesday. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2sPz8ra

Mark Zuckerberg is ordering Facebook employees to make big changes to the way the company's most popular apps work, connecting WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2Wm5ebF

The best 4K TVs you can buy

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2CHXoQM

Two Chinese smartphone makers most people in the US have never heard of are innovating faster than any other company - even Apple and Samsung

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2ROCwSf

Philippine voters back Muslim self-rule on Mindanao

New 'Bangsamoro' replaces current autonomous region that struggled to govern due to limited powers, alleged corruption. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RNEVfX

Overshadowed by Brexit, the poor and homeless ignored in Britain

Campaigners want politicians and the media to pay more attention to the plight of the most vulnerable in society. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2CMhUj0

'The regime has to go': Sudan's ex-PM tells Bashir to step down

Sadiq al-Mahdi, who was toppled by Bashir in 1989, throws his support behind protests that erupted five weeks ago. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RNeK9p

UN refuses to take sides in Venezuela crisis

As tensions in Venezuela grow, some analysts say the United Nations should take a stand. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RNB82d

Venezuela's army declares loyalty to Maduro

Local NGOs say 26 people have been killed since the latest wave of protests against Maduro began 4 days ago. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FWrseN

Erdogan: Turkey expects Syria 'safe zone' within months

Erdogan says Turkey will form buffer zone along Syria border on its own if logistical support not given by allies. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FNHSXE

Brexit: All the latest updates

With just 68 days until Brexit, Prime Minister Theresa May is attempting to get her deal approved by MPs. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2AWAYex

Jamal Khashoggi case: All the latest updates

Here are the latest developments related to the Saudi journalist's murder inside the kingdom's consulate in Istanbul. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2LG4F7N

Facebook to integrate WhatsApp, Instagram and Messenger

Facebook plans to integrate its messaging services on Instagram, WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2MwyFn4

Apple is running a global photography contest to find photos for billboards and ads - and now, it will pay the winners

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2HxoAYf

Nintendo's most anticipated game failed to meet company standards, so now they're starting over from scratch

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2S6ey4b

The opening scenes of 'Resident Evil 2' may give you zombie apocalypse nightmares - watch the first 20 minutes of the game, uncut

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2RPnwDJ

Apple's secret car project is much bigger than people think. Of course it had to cut 200 jobs.

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2CMAgRd

YouTube Moves to Make Conspiracy Videos Harder to Find

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By DAISUKE WAKABAYASHI from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2TiAQNK

Zuckerberg Plans to Integrate WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook Messenger

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By MIKE ISAAC from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2RfbtKE

The Week in Tech: Silicon Valley Hobnobs in Davos

By SHEERA FRENKEL from NYT Technology https://nyti.ms/2WlvnY2

Greek parliament approves Macedonia's new name

Amid deep divisions, Greek parliament approves Macedonia name-change deal to end neighbours' protracted dispute. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2B2ntKr

Prosecute Myanmar army chief for Rohingya 'genocide': UN envoy

UN rights envoy Yanghee Lee says holding perpetrators to account for crimes was necessary before refugees could return. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Dz6BfV

Queen urges UK to find common ground as Brexit crisis deepens

Monarch's comments seen as an appeal to overcome divisions over the United Kingdom's exit from the European Union. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RfpNTE

Thousands tell HMRC to delete voice data

The tax authority collected voice data over the phone and originally gave people no way to opt out. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2FXnRNu

Trump campaign associate Roger Stone arrested in Florida

Special Counsel Robert Mueller's office says Stone was arrested by FBI for alleged witness tempering and other crimes. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Htpwg4

Climate change high on agenda at World Economic Forum

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warns world is running out of time to contain climate change. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2S5qJyh

UN names members of international inquiry into Khashoggi murder

UN special rapporteur Agnes Callamard will be accompanied to Turkey by Helena Kennedy and Duarte Nuno Vieira. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HzajtY

Impersonation scam hits top YouTubers

Messages tailored to look like they come from YouTube stars are seeking to trick subscribers. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2DyE2is

Vodafone puts Huawei rollout in core networks on hold

The mobile operator "pauses' deployment of Huawei equipment in its core networks in Europe. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2sJf75R

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Roger Stone indicted on several charges as part of Mueller’s Russia collusion probe 01/25/19 3:31 AM

Cambodia's opposition leaders in exile to return

The opposition was accused of conspiring with foreign countries to overthrow the government and was dissolved by the court. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2HErVVw

Spotify confirms several mysterious, non-existent artists racked up thousands of listens on hijacked playlists

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2WjAiJ3

Unpaid federal workers of US rely on charity to survive

President Trump's Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross, a billionaire, says they should take loans. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RPn2xd

France's yellow vest protests inspire Iraqi protesters

Iraq's city of Basra has faced months of protests against corruption and poor services. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2CLMYiS

The Outline has been dogged by controversy, but founder Josh Topolsky wants to move beyond it with his new tech publication, Input

from Business Insider India http://bit.ly/2HtmQ20

Irish parliament votes in favour of bill to ban settlement goods

Israel accuses Irish parliament of hypocrisy and anti-Semitism after the latter passes bill to outlaw settlement goods. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Ue6WKk

ISIL 'caliphate' in Syria to be defeated within month: SDF chief

Mazloum Kobani, a commander of the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces, says battle against ISIL has reached its end. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2Dy95Lp

Turkey court orders release of hunger striking Kurdish MP

Leyla Guven launched a hunger strike on November 8 in protest of prison conditions for Kurdish leader Abdullah Ocalan. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2FWxCLT

Why Qatar's migrant workers dress up on 'fashion Fridays'

Migrants who work a six-day week spend their day off at Doha's waterfront promenade in their finest clothes. from Al Jazeera English http://bit.ly/2RR7EAH