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Israel frees Khalida Jarrar after 20 months without trial

Lawmaker of the defunct Palestinian parliament was arrested in July 2017 for being a member of a party banned by Israel. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EENrpl

Is Bangladesh a one-party state?

Gowher Rizvi, international affairs adviser to the PM of Bangladesh, discusses the state of the country's democracy. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Vycss9

What's next for US-North Korea ties after Hanoi summit failure?

Analysts say collapse of Trump-Kim summit is a major setback for all sides involved in the nuclear standoff. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EE1PhD

Myanmar government ups ante with military over political role

Popularly elected National League for Democracy launches bid to change constitution and reduce power of armed forces. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T91igE

Social media firms 'must tackle grooming'

Charity demands action after 5,000 online grooming offences were recorded by police in 18 months. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2GSnaX6

Prosecutor in Australia threatens journalists over Pell gag order

State prosecutor has sent letters to more than 100 media organisations and journalists over suppression order breach. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tI7OMb

Bangladesh tells UN cannot take more Myanmar refugees

Foreign minister accuses Myanmar of 'hollow promises' over 700,000 Rohingya living in refugee camps in Bangladesh. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2H9nOPo

Trump ordered aide to give Kushner security clearance: NY Times

Clearance was held up in part over questions about Jared Kushner's foreign and business contacts, news report says. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Ek4qfs

A new 'Fortnite' update just added a bunch of new skins to the game - here are all the outfits you can unlock during Season 8

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Andrew Cuomo and other Democrats are begging Jeff Bezos to reconsider New York for HQ2 after Amazon abruptly announced plans to ditch the city

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US, Russia rival bids for UN action in Venezuela blocked

Both US and Russia fail in rival bids to get the UN Security Council to take action on Venezuela. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NxZxUh

Battlefield Washington: Trump's Russia Connections

Examining alleged Russian interference in the 2016 US election and possible collusion between Moscow and Trump campaign. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IJphhJ

US Senate confirms ex-coal lobbyist to head environment regulator

Andrew Wheeler, who believes climate change isn't a major crisis, will head the Environmental Protection Agency. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Tsflgq

US economic growth slows moderately in fourth quarter

US economy slows less than expected amid solid consumer and business spending. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GQEJqo

Uber and Lyft Said to Offer Drivers a Chance to Participate in I.P.O.s

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YouTube Bans Comments on Videos of Young Children in Bid to Block Predators

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Venezuela military defector: I'll keep fighting for our freedom

Although hundreds have defected, analysts say until there are breaks in upper ranks, there'll be little effect on Maduro from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NAj6ey

The best characters to play in 'Apex Legends,' ranked

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How to tell exactly which iPad model you have

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India bans Jamaat-e-Islami in Kashmir amid conflict with Pakistan

The religious-political group, banned for five years, is accused of supporting armed rebellion in the disputed region. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EC55dh

Cummings suggests House panel could seek interview with Trump Jr

House Oversight Committee chair says there's a 'good chance' the panel may call on those mentioned in Cohen's testimony. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Vp34qt

Rival Libyan leaders agree to hold national election: UN

Unity government leader Fayez al-Sarraj and Khalifa Haftar, who rules eastern Libya, hold talks in Abu Dhabi. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EDE1KV

North Korea disputes Trump's account of summit breakdown

Pyongyang says it seeks partial - not total - sanctions relief, laments US wasted opportunity that 'may not come again'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XuXRiP

Why did the Trump-Kim summit break down?

US president and North Korean leader end discussions in Vietnam without a deal. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SADcGq

Syrian Democratic Forces vow to defeat ISIL in Syria in a week

Syrian Kurdish-led forces will announce "a complete victory" over ISIL within a week, says SDF's commander-in-chief. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ThJwXR

Algeria: Thousands expected to take part in anti-Bouteflika march

African country rocked by an unprecedented wave of protests over Bouteflika's candidacy for a fifth term in office. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BXDDVX

Lyft and Uber will let some drivers get stock at the IPO price

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Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Free agent Bryce Harper reportedly agrees to 13-year, $330M deal with Philadelphia Phillies 02/28/19 12:07 PM

Deaths reported after bomb and gun attack in Mogadishu: police

Police says the explosion took place in a business centre full of hotels, fairs, shops and restaurants. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NxCPvg

How to tell if your iPhone is waterproof or water-resistant, and to what extent

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House passes first major gun control bills in US in years

The bills, which are aimed at toughening background checks, face uphill battle in Republican-controlled Senate. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GRsWYK

Trump 'impressed' Cohen told Congress there was 'no collision'

US president derides explosive hearing as 'fake', but says his ex-lawyer, Michael Cohen, told truth on 'no collusion'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NAqiqQ

YouTube bans comments on videos of children

The streaming platform is disabling comments on videos of children after paedophiles left predatory comments. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2tJG21Q

India's economy slows ahead of national election

GDP growth in Asia's third-largest economy down to 6.6 percent in the third quarter as Narendra Modi seeks re-election. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NAoFcI

Sanctions, Venezuela, and US intentions

US says it wants to restore democracy, but critics argue Washington is worsening Venezuela's humanitarian crisis. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TgrvsR

Venezuela in crisis: All previous updates

Here are all the developments on the Venezuela crisis from January 22 until February 13. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2H5K4JL

We tried the limited-edition Nokia 9 PureView, the $700 smartphone with 5 cameras

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Fox News Breaking News Alert GOP reps refer ex-Trump attorney Michael Cohen to DOJ for alleged perjury during hearing 02/28/19 9:56 AM

Nokia's futuristic new smartphone with 5 rear cameras is launching soon in the US

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Samsung's Galaxy S10 Plus has a total of 5 cameras. Here are photos taken with each lens to show you what they do

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Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert North Korea insists they made 'realistic proposal' about lifting sanctions after Trump-Kim summit collapses 02/28/19 9:34 AM

Canadian opposition leader calls on Trudeau to resign

PM's government has been rocked by allegation that undue pressure was put on the country's former attorney general. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GOAc7X

How to block a phone number on your iPhone

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Israel's Netanyahu to be indicted for 'bribery, fraud'

The Israeli attorney general's office reportedly intends to indict Benjamin Netanyahu in three corruption cases. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ThiTSV

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Luke Perry hospitalized, rep says, following report actor suffered stroke 02/28/19 8:23 AM

Facebook and Telegram Are Hoping to Succeed Where Bitcoin Failed

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Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to be indicted on bribery, fraud and breach of trust, pending hearing 02/28/19 8:11 AM

The $2,000 Galaxy Fold from Samsung is a massive risk for anyone who buys it

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Ferrari's newest supercar comes with a throwback feature that evokes one of the company's most iconic models

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Will Sudan's protesters agree to negotiate with Omar al-Bashir?

Sudan's president insists he wants to speak with the country's youth who have been protesting against his 30-year reign for the past three months. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SxMR0r

Venezuelans cross into Colombia despite border closure

Desperate Venezuelans are circumventing the official entry points to flee from their country's economic and political crises. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Xsx6vg

How to change your Apple ID on an iPhone

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Thousands of northern California residents ordered to evacuate

Pacific storm brings more rain and snow to the already saturated US west coast. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EErPK0

Electoral commission: Senegal's Macky Sall wins second term

The 57-year-old incumbent received 58.27 percent of Sunday's vote, which observers say had no major irregularities. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2UagNkM

Kashmir: Uneasy calm by day, 'sheer terror' at night

Women have left a village on the Pakistani side of the Line of Control, while the men stay back to safeguard property and 'show solidarity'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BUvrWk

Trump, Kim leave Vietnam summit without agreement

Trump said two sides could not reach an agreement over sanctions, lower-level negotiations to continue. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2UagK8A

'Useless slimming pills face fake Amazon reviews' fine

A company that sold "ineffective" fat-fighting herbal supplements is facing a $12.8m (£9.6m) fine. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2IIAxL1

Blackface, white mask: Racism as psychosis

What the blackface scandals in the US tell us about the state of white supremacy. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Ha7Cx5

Google must provide details on Nest microphone error

Three US senators write to Google, asking questions about the hidden microphone in Nest devices. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2BUG7o0

Nicaragua resumes talks over political crisis after long delay

Negotiations between the government and the opposition stalled last year over a violent crackdown on protests demanding the resignation of President Daniel Ortega. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Uf2c7K

India's Modi criticised for politicising Pakistan standoff

India Prime Minister and his cabinet colleagues attend public events and election rallies amid tensions with arch-foe. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BXJKcJ

India's forest dwellers plan protests against mass eviction

Indigenous groups plan protests against Supreme Court verdict to evict over 1 million tribal people from forestlands. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2UdTzu2

What we know about North Korea's nuclear arsenal

North Korea has long maintained that its nuclear arsenal is necessary to deter an invasion by the US troops. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TrbkZE

How Americans reacted to Michael Cohen's testimony

The US productivity plunged as Americans watched former Trump aide's congressional hearing. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IGZCWQ

Huawei said it built a folding phone similar to Samsung's Galaxy Fold - but killed it because it was so bad

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UN: Possible Israel crimes against humanity in Gaza

UN inquiry finds 'reasonable grounds to believe' snipers shot at children, other civilians during 2018 Gaza protests. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2U9ZhNy

Brexit deal: UK withdrawal could be delayed

More parliamentary debate and more uncertainty with Brexit now barely a month away. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BUiw6M

Facebook and Google will be punished with giant fines in the UK if they fail to rid their platforms of toxic content

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Apple cofounder Steve Wozniak: Jack Dorsey is doing a better job of fighting tech scandals than Mark Zuckerberg

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Captured Indian pilot to be released: Pakistan PM Imran Khan

India has called for the immediate return of the pilot after video of the man was shared by Pakistani military. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2H9TbJp

Imran Khan ready to talk peace with India's Modi: Pakistan FM

Pakistan also prepared to return captured Indian pilot if it ease tensions, foreign minister says, after downing jets. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tGX7cE

Broadband speed must be revealed to customers

Regulator Ofcom says providers must offer "clear, honest" information to consumers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Nywhwx

Pakistan offers to release pilot if India ready for de-escalation

Pakistani foreign minister calls for dialogue to de-escalate tension along the border in the disputed Kashmir region. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TlrdRu

Everything you need to know about 'Pokemon Sword' and 'Pokemon Shield,' the newest additions to the main Pokemon series on the Nintendo Switch

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Criminalising anti-Zionism in France

If France indeed has high standards of freedom of expression, it should not be criminalising a political opinion. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IDvvPR

Egypt is a speeding train about to crash

The latest train tragedy is just another sign that Egypt is heading towards a major disaster. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Tmqpf4

Apple's cofounder is worried the iPhone maker has fallen behind on folding phones

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Momo challenge: The anatomy of a hoax

The ghoulish meme known as "momo" is a hoax, fact-checkers and charities say. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Vp16q3

India-Pakistan crisis: What we know so far

A look at the events, reactions and expectations as nuclear-armed South Asian neighbours come to the brink of war. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BWLu65

Bank customers hit by dozens of IT shutdowns

Customers suffer during regular operational and security incidents, BBC analysis of new data reveals. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2EBNpib

President Buhari's win challenged by Nigeria's opposition

Buhari might have won by a wide margin, but main opposition leader says 'flawed polls' will be contested in court. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EC5j4i

Saudi sisters fear deportation from Hong Kong as deadline looms

The sisters, who are in hiding since September, fear deportation to Saudi Arabia as February 28 deadline looms. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GRQvkc

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump says he wasn't prepared to lift US sanctions on North Korea 02/28/19 12:36 AM

Families of defected Venezuelan soldiers speak out about torture

Families of Venezuelan soldiers imprisoned for opposing the regime speak of their treatment by law enforcement officers. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2H7sIw0

In a summit first, Kim responds to foreign journalists' questions

North Korean leader takes on questions from foreign reporters during his summit with US President Donald Trump in Hanoi. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EAInCj

How EU-reliant small British businesses are preparing for Brexit

While large companies can afford to plan and pivot, small businesses can only wait and hope for the best-case scenario. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2VoJZEQ

Egypt train crash: Investigators say driver to blame

Dozens dead after high-speed train crashes in Cairo, sparking criticism of neglected railway infrastructure. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EnUwtk

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert No agreement after second nuclear summit 02/27/19 11:12 PM

Trump's Middle East strategy is bound to fail

Making Palestinians pay for an Arab-Israeli alliance against Iran spells disaster for the US and its Arab allies. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BVIC9B

Huawei’s Cutest Fans in China? A Troupe of Dancing Children

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British government to ask EU to 'ringfence' citizens' rights

In flurry of Brexit amendments, government concedes on citizen rights and dangles vote on Article 50 extension. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EkYRNw

Trump and Kim in quotes: From bitter rivalry to unlikely bromance

As Trump and Kim hold their second summit in Vietnam's Hanoi, a round-up of what they said about each other since 2017. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TnErx5

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump sits down with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Vietnam 02/27/19 5:59 PM

An anti-Facebook right-wing 'stunt' has shed light on its tactics for tackling targeted harassment

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Nigeria's 2019 election 'last grasp of the old order': Moghalu

Al Jazeera speaks to opposition politician Kingsley Moghalu about the credibility of Nigeria's just-concluded polls. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2H3uUEQ

State Department rejects more than 37,000 visas due to travel ban

New data is first comprehensive look at the human impact of Trump's travel ban from several Muslim-majority countries. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NvNdng

From DNC emails to hush money payments: What did Cohen say?

Ex-Trump lawyer Michael Cohen delivers 'explosive' testimony before House Committee on Oversight and Reform. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EfCQzQ

MWC 2019: Huawei Politics, Robots and Speedy 5G

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F.T.C. Hits Musical.ly With Record Fine for Child Privacy Violation

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Motorola has confirmed that it's working on a foldable smartphone, which could be the 2019 makeover of everyone's favorite flip phone

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US trade chief sees long-term China challenges

US Trade Representative says a US-China trade agreement is still far from completion. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GQ7Pq6

How to rotate a saved video on your iPhone with a simple edit

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Apple Music is coming to Google Home speakers after all, and the surprise was blown because of a bug in the rollout

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At Indian air raid site, no casualties and a mysterious madrassa

Indian strikes inside Pakistani territory appear to have struck a mostly uninhabited forest and a farmer̢۪s wheat field. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T3vZUy

Killing Whales

People and Power investigates a fierce personal battle that's raging over the future of whaling in Icelandic waters. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2VqHjqs

Iran power struggle continues as Zarif keeps top diplomatic post

Foreign minister Zarif's attempt to resign sheds light on the division between hardliners and moderate forces in Iran. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EAgGJP

Nicaragua frees prisoners ahead of talks with opposition: CPDH

Rights group announces release ahead of long-awaited peace talks between opposition and as President Daniel Ortega. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2VqsPH8

Tesla may unveil the Model Y this year - here's everything we know about the vehicle so far

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Esports revenue is expected to top $1 billion worldwide for the first time during 2019

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Dear Elon Tusk, it's time to delete your Twitter

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Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus Review: A $1,000 Smartphone With Compromises

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Can the Kashmir conflict ever be resolved?

Fears grow of a war between India and Pakistan over the disputed region. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2H4qIVr

Kushner meets Saudi's MBS for first time since Khashoggi murder

The meeting focused on "increasing cooperation" between Washington and Riyadh as well as the Middle East peace process. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tE3TQq

Maduro, Trump should meet to 'find common ground': Venezuela FM

Jorge Arreaza says the government of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro is 'calling for dialogue'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tGFoCo

Venezuela in crisis: All the latest updates

Venezuela engulfed in a major crisis amid the escalating international battle over Nicolas Maduro's presidency. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SNMNyz

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Cohen says he has never been to Prague, refuting key Russia collusion claim of Steele dossier 02/27/19 10:49 AM

'Homeless in our homes': LoC villagers on India, Pakistan tension

As conflict between the two nations dramatically escalates, villages along the Line of Control fear for their lives. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2H5q1v1

Limiting Your Digital Footprints in a Surveillance State

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Pokemon: Nintendo announces two new games, Sword and Shield, for the Switch

This is the first 'real' Pokemon game to appear on consoles, following successful titles on handheld and mobile. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Sva4jZ

Decathlon cancels plans to sell sport hijab in France

'Unprecedented wave of insults and threats' forces French retailer to stop introduction of runner's hijab in France. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IES9r6

Sudan's al-Bashir cracks down on protests

President Omar al-Bashir outlaws any protest without a permit amid other measures intended to stifle ongoing anti-government protests in Sudan. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BVSGzk

Qatar's orchestra marks 10th anniversary

The Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra holds a concert to celebrate its decennial anniversary. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2UgXWVv

Do we want our phone buttons back?

Three devices at MWC are bringing back physical keyboards in preference to touch screens. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Ny5u3g

India-Pakistan crisis disrupts international flights

All international commercial flights to Pakistan are suspended with some airlines forced to reroute transit flights. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Tfg4Sj

The Kashmir conflict, explained

India and Pakistan have fought two wars over the disputed Himalayan region which is the focus of the current crisis. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IGiWUf

Here are the starter Pokemon in Nintendo's huge new games coming to the Switch

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The best computer speakers you can buy

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Ex-Taliban official: 'No Afghan peace deal if air raids continue'

Syed Mohammad Akbar Agha accuses President Ghani's government of 'sabotaging' talks with strikes that kill civilians. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ED6Hnr

We compared the Samsung Galaxy Fold with the Huawei Mate X - and the winner was clear

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Everything we know about the next Nintendo Switch, which may arrive as soon as this year

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Here's why Apple's "1984" ad ran before the Super Bowl in the middle of the night in Idaho

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Elon Musk's erratic Twitter behavior escalated on Wednesday when he changed his name to 'Elon Tusk'

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Michael Cohen testimony: Live updates

All the latest updates as Trump's former lawyer testifies before the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SsyZV3

The Galaxy S10 is Samsung's best smartphone yet, but you don't need to prematurely ditch your old Samsung phone

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Nintendo just announced 2 brand-new Pokemon games coming to the Nintendo Switch later this year

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India-Pakistan: Face to Face

India and Pakistan, arch rivals and nuclear neighbours with a history of wars and conflict, are engaged in an arms race. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2U5DRBc

Imran Khan calls for talks, urges India to avoid 'miscalculation'

Pakistani prime minister calls for de-escalation amid claims by the nuclear powers they shot down each other's planes. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NwxxjP

South Koreans demand answers for abductions during Korean War

Relatives of South Koreans taken by the North in the 1950s remains a key issue in peace efforts with Pyongyang. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GQnC80

PM Imran Khan calls for talks with India after jets downed

Pakistan says it has downed two Indian and India, in turn, claims to have shot down one Pakistani aircraft. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NtUgNe

Trump meets Kim in Vietnam for second nuclear summit

Trump predicts a 'very successful' summit and Kim says is 'certain' of an outcome as the leaders meet in Hanoi. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GNpZsj

TikTok was bigger than Instagram last year after passing the 1 billion download mark

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Thousands of migrant children allege abuse by US border officials

Alleged victims of mistreatment in the custody of authorities have been the focus of congressional hearing. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T1eZOC

US: Pharmaceutical heads urged by congress to curb drug prices

The heads of seven top companies have given evidence before a Senate finance committee on the rising cost of medicines. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EhP4YG

Millions of Yemenis spend hours to find clean drinking water

UN says the number of people in the country who need humanitarian aid rose from two million to 24 million last year. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T0hmBj

OneWeb satellite internet mega-constellation set to fly

A London-based start-up's multi-billion-pound plan would make the web available everywhere on Earth. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Uawqso

Iris-scanning phone pitched at refugees

UK firm IrisGuard hopes to help refugees access banking and services with its device. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Vto2Vr

#SayNoToWar: Calls for peace amid India-Pakistan tensions

Activists, celebrities urge both governments to avoid military confrontation as tensions rise near disputed region. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GNvGGI

Exclusive: Amid unrest in Ferguson, police used text burner app

In 2014, US law enforcement officers began using secret messaging app 'Silent Phone' which destroys text messages. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NAtYJu

Energizer 'thick boi' phone gives 50 days of battery life

Could chunky smartphones be the future for our pocket tech? This huge new handset has tech experts talking. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2EACg0M

Is war coming to South Asia?

The confrontation between India and Pakistan could escalate further but war is not in anyone's interest. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NyEDUJ

Why did Iran's Foreign Minister Zarif resign?

And what happens next? from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GNnFla

Syrian forces intensify offensive against rebel forces in Idlib

At least five people killed by Syrian government air raids in Khan Sheikhoun, a town in rebel-controlled Idlib. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2U5M6xb

Peru: Deadly floods and landslides hit Huancavelica

El Nino blamed for extreme amounts of rain across the country. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BVm34O

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert President Trump and Kim Jong Un shake hands to kick off Hanoi summit 02/27/19 3:36 AM

Nepal Tourism Minister Adhikari among 7 dead in helicopter crash

Rabindra Adhikari killed in crash in eastern hilly region after returning from pilgrimage site, officials say. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NvzsoI

Palestinian governor of Jerusalem arrested by Israeli forces

Adnan Gaith was among several other Fatah members in occupied East Jerusalem arrested in overnight raids. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GKmwL2

The Archbishop and the PLO

The story of Hilarion Capucci, the freedom-fighting Archbishop in Jerusalem who stood up for the Palestinian cause. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Ti4FRt

IBM apologizes after its online jobs page asked applicants if they were 'yellow' or 'mulatto'

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Russia, Syria, tell US forces to leave Syria

Russia and Syria call on the US to quit the war-torn country and to allow for the evacuation of refugees in Rukban. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T7pVdt

Peter Thiel's investment firm is reportedly delivering huge returns to investors

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Egypt: Deaths and injuries in fire at Cairo's main train station

Egyptian official says death toll is expected to rise following the blaze at the main station of the Egyptian capital. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GMUTB5

Bethnal Green: Unease and fear in Shamima Begum's London district

Begum was raised in a neighbourhood with a history of migration and activism. Now residents feel under intense scrutiny. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NDk89P

Momo challenge: Police advise over 'freaky game'

The "game" on WhatsApp has been accused of encouraging children to self-harm. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Xqd7gL

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India-Pakistan tensions: All the latest updates

Tensions escalate between two arch-rivals after India bombed targets inside Pakistan following deadly Kashmir attack. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2UamGi1

Michael Cohen to testify Trump knew of Clinton email leak

President's former lawyer plans to say Trump knew about Roger Stone's contact with Wikileaks during 2016 campaign. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BSXe9w

Trump's former lawyer Cohen to give evidence

In highly anticipated move, US president's ex-lawyer will testify before Congress. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2UaUEmk

Pakistan bans Bollywood films amid India tensions

No Indian films to be released in Pakistan, minister says, and authorities asked to block Indian ads after air raids. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BSXcOW

Algeria protests: Students rally against president

Thousands of students join protests in Algeria at the President's decision to seek a fifth term. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2H4TLIj

Refugees, including children, leave Nauru for the US

The departures mean no more children left on the remote island where Australia sent asylum seekers who arrived by boat. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tEazOm

Pakistan shoots down two Indian fighter jets: Foreign ministry

Pakistani military spokesperson says they shot down two Indian aircraft inside its airspace and captured one pilot. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IC6Qvf

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Q&A: The other 'Donald' making waves in Hanoi

Al Jazeera meets Donald Trump impersonator in Hanoi before the second US-North Korea summit in Vietnam's capital. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Vo2xFk

Spotify launches in India to tap growing digital market

The Swedish firm faces competition from several local rivals in the fast-growing digital market. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Vo1HIG

Amnesty criticises rights crackdowns in Saudi Arabia, Iran, Egypt

Amnesty International releases report on MENA human rights, saying there is too much complacency and offending regimes to think they will never face justice. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EjzkEN

Vietnam's economy races ahead. But can it keep the wheels on?

The US-China trade dispute has given Vietnam growth opportunities but it still has to overcome key challenges. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BVVV9N

Buhari reelected as Nigeria's president: electoral commission

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US urges India, Pakistan to 'avoid escalation at any cost'

Mike Pompeo speaks separately with foreign ministers of India and Pakistan, urges them to 'exercise restraint'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2U7tgFS

Ex-Afghan security boss Hanif Atmar calls for all-inclusive peace

In an interview with Al Jazeera, powerful former security chief discusses his electoral bid and peace with the Taliban. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Ed9qSW

Dozens feared buried after landslide at Indonesia gold mine

One person dead and 13 rescued as authorities hunt for survivors after collapse of unlicensed mine in Sulawesi province. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T89G00

Cubans approve a new Constitution: What does the vote mean?

Although Cubans voted overwhelming to approve the Constitution, Sunday's vote saw a growing portion express dissent. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tJ7blj

HP computer stranded in space

A pair of "off-the-shelf" servers sent up to the International Space Station in an experiment still have not returned to Earth. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2T23ZjT

Why is tech show full of men?

Women make up less than a quarter of delegates at the annual technology fair in Barcelona. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2IFrZEG

Indigenous Xinka march over contested Guatemalan mine

The Xinka say Pan American Silver, a mining company based in Canada, isn't compliant with a Constitutional Court ruling. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TjqNuX

US Democrats introduce bill targeting voter suppression

The Voting Rights Advancement Act would help defend black and minority groups against voter suppression, Democrats say. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GMmCSw

US senators want report on Khashoggi killing from intel community

Democrats introduce bill demanding the National Intelligence Director submit a public report on the writer's murder. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NvXwI6

US House votes to block Trump's border emergency declaration

If the bill is approved by the Republican-controlled Senate, US President Donald Trump says he will veto the measure. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GO5YCa

Facebook's new privacy tool is a gamble that could backfire on its ad business

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The tech industry is begging the Supreme Court to overturn Oracle's lawsuit against Google

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Smartphones are getting weird again, and it could be a sign that the industry is on the brink of another huge change

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How to factory reset your iPad

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#OscarsSoRed: Who is giving blood money to Hollywood?

Hollywood has no qualms about accepting investment from prominent human rights abusers. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BV7SN7

This phone's battery is so big, you can talk on the phone for 3 days straight on a single charge

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'India playing with fire': Pakistan-administered Kashmir leader

Sardar Masood Khan discusses the Pulwama suicide attack, the need for peace and possible solutions to Kashmir conflict. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NtB0j6

Indian shelling kills civilians in Pakistan-administered Kashmir

At least four killed in firing along the India-Pakistan border as tensions surge between the nuclear-armed neighbours. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2U8JG0H

Vietnam: Trump, Kim arrive in Hanoi for second summit

US wants Pyongyang to maintain its pause of weapons testing while North Korea seeks easing of sanctions. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BQBECA

Nigeria's Buhari ahead in presidential race

As results continue to be counted, incumbent Muhammadu Buhari has strong lead over his main rival Atiku Abubakar. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IG7gAH

Algeria's Bouteflika: 'Above the law and above the state'

Opposition leader Soufiane Djilali discusses ongoing protests in Algeria and president's decision to seek re-election. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Eg81es

Sanctions, Venezuela, and US intentions

US says it wants to restore democracy, but critics argue Washington is worsening Venezuela's humanitarian crisis. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TgrvsR

UN raises $2.6bn in donations for Yemen humanitarian aid

The UN chief refrained from criticising main donors, Saudi Arabia and UAE, who are parties in Yemen's devastating war. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2INarXA

Huawei under scrutiny over links to China government

Clouds are gathering around the Chinese telecom company, with the US pressuring European countries to ban Huawei's 5G infrastructure. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IFZuqv

Pullout and guarantees dominate talks with US: Taliban spokesman

Two of the primary issues on the table in the Doha talks to find a solution to the conflict, Suhail Shaheen says. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2VjHm7f

How to tell if your Google Pixel phone is waterproof or water-resistant, and to what extent

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US disrupted Russian trolls on day of November election: report

Washington Post reports US military disrupted online access of Russian troll farm accused of trying to influence voters. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NyMSAw

The Senate Commerce Committee is demanding answers from Google CEO Sundar Pichai over the company's failure to disclose a microphone inside Nest home security devices

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Brexit: Theresa May's U-turn as British MPs are given a choice

May promises parliamentarians will have the last word on whether the UK exits the European Union without a deal. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ExL086

U.A.E. to Use Equipment From Huawei Despite American Pressure

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It looks like Apple Music users will soon be able to use Google's smart speakers to play their music

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Elon Musk could face everything from a fine to a suspension for his latest fight with one of his biggest enemies

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Samsung says you won't be able to walk into any store and try its new $2,000 foldable phone

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Iran: Rouhani rejects top diplomat Zarif's resignation

Iranian president's rejection of Foreign Minister Javad Zarif's resignation could end to concerns and speculation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NtoSyn

Pakistan says 'will respond' to Indian air raids on its territory

India claims to have destroyed a 'Jaish-e-Mohammed camp' while Pakistan says munitions struck uninhabited countryside. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XpJbla

12 epic sites to visit if you were a tourist on Mars, where canyons are deeper than the Grand Canyon

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Kushner says US Middle East peace plan addresses borders

White House advisor says the 'detailed' plan is about 'establishing borders and resolving final-status issues'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2U58fLT

Ad-free social network Vero to charge subscription fees

Vero has built a community of nearly five million members, it says, but will now start charging. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2VfyNKO

Self-harm clips hidden in kids' cartoons

YouTube is failing to deal with dangerous content on its kids' channel, says charity. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2U8e8rN

Securing your 'Fortnite' account will net you free rewards - here's what you get for turning on two-factor authentication

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US officials called Huawei 'duplicitous and deceitful' just as the Chinese firm is making its big 5G pitch

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Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib show Muslim women don't need saving

The two US congresswomen are shattering all kinds of damaging stereotypes about Muslim women. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BWmGLw

Record warmth in the UK, Belgium and the Netherlands

Climate change means more extremes – winter warmth in Europe/severe cold in North America. Two sides of the same coin. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TdesbJ

France criticised for its handling of 'yellow vest' crisis

Council of Europe's human rights commissioner urges Macron government to respect the right to freedom of assembly. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ID0fRe

The new Galaxy S10e is what Apple's iPhone XR should have been all along

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Fox News Breaking News Alert President Trump lands in Vietnam for 2nd summit with Kim Jong Un 02/26/19 6:05 AM

Facebook has banned prominent far-right activist Tommy Robinson for spreading Islamophobia

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Jeff Bezos thinks there's not enough humans in the world for all the potential jobs, according to tech investor Sam Altman

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Ukraine begins Poroshenko impeachment process

Ukrainian president is accused of having knowledge of a criminal money laundering scheme involving the armed forces. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GZL6ae

Amnesty report on Middle East rights highlights Khashoggi case

An Amnesty report looking at the state of human rights in the Middle East says the lack of international justice only emboldens authorities to crack down on their citizens and freedom of speech. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tAoSDQ

Facebook bans Tommy Robinson's page

The former English Defence League leader is deemed to have broken rules around hate speech. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2SorAGt

Scooter fault leaves Lime riders injured

The bug can mean riders are flung from the scooters while travelling at high speed, Lime warned. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2H0Bax6

I tried the futuristic new LG phone that unlocks by scanning the veins in your palms. Here's what it's like in person

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The 5 biggest issues with 'Anthem,' the huge new game from EA's legendary BioWare studio

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Celebrations as India carries out attack inside Pakistan

People across India come out on the streets as they celebrate India's revenge attack to suicide bombing in Kashmir. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EbrDjL

Now Labour backs a second Brexit referendum, will it happen?

With weeks to go until the Brexit deadline, Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said he would support a new vote. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T9XLxV

Israel ex-minister sentenced to 11 years for spying for Iran

Gonen Segev, who was convicted in January, sentenced to 11 years in prison for spying for regional rival Iran. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IDSFpD

Venezuela crisis: Dozens hurt in violence near border

Al Jazeera gains exclusive access to a hospital in Brazil where Venezuelans injured in the latest protests tell their story. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NtqrfS

Israeli minister tours Al-Aqsa days after Palestinian arrests

Accompanied by Jewish settlers and Israeli police, Israel's agriculture minister tours Al-Aqsa compound amid tensions. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EcXSz5

'How embarrassing': Elon Musk fired back at the SEC in latest fight over Tesla production numbers

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Huawei just massively dunked on the US and said it has 'no evidence, nothing' of Chinese spying

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Goldman Sachs is right: Samsung's folding phone may be a genuine threat to Apple's iPhone

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No-deal Brexit may hit UK health service, report cautions

A warning that healthcare services across the UK may suffer if Britain leaves the EU without a Brexit deal. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Nwke2B

Trump-Kim summit: Hanoi buzzing with T-shirts, flags and haircuts

Clever Hanoi entrepreneurs are cashing on second summit between N Korea and United States, held on February 27-28. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GMKANj

Trump wants US troops in Iraq to 'keep an eye' on Iran

A political storm brewing in Iraq after Donald Trump said he wants to keep troops there, to 'keep an eye' on Iran. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Sq61W4

Timeline: India-Pakistan relations

A timeline of the rocky relationship between the two nuclear-armed South Asian neighbours. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SrIi7R

India vs Pakistan: Military strength and arsenal

A comparative look at the military budget, nuclear capabilities, army, air force and navy of the South Asian rivals. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XpnzoM

10 things in tech you need to know today

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Voters await official result in Senegal presidential election

Vote counting under way as Senegal's prime minister suggests Macky win amid accusations of biased process. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EaZJV3

Afghanistan's persecuted Hazaras have little hope in peace talks

Comprising 15 percent of the population, the mostly Shia Muslim ethnic minority has long suffered targeted killings. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ILOYOK

Democrats challenge Trump's state of emergency move over wall

Democrats hit back at US president's state of emergency declaration over the building of border wall with Mexico. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Tg43Md

The Dark Side of the Kremlin: Hacked Russian documents explained

'Hacktivists' have targeted Russia, leaking tens of thousands of emails and documents. Here's what you need to know. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tDHzX2

Zarif's sudden offer to resign rattles Iran, Rouhani yet to reply

Rouhani has not yet accepted his foreign minister's resignation, but the move could undermine the fragile nuclear deal. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ICAK2y

Top aide to pope convicted of child sex crimes in Australia

Cardinal George Pell found guilty in December of abusing two choirboys in 1996. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Sr8MWT

Tesla's Elon Musk may be in contempt over tweet

The US financial regulator asks a judge to sanction the Tesla boss for breaking a deal over tweeting. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2BUvql6

Drug offence executions more than halve in 2018 after Iran reform

Report warns populist governments use of advocating death penalty could undermine global progress towards abolition. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IF7BUi

Pakistan army says Indian jets violate airspace, release payload

Pakistani military says no casualties or damage caused by the raids, which India claims targeted 'terror camps'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GZ5EQa

Trump-Kim summit 2.0: What you need to know

The US president and the North Korean leader are set to hold-high stakes talks in Vietnam's Hanoi this week. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IEvN9h

Thoma Bravo wants Apttus to move on, but legal accusations and employee discontent continue with focus on a contentious executive

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Univision anchor Jorge Ramos, team detained in Venezuela, network says 02/25/19 5:13 PM

Cubans approve new constitution affirming role of socialism

Nearly 87 percent of Cuban voters approved new constitution, which updates some financial, electoral and criminal laws. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2U6K3cg

SEC says Elon Musk violated his settlement with the agency and asks a judge to hold him in contempt of court

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Guatemala war survivors demand justice, not amnesty for military

Survivors and families of those killed during country's internal conflict march to reject proposed amnesty bill. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T0zrz9

What's going on with Jeff Bezos and Amazon

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How to close apps on your iPad, and other troubleshooting tips

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Google's new messaging app now has a feature that can tell what you're texting about and automatically suggest helpful information - but Google says it's not reading your texts to do it

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US ramps up pressure on Venezuela's Maduro with sanctions

US announces sanctions against four state governors, asks Latin American countries to increase pressure on Maduro. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EvvhGp

Is peace finally possible in Afghanistan?

Afghan Taliban's co-founder holds talks with the US in an attempt to bring an end to more than 17 years of war. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NsAOAG

Algeria PM Ouyahia: Let voters decide on Bouteflika

Prime Minister Ahmed Ouyahia says it is up to voters to decide who is fit to assume the presidency. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GOf6Xg

Iran's Foreign Minister Zarif resigns

Javad Zarif, a key player in the Iranian government for years, announced he's stepping down as foreign minister. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Nryda2

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump says US citizen who was held hostage in Yemen for 18 months has been freed 02/25/19 12:09 PM

Syria's Assad visits Iran in rare trip abroad

Assad meets Iran's Khamenei and Rouhani on his first trip to any country but Russia since Syrian civil war began. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NrGieL

Sudan's Bashir bans protests, regulates foreign currency trade

In a series of emergency decrees, embattled president also outlaws trading or hoarding subsidised fuel products. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T0yGWA

Amazon makes it easy to buy the wrong version of your favorite book - I published my own work of classic literature to see for myself

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Nigeria elections: Main opposition rejects initial vote results

Some civil society activists backed the opposition party's rejection of the initial results and 'collusion' accusations. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tBo811

How to change the activity goals on your Apple Watch

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Samsung and Huawei are both launching foldable smartphones this year - here's how they compare

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UK opposition leader Corbyn to back call for second Brexit vote

Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn will push for second Brexit vote, party statement says. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GKDNnt

Afghans follow peace talks with Taliban closely

After 17 years of war, people wonder what is being debated or agreed upon on their behalf. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SqqDgW

Abdel Fattah el-Sisi: Europe cannot 'teach us' about rights

EU leaders avoided publicly criticising Egypt despite an unprecedented crackdown on dissent and spike in executions. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Xntye0

Singer R Kelly pleads not guilty to sexual assault charges

The R&B artist is charged with 10 counts of sexual abuse involving three teenage girls and a woman. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Tbwo6z

I tried Samsung's newest smartphones, the Galaxy S10, S10+, and S10e - and there's a clear winner

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UN court says Britain should 'rapidly' give up Chagos Islands

ICJ opinion calls on the UK to 'complete the decolonisation' of Indian Ocean archipelago claimed by Mauritius. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tCMlEc

Former US security officials to oppose Trump's border emergency

Fifty-eight former US national security officials to say there's 'no factual basis' for Trump's emergency declaration. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Tbcvwt

Iraq says it will prosecute French ISIL fighters

Iraq's president says all ISIL fighters who committed crimes against his country will be put on trial in Iraq. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Nr8v5u

Observers advocate transparency in Nigeria's electoral process

The Independent National Electoral Commission has confirmed incidents of ballot box destruction, voter intimidation and abduction of election officials. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Xo6Dz6

UN's Antonio Guterres: Global arms control system faces collapse

Guterres urges Russia and the US to preserve the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty - a key nuclear accord. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2St4ZbX

UN probe unearths DR Congo massacre

A dispute between local tribes in December last year resulted in at least 535 deaths and hundreds of homes burned down in the remote town of Yumbi. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Sok1j6

Turkey urges China to protect religious freedom in Xinjiang

Chinese authorities must respect human rights of Muslims, including freedom of religion, Turkish FM says. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tA2p9Q

Nigerians siphoning off oil for survival

Unemployment and poverty forcing many to turn to crime and they are tapping into the country's rich resources of oil. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NukKOW

HoloLens 2: Rory goes hands-on

Rory Cellan-Jones learns how to fix an aircraft using the HoloLens 2 headset. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2Vor3q1

Life inside a Kiev Khrushchyovka: Soviet architecture in Ukraine

An insight into one family's everyday life in a Soviet-era housing block in Kiev. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EvvTMi

Venezuela is no Syria and Maduro is no Assad

Maduro's government might be partly to blame for the current crisis, but it is still no dictatorship. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Vkjbp9

Malta damaged by violent winds

Free fish for the brave few as crashing waves cover Malta's coast roads. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GKDRnj

Haftar forces 'killed civilians' in Libya attack

MP says fighters loyal to renegade general killed 19 and set fire to homes in southern city of Murzuq. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EvqAN6

Is it all over for ISIL in Syria?

ISIL's days in Syria appear numbered and its fighters are now on the run. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2VkBOtm

Here's a close-up look at Huawei's $2,600 folding phone, the Mate X

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Samsung gave us the most intimate look yet at its new foldable phone in an eerily silent 4-minute video

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Investment scam targets Instagram users

Victims lost an average of nearly £9,000 after falling for scams appearing on the image-sharing platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2H3hBnJ

Mastercard has announced the launch of a branded sound

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The precious metals inside our smartphones

Zoe Kleinman looks at some of the elements that make our phones work, and the cost to our planet. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2ICupE4

UK to ban Lebanon's Hezbollah, calls it a terror organisation

Britain has said it will add Lebanese group Hezbollah 'in its entirety' to its list of banned terrorist organisations. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IwO6Nt

Pakistan court rejects bail for ex-PM Nawaz Sharif

Islamabad High Court denies bail on medical grounds to former prime minister currently admitted in Lahore hospital. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Th5z0O

How Britain forcefully depopulated a whole archipelago

And managed to cover it up. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IwO2NJ

Apple says it does not want to be an 'elitist' company as iPhone prices continue to rise

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West Bank: Muslims saying access to holy sites restricted

In occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem, many Muslim worshippers find Israeli security presence intimidating. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2U7pIU0

France ISIL fighters: Repatriating fighters and families

France debates whether or not to bring back hundreds of young people who joined ISIL in Syria and Iraq to face justice. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BQdDvy

Amazon mourns 'terrible tragedy' as police video shows trail of wreckage after cargo plane crash

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YouTube takes ads off 'anti-vax' video channels

The World Health Organization said anti-vaccine views were a "top 10 global health threat" in 2019. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2tAFuez

Incumbent Macky Sall wins Senegal presidential elections: PM

According to provincial tally, Sall garnered at least 57 percent of votes, paving the way for his second and final term. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IOC02L

Cuba referendum: Results expected Monday

Ballots are being counted for the draft constitution that many say could open the country's economy up to the world. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2H1n92a

Venezuela-Brazil border violence: Reports of at least 25 killed

Reports of more people killed at Venezuela's border with Brazil as protesters fight in a showdown over aid. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T0ficw

'This Is Lebanon' website shames employers accused of maid abuse

'Pay or become famous', online activists warn employers accused of mistreating domestic workers in Lebanon. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2E9qwBb

'We want war to end': Afghan peace talks set to kick off in Doha

Senior Taliban leader Mullah Baradar arrives in Doha for the fifth round of peace talks with the US to end the conflict. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tyk4yO

A literary festival in Pakistan's Lahore draws thousands

Amid Kashmir tensions, writers from India, Pakistan and around the world discuss politics and art. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2H0aD36

Bangladesh police say suspected plane hijacker carried toy gun

Military commandos shot dead passenger who tried to hijack Dubai-bound flight after threatening to blow up the plane. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2U2DhE9

Oscars 2019: The complete list of winners

'Green Book' wins Best Picture, Alfonso Cuaron nabs Best Director for 'Roma', Rami Malek takes award for Best Actor. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BRp1r7

Rami Malek wins best actor Oscar for 'Bohemian Rhapsody'

The actor of Egyptian decent said his win for the role of late Queen frontman Freddie Mercury was a 'monumental moment'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IAuUPc

Media watchdog rules controversial Williams cartoon 'not racist'

Mark Knight's caricature of tennis star printed in Herald Sun did not breach media standards, Australian watchdog says. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EcnJqG

Venezuela: Pressure mounts on Maduro as US plans 'concrete steps'

Mike Pence to announce 'clear actions' to address Venezuela crisis as Brazil urges allies to join 'liberation effort'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SYcyMB

Afghanistan's only yoga studio: A calm oasis for war-weary women

Fakhria Momtaz, who set up a yoga hub in 2016, explains why women's wellbeing is important in a war-torn nation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EcnImC

Trump-Kim summit in Vietnam: All the latest updates

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Mexico's 'Roma' wins Oscar for best foreign language film

Netflix film nabs awards for Best Director, Foreign Language Film and Cinematography. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tzkRzo

Vietnam summit: What does Kim want?

Kim Jong-un badly needs the sanctions on North Korea relaxed but in exchange he will have to make big concessions. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2H0Edp5

India's media: Drumming the beats of war?

How TV networks and social media apps help spread anti-Pakistan sentiment after an attack kills 40 soldiers in Kashmir. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tDI8QG

Oscars: Green Book wins top award, Alfonso Cuaron best director

Peter Farrelly's civil rights movie wins Oscars gold while Mexican filmmaker Cuaron named best director for Roma. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NthF1p

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Japan's Okinawa votes against controversial US base move

Some 434,000 people reject moving the base, but government in Tokyo says it will not derail relocation plan. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Tleq1D

Trump-Kim summit: Vietnam aiming to cash in from 'valuable' event

Officials and analysts predict future economic gains as Vietnam steps up preparations to host second Trump-Kim meeting. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GNPlGL

Peloton has reportedly picked banks for an IPO which could value it at more than $8 billion

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Can North Korea follow Vietnam to economic success?

Ahead of the Trump-Kim summit in Hanoi, the US has said host Vietnam could provide an economic roadmap for North Korea. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2H1fDUU

GCHQ: Chinese tech 'threats' must be understood

The agency's chief says there are "opportunities" too, but UK telecoms cyber-security must improve. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2H0kINp

Trump to delay tariff increase on Chinese goods

Citing 'substantial progress' in US-China trade talks, president says he plans to hold summit with Chinese counterpart. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XnIl8y

A whole crop of new Android phones just got dedicated Google Assistant buttons, whether people want them or not

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LG's Dual Screen foldable phone breaks apart

LG opts to release a second screen accessory rather than a device with a single flexible display. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2tyNqNx

Kashmir: Gunfight between rebels and Indian soldiers kills five

Two Indian soldiers and three rebels are reported dead in volatile Kulgam district of Indian-administered Kashmir. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2H6JX0L

Polls close and counting begins in Senegal presidential vote

Preliminary results due on Tuesday and the final tally on Friday, with incumbent Macky Sall expected to win. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tz4lj3

Qatar hosts international horse racing festival

The Emir's Sword Festival brought together some of the world's best horses and trainers. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tyitsI

Gaza protesters call on Mahmoud Abbas to quit

Amid ongoing Fatah-Hamas feud, thousands of Gazans gather to call on Palestinian Authority president to quit. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GZpBq6

Iran Guards: 'enemies' trying to sabotage missiles

Iran's Revolutionary Guards say foes tried to 'sabotage' missiles to make them 'explode in mid-air' but say plot failed. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tyirkA

91st Academy Awards: The films vying to take home the Oscar

A look at the films competing for the coveted Oscar in Hollywood from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XmtbA5

Microsoft HoloLens 2 augmented reality headset unveiled

The headset lets users control actions via eye movements, and also presents a better quality view. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2TcXF8r

Police fire tear gas against Algeria's anti-Bouteflika protesters

Hundreds of anti-government protesters take to the streets of the Algerian capital for the third consecutive day. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GJqdAB

Bangladesh plane hijacker shot dead after emergency landing

Suspect claimed to have a bomb aboard and a pistol was found, and an official said he was 'psychologically deranged'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IzMFhz

12 health and fitness startups that will boom in 2019, according to VCs

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The 'Boxing Sisters' of Rwanga refugee camp

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British PM May promises vote on Brexit deal by March 12

Theresa May pushes back 'meaningful vote' on Brexit plan as talks with EU counterparts over divorce deal continue. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IzFTIF

Nokia's new $700 smartphone has an insane 5 cameras, blowing up the 2019 trend for 3 lenses

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Nokia 9 PureView uses five cameras to take a photo

The handset fuses together shots simultaneously taken by the five cameras to enhance image quality. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2H0rdzR

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Dozens killed as Nigeria counts results of poll

Delayed presidential poll marred by violence as voting stations and counting centres come under attack. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EuUcdv

Mine left by ISIL strikes farm workers' van in Syria: SANA

Van packed with farm workers in central region of Salamiyeh struck by explosive device planted by armed group. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IxvOvz

After a big privacy backlash, Google's Nest explains which of its products have microphones and why

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Vaccine hesitancy is not a 'Muslim problem'

But it does seem to be a European one. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GXk2by

Americans should fear Trump apathy

The declining fervour of the opposition to Trump's state of emergency declaration is dangerous. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tBhc4j

EU-Arab League summit in Egypt is 'insignificant, ceremonial'

The meeting of leaders from the EU and the Arab League in Egypt's Sharm el-Sheikh will likely be fruitless, experts say. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2H0bUqF

Check out Huawei's 5G foldable phone, the Mate X

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At $1,599, the most expensive model of the Samsung Galaxy S10 costs $150 more than the best iPhone

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Huawei Mate X smartphone folds face out

Huawei unveils a foldable phone that has several advantages over Samsung's from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NqZ8me

Storms batter Bosnia and Croatia

Gale-force winds topple trees, cause power cuts and damage buildings along the Adriatic coastline. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Srew3e

If you are a Kenyan citizen, your private data is not safe

The Huduma number, a new Kenyan government initiative, is yet another assault on data privacy in Kenya. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Xlg4iH

Apple is expected to launch new AirPods later this year - here are the features we want to see

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Venezuelan migrants and Brazilian troops in violent clashes

Accusations over who started unrest traded after basic aid supplies crossed border into Venezuela. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tyIPLj

Politics threatens future of Iraq's archaeological heritage

Experts say the conservation efforts are often held back by what they describe as the politicization of Iraq's heritage. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2H0zN1i

Pope Francis calls for 'all-out battle' against child sex abuse

Pope's speech lacked concrete measures except for a pledge to toughen laws against online child pornography. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2U5ntRj

Jared Kushner heads to Middle East to promote peace plan

Accompanied by US Middle East and Iran envoys, Kushner is expected to tout economic part of Israel-Palestine peace plan. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BORL3q

13 reasons you should buy Samsung's $750 Galaxy S10e over the Galaxy S10 or S10 Plus

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NYC Commission on Human Rights banes hair discrimination

Earlier this week, the New York City Commission on Human Rights instituted a law that bans discrimination by employers, schools and other public places, based upon hairstyle. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SZj3yM

South Africa's DA launches its election manifesto

South Africa̢۪s largest opposition party, the Democratic Alliance, has launched its manifesto ahead of elections due to take place in May. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GHNEKU

How Netflix is shaking up Hollywood's traditional Oscar model

Video on-demand giant and other online streaming companies are helping redefine the motion picture industry. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Nqi7NY

Afghanistan civilian deaths hit record high in 2018: UN

At least 32,000 civilians have been killed and 60,000 wounded in the last decade of the Afghan war, according to the UN. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tEMKWF

Vatican abuse meeting: Victims demand meaningful reform

Clerical sex abuse survivors are demanding accountability for religious officials who turned a blind eye on decades of abuse. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2H4OWyC

In Pictures: Protesters, police clash at Venezuela border towns

Venezuela's National Guard fired tear gas at protesters who were trying to clear a barricaded border bridge to Colombia. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Sm9yEH

'Test of democracy': Okinawa votes in referendum on US base move

Voting under way in non-binding referendum on relocation of US' Futenma airbase to coastal landfill in Henoko. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2E6XVfW

Kashmir tension: Anxiety along the Line of Control

Tensions are running hot along the Line of Control and although people in Pakistan-administered Kashmir try to go about their daily business, there is one thing on every mind. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SYbAjC

Cubans vote on new constitution to replace Cold War-era charter

Vote presents 'unique opportunity' to show how many Cubans voice dissent, some analysts say. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EagTSy

Venezuelans vow to carry on protests as clashes turn deadly

At least two killed in violent protests as President Maduro severs diplomatic ties with Colombia over Guaido support. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SWsfUx

Exoskeleton helps people with paralysis to walk

Floriane is able to walk using an exoskeleton that detects how she wants to move. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2GEyHJz

Senegal elections: Sall poised to win re-election as polls open

President Macky Sall expected to win second term after two opposition leaders are barred from running in the election. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tAmCMI

As key Doha talks near, Afghans hope for long-lasting peace

Afghans seek to secure women's rights and the withdrawal of US troops as they demand parties learn from mistakes. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GYi4aZ

Criminal groups are offering $360,000 salaries to accomplices who can help them scam CEOs about their porn-watching habits

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Israel arrests top Waqf officials in Jerusalem in overnight raid

Sheikh Abdul Azim Salhab and his deputy were taken after praying with other Palestinians near Al-Rahma gate in Al-Aqsa. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tzRr4f

Turkish president Erdogan denounces Egypt's Sisi over executions

Erdogan says he will 'never talk to someone like' Sisi and called for release of Muslim Brotherhood prisoners in Egypt. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SjAAws

Saudi Arabia replaces ambassador to US with first female envoy

Princess Reema bint Bandar Al Saud faces a stark challenge in improving ties between the US and Saudi Arabia. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Ertrq1

Senegal votes with incumbent president Sall confident of win

President Macky Sall is widely expected to win re-election after two of his main rivals were barred from running. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Vh4bIC

Documenting the Troubles: Journalism and justice in N Ireland

While the conflict is formally over, unsolved killings left in its wake have kept the Troubles alive in the media. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ErMmRQ

Maduro cuts ties with Colombia as protests rock Venezuela

Two killed as opposition tries to move aid into Venezuela sparking running battles along border bridges. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Npfufb

What South Korea stands to gain and lose from Trump-Kim summit

Despite improving Seoul-Pyongyang relations, Trump's meeting with Kim in Vietnam might worry South Korea. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2U96Rbu

Cuba's constitutional referendum: What you should know

Cubans are set to vote on Sunday on a new constitution that limits president's term, broadens discrimination ban. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IvWiO5

India police arrest Kashmir separatists amid rising tensions

Nearly 150 separatists arrested in a crackdown that follows the worst suicide attack in the disputed region last week. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2E5WRsB

North Korea's Kim reported en route to Vietnam summit with Trump

Kim Jong Un's train is seen entering China as the North Korean leader begins his secretive journey to Hanoi. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2STOnik

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Judge sets $1 million bond for R&B superstar R. Kelly 02/23/19 11:22 AM

SDF looks to clear more civilians from last ISIL pocket in Syria

US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces vow to keep 'corridor' to final ISIL holdout open for fleeing civilians. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2U5v4z5

Scandals plague 2019 Oscars

After a series of missteps and backtracking in the run-up to the Academy Awards, there are concerns viewers may just tune in to see if the show is a disaster. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2VdacpP

Foreign films highlighted in 2019 Oscars

Movies from Lebanon, Japan, Germany, Poland and Mexico are part of this year's Academy Awards. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EqeAw1

Vatican summit: Church files on paedophile priests 'destroyed'

Cardinal tells key Vatican summit that files on priests who sexually abused children were destroyed or never compiled. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Eqxpzc

Voters prepare for presidential elections in Senegal

President Macky Sall is widely expected to win reelection after two of his two rivals were barred from contesting. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NlRZDM

Will Brexit push Cambodia into economic crisis?

As the UK prepares to leave the EU, we look at Brexit's potential effect on Southeast Asian economies. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GISZ4k

Half of all startups expect to get acquired, but the number of companies that don't have a plan is growing

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Anwar Ibrahim on the 1MDB scandal and Malaysia's future

Anwar talks about reentering politics, Najib Razak and the 1MDB scandal, and his hopes for Malaysia's future. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SUFgOG

Has the decade-old war on drugs in Asia succeeded?

Data shows that brutal anti-drug policies have failed to curb drug trade and use across Asia. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2E4ne2a

Polls close in Nigeria̢۪s delayed vote

Delayed polls close following bitter political campaigns, with results expected to be announced next week. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SXWSJt

Hebron massacre: Palestinians mark anniversary of settler attack

Palestinians at the West Bank are commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Ibrahimi Mosque massacre in Hebron. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ShGXR3

Saudi crown prince defends China's right to fight terrorism

Activists say MBS' support for China's anti-terrorism measures amounts to tacit approval of crackdown on Uighur Muslims. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XmmFJB

Climate change: Teenage environmentalists protest in Paris

Greta Thunberg's campaign in September gained traction across the world. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XlSzpC

The 7 coolest things about Samsung's crazy-ambitious $2,000 folding smartphone

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The couple behind the controversial 'sex button' on Kickstarter speaks up after getting roasted online: 'We're not trying to end the world'

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Philippines foreign minister under fire over Nazi comments

Teodoro Locsin Jr. says murder of Jews in Germany was a 'historical fact', describes Duterte's comments as a 'metaphor'. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Nmjugw

Leaked documents appear to show how a lawsuit with a third-party app almost disclosed Facebook's financial results early

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Algeria: Dozens arrested in protests against Bouteflika

More than 40 people arrested in protests against President Abdelaziz Bouteflika seeking a fifth term, authorities say. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NmR06u

Mexico's president to choose head of force

The opposition fears the president's will go back on his promise to appoint a civilian as the leader. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GJNWki

Senegal presidential candidates appeal to female voters

A majority of eligible voters are female, and candidates have made their issues a priority in the campaign. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T9xZd3

Saudi sisters trapped in Hong Kong fear deportation

The two sisters fear dramatic repercussions, from forced marriage to death, if sent back to Saudi Arabia. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IKGHdV

Germany 'seeks extradition' of Syria's Jamil Hassan from Lebanon

Head of Syria's Air Force Intelligence Directorate, General Jamil Hassan, reportedly admitted to a hospital in Lebanon. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Iy02yR

Confessions of a private spy

I work for a private intel firm. Here is what my life is like. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SmeVnb

Vietnam briefly detains Trump and Kim impersonators

Howard X and Russell White were questioned by police in Hanoi after they spoke to a local TV station. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2U4XxVJ

Venezuela closes Colombia border as aid dispute turns deadly

Soldiers open fire on villagers near Brazil border, killing two, as Juan Guaido shows up in Colombia ahead of aid push. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XiMNVY

Narratives of Rage and Revenge in India

Talk of war on the Indian airwaves after a bombing in Kashmir. Plus, journalism and justice in Northern Ireland. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XjqijB

The view from Italy: How Brexit is viewed on the streets of Rome

From calls for Italy to quit the EU to worries about Brexit's impact on ordinary people, Italians share their opinions. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SmggKS

North Korea's Kim Jong Un to make official visit to Vietnam

North Korean leader expected to arrive on February 25 or 26, amid tight security measures. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2E8KCLK

Trump picks Canada ambassador Kelly Craft for top UN envoy

Craft handled tense negotiations with Canada over the Trump administration's 'tough' trade policy to replace NAFTA. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SVSXfZ

Venezuela, the military, and its support: An explainer

Who does Venezuela's military support and why is it so important in the country's current political crisis? from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EaC2MO

Nigeria elections: Blasts rock Maiduguri hours before polls open

Security fears grip northern Nigeria, as polls are set to open in presidential elections after a week-long delay. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2VeRaiY

Okinawans set to vote on US military base relocation

Japanese islanders to hold non-binding referendum as pressure mounts on government to halt multi-billion-dollar project. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TeL9Fu

YouTube won't let anti-vaccine videos make advertising money for their creators, citing a policy around 'dangerous or harmful' content

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NHS told to ditch 'outdated' pagers

The health secretary wants to scrap the “archaic technology” which costs the NHS about £6.6m a year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2BN8h4i

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Trump to bar abortion referrals by family planning clinics

Reproductive rights groups decry Trump's latest announcement, saying it further restricts women's rights. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NkgLEg

Tainted liquor kills dozens in India's Assam state

Scores of others sickened by hooch laced with methyl alcohol, days after a similar tragedy killed over 100 people. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GFT7Sj

Twitter co-founder Ev Williams has stepped down from the $24 billion company's board

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Clippy the once-hated cartoon has become a 'badge of honor,' former Microsoft exec says

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Donald Trump calls India-Pakistan standoff 'very dangerous'

US president's remarks come in the backdrop of rising tension between the nuclear-armed neighbours over Kashmir attack. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Iu7pXP

Sudan's Bashir declares one year state of emergency

Omar al-Bashir dissolves government and imposes state of emergency in wake of months of protests demanding his ouster. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TgwYzI

All the tech startups that have taken steps toward going public in 2019 - and those rumored to be eyeing an IPO

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Singer R Kelly charged with sexual abuse: US media

The R&B star, subject of a recent documentary series titled 'Surviving R Kelly', has previously denied abuse allegations from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GFCVAz

Apple is reportedly closing its two stores in patent-litigation haven Eastern Texas for a brilliant reason

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The Galaxy Fold isn't the only crazy phone Samsung has released - here are some of its wildest devices from over the years

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Russian court extends detention of suspected US spy

Ex-US marine Paul Whelan, accused of spying, to remain in prison for at least three more months pending investigation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2E89i7h

Palestinians pray in long-closed part of Al-Aqsa in Jerusalem

The area near Al-Rahma gate was closed by Israeli court order in 2003, Palestinians entered and prayed there on Friday. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SWr2ww

Huawei’s Plight Hangs Over Wireless Industry Showcase

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House Democrats launch bid to stop Trump's border emergency

Resolution sets up a fight that could result in President Donald Trump's first veto. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GUZX5A

UN watchdog confirms Iran's compliance with 2015 nuclear deal

UN's nuclear watchdog reaffirms Tehran's adherence to 2015 accord amid US-Europe tension over future of the pact. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2tArGk9

Sikhs provide sanctuary to Kashmiris caught in 'revenge' attacks

Kashmiris targeted by right-wing mobs in India following the Pulwama attack say the Sikh community came to their rescue. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SkQ1Vh

Senegal election: Candidates hold public forum

With no TV debate, the youth confront powerful politicians in public by asking them tough questions at public election forums. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GTXcSh

Nike app for self-tying shoe comes undone

The Google Android app that controls the new Adapt BB fails to sync with wearers' feet. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2E8ke4z

Fear, anxiety in Pakistan-administered Kashmir as tension peaks

Residents along the Line of Control caught in the web of fever-pitch tensions between nuclear-armed India and Pakistan. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GE8wlZ

$1 billion video conferencing company Zoom is aiming for an April IPO

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Algerians protest against Bouteflika's bid for fifth term

Hundreds march in the capital and other cities amid heavy security as 81-year-old ruler announces re-election bid. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XiRLlx

New Yorkers were right to oppose the Amazon deal

The opposition to the deal may have been wrong in detail. But it is right in principle. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Sneb1v

Why Britain should allow Shamima Begum to return home

Banning this young woman from entering her home country would be playing into the hands of extremists. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XrKaBk

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Ukraine at crossroads five years after 'revolution of dignity'

The Maidan protests shook Russian influence in Ukraine, but many feel the promises of the revolution are unfulfilled. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BPhZ5W

Saudi Arabia strikes $10bn China deal

Multibillion-dollar deal caps Saudi Crown Prince's Asian tour, aimed at expanding Riyadh's trade ties in the East. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2U09A6M

Rival concerts become backdrop for Venezuela power struggle

Tensions heightened on Colombia-Venezuela border as standoff between Nicolas Maduro and Juan Guaido intensifies. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2BNxkUB

Samsung's new $2,000 folding smartphone has one bizarre, glaring flaw

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These are the key differences between Samsung's new Galaxy S10 phones that are worth noting before you buy

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Samsung made a huge mistake by not making a pink version of its most expensive new phone, the Galaxy Fold

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Japanese asteroid hunter touches down

The Hayabusa2's target - the asteroid named Ryugu - is thought to be as old as the solar system itself. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2E5XtOJ

Nigeria's election: Concerns for low turnout after delay

Many see last week̢۪s delay as evidence of manipulation, with both the camps accusing each other of trying to rig the vote. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SZdgti

Senegal candidates wrap up campaigns ahead of presidential vote

Five candidates are running for the country's top office, with incumbent Macky Sall favourite to win the contest. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2E1VY4g

'Hungry and dirty': More civilians leave ISIL holdout in Syria

Trucks loaded with civilians leave last ISIL enclave in eastern Syria as US-backed forces wait to inflict final defeat. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2ST5y3z

The Week in Tech: Chinese and Iranian Hackers Have Returned

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'The way we were raised': The story of an Inupiaq elder

As the ice thaws and new technology pervades, an Alaska Native elder finds life quickly changing in his Arctic town. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2NmMGE7

'Hey AOC, saw your wack tweet': Conservative business group escalates Times Square billboard feud with Ocasio-Cortez over Amazon HQ2 pullout

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India top court orders eviction of over 1 million forest dwellers

The Supreme Court's order could affect claims of indigenous people living in forest areas across 21 states. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IuGqvm

Palestinians to protest on 25th anniversary of Hebron shooting

They are to protest against the divided, militarised nature of daily life in the part of Hebron. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T9Hmta

Rights groups demand release of Duterte critic Leila de Lima

Two years since her detention, opposition senator expresses doubt she could get a fair trial while Duterte is in office. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IuGnja

Catholic priests' sex abuse victims dismiss pope's action plan

They demand the guilty clergy and those who covered the acts to be thrown out of the priesthood. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TdjuVq

Mexico's indigenous languages at risk of disappearing

Indigenous people have historically been discriminated against, even punished for speaking their languages in schools. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IsZuKo

Pakistan army: Will respond with 'full force' if India attacks

The warning comes a day after Prime Minister Imran Khan approved military response as tensions rise over Kashmir issue. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Iudkw7

Suu Kyi to investors: Pour money into crisis-hit Rakhine state

Myanmar leader tells investors to stop focusing on 'negative aspects' in Rakhine from where 750,000 Rohingya have fled. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2VjWwJZ

Rare snow blankets the desert city of Las Vegas

Schools closed and flights cancelled after a winter storm swept through the US Southwest, bringing snowfall to the city. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2V7ibVw

Samsung has introduced new $130 earbuds to take on Apple's popular AirPods - here's how they compare

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The US is having a tough time convincing the world's biggest democracy to ditch Huawei

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Labour legislator quits party in protest over 'anti-Semitism'

Ian Austin, ninth Labour Party legislator to quit party, says he has no plans to join the centrist Independent Group. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XegR50

Kashmiri armed groups warn of more attacks in India

Rights advocates say they are not surprised young Kashmiris feel frustrated and become suicide bombers. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2SjPouR

US coastguard officer arrested for plotting 'terror attack'

Prosecution says the officer is a white supremacist who was plotting to kill journalists and Democratic politicians. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2VfyMXj

Dhaka fire: Bangladesh calls off rescue operation

Firefighters have launched an inquiry to find out how the fire started. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2EneYM7

Kenya court delays decision on anti-gay sex law

Three-month delay prompts dismay among Kenya's LGBT community and its allies. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2VdImKa

IOC urges India isolation after Pakistani athletes denied visas

International Olympic Committee says refusal of visas for competitors went against principles of the Olympic charter. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T9LmK1

Nicaragua's Ortega calls for negotiations to end crisis

Opposition wants electoral reform and justice for those who died during a brutal government crackdown last year. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XhjF1d

It Started With a Jolt: How New York Became a Tech Town

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North Korea warns of food crisis before Kim-Trump summit

Memo says Pyongyang forced almost halve rations, blaming high temperatures, drought, floods and UN sanctions. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IwhIe1

Google is ditching its mandatory arbitration policy after mass protest

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5G networks: Trump says US shouldn't block technology

The comments come as the US has pressured its allies to exclude China's Huawei from their 5G networks. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2V5EMBI

Political drama in Thailand as long-delayed election nears

Constitutional Court to meet next week as Thai Raksa Chart faces ban over Princess Ubolratana nomination. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2twgvsP

Wallace's giant bee, world's largest, refound by scientists

Team of international researchers finds the first specimens of the giant insect in Indonesia's North Moluccas islands. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2GEeVxO

Japan probe Hayabusa2 touches down on Ryugu asteroid

Spacecraft is on a mission to collect material that could provide clues to the origin of life and the solar system. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Njz24M

After topping Wall Street's estimates, Roku's in 'a strong position' to take on Amazon and other rivals, says its CFO

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US says 200 troops to remain in Syria after forces' withdrawal

White House announcement comes after Trump discussed situation in Syria in phone call with Turkey's Erdogan. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2IvUaG9

US: New election ordered in disputed North Carolina House race

State's board of elections backs new House race after Republican candidate reverses course and calls for new vote. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2TffEvi

Venezuelans hopeful, but wary as aid standoff intensifies

Venezuelans express hope, fear and disillusionment as opposition-set deadline for aid to be allowed into Venezuela nears from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2T6rK9T

China's shadow looms large over second Trump-Kim summit

As North Korea's main ally, Beijing is keen on concrete results in upcoming Vietnam meeting, including denuclearisation. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2Iu9QK8

Nintendo of America's new president is named Bowser, and everyone is making the same jokes

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Web watchdog warns over knee-jerk regulation of social networks

Internet Watch Foundation says regulation of social networks could have "unintended consequences". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2H0Mbi9

Anthem video game set for tough debut

The futuristic squad-based shooter faces stiff competition from lots of established titles, say experts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NhPcf1

Here are the US cities we know will have 5G networks lit up for Samsung's new Galaxy S10 5G phone

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The snow patrol drones saving skiiers from an icy death

For people buried in an avalanche, it's a race against time. Could a drone find you sooner? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NmoOjT

Brazil indigenous group mobilises against planned soy railway

The Kayapo say they're worried that the project would bring farmers who use pesticides that would pollute local rivers. from Al Jazeera English https://ift.tt/2XfVxfr

AT&T and Hasbro pull YouTube ads over abuse claims

Hasbro and Nestle also cut ties over fears paedophiles are leaving comments next to videos of children. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2U161gL