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Brett Kavanaugh: FBI contacts Deborah Ramirez for interview

Agents investigating the US Supreme Court nominee approach Deborah Ramirez for an interview. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2y9Gkkz

Desert Island Discs: Tom Daley felt 'inferior' over sexuality

The Olympic diver also reveals becoming a parent has made him care less about winning Olympic gold. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2P3wecc

Kanye West: Rapper changes his name to Ye

The rapper posted on Twitter: "The being formally [sic] known as Kanye West. I am YE." from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2y10Zaj

Elon Musk reaches deal over tweets about taking Tesla private

Elon Musk reaches a deal with US regulators over tweets he sent about taking Tesla private. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Is1fUm

Trump on Kim Jong-un: 'We fell in love'

The US president told a rally that the North Korean leader had sent him "beautiful" letters. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2DRZy4j

Three in five British adults say miracles are possible

A survey commissioned for BBC Local Radio also suggests 43% of UK adults have prayed for a miracle. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Nbsvay

Protesters throw paint at police in Barcelona

Several people were injured as those for and against Catalan independence clashed in the city. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2xLHIdp

Ryder Cup: Europe lead United States 10-6 after day two at Le Golf National

Europe need 4½ points to win the Ryder Cup after opening up a 10-6 lead over the United States at Le Golf National on day two in France. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2zDwnNX

Cambridge University completes restoration of gatehouse

A faded gatehouse which dates back to the 16th Century is given a makeover. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2xZBO88

The Papers: 'Boris vs May' and 'disgraceful' data breach

The papers focus on the Conservative Party's division and announcements, ahead of its conference. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2QiZR9l

Special words that don't exist in English (yet)

Some languages have words and phrases that English speakers never knew they needed. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2y3GHg7

The rise of retro filmmaking and resurgence of Super 8

Super 8 enjoys a huge resurgence as filmmakers ditch digital in favour of the original film format. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Rau6k4

Why are Hong Kong domestic workers practising their dance moves?

Why a domestic worker in Hong Kong takes part in beauty contests from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Qi4gt4

A wig changed my life and gave me confidence back

Most young men suffering hair loss chose to have transplants, some have a different solution. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Qj2nwj

Gamers meet in real life at bedside of terminally-ill friend

Six online gamers meet for the first time in person to support their terminally-ill friend - years after their friendships began. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2NNDa0d

The truth behind my fried chicken

Fried chicken lover Hezron Springer finds out how some of the millions of birds reach our plates. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2Ok2TNn

Has 'dieting' become a dirty word?

"Wellness", not dieting, is the new buzzword when it comes to losing weight, but is it the right approach? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2zG7Gk9

Rudolf Nureyev: How the dance legend continues to inspire

The Russian ballet legend became a star in 1961 but a new film shows how his skill and legacy live on. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2xM3PAJ

India airports: Has PM Modi built more than others?

The Indian prime minister says he's built more airports than previous governments - has he? from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2xUBrMX

Ty Hafan: Dad's group tackling tragedy and mountains together

The 100-strong support group hopes to help and inspire other dads whose children have life limiting conditions. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2y0A5iE

Ryder Cup 2018: Where will the winning points come from? Singles draw & form

Where will the winning Ryder Cup points come from? Sunday singles draw, form guide and results from Europe v US at Le Golf National, Paris. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2NOlTE6

Man Utd: Decision to be made after West Ham defeat - Rio Ferdinand

Manchester United "have big decisions" to make about the future of manager Jose Mourinho, says former defender Rio Ferdinand. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2xWtqpO

Lewis Hamilton team orders? All you need to know about Russia

Mercedes new aero package shocks Ferrari, but all is not lost in Russia - there's a first corner, and some politics, to navigate. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2RaGjW3

Daniel Sturridge: Has the Liverpool forward got his mojo back?

Daniel Sturridge was playing against Chester when England beat Sweden at the World Cup but the striker appears to have rediscovered his best form at Liverpool. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2P0XJCW

Chelsea 1-1 Liverpool: Sarri backs his team for Champions League spot

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri believes his side are "closer than I thought" to Liverpool after a 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2xMC3E0

Daniel Sturridge: Has the Liverpool forward got his mojo back?

Daniel Sturridge was playing against Chester when England beat Sweden at the World Cup but the striker appears to have rediscovered his best form at Liverpool. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2P0XJCW via IFTTT

Chelsea 1-1 Liverpool: Sarri backs his team for Champions League spot

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri believes his side are "closer than I thought" to Liverpool after a 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge. from BBC News - Home https://ift.tt/2xMC3E0 via IFTTT

Across Senegal, the Beloved Baobab Tree Is the ‘Pride of the Neighborhood’

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Ohio State Rallies to Still the Roar at Penn State

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College Football: Depleted Clemson Escapes an Upset Against Syracuse

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This Week’s Wedding Announcements

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Stephanie Friedman, Stanley Gartshein

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Ruben Porras, Raul Sanchez

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Roxanne Schwartz, Perri Silver

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Rachel Dempsey, Bryn Williams

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Norel Hassan, Timothy Knight

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Lauren Lepow, Joshua Stieber

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Laura Eidlitz, Victor Adefuye

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Katherine Whitman, Frank Broomell Jr.

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Julia Freling, ChiChi Madu

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Jennifer Berry, Travis Jarae

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Grace Chiou, Bradley Graw

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Drew Foreman, Anais Farges

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Carly Berg, Jeremy Koenig

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Ashley Gitter, Jared Snyder

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Andrew Lim, David Crawford

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What’s on TV Sunday: ‘God Friended Me’ and ‘The Simpsons’

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Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump speaks at rally in West Virginia 09/29/18 7:22 PM

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Elon Musk to step down as chairman of Tesla, pay $20M in penalties in SEC settlement 09/29/18 6:03 PM

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump orders ‘supplemental’ FBI investigation into Kavanaugh 09/28/18 5:06 PM

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Senate GOP leaders agree to seek an additional FBI background investigation into Brett Kavanaugh before a final vote 09/28/18 4:01 PM

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Judiciary Committee recommends Kavanaugh in party-line vote; Sen Flake backs floor vote delay 09/28/18 2:00 PM

Texas Boy Speaks Clearly for First Time After Dentist Discovered He Was Tongue-Tied

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By SANDRA E. GARCIA from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2N8ZCMf

Kavanaugh Could Help G.O.P. in Senate Midterms. But Not in House Races.

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By JONATHAN MARTIN and ALEXANDER BURNS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2DI4Ij1

Details of F.B.I.’s Kavanaugh Inquiry Show Its Restricted Range

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By MICHAEL D. SHEAR, SHERYL GAY STOLBERG, MAGGIE HABERMAN and MICHAEL S. SCHMIDT from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2QhwZyw

The Most Important Least-Noticed Economic Event of the Decade

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By NEIL IRWIN from NYT The Upshot https://ift.tt/2Rah1Yc

How Do Christians Fit Into the Two-Party System? They Don’t

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By TIMOTHY KELLER from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2QjIhlH

Capitol Hill Ralph Club

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Kavanaugh and the Blackout Theory

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Elon Musk Steps Down as Tesla’s Chairman in Settlement With S.E.C. Over Go-Private Tweet

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Brett Kavanaugh Testimony: Three Inconsistencies the F.B.I. Investigation Could Address

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By KAREN YOURISH and TROY GRIGGS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2R8uhfR

At Times, Kavanaugh’s Defense Misleads or Veers Off Point

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By MIKE McINTIRE, LINDA QIU, STEVE EDER and KATE KELLY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2xX5lz7

An Injudicious Man, Unfit for the Supreme Court

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By ROGER COHEN from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2zCXd8U

Tesla’s Elon Musk Had a Deal From the S.E.C. It Fell Apart in a Morning.

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By DAVID GELLES, MATTHEW GOLDSTEIN, EMILY FLITTER and ANDREW ROSS SORKIN from NYT Business Day https://ift.tt/2NbbjC6

In extraordinary maneuver, Jeff Flake halts Brett Kavanaugh's march to Supreme Court

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Sen. Flake said he wouldn't vote to confirm Kavanaugh unless the FBI investigated the sexual assault allegations against him. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2NNATSI via IFTTT

Parkland survivor Cameron Kasky sets a new political course

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Cameron Kasky says one of the "biggest problems" is the lack of discussion among those who disagree, and he wants to change that. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2N9IuWL via IFTTT

Memphis civic leader, former Pinnacle Airlines CEO shot dead

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — A civic leader and former airline executive was alone when he was fatally shot in downtown Memphis, Tennessee, and authorities are investigating whether he was killed in a robbery or as part of a "personal vendetta," police said Friday. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2xQbqOB via IFTTT

Airline Searching for Missing Man After Saying All 47 Passengers Survived Plane Crash

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The airline said one man remains unaccounted for. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2IpE6C9 via IFTTT

Teenage Boy Attacked by Shark at Southern California Beach

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The victim was reportedly lobster diving when the incident occurred from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2IpbTLC via IFTTT

Deadly South Carolina plane crash

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A plane overshoots a runway and crashes into a fence, killing two. ABC News' Kendis Gibson reports. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2QcschJ via IFTTT

US wants death penalty for NY truck attack suspect

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US federal prosecutors on Friday signaled their intention to seek the death penalty against the Uzbek immigrant accused of killing eight people in a New York truck rampage, should he be convicted at trial. Sayfullo Saipov, 30, allegedly drove a rented pickup truck down a mile-long stretch of bike path in Manhattan as children and their parents prepared to celebrate Halloween on October 31, 2017. It was the deadliest attack in New York since the September 11, 2001 Al-Qaeda hijackings brought down the Twin Towers. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2OqNLO6 via IFTTT

Russia begins missile system delivery to Syria, warns West on peace talks

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Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu had said on Monday the system would be delivered to Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's forces in two weeks despite strong Israeli and United States objections. A week previously, Moscow had accused Israel of indirectly causing the downing of a Russian military jet in Syria. "The delivery started already and as President (Vladimir)Putin said, after that incident ... the measures that we will take will be devoted to ensuring 100 percent safety and security of our men," Lavrov told a news conference at the United Nations. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2xNX8Oo via IFTTT

Mark Judge Went To His Lawyer’s Office Right When Senate Was Voting On Brett Kavanaugh

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WASHINGTON ― Mark Judge, the man who was said to be present when Brett from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2zDLwPp via IFTTT

The go-between in the Trump Tower meeting offers clue to 'golden shower' claim in dossier

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Rob Goldstone, who set up the 2016 meeting between a Kremlin-linked lawyer and Trump campaign officials, shares his theory. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2xTVzO4 via IFTTT

Deadly earthquake and tsunami kill hundreds in Sulawesi, Indonesia

At least 384 people were killed and many swept away when a major earthquake and tsunami hit the Indonesian island of Sulawesi, authorities said on Saturday. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2RbwUxC via IFTTT

Airline now says 1 missing after Pacific lagoon plane crash

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WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — The airline operating a flight that crashed into a Pacific lagoon in Micronesia on Friday now says one man is missing, after earlier saying all 47 passengers and crew had safely evacuated the sinking plane. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2RbiHRe via IFTTT

Maddox Ritch's Father Grieves Death of 6-Year-Old: 'I Found Out I'm Not a Dad Anymore'

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He took to Facebook to post about the tragedy. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2zF1k4C via IFTTT

Iraq 'regrets' US closure of Basra consulate

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Iraq's foreign ministry voiced "regret" on Saturday over a US decision to shut its consulate in the southern city of Basra which has been rocked by weeks of deadly protests. "The ministry regrets the American decision to pull its staff out of Basra," a statement said. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo ordered all but emergency staff to leave Basra, with consular duties to be taken over by the embassy in Baghdad. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2OiJmgp via IFTTT

Brexit challenger Gina Miller: UK's battle over EU membership must end

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More than two years since the 2016 EU referendum, the United Kingdom, its politicians and its business leaders remain deeply divided over Brexit while Prime Minister Theresa May has yet to clinch a divorce deal with the EU. Opponents of Brexit are exploring ways to stop what they say is Britain's biggest mistake since World War Two. Miller is leading a campaign to have another referendum, but she said if the government manages to successfully navigate an exit deal then politicians must be allowed to focus on domestic issues without the distractions of a debate about Britain's relationship with Europe. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2NRupm4 via IFTTT

Abused Hong Kong maid Erwiana 'rises again'

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She was once the face of abused maids in Hong Kong -- imprisoned, starved and beaten so badly she lost control of her bodily functions. Erwiana completed a degree in economics this month -- the culmination of a dream that brought her to Hong Kong in 2013 before her life was turned upside down. "Before I went to Hong Kong, I had been dreaming I could make enough money to study," the 27-year-old told AFP from her home in Indonesia's cultural capital Yogyakarta. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2Iobmts via IFTTT

The New Yorker's Latest Cover Is A Nod To Brett Kavanaugh, Women Not Being Heard

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Next week's cover of The New Yorker is an homage to the testimony given by from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2R9mrmg via IFTTT

Thousands in Central Park panic after barrier collapse

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NEW YORK (AP) — Fearing possible gunshots, it took only the collapse of a police barrier at a politically charged New York celebrity music show Saturday to send thousands of spectators fleeing in panic. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2Nb3Nau via IFTTT