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The referendum is to cement democratic reforms but some activists say real change is not being made. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...

At least two dead in Quebec stabbing, local media say

Police have made one arrest but tell people to stay indoors in the Canadian city after the incident. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...

Nagorno-Karabakh conflict: Human cost of two nations fighting for 'Motherland'

The stories of families who have lost sons in the latest territorial war over Nagorno-Karabakh. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2HLV8...

How the controversial Nile dam might fix Sudan's floods

Egypt and Ethiopia are at loggerheads over the mega dam, with Sudan literally stuck in the middle. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3o...

India couple bullied for intimate wedding photoshoot

Indian couple trolled for intimate post-wedding photoshoot refuses to give in to bullies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mFd24H

'My parents had hearts of gold, they didn't deserve it'

How people are dealing with the effects of coronavirus in one New York neighbourhood. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TJaVR8

The Miraculous Love Kids: Street kids changing their lives with guitars

The Beach Boys' Brian Wilson is just one star who's recorded with a group of girls from Afghanistan. from BBC News - World https:/...

Belarus protests: The turtle 'anthem' protesters sing in Belarus

How music has featured prominently in the protests calling for President Lukashenko to step down. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jL...

Police In N.C. Arrest, Pepper Spray Protesters During March To Polls Event

According to video posted online and witness accounts, police in Graham, N.C., used pepper spray on a march to drive voter turnout. Activist...

US Election 2020: Biden and Trump in last weekend dash round swing states

Joe Biden is in Michigan while Donald Trump arrives in Pennsylvania, both key to the White House race. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...

US election: The big issue that could hurt Trump

Just ahead of the election, the US is seeing what could be the largest outbreak of the pandemic so far. from BBC News - World https://ift....

US election 2020: 'It just makes me feel like a nobody'

Former prisoner Davion Hampton from Florida wants to vote in this US election. But he can't. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/320s...

US election: 'All Republicans should marry Democrats'

Chenren and Cathy Shao haven't let political differences get in the way of their eight-year marriage. from BBC News - World https://if...

US election 2020: The great dividing line of this campaign

For some Americans, civil unrest after police shootings is driving their support for Donald Trump. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2T...

Indian doctor duped into buying 'Aladdin's lamp' for $41,500

The alleged con artists said the lamp would make him rich, and pretended to conjure spirits from the lamp. from BBC News - World https://i...

Colorado Abortion Ban Could Be Felt Nationwide

Colorado's Proposition 115 could shut down one of the few clinics nationwide that specializes in later abortion. (Image credit: Ed And...

Turkey-Greece quake: Search for survivors under rubble

Rescue workers hunt through collapsed buildings in the city of Izmir after Friday's deadly quake. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...

Ivory Coast elections: Voters go to the polls amid opposition boycott

President Alassane Ouattara is running for a third term which his opponents say is illegal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2HQgzOF

Fights in Front of Fans Test Boxing’s Business in the Pandemic Era

Gervonta Davis and Leo Santa Cruz will fight on pay-per-view and in front of fans at the Alamodome. Two weeks ago, another big fight was not...

How social media is preparing for US election chaos

Social media companies are making plans in case of unrest after election day. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kJG4Qj

Mom Dragged From SUV, Beaten By Officers With Toddler In Back Seat Filing Suit

Lawyers for Rickia Young, 28, and her son said she was battered, separated from the child for hours, and kept in handcuffs while being trea...

Far from home, Rohingya refugees face a new peril on a remote island

Bangladesh has begun relocating hundreds of refugees to a small remote island, against their will. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2H...

US election 2020: The Asians who are rooting for Trump to win

Some people in Asia see Donald Trump as their man to stand up to China - and nervously hope he'll be re-elected. from BBC News - World...

The Kashmir journalists 'harassed' and 'questioned' for doing their job

The BBC speaks to journalists in the region who say doing their job has become increasingly difficult. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...

The 400,000 seafarers who can't go home

Unions say Covid has in effect trapped thousands of seafarers on ships - waiting to go home. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jH4s3A

Climate change: You've got cheap data, how about cheap power too?

The iPhone transformed mobile phones in just 10 years. Could green energy see a similar revolution? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...

Scared but socially distant in a Tokyo 'haunted house'

Could this zombie-inspired experience be for people who want to be frightened but be Covid-19 safe? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...

US election 2020: Trump is in the fight of his political life

In the throes of an epoch-defining election, those looking for a healing process will be disappointed. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...

US election 2020: Fact-checking Trump and Biden's final week

The presidential campaigns are coming to an end. We've fact-checked the candidates' latest claims. from BBC News - World https://i...

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Fox News Breaking News Alert OFFICERS AMBUSHED: Two New Orleans cops shot at in French Quarter 10/30/20 5:30 PM

New Zealand Supports The Right To Die, But Rejects The Right To Get High

The country voted to allow assisted dying for the terminally ill but no to legalizing marijuana. Two separate referendums were held along w...

Trump's Ban On TikTok Suffers Another Legal Setback

A federal judge put the brakes on yet another aspect of Trump's push to ban the app TikTok, but the future of the viral video app in th...

Advisers To CDC Debate How COVID-19 Vaccine Should Be Rolled Out

In advance of a COVID-19 vaccine being available, a group of independent medical advisers to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...

Coronavirus: Slovakia holds national test but president calls for delay

Everyone in Slovakia over the age of 10 is to be tested for Covid - but the president is sceptical. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2...

Covid: Belgium announces return to national lockdown

Non-essential shops will close until mid-December to help curb the highest infection rate in Europe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...

US election: What Latino first-time voters want

Every 30 seconds, a Latino in the US turns 18 and becomes eligible to vote. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/364Khbd

Berlin airport opens... 10 years late

Berlin's new airport is finally opening to the public, 10 years behind schedule and billions over budget. from BBC News - World https:...

The Swagger of Denis Shapovalov

A rising young player with a lot of passion for tennis and rapping. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/2Tzvdwa

Bushfire inquiry says Australia must prepare for 'alarming outlook'

A long-awaited report into Australia's bushfires warns of an "alarming" outlook in future decades. from BBC News - World htt...

Travis Roy, Who Inspired Millions After a Hockey Tragedy, Dies at 45

After an awkward fall 11 seconds into his first Boston University game left him a quadriplegic, he dedicated his life to advocacy for simila...

Travis Roy, Who Inspired Millions After a Hockey Tragedy, Dies at 45

After an awkward fall 11 seconds into his first Boston University game left him a quadriplegic, he dedicated his life to advocacy for simila...

Walter Wallace Jr.'s Family Does Not Want Police Officers To Face Murder Charges

"Here's why: they were improperly trained and did not have the proper equipment by which to effectuate their job," the family...

Arizona Coyotes Let Go of Draftee Convicted in Bullying Case

The Arizona Coyotes knew that the player, Mitchell Miller, had been convicted of violating the Ohio Safe Schools Act after he and another te...

New Zealand euthanasia: Assisted dying to be legal for terminally ill people

Early referendum results show 65.2% voted "yes" to enforcing a law allowing assisted dying. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...

Australian on Qatar flight where women ‘invasively examined' left 'terrified'

A woman on the same flight as "invasively examined" female passengers feared a "hostage situation". from BBC News - Wo...

Africa's week in pictures: 23 - 29 October 2020

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35HpDgW

Why the humble text message is still a campaign weapon

Every election campaign uses more sophisticated tech, but the text message still cuts through. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/37SvCSN

Indian brands reckon with a new challenge: hate

It's an unusual moment for India's corporate culture, which has shied away from political activism. from BBC News - World https://...

Oil firm whistleblower trapped in Croatian holiday hell

A British lawyer exposed huge oil industry corruption - and now Monaco wants him extradited. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3e7nkrg

Want To Buy A Gun At Walmart? You've Got To Ask For It

The retail giant removed firearms and ammunition from its shelves saying it's a precautionary step amid the recent outbreak of civil un...

Armenians on the front line in Nagorno-Karabakh

Armenian mothers fear for sons on the front line in Nagorno-Karabakh as both sides suffer heavy casualties. from BBC News - World https://...

Covid-19: Record traffic out of Paris as second French lockdown begins

Traffic stretched more than 430 miles (700km) in total just hours before new measures came into force. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...

Walmart pulls guns from display over 'civil unrest' concerns

Walmart has removed gun and ammunition displays from its stores citing concerns of "civil unrest". from BBC News - World https:/...

Quiz of the week: Which Borat slogan did Kazakhstan embrace?

How closely have you been paying attention to what's been going on during the past seven days? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35...

Clemson’s Trevor Lawrence Tests Positive for the Coronavirus

The quarterback’s test result was announced by Coach Dabo Swinney. from NYT > Sports https://ift.tt/35HntOm

The Mac has its best quarter ever, and Tim Cook teases the future

It’s tough to keep track of time in the middle of a global pandemic, but apparently three months has passed since Apple’s last quarterly e...

US Election 2020: Trump and Biden duel in critical state of Florida

Democrat Biden's lead over the US president is narrower in must-win states, with Florida a key prize. from BBC News - World https://if...

Coronavirus hardship in Mexico, Nigeria and Bangladesh

Three people from around the world who lost their jobs during the pandemic explain how it has affected their lives. from BBC News - World ...

'We asked Trump to stop playing YMCA' - Village People singer Victor Willis

Village People's lead singer says he doesn't endorse the US president, who regularly plays the classic at rallies. from BBC News -...

Jimmy Orr, a Favorite Target of the Colts’ Unitas, Dies at 85

He and Baltimore’s Hall of Fame quarterback were a top passing combination in the ’60s. But he may be best remembered for the pass that neve...

Nice attack: Mayor says deadly stabbing points to terrorism

A man and a woman are reported to have died and the mayor of Nice says it points to a terrorist attack. from BBC News - World https://ift....

Light pollution: wasted energy seen from space

Entire city dims its streetlights, enabling scientists to measure light pollution from space. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3edhYe7

Covid: Lockdowns return as Europe confronts second wave

Two of the continent's biggest economies impose strict restrictions amid dire warnings over Covid-19. from BBC News - World https://if...

Old men, chocolate and Ivory Coast's bitter election

The president's U-turn over a third-term bid has opened up wounds in a country with a history of civil wars. from BBC News - World htt...

Muttiah Muralitharan on the 'challenge' of his disputed biopic

A planned biopic of Sri Lanka bowler Muttiah Muralitharan has drawn protests but he insists it will air. from BBC News - World https://ift...

"The bravest person I have ever met," Farage praises Trump at Arizona rally

"This is the single most resilient and bravest person I have ever met in my life," the Brexit Party founder says of the US preside...

Coronavirus: Remote Marshall Islands records first cases

The Marshall Islands was one of the few places free of Covid-19 until two US arrivals tested positive. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...

U.S. Hospitals Targeted In Rising Wave Of Ransomware Attacks, Federal Agencies Say

An alert warns hospitals and healthcare providers that there is "credible information of an increased and imminent cybercrime threat.&...

Adriana Rivas: Pinochet-era kidnap suspect 'eligible for extradition'

Chilean woman Adriana Rivas was allegedly involved in seven kidnappings before moving to Australia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2...

Tony Chung: Hong Kong activist detained near US embassy charged

Tony Chung was detained as he reportedly planned to claim asylum at the US consulate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2HAmSpS

NFL Week 8 Predictions: Our Picks Against the Spread

Lamar Jackson will look for room to run against unbeaten Pittsburgh, San Francisco will try to hand Seattle a losing streak and it’s Tua Tim...

US Election 2020: Trump slams lockdowns, Biden accuses him of insulting victims

The president says Mr Biden will cancel family gatherings, while the Democrat pledges to follow science. from BBC News - World https://ift...

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Fox News Breaking News Alert WATCH: Joe Biden's brother Jim refuses to answer questions about family’s business dealings 10/28/20 6:...

Al-Qaeda still 'heavily embedded' within Taliban in Afghanistan, UN official warns

A senior UN official says the Taliban is still tied to al-Qaeda in Afghanistan, in spite of US deal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...

US election: 'Our kids died in the Parkland shooting, but we disagree on guns'

The parents of two Parkland victims share different views on the issue of gun violence in the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2HJ...

US election 2020: What to look out for on election night

Americans will pick their next president on 3 November. Here's what to look for as results roll in. from BBC News - World https://ift....

Utah Jazz to Sell Majority Stake to Tech Entrepreneur Ryan Smith

The Miller family, which has owned at least 50 percent of the team since 1985, has agreed to sell a majority interest to Ryan Smith, a billi...

'None Of This Has Been Easy': Melbourne, Australia, Ends Its 111-Day Lockdown

The city recorded zero new coronavirus cases on Monday, for the first time since June. "Now is the time to congratulate every single V...

Mali Radisson Blu attack: Two Islamists sentenced to death

Two Islamists are convicted of carrying out two attacks targeting foreigners, in which 25 people died. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...

Facebook, Twitter and Google face questions from US senators

Heads of Facebook, Google and Twitter defend a key piece of internet law, in front of senators. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35G2L...

US Election 2020: Will America's race issue decide the next president?

The BBC's Clive Myrie goes to the crucial state of Arizona, where black votes could decide who wins. from BBC News - World https://ift...

Animal Crossing: 'My sister lives on in a video game'

Tending to her sister's virtual town in Animal Crossing helps Meredith Myers keep her memory alive and cope with her grief. from BBC N...

End Sars protests: 'I felt I was going to die there'

Ephraim, a British-Nigerian activist at the heart of the End Sars protests in Lagos, talks about what he saw. from BBC News - World https:...

Great Barrier Reef: Scientists find reef taller than Empire State Building

Standing 500m (1,640ft) tall, the "blade-like" reef was found off Australia's far north. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...

Ankhi Das: Facebook India's policy head quits amid hate speech row

Ankhi Das was at the centre of recent allegations that Facebook allowed hate speech on its platform. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...

World Series: LA Dodgers beat Tampa Bay Rays to triumph for first time since 1988

The Los Angeles Dodgers win their first World Series in 32 years, beating the Tampa Bay Rays 3-1 to secure a 4-2 win in the best-of-seven ch...

In Canada, Hockey Struggles to Return Amid the Pandemic

Because of concerns about the coronavirus, two of the three top junior leagues have yet to start their seasons. One of them may be allowed t...

Kyler Murray Is Leading the Arizona Cardinals on a Joy Ride

The second-year quarterback is thriving in Coach Kliff Kingsbury’s hot rod offense, leading his team to a shocking overtime win against Seat...

Polls open in Tanzania's general election

Voting begins amid nationwide reports of social media restrictions, plus violence in Zanzibar. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2HwBcj7

Police officer raiding illegal cockfight gets killed by rooster

Lt Christine Bolok was struck by a gaffed rooster on his left thigh, slicing his femoral artery. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35D9...

Kim Kardashian 'humbly' has 40th birthday party on private island

The reality star says she held the trip "after two weeks of multiple health screens and asking everyone to quarantine". from BBC...

Oklahoma Ice Storm Leaves 300,000 Without Power

The early-season arrival of a mix of rain, snow, sleet, freezing rain and gusty winds, which first struck on Monday night, caught public uti...

Justin Turner Was Pulled From Game 6 After Positive Virus Test

The positive test was announced on the broadcast after the end of the game, which the Dodgers won to clinch the World Series title. from N...

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L.A. Dodgers Win World Series In Game 6, Defeating Tampa Bay 3-1

It was the end of a pandemic-shortened season of only 60 games. Los Angeles won for the first time in 32 years. (Image credit: David J. Ph...

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Night 2: Police report 1,000 looters ransacking businesses after deadly police shooting 10/27/20 6:05 PM

Orange County wildfires 'may have been started by electrical equipment'

Local utility company Southern California Edison its equipment might have sparked the blaze. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/37HxNbQ

Surviving a week in Afghanistan

One violent week in a long war. Here are some of those who died and those who survived. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2HF3FmM

US election: The Taiwan-sized challenge facing the next US president

China's ambition to retake Taiwan - possibly by force - could become a major flashpoint with the US. from BBC News - World https://ift...

Seychelles elections: How a priest rose to become president

Wavel Ramkalawan brings his party in from 43 years in opposition to lead the island nation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3mw1vF0

World Series Game 6: Live Updates

The Los Angeles Dodgers are seeking to wrap up their first championship in more than three decades, while the Tampa Bay Rays are hoping to e...

'Invasive' exams affected women from 10 flights says Australia

The female passengers were searched without consent in Qatar after an abandoned baby was found from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kyR2ry

US election: The sinking island voting for Trump

Tangier Island is on the frontline of climate change but residents say saving jobs now is the priority. from BBC News - World https://ift....

US election 2020: The five Senate races to watch

The battle for control of the Senate is as consequential as the race for the White House. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jteMMw

US election: A generational divide over Trump among Vietnamese-Americans

Young Vietnamese-Americans see things differently to elders who settled in US after the Vietnam War. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...

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Fox News Breaking News Alert WATCH: Ex-Hunter Biden associate Tony Bobulinski joins Tucker Carlson Tonight live right now 10/27/20 5:00 PM

Another Double Amputee’s Fight for the Olympics Is Dealt a Major Setback

Blake Leeper says his prostheses level the playing field. But World Athletics has successfully argued that they give him an unfair advantage...

Pakistan blast: At least seven dead in Peshawar school attack

Dozens of others were injured in the attack during a class in the city of Peshawar, police said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/37Ey...

HSBC to accelerate restructure plan to slash costs

The bank is yet to say if it will shed more jobs beyond the 35,000 it flagged earlier this year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31NR...

Fight Against Colorado's 2 Largest-Ever Fires Continues, Aided By Snow

The fires are burning across more than 400,000 acres and have reached Rocky Mountain National Park. (Image credit: U.S. Forest Service/AP)...

Covid: Protests erupt across Italy over anti-virus measures

Police clashed with demonstrators in Milan, Turin and Naples shortly after new rules came into force. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...

Eli Lilly Ends Coronavirus Antibody Treatment Trial, Other Studies Go On

The trial studied the efficacy of bamlanivimab and remdesivir on hospitalized COVID-19 patients - the same therapies given to President Tru...

Djab Wurrung tree: Anger over sacred Aboriginal tree bulldozed for highway

Aboriginal Australians condemn the destruction of the tree, which holds particular importance to women. from BBC News - World https://ift....

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Fox News Breaking News Alert WATCH: Amy Coney Barrett sworn in as Supreme Court associate justice at White House ceremony 10/26/20 6:06 PM

France targets radical Islam amid row with Turkey

President Macron's crackdown on Islamists causes political waves at home and abroad. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oxFOG4

Social media: Is it really biased against US Republicans?

Many conservative Americans believe Facebook and Twitter are biased against them, despite denials. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35...

Qian Xuesen: The scientist deported from the US who helped China into space

A Chinese rocket scientist helped two superpowers reach the moon, but his story is remembered in only one of them. from BBC News - World h...

The inventor inspired by wanting to keep his daughter safe

Kim Kyeong Yeon developed his virus-destroying machine after his child injured herself. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2JaPfLF

Trump and Africa: How Ethiopia was 'betrayed' over Nile dam

The US president has sided with Egypt in the escalating dispute over a mega dam, analysts say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35G7bp7

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Senate confirms ACB as an associate justice on the nation's highest court solidifying conservative tilt ...

Orange County Fires: 2 Firefighters Critically Injured In Fast-Moving Blazes

Strong wind gusts are battering the region, spreading wildfires across Southern California. Officials said the wounded firefighters suffere...

Senate Confirms Amy Coney Barrett To The Supreme Court

The 48-year-old judge solidifies the court's conservative majority, filling Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's seat just about a week be...

Amy Coney Barrett confirmed to US Supreme Court

Donald Trump scores pre-election win as US Senate confirms Amy Coney Barrett as Supreme Court judge. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...

US Election 2020: Trump's border wall and the battle over immigration

Will Trump’s promise to build a wall along the Mexico border help or hinder his attempt to win four more years? from BBC News - World http...

Beached: Can rescuers save this dolphin in time?

Hundreds of dolphins beach each year, but this US team has dramatically improved survival rates from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Ts6a...

US election 2020: What does it cost and who pays for it?

With presidential candidates spending billions of dollars to win, the world's most powerful job doesn't come cheap. from BBC News ...

US election 2020: Could postal voting upend the US election?

The huge number voting this way injects massive uncertainty into the White House race. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Tuhk2u

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Fox News Breaking News Alert WATCH LIVE: Senate voting to confirm Amy Coney Barrett to Supreme Court after testy nomination battle 10/26...

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Fox News Breaking News Alert WATCH LIVE: Senate voting to confirm Amy Coney Barrett to Supreme Court after testy nomination battle 10/26...

An Algorithm Blocked Kidney Transplants to Black Patients

A formula for assessing the gravity of kidney disease is one of many that is adjusted for race. The practice can exacerbate health dispariti...

Hunter Douglas Duette PowerView smart shade review: Ultimate luxury, sophistication, and privacy

This motorized smart shade protects your privacy without blocking any light or your view. from Macworld https://ift.tt/31Jf3on

The best smart shades: These luxurious window treatments blend high tech with high fashion

Smart, motorized shades and blinds cost a pretty penny, but do they ever bring the wow. from Macworld https://ift.tt/3gjMXWi

Pakistan's PM asks Facebook to ban Islamophobic content

It comes a day after Imran Khan accused French President Emmanuel Macron of "attacking Islam". from BBC News - World https://ift...

5 Things To Watch In The Final Week Of The 2020 Presidential Campaign

The home stretch of a presidential campaign is anxiety-producing. But there are some clues for how the race might be going, from where the ...

Colleges Turn To Wastewater Testing In An Effort To Flush Out The Coronavirus

Wastewater offers an ideal testing opportunity for colleges: People often poop where they live; colleges know who lives in each dorm; and t...

For Trump, Conservative Catholics Are The New Evangelicals

The president's campaign now realizes it was not white evangelicals who got Trump elected in 2016 but conservative Catholics. (Image c...

Election Stress Getting To You? 4 Ways To Keep Calm

Doom-scrolling much? Nearly 70% of Americans report feeling stressed about politics. We're sleepless and irritable, and our heads hurt....

As a Coach and a Cop in Minneapolis, Where Would He Draw the Line?

While his city struggles with the pandemic and wounds laid bare by George Floyd’s killing, Charles Adams embodies the everyday people trying...

China Communist Party plenum kicks off in Beijing

The three-day meeting comes amid speculation that President Xi intends to be 'President-for-life'. from BBC News - World https://i...

The Erasure of Arsenal's Mesut Özil

A year ago, he was one of the Premier League’s highest-paid players. Now, after angering China and refusing a pay cut, he has simply vanishe...

'We're not going to control pandemic' admits Trump's chief of staff

Chief of Staff Mark Meadows says Covid can only be defeated through vaccines and other "mitigation areas". from BBC News - World...

Covid-19: China tests entire city of Kashgar in Xinjiang

Kashgar city officials say around 4.7m people will be tested over a few days. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31JLoeZ

Clayton Kershaw Steadies Dodgers and Puts a World Series Within Reach

Los Angeles rebounded after a wild loss on Saturday to beat the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 5 and move to within one win of a championship. fro...

Jubilation as Chile votes to rewrite constitution

An overwhelming majority vote to tear up the dictatorship-era constitution and create a new one. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3olq...

Covid-19: US pulls plan to give early vaccine to Santa Claus

Santa, Mrs Claus and elves all would have received early access in exchange for promoting vaccinations. from BBC News - World https://ift....

'I went to school and woke up in intensive care'

Some children who fell seriously ill in Malaysia when they inhaled toxic gases in 2019 say they are still suffering. from BBC News - World...

US election: 'Help! Everyone around me disagrees with my politics'

Paul and Kayleah live in two different political bubbles, but they've found a place to vent online. from BBC News - World https://ift....

France urges Arab nations to prevent boycotts over Macron's cartoons defence

President Macron's comments about "Islamist separatism" have angered some in the Muslim world. from BBC News - World https:/...

Egypt sex attacks fuel 'feminist revolution'

Women and girls are fighting back against sexual harassment like never before. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TnCcIm

US election 2020: Indian and Pakistani diaspora rally together

The countries share a hostile history but in the US the election campaign has brought them together. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...

Tanzania elections: Why pop stars are hailing President Magufuli

Hugely popular "bongo flava" musicians are kept on a tight leash when it comes to politics. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...

Europe Imposes New Restrictions As COVID-19 Cases Soar

Amid a second wave of coronavirus infections, many European countries are introducing curfews and lockdowns. (Image credit: Michel Euler/A...

Doha airport in Qatar 'examined women internally' after newborn baby found

Thirteen Australians were reportedly among those inspected after a newborn was found in Doha, Qatar. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...

From civil rights to Smethwick: Why was Malcolm X in the West Midlands?

Why was the civil rights activist in a small industrial town in the Midlands? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/37FfR1y

Swimming with sharks at Bondi Beach

Two Grey Nurse sharks were feeding on a large school of salmon while swimmers had a morning dip. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/37Bx...

On the Week of the Election, Social Media Must Go Dark

CEOs should voluntarily shut down their platforms to help stanch the spread of misinformation—and protect democracy. from Feed: All Latest...

Scientists Discover the First Room-Temperature Superconductor

Physicists finally achieved the long-sought goal, but there’s a catch: Their compound requires crushing pressures to keep from falling apart...

4 Ways to Sell or Trade In Your Old iPhone

If you plan to upgrade to Apple's new models, don't forget to cash in on your old one. from Feed: All Latest https://ift.tt/2HZpgDx

Election 2020: Latinx Women's Vote Could Affect The Outcome

"It's the dehumanizing rhetoric President Trump uses when referring to immigrants," that drove Lourdes Vázquez to become a U.S...

Dr Fauci: Covid vaccine could come by end of 2020

The US government scientist says we should know if a vaccine is "safe and effective" by December. from BBC News - World https://...

Seychelles election: Wavel Ramkalawan in landmark win

The opposition wins the presidency for the first time since independence from the UK. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oory2v

'Murder hornet': First nest found in US eradicated with vacuum hose

The Asian giant hornets can wipe out a colony of honeybees in hours. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31FkXHc

Europe's streets empty again

With infections rising across Europe, tighter Covid restrictions are being enforced. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31FU8m8

Misty Copeland: Ballet’s listening after George Floyd

Radio 1 Newsbeat hears from dancers about how the Black Lives Matter movement has changed ballet. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/34q...

I Didn’t Want to Love Zooming on My Facebook Portal—but I Do

Stop trying to duct-tape a ring light to your laptop, and get yourself a dedicated videophone. from Feed: All Latest https://ift.tt/3orUbvR

How to Clean Up Your Digital History

There are plenty of reasons to declutter your online traces. Here's how to tidy up. from Feed: All Latest https://ift.tt/3jASfO1

The Unsinkable Maddie Stone, Google's Bug-Hunting Badass

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Nuclear weapons treaty: Campaigners hail new era for nuclear disarmament

A 50th nation ratifies a key UN treaty and it will come into force - but five major powers are missing. from BBC News - World https://ift....

UFC champion Nurmagomedov retires after victory

Lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov retires from the UFC after beating Justin Gaethje in the second round in Abu Dhabi. from BBC News...

Sports Came Back in 2020. Now Comes the Hard Part.

Aggressive coronavirus testing made the restart of professional sports possible, but the financial pain of empty arenas lingers and plans fo...

Rays Stun the Dodgers With a Chaotic Walk-Off Win in Game 4

The Dodgers needed one more out to take a 3-1 lead in the Series, but they made two mistakes on a wild final play that gave the Rays a memor...

Pence Chief Of Staff Tests Positive For The Coronavirus

Marc Short, the top aide to Vice President Pence, entered quarantine after testing positive on Saturday, Pence's office said. Pence, who...

Samsung Group titan Lee Kun-hee dies aged 78

Mr Lee helped to grow his father's small trading business into a global industrial powerhouse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2T...

France recalls Turkey envoy after Erdogan says Macron needs 'mental check'

France recalls its ambassador after President Erdogan suggests French leader needs "mental check". from BBC News - World https:/...

Dussehra: Covid-19 forces grand Hindu festival to go online

The pandemic has interrupted a centuries-old Indian tradition, the yearly performance of an ancient Hindu epic. from BBC News - World http...

Week In Politics: Breaking Down Trump And Biden's Last Presidential Debate

With the election fast approaching we discuss the implications of this week's debate between President Trump and Joe Biden. from News...

Robocalls, Rumors And Emails: Last-Minute Election Disinformation Floods Voters

Dirty tricks and disinformation have been used to intimidate and mislead voters in the past. But they have been especially pervasive this y...

Clashes in Naples over possible Covid-19 lockdown

Protests broke out after the region's leader suggested that Campania should go into full lockdown. from BBC News - World https://ift.t...

Osiris-Rex: Nasa probe risks losing asteroid sample after door jams

The Osiris-Rex spacecraft collected so much rock from asteroid Bennu that bits are leaking out. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35p0A...

It's OK to Play One Game Forever

If you ignore new releases or your massive backlog to return to that one comfort game after a long day, don't feel bad about it. You'...

The 14 Best Weekend Deals on Cold Weather Gear, TVs, and More

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The man who taught Uber how to say sorry

Economist John List had a bad ride with Uber and never got an apology, so he showed them the best way to do it. from BBC News - World http...

U.S. Records Highest Number Of Coronavirus Cases In 1 Day Since Pandemic Began

Cases of the virus have been rising in the U.S. since mid-September. (Image credit: Elaine Thompson/AP) from News : NPR https://ift.tt/...

Covid-19: Poland President Duda tests positive for virus

Andrzej Duda, 48, contracts coronavirus as his country hits a daily record of new cases. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2IRjR4v

Coronavirus: Clashes in Naples over tightening restrictions

Hundreds protested in the southern Italian city, some throwing firecrackers and smoke bombs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TnWCRQ

George Floyd protests: 'Boogaloo' member held in precinct attack

A member of an extremist group has been charged with rioting during the May George Floyd protests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d...

World Series: Dodgers Top the Rays in Game 3 With a Stellar Pitching Performance

Walker Buehler delivered an outstanding performance on the mound, allowing one run and three hits while collecting 10 strikeouts. from NYT...

World Series: Dodgers Top the Rays in Game 3 With a Stellar Pitching Performance

Walker Buehler delivered an outstanding performance on the mound, allowing one run and three hits while collecting 10 strikeouts. from NYT...

Antonio Brown Plans to Visit Buccaneers as His Suspension Nears Its End

Brown, who has not played since Week 2 last season, still faces an N.F.L. investigation into accusations that he sexually assaulted his form...

U.F.C. 254: What to Watch for From Nurmagomedov and Gaethje

Khabib Nurmagomedov will fight Justin Gaethje in a highly anticipated main event that was not on the radar at the start of 2020. from NYT ...

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Coronavirus: US cases reach record high amid new wave of infections

Over 83,000 infections were reported on Friday, with death and hospitalisation numbers also rising. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2...

US Election 2020: Biden seeks to clarify remark on ending oil

The Democrat says he meant fossil fuel subsidies, as Mr Trump claims it was a serious gaffe. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3kl8ZtD

Nagorno-Karabakh conflict: 'Execution' video prompts war crime probe

A video posted on social media appears to show the execution of two Armenian prisoners by troops from Azerbaijan. from BBC News - World ht...

How the End Sars protests have changed Nigeria forever

The campaign against police brutality has encouraged young Nigerians to take on the older generation. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt...

United Nations at 75 plagued by new crises and cash crunch

Faced with wars, climate change and a pandemic, the United Nations is struggling to make an impact. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2...

Chile's choice: Out with the old, in with the new?

After a year of often violent protests, Chileans get to decide whether they want a new constitution. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...

The Indian doctor taking care of thousands of elephants

Kushal Kunwar Sharma is affectionately known as the "elephant doctor" in India's wildlife community. from BBC News - World h...

Nigeria End Sars protest: Key protest group says stay at home

The Feminist Coalition also advises people to follow any curfews in place in their states. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3knGZW5

Bihar elections: Crowds throng rallies amid coronavirus fear

Experts say that flouting coronavirus safety rules at rallies can have devastating consequences. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2HkP...

US election 2020: Kristen Welker was 'clear winner' on social media

The NBC correspondent is labelled "clear winner" for the way she led the final presidential debate. from BBC News - World https:...

Poland abortion ruling: Police use pepper spray against protesters

Pepper spray is used against crowds in Warsaw after Thursday's controversial court ruling. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ju05cc

US Election 2020: Voters react to final Trump-Biden debate

Two Biden voters. Two Trump voters. Two undecided voters. Did the final debate change any minds? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35pc...

Presidential debate: Second Trump v Biden debate in pictures

Donald Trump and Joe Biden went head-to-head in the second and final US presidential debate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jnrbS7

Coronavirus: North Korea warnings over 'yellow dust coming from China'

There is no known link between the seasonal dust clouds and Covid-19 but Pyongyang is on high alert. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...

US election 2020: Trump and Biden final debate fact-checked

The final face off between Donald Trump and Joe Biden covered a wide range of issues from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/31xblOC

South Korea deaths 'not linked' to flu vaccination drive

Officials say the country's vaccination drive continues and that several recent deaths are unrelated. from BBC News - World https://if...

Winter Sports Athletes Are Crisscrossing Europe for Races. Is That a Good Idea?

A World Cup schedule demands what medical experts have been advising against since March — large group gatherings and international travel. ...

US Election 2020: Trump and Biden row over Covid, climate and racism

The bitter rivals' final TV debate was more restrained this time but there were plenty of personal jabs. from BBC News - World https:/...

Trump and Biden spar in final presidential debate

Their last time together on stage featured a much more subdued debate with real policy discussions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3...

US and North Korea: Trump and Biden clash over Kim Jong-un relationship

Biden accuses Trump of "legitimising" North Korea as Trump describes his relationship with Kim Jong-un. from BBC News - World ht...

Hunter Biden: What was he doing in Ukraine and China?

What is the background to the claims made by President Trump about Ukraine and the Bidens? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dtKE2h

Presidential debate: Trump and Biden row about Russia and China money

In the final debate, the candidates accuse each other of being involved with China and Russia deals. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...

Uber And Lyft Must Make Drivers Employees, California Court Rules

The ruling is a blow to Uber and Lyft, which have argued they are not subject to state labor law. But the court's order could still be ...

Covid: US gives full approval for antiviral remdesivir drug

The drug will be given to patients in hospitals, but the UN health agency says it has little effect. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/...

Australia child abuse: Police arrest 44 suspects and rescue 16 children

The arrests took place across the country and 16 children were "removed from harm", police say. from BBC News - World https://if...

Brexit: Why is fishing a stumbling block in the trade talks?

Fishing is one of the key stumbling blocks preventing a trade deal between the UK and EU. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oldSoK

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