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WhatsApp suffers 2018's first major global outage, lasts almost an hour
WhatsApp, a popular messaging service owned by Facebook, suffered a global outage for about an hour on...
Facebook apologises for mistakes in removing hate speech
Facebook has apologised after an investigation exposed inconsistencies by moderators in removing offensive posts reported by the social network's users. The investigation reported by ProPublica this week showed that in one case Facebook censors, called content reviewers, approved a picture of a...
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A look at the year of bitcoin
Bitcoin came into its own in 2017. The digital currency - which was created nearly nine years ago - became a highflying investment vehicle, prompting much discussion about its existence, how to capitalise on its rise and the mania surrounding cryptocurrency. READ MORE: * Bitcoin gains looks like...
China recovers $112m in misused poverty relief funds
BEIJING: Chinese authorities have recouped 730 million yuan ($112.20 million) in misappropriated funds as part of an investigation into the country ´s national poverty-reduction...
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CJP asks milk firms to be fair to public
LAHORE: Chief Justice of Pakistan Mian Saqib Nisar issued on Thursday a strict warning to milk producing companies to stop misleading the innocent people and clearly mention on their products what they actually are. Heading a two-judge bench at the Lahore registry, the chief justice said that he...
Here are three super foods that can help you lose belly fat fast
London: Super foods can help you to detox after overindulging during the festive period and a nutritionist has answered debate over which 'super food' is best, analysing the benefits of green tea, turmeric and cocoa just in time for New Year's resolutions to come into effect. All three...
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How art classes on Saturdays are helping disadvantaged schoolchildren in Mumbai
Saturday Art Class helps 1,200 students practise values through art while giving them a space to be children. As a Teach for India fellow, Manasi Mehan would ask her students about their daily routine, in an attempt to teach them concepts of time. The children would describe their days: waking up,...
Scholars call for release of detained Maoist in China
Hundreds of Chinese scholars, students and journalists have signed a petition calling for a leftist intellectual to be released from police custody in a case that shows how Beijing's crackdown on civil society extends across the political spectrum. Zhang Yunfan, a recent graduate...
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Victoria Azarenka to miss ASB Classic in Auckland due to ongoing custody dispute
A continuing custody dispute has prevented two-time Australian Open champion Victoria Azarenka from resuming her tennis career at the ASB Classic in...
Legendary sportscaster Dick Enberg dies at 82
Dick Enberg, whose 60-plus year Emmy Award winning career as a sports broadcaster included a long run with the Angels and Rams in the 1960s and ’70s, died of an apparent heart attack at his home Thursday morning in La Jolla. He was 82. The San Diego Union Tribune confirmed Enberg’s death...
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Virgil van Dijk completes £75m Liverpool move: ‘I can’t do anything about the price’
• Dutch defender officially seals world-record transfer from Southampton...
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola calls for English referees to protect players
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has demanded more protection for players after seeing Kevin De Bruyne narrowly avoid serious injury as his side’s 18-game winning streak came to an end. De Bruyne was stretchered off after being hacked down by Crystal Palace’s Jason Puncheon as City...
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Will 2017 Be Remembered For “Make America Great Again,” Or Start Making America Accountable?
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Will 2017 Be Remembered For “Make America Great Again,” Or Start Making America Accountable?
Will 2017 Be Remembered For “Make America Great Again,” Or Start Making America Accountable?
Article by WN.Com Correspondent Dallas Darling It might not go down in history as another major change in individual rights like the American Revolution, and of a government whose primary purpose is to protect...
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Marijuana now legal in California
Marijuana now legal in California
The arrival of the new year in California has brought with it broad legalisation of marijuana, a much-anticipated change that comes two decades after the state was the first to allow pot for medical use. The US's most...
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British family of five killed in Sydney plane crash
British family of five killed in Sydney plane crash
Mr Cousins, 58, was CEO of FTSE 100 company Compass Group – the world’s largest catering company. (Picture: Simon Dawson/ Bloomberg via WorldPhotos.com) A British family killed in a plane crash in Sydney, have...
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Hollywood after Weinstein: ‘The animals have no choice but to be civilized’
Hollywood after Weinstein: ‘The animals have no choice but to be civilized’
Actors, producers and writers voice optimism amid a backlash against sexual misconduct...
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Over 5,000 Muslims killed in Boko Haram violence, reveals Islamic body data
Over 5,000 Muslims killed in Boko Haram violence, reveals Islamic body data
[Nigeria], Jan. 01 (ANI): Up to 5,247 Muslims have been killed in the Boko Haram violence in seven local government areas of Adamawa town in northern Nigeria between 2013 and 2017. According to local media reports, the...
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Costa Rican plane crash kills 12, including 10 US citizens
Costa Rican plane crash kills 12, including 10 US citizens
SAN JOSE: A Costa Rican plane crashed into woodland off a popular tourist beach on Sunday, killing 10 US citizens and two local pilots, the Costa Rican government said. The accident occurred in the mountainous area off...
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Pope Francis laments wars, injustices that 'ruined' 2017 at New Year's Eve prayer service
Pope Francis laments wars, injustices that 'ruined' 2017 at New Year's Eve prayer service
Vatican City, Jan 01: Bidding 2017 farewell, Pope Francis on Sunday decried wars, injustices, social and environmental degradation and other man-made ills which he said spoiled the year. Francis presided at a New Year's...
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US foolishly gave billions to Pakistan, got lies in return, says Donald Trump
US foolishly gave billions to Pakistan, got lies in return, says Donald Trump
Issuing a tough warning to Pakistan, US President Donald Trump on Monday alleged that this South Asian nation has given America nothing but lies and deceit and...
Why America needs Mitt Romney
Why America needs Mitt Romney
Mitt Romney: Your country needs you. The 2012 Republican presidential nominee has been reluctant to announce a primary challenge to Sen. Orrin G. Hatch of Utah,...
Hear About the American ISIS Fighter Caught in Iraq? No?
Hear About the American ISIS Fighter Caught in Iraq? No?
Every year important news stories come and go with too few people taking notice, but the chaos (not to mention the scandal and corruption) of the Trump...
At least eight dead as passenger boat capsizes in Indonesia
At least eight dead as passenger boat capsizes in Indonesia
At least eight people died and several others remain missing after a passenger boat capsized off the coast of Borneo on Monday, an official said, in the latest...
Pregnant Venezuelan teen fatally shot in holiday food line
Pregnant Venezuelan teen fatally shot in holiday food line
CARACAS: A pregnant 18-year-old Venezuelan woman was fatally shot in the head early Sunday in Caracas as she waited in line at a National Guard outpost to buy...
Four jawans, three terrorists killed in attack on CRPF camp
Four jawans, three terrorists killed in attack on CRPF camp
The 185th battalion camp of the Central Reserve Police Force, which was stormed by terrorists in Pulwama on Sunday. Pic/PTI Heavily armed terrorists yesterday...
Several hurt in New Year celebratory firing in Karachi
Several hurt in New Year celebratory firing in Karachi
[Pakistan], Jan 1 (ANI): Several people, including a woman, were injured in celebratory firing in Karachi, when the city welcomed the New Year. "We received...
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Terrorism will continue to thrive while the Middle East remains a pit of despotism
Terrorism will continue to thrive while the Middle East remains a pit of despotism
I always say to Lebanese friends that my crystal ball was broken many years ago. But so...
Total cost of Hurricane Irma remains a moving target
Total cost of Hurricane Irma remains a moving target
How much damage did Hurricane Irma do in Lake County, total? Despite dozens of official types...
Goodbye to the incandescent light. Climate change means you have to go, but you'll be missed
Goodbye to the incandescent light. Climate change means you have to go, but you'll be missed
This week marks not just the start of a new year, but a bright new day for energy conservation. Or...
How to be more human in 2018? Try less.
How to be more human in 2018? Try less.
Don't worry about “making the most” of every moment, about constantly creating, commenting,...
Condo should make exception for veteran's dog: Letters
Condo should make exception for veteran's dog: Letters
Heartless decision on veteran's dog Being an elected School Board member since 2002, I have seen...
Preview 2018: Terrorism will thrive while the Middle East remains a pit of despotism
Preview 2018: Terrorism will thrive while the Middle East remains a pit of despotism
I always say to Lebanese friends that my crystal ball was broken many years ago. But so...
This new year, tell Trump: Enough
This new year, tell Trump: Enough
The point of the new year is to meet the emergency this presidency has created. ......
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