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Wednesday, 7 February 2018
EU migration chief hits out at ‘sick minds’ over Greece bribery probe http://ift.tt/2Bg1r7G
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US Senate reaches two-year budget deal http://ift.tt/2Bi7t86
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Lana Del Rey's defiant response to stalker http://ift.tt/2EmFaY1
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Germany coalition deal: A marriage of convenience, not love http://ift.tt/2Bij4nC
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EU migration chief hits out at ‘sick minds’ over Greece bribery probe
Commissioner Avramopoulos hits out over allegations of pharmaceutical price-fixing.
Food may influence cancer spread
Study slowed breast cancer spread by blocking the nutrient asparagine.
What makes a military parade?
President Donald Trump has said he wants the Pentagon to organise a military parade. Here's how other countries do it.
US Senate reaches two-year budget deal
The budget bill will "break the long cycle of spending crises" says Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer.
Lana Del Rey's defiant response to stalker
"You can't let one person stop you from doing your favorite things," she told the crowd in Atlanta.
Skiers and snowboards in the Paris snow
People have been making the most of the icy reception at the French capital's usual tourist hotspots.
Pop legends plan 'final' tours - but does farewell mean farewell?
Sir Elton, Paul Simon and now Ozzy Osbourne have announced their last tours - but will they stick?
Dozens charged for Infraud cyber-crime site http://ift.tt/2ENYRWa
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California judge sides with baker in 'gay cake' row http://ift.tt/2sg2YI1
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Brexit: Britons' citizenship case to be taken to European court http://ift.tt/2nTKVSO
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Colleagues work 3,300 extra hours for dad with cancer son http://ift.tt/2BgnjQn
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Dozens charged for Infraud cyber-crime site
Thirty-six people are charged for their alleged involvement in running a giant cyber-crime site.
California judge sides with baker in 'gay cake' row
A California judge rules that a Christian bakery owner can refuse wedding cakes to gay couples.
Brexit: Britons' citizenship case to be taken to European court
Post-Brexit citizenship will be discussed at the European court following a landmark ruling.
Colleagues work 3,300 extra hours for dad with cancer son
They donated 3,300 hours so a German father could be with his four-year-old son who has cancer.
Deepfake pornographic videos banned by Twitter http://ift.tt/2C2UaVr
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South Africa's Jacob Zuma could quit within days - ANC
The head of South Africa's ruling ANC is in direct talks with President Zuma over a power transfer.
Deepfake pornographic videos banned by Twitter
Videos that merge celebrities faces with explicit sexual activity are blocked by the social network.
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Syria war: Israel 'strikes Damascus military complex' http://ift.tt/2FWaOZv
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Criticism of Poland's Holocaust law grows http://ift.tt/2C0JTcJ
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Old Ethiopian plane becomes cafe in the Oromia region http://ift.tt/2BJbJye
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North Korea leader's sister takes 'real power' south to Olympics http://ift.tt/2E8l9VH
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Syria war: Israel 'strikes Damascus military complex'
Missiles reportedly hit ammunition depots in a complex housing a suspected chemical weapons facility.
Criticism of Poland's Holocaust law grows
France says the controversial new law is "ill advised", joining protests led by the US and Israel.
Rush hour power cut hits Caracas
Many commuters were forced to walk home as 10 metro stations closed and buses were overcrowded.
Old Ethiopian plane becomes cafe in the Oromia region
Customers flock to the Ethiopian cafe for its unusual setting and homemade honey wine.
Facebook executive: My son asked if I am going to die
Nicola Mendelsohn is living with a currently incurable form of blood cancer.
North Korea leader's sister takes 'real power' south to Olympics
Kim Yo-jong is the first legitimate descendant of North Korea's founder to visit the south.
Kenya deports Miguna Miguna over Odinga 'swearing-in' http://ift.tt/2BJYBcd
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How the world reacted to Elon Musk's Falcon Heavy launch http://ift.tt/2BLwbi3
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Kenya deports Miguna Miguna over Odinga 'swearing-in'
Miguna Miguna helped opposition leader Raila Odinga during his unofficial inauguration.
How the world reacted to Elon Musk's Falcon Heavy launch
Social media reacts to the world's most powerful rocket making its maiden flight.
Australian MP reveals mum never came back http://ift.tt/2GW69be
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German parties 'clinch coalition deal' http://ift.tt/2BhR17s
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German parties 'clinch coalition deal'
An agreement looks set to end months of wrangling since inconclusive elections in September.
Australian MP reveals mum never came back
Susan Lamb gives a tearful speech about her childhood to explain why she cannot access key papers.
Meet Cheddar Man: Face of prehistoric Brit
A scientific reconstruction shows the stone age Briton had dark skin and blue eyes.
North Korea leader's sister to visit South for Olympics http://ift.tt/2nLFVzo
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Indian inquiry into doctor 'spreading HIV' http://ift.tt/2E86t98
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Bottle scheme that could save the oceans http://ift.tt/2BImLnB
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Trump tells Pentagon to plan military parade in Washington http://ift.tt/2E7A5DD
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Taiwan quake: Residents rescued from tilted building http://ift.tt/2nRJgNc
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North Korea leader's sister to visit South for Olympics
The influential Kim Yo-jong will attend the opening of the Winter Olympics, officials say.
Elon Musk's Falcon Heavy rocket launches successfully
The world's most powerful rocket successfully lifts clear of its pad on historic maiden flight.
How Elon Musk sent his car into orbit
The rocket's payload is Elon Musk's own Tesla, and two of the three rocket segments have landed.
Trump tells Pentagon to plan military parade in Washington
The president was reportedly so impressed by a ceremony in France he wants one for the US.
Taiwan earthquake: Series of powerful aftershocks hit Hualien
Residents have been told to stay away from their homes and hundreds are in shelters.
Taiwan quake: Residents rescued from tilted building
Rescuers are pulling out people trapped inside a partially collapsed quake-hit building in Taiwan.
Indian inquiry into doctor 'spreading HIV'
The suspect allegedly used one syringe, which is believed to have infected 33 people.
Game of Thrones creators handed Star Wars project
David Benioff and DB Weiss will make their own Star Wars film series after their TV show ends.
Pakistan court to deliver 'blasphemy' murder verdict
Mashal Khan was killed by a mob at his university after false accusations, in a case which caused outage.
Asia markets follow Wall Street higher
Stocks in Asia rallied on Wednesday as investors returned to markets after a day of heavy losses.
US casino mogul quits amid harassment claims
Steve Wynn resigns as chairman of Wynn Resorts amid allegations of sexual misconduct.
Syria: 'When I was hit by the gas I couldn't breathe or talk'
The UN's investigating reports bombs containing chlorine were used against civilians in parts of Syria.
South Africa: ANC holds 'fruitful' talks with President Zuma
A key meeting about the South African president's future is delayed after "fruitful discussions".
Brazil police arrest sect members for enslavement
Church leaders are accused of seizing followers' possessions then forcing them into unpaid work.
The tech making fashion accessible for disabled people
Open Style Lab combines technology and fashion to make clothing more accessible for disabled people.
Bottle scheme that could save the oceans
As the scale of plastic pollution in the world's oceans becomes ever more apparent, could bottle deposit schemes help turn the tide?
Does your holiday pass the human rights test?
Should we pick our holiday destinations for their ethical credentials? And if so, where would we go?
North Korea at the Winter Olympics: All you need to know
Skaters, cheerleaders, and political games - the guide to North Korea at the Winter Olympics.
Why Justin Timberlake is facing a backlash
Reviews of Justin Timberlake's new album have been brutal. What did he do wrong?
Why South Africa's Zuma is under pressure: Six key dates
Jacob Zuma's future may be decided in the coming days. This is why.
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The 17-day ordeal comes to an end after it is confirmed all 12 boys and their coach have been rescued.
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Stoke City are well beaten by newly promoted Wigan Athletic as the winless Championship start goes on for Gary Rowett's Potters.
