Amazon, Berkshire, JPMorgan to Create Healthcare Company
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Wednesday, 31 January 2018
New top story on Hacker News: What's Hiding Inside Egypt's Great Pyramid? Tiny Robots May Find Out
What's Hiding Inside Egypt's Great Pyramid? Tiny Robots May Find Out
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State of the Union: Trump hails 'new American moment'
The president speaks of "one American family", but Democrats say he has left the nation "fractured".
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State of the Union: Congress divided on Trump speech
The contrasting reactions to the president's speech tell the tale of a deeply divided Congress.
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I'm not a quitter, says Theresa May amid leadership questions
The PM issues a defiant response to critics, as she begins a trade mission to China.
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'Overwhelming' evidence for adding folic acid to flour
The B vitamin, which can prevent birth defects, will not harm the general public, a study says.
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Taliban threaten 70% of Afghanistan, BBC finds
The Islamist group's power and reach have surged since foreign combat troops left, the BBC finds.
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The killer whale that can say 'hello' and 'bye bye'
A killer whale that can mimic words such as "hello" is thought to be the first of its kind to copy human speech.
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Sydney seaplane crash: Sharp turn 'inexplicable', operator says
The aircraft was not on its usual path to Sydney when it crashed, killing six, the operator says.
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Drop in consumer demand hits UK car manufacturing
Lower demand in the UK and confusion over diesel policy are blamed by the industry trade body.
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'Dangerously' drunk tourists may not win insurance claims
Drinking excessive alcohol can invalidate travel insurance cover, but the burden of proof is on the insurer.
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Super blue blood moon: Get ready for a rare celestial show
A lunar eclipse, supermoon and blue moon are about to happen at once. Here's what you need to know.
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Glee actor Mark Salling, 35, found dead
The actor, who had admitted possessing child sex abuse images, is believed to have killed himself.
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Logan Paul 'more popular' than Zoella with children
Study suggests children are seeking edgier content on YouTube, their favourite online site.
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News Daily: Trump's address and May 'not a quitter'
Your morning briefing for 31 January 2018.
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The Papers: BBC pay 'backlash' and speeding 'crackdown'
The front pages report the reaction to the wage review and a police call to end "soft" treatment for speeding drivers.
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The make-up artist making designs with dead insects
Jasmine Ahumada, from California, attaches spiders and bees to her face to create her distinctive looks.
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Skywatchers await 'super blue blood Moon'
A blue blood supermoon and lunar eclipse across Asia heralds a year of lunar science milestones, say scientists.
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'Baby brain': Myth or reality?
"Four in five" women undergo changes in memory and concentration during pregnancy, new research suggests.
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RSPB Minsmere winter starling murmuration
Starlings take to the skies to create a spectacular aerial ballet before settling on roost.
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Why did this council leader just quit?
Claire Kober announced she wouldn't be standing in May's election.
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You're on the verge of losing everything - but you don’t understand why
A run of bad luck left one man struggling to make sense of the UK benefits system - and at risk of losing his home.
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Post-Brexit data sharing crucial, say ex-intelligence heads
Former intelligence chiefs say UK's security expertise should not be bargaining chip in talks with EU.
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'Forget walking 10,000 steps a day'
Experts say there is a better way to get fit than counting your steps.
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Why Ben Whishaw has murder in mind
The James Bond and Paddington star "adores" his new role as the treacherous Marcus Brutus.
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Used clothes: Why is worldwide demand declining?
As the worldwide demand for used and worn clothing plummets, what do we do with our unwanted clothes?
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Why did Kenya's Raila Odinga 'inaugurate' himself as president?
Kenya's main opposition leader stages his own "swearing-in" after two disputed elections. We explain.
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Eddie Adams' iconic Vietnam War photo: What happened next
Eddie Adams captured one of the most famous images of the Vietnam War but he was haunted by it.
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Monkeys? Humans? The ethics of testing diesel fumes
After the revelations around Volkswagen human testing, just what are the methods and regulations?
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Why is there talk about threats to Theresa May's job?
A look at the challenges facing Theresa May if she wants to remain the UK's prime minister.
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Democratic Response to SOTU
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Why Koreans Are So Good at Speedskating
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The Unabashed Beauty of Jason Brown on Ice
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What Cross-Country Skiing Reveals About the Human Condition
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The First African Team to Compete in Bobsled
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The Search for Stillness at the Heart of Biathlon
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Full Transcript and Video: Joe Kennedy Delivers Democratic Response to the State of the Union
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Trump’s Volk und Vaterland
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Trump’s Besotted Republicans
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Trump Tries for a Reset
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A ‘Feel-Good’ Room
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Word + Quiz: obstinate
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‘Gloomy.’ ‘Amazing.’ Trump’s Speech Divides the Pundits.
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State of the Union, Syria, the Moon: Your Wednesday Briefing
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What’s on TV Wednesday: ‘Animals With Cameras’ and ‘Happy!’
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Gearing Up for Distance and Form in Nordic Combined
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Melania Trump, Traveling Again Without Her Husband, Emerges at State of the Union
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Kristaps Porzingis and Enes Kanter Lead Knicks in Rout of Nets
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Corrections: January 31, 2018
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State of the Union: Trump hails 'new American moment'
The president speaks of "one American family", but Democrats say he has left the nation "fractured".
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Taliban threaten 70% of Afghanistan, BBC finds
The Islamist group's power and reach have surged since foreign combat troops left, the BBC finds.
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Pope to send envoy to investigate Chile sex abuse claims
The Vatican says it has been given new information about allegations of a bishop's alleged cover-up.
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Trump signs order to keep Guantanamo Bay prison open
The move reverses attempts by former President Barack Obama to close the controversial site.
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Hawaii false alarm: Officials quit over missile alert
Additionally the employee who sent the warning, who had a record of poor performance, is fired.
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Glee actor Mark Salling, 35, found dead
The actor, who had admitted possessing child sex abuse images, is believed to have killed himself.
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Skywatchers await 'super blue blood Moon'
A blue blood supermoon and lunar eclipse across Asia heralds a year of lunar science milestones, say scientists.
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Diane Keaton defends Woody Allen over abuse allegations
The actress says she "continues to believe" the director after claims against him resurfaced.
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Yemen separatists capture most of Aden, residents say
Yemeni cabinet ministers are reported to be holed up inside the presidential palace in Aden.
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France jogger death: Husband admits killing Alexia Daval
Three months after Alexia Daval's body was found, her husband tells police he killed her by mistake.
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Pierre Agnes: Boardriders boss goes missing at sea in France
Pierre Agnes' boat was discovered washed ashore near Biarritz on France's Atlantic coast.
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The killer whale that can say 'hello' and 'bye bye'
A killer whale that can mimic words such as "hello" is thought to be the first of its kind to copy human speech.
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State of the Union: Congress divided on Trump speech
The contrasting reactions to the president's speech tell the tale of a deeply divided Congress.
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State of the Union: Kennedy delivers response to Trump
Joseph Kennedy III attacked the president and said Democrats were speaking for all Americans.
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Taliban 'threaten 70% of Afghanistan' BBC investigation finds
The Afghan Taliban, which US-led forces spent billions of dollars trying to defeat, are now openly active in 70% of the country, a BBC study has found.
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Super blue blood moon: Get ready for a rare celestial show
A lunar eclipse, supermoon and blue moon are about to happen at once. Here's what you need to know.
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Why did Kenya's Raila Odinga 'inaugurate' himself as president?
Kenya's main opposition leader stages his own "swearing-in" after two disputed elections. We explain.
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RĂ©union island and the 'stolen children' of France
Marlène Morin was 15 when she was resettled from the island of Réunion to France. After 52 years, she finally returned.
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Top-secret Australian files 'left at second-hand shop'
Bureaucrats say they will urgently investigate a breach that has sparked both amusement and concern.
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'Emotional support peacock' barred from United Airlines plane
United Airlines refuses to let a woman in New Jersey board a plane with a peacock, citing its size.
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State of the Union: The North Korean defector at Trump's side
North Korean defector Ji Seong-ho waved his crutches to resounding applause when Trump called him up.
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Used clothes: Why is worldwide demand declining?
As the worldwide demand for used and worn clothing plummets, what do we do with our unwanted clothes?
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'I was 12 when I married a 35-year-old'
A campaign in several African countries wants to stop child brides and keep girls in education.
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The tea boss with a thirst for global domination
How businessman Tran Qui Thanh built Vietnam's largest soft drinks firm, THP, and his plans to become a worldwide brand.
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Bollywood's troubled relationship with women
Film critic Shubhra Gupta shines a spotlight on the history of sexism in Indian films.
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'Chemtrail' conspiracy theorists: The people who think governments control the weather
The first part of the BBC's series on online conspiracy theories: why some people think chemicals are dropping from the sky.
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FOX NEWS: Banana Republic customers threaten to boycott after discounted orders are canceled
Banana Republic customers threaten to boycott after discounted orders are canceled
More than a few Banana Republic’s shoppers are angry with the retailer after the store failed to honor a $50-off promotion on Monday morning.
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FOX NEWS: LuLaRoe under fire for defending retailer's video mocking disabled people
LuLaRoe under fire for defending retailer's video mocking disabled people
LuLaRoe has defended an independent retailer who mocked people with disabilities, sparking a backlash with the public and severing a partnership with the National Down Syndrome Society.
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FOX NEWS: Kate Middleton donated seven inches of hair for pediatric cancer wigs, says charity
Kate Middleton donated seven inches of hair for pediatric cancer wigs, says charity
Her most recent chop went straight to a good cause.
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FOX NEWS: Swedish teen 'in shock' after being bloodied at nightclub after rejecting man who groped her
Swedish teen 'in shock' after being bloodied at nightclub after rejecting man who groped her
He allegedly punched her in the face and hit her over the head with a bottle.
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FOX NEWS: Nearly half of Americans have already given up their fitness resolutions
Nearly half of Americans have already given up their fitness resolutions
Turns out, gymtimidation is real.
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FOX NEWS: Funny sign suggests yoga enthusiasts bend over to pick up their dog poo
Funny sign suggests yoga enthusiasts bend over to pick up their dog poo
"Known as the downward dog position"
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FOX NEWS: Woman sues Walmart over beauty product placement, says retailer is promoting 'racial stereotype'
Woman sues Walmart over beauty product placement, says retailer is promoting 'racial stereotype'
A woman is suing Walmart over racial discrimination for its alleged beauty product practices.
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FOX NEWS: Health nuts and skeptics shell out hundreds on Goops' health summit
Health nuts and skeptics shell out hundreds on Goops' health summit
Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop health summit came to town Saturday, with the actress hawking potions, lotions and arguably dangerous medical notions.
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FOX NEWS: Hope Hicks turns heads at World Economic Forum
Hope Hicks turns heads at World Economic Forum
Hope Hicks has a habit of turning heads — and she proved it once again at the World Economic Forum on Friday.
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FOX NEWS: IKEA founder Ingvar Kamprad dead at 91, company says
IKEA founder Ingvar Kamprad dead at 91, company says
Ingvar Kamprad, the IKEA founder who turned a small-scale mail order business into a global furniture empire, has died at 91, the company said Sunday.
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Insane Video: Russian Military Jet Crosses Within 5 Feet of US Navy Plane
The U.S. State Department is calling out Moscow after a close call in the sky over the Black Sea between a U.S. Navy reconnaissance plane and a Russian fighter jet.
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A 'Troubling' Policy Shift: Gov't Report on Afghanistan Shows Pentagon Blocked Key Data on War
The Defense Department told its inspector general overseeing the reconstruction of Afghanistan to hide what used to be public data on how much of the country is controlled by insurgent groups, according to a new government report.
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New top story on Hacker News: Audio Adversarial Examples
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Trump says he’s ‘100 percent’ behind releasing FISA surveillance memo
01/31/18 12:34 AM
Trump says he’s ‘100 percent’ behind releasing FISA surveillance memo
01/31/18 12:34 AM
Trump’s Boring, Utterly Terrifying Warmongering
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Tuesday, 30 January 2018
The Papers: May 'quit calls' and 'night watcher' burglar
Tuesday's front pages report 'unrest' among Tory donors and a police probe into a series of raids in the Home Counties.
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News Daily: Brexit leak and 'threats' over BBC pay queries
Your morning briefing for 30 January 2018.
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Wedding speech dilemma: Time to hear from the bride?
Meghan Markle is expected to make a speech on her wedding day - does anyone have any advice?
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Five tips to keep your app data safe online
After a fitness app "heatmap" revealed military information, what are your devices saying about you?
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The 2018 Grammys in 90 seconds
From Bruno Mars to Hillary Clinton reading an extract from a book on Trump. Here's a roundup of what happened.
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Paris residents battle floods as Seine level peaks
Some residents take to boats and kayaks as about 1,500 people are evacuated from their homes.
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I'm not a sexist - Neville
England women's new head coach Phil Neville tells BBC sports editor Dan Roan he is not a sexist and has huge respect for women.
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Is Tube travel damaging your hearing?
Transport for London say passengers are not being exposed to unsafe noise levels.
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The diabetic boxer fighting for his chance to compete
Muhammad Ali has type 1 diabetes and wants the British Boxing Board of Control to allow him to fight.
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David Beckham on the launch of his new team - in Miami
Former England captain David Beckham launches his long-planned Major League Soccer team in Miami.
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Lampard: Social media affects my daughters
The former footballer worries about protecting his daughters from the negatives of going online.
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China is buying UK boar semen to help strengthen pig stock
After a £200,000 deal was secured, Northern Ireland will be flying frozen boar semen 5,000 miles to China.
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Terminally ill teenager marries high school sweetheart
Dustin Snyder has a rare form of cancer and was recently told he had weeks left to live. So he proposed.
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Maye Musk: "I am just getting started" as a model, aged 69
Older models are the latest fashion trend, thanks to social media and an aging society.
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Do 'robo hacks' spell the end for human journalists?
More media outlets are using automated algorithms to write news stories.
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How Jon Culshaw became David Bowie - but not for laughs
The actor and comedian talks about playing the late music legend in a radio drama.
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New top story on Hacker News: New Startup Working on Software to Help Government Fix Housing Problems
New Startup Working on Software to Help Government Fix Housing Problems
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New top story on Hacker News: Software Complexity Is Killing Us
New top story on Hacker News: Show HN: Card Proxy Generator – Generate printable game cards from JSON
Show HN: Card Proxy Generator – Generate printable game cards from JSON
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New top story on Hacker News: LinuxBoot: Linux as Firmware
New top story on Hacker News: CoreRT – .NET Core runtime optimized for AOT compilation
CoreRT – .NET Core runtime optimized for AOT compilation
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New top story on Hacker News: What the Count of Monte Cristo Can Teach Us About Cybersecurity
What the Count of Monte Cristo Can Teach Us About Cybersecurity
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New top story on Hacker News: GDPR and Google Analytics
New top story on Hacker News: PID Without a PhD [pdf]
New top story on Hacker News: How the Guardian improbably put itself on the path to profits
How the Guardian improbably put itself on the path to profits
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If Curling Can Make It in Tampa, It Can Make It Everywhere
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Once Prohibited, Women’s Ski Jumping Is Set to Take Flight
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The Hidden Drama of Speedskating
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Want to Launch Yourself Off a 4-Meter Ramp Like a Freestyle-Skiing Olympian?
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The Workout That Saves Lindsey Vonn From Wipeouts
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How Australia’s Espionage Laws Could Silence Whistle-Blowers and Activists
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Taiwan Retaliates Against Chinese Airlines, Hampering Lunar New Year Travel
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Democratic National Committee’s Chief Executive Quits
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Turn Off Messenger Kids, Health Experts Plead to Facebook
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‘The Zo’ Relishes Being the Belichick Whisperer
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The 6 Steps to Turning Setbacks Into Advantages
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When Laws Against Rape Aren’t Enough
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Data Shows City Drivers Won’t Face the Brunt of Congestion Fees
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Teaching Activities for: ‘This Flu Season Is the Worst in Nearly a Decade’
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Murals
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Word + Quiz: cacophonous
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Ireland, Catalonia, F.B.I.: Your Tuesday Briefing
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What’s on TV Tuesday: ‘The Detour’ and ‘Citizen Rose’
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Berlusconi Is Back. Again. This Time, as ‘Nonno’ to the Nation.
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CIA chief says China 'as big a threat to US' as Russia
The CIA boss tells the BBC he is as worried about Chinese efforts to influence the West as he is about Russia.
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Irish abortion referendum: Vote to be held in May
The May vote will decide whether to change the constitution to reform a near-total ban.
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Argentina sub: Antarctic tribute to lost San Juan crew
An icebreaker crew form the number 44 on the ice, in tribute to the lost San Juan submariners.
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US lists 210 Russians linked to Putin but avoids more sanctions
The list was required by a new US sanctions law but no new measures are announced.
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Australia Catholic bishops criticise 'foreign influence' laws
Churchgoers risk being treated as agents of the Vatican under Canberra's new spy laws, bishops say.
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India outcry after eight-month-old baby raped
The girl is in a critical condition at a hospital where she was brought in with "horrific injuries".
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US ends ban on refugees from 'high-risk' countries
Refugees from "high-risk" countries will instead face stricter security measures before entering the US.
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US House panel votes to release memo on Russia inquiry
US Republicans say the classified memo shows anti-Trump bias at the justice department.
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Canada 'serial killer' faces more charges
Man faces five counts of first degree murder, three related to men in Toronto's gay community.
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Argentine president bans family members in government
Ministers will be unable to employ close family and those in government positions will have to leave.
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Russian SU-27 warplane 'flew 1.5 metres' from US spy plane
The SU-27 fighter jet was trailing the EP-3 spy plane over the Black Sea in international airspace.
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Chile creates national parks from donated land
The expansion includes land donated by the widow of North Face founder Doug Tompkins.
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Stranded skiers' chairlift chopper rescue
Rescuers were lowered from a helicopter to help up to 150 skiers stuck on a mountain in Austria.
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Beckham's fans are cheering, but will they show up on match days?
David Beckham's fans are cheering, but will they show up on match days? And what about a stadium?
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Five tips to keep your app data safe online
After a fitness app "heatmap" revealed military information, what are your devices saying about you?
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Why Cape Town is shutting off its water supply
South Africa's second largest city is in the midst of a severe drought.
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Philippines: Volcanic mudflows sweep away roads
Rainfall near the erupting Mount Mayon has caused strong mudflows
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Evangelical leader Franklin Graham: Trump is 'work in progress'
US evangelical leader Franklin Graham says President Trump is no model Christian.
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Terminally ill teenager marries high school sweetheart
Dustin Snyder has a rare form of cancer and was recently told he had weeks left to live. So he proposed.
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'Unsolvable' exam question leaves Chinese students flummoxed
The test question cannot be solved with maths, but officials say that's not the point.
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France to investigate Nutella promotion that led to 'riots'
The finance ministry will check whether a 70% discount that led to "riots" broke trading laws.
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What really happened after this photo was taken
Eddie Adams captured one of the most famous images of the Vietnam War but he was haunted by it.
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Palestinians fear cost of Trump's refugee agency cut
Donald Trump's move to withhold payments to the Palestinian refugee agency is causing alarm in Gaza.
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Maye Musk: "I am just getting started" as a model, aged 69
Older models are the latest fashion trend, thanks to social media and an aging society.
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Migrants' heroine faces jail for human trafficking
Why a Spanish woman credited with saving the lives of thousands of migrants is facing prison.
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Viewpoint: India and Pakistan up the ante on disputed border
Both India and Pakistan have blamed each other for the steep rise in ceasefire violations.
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How an interview faux-pas sparked a row
Why have African literary fans rallied around author Chimamanda Ngozi Achide after her interview in Paris?
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FOX NEWS: Man dies after being sucked into MRI machine, police say
Man dies after being sucked into MRI machine, police say
A 32-year-old man died in a freak accident in India after reportedly being sucked into an MRI machine Saturday night, authorities said.
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