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Google Doodle Celebrates Pioneering Psychiatrist Herbert Kleber Today

Google Doodle is celebrating American psychiatrist Herbert Kleber today on the 23rd anniversary of his election to the prestigious National Academy of Medicine (formerly the Institute of Medicine).... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2o5RzJ2

Japan delivers long-delayed consumption tax hike

The rise comes despite jitters the move will slow spending in the world's third largest economy.

South Korea displays F-35 stealth jets seen by the North as a threat

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South Korea showcased newly acquired F-35 stealth fighter jets to mark Armed Forces Day on Tuesday as President Moon Jae-in tries to allay concerns that his policy of engagement with North Korea may be weakening the South's commitment to defense. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2oOOmON

Moroccan journalist Hajar Raissouni jailed on abortion charges

Activists say the charges against Hajar Raissouni are part of a crackdown on critical reporters.

Ireland dismisses reported UK Brexit border proposal

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Britain is proposing to set up "customs clearance centers" on both sides of the Irish border after Brexit, Irish national broadcaster RTE reported on Monday, an idea Ireland's foreign minister quickly dismissed as a "non-starter". from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2nY2swP

U.S. denies Cuba health minister visa to attend health meeting in Washington

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Cuba said on Monday the Trump administration denied its health minister a visa to attend a Pan-American Health Organization (PAHO) meeting in Washington and accused the United States of repeatedly violating its obligations as the host of an international organization. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2oL7exT

Trump contacted foreign officials over probe of Russia inquiry origins -Justice Dept

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U.S. President Donald Trump has contacted other countries to introduce Attorney General William Barr and a Justice Department official who is conducting an inquiry into the origins of Special Counsel Robert Mueller's Russia probe, a Justice Department spokeswoman said on Monday. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2mqM87c

China To Mark 70 Years Of Communism With Massive Show Of Force In Beijing

China will celebrate seven decades of communist rule on Tuesday with a display of power through central Beijing, showing off goose-stepping troops, new missiles and floats celebrating the country's... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2mpS1S4

US Bank Branch Manager Admits Stealing $5,00,000 From Elderly Customers

An Alexandria, Virginia, bank branch manager pleaded guilty Monday to stealing more than $500,000 from older customers after gaining their trust to personally handle their transactions. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2neiT7W

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson Accused Of Groping A Journalist

Britain Prime Minister Boris Johnson was trying mightily Monday to showcase his shiny new agenda for the people, but his Conservative Party's annual conference has been overshadowed by accusations... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2o3wy20

Eat Less Red Meat, Scientists Said. Now Some Believe That Was Bad Advice.

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By GINA KOLATA from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2nc2QHT

Irish foreign minister says reported UK border plan a non-starter

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Ireland's foreign minister said on Monday it was time the European Union received a serious proposal from the British government if a Brexit deal is to be agreed, dismissing a reported proposal for the Irish border as a "non-starter" from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2oKL2nz

China to mark 70 years of communism with massive show of force

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China will celebrate seven decades of communist rule on Tuesday with a display of power through central Beijing, showing off goose-stepping troops, new missiles and floats celebrating the country's technological prowess. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2o3vsmA

Donald Trump's Lawyer Rudy Giuliani Subpoenaed For Ukraine Documents

President Donald Trump attacked the Democratic lawmaker spearheading the impeachment inquiry on Monday as congressional committees subpoenaed his personal lawyer, former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani,... from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2n5g9Kj

Jessye Norman, Grammy-winning star of opera, dies at 74

Norman was one of the rare black singers to reach fame in the opera world.

Jet fuel from thin air: Aviation's hope or hype?

A pilot project at Rotterdam airport plans to capture CO2 from the air and turn it into jet fuel.

Jack Charles: 'I'd rob to collect rent for stolen Aboriginal land'

He was stolen from his family, then he stole from "posh homes" - now actor Jack Charles wants closure.

The imam who died fighting racism in South Africa

Relatives of Abdullah Haron, who died in detention 50 years ago, are still traumatised by his death.

Haitian journalist shot in wrist in latest round of protests

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A journalist was wounded by gunfire in Haiti on Monday as police fired live ammunition to disperse protesters, his employer, Haitian broadcaster Radio Sans Fin (RSF) said, amid mounting anger over an escalating economic and political crisis. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2n2xeEF

Restive Hong Kong hunkers down as China's birthday celebrations begin

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Hong Kong went into lockdown on Tuesday to ensure anti-government protests do not overshadow Chinese President Xi Jinping's commemorations of the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2o07SqW

Free From Donald Trump, John Bolton Says North Korea Still Seeks Nukes

John Bolton warned Monday that North Korea had not truly chosen to give up nuclear weapons in the hawk's first public appearance since he left as President Donald Trump's national security advisor. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2n4A0t6

Note to the Impeachment Investigators: Trump Rarely Acts Alone

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By THE EDITORIAL BOARD from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2nCY4D6

Forever 21, Which Helped Popularize Fast Fashion, to File for Bankruptcy

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By SAPNA MAHESHWARI from NYT Business https://ift.tt/2mW88qH

‘S.N.L.’ Premiere Meets Impeachment Head-On, but Not Shane Gillis

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By DAVE ITZKOFF from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/2nxNvkS

‘You’re a Bad Police Officer’: Official Confronts Deputy at Awards Ceremony

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By MARIEL PADILLA from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2nxYdYq

Impeachment Is an Act of Desperation

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By CHRISTOPHER BUSKIRK from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2mhU9LR

'Yes we can!' says Argentina's Macri as vote looms. Not likely, says everybody else

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Argentina's embattled President Mauricio Macri took to the streets on Saturday with a defiant message: "Yes we can," he told crowds of supporters in Buenos Aires as he looks to launch an unlikely comeback ahead of general elections next month. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2nIglyW

Saudi crown prince warns of 'Iran threat' to global oil

Mohammed bin Salman said oil prices could rise to "unimaginably high numbers".

China Factory Fire Kills 19 In Eastern Chinese Province Of Zheijiang

A factory fire has killed 19 people in east China, local authorities said Monday. from NDTV News - World-news https://ift.tt/2mVfJG7

Message From a Proud Island: ‘We Need Your Help’

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By KELLEY SHINN from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2nvmwWW

Uganda's Solomon Serwanjja wins BBC World News Komla Dumor award

Ugandan journalist Solomon Serwanjja is this year's winner of the BBC World News Komla Dumor award.

Battered and bruised, Hong Kong cleans up for sensitive Chinese anniversary

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Hong Kong's metro stations and roads re-opened on Monday, after a chaotic weekend that saw police fire water cannon, tear gas and rubber bullets at protesters who set fires and threw petrol bombs outside government offices and across central districts. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2mZdth9

New Zealand flights briefly grounded by radar fault

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Flight departures from New Zealand were temporarily halted on Monday after a fire alarm went off at the country's air navigation service provider's main radar facility in Christchurch. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2olghFx