weight loss fitnessHow to calculate the calories a person burns while sleeping

Even when resting or asleep, the body is continuously burning calories to stay alive and healthy. A person can estimate how many calories they burn while sleeping by first calculating their basal metabolic rate (BMR). BMR is the number of calories that the body burns each day when at rest. Learn more here.

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Mark Steven Domingo allegedly planned to commit mass murder in "revenge for Christchurch attack".

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A US firm has apologised for a job ad that stated it would prefer white candidates.

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The US actress shared an original cast photo from Beverley Hills 90210 to announce the news.

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A box carrying tens of thousands of dollars falls off the back of a truck in Grand Haven, Michigan.

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Joe Biden chaired a notorious 1991 hearing where Anita Hill spoke about her alleged harassment.

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A woman who pretended to be a wealthy heiress to swindle high society New York is convicted of multiple charges.

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Kim Jong-un said peace on the Korean peninsula would depend entirely on Washington's future attitude.

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Drinking enough water is vital to health and good bodily functioning. However, some research suggests that the temperature of water when a person drinks it is also important. Here, we discuss whether cold water can be bad for health and if there are any risks or benefits of drinking cold water vs. warm water.

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A US judge and a court officer are accused of assisting an undocumented immigrant in evading arrest.

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The US has spent $1.5m a day fighting the opium war in Afghanistan. Why is business still booming?

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Acting defence chief Patrick Shanahan is cleared of trying to promote his former employer.

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Marcus Hutchins said he regrets his actions and accepts "full responsibility for my mistakes".

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The Turpin children tell the court they still love their parents despite their years of cruelty.

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Sport'Watergate with computers': Reaction from both sides on Mueller report

Some voters see the report as a victory for President Trump while others say it is proof of wrongdoing.

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SportHurricane Michael upgraded to Category Five storm

October's Hurricane Michael was the strongest to strike the US since 1992, new analysis shows.

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SportMilitia detains migrants at gunpoint along the US-Mexico border

Video on Facebook shows the armed right-wing vigilantes stopping migrants in the New Mexico desert.

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SportMueller report: Subpoena issued for unredacted version

Democrat Jerry Nadler says the redacted version "leaves most of Congress in the dark".

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SportNational Enquirer sold to US magazine distributor

The tabloid has been embroiled in recent high-profile scandals involving Donald Trump and Jeff Bezos.

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SportChina bans three marathon cheat runners for life

The country does not want to give itself a bad name in a sport which is rapidly gaining popularity.

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SportMueller report: Democrats keep pressure on Trump over Russia

The long-awaited report clears President Trump of collusion but his opponents keep the heat up.

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SportCanada avalanche: Three professional climbers believed killed in Rockies

The three, from the US and Europe, are believed to have died scaling a mountain in the Rockies.

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SportMueller report: Trump 'tried to get special counsel fired'

Details are emerging from the mammoth 448-page report into Russian interference in the 2016 election.

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weight loss fitnessWhat are the nutritional benefits of peanuts?

Peanuts are a high-protein, nutrient-rich snack. Raw peanuts and peanut butter are especially good for a person's health. In this article, we look at the nutritional profile and benefits of peanuts.

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SportViewpoint: Beyonce’s Homecoming celebrates black culture and education

The singer's new documentary nods to Maya Angelou, Toni Morrison and others, writes Barrett Pitner.

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SportMueller report: Things we only just learned

The report contains enough potential red flags to spur congressional scrutiny of the president.

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SportPinterest shares soar in stock market debut

Shares surge in the online scrapbook company as it floats on the New York Stock Exchange.

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SportMitch McConnell announces plan to raise tobacco purchasing age to 21

Mitch McConnell proposes law to raise the minimum age to buy tobacco from 18 to 21 nationwide.

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SportTrump Russia investigation: Attorney General Barr backs Trump

William Barr says he does not believe the president's actions amounted to obstruction.

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SportMueller report: Barr accused of helping Donald Trump ahead of release

There is anger over the US attorney general's plans to hold a news conference before the release.

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SportThai navy hunt US couple over 'sea home'

The pair could face the death penalty after the navy accused them of building a home in Thai waters.

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SportSt Patrick's Cathedral: Man arrested carrying petrol in New York

Police arrest a man carrying petrol and lighters who entered St Patrick's Cathedral in New York.

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Brazil nuts are full of healthful nutrients and provide a wide range of health benefits. However, eating too many Brazil nuts can cause selenium toxicity. Learn more here.

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SportBeyonce drops live album with Netflix film

Critics heap praise on the star's new project - which chronicles her 2018 Coachella performance.

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SportIvanka Trump 'declined father's suggestion' of World Bank job

She says her father suggested the role to her, but she told him she was happy in her work.

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SportJohn DeLorean: The legacy of a controversial car designer

A film about the designer of a pop culture sports car casts a new light on the ever-popular DeLorean.

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SportOhio church apologises for video of students slapping pastor

Students were invited to spit on, slap and use a knife to cut the pastor during a church programme.

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SportUS to allow Americans to sue foreign firms over Cuba property seizures

Americans can now sue foreign firms over the Cuban government seizure of US properties six decades ago.

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SportNew York City congestion charge - what it can learn from London

The largest city in the US will charge drivers coming into Manhattan, 18 years after London did the same.

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SportFive numbers that explain US border crisis

As the US moves to expand indefinite detention for asylum seekers, here's what you need to know.

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SportArmed woman accused of Denver school threats 'found dead'

Schools in Denver shut as police sought the woman, who was allegedly obsessed with a school shooting.

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SportUS ruling to expand indefinite detention for some asylum seekers

Migrants who have a credible fear of returning home will be indefinitely jailed under the new ruling.

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SportBeyonce: Netflix Homecoming documentary and New Album - What we know!

Beyoncé's BeyHive have been waiting to find out how the superstar pulled off THAT legendary performance at Coachella in 2018, and the documentary that tells them everything has just dropped on the streaming site Netflix

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SportPink pony lost on Montreal island attracts internet sleuths

A pink-maned pony has been spotted around an island in Montreal, Canada. But how did it get there?

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SportNotre-Dame fire: Paris blaze inspires help for US black churches

Three destroyed churches in the US have received a flood of donations in the wake of the Notre-Dame fire.

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SportStar Wars: Mark Hamill supports super fan's emotional video

Mark Hamill supports a YouTuber who faced a backlash for his tearful reaction to the new Star Wars trailer.

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Researchers bred a number of new varieties of purple corn and used a mouse cell model to study how these can reduce inflammation and insulin resistance.

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SportDenver schools close as FBI hunt 'Columbine-obsessed' woman

Schools throughout Denver, Colorado close as authorities search for an "extremely dangerous" woman.

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SportAlberta election: UCP wins majority victory over NDP

The UCP win could lead to a collision with Justin Trudeau's Liberals over Canadian climate policy.

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SportYemen war: Trump vetoes bill to end US support for Saudi-led coalition

The president has vetoed a bill that would have ended the US support for the Saudi-led coalition.

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SportBaseball: Budweiser advert tweet removed on Jackie Robinson Day

Beer commercial criticised on day celebrating Major League Baseball's first African-American player.

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SportKim Kardashian: Studying law not about privilege or money

The reality star defends her move to study law, saying it's not thanks to her being a celebrity.

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SportThere's a reason this court is run by women

An innovative approach to sex workers appearing in court exists in Queens, New York City.

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SportCanada group sues government over Google's Sidewalk Labs

Waterfront Toronto's plan to partner with a Google sister-company has faced fierce opposition.

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SportUS reverses deportation of husband of soldier killed in Afghanistan

The husband of a soldier who died in Afghanistan was deported to Mexico, but then allowed to return.

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SportBlack church fires: Louisiana suspect charged with hate crimes

Hate crime charges have been filed against a white man accused of burning down African-American churches.

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SportGeorgia Engel: Mary Tyler Moore Show actress dies aged 70

Actress played Georgette Franklin for 56 episodes in the series.

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SportUS Speaker Nancy Pelosi warns against weakening peace deal

The US Speaker was speaking ahead of her trip to Ireland later on Tuesday.

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SportMuseum cancels event honouring Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro

New York's American Museum of Natural History will not now host an event honouring Jair Bolsonaro.

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SportPulitzers: Capital Gazette wins for coverage of newsroom massacre

Staff at a Maryland newspaper quietly hug in memory of five colleagues slain by a gunman last year.

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SportBill Weld: Trump to face 2020 Republican challenge

Former Massachusetts Governor Bill Weld is the first Republican to challenge Mr Trump in 2020.

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SportTrudeau takes 'sharp turn' away from 'refugees welcome'

Recent changes to refugee laws mean Canada may no longer roll out the welcome mat for refugees.

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SportThe mental rigours of being US president

Some of Trump's predecessors were manic depressives, bipolar and even psychopathic, say experts.

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SportVisually impaired man rescued from oncoming train by passengers

The visually impaired man is pulled to safety after falling on to the subway track in Maryland.

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SportEight dead after tornadoes rip across US South

Two children were killed in powerful storms that brought tornadoes and torrential rains to the US South.

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SportIlhan Omar: Muslim lawmaker sees rise in death threats after Trump tweet

A Muslim congresswoman says a tweet by Mr Trump has led to an increase in threats against her life.

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SportPete Buttigieg: Gay and running for president

Pete Buttigieg just launched his bid to become the Democratic Party's nominee for the 2020 presidential election.

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SportCanadian tourist dies after Thailand zipline wire snaps

The attraction in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand, has reportedly been closed for an investigation.

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SportTintoretto: A 'colossal' painter arrives in America after 500 years

One of the great Renaissance masters has finally made his debut in America, 500 years after his death.

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SportPete Buttigieg officially launches his 2020 US presidential bid

The 37-year-old officially launches a campaign that could make him the first openly gay US president.

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SportMasters 2019: Tiger Woods wins 15th major with thrilling Augusta victory

Tiger Woods wins his fifth Masters Green Jacket and first major since 2008 after a thrilling final round at Augusta.

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SportBaby boom for North Atlantic right whales off US coast

US researchers spot three mother and calf pairs of the endangered North American right whale species.

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SportAmerican Airlines extends Boeing 737 Max flight cancellations

The airline is grounding its fleet until 19 August while Boeing develops a software upgrade.

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SportIvanka Trump in Ethiopia to 'promote women'

The daughter of the US president will also visit Ivory Coast in a four-day tour.

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SportTexas tornado: 'It looked like a bomb had gone off'

Several people were injured when a powerful storm hit the small town of Franklin, as storms batter the southern US

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SportClaressa Shields v Christina Hammer: Shields unifies middleweight division after unanimous decision

American Claressa Shields maintains her unbeaten record and unifies the women's middleweight division with a unanimous decision win over Christina Hammer.

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SportPlane with the largest wingspan in the world takes flight

Its wingspan measures 117m - the length of an American football field.

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SportFlorida man killed by his large flightless cassowary bird

Marvin Hajos, 75, died after he was attacked by a cassowary bird he owned, police say.

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SportIlhan Omar: The 9/11 row embroiling the US congresswoman

Representative Ilhan Omar says she won't be silenced after coming under attack from Republicans.

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SportStratolaunch: 'World's largest plane' lifts off for the first time

The plane, developed by Stratolaunch, is designed as an airborne launch pad for satellites.

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SportDemocrats set new deadline on Trump tax returns

House Democrats give revenue officials until 23 April to hand over the president's tax returns.

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SportNorth Korea willing to take part in talks if US has 'right attitude'

North Korea's leader says a third summit with President Trump is possible if the US changes tack.

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SportChildren in Central America will be allowed to join parents in US

They will be allowed to reunite with their parents living under protected status, a court has ruled.

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SportCultural appropriation: Why is food such a sensitive subject?

A Chinese restaurant in New York, run by a white couple, has been accused of cultural appropriation.

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SportMan charged with attempted murder after child falls from balcony

Police have charged Emmanuel Deshawn Aranda, 24, with attempted murder over the alleged attack.

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SportFisher-Price recalls millions of baby sleepers after fatalities

US officials say the Fisher-Price product has been linked to at least 30 infant deaths.

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SportVenezuelan ex-spy chief held on US charges

The former head of Venezuela's military intelligence is detained on US drugs charges.

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SportMasters 2019: Tiger Woods roars into contention at Augusta

Tiger Woods is in contention to win the Masters despite almost being injured in a bizarre incident in an action-packed day at Augusta.

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SportTrumplomacy: Where are things at with the Mideast peace plan?

What does the newly-elected right wing government mean for Trump's peace plan?

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SportArmy veteran treks across US to fight PTSD

An army veteran is walking from Washington to Florida to raise awareness about suicide among veterans.

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SportIs Uber really worth $100bn?

The ride-sharing firm is yet to make a profit, but it may attract a sky-high valuation when it floats.

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A low-carb, high-fat diet involves a person consuming fewer carbohydrates and more fat and protein. This encourages the body to burn fat and leads to weight loss. However, the diet is not suitable for everyone. Learn more about its possible benefits and side effects.

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SportTrump considering releasing migrant detainees in sanctuary cities

The Republican president says he is seriously considering releasing illegal migrants in liberal cities.

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SportThe Rise of Skywalker: Star Wars Episode IX title revealed

The Rise of Skywalker will see the return of villain Emperor Palpatine, the producers revealed.

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SportBirmingham, Alabama: A city using theatres to reinvent itself

Renovations breathe new life into Birmingham, while keeping its civil rights history alive.

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SportDozier School for Boys: Dozens more suspected graves found

Up to 27 suspected graves have been discovered at a Florida reform school infamous for child abuse.

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SportWhy is brown snow falling in the US Midwest?

Dust, carried northwards from Texas on strong winds, has mixed with snow leading to the brown wintry mix.

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SportUS lottery winner sues son for mismanaging fortune

Florida resident Gloria Mackenzie says her money was put into bad investments, costing her millions.

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SportYou cheated not only the game, but you became a meme

A Twitter user's exaggerated statement becomes so viral Sega joins in the fun with a creative video.

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SportGeorgetown students approve slavery reparations fund

Students voted to add a fee to tuition that would benefit descendents of slaves sold by the school.

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SportJussie Smollett sued by City of Chicago

The City of Chicago is seeking three times the damages it said it ran up investigating the actor.

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SportNipsey Hussle memorial: One person killed at procession

Three others were injured during a memorial procession for the rapper.

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SportSpaceX Falcon Heavy launches its first commercial flight

Elon Musk's Falcon Heavy launched a satellite into orbit for a Saudi Arabian company.

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SportNipsey Hussle: Thousands remember rapper in Los Angeles

Family, friends, fans and community members said goodbye to Nipsey Hussle in Los Angeles with a memorial procession through the city.

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SportPolice respond to 'intruder' and find robot vacuum cleaner

Police in Oregon were called after moving shadows were seen behind a locked bathroom door.

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SportWhat Trump has said about Wikileaks

The US president says Wikileaks is "not his thing". We look in the archives to see if it ever was.

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SportNipsey Hussle memorial: Lauren London pays tribute to rapper

Lauren London speaks at a memorial service for the rapper, who was shot dead in Los Angeles.

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SportEx-Obama aide Greg Craig charged in Mueller-related investigation

Gregory Craig is accused of lying about lobbying efforts in Ukraine linked to Paul Manafort.

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SportUber warns it may not make a profit in IPO documents

The US ride-sharing has filed its plan to float, showing losses have narrowed but expenses will rise.

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SportViewpoint : How likely is an Assange conviction in US?

The case has a parallel from American colonial times, writes university law professor Jonathan Turley.

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SportLouisiana officer's son arrested over black church fires

Louisiana's governor says the "evil acts" dredged up "a very dark past of intimidation and fear".

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SportChina fury at Terracotta Warrior thumb case mistrial

Michael Rohana is acquitted of federal charges for theft and concealment of a cultural heritage item.

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Katie Bouman, 29, has earned plaudits for helping develop the algorithm that made the photo possible.

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SportKim Kardashian hopes to become lawyer in 2022 after four-year apprenticeship

The influencer and reality star says she was inspired to "do more" after visiting The White House.

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SportUS lawmakers to probe algorithm bias

Computer code would have to be free of bias before being widely deployed by big tech firms.

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SportThe US students who want to pay slavery descendants

Georgetown University students are voting on adding a fee to their tuition to fund reparations for descendants of the 272 slaves by the institution.

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SportSmuggler's Inn owner accused of attempting to assist illegal border crossings

Charges against the US inn owner were filed earlier this week by Canadian authorities.

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SportKellyanne and George Conway: The marriage that bridges the divide

The Trump adviser and her husband are not the only couple to see the world in a different way from each other.

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SportRadiohead stage death inquest brings 'some closure'

A Canada coroner's inquest has wrapped up hearings into the 2012 collapse of a Radiohead concert stage.

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SportDemocrats 2020: Which candidates have joined the race?

The number of people trying to prevent President Donald Trump from being re-elected is growing by the week.

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SportSteven Mnuchin v Maxine Waters: Treasury secretary clashes with congresswoman

Congresswoman Maxine Waters clashes with Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin over his dismissal.

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SportIndivior shares plunge on 'shameful' opioid drug scheme

The drug firm is accused by a US court of putting profits over the health of patients.

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SportTiger goes to the dentist for a root canal

What happens when a 300lb tiger needs a root canal treatment at a sanctuary in the US state of Indiana.

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SportUS doctors charged with $1.2bn Medicare fraud

Operation "Brace Yourself" dismantled one of the largest Medicare fraud schemes in history.

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SportBernie Sanders and his plan to overhaul US health system

The pros and cons of Bernie Sanders' national health plan, and how it compares to other countries - explained.

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SportClaire's employee alleges pressure to pierce children without consent

A former employee says her manager told her to pierce children's ears without their consent.

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SportTrump urges investigation of FBI actions

The US attorney general meanwhile tells lawmakers he believes the FBI spied on the Trump campaign.

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SportMigrant caravan: Hundreds of Hondurans leave on new trek

Some 1,000 migrants set off from a city in Honduras on a 4,000km journey to the US border.

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SportNew York holidaymakers presumed dead in Dominican Republic

Two bodies were found matching descriptions of the pair, who were visiting the Dominican Republic.

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SportUS prepares for intense storm

Blizzards, flooding and severe thunderstorms threaten huge swathes of central USA

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SportMagic Johnson: Los Angeles Lakers legend resigns

An emotional Magic Johnson resigns as president of basketball operations at the Los Angeles Lakers.

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SportTrump's video tweet using Batman music removed due to copyright

The promotional video for his 2020 campaign used the score from Batman film The Dark Night Rises.

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SportUK football fan sues over 'racist' number plate

A football fan in California was not allowed a car number plate with the "come on you whites" slogan.

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SportLast of WW2 'Doolittle Raiders' Dick Cole dies aged 103

The famed raid, also known as the Tokyo raid, was a surprise US attack on Tokyo after Pearl Harbor.

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SportThe US-Taliban peace talks: What you need to know

Is the US finally ready to end its longest war? Talks with the Taliban seem to be a start.

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Many people adopt a high-protein diet to try to lose weight. Healthful foods that are high in protein include lean meats, nuts, quinoa, and fish. Learn more about the high-protein diet here.

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SportOregon women lived until 99 with organs in the wrong places

Oregon woman Rose Marie Bentley's condition made her a one in 50 million case, researchers say.

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SportBodycam footage shows California police officer saving infant

The baby's older sister led him to the car where her mother struggled to help her sister breathe.

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SportCanada to reject refugees with claims in other countries

More than 20,000 asylum seekers sought refuge in Canada after crossing at the US border in 2018.

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Kyle Guy wins praise for his candour about mental health after leading his team to NCAA glory.

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The deal, signed in December, allowed Cuban players sign with US teams without having to defect.

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SportUS couple missing for two weeks in Dominican Republic

The young New York couple were warned not to open their car windows due to violent crime.

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The airline cuts its outlook after being forced to cancel hundreds of flights involving the grounded jet.

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Andrew Lippi is accused of stealing coffee makers and light bulbs from a supermarket.

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Tehran responds to the elite unit's terrorist designation, saying the US itself leads world terrorism.

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The star writes a letter saying she feels "inspired" by the group's work fighting for LGBT rights.

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Reba McEntire acknowledged that no women were nominated in the 'Entertainer of the Year' category.

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A bomb explodes near Bagram air base, killing three US service members and a contractor.

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The US actress is among 14 people to plead guilty in a scheme to buy admissions to elite universities.

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A total of 24 shootings and five murders took place across Chicago over the weekend, police say.

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New Zealand's former top military official in the US is accused of filming people at the embassy.

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It is the first time the US has labelled a foreign government's military as a terrorist organisation.

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Big Cypress national park catches a 17ft snake weighing 140lb and carrying 73 developing eggs.

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President Trump says US Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen is leaving her position

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Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney said that Democrats would "never" see the president's tax returns.

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The animal had "persistent health concerns since being rescued," the park said in a statement.

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Pictures of classic Pokemon cards turned into unique artworks which sell for hundreds of dollars.

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World Bank critic David Malpass is given board approval as its new president.

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US and China have been in talks to try to end a trade war since agreeing a truce in December 2018.

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The Mormon church will allow the baptism of children of gay parents, reversing its policy since 2015.

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The decision comes after the Supreme Court said Texas cannot ban a Buddhist monk from an execution.

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President Trump threatened to shut the border, but now he is giving Mexico until next year to stop smuggling.

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US Vice-President Mike Pence says Turkey makes "reckless decisions" by buying the advanced system.

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Lori Lightfoot becomes the first African-American woman to lead the country's third largest city.

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The move comes a week after Mr Trump called for Republicans to vote on replacing the healthcare law.

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A US mayor and presidential candidate says he wed the couple shortly before their baby was delivered.

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A condemned inmate said the state's chosen method of death, lethal injection, would cause extreme pain.

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Background checks were not done in "the best interest of national security" a whistleblower tells Congress.

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The powerful painkiller will be added to a list of controlled substances following US demands.

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The pilots had been conducting a weapons training course when they crashed in the Arizona desert.

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Tyler Barriss is sentenced to 20 years in jail for making hoax calls to police.

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YouTube is criticised for promoting Zac Efron's new YouTube channel instead of smaller creators.

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Over the last few years crime documentaries are everywhere, but ethical questions remain.

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Scientists found the song Scary Monsters And Nice Sprites led to mosquitoes attacking hosts less often.

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A former Nevada Assembly member says the former vice-president kissed her on the back of her head.

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