US media has suggested an inquiry into sexual misconduct allegations is being restricted.
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dimanche 30 septembre 2018
SportRyder Cup 2018: Europe thrash US 17½-10½ to regain Ryder Cup
Open champion Francesco Molinari secures the winning point as Europe regain the Ryder Cup with victory over the United States in France.
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SportKellyanne Conway: 'I'm a victim of sexual assault'
The revelation came as she was defending President Trump's embattled Supreme Court nominee.
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samedi 29 septembre 2018
SportTrump on Kim Jong-un: 'We fell in love'
The US president told a rally that the North Korean leader had sent him "beautiful" letters.
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SportWhat will the FBI inquiry into Kavanaugh actually do?
The probe was ordered by a Senate committee after a Republican changed his mind about the nomination.
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SportBrett Kavanaugh: FBI contacts second woman
Agents investigating the US Supreme Court nominee approach Deborah Ramirez for an interview.
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SportElon Musk reaches deal over tweets about taking Tesla private
Elon Musk reaches a deal with US regulators over tweets he sent about taking Tesla private.
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SportLindsay Lohan under fire for 'bizarre' Instagram video
Lindsay Lohan has been criticised online after posting a video showing an altercation with a homeless family.
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SportJefferson Airplane's Marty Balin dies aged 76
He was the co-founder and vocalist-guitarist of the 1960s psychedelic rock group in San Francisco.
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vendredi 28 septembre 2018
SportF-35 fighter jet: Programme suffers first crash
The pilot ejected safely before the jet, worth an estimated $100m, crashed in South Carolina.
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SportDo New York police unfairly stop young black men?
Was the ACLU right about stop-and-frisk numbers?
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SportKavanaugh hearings: Who were the women confronting Jeff Flake?
Women globally are meanwhile seeing an outpour of survivors' testimony prompted by the dramatic hearings.
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SportHow Jeff Flake threw Kavanaugh nomination into turmoil
The Republican senator had a change of heart and demanded an investigation into the judge's past.
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SportWhy US top court is so much more political than UK's
The current partisan split at the US top court is unprecedented and likely to stay, experts say.
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SportLed Zeppelin to face new Stairway to Heaven trial
A San Francisco appeals court orders a new trial into Stairway to Heaven riff copyright claims.
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SportKavanaugh: Confusion reigns at the end of Senate hearing
Some senators were left puzzled after chairman Grassley ended the hearing after two hours.
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SportBrett Kavanaugh: Trump court nominee clears first hurdle
Brett Kavanaugh's nomination will go to a full US Senate vote but talks continue over an FBI inquiry.
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SportRyder Cup: Europe fight back to lead US 5-3 at Le Golf National
Europe win all four afternoon matches to take a 5-3 lead after day one of the Ryder Cup at Le Golf National, France.
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SportTrump: 'Ford's testimony was very compelling'
The US president says the hearing was an incredible moment in the history of the country.
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SportRepublican Jeff Flake calls for a week delay in Kavanaugh vote
Jeff Flake called for an FBI investigation in order to confirm Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court.
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SportMalia Obama appears in New Dakotas' music video
The former first daughter is seen lip-syncing and playing the harmonica in the indie rock video.
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SportUp to 50m Facebook accounts attacked
50 million Facebook accounts compromised, the social network says - in all, 90m accounts will have to take action
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SportFord's testimony through the eyes of a survivor
How author and sexual assault survivor Liz Spikol saw Christine Blasey Ford's testimony.
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SportRose McGowan apologises to Asia Argento
McGowan admits she got her facts wrong last month in a statement about her fellow actress.
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SportFacebook slated over phone ad push
The social network has been criticised for targeting ads using data people shared as a security check.
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SportKavanaugh hearing: A moment of reckoning for American women
The BBC speaks to progressive and conservative women who watched Thursday's hearing about what it means for the Supreme Court, Me Too and women's rights.
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SportRepublican Senator Flake cornered by sexual assault survivor
Jeff Flake was on his way to vote for Brett Kavanaugh when the woman challenged him.
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SportSenate meets amid Kavanaugh storm
Senators are meeting in Washington to discuss President Trump's nomination for the US Supreme Court.
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SportThe woman who accidentally ticked: 'I am a terrorist'
Cancer patient Mandie Stevenson had to postpone a bucket list trip to New York after her visa mistake.
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SportWho is Elon Musk?
Meet the man who inspired Iron Man's alter ego Tony Stark.
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SportModern Family star Sarah Hyland shares assault story
She shared an emotional tweet in support of Brett Kavanaugh accuser Christine Blasey Ford
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SportSan Diego port hit by ransomware attack
Admin systems and internal networks were knocked out by the intruding malware.
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SportBeyoncé is music's most powerful woman, BBC Woman's Hour power list says
The superstar is joined by Taylor Swift, Cardi B and Nicola Benedetti on a Woman's Hour power list.
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SportAriana Grande worries fans after asking for just 'one okay day'
The singer posts a series of emotional messages, telling fans she's having a tough time.
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jeudi 27 septembre 2018
SportBrett Kavanaugh: key moments from his evidence
The Supreme Court nominee has angry exchanges with Democrats over sexual assault allegations.
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SportBrewDog scraps deal with US beer firm over Trump offer
The Scottish craft brewer cancels a tie-up with a US firm in a row over free beer for Donald Trump supporters.
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SportBrett Kavanaugh denies Christine Blasey Ford sex assault claim
Supreme Court pick Brett Kavanaugh and the woman accusing him of sexual assault testify to senators.
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SportCanada MPs vote to strip Aung San Suu Kyi of honorary citizenship
The symbolic vote is in response to her perceived failure to stop crimes against Rohingyas.
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SportUS regulator alleges Elon Musk Tesla fraud
The SEC files a suit in New York alleging securities fraud by Tesla Chief executive Elon Musk.
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SportMaddox Ritch: Body found in hunt for N Carolina six year old
Maddox Ritch has not been seen since Saturday, when he was with his father in a North Carolina park.
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SportKavanaugh hearing: #BelieveWomen v #BackBrett
In a highly-politicised event, women on social media share their thoughts about Christine Blasey Ford's emotional testimony
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Sport'Brett put his hand over my mouth'
The woman who claims she was sexually assaulted by the Supreme Court pick describes what happened.
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SportBrett Kavanaugh case: 'They're using MeToo politically'
Women for and against the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh were protesting outside the court.
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SportKavanaugh accuser testifies before Senate panel
Watch Christine Blasey Ford as she says Brett Kavanaugh sexually assaulted her in 1982, which he denies.
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SportBoy with autism dresses as T.rex for family photos
Levi finds photo shoots incredibly stressful, but dressing up as his favourite character changed that.
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SportAmazon to open 'four-star' store in New York
The shops will only sell items that received good ratings from customers when they were bought online.
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weight loss fitnessHow does being busy affect your lifestyle choices?
New research has found that the busier a person is, the more likely they are to make better, more healthful choices, including diet, exercise, and money.
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SportBrett Kavanaugh nomination: US senators to hear crucial sex assault testimony
The nominee for a vacant post and the woman accusing him of sexual assault are to testify to senators.
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SportUber pays $148m over data breach cover-up
The 2016 breach involved hackers grabbing data on millions of Uber customers and drivers.
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mercredi 26 septembre 2018
SportFederal Reserve raises interest rates again
The US central bank increases interest rates for the eighth time since 2015.
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SportNike 'proud' of Kaepernick campaign
Nike's chief executive says the ads are connecting with buyers around the world, despite US controversy.
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SportQualcomm claims Apple shared tech with Intel
Qualcomm's complaint is the latest clash between the two global technology giants.
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SportNafta: Donald Trump says US 'not getting along' with Canada
Donald Trump took aim at Canadian tariffs, its foreign minister and Nafta at a UN news conference.
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SportGeorge Washington may have had a bad past - Trump
The first US president may have had a bad past, said President Trump, as he discussed the accusations made against his Supreme Court nominee.
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SportBrett Kavanaugh: Trump would withdraw if 'he was guilty'
Mr Trump says he would be prepared to withdraw the Supreme Court nominee if he thought he was guilty.
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SportKavanaugh accuser says alleged assault 'altered my life'
Christine Blasey Ford says in her written testimony she believes Brett Kavanaugh tried to rape her.
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SportChild-killer's transfer to 'healing lodge' under review - PM
Terri-Lynne McClintic is serving a life sentence for the murder of schoolgirl Tori Stafford in 2009.
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weight loss fitnessLose 5 times more weight by training your mind
A new motivational intervention technique is very effective in keeping people on track with their weight loss efforts, a recent study demonstrates.
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SportCanada woman loses snoring row complaint with neighbours
The woman complained of harassment when neighbours urged her to seek medical help for her snoring.
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SportSupreme Court nominee says new misconduct claim 'ridiculous'
The judge says a serious allegation of misconduct by a third woman is "from the Twilight Zone".
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SportTexas backs school that expelled girl over pledge of allegiance
A black student says she was discriminated against after she refused to stand for the flag.
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SportTrump seeks UN backing for Iran nuclear sanctions
The US president warns that anyone who fails to comply will "face severe consequences".
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SportRapper in hospital after 'eating Hot Cheetos'
The rapper says his recent stint in hospital was down to too much of the American corn-based snack.
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SportTrump accuses China of poll interference
China has been attempting to interfere in the mid-term elections in November, President Trump tells UN
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SportDame Judi Dench criticises Kevin Spacey's removal from film
The actress says it was wrong to replace her "good friend" with another actor in a recent film.
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mardi 25 septembre 2018
SportUS-Iran: John Bolton warns Iran of 'hell to pay' if crossed
The two sides taunt each other at the UN, with Iran accusing the UN of "bullying and imposition".
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SportChinese national arrested for 'spying on US engineers'
Ji Chaoqun is accused of trying to recruit engineers and scientists on behalf of a Chinese official.
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weight loss fitnessHome remedies and lifestyle tips for reducing acid reflux
Acid reflux is very common and occurs when stomach acid flows back up into the food pipe, where it causes heartburn. Home remedies and lifestyle tips that can reduce or prevent acid reflux include losing weight, keeping a food diary, eating regular meals, and raising the head of the bed. Learn more here.
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SportWhy 27 hikers helped this woman up a mountain
Getting to the top of the 14,000ft (4,270m) peak in Denver was a big deal for Nerissa Cannon.
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SportMichael Kors snaps up Versace for $2.1bn
US fashion firm confirms takeover of the legendary brand founded by Gianni Versace in 1978.
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SportBrett Kavanaugh: Trump doubts 'drunk' sex assault accuser
"She admits that she was drunk," the president says of his Supreme Court nominee's second accuser.
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SportInstagram: How it became a social media giant
The co-founders of the photo-sharing app are stepping down. What made their idea so successful?
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SportBill Cosby is a 'sexually violent predator', judge rules
The label means Cosby, 81, must undergo counselling for life and appear on the sex offenders' registry.
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SportMcDonald's pranksters hail 'dream' $50,000 reward
Two friends who hung a poster of themselves up in their local McDonalds to make a point about Asian representation have been rewarded with with $25,000 each.
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SportPresident Donald Trump gets unexpected laugh at United Nations
The US president was speaking to the UN general assembly about the achievements of his administration.
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SportTrump: US stronger, safer, richer
Donald Trump tells the UN he has done more in under two years than almost any previous US president.
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SportAfghan military officers go missing after training in US
Two Afghan military officers on a training mission failed to board their flight home from Boston.
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SportUS diplomat found dead in Madagascar
A suspect is in custody after an unnamed officer was found dead in their residence, the US says.
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SportSeven-year-old stuns with national anthem
Watch as seven-year-old Malea Emma stuns the crowd with her rendition of the American national anthem before the LA Galaxy's 3-0 win over Seattle Sounders in MLS.
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SportYellowstone grizzly bears' protection restored and hunts halted
A US judge sides with wildlife groups, who say grizzlies are under threat in the Yellowstone area.
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SportGary Numan 'devastated' by tour bus fatality
The pop star cancels a show in Cleveland after a fatal accident involving his tour bus.
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SportSeattle judges throw out 15 years of marijuana convictions
City officials estimate that approximately 542 people could have their convictions quashed by mid-November.
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lundi 24 septembre 2018
SportInstagram co-founders Systrom and Krieger leaving firm
Kevin Systrom said he and Mike Krieger wanted to "explore our curiosity and creativity".
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SportBrett Kavanaugh: 'I've never sexually assaulted anyone'
Trump's Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh denies sexual misconduct claims in a Fox News interview.
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SportReality Check: Does America pay too much to the UN?
Is Donald Trump right to say that the US contributes too much to the UN?
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SportKavanaugh protesters arrested on Capitol Hill
The sexual assault allegations against Supreme Court nominee Kavanaugh have sparked protests.
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SportUS man, 74, found alive days after fire in Washington DC
Nobody knew the senior citizen was missing for five days but he was in good spirits when found.
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SportDonald Trump hails South Korea trade deal
It marks the first trade agreement finalised by the US president.
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SportRod Rosenstein's year under pressure
President Trump wants him to stop the Russia probe while lawmakers on both sides urge him to stand tall.
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SportIndiana school bus driver fired for letting kids drive
She's now facing preliminary felony charges for allowing students to drive.
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SportElectrical implant helps paralysed people to walk again
Three paralysed patients are able to walk after an electrical patch is fitted to their spinal cords.
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weight loss fitnessEating when full: A battle between two brain signals
Why do we keep eating when we're full? Scientists uncover a fight for control between two small adjacent brain areas plus involvement of the opioid system.
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SportDellen Millard killed father as he slept and inherited millions
The 2012 death was originally ruled a suicide, but Dellen Millard shot his sleeping dad in the eye.
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SportDallas officer fired for killing innocent man in his own apartment
Amber Guyger had been on leave since shooting Botham Shem Jean inside his own flat on 6 September.
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SportTrump: 'I'm with Kavanaugh all the way'
The US President says sexual misconduct claims against his Supreme Court nominee are "totally political".
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SportRod Rosenstein job on the line – US media
Rod Rosenstein, the man overseeing the Trump-Russia probe, is en route to White House amid reports he will offer to quit.
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SportDonald Trump expects second summit with Kim Jong-un 'soon'
The US president says there has been "tremendous progress" in easing US-North Korea tension.
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SportMurdoch: What next for the media mogul after Sky deal?
The Australian tycoon retains a sprawling media empire across three continents despite selling Sky.
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SportBrett Kavanaugh: The women who support Trump's court pick
Dozens of women - lifelong friends and work colleagues - speak out in support of Brett Kavanaugh.
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SportTrump says Brett Kavanaugh accusations 'totally political'
"I am with him all the way," the president says of the embattled US Supreme Court nominee.
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weight loss fitnessWhat are the best sources of omega-3?
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential nutrients. Oily fish, seeds, and nuts are among the best sources. In this article, we take a look at 15 omega-3-rich foods.
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SportThe implausible rebirth of Tiger Woods
Struggling to get out of bed after four back operations, 1,199 in the world at one point, 1,876 days since victory - Tiger Woods' comeback is redemption and rebirth, says Tom Fordyce.
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SportRob Goldstone 'regrets' email setting up controversial Trump Tower meeting
Rob Goldstone also covers Donald Trump's much-discussed 2013 Moscow trip, in a BBC interview.
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weight loss fitnessWhy a regular bedtime may benefit your heart and metabolism
New research examines the cardiometabolic health risks associated with irregular bedtimes among older adults over a 10-year period.
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Sport3D-printed gun pioneer in jail on sex assault charge
Cody Wilson is in prison in Houston after being charged with the sexual assault of an under-age girl.
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SportBill Cosby faces sentencing over sex assault
The comedian and actor could face the rest of his life in jail for drugging and assaulting a friend.
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dimanche 23 septembre 2018
SportUS-China trade: US set to impose biggest round of tariffs yet
About half of all Chinese products entering the US will be subject to the new duties after this round.
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SportBrett Kavanaugh: Second allegation made against court nominee
A former Yale classmate of US Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh accuses him of sexual misconduct.
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SportGlenn Close on playing The Wife and being a mother
The Hollywood veteran talks about The Wife, the title role she shares with her daughter.
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SportFentanyl crisis: Is China a major source of illegal drugs?
Is China now the major source for illegal synthetic drugs like fentanyl as the US claims?
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SportTiger Woods wins Tour Championship as Justin Rose secures FedEx Cup
Tiger Woods wins the season-ending Tour Championship to claim his first victory in five years, while Justin Rose secures the FedEx Cup.
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Sport#WhyIDidntReport: The hashtag supporting Christine Blasey Ford
The hashtag was born after Donald Trump questioned the motives of his Supreme Court pick's accuser.
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SportAri Fuld killing: $1m raised for family by crowdfunders
An American Israeli stabbed to death in the occupied West Bank had a large social media following.
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samedi 22 septembre 2018
Sport'Cat Grandpa' goes viral for napping with shelter pets
Photographs of Terry Laurmen, 75, napping with his furry friends have been shared thousands of times.
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SportKavanaugh accuser 'to testify next week'
The woman accusing the Supreme Court nominee of sexual assault agrees to testify against him next week.
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SportComcast outbids Fox for broadcaster Sky
Us cable giant wins rare blind auction process set by the UK's Takeover Panel.
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SportPaul Gosar: Siblings savage congressman in attack advert
Six siblings of Arizona Republican Paul Gosar endorse his rival in a brutal new TV campaign.
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vendredi 21 septembre 2018
SportBrett Kavanaugh: Judge accuser 'given more time' for hearing
Christine Blasey Ford's lawyer accuses senators of "arbitrary" deadlines over the Kavanaugh hearing.
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SportCanadian politician says a family can eat on $75 a week
Quebec's Liberal leader is pilloried for his awry estimate on working families' grocery budgets.
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SportAre temporary tattoos a sell-out?
As temporary tattoos grow in popularity, some wonder if the social media culture is driving the trend.
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SportCanadian funfair rape plaintiff 'victim blamed'
A woman is suing the organisers of a fair where she says she was assaulted when she was 13.
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SportRod Rosenstein denies voicing plot to remove Trump
The deputy US attorney general denies a report he suggested secretly recording President Trump.
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SportMan killed in electric scooter crash in Washington DC
The death is thought to be the second in the nation the popular electric scooters.
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weight loss fitnessWhat are the pros and cons of a juice cleanse?
Juice cleanses involve consuming only juice for a few days. Some people claim that they can aid weight loss and detoxify the body, but the evidence is scarce. Learn about the pros and cons here.
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SportOctopuses on ecstasy drug 'become more social'
The experiment may give insights into how social species have evolved, US scientists suggest.
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SportThree infants among five people stabbed at New York nursery
A 52-year-old woman is in custody after the early morning attack, police say.
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SportFirst soldiers identified from remains returned by North Korea
Army Master Sgt Charles H McDaniel and Army Pfc William H Jones were among the repatriated remains.
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SportBrett Kavanaugh nomination: Trump challenges accuser
The president demands evidence of the sexual assault Brett Kavanaugh is accused of committing.
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SportDad's damaged army photo restored by social media
Picture gives father and son the chance to bond over memories of time served in the armed forces.
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weight loss fitnessHigh-fiber foods for a healthful diet
Fiber is an essential nutrient for boosting heart and gut health, and yet hardly anyone includes enough of it in their daily diet. In this article, we explain some of the best high-fiber foods, including fruits, vegetables, nuts, and grains.
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SportLondon knife crime: Can Chicago's model cure the violence?
London is following Chicago's lead in tackling violent crime like it is an infectious disease.
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SportCleveland Browns end 635-day winless run with victory over New York Jets
Fans celebrate in style as the Cleveland Browns end a 635-day winless run with a 21-17 victory over the New York Jets.
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SportTexas Republicans apologise to Indians for 'offensive' Hindu ad
The ad, meant to celebrate a festival for elephant-headed deity Ganesha, offended Hindus instead.
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jeudi 20 septembre 2018
SportUS imposes sanctions on China for buying Russian weapons
Beijing is being penalised for buying Russian combat jets and surface-to-air missiles.
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SportWhy people can take years to report sexual assaults
A decades-old allegation against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, which he denies, has some asking why the accuser took so long.
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SportMichigan professor embroiled in Israel boycott row
The Michigan academic says it was his right to send the email, but critics say it was anti-Semitic.
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SportSuge Knight trial: Rap mogul pleads no contest over hit-and-run death
Death Row Records founder Marion "Suge" Knight pleads no contest over the 2015 death.
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SportBrett Kavanaugh accuser offers to testify to Senate
Christine Blasey Ford will only appear before the panel on "terms that are fair". says her lawyer.
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weight loss fitnessStroke severity reduced in those who walk regularly
A study of people who had strokes finds that symptoms were less severe in those who did light to moderate exercise, such as 4 hours of walking per week.
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SportFive surprising reasons prisoners have been freed
After a US man's golf drawings lead to freedom, here are some other reasons prisoners have been freed.
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weight loss fitnessHow a protein works with gut bacteria to prevent obesity
Learning more about the inflammatory mechanisms that promote obesity can help us find new treatments for this metabolic condition, new research shows.
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Sport'Multiple deaths' in Maryland shooting
A number of people have been killed and injured after a shooting at a pharmacy distribution centre in Maryland, US police say.
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SportWashington DC man arrested in fatal stabbing of runner
Police have arrested a 23-year-old man in the death of Wendy Martinez, who was stabbed while on a run.
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SportCanada cannabis stocks hit US highs
Producers Tilray and Canopy see US-listed stocks surge, but the gains could vanish in a puff of smoke.
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SportTrump urged Spain to 'build a wall' across Sahara, says minister
The Spanish foreign minister says he disagreed with the idea, put to him during a visit to the US.
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SportDallas Mavericks boss donates $10m after NBA probe
Dallas Mavericks owner to give $10m (£7.6m) to women's and anti-domestic violence groups after inquiry into sexual harassment claims within the organisation.
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Sport3D-printed gun pioneer Cody Wilson charged with sexual assault
Cody Wilson flew to Taiwan before he could be detained, police in Texas say.
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SportMaine restaurant sedates lobsters with marijuana
A lobster restaurant in Maine says the process is more humane as it lessens their pain before death.
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SportNew York Review of Books editor leaves over Jian Ghomeshi article
The New York Review of Books editor had defended publishing a contentious piece by an ex-broadcaster.
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mercredi 19 septembre 2018
SportBrett Kavanaugh: Sexual assault accuser 'needs more time'
Rushing the testimony of the woman who says the US Supreme Court pick attacked her is wrong, her lawyer says.
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SportPioneering US ballet dancer Arthur Mitchell dies at 84
The African-American ballet dancer rose from poverty in Harlem to achieve global success.
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SportNew York inmate's golf drawings lead to exoneration in murder
Valentino Dixon, whose art featured in a golf magazine, is a free man after 27 years behind bars.
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SportJack Ma rows back on pledge to create one million US jobs
The Alibaba chair rows back on a pledge to create a million American jobs, blaming rising US-China tensions.
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SportBrett Kavanaugh: Senate sets deadline for accuser testimony
In a letter, the judiciary committee chairman says it is "not the FBI's role" to investigate this.
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SportCalifornia couple deny mass drug rape allegations
The couple disputes the charges and says the allegations harm "true victims of sexual assault".
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SportCaptain Cook's HMS Endeavour might have been found in US
Researchers in the US will release a 3D image on Friday before a planned excavation in 2019.
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SportControversial cuts to Toronto council can proceed - court
An appeals court has reversed a decision that found cuts to Toronto council unconstitutional.
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SportGeorgia man jailed after rape victim spots him six years later
Antonio White was convicted of rape after the victim recognised him at a train station in Atlanta.
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SportDenise Mueller-Korenek: Cycling world land speed record broken
Denise Mueller-Korenek rode a custom bike at a 183.932 mph average, the take-off speed of an Airbus A340.
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SportFlorence: Two patients dead after van swept away in floods
A van carrying two mental health patients in South Carolina was overtaken by floods. officials say.
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SportTrump on Sessions: 'I don't have an attorney general'
US President Donald Trump says he is "very disappointed" in Attorney General Jeff Sessions.
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SportPoor Toad: How Stormy Daniels ruined Mario Kart
When details from her tell-all memoir were published, one detail stood out.
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SportUS judge allows e-voting despite hack fears
The state of Georgia judge is "gravely concerned" about hacking - but allows e-voting to go ahead.
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SportArrests in Georgia church for selling edible marijuana
The pair were caught selling cereal treats, brownies and puddings laced with marijuana, police say.
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mardi 18 septembre 2018
SportPuerto Rico bets on a coffee comeback
Thousands of rural families in the rugged mountain region want to rebuild the hurricane-hit economy.
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SportChristine Blasey Ford: Kavanaugh accuser 'faces death threats'
Christine Blasey Ford's attorney says her client has been "deflecting death threats and harassment".
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SportThe US war that never officially ended
As the leaders of North and South Korea meet, one issue on the table is the never-ending war with the US.
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SportFacebook job ads 'discriminated by gender'
Women in three US states were allegedly not shown job ads for certain "male-dominated professions".
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SportSeaWorld and ex-boss to pay $5m to settle fraud claim
The marine park misled investors over the impact of the documentary Blackfish, the US regulator says.
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SportUS surgeon and girlfriend suspected of multiple drug rapes
Prosecutors say about 1,000 videos of possible victims were found on the "clean-cut" pair's phones.
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SportSesame Workshop says Bert are Ernie are 'best friends' and not gay
A writer says he sees the puppet pair as a gay couple, but Sesame Workshop calls them "best friends".
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SportStorm Florence: Residents warned 'not to return home'
North Carolina's governor said flooding continues in parts of the state and urged residents to stay put.
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SportBoy dresses like Black Panther hero "to feel like himself"
Stephanie Hardy's son is picked on at school for his size and skin tone but his confidence was boosted at a Comic Expo event.
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weight loss fitnessCan eating this type of sugar prevent weight gain?
Newly published research finds that mannose, a type of sugar, has surprising effects on metabolism, weight gain, and the gut's microbiome.
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SportWhy do billionaires want to own the news?
Salesforce founder's purchase of Time magazine is the latest example of moguls buying news outlets.
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SportRegret over shaming homeless man filmed shaving on train
A viral video of a man shaving on the train has got people questioning if we should be so quick to shame people online
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SportMcDonald's workers strike over sexual harassment policy
American employees call on the fast food giant to do more to tackle workplace sexual harassment.
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SportCelia Barquín: European golf champion murdered in Iowa
A man is charged with murder after Spanish golfer Celia Barquín is found dead on an Iowa golf course.
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lundi 17 septembre 2018
SportUS imposes new $200bn tariffs on China
The US is imposing new tariffs on $200bn (£150bn) worth of Chinese goods as it escalates its trade war with Beijing.
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SportKavanaugh and accuser to testify in Senate
The Supreme Court nominee and his accuser are reportedly both invited to appear before senators.
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SportUS slashes number of refugees to 30,000
It is the lowest figure since after the 9/11 attacks when 27,000 refugees were let into the US.
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SportOne in 11 US teens have vaped cannabis, new study finds
One in eleven teens have used an electronic vapourisor to consume cannabis, according to a new survey.
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SportWilmington: A community cut off after 'terrifying' storm
The city of Wilmington for a while became an island encircled by deluge of Florence.
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SportNova Scotia lotto aunt and nephew reach deal in jackpot feud
A judge had frozen half the contested lottery prize winnings until the courts resolved the dispute.
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SportFirst-date peach tree bears fruit for son
Rhys O'Neill's promise to his girlfriend stood the test of time - as their son discovered.
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SportBaby squirrels freed from tail tangle in Wisconsin
Five squirrel siblings are saved by a US wildlife centre after their tails got dangerously tangled.
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SportFlorence: Hundreds rescued as flooding swells in Carolinas
Emergency crews have rescued more than 900 people in North Carolina as floodwaters continue to rise.
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SportMassachusetts shark attack victim 'died doing what he loved'
Arthur Medici, an engineering student from Brazil, was an avid outdoorsman, his family says.
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weight loss fitnessWeight loss surgery: How taste influences success
How does a person's taste in foods following weight loss surgery influence how successful the procedure is? A new study may have answered this question.
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SportUS border agent Juan David Ortiz 'confesses to murders'
Juan David Ortiz says that he killed four women and assaulted a fifth, police records say.
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SportCoca-Cola 'in talks' over cannabis-infused drinks
A report says the drinks giant is in discussions to develop pot-infused beverages with a cannabis firm.
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weight loss fitnessWhat are the best exercises for bat wings?
Strengthening the arms can help improve the muscles and promote fat loss. This can help to improve the shape of the arms and reduce excess and drooping skin that is there. This excess skin is sometimes known as "bat wings" or "bingo wings." Learn more about how to get rid of bat wings.
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SportBrett Kavanaugh: Republican senators call for vote delay
Senator Jeff Flake says the Supreme Court vote should be paused until the alleged victim is heard.
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SportSalesforce billionaire Marc Benioff to buy Time magazine
Marc Benioff becomes the latest tech entrepreneur to buy a media title with the $190m purchase.
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SportDwyane Wade: Miami Heat legend to return for 16th NBA season
Three-time NBA champion Dwyane Wade confirms he is returning to Miami Heat for a 16th and final season.
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SportCardi B denies posting transphobic meme on Facebook
The rapper says "a former team member" is the only person with access to the account.
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dimanche 16 septembre 2018
SportStorm Florence: Heavy flooding 'cuts off' North Carolina city
Impassable roads have left the coastal city of Wilmington, North Carolina, cut off completely.
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SportPrimetime Emmy Awards 2018: 7 things to look out for
How Sandra Oh could make history and why Donald Glover might have the last laugh.
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SportLast call for Nevada’s brothels?
Brothels have been legal in Nevada since 1971 - but could they face the axe?
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SportGreen Book wins influential Toronto festival award
The film took the People's Choice Award at Toronto Film Festival, an indicator for future prizes.
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SportBrett Kavanaugh 'sexual assault victim' speaks
Christine Blasey Ford says she was the teenager allegedly assaulted by Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh.
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SportMassachusetts gas-blast: Residents allowed home after fires and explosions
Residents can return to more than 8,000 homes evacuated after gas blasts and fires near Boston.
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SportStorm Florence: Worst still to come, authorities warn
Warnings of "catastrophic" floods remain from Storm Florence, which has already killed 12.
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SportThe 'Scotch-Irish' influence on US democracy
The significance of one culture on the creation of the American political system.
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samedi 15 septembre 2018
SportStorm Florence: 'Epic' amounts of rain unloaded on Carolinas
Further catastrophic flooding is expected as the death toll from Florence rises to 11.
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SportDeadly 'shark attack' at Massachusetts beach
"Just a giant eruption of water. 15ft wide. I saw a tail and a lot of thrashing."
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SportThe Bezos backlash: Is 'big philanthropy' a charade?
The Amazon founder has pledged to donate $2bn, but critics say he should pay Amazon workers more instead.
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SportUS 'serial killer' border agent arrested in Texas
The Border Patrol agent is suspected of killing four prostitutes earlier this month.
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SportSpanish-speaking Taco Bell worker fired for refusing English-speaker
A Spanish-speaking Taco Bell employee was fired for refusing to serve an English speaker in Florida.
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SportUS Coast Guard employee removed for 'white power sign' on air
The team member glanced at the camera before briefly making the gesture, provoking online outcry.
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SportStorm Florence: The impact in numbers
It may have weakened but the full extent of damage may not be clear for days. Here's a numerical guide.
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SportStorm Florence: Disaster in Carolinas as deaths rise
Further catastrophic flooding is expected as "relentless" Florence grinds on, killing seven people.
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SportIn pictures: Hurricane Florence strikes the eastern US
A selection of striking images from the day Hurricane Florence made landfall in North Carolina.
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vendredi 14 septembre 2018
SportHurricane Florence: Warnings of 'catastrophic' flash flooding
US officials warn of life-threatening floods as five deaths are linked to the East Coast storm.
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SportPuerto Rico hurricane: How was the 3,000 death toll worked out?
President Trump has disputed a study saying Hurricane Maria claimed nearly 3,000 casualties - is he right?
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SportMac Miller death: Ariana Grande pays tribute to ex-boyfriend
The singer described him as her "dearest friend" and the "kindest, sweetest soul".
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SportThe day Lehman Brothers went under
The BBC talked to people involved about their memories of the bank's collapse on 15 September 2008.
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SportMummified ice age wolf pup and caribou found in northern Canada
The well-preserved remains of a wolf pup and a caribou offer glimpses of life 50,000 years ago.
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SportBrett Kavanaugh denies sexual misconduct in high school
The allegation against the US Supreme Court nominee dates back to when he was a high-school student.
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SportTrump 'orders further China tariffs'
US President Donald Trump reportedly tells staff to move ahead with tariffs on $200bn worth of Chinese goods.
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SportElon Musk makes another space tourism promise
SpaceX signs up first private passenger for its Big Falcon Rocket, which is yet to blast off.
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SportCanada cannabis entrepreneurs 'could face US lifetime ban'
Border officials reportedly say cannabis users and entrepreneurs could be banned from US travel.
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weight loss fitnessHow body fat affects men's and women's health differently
New research in rodents helps us understand why women are better protected against the harmful effects of excessive body fat than men.
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SportBotham Shem Jean: Police 'trying to smear' shooting victim
Botham Shem Jean, 26, was shot dead in his own apartment by an off-duty police officer.
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SportEminem didn't 'feel right' about homophobic lyrics about Tyler, The Creator
The rapper says his lyrics on recent album Kamikaze went 'too far' in his attempt to 'hurt' the Odd Future star.
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SportTrump ex-campaign chief Manafort 'strikes plea deal'
The former Trump campaign chairman has agreed to plead guilty to two criminal charges, US media report.
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Sport'My motto is, how can I make this happen?'
For six years Tilly Griffiths dreamt of studying in the US and now thanks to NHS funding she is going.
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SportHurricane Florence: First surges hit US shores
Thousands have evacuated ahead of the category one storm, which is about to make landfall on the south eastern coast of the US.
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SportManiac: Mixed reviews for Emma Stone's Netflix show
The psychological dark comedy series stars Hollywood royalty Emma Stone and Jonah Hill.
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SportUranus Examiner: Local newspaper stirs controversy
An unusually named town in Missouri is stirring controversy with the title of its new newspaper.
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SportActress Cynthia Nixon loses New York Democratic primary
Cynthia Nixon was defeated in the race to be Democratic candidate for New York governor.
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jeudi 13 septembre 2018
SportHurricane Florence: 'Life-threatening' storm starts to lash US
Officials warn Hurricane Florence could kill "a lot of people" as it nears the US East Coast.
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SportTrump says US under 'no pressure' for China trade deal
The comments follow reports that the US and China may hold talks on the escalating trade conflict.
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SportHurricane Florence: What it’s like as the storm sets in
BBC correspondents show us what they're seeing as the storm nears the coasts of the Carolinas.
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SportSeries of explosions set fire to Massachusetts homes
The cause was not immediately clear but police suspect gas explosions were behind the blaze.
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SportHurricane Florence: Five reasons to fear this storm
Why it couldn't hit a worse area in the US
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SportAmnesty condemns Ontario's use of obscure clause
The rights group attacks the region headed by Doug Ford after he slashed Toronto city council by half.
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SportBeetle: Volkswagen's iconic car comes to the end of the road
Volkswagen ends output of its iconic marque, which found fame in Disney films, after sales fall.
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SportHurricane Florence: Prisons in hurricane's path not evacuated
Some on social media recall hurricane Katrina, when prisoners were left in flooded cells for four days.
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SportGoogle defends Trump election reaction
Right-wing website Breitbart published a video of senior Google staff reacting to the Trump win.
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SportNaomi Osaka does not feel sad about Serena Williams' outburst overshadowing US Open win
New US Open champion Naomi Osaka says she does not feel sad about the way her win was overshadowed by Serena Williams' outbursts at the umpire.
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SportHurricane Florence could 'kill a lot of people'
"Your time is running out" warns a US emergency official. "The ocean is going to start rising."
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SportTrump disputes Puerto Rico hurricane death toll
The president tweets: "3000 people did not die in the two hurricanes that hit Puerto Rico."
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mercredi 12 septembre 2018
SportCalifornia shootings: Six dead in Bakersfield
A man kills his wife and four other people before taking his own life in Bakersfield.
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SportHurricane Florence: 'Disaster' still feared as storm's winds weaken
Some 10 million people remain under a storm watch, as Hurricane Florence nears the Carolinas.
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SportWas the class of 2008 the unluckiest in history?
Around 1.5m students graduated from US universities just as the financial crash upended the economy.
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SportWhy do people ignore hurricane warnings?
Despite all the warnings, not everyone in the path of a hurricane will evacuate. Professor Robert Meyer tells the BBC why.
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Sport'Miracle' recovery for boy after meat skewer pierces head
The Missouri boy fell from a tree house and landed head first on a foot-long meat skewer.
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SportCBS's Jeff Fager: 60 Minutes producer out amid #MeToo claims
CBS executive Jeff Fager is leaving his job after sexual harassment allegations, which he denies.
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SportTeens rob US store after clerk collapses
The pair ignored a collapsed worker to steal from a petrol station in Auburn in the US, police say.
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weight loss fitnessHow can I sleep with rheumatoid arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a disorder that affects the immune system and may cause joint stiffness or pain. RA may make sleep difficult, and a lack of sleep may make the condition worse. There are many tips for improving sleep including avoiding caffeine and alcohol. Learn more about how to sleep better with RA here.
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SportTrump signs order to punish foreign meddlers in US votes
The directive itself is not a sanction, but imposes bans or restrictions on suspected culprits.
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SportHiker likely killed in Oregon's first fatal cougar attack
Diana Bober's body was found with wounds consistent with a large animal attack, officials say.
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weight loss fitnessBlocking this protein may keep obesity, diabetes at bay
Deleting the RNA-silencing protein Ago2 in mice's livers changed the animals' energy metabolism and prevented obesity, diabetes, and fatty liver disease.
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SportApple unveils next-generation Watch
Apple begins its press event by unveiling a smartwatch with a bigger screen than earlier models.
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SportMark Wahlberg reveals gruelling daily regime
The actor gets up in the middle of the night to perform one of two daily work outs.
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SportUS plans crackdown on e-cigarette firms citing 'epidemic' teen use
The Food and Drug Administration is considering banning sale of flavoured e-cigarettes.
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SportHurricane Florence: Mass evacuation from 'storm of a lifetime'
South Carolina authorities turn four motorways into one-way routes away from the coast.
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SportMarie Colvin: Reporter's last days retold for cinema
Big screen documentary goes to great lengths to cast a new light on the war journalist's story - even using hard-to-spot reconstructed scenes.
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SportHurricane Florence: 'Everybody's frightened'
Hurricane Florence is gathering strength as it moves in on the US East Coast.
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SportBackstreet Boys star assault charge dropped
The Backstreet Boys singer will not be charged as the statute of limitations has passed.
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mardi 11 septembre 2018
SportTrump's claim of success in Puerto Rico hurricane response derided
The president called the response to Hurricane Maria, which killed 2,975 on the island, "tremendous".
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SportCanadian immigrant twice wins million-dollar lottery prizes
African-immigrant Melhig Melhig, 28, won the lottery twice over the span of five months.
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weight loss fitnessWhat are the most healthful nuts you can eat?
Nuts are one of the best sources of plant-based protein, and they provide a wide range of other nutrients and healthful fatty acids. A diet that contains nuts has the potential to improve both heart and overall health. In this article, we take a look at six of the healthiest nuts and their nutritional profiles.
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SportRow over yoga pants ban continues in Wisconsin school
The ACLU claims the "sexist policy" is still being enforced by some teachers in the school district.
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SportIs this road sign in Canada the world's most confusing?
The sign on a Canadian highway has been up since August, after a hotel removed its billboard.
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SportGeorgia school to ask parents to paddle students as punishment
Parents who do not consent to the policy have to agree to suspend their children for up to five days.
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SportSerena Williams: Herald Sun front page defends cartoon
Australia's Herald Sun has republished the picture on its front page, attacking its critics.
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SportLabrador saves US man from wrongful sex abuse prison term
A non-profit group was able to prove a dog Joshua Horner had allegedly killed was still alive.
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SportAre female tennis players treated unfairly?
Is there any data to show that women tennis players are fined more often than men?
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SportDawson's Creek actor on miscarriage 'heartbreak'
The former Dawson's Creek actor shares an emotional message about his wife's three miscarriages.
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SportUS President Donald Trump's Ireland visit cancelled
The US president was due to visit Ireland in November.
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SportTrump marks 9/11 anniversary at Pennsylvania memorial
Mr Trump will give a speech at a newly inaugurated memorial in Pennsylvania where Flight 93 crashed.
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Sport'Crack pipe' vending machines found in Long Island, NY
Town officials in Long Island say the illegally placed machines are dispensing drug paraphernalia.
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SportMac Miller death: Charlie Puth 'tried to help' rapper get clean
Musician Charlie Puth said he tried to get Mac Miller "clean" before the rapper died aged 26 last week.
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SportDavid Henrie: Disney actor arrested for gun at LAX airport
Former Wizards of Waverly Place star David Henrie said he "unintentionally" had the weapon.
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SportUS boy in custody after pointing gun at teacher
The boy is charged with attempted murder after allegedly pointing a gun at his teacher in Iowa.
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lundi 10 septembre 2018
SportSerena Williams: Cartoonist denies US Open depiction is racist
Mark Knight denies his US Open cartoon is offensive, saying "the world has just gone crazy".
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SportHurricane Florence: Trump issues warning as storm strengthens
The president urges people to stay safe as Hurricane Florence heads for the Carolinas.
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SportSerena Williams and the trope of the 'angry black woman'
The tennis star's loss sparked a debate about gender, but also evoked a long-held racial stereotype.
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SportMan charged in murder of Canadian teen Marrisa Shen
Ibrahim Ali had no criminal record prior to his arrest for the murder for the schoolgirl in 2017.
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SportCalifornia governor signs law for clean energy by 2045
Governor Jerry Brown signs legislation committing California to carbon-free electricity by 2045.
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SportCanada man emails 247 women called Nicole to find girl he met
A missed connection helped create a sisterhood of women named Nicole at a Canadian university.
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SportColorado robber drops gun then trousers
He meant to rob a vape shop in Aurora, but the whole plan went south in a just a matter of seconds.
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SportJudge orders accused Russian agent Maria Butina to remain jailed
US prosecutors now say they were wrong to claim Maria Butina had offered sex for work.
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SportPennsylvania gas line explosion sends flames into sky
Homes were evacuated but no injuries were reported as a result of the blast.
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SportCanada ends search for missing German star Daniel Küblböck
The reality show contestant and actor went missing from a cruise ship off Newfoundland's coast.
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SportInternational Criminal Court: US threatens sanctions
"If the court comes after us, we will not sit quietly," National Security Advisor John Bolton warns.
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SportNFL and Nike: Are protests hurting the game's ratings?
Critics say protests are hurting the NFL, but others argue its TV that fans are turning away from.
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SportWoman shoots husband dead at Walmart in front of children
Police say three children were present but uninjured in the incident on Saturday morning.
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SportHurricane Florence: 'Extremely dangerous' storm threatens East Coast
The "extremely dangerous" Florence is now a category three storm, and gaining strength.
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SportUS 'to close Palestinian mission in Washington'
The organisation is the internationally-recognised representative of the Palestinian people.
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SportNFL: Colin Kaepernick thanks Miami Dolphins duo for kneeling during anthem
Colin Kaepernick thanks Miami Dolphins duo Kenny Stills and Albert Wilson after they kneeled during the US national anthem on Sunday.
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SportOlivia Munn ‘shunned’ by The Predator cast after having scene cut
Some cast pull out of interviews after the actress got a scene where she had appeared with a registered sex offender cut.
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SportNike sales defy Kaepernick ad campaign backlash
Critics of Nike's use of Colin Kaepernick in its ad campaign wanted consumers to boycott the brand.
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SportMiss America 2019: Miss Michigan criticises Flint water crisis
Emily Sioma used her Miss America introduction to draw attention to continuing failures on the deadly crisis.
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dimanche 9 septembre 2018
SportTexas officer charged with manslaughter over 'wrong flat' killing
The Texas policewoman shot a man in his flat in Texas after thinking she was in her own home.
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SportUS Open 2018: Serena Williams' claims of sexism backed by WTA
Serena Williams' claims of sexism during the US Open final are backed by the governing body of women's tennis.
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SportLes Moonves 'to leave CBS' as new sexual misconduct claims appear
Les Moonves will resign as CEO, US media say, as fresh accusations of sexual misconduct appear.
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Sport9/11 attack: New York City subway station reopens after 17 years
A New York subway station has reopened for the first time since being destroyed in the 9/11 attack.
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weight loss fitnessThese supplements may actually harm your health
A new study finds that numerous weight loss and fitness supplements contain unsafe amounts of a substance that may harm cardiovascular health.
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samedi 8 septembre 2018
SportUS Open 2018: Serena Williams accuses umpire of sexism after meltdown in final
Serena Williams says she was not cheating in the US Open final and accuses the umpire of sexism in docking her a game.
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SportUS trade wars: The farmers who trust Trump, but not without worries
Support for the president is still strong in the US farming heartland, but there are concerns too.
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SportOsaka wins as Williams calls umpire 'thief'
Serena Williams breaks down in tears after she is docked a game in the final set of a dramatic US Open final which she lost 6-2 6-4 to Japan's Naomi Osaka.
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SportToronto Film Festival: Hate U Give lead found casting criticism ‘hard’
Amandla Stenberg says it was difficult to have her casting queried because she is not darker-skinned.
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SportSprinter Johnson has 'mini-stroke'
Four-time Olympic champion Michael Johnson says he is recovering at home after suffering a "mini-stroke".
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SportMac Miller: Stars pay tribute to US rapper 'found dead' aged 26
Fellow rappers and singers lead tributes to the artist who died at his home of an apparent overdose.
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SportCardi B and Nicki Minaj feud turns physical at New York party
The famous rap stars scuffled at New York Fashion Week over alleged comments about Cardi B's baby.
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vendredi 7 septembre 2018
weight loss fitnessWhat carbs should you avoid?
Many people avoid eating carbohydrates to help them lose weight. However, some carbohydrates are beneficial and can be healthful when included in the diet. Carbohydrates can be simple or complex, and each type has a different effect on the body. Learn more about how to eat carbohydrates healthfully here.
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SportJared Kushner's awkward door moment
The White House top adviser and president's son-in-law found himself locked out of Nafta talks in Canada.
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SportUS rapper Mac Miller dead at 26
US rapper Mac Miller found dead at his California home aged 26 after apparent overdose, US media report
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SportEx-Trump aide jailed in Russia inquiry
Former Donald Trump aide George Papadopoulos jailed for 14 days for lying to the FBI in Russia investigation
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SportAvtandil Khurtsidze: Former boxing champion jailed for 10 years
Avtandil Khurtsidze acted as the "chief enforcer" for an elite Soviet criminal enterprise in the US.
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SportThe ways Barack Obama slammed Donald Trump
Nazis, demagogues and conspiracy theories - three lines of attack by one president against another.
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SportTrump warns further China tariffs 'ready to go'
If both sets of tariffs go ahead virtually all of China's US exports will be subject to new duties.
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SportChris Pine downplays Outlaw King nudity at Toronto
The actor is surprised at the interest generated by a nude scene in his film about Robert the Bruce.
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SportWoman and son critically injured in giraffe attack
The British resident and three-year-old remain in hospital following the incident in South Africa.
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SportTrump urges inquiry into anonymous New York Times editorial
He said the attorney general should investigate "because I really believe it's national security".
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SportOregon romance novelist charged in husband's murder
The Wrong Husband author Nancy Crampton Brophy has been charged in the shooting death of her husband.
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SportObama attacks 'crazy stuff' from Trump White House
The former president urges "a restoration of honesty and decency and lawfulness in our government".
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SportObama: 'Trump a symptom not the cause' of US division
Former President Barack Obama accuses his successor of capitalising on fear and anger.
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weight loss fitnessCan yoga improve your sex life?
Does yoga improve sexual function? We take a look at what the research has to say and what poses may be best for a happier, more fulfilling sex life.
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SportThe Predator: Olivia Munn gets scene featuring registered sex offender cut
Olivia Munn, who stars in the movie, discovered she had acted opposite a registered sex offender.
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SportGeoffrey Owens: 'Job-shamed' Cosby Show star lands TV role
Geoffrey Owens has taken Tyler Perry up on his offer of a role in 10 episodes of his TV drama.
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SportTesla shares sink after key executives exit
The resignations come hours after the firm's chief executive Elon Musk smoked marijuana live on the web.
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SportTexas officer kills man in flat she mistakes for her own
The off-duty officer in Dallas, Texas who killed a 26-year-old man in a flat is under investigation.
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SportIt's Always Sunny star mocks his 'unrealistic' body change
Rob McElhenney jokes about his new physique as the 13th series of his TV show debuts this week.
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SportUS jobs and wage growth picks up
More jobs were added than expected in August, while annual wage growth hit a nine-year high.
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SportElon Musk smokes marijuana live on web show
The tech entrepreneur was offered a joint by a podcast host during filming.
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SportMichael Moore premieres Trump 'warning' film Fahrenheit 11/9 at Toronto
The Oscar-winning director says the film is "a siren call" to a "despairing, dispirited public".
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SportUS tech firms ask for protection from next Trump tariffs
Four US companies warn another round of taxes on Chinese imports could result in job losses.
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jeudi 6 septembre 2018
SportSyria war: US 'has seen evidence' chemical weapons being prepared
A senior diplomat says there is "lots of evidence" chemical weapons are being readied for use in Idlib.
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SportSerena Williams into US Open final with emphatic win over Anastasija Sevastova
Serena Williams beats Latvia's Anastasija Sevastova to move closer to a record-equalling 24th Grand Slam singles title.
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Sport100 Women: The truth behind the 'bra-burning' feminists
Protesting outside Miss America 1968, women threw mops, make-up and bras into a "Freedom Trash Can" - but never set them alight.
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SportIsraeli teen 'dies in fall at Yosemite while taking selfie'
The teenager was taking a selfie when he slipped and fell to his death, Israeli media report.
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SportMychal Kendricks: Super Bowl winner facing up to 25 years in jail
Super Bowl-winner Mychal Kendricks faces up to 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to charges of insider trading.
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SportBurt Reynolds: The highs and lows of the Hollywood star's career
The Hollywood heartthrob cut his teeth in Westerns, but his acting career wasn't always a smooth ride.
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SportIda Lewis: Lighthouse heroine gets Arlington honour
A 19th Century lighthouse keeper is the first woman to have a road named after her at the cemetery.
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SportTwitter bans Alex Jones and Infowars for abusive behaviour
Twitter permanently bans Alex Jones, Infowars conspiracy theorist, for abusive behaviour.
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SportObituary: Burt Reynolds
One of Hollywood's most enduring actors who could move effortlessly from comedy to drama.
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weight loss fitnessHow many is too many eggs?
Many people add eggs to their diet to increase their protein intake. Although research once linked eggs to cholesterol, it has now proven that people can consume eggs safely. There is no set number of eggs a person should eat. Most people can eat 1–3 eggs per day. Learn more about how many eggs you should eat here.
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SportOscars postpone plans for new popular film category
The new award, which could have recognised box office hits like Black Panther, drew industry criticism.
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SportHollywood star Burt Reynolds dies, 82
Burt Reynolds dies, aged 82 - he starred in a string of hits in the 1970s, including Smokey and the Bandit and Deliverance
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SportBrett Kavanaugh: Supreme Court pick 'questioned abortion ruling'
Emails suggest Brett Kavanaugh questioned whether a ruling legalising abortion was "settled law".
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SportDancer sues New York City Ballet over nude photos
The lawsuit alleges the company has a "fraternity-like atmosphere" that permitted sexual harassment.
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SportOhio officer who Tasered girl 'violated department policy'
A report finds the officer used excessive force when he Tasered an 11-year-old accused of shoplifting.
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SportMike Pence denies he wrote 'gutless' anonymous editorial
The vice-president rejects speculation that he was behind a scathing editorial criticising Mr Trump.
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SportBoston police captain's son jailed for IS terror plot
Alexander Ciccolo, 26, was preparing an attack on a US university using improvised explosives and guns.
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SportFrank Lampard photoshop used to promote New York park
An uncanny image of Frank Lampard is oddly being used to showcase an upcoming New York public space.
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SportStarbucks offers Italians pizza, ice cream and coffee
The US chain has decided it will need more than a latte to impress Italians.
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SportThe Simpsons producer reveals big mistake from the show
Matt Selman tweeted that Maggie's photo is on the wall when Marge reveals she's pregnant with her.
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SportEmirates airline: Flu suspected after illness on Dubai flight
New York health officials await test results after 10 passengers travelling from Dubai are hospitalised.
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SportUS woman jailed for smuggling cocaine in high heels
Denise Woodrum had argued that she was duped into drug smuggling by a fake internet suitor.
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SportCan India work with 'unpredictable' Trump?
India's deals with Russia and Iran are likely to dominate talks with US officials in Delhi.
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mercredi 5 septembre 2018
SportRoy Moore sues Sacha Baron Cohen for defamation over TV stunt
The former US Senate candidate says he was libelled in an episode of the Who Is America? show.
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SportUS 2018 mid-terms in charts: Should Donald Trump be worried?
Donald Trump won't be on the ballot when Americans go to the polls on 6 November, but the elections will shape the rest of his presidency.
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SportBrett Kavanaugh, Supreme Court nominee, sidesteps subpoena question
Trump's Supreme Court pick Brett Kavanaugh said he would not be drawn on a hypothetical question.
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weight loss fitnessHow to tell if stress is affecting your sleep
Stress can adversely affect physical and mental health. One common result of stress is an inability to sleep. Insufficient sleep can increase the risk of a range of health conditions. Reducing stress through exercise and medication can improve quality of sleep. Learn more about the link between stress and sleep here.
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SportMistrial declared in Blackwater guard's Iraqi murder case
Nicholas Slatten faced a retrial for a murder charge over the 2007 Baghdad shooting that killed 14 civilians.
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SportTwitter chief: We unfairly hid accounts
Jack Dorsey denies censoring conservative voices but accepts the company "made mistakes".
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SportDonald Trump denies discussing assassination of Syria's Assad
A new book on Trump's White House says he ordered the assassination of Bashar al-Assad.
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SportCongressman 'auctions' shouting protester out of hearing
When a protester interrupted a hearing, a congressman dealt with the disruption in a novel way.
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SportBigfoot researcher's lawsuit tossed out by Canada court
Todd Standing wanted the province of British Columbia to recognise the existence of the sasquatch.
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weight loss fitnessWhat can I eat on a no-carb diet?
Many people reduce carbohydrate intake to help them lose weight. Carbohydrates are important macronutrients, but cutting them can help people to lose weight by making it possible to reduce calories and improve feelings of fullness. Alternatives to carbs can make it easier to stick to a low-carb diet. Learn more here.
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SportAquatic Florida fugitive begs for help after swallowing algae
A Florida suspect was trying to swim from police when he swallowed toxic algae and begged for help.
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SportOver $400,000 raised online for US homeless man 'gone'
The couple behind the online campaign have been ordered to testify about what happened to the money.
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SportGwyneth Paltrow's Goop pays $145,000 in vaginal egg lawsuit
The lifestyle website can no longer make health claims about its products without reliable evidence.
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SportJordan Belliveau: Mother arrested for missing son's murder
Jordan Belliveau's mother admitted hitting the toddler and leaving to die in woods, police say.
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SportCancer survivor's bike returned after poster plea
A Seattle woman's irate poster prompted a homeless man to help reunite her husband with the bike.
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SportKim Kardashian is 'fighting' to free another prisoner
The reality star and the judge who sentenced Chris Young are working to free him.
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SportTimothy Piazza: Penn State victim's parents settle with Beta Theta Pi
Timothy Piazza's family may still proceed with charges against other named defendants.
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SportAmazon's Jeff Bezos donates $10m to back military veterans
The Amazon founder donates to a bipartisan political action committee aimed at electing veterans.
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SportJudy Garland's slippers: Five more items that are still missing
After Judy Garland's ruby-red slippers turned up again, what other precious items remain missing?
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SportPompeo in Pakistan for 'reset' talks with PM Khan
The US secretary of state's visits amid allegations Islamabad is supporting Afghan militants.
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SportPassengers sick on Dubai-New York flight
A jetliner is quarantined on arrival at JFK airport with reports of passengers feeling ill.
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SportFacebook, Twitter grilled on election meddling
The social networks must explain to US Congress how they will prevent election meddling.
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SportElon Musk in new rant at Thai cave rescuer
The Tesla founder says UK diver Vernon Unsworth is a "child rapist" without providing evidence.
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SportColin Kaepernick: Serena Williams says Nike advert is 'powerful statement'
Serena Williams praises Nike for making Colin Kaepernick the face of its new advertising campaign, saying "they're not afraid".
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SportAyana Pressley: African-American woman wins Massachusetts primary
Ayana Pressley will become the first African-American woman to represent Massachusetts in Congress.
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SportKevin Spacey: LA prosecutors drop sexual assault charge
Prosecutors in LA say the alleged 1992 incident falls outside California's statute of limitations.
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SportTheranos: Scandal hit blood-testing firm to shut
Controversial US blood-testing company Theranos is to formally dissolve and pay off creditors.
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SportDonald Trump condemns Bob Woodward book as 'con'
The president says the picture of a White House in chaos is made up of "lies and phony sources".
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mardi 4 septembre 2018
weight loss fitnessWhat are some low-carb bread alternatives?
Many people choose to avoid bread for health reasons. They may be trying to lose weight on a low-carb or ketogenic diet or might be intolerant to gluten. Bread alternatives include cloud bread, eggplant, and nori sheets. Here, learn about some bread alternatives for making sandwiches, wraps, and other popular meals.
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SportRyder Cup 2018: Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson get United States wildcards
Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and Bryson DeChambeau are given Ryder Cup wildcards by United States captain Jim Furyk.
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SportEmergency on US Gulf Coast as Storm Gordon nears
Tropical Storm Gordon is due to strengthen to a hurricane when it makes landfall late on Tuesday.
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SportAsk America: Is now the best time to be young in the US?
President Trump says there's never been a better time to be young and American. This is what young Americans told us.
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SportUS wife accused of 'fatally poisoning husband with eyedrops'
She also once "accidentally" shot her husband in the head with a crossbow as he slept, police say.
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SportJudy Garland's stolen ruby slippers found after 13 years
The highly valued shoes from the Wizard of Oz were taken from a museum 13 years ago.
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weight loss fitnessWeight loss: Plant-based drug 'switches off' hunger
An extract from a plant used in traditional Chinese medicine may help 'switch off' hunger in the brain, helping people with obesity lose weight.
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SportSteve Bannon dropped from New Yorker festival after backlash
Donald Trump's former strategist describes the magazine's editor as "gutless" for changing his mind.
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SportFeels Like Summer: Celeb cameos in Donald Glover's new video
Michelle Obama comforting a crying Kanye West is one of many celeb cameos in Feels Like Summer.
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SportIs inequality fuelling the rise of the sexy selfie?
One artist explores what's behind the social media phenomenon of the sexy selfie.
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SportColin Kaepernick: Nike suffer #justburnit backlash over advertising campaign
Critics burn Nike trainers and clothing in protest at Colin Kaepernick's appointment as the face of the brand's new advertising campaign.
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SportAretha Franklin's family found eulogy 'distasteful'
A fire and brimstone sermon "did not properly eulogise" the Queen of Soul, her family says.
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SportCosby actor responds after being 'job-shamed' at Trader Joe's
Geoffrey Owens says he hopes his experience will change how people view the dignity of workers.
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SportPoster prank hoodwinks McDonald's
Two friends hung a fake poster of themselves in their local McDonald's to make a point about Asian representation and it's still there weeks later.
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SportLewinsky in Israel walk-out after Bill Clinton question
She walked off stage in Israel after she was asked about her relationship with President Clinton.
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SportMarvel: Author Neil Gaiman backs Ironheart writer Eve Ewing
Neil Gaiman responds to criticism of Eve Ewing's experience writing fiction.
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SportLil Pump tells fans he's going to jail
The rapper reveals he has violated his parole but will be dropping "crazy stuff" while behind bars.
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SportClaire Wineland: Cystic fibrosis activist dies at 21
Claire Wineland made a name for herself writing and speaking about her life with the disease.
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weight loss fitnessHow gut bacteria may help you diet and stay healthy
In a new study on mice, Swiss researchers show how gut bacteria influence the immune system, with implications for health and weight loss.
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SportNew Trump attack against Attorney General Jeff Sessions
The president accuses Jeff Sessions of hurting the Republicans by prosecuting two representatives.
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lundi 3 septembre 2018
SportUS Open 2018: Roger Federer knocked out by Australian John Millman
Five-time US Open champion Roger Federer is beaten in round four by world number 55 John Millman at Flushing Meadows.
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SportTrump Supreme Court nominee Kanavaugh faces key hearing
Brett Kavanaugh could make the court more conservative if the Senate approves his nomination.
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SportSyria Idlib: Trump warns of 'grave humanitarian mistake'
A "reckless" attack could mean the deaths of hundreds of thousands of civilians, the US leader says.
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SportColin Kaepernick to be face of new Nike ad campaign
Colin Kaepernick ignited controversy in 2016 when he refused to stand for the US national anthem.
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weight loss fitnessWhat to eat before a workout to lose weight and build muscle
Many types of food can aid a workout by providing the body with energy and nutrients. The right foods can help to burn fat, build muscle, and prepare the body to recover from exercise. Learn what to eat before a workout here.
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SportKevin Hart: Fans kicked out for using mobile phones at gigs
Fans have voiced their fury after being removed from Kevin Hart gigs for using their phones.
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weight loss fitnessExotic fruit may help fight obesity
An Amazonian fruit called camu camu may offer a new way to tackle obesity. Rich in phytochemicals, the fruit may also benefit the microbiome.
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dimanche 2 septembre 2018
SportChinese billionaire briefly arrested in US
Billionaire Liu Qiangdong's company say he was "falsely accused" of sexual misconduct in Minneapolis.
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SportThe basketball boss who made billions
Self-made billionaire Mark Cuban, owner of the Dallas Mavericks, says it was always his aim in life to be wealthy.
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SportJohn McCain funeral: Senator laid to rest at US Naval Academy
The war hero who went on to become a maverick Republican senator is buried after a private ceremony.
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weight loss fitnessWhat role does insulin play in immunity?
Insulin is key in regulating blood sugar levels. When this mechanism malfunctions, it can lead to diabetes. However, does insulin also stimulate immunity?
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samedi 1 septembre 2018
SportChloe x Halle: Meet Beyonce's soulful proteges
The sisters were signed to Beyonce's record label after covering one of her songs on YouTube.
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SportUS military to cancel $300m in Pakistan aid over terror groups
The Pentagon says Pakistan is failing to tackle militancy and the funds should be used elsewhere.
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SportUS Open 2018: Is Amazon's first serve strong enough?
British tennis fans have complained about Amazon's US Open coverage, but the online giant is breaking new ground.
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SportJohn McCain: Obama and Bush to lead Washington service
The ex-presidents will deliver eulogies to the Vietnam War hero who became a high-profile politician.
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SportPalestinians brand US aid cut to UN group 'a flagrant assault'
The US has ended all funding to the UN's Palestinian refugee agency.
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SportAmsterdam stabbing: Pair injured on Friday revealed as Americans
An Afghan citizen was arrested after Friday's attack at the busy central railway station.
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SportAretha Franklin bishop sorry for 'groping' Ariana Grande
"Maybe I crossed the border, maybe I was too friendly or familiar," Bishop Charles H Ellis III says.
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SportLana Del Rey: Singer postpones Israel performance after backlash
The US singer was under pressure to cancel her show in protest at Israel's policy on the Palestinians.
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SportNew Mexico compound gang arrested by FBI
Five residents of a site where police found firearms and starving children face conspiracy charges.
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