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Plane ditches into Pacific lagoon

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The Air Niugini Boeing 737-800 was attempting to land at Weno airport in Micronesia but ended up half submerged in Chuuk lagoon after the accident on Friday morning. The airline said the plane, which was involved in a collision with another aircraft earlier this year, had "landed short of the runway". Remarkably, it reported no serious injuries among those on the plane, which was making a scheduled stop on its way from the Micronesian capital Pohnpei to Port Moresby. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2xVbJqt

'Turbulence' in ties threatens U.S.-China security meeting

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Beijing and Washington are locked in a spiraling trade war that has seen them level increasingly severe rounds of tariffs on each other's imports. Friction between the world's top two economies is now moving beyond trade, with U.S. President Donald Trump accusing Beijing this week of seeking to interfere in congressional elections, marking what U.S. officials told Reuters was a new phase in an escalating campaign by Washington to put pressure on China. On the military front, China has been infuriated by the United States putting sanctions on the People's Liberation Army (PLA) for buying weapons from Russia, and by what Beijing sees as stepped up U.S. support for self-ruled Taiwan, claimed by China as its sacred territory. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2R5HMNr

The F-35B Just Went to War for the Very First Time

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And settled an old grudge in Afghanistan. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2NbLh1F

'Boofing' and 'ralphing' and other doubts about Kavanaugh's testimony

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Kavanaugh veered from the truth, offering explanations that conflicted with evidence or definitions that were unverifiable. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2DCdYFt

UN rights council renews Yemen war crimes probe

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The United Nations Human Rights Council voted to extend an international probe of alleged war crimes committed in Yemen despite strong opposition from Saudi Arabia and several of its allies. Last month, investigators detailed evidence of possible war crimes committed in Yemen by both the Saudi-led coalition and the Huthi rebels supported by Iran. The coalition and the Yemeni government, which together are battling the Huthis, strongly criticised the probe's initial report, arguing that it underplayed rebel violations and Iran's role. from Yahoo News - Latest News & Headlines https://ift.tt/2RciLjM

Why Silicon Valley Should Fear Europe's Competition Chief

In an interview with WIRED's editor in chief, Margrethe Vestager says Amazon, Apple, Google, and other tech giants can’t use their success to harm rivals. from Wired https://ift.tt/2xEJmh9

The Blasey Ford-Kavanaugh Hearings Through the Lens of One Woman

When Christine Blasey Ford spoke to the Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday morning, Erin Schaff was one of the few photographers in the room from Wired https://ift.tt/2N3H0gE

Blasey Ford–Kavanaugh Testimony Tells a Tale of Two Internets

As Christine Blasey Ford and Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh stood before Congress in turn, filter bubbles on the left and the right saw very different pictures. from Wired https://ift.tt/2OVm6lx

The SEC Is Suing Elon Musk (It's the Tweets)

The Tesla CEO is being charged with "making false and misleading statements." from Wired https://ift.tt/2xVuURd

Photography That Turns Architecture into Abstract Art.

Cities like you've never seen them. from Wired https://ift.tt/2xUunPm

Russia’s Elite Fancy Bear Hackers Have a Clever New Trick

For the first time, a so-called UEFI rootkit has been spotted in the wild. And it appears to come from Russia. from Wired https://ift.tt/2QfbFcO

Malia Obama appears in New Dakotas' music video

The former first daughter is seen lip-syncing and playing the harmonica in the indie rock video. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2xYrT2B

Ryder Cup spectator hit by wayward shot

A spectator is taken to hospital after being struck in the face by a wayward Brooks Koepka shot on the first day of the Ryder Cup. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2NM5IYe

Archaeologists unearth Roman road in Netherlands

The ancient stretch of road once marked the northern boundary of the Roman Empire. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Ip4GeD

Mickey Mouse expelled from Egypt schools

Egyptian governor bans 'unpatriotic' cartoon characters from schools. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2DACeb2

Theatre poster upsets Russian bureaucrats

Satire censorship backfires on Russian city authorities. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2zsGZiV

What 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. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2DHjJSi

Rudolf Nureyev: How the dance legend continues to inspire

The Russian ballet legend became a star in 1961 but a new film shows how his skill and legacy live on. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2xM3PAJ

Brazil indigenous group bets on 'golden fruit'

A rare variety of cocoa growing on its land is a ray of hope for an indigenous community in Brazil. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2DHZ7JL

Why Hollywood writer Ubah Mohamed hated her name

Ubah Mohamed used aliases to get work before breaking into Hollywood. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2OYNOxS

India airports: Has PM Modi built more than others?

The Indian prime minister says he's built more airports than previous governments - has he? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2xUBrMX

Racism and stereotypes in colonial India’s 'Instagram’

A recent exhibition of postcards from colonial India explores how Indians were portrayed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2NQHegk

India airports: Has PM Modi built more than others?

The Indian prime minister says he's built more airports than previous governments - has he? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2xUBrMX

Racism and stereotypes in colonial India’s 'Instagram’

A recent exhibition of postcards from colonial India explores how Indians were portrayed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2NQHegk

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump speaks at rally in West Virginia 09/29/18 7:22 PM

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Elon Musk to step down as chairman of Tesla, pay $20M in penalties in SEC settlement 09/29/18 6:03 PM

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump orders ‘supplemental’ FBI investigation into Kavanaugh 09/28/18 5:06 PM

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Senate GOP leaders agree to seek an additional FBI background investigation into Brett Kavanaugh before a final vote 09/28/18 4:01 PM

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Judiciary Committee recommends Kavanaugh in party-line vote; Sen Flake backs floor vote delay 09/28/18 2:00 PM

Across Senegal, the Beloved Baobab Tree Is the ‘Pride of the Neighborhood’

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By DIONNE SEARCEY from NYT World https://ift.tt/2xZBmXj

Ohio State Rallies to Still the Roar at Penn State

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By MARC TRACY from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2NRJsft

College Football: Depleted Clemson Escapes an Upset Against Syracuse

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By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2NabA8s

This Week’s Wedding Announcements

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By Unknown Author from NYT Fashion & Style https://ift.tt/2xQRsTT

Stephanie Friedman, Stanley Gartshein

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Ruben Porras, Raul Sanchez

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Roxanne Schwartz, Perri Silver

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Rachel Dempsey, Bryn Williams

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Norel Hassan, Timothy Knight

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Lauren Lepow, Joshua Stieber

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Laura Eidlitz, Victor Adefuye

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Katherine Whitman, Frank Broomell Jr.

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Julia Freling, ChiChi Madu

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Jennifer Berry, Travis Jarae

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Grace Chiou, Bradley Graw

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Drew Foreman, Anais Farges

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Carly Berg, Jeremy Koenig

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Ashley Gitter, Jared Snyder

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Andrew Lim, David Crawford

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What’s on TV Sunday: ‘God Friended Me’ and ‘The Simpsons’

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By SARA ARIDI from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/2NRKVlV

What Comes Next in Facebook’s Major Data Breach

For users, Facebook’s revelation of a data breach that gave attackers access to 50 million accounts raises an important question: What happens next? from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2RaO8Ly

Indonesia Tsunami Death Toll Nears 400, Expected to Rise

Residents too afraid to sleep indoors camped out in the darkness Saturday while victims recounted harrowing stories of being separated from their loved ones a day after a powerful earthquake triggered a tsunami that unleashed waves as high as 6 meters (20 feet), killing hundreds on the Indonesian island of Sulawesi. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2IqFBQy

Dutch Raids Neutralized Extremists' Threat, Authorities Say

Police who arrested seven men suspected of plotting a major extremist attack somewhere in the Netherlands found large quantities of raw materials for explosives at their homes, prosecutors said Friday. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2xY2INH

This Big North Korea Bargaining Chip Is About to Expire, so Trump Must Move Fast

Most foreign policy experts view President Trump's conciliatory remarks at the United Nations about Kim Jong Un as a step forward. But at least one analyst says the president must act quickly to solidify a deal with North Korea before the US trade dispute with China intensifies. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2Ok3C0T

Powerful Quakes Rock Indonesia Collapsing Homes as Tsunami Sweeps Others Away

Powerful earthquakes jolted the Indonesian island of Sulawesi on Friday, destroying houses and killing at least one person. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2xJDqDw

Chinese Government Destroys Christian Church, Bills Pastor for Demolition

Chinese authorities have passed on a bill to pastor Jin Mingri after the government demolished his Zion Church in Beijing, one of the largest unofficial congregations in the communist country. from CBNNews.com https://ift.tt/2xKBXNi

Facebook account hack FAQ: What happened, how it affects you, and what you should do now

Facebook has announced that at least 50 million users were exposed in a massive security breach. Here's what happened and what you should do to protect your account. from Macworld https://ift.tt/2N5a5s4

Useless comparisons: A battle six years in the making

Best VPN services of 2018: Reviews and buying advice

Surfing the web through a virtual private network (VPN) can keep your identity and data safe and secure online. We show you what to look for in a VPN and help you pick the best one for your needs. from Macworld https://ift.tt/2y4ESkY

Save over $500 on a rose gold 12-inch MacBook at Amazon

Space Photos of the Week: Hubble Captures the Bubble

Nebula’s stellar wind and the cold core of the Milky Way are this week’s stars. from Photo Latest https://ift.tt/2xLnfp9

FBI contacts second woman in claims of sexual misconduct against Brett Kavanaugh - The Australian Financial Review

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The Australian Financial Review FBI contacts second woman in claims of sexual misconduct against Brett Kavanaugh The Australian Financial Review Brett Kavanaugh has denied the accusations by Ms Ramirez and Ms Swetnick and has said emphatically that he never abused or assaulted anyone. AP. Washington | The FBI has begun contacting people as part of an additional background investigation of ... Trump Rigging FBI Investigation Of Kavanaugh, Former White House Ethics Chief Alleges The Inquisitr Q&A: The FBI probe of Brett Kavanaugh Press Herald Kavanaugh hearing: Second accuser contacted by FBI as investigation INTENSIFIES Express.co.uk all 4,018 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2NOhEZr

Elon Musk Steps Down as Tesla's Chairman in Settlement With SEC Over Go-Private Tweet - New York Times

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New York Times Elon Musk Steps Down as Tesla's Chairman in Settlement With SEC Over Go-Private Tweet New York Times Elon Musk, under pressure from his lawyers and investors of Tesla, the company he co-founded, reached a deal with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Saturday to resolve securities fraud charges. The settlement will force Mr. Musk to step aside ... Musk Settles Fraud Suit With SEC, Steps Down as Tesla Chairman Greentech Media Elon Musk Steps Down as Tesla Chairman After SEC Fraud Charges RoadandTrack.com Musk forced out as Tesla chairman but stays CEO in SEC settlement Politico Ars Technica  - NPR  - Car and Driver  - HuffPost all 7,502 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2RbBDPy

'We Fell in Love': Donald Trump Describes Relationship With North Korea Dictator Kim Jong Un - Newsweek

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Newsweek 'We Fell in Love': Donald Trump Describes Relationship With North Korea Dictator Kim Jong Un Newsweek President Donald Trump again described his warm relationship with North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un at a rally in Wheeling, West Virginia, Saturday, saying: “We fell in love.” Trump began by talking of the massive threat that North Korea posed before ... North Korea says there's “no way” it will denuclearize if it can't “trust” US Mic 'No Way' North Korea Will Denuclearize Without US Concessions New York Times Trump: Kim Jong Un And I 'Fell in Love' After 'He Wrote Me Beautiful Letters' Mediaite ABC Local  - Wall Street Journal  - The Hindu  - Express.co.uk all 2,145 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2P0Tjfq

Indonesia Tsunami and Quake Devastate an Island, Killing Hundreds - New York Times

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New York Times Indonesia Tsunami and Quake Devastate an Island, Killing Hundreds New York Times A 7.5-magnitude earthquake hit on Friday evening, causing a powerful tsunami on the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia, and killing more than 400 people.Published On Sept. 29, 2018 CreditCreditImage by Bay Ismoyo/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images. Earthquake, Tsunami Kill Hundreds in Indonesia Wall Street Journal Earthquake, Tsunami Strike Indonesia, Killing at Least 384 The Weather Channel Tsunami Hits Indonesia, Leaving More Than 300 Dead NPR Gizmodo  - Los Angeles Times  - Forbes all 6,133 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2Nca2e7

Thousands in Central Park panic after barrier collapse - San Francisco Chronicle

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San Francisco Chronicle Thousands in Central Park panic after barrier collapse San Francisco Chronicle 1of 8Festival goers watch a performance during the 2018 Global Citizen Festival Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018, in New York.Photo: Craig Ruttle, AP. 2of 8Festival goers watch a performance during the 2018 Global Citizen Festival Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018, in ... and more » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2NQRo0h

Report: Canada, US Make Progress on NAFTA; No Deal Yet - Voice of America

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Voice of America Report: Canada, US Make Progress on NAFTA; No Deal Yet Voice of America Canada and the United States on Saturday narrowed their differences in last-ditch talks to save NAFTA but there is no guarantee an agreement will be forged, two Ottawa sources said, a notion echoed by a top adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump. The ... US and Canada Reportedly Close to Reaching NAFTA Deal TIME New NAFTA Talks After US Threatens Canada With Car Tariffs Forbes The Latest: Multilateralism main theme at General Assembly Tampa Bay Times Fox Business  - The Globe and Mail all 870 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2OYqoZt

Boy, 13, attacked by shark off Southern California coast - NBCNews.com

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NBCNews.com Boy, 13, attacked by shark off Southern California coast NBCNews.com A 13-year-old boy was critically injured and flown to a hospital by helicopter after being attacked Saturday by a shark off the coast of Encinitas, California, officials said. The boy, who was not identified, "sustained traumatic injuries to the upper ... Shark attack injures boy, 13, at Southern California beach USA TODAY Encinitas Shark Attack: 13-Year-Old Boy Attacked At Beacon's Beach in San Diego County, California Newsweek Shark attack horror: Boy, 13, mauled in California while diving for lobsters Express.co.uk fox5sandiego.com  - The San Diego Union-Tribune  - WTOP all 1,140 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2NTBoec

Beto O'Rourke promises to serve full 6-year term and no more than 2 terms - Austin American-Statesman

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Austin American-Statesman Beto O'Rourke promises to serve full 6-year term and no more than 2 terms Austin American-Statesman Beto O'Rourke promised to serve a full six-year term and no more than two terms if he is elected to the U.S. Senate, in the closing keynote of the Texas Tribune Festival at the Long Center Saturday. In an interview before an adoring capacity crowd, O ... Media scrutinizes Kavanaugh but gives Ted Cruz challenger a pass Fox News The Texas Senate race should frighten the Republican Party The Hill US Rep. Beto O'Rourke discusses DWI, term limits Texas Tribune all 557 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2OWxn57

Theodore McCarrick, Washington's disgraced ex-cardinal, moves to church housing in Kansas - Washington Post

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Washington Post Theodore McCarrick, Washington's disgraced ex-cardinal, moves to church housing in Kansas Washington Post Theodore McCarrick, the first cardinal in U.S. history to resign because of sexual abuse allegations, will remain in church housing. But he'll be a long way from Washington, where he served as archbishop and as a frequent friend of those in power from ... and more » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2NOZfvm

Hurricane Rosa poses risk of flash floods to eastern California, Las Vegas, Arizona - Los Angeles Times

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Los Angeles Times Hurricane Rosa poses risk of flash floods to eastern California, Las Vegas, Arizona Los Angeles Times The moisture from Hurricane Rosa could pose a risk of flash flooding to Baja California, eastern California, Las Vegas and Arizona as it approaches the coast late Sunday. The remnants of Rosa could bring as much as a year's worth of rain to desert ... Hurricane Rosa to bring heavy rain to southwest US after making landfall in Mexico ABC News Hurricane Rosa could flood the parched Southwest next week Popular Science Hurricane Rosa heading for Baja but will weaken before making landfall Mexico News Daily all 470 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2xQ3pco

Wikipedia article of the day for September 30, 2018

The Wikipedia article of the day for September 30, 2018 is Jean Bolikango .

Across Senegal, the Beloved Baobab Tree Is the ‘Pride of the Neighborhood’

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By DIONNE SEARCEY from NYT World https://ift.tt/2xZBmXj

Ohio State Rallies to Still the Roar at Penn State

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By MARC TRACY from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2NRJsft

College Football: Depleted Clemson Escapes an Upset Against Syracuse

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By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2NabA8s

This Week’s Wedding Announcements

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By Unknown Author from NYT Fashion & Style https://ift.tt/2xQRsTT

Stephanie Friedman, Stanley Gartshein

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By Unknown Author from NYT Fashion & Style https://ift.tt/2zFo18I