Ruling due in landmark athletics case

Caster Semenya is challenging a rule to restrict the level of testosterone permitted in female runners in a case about athletes with differences of sexual development.

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Watch: Shreyas Gopal's Hat-Trick That Knocked The Wind Out Of RCB

Shreyas Gopal now has 18 wickets from 13 matches in IPL 2019.

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John Singleton: Stars pay tribute to Boyz N The Hood director

Stars including Janet Jackson, Ice Cube and Quincy Jones pay tribute to Oscar-nominated director who has died aged 51.

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La Paz landslide destroys homes in Bolivia's capital

Homes in Bolivia's capital La Paz were destroyed, but no casualties were reported.

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Four members of Sikh family shot dead in US' Ohio

Hakikat Singh Panag, 59, his wife, Paramjit Kaur, 62, their daughter, Shalinder Kaur, 39, and his sister-in-law, Amarjit Kaur, 58, were all shot to death around 9:50 p.m (local time) on Sunday in their home in a suburban Ohio community. The motive behind the slayings remains unclear. External Affairs minister Sushma Swaraj has also taken cognisance of the incident.

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Ness Wadia's Sentencing In Drug Case May Lead To IPL Team's Suspension

As per the Operational Rules of IPL, no team official can act in a manner which brings disrepute to the team, the league, the BCCI or the game on or off the field.

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Venezuela's president Nicolás Maduro defiant in TV address

Embattled leader Nicolás Maduro declared victory over 'coup' protesters amid violence in Caracas

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Trump weighs labeling Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist group

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi asked US President Donald Trump to make the designation during an April 9 visit to Washington, a senior US official said, confirming a report in the New York Times on Tuesday. The White House is now working to designate the Muslim Brotherhood a foreign terrorist organization (FTO) but did not say what basis it will give to do so.

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Clashes rock Venezuela as Guaido, Maduro vie for power

The violent street battles that erupted in parts of Caracas were the most serious challenge yet to Maduro's rule. And while the rebellion seemed to have garnered only limited military support, at least one high-ranking official announced he was breaking with Maduro, in a setback for the embattled president.

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Facebook boss reveals changes in response to criticism

Mark Zuckerberg announced changes to Instagram, WhatsApp and Facebook at a speech in San Francisco

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Thai cave boys sign Netflix deal

The story of Wild Boars, who were trapped for more than two weeks, will be told by streaming giants.

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Sri Lanka attacks mastermind’s brother-in-law detained

Two days ago, police special task force and army personnel had quietly swept into two houses tucked away in Anwar Palli area where Zahran’s parents and another sister, Jazeera, with child, husband Nishad and small daughter Ubeida lived until they left hurriedly, three days before the deadly Easter Sunday bombings on April 21.

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Libya ‘war crimes’ videos shared on social media

BBC Arabic found videos of bodies being desecrated by fighters loyal to strongman Khalifa Haftar.

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'No sex without fighting' - tackling toxic masculinity in DR Congo

Sexual violence is widespread in DR Congo, but a new movement is trying to tackle the problem.

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Kashmir attack: Tracing the path that led to Pulwama

Why did a shy 22-year-old carry out one of the deadliest attacks on Indian security forces?

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People in the US use car parking spaces for offices

People are paying for car parking spaces and then inviting others to join them working outside.

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Justine Damond: US policeman guilty of Australian's murder

Mohamed Noor shot Justine Damond as she approached his patrol car to report a possible rape.

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Swarthmore fraternities face ban calls over 'rape attic' claims

Dozens of Swarthmore College students have occupied a fraternity since Saturday over claims of abuse.

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Leuser rainforest: Baby orangutans rescued from Indonesia's pet trade

As Indonesian orangutans come into closer contact with humans, they are at increasing risk of capture.

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Venezuela crisis: Maduro aides agreed he had to go, US says

The US suggests loyalists of the Venezuelan president backtracked on a promise to oust him.

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Japan's new Emperor Naruhito succeeds father Akihito

Emperor Naruhito formally takes up the Chrysanthemum throne a day after his father's abdication.

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IPL: RCB Knocked Out After Rain Washes Out Thriller vs Rajasthan Royals

Shreyas Gopal claimed a memorable hat-trick in a five overs a side contest that was eventually called off due to rain.

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Mozambique: Cyclone Kenneth aftermath leaves 200,000 at risk

Lebo Diseko reports as rain continues to hamper aid efforts in Mozambique in the wake of Cyclone Kenneth.

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Shreyas Gopal Claims Hat-Trick In Rain-Marred Match Against RCB

Sam Curran had bagged the first hat-trick of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2019.

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Is plant burger firm Beyond Meat really worth $1.5bn?

The BBC gives Beyond Meat's key product - its vegan burger a try - ahead of its stock market listing.

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Three killed in Hawaii tour helicopter crash

The fiery crash left a trail of debris on a busy residential street as bystanders attempted to help.

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US says 'fully supports' Venezuelan people's 'quest for freedom'

"Today interim President Juan Guaido announced start of Operacion Libertad," tweeted Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, as Maduro's government vowed to put down what it called an attempted coup.

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China's vast fleet is tipping the balance of power in the Pacific

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China's fear of an American blockade

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White House to designate Muslim Brotherhood terrorist organisation

The move against the Middle East group would prompt wide-ranging sanctions.

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Cricketer Gets Five-Year Rape Sentence

Prosecutors said the former Worcestershire all-rounder had been "fired up" by a contest to sleep with the most women.

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BCB Forced To Change World Cup Jersey Design

The Bangladesh Cricket Board was forced to add red to the all-green kit the players had posed in.

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Assange to be sentenced for UK bail violation on Wednesday

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange faces sentencing in London on Wednesday for breaching his bail conditions, the whistleblowing site and a court official said. Assange could face a 12-month prison sentence for the violation, although time already served in prison may be taken into account.

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Venezuela's Guaidó uprising call

Juan Guaidó has called on the military to support him in ousting President Nicolás Maduro.

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Dutch WW2 Queen 'considered Nazi swap for Belgian royals'

As World War Two neared an end, Dutch Queen Wilhelmina was asked to help save Belgium's royal family.

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Honduras protesters clash with riot police

Anger over feared privatisation of the education and health sectors spills over into street battles.

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N Korea criticizes Pompeo over comments on nuke talks

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Spain's Socialists are open to negotiating deals with rivals

Isabel Celaa, spokeswoman for the Socialist caretaker government, says her party is capable of running the country as a minority government. But she said on Tuesday the Socialists "are open to talking to everybody" on certain topics that might smooth the government's work.

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IPL 2019 Live: RR Take On RCB, Look To Stay In Playoffs Hunt

IPL 2019, Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals Live Score: RR have five wins from 12 games and are currently placed 7th in points table.

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Can't Hide Failure Of Domestic Season: BCCI Official

In the current domestic season as many as 2024 matches were played involving 37 teams.

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Syrian refugees: The humanitarian magician who makes smiles

Jamie Balfour-Paul has a mission to bring smiles and fun to Syrian refugee children.

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Mujeeb Ur Rahman Concedes Most Runs For An Overseas Bowler In The IPL

Kings XI Punjab's Mujeeb Ur Rahman conceded 66 runs off four overs against SunRisers Hyderabad.

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Spying whales and other undercover animals

The list of animals used in espionage is longer than you might think.

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Japan's emperor abdicates the throne

Emperor Akihito is the first emperor to abdicate in over 200 years.

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Israel to swear in new parliament after election

Israel's new parliament will be sworn in Tuesday following April 9 elections that saw PM Netanyahu win a 5th term, but he has yet to put together a new coalition government. The Knesset, or parliament, has potentially stormy sessions ahead as it works to resolve religion & state issues as well as a possible proposal that would shield Netanyahu from prosecution.

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Ranveer's Compliment For Rabada Gets Thumbs Up From Delhi Capitals

Kagiso Rabada leads the wicket-takers list in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2019.

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3,000 prisoners on hunger strike in Turkey: Rights group

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VVS Laxman's Dentist Visit Gets Hilarious Reactions From Fans

VVS Laxman went to get a wisdom tooth removed by a childhood friend dentist.

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Ashwin Laments About KXIP's Inability To Chase Big Totals

KL Rahul waged a lone battle for KXIP against SRH while other batsmen failed to support him in the chase of 213 runs.

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Bhuvneshwar Kumar Turns Cameraman For David Warners Farewell Message

David Warner finished his IPL 2019 campaign on high, scoring 692 runs in 12 matches.

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Venezuela's Guaidó appeals to military 'at air force base'

In a video published on Twitter, opposition leader Juan Guaidó appears speaking in front of uniformed men.

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Honduras protests: Buildings burn during clashes over reforms

Teachers, students and doctors clash with police in Honduras during protests against planned reforms.

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IPL 2019: Delhi Capitals Face CSK In Fight For Top Honours

Delhi Capitals are presently on top of the IPL 2019 Points Table, with Chennai Super Kings at No. 2.

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IPL 2019, CSK vs DC: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast

With just 2 games left, Chennai Super Kings will look to roar back with victories to seal a spot in the top 2 and get home comfort in Qualifier 1.

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Sports Illustrated features first burkini girl

Halima Aden becomes the first model to wear a burkini in Sports Illustrated's swimsuit issue.

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Anna Sorokin: The trial of New York's fake heiress

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

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How the US military's opium war in Afghanistan was lost

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

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Yaba: The cheap synthetic drug convulsing a nation

Yaba, a mix of methamphetamine and caffeine, is wreaking havoc in Bangladesh, and hundreds of people have died in "crossfire" incidents involving police.

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Edge of the Knife: The film in a language only 20 people speak

How the film Edge of the Knife could help save Haida, an indigenous language on Canada's west coast.

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Italian teen gang 'tortured pensioner' - eight held

An elderly man who died near Taranto was beaten up repeatedly by a gang, prosecutors say.

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BCCI Look To Pocket Rs 20 Crore From IPL Playoffs

The BCCI in its budget for the 2019 edition of the cash-rich league has calculated a Rs 2 crore rise from the gate money.

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Europe and nationalism: A country-by-country guide

Ahead of the May European elections, a country-by-country guide to the advance of nationalist parties.

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Bangladesh Captain Mashrafe Mortaza Says World Cup 2019 Will Be His Last

Mashrafe Mortaza will be playing the fifth ICC World Cup for Bangladesh.

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China sentences second Canadian to death

Fan Wei is the second Canadian to be given the death penalty in China amid a diplomatic row.

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Donald Trump wants asylum seekers to pay application fee

The US president directs officials to toughen rules for asylum seekers trying to enter the country.

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France harassment law hands out 447 fines in first months

France hands out 447 on-the-spot fines for sexual harassment in the first months of a new law.

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Ales Hales' Representatives Slam England Cricket Board For World Cup Snub

Alex Hales was dropped from all England squads, including the World Cup 2019 team, ahead of the international calendar.

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Rohit Sharma Turns 32, Wishes Pour In

Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indians are currently 3rd on the IPL 2019 Points Table.

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Sri Lanka to resume Mass on May 5: Cardinal

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Japan's emperor performs main abdication ceremony

Outgoing Japanese emperor Akihito today performed the main ritual to hand over the Chrysanthemum Throne to his son Naruhito -- Japan's first abdication in more than two centuries. Akihito technically remains emperor until the stroke of midnight when the country ushers in the new imperial era of Reiwa, or "beautiful harmony", that will last as long as Naruhito reigns.

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Williamson Says Match Against KXIP Was SRH's Best Performance This Season

SunRisers Hyderabad beat Kings XI Punjab by 45 runs to keep their bid for an IPL 2019 playoff spot alive.

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Cricketer's coming out was 'misunderstanding'

James Faulkner says the support he has received from the LGBT community is "fantastic" - but it came after a misunderstanding.

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Trump sues Deutsche Bank and Capital One over Democrat subpoenas

The lawsuit aims to stop Deutsche Bank and Capital One from handing over his records to Congress.

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David Warner Bids Adieu To IPL 2019 With Emotional Message

David Warner signed off from IPL 2019 after playing a vital part in SunRisers Hyderabad's 45-run win over Kings XI Punjab.

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'Yeti footprints': Indian army mocked over claim

Its claim to have discovered footprints of the 'mythical beast' prompts derision on social media.

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Sri Lanka maintains high alert for attacks ahead of Ramzan

There were no attacks on Sunday and Monday but security across Buddhist-majority Sri Lanka remains ramped up, with scores of suspected Islamists arrested since the April 21 attacks on hotels and churches that killed more than 250 people, including 42 foreign nationals.

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Sri Lanka lifts ban on social media, security remains tight

The Sri Lankan government has lifted a ban on social media platforms intended to stop the spread of rumours after the Easter Sunday bombings, a source from the president's office said on Tuesday. The ban on platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp and Viber has been lifted with immediate effect, the source told Reuters.

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New Zealand police arrest man in Christchurch after reports of bomb threat

New Zealand police arrested a man in Christchurch following reports of a possible bomb threat in the city, where 50 people were killed in attacks on two mosques. Police cordoned off streets in the Phillipstown area of the city on New Zealand's South Island, with a bomb disposal team, ambulance and fire and emergency crews sent to the scene.

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Warner Ends IPL 2019 Stint In Style, Considers It Good Precedent For WC

David Warner scored 692 runs in IPL 2019, with eight half-centuries and century.

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Sri Lanka says 42 foreigners among Easter victims

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Australia Cricketer's "Boyfriend" Post Won Praise. The Next, Not So Much

As reaction to James Faulkner's "boyfriend" post gained momentum, he took to social media again saying "there seems to be a misunderstanding".

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Australian Senate candidate Steve Dickson quits over strip club videos

Footage showed aspiring Australian senator Steve Dickson groping women and making derogatory remarks.

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No progress so Rohingya can return to Myanmar: UN aid chief

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Joe Biden says Trump abused his office, ignored most Americans

The former vice president told hundreds of supporters and labour activists that Saturday's deadly shooting at a California synagogue proves a new that the country is "in a fight for its soul."

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Trade war: What you need to know about US-China talks

Talks appear to be reaching the final stretch though both sides remain divided on several key issues.

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Japanese Emperor Akihito to abdicate after three decades on throne

Japanese Emperor Akihito reported his abdication to a Shinto sun goddess in a ritual at the Imperial Palace on Tuesday, starting a day of ceremonies to end a three decade reign in which he sought to ease painful memories of World War Two and bring the monarchy closer to people. Akihito, 85, was the first Japanese monarch to take the throne under a post-war constitution that defines the emperor as a symbol of the people without political power. His abdication is the first in two centuries.

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Japanese emperor: Akihito set for first abdication in 200 years

The 85-year-old said he feels unable to fulfil his role because of his declining health.

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UK university puts stress-busting dogs on staff

A university has taken on five "canine teaching assistants" to tackle student anxiety.

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Japan emperor: Akihito's human touch

Emperor Akihito will be remembered as the man who began the modernisation of Japan's Chrysanthemum Throne.

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Jeopardy: How a pro gambler 'cracked' US game show

Sports bettor James Holzhauer's unusual strategy is paying off as he crushes Jeopardy records.

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'We are students thanks to South Africa's #FeesMustFall protests'

What has changed since mass protests led South Africa to announce free education for poor university students?

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How tech is bringing Israelis and Palestinians together

Young people on either side of a decades-old conflict seldom meet, but tech is building bridges.

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Sri Lanka attacks: Where else in the world have face coverings been banned?

Following the Sri Lankan ban, BBC Reality Check looks at other countries that have imposed either a partial or complete ban on face coverings

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India student leader 'a symbol of protest' against PM Modi

Kanhaiya Kumar has emerged as an outlier in an election being seen as a battle for India's identity.

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'Our water pollution is a cancer'

"Waterkeeper" Nabil Musa fights Iraq's water crisis, which he calls the country's gravest threat yet.

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US deputy attorney general quits

US Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein resigns after a rocky relationship with President Donald Trump

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Is this whale a Russian spy?

A beluga whale was found with suspicious equipment off Norway's coast

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Baghdadi appears in IS video after 5 years, hails Lanka blasts

A week after Islamic State owned up to deadly bombings in Sri Lanka that killed over 250 people and injured over 500, the outfit’s elusive chief, Abu Bakr Al-Baghdadi, sprung a surprise by appearing in a video on Monday evening, nearly five years after he was last seen.

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Norway nets ‘trained Russian weapon’: A whale

A harness recovered from an unusually friendly white whale in north Norway may indicate the animal had been trained by the Russian navy as part of a marine mammal special force, experts in Norway have said. The harness, which had the words “Equipment of St. Petersburg” labelled on it, could be used to attach cameras or other instruments, the experts added.

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Boeing safety system not at fault, says chief executive

Dennis Muilenburg says a safety mechanism was only one factor in two fatal Boeing plane crashes.

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US veteran arrested over terror plot

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

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Woodstock 50 anniversary festival cancelled, investor says

Rapper Jay-Z, singer Miley Cyrus and the Killers band were booked to play at Woodstock 50 in New York.

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Guantanamo Bay commander fired over 'loss of confidence'

Navy Rear Admiral John Ring was fired as Guantanamo Bay prison commander after a month-long inquiry.

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IPL 2019: Warner, Rashid Shine As SunRisers Hyderabad Defeat KXIP

After this win SunRisers Hyderabad have 12 points from 12 games, while Kings XI Punjab have 10 points from as many matches.

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'Completely avoidable' measles outbreak hits 25-year high in US

Officials say more than 700 Americans have been infected, calling the outbreak "completely avoidable".

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UN chief tells China to uphold human rights in Xinjiang

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San Diego synagogue shooting: Funeral to be held for victim

Lori Kaye was killed after shielding her rabbi from a gunman who opened fire at a Passover service.

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IS 'leader' al-Baghdadi appears in first video in five years

Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, who has not been seen on camera since 2014, vows revenge for his militants.

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US firm apologises for seeking 'preferably Caucasian' candidate

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

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Spain election: Socialists consider next move after elections

They failed to win a majority but hold out the prospect of governing alone if necessary.

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Shaw, Iyer Among 11 Players Retained For 2nd Season Of Mumbai T20 League

According to the League's website, each team could retain 2 players, but the North MumbaiPanthers have hung on to only one player.

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Residents flee airborne acid after fire

Smoke from the recycling plant fire has led people to flee over potentially toxic chemicals in the air.

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Indonesia eyes moving capital from congested Jakarta

The idea of moving Indonesia's seat of government from an urban conglomeration of nearly 30 million people with some of the world's worst traffic jams has stretched on for decades. Jakarta, which suffers billions of dollars in annual congestion-and-flood linked economic losses, would remain the country's financial hub.

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Polish protest after gallery removes suggestive banana art

Social media users protest against removing a suggestive artwork from Poland's national gallery.

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North Korea TV revamps weather report

North Korean state TV introduces a more casual, modern-looking weather broadcast.

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Gayle Wonders Why Ashwin Is Not In India's Limited Overs Setup

Ravichandran Ashwin has claimed 12 wickets in as many matches and led KXIP to five wins in 11 matches of the ongoing IPL 2019.

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Mozambique cyclone: Death toll rises as storm blocks aid

Torrential rain and strong winds make getting aid into the cyclone-affected area almost impossible.

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Apple defends removing parental control apps

Apple says some parental control apps were removed from the App Store because of security concerns.

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Norway finds 'Russian spy whale' off Arctic coast

A tame beluga wearing a Russian harness is thought to have come from a Russian navy facility.

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Indonesia floods: Dozens killed in floods

Flooding caused by torrential rains has killed nearly 40 people and left thousands homeless in Sumatra.

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Till Date COA Has Not Explained Our Role: VVS Laxman Writes To Ombudsman

Former India batsman VVS Laxman has alleged complete lack of communication from the Vinod Rai-led panel.

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Malik To Return Home From England To Deal With Domestic Issue

Pakistan will begin their World Cup 2019 campaign against the West Indies in Nottingham on May 31.

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IPL 2019 Live: SRH Look To Hold Their Fortress Against KXIP

IPL 2019, Sunrisers Hyderabad vs Kings XI Punjab Live Score: SunRisers Hyderabad and Kings XI Punjab both have 10 points from 11 games.

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Indonesia's planning minister announces capital city move

Jakarta, home to 10 million people, is sinking and has one of the world's worst traffic problems.

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Rabbi describes seeing synagogue attacker

A rabbi who was injured in the deadly shooting at a synagogue near San Diego on Saturday has described the moment he faced the gunman.

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Sri Lanka suspends police chief over Easter attacks

Sri Lanka's president suspended the chief of police on Monday and appointed a new defence secretary in a shake-up of the shell-shocked country's security services following the Easter Sunday terror attacks. Separately, Sirisena appointed a former head of the army, Shantha Kottegoda, as the country's top defence official.

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Burkina Faso: Christians killed in attack on church

Six people are killed in the first attack on a church since jihadist violence erupted in the country.

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Mohammad Amir Would Have Been My First Choice For World Cup: Wasim Akram

Mohammad Amir missed the tournament in both 2011 and 2015 due to an embarrassing five-year ban over match fixing.

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Suspected UAE spy 'kills himself in Turkish prison'

Turkish police were investigating whether the dead man might be linked to the murder of Jamal Khashoggi.

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Korean elderly back road safety seats

A city in South Korea has put out special seating for older people at road crossings.

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IPL 2019, RCB vs RR: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast

Royal Challengers Bangalore and Rajasthan Royals will face-off at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Monday.

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Pakistan, IMF in final round of talks on $8 billion bailout

Pakistan and the International Monetary Fund have launched the final round of talks over the $8 billion bailout package for Islamabad, a deal that's expected to be signed next month. The round started on Monday in the Pakistani capital and is expected to last till May 7.

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Heavy flooding hits eastern Canada

Thousands of people were told to evacuate their homes near Montreal in eastern Canada early on Sunday after rising floodwaters breached a dyke following heavy rain.

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Ponting, Ganguly Have Changed Delhi Capitals' Complexion: Dhawan

Delhi Capitals qualified for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2019 playoffs for the first time since 2012.

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Lanka to introduce tough laws to eliminate jihadism: PM Wickremesinghe

The deadly attacks could have been prevented if the new Counter Terrorism Bill, which provides for territorial jurisdiction, was passed in Parliament without delay, PM Ranil Wickremesinghe said today after joining the Sunday Mass in Colombo and the mass at the Saint Anthony's church in Kochchikade, a week after the deadly suicide bombing killed over 250 people.

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IPL 2019Playoffs To Start 30 Minutes Earlier ThanUsual Timing

Delhi Capitals and Chennai Super Kings have alreadyqualified for the IPL 2019playoffs with 16 points eachin 12 matches.

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IPL 2019: Rejuvenated Rajasthan Royals Take On RCB With Eyes On Playoffs

The change in captaincy - replacing Ajnkya Rahane with Steve Smith - helped RR to an extent as this helped Rahane roar back to form.

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Confidence To Score Runs Makes A Huge Difference, Feels Pandya

Hardik Pandya scored a blistering 91 runs off just 34 balls with a strike rate of 267.65.

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Sachin Tendulkar's Family, With Two First-Timers, Votes In Mumbai

Sachin Tendulkar went to vote in Mumbai along with his wife Anjali Tendulkar, daughter Sara Tendulkar and son Arjun Tendulkar.

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Alex Hales Not To Be Part Of World Cup, Dropped From All England Squads

Alex Hales has been removed from all England squads ahead of the international season, including the host nation's preliminary World Cup 2019 team.

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How one woman beat mining giants and saved rare snow leopards

A woman from Mongolia has won the Goldman Environmental Prize after a campaign to stop mining firms destroying a critical habitat for snow leopards.

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Playing With An Extra Batsman Helped Us Be Aggressive, Says Shubman Gill

Shubman Gill played an instrumental role in taking the Kolkata Knight Riders to a score of 232/2, the highest score in IPL 2019.

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Alanyaspor bus crash: Josef Sural killed on bus journey back from Kayserispor

Czech international striker Josef Sural dies following a bus crash involving several of his Alanyaspor team-mates.

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Authorities find thousands of liters of chemicals in Germany

German news agency DPA reported Monday that firefighters discovered the containers Sunday in a storehouse in Preussisch Oldendorf, near the city of Bielefeld, while extinguishing a cable fire in the facility.

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IPL 2019: Rohit Sharma Fined For Breach Of Code Of Conduct

Rohit Sharma was fined 15 per cent of his match fees for breach of code of conduct during a match against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Sunday.

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Sri Lankan woman gifts 5 pet dogs to army

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Watch: Angry With Umpire's Decision, Rohit Sharma Hits Stumps With Bat

Rohit Sharma lost his cool on Sunday during the KKR vs MI IPL 2019 clash at the Eden Gardens and was fined for his troubles.

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Richard Lugar: Former US Republican senator dies at 87

The six-term Indiana senator briefly ran for the Republican presidential nomination in 1996.

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Indonesia floods kill at least 19, thousands displaced

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The Libyan National Army has launched airstrikes on Tripoli

Libyan National Army troops under General Khalifa Hafer launch a new bid to take the nation's capital

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NFL pick hurt as friend shot dead

The New York Giants' sixth-round pick Corey Ballentine is injured in a shooting in which his university team-mate Dwane Simmons is killed.

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May reshuffle cabinet before 2nd term: Indonesia prez

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Sri Lanka attacks: Face coverings banned after Easter bloodshed

President Sirisena says the emergency measure is to ensure people can be easily identified.

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India Pacer Posts Reason For Outburst, Slams RCB's "Irresponsible" Tweet

Ashoke Dinda berated social media trolls for abuse aimed at his family and slammed RCB for being "irresponsible".

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One dead, 7 injured in Baltimore shooting

The gunfire erupted after 5pm on a block in the city's western district of brick row homes. One man who was shot collapsed behind a Baptist church nearby and was pronounced dead at the scene.

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In Beijing, Imran raises Kashmir issue with Xi

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Should these school clubs be kept from parents?

Whether a parent can be notified if their child is in a gay-straight alliance is hotly debated in Canada.

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'I used to sell my packed lunch to schoolmates'

How Sharan Pasricha used his entrepreneurialism to build a boutique hotel chain.

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Socialists win snap polls in Spain marked by far-right gains

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's Socialists won snap elections on Sunday without the necessary majority to govern solo in a fragmented political landscape marked by the far-right's entry into parliament. Sanchez's Socialist Party (PSOE) got 123 lawmakers out of 350, short of an absolute majority but much better than the 85 seats it got in 2016.

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The Wandering Earth and China's sci-fi heritage

As the blockbuster heads to Netflix, here are five classic films from China's rich sci-fi film history.

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EU elections: What the European Parliament has been up to

Cutting phone bills abroad and tightening internet copyright – MEPs have been busy since 2014.

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Hanoi: A city of motorbikes and mopeds

Photographer Jon Enoch captures what could be the beginning of the end of moped culture in Hanoi.

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Suicide stories: Are Kenya's men in crisis?

Why so many men in one Kenyan community are killing themselves.

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Rapping for change in South Africa

Rappers discuss reasons for voter apathy as South Africa goes to the polls in national election next month.

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Sri Lanka bans all kinds of face coverings that may conceal people’s identities

A week after serial explosions ripped through Sri Lanka, the President’s office on Sunday banned any “covering of face” to conceal identity. President's office said covering the face in order to avoid the identification of a person will be banned with effect from Monday to ensure public safety. Sirisena took the decision under the Emergency Regulations.

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Job-hopping in US gets tougher for H-1B holders

It is getting tougher for H-1B visa holders to switch jobs. Even if the new job is similar, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), in several cases, has denied the application by the new employer on various grounds. The most common reason for denial is that the new position does not constitute a ‘specialty occupation’.

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Mozambique situation 'worse than thought': UN agency

Pemba in north Mozambique has had more than two metres of rain and flooding since Cyclone Kenneth.

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San Diego synagogue shooting: Rabbi talks about the attack

Rabbi Yisroel Goldstein tells reporters about synagogue shooting near San Diego on Saturday.

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IPL 2019: Andre Russell Roars Again As KKR Snap Losing Streak

KKR batsmen fired on all cylinders to post the season's highest total, 232/2, after sensational knocks from Shubman Gill and Andre Russell.

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Avengers: Endgame beats box office records with $1.2bn debut

Avengers: Endgame is the fastest film ever to break the $1bn barrier, doing so in just five days.

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FAA considered grounding some Boeing 737 Max planes last year: Source

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No peace if Taliban do not adapt: US envoy

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Former US Sen Richard Lugar, foreign policy expert, dies

A soft-spoken and thoughtful former Rhodes Scholar, Lugar dominated Indiana politics during his 36 years in the US Senate. That popularity gave him the freedom to concentrate largely on foreign policy and national security matters — a focus highlighted by his collaboration with Democratic Sen. Sam Nunn on a program under which the US paid to dismantle and secure thousands of nuclear warheads and missiles in the former Soviet states after the Cold War ended.

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Children born to IS fathers not considered Yazidi: Council

Children born to Yazidi women as a result of rape by Islamic State group fighters will not be permitted to join the community in northern Iraq, the faith's Supreme Spiritual Council said. The Yazidi community once numbered around 500,000 members in the mountainous Sinjar region of northwest Iraq, but it was ravaged by IS's 2014 sweep into the area.

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Iran's Khamenei urges crackdown on illegal arms, social media curbs

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Cyclone Kenneth: Destroyed roads left looking like waterfalls

Parts of Mozambique have been cut off barely a month after deadly Cyclone Idai hit the region.

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Cyprus serial killer: Police find another suspected victim

A Greek-Cypriot army officer has confessed to killing seven women and girls, all of foreign descent.

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BCIM corridor missing from list of China's BRI projects

The Bangladesh, China, India, Myanmar Economic Corridor, originally listed in the China's multi-billion dollars Belt and Road Initiative projects, has been conspicuously missing from the new list issued at the end of the Belt and Road Forum meeting in Beijing. Like in 2017, India skipped the meeting over its objections on the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor.

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Tales Soares: Male model dies at São Paulo Fashion Week

Tales Soares, 26, dies after collapsing on the catwalk at São Paulo Fashion Week, organisers say.

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Sri Lanka bombings: Faithful meet outside church

One week after a string of deadly bombings, people gathered to worship outside of one of the buildings attacked on Easter Sunday.

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Hong Kong: Thousands protest against China extradition law

Under a proposed new law, suspects could be sent to mainland China for trial.

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Delhi Capitals Climb To Top Of IPL Table, End RCB's Playoff Hopes

Delhi Capitals have sealed their place within the IPL 2019 playoff spots with this win over Royal Challengers Bangalore.

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Sri Lanka attacks: Relatives of key suspect Zahran Hashim killed

Police say the father and two brothers of the suspected Easter bombings mastermind died in a raid.

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Ukraine's president-elect offers passports to Russians

President-elect Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed an offer by Vladimir Putin to provide passports to Ukrainians, and pledged instead to grant citizenship to Russians who "suffer" under the Kremlin's rule. Kiev has been fighting Moscow-backed rebels in eastern Ukraine since 2014 in a war that has killed 13,000.

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Pomp and tradition mark rehearsal for Thai King's coronation

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Watch: RCB Captain Virat Kohli Loses 9th Toss, Celebrates In Style

Virat Kohli's fortunes did not change at his home ground as he lost yet another toss in the IPL 2019.

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IPL 2019 Live: KKR Host Mumbai Indians, Aim To Snap 6-Match Losing Streak

IPL 2019, Kolkata Knight Riders vs Mumbai Indians: Mumbai Indians are ranked second while KKR are ranked seventh on the points table.

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Ukraine's president-elect rejects Russian passport plan

President-elect Volodymyr Zelensky says the document would give people the "right to be arrested".

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Sudan's military rulers condemn attack on Islamist party

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Pope Francis donates $500,000 to help migrants in Mexico

Pope Francis has donated $500,000 to help migrants in Mexico, offering assistance to local projects that provide food, lodging and basic necessities. The funds, from the Peter's Pence collections, will be distributed among 27 projects promoted by 16 Mexican dioceses and religious congregations, Peter's Pence said in a statement.

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Titanic brandy flask sold at auction for £76,000

Auctioneers say the flask was "one of the most powerful and emotive" objects recovered from the Titanic.

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IPL 2019, SRH vs KXIP: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast

With both teams locked on 10 points from 11 games, a win will give either some breathing space ahead of their final two matches.

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IPL 2019: Warner Gears Up For Final Show As SRH Host Kings XI Punjab

SunRisers Hyderabad will like to get the best out of David Warner, one last time this season which will be like a shot in the arm.

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Benin holds vote with no opposition candidates

Parties failed to met the electoral requirements, including a fee of $424,000 to field candidates.

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Spain votes in early election marked by far-right resurgence

Spain voted on Sunday in an uncertain snap general election marked by a resurgence of the far-right after more than four decades on the outer margins of politics. Opinion polls give outgoing socialist premier Pedro Sanchez a win but without the necessary majority to govern alone, meaning he will have to seek alliances in a political environment that has soured since Catalonia's failed secession bid.

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Chinese President Xi meets Imran Khan, calls for improvement of India-Pak relations

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Emilano Sala: Police investigate online photo said to be of plane crash victim

Police investigate after a photo said to be of the body of Premier League footballer Emiliano Sala is shared on social media.

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London Marathon 2019: Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge wins as Mo Farah fifth

Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge runs the second fastest marathon in history to win the London Marathon as Britain's Mo Farah finishes fifth.

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Is this the face of a man held captive since the age of six?

The second most important figure in Tibetan Buddhism was seized by China in 1995 and hasn't been seen since. Why does it matter?

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The disabled Christians reinterpreting the Bible

Damon Rose set out to discover what Christianity has to offer disabled people beyond promises of miracle cures.

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Michael Wolf: The man who found beauty in megacities

Michael Wolf, known for his densely-packed images of Hong Kong and Tokyo, has died aged 64.

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Jane Manchun Wong: The woman scooping Silicon Valley

Jane Wong is a technology blogger and app researcher who unlocks new features before they launch.

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Royal baby: How US moms compare with UK mums

Bubbly, breastfeeding and baby names - how American moms-to-be compare with British mums-to-be.

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Nature loss: Major report to highlight 'natural and human emergency'

Critical scientific assessment of humanity's impact on nature to be released after Paris negotiations.

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Aaron Finch Thanks "All-Time Greats" Kohli, Dhoni For Wonderful Gesture

MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli had shared their Team India jerseys with Aaron Finch after Australia's tour to India earlier in 2019.

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Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter - in pictures

Orthodox Christians are celebrating Easter around the world, the week after fellow Christians.

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Indonesia election: More than 270 election staff die counting votes

Scores of election workers have died, mostly of fatigue-related illnesses, an official says.

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IPL: With CSK First To Qualify For Playoffs, Here's How Other Teams Stand

Sitting pretty at the top of the IPL Points Table, CSK have 16 points with eight wins in 12 matches.

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US synagogue shooting: One dead, three wounded

A gunman has opened fire in Poway, north of San Diego, leaving one dead and three more injured.

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Receive No Monetary Benefit From MI: Tendulkar's Letter To Ombudsman

Sachin Tendulkar on Sunday filed a 14-point written response to a notice sent by Ombudsman cum Ethics Officer Justice (Retd) DK Jain.

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IPL 2019 Live: DC Look To Secure Playoff Spot, Eliminate RCB

IPL 2019, Delhi Capitals vs Royal Challengers Bangalore: DC will go to the top of the table if they win against RCB.

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Xinjiang crackdown at the heart of China's Belt and Road

Traders travel freely through the bustling Khorgos special economic zone that straddles the Kazakhstan-China border, but signs on the Chinese side bear a blunt warning — no veils or long beards allowed. It's a stark reminder of the severe security policies that China has imposed on mostly Muslim ethnic minorities in its vast border region of Xinjiang.

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The Iranian artist who worked with Warhol

Iranian artist Monir Farmanfarmaian, who worked with Andy Warhol, has died aged 97.

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Lanka's Roman Catholic leader says Easter blasts 'insult to humanity'; holds special mass

"God is the reflection of love and kindness, so how can someone kill in the name of God?" Cardinal Ranjith asked in a reference to the militants who claimed that the attacks were on behalf of the almighty. The archbishop, who started his mass with an appeal for peace and unity, said: "What happened last Sunday is a great tragedy, an insult to humanity"

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