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NZ Labour suspends youth wing events after summer-camp sex assault allegations

SYDNEY (Reuters) - New Zealand's ruling Labour Party has suspended all events by its youth wing after police opened an investigation into a summer camp where media has reported instances of sexual assault took place. from Reuters: World News http://ift.tt/2FSaLBu

Sri Lanka to lift social media ban: minister

COLOMBO (Reuters) - Sri Lanka is likely to lift a ban on social media networks this week, a government minister said on Tuesday, almost a week after blocking access to prevent the spread of communal violence. from Reuters: World News http://ift.tt/2Fxtl2k

FOX NEWS: Why we must bust up Big Tech

Why we must bust up Big Tech Amazon, Apple, Facebook, and Google faces unchallenged influence, power and profit with growing revelations about tech device addiction in adults and children. #Tucker

FOX NEWS: Premature baby was so underdeveloped her brain was showing through her skin

Premature baby was so underdeveloped her brain was showing through her skin A disturbing picture was released of a premature baby that was so underdeveloped her brain was showing through her transparent red skin.

FOX NEWS: Amazing moment going viral after Russian tourist gives birth in the Red Sea

Amazing moment going viral after Russian tourist gives birth in the Red Sea Incredible photos are going viral the moment after a newborn baby was carried from the Red Sea in Egypt after a Russian tourist traveled to the resort town in order to give birth in the water.

FOX NEWS: Texas boy with rare disorder gets wish granted and becomes a cop

Texas boy with rare disorder gets wish granted and becomes a cop A boy with an extremely rare disorder was granted his life-long dream. 10-year-old Dakin Lovelace, who suffers from spinal muscular atrophy with respiratory distress, became the newest junior officer of the Texas, Fort Worth, police department.

FOX NEWS: 10-year-old boy in wheelchair becomes cop for a day

10-year-old boy in wheelchair becomes cop for a day A 10-year old boy with an extremely rare disorder was granted his life-long dream, and became the newest junior officer of the Fort Worth Police Department.

FOX NEWS: Fertility-clinic breakdowns baffle experts, upset couples

Fertility-clinic breakdowns baffle experts, upset couples Simultaneous refrigeration failures at two fertility clinics in San Francisco and suburban Cleveland have damaged or destroyed potentially thousands of frozen eggs and embryos in the biggest loss on record in the U.S.

FOX NEWS: Women with bigger waist and hips have higher heart attack risk

Women with bigger waist and hips have higher heart attack risk While obesity is associated with an increased risk for heart attacks, a new study suggests that hip and waist size may play a bigger role, particularly for women.

FOX NEWS: Barbershop study trimmed black men's hair and blood pressure

Barbershop study trimmed black men's hair and blood pressure Trim your hair, your beard, your blood pressure?

FOX NEWS: Nacho Fries become Taco Bell's highest selling product

Nacho Fries become Taco Bell's highest selling product The chain filled 53 million orders in 5 weeks.

FOX NEWS: Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are getting their own royal wedding beer

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are getting their own royal wedding beer While you might not be attending the wedding, you'll soon be able to crack open a cold one in their honor.

FOX NEWS: IHOP in Maine apologizes after server makes black teens pay upfront for meal

IHOP in Maine apologizes after server makes black teens pay upfront for meal Both the manger and server claim it wasn't about race.

FOX NEWS: White Castle Las Vegas holds 'Royal' wedding for fast-food loving couple

White Castle Las Vegas holds 'Royal' wedding for fast-food loving couple Complete with themed reception and a honeymoon to Belgium.

FOX NEWS: KFC returns to previous supplier after widespread chicken shortages

KFC returns to previous supplier after widespread chicken shortages 95% of the restaurants are back up and running, but with a limited menu.

FOX NEWS: German bakery helps the elderly by selling cakes made by grandmas

German bakery helps the elderly by selling cakes made by grandmas The bakery employs part-time pensioners and serves cakes just like grandma used to make.

FOX NEWS: Law student claims UK bar asked him to leave because of his turban

Law student claims UK bar asked him to leave because of his turban "This experience ruined my night. It broke my heart."

FOX NEWS: UK Mother's Day ad sparks outrage over scones with jam on top of cream

UK Mother's Day ad sparks outrage over scones with jam on top of cream "Horrifying."

FOX NEWS: Salvation Army to open nonprofit grocery stores in food deserts

Salvation Army to open nonprofit grocery stores in food deserts The Salvation Army’s first nonprofit grocery store opened this week in Baltimore.

FOX NEWS: Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond reveals her go-to breakfast order at Mercantile

Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond reveals her go-to breakfast order at Mercantile It looks delicious.

Could U.S. Law Help Punish Russians for Doping Scheme?

By JULIET MACUR from NYT Sports http://ift.tt/2FTJxdE

‘A Wrinkle in Time’

By NATALIE PROULX from NYT The Learning Network http://ift.tt/2pcEuuE

FOX NEWS: Democrat Lamb declares victory in Pa. special election determined too close to call

Democrat Lamb declares victory in Pa. special election determined too close to call Democrat Conor Lamb declared victory early Wednesday in Pennsylvania’s special House election that was officially too close to call but seen by some political observers as a clear message to Republicans prior to November’s midterm elections.

FOX NEWS: Pelosi no longer sees Tillerson as 'friendly' with Russia now that he's been fired

Pelosi no longer sees Tillerson as 'friendly' with Russia now that he's been fired Was ousted U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson “friendly” with the Kremlim, or was he a strong leader willing to stand “against Russian aggression”? House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi appears to think he was both.

FOX NEWS: West Virginia governor fires education secretary, wife of US Sen Joe Manchin

West Virginia governor fires education secretary, wife of US Sen Joe Manchin West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice has fired Gayle Manchin, the state's secretary of education and the arts, after she offered to resign.

FOX NEWS: Rick Saccone: We're not giving up

Rick Saccone: We're not giving up Republican candidate thanks supporters, vows to keep fighting for victory in down-to-the-wire race for Pennsylvania's 18th congressional district.

FOX NEWS: PA-18 special election still too close to call

PA-18 special election still too close to call Absentee ballots may settle race between Republican Rick Saccone and Democrat Conor Lamb for Pennsylvania's 18th congressional district.

FOX NEWS: Sen. Bob Corker responds to Rex Tillerson's ouster

Sen. Bob Corker responds to Rex Tillerson's ouster Republican senator from Tennessee weighs in on President Trump's decision to replace Rex Tillerson as secretary of state with Mike Pompeo.

FOX NEWS: Is Pennsylvania special election a bellwether for midterms?

Is Pennsylvania special election a bellwether for midterms? Former Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell and conservative columnist Monica Crowley join the debate.

FOX NEWS: Gorka: Pompeo will go down fighting to clean the Swamp

Gorka: Pompeo will go down fighting to clean the Swamp Fox News national security strategist and former deputy assistant to Trump on the president's decision to fire Rex Tillerson and replace him with CIA Director Mike Pompeo.

FOX NEWS: Mentor of teen Austin bombing victim speaks out

Mentor of teen Austin bombing victim speaks out Conductor of Austin Youth Orchestra William Dick was a mentor for years to 17-year-old Draylen Mason. He joins Martha to share his story and pay tribute to a very special life cut short.

FOX NEWS: Rep. Pete King: Pompeo will do outstanding job

Rep. Pete King: Pompeo will do outstanding job CIA Director Mike Pompeo was named by President Donald Trump as his choice to lead the State Department. Rep. Pete King joins ‘The Story’ to weigh in on Trump’s decision, explaining in detail why Pompeo is the absolute best candidate for the role.

The Expansive Life of Stephen Hawking

By Unknown Author from NYT Science http://ift.tt/2FOGkMr

‘They Grew Up in the Water’

By DIANA OLIVA CAVE from NYT World http://ift.tt/2HtllvV

New Zealand Diplomat Censured for Vulgar Tweet About U.S. Democrats

By CHARLOTTE GRAHAM-McLAY from NYT World http://ift.tt/2GqjqJl

Google Bans Bitcoin Advertisements in Policy Change

By DAISUKE WAKABAYASHI from NYT Technology http://ift.tt/2FGooAy

The Nun in Loyola-Chicago’s Huddle Has a Few Things to Say

By JEFF ARNOLD from NYT Sports http://ift.tt/2pdaqii

So You’ve Got Populists in Your Parliament. What Next?

By ANNA SAUERBREY from NYT Opinion http://ift.tt/2tN6gmY

Why I Am Dreading Netanyahu’s Departure

By SHMUEL ROSNER from NYT Opinion http://ift.tt/2FzO4mh

Conor Lamb Roared. Republicans Should Panic.

By FRANK BRUNI from NYT Opinion http://ift.tt/2Dpw743

Stephen Hawking, Who Examined the Universe and Explained Black Holes, Dies at 76

By DENNIS OVERBYE from NYT Obituaries http://ift.tt/2paxHm5

As Merkel Begins New Term, Compromises Could Undo Economic Boom

By JACK EWING from NYT Business Day http://ift.tt/2FN5lYD

Trump’s Tariffs Make Boeing a Potential Target in a Trade War

By NATALIE KITROEFF from NYT Business Day http://ift.tt/2FBTs8E