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U.N. rights boss takes aim at U.S migration policy, China, Myanmar in final speech

GENEVA (Reuters) - The top U.N. human rights official called on the United States on Monday to halt its "unconscionable" policy of forcibly separating children from migrant parents irregularly entering the country via Mexico. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2HY6dXb

UK, France should press Thai PM on rights, to end military rule: group

BANGKOK (Reuters) - Britain and France should highlight deteriorating human rights in Thailand when its prime minister visits this month and they should make clear there will be no "business as usual" until he holds a fair election, a rights group said on Monday. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2JXCnah

FOX NEWS: Authorities: Teen killed in drive-by shooting during cookout

Authorities: Teen killed in drive-by shooting during cookout Authorities say a 16-year-old was killed and three others were injured in a drive-by shooting during a cookout in Georgia.

FOX NEWS: Authorities: Woman leaves 3-year-old in vehicle overnight

Authorities: Woman leaves 3-year-old in vehicle overnight Authorities say a Florida woman left a 3-year-old girl in a vehicle overnight, where she was overheated and drifted in and out of consciousness.

Hopes for New Era of Malaysian Free Speech Are High, but Pending

By AUSTIN RAMZY from NYT World https://ift.tt/2tdOLIY

Photographing Syrians Who Share an Uncertain Future

By SARA ARIDI from NYT Lens https://ift.tt/2HW12ak

Red Flags Among the Roses. What Will Happen on ‘The Bachelorette?’

By AMANDA SVACHULA from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/2lem7Uk

Jailed Kurdish leader may hold key in Turkish elections

SILVAN, Turkey (Reuters) - The outcome of Turkey's elections on Sunday could depend on a jailed presidential candidate's sway over voters more than 1,200 km (750 miles) away in the country's largely Kurdish southeast. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2LWrO4L

Syria state media says U.S. bombs Syrian positions but U.S. issues denial

BEIRUT (Reuters) - Syrian state media said on Monday that U.S.-led coalition aircraft had bombed "one of our military positions" in eastern Syria, leading to deaths and injuries, but the U.S. military denied carrying out strikes in the area. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2MxRsOx

Meghan's father sorry to have missed wedding to Britain's Prince Harry

LONDON (Reuters) - Thomas Markle, the father of Britain's newest royal Meghan, has spoken of his regret that he wasn't well enough to walk his daughter down the aisle as she married Prince Harry, but said he was pleased that Harry's father Charles was able to step in. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2yu4d9V

FOX NEWS: Oprah teams up with Apple to make shows, possibly for video subscription service

Oprah teams up with Apple to make shows, possibly for video subscription service Apple says it has reached a multiyear deal with Oprah Winfrey to create original programs for its streaming service.

FOX NEWS: Airlines test Nextgen technology to reduce flight delays

Airlines test Nextgen technology to reduce flight delays Airlines test Nextgen technology to cut down on flight delays nationwide.

FOX NEWS: 15 tech upgrades you can get for free

15 tech upgrades you can get for free You’ve spent so much money already – on a laptop, tablet, computer, router, network extender, printer, and smartphone. You’ve signed up for the internet, and you’re paying monthly fees. You’ll be relieved to know that a lot of tech is free.

FOX NEWS: All-American tactical Father's Day gift guide

All-American tactical Father's Day gift guide Allison Barrie showcases the best-in-class Father's Day gifts for American dads including the Thule Subterra Carry-On, 5.11 Covrt18 Backpack, DemerBox and the GERBER Suspension-NXT Multi-tool.

FOX NEWS: Ultimate outdoor Father's Day gifts

Ultimate outdoor Father's Day gifts Adam Housley showcases the ultimate outdoor gifts for Dads this Father's Day including the Trek Super Commuter+ 8S Electric Bike, Ukeg 128 Stainless Steel Growler, Canon M50 DSLR Camera and The Otto Grill.

FOX NEWS: Can computer algorithms determine the true causes of war?

Can computer algorithms determine the true causes of war? DARPA, BAE Systems and the Air Force Research Lab are working to pioneer new computer simulations, algorithms and advanced software to provide military decision makers with organized, near real-time information on causes of war and conflict in operational scenarios.

FOX NEWS: New Army artillery doubles attack range and outguns Russian equivalent

New Army artillery doubles attack range and outguns Russian equivalent The Army is fast-tracking an emerging program to engineer a longer-range artillery cannon able to out range enemy ground forces by hitting targets at more than twice the distance of existing artillery.

FOX NEWS: Online banks, Instant Pot remote cooking, tech freebies and more: Tech Q&A

Online banks, Instant Pot remote cooking, tech freebies and more: Tech Q&A I never physically go to the bank anymore. I was thinking about moving my checking and savings accounts to an online bank. Are they FDIC insured? Do they pay better rates?

FOX NEWS: Conviction of husband-wife team in Amazon case signals huge problem with return fraud

Conviction of husband-wife team in Amazon case signals huge problem with return fraud The sentencing of three people who committed over $1 million in return fraud at Amazon points to a cottage industry of bogus returns.

FOX NEWS: 15 must-have Father's Day gifts

15 must-have Father's Day gifts Dads rock. And that makes it all the more challenging to find just the right gift.

FOX NEWS: Gunman wounds 2, fatally shot by bystander at Walmart store

Gunman wounds 2, fatally shot by bystander at Walmart store A suspected gunman wounded two people before being fatally shot by a bystander at a Walmart store in Washington state Sunday evening.

FOX NEWS: Some seek Faneuil Hall name change because of slavery ties

Some seek Faneuil Hall name change because of slavery ties It's called the Cradle of Liberty because it's where the American Revolution was energized.

FOX NEWS: Sessions set to address nation's sheriffs in New Orleans

Sessions set to address nation's sheriffs in New Orleans Attorney General Jeff Sessions and Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen are among the speakers slated to address a gathering of the nation's sheriffs in New Orleans.

FOX NEWS: Carjacking suspect dead, two injured at Walmart in Washington state

Carjacking suspect dead, two injured at Walmart in Washington state A carjacking suspect was killed and at least two other people were injured Sunday after a pair of carjacking attempts and a vehicle chase in Washington state that eventually led to a Walmart parking lot, according to police.

FOX NEWS: Lawyers to present final arguments in Mafia boss trial

Lawyers to present final arguments in Mafia boss trial Attorneys are preparing to make their final pitches to jurors in the case of a former New England Mafia boss charged in the 1993 killing of a nightclub owner.

FOX NEWS: Dr. Zuhdi Jasser on terror threats facing the United States

Dr. Zuhdi Jasser on terror threats facing the United States Dr. Zuhdi Jasser of the American Islamic Forum for Democracy joins 'Life, Liberty & Levin' to discuss threats from radical hate groups that are still threaten the United States.

FOX NEWS: Remnants of hurricane help crews in Colorado, Wyoming fires

Remnants of hurricane help crews in Colorado, Wyoming fires A welcome dose of rain spawned by a hurricane that churned through the Pacific has given a boost in the battle against two large wildfires in Colorado and Wyoming.

FOX NEWS: The Latest: Officials ask for evacuations due to Nevada fire

The Latest: Officials ask for evacuations due to Nevada fire The Latest on wildfires burning in the U.S. West (all times local): 6:28 p.m. Authorities in a northern Nevada county are asking people to evacuate due to a growing wildfire.

FOX NEWS: Port of Virginia, major shipping hub for US commerce, plans big expansion

Port of Virginia, major shipping hub for US commerce, plans big expansion The Port of Virginia is one of the most significant ports in the United States.

FOX NEWS: The Latest: Event on verge of being shut down before gunfire

The Latest: Event on verge of being shut down before gunfire The Latest on the shooting at a New Jersey arts festival (all times local): 7:40 a.m.

Japan Earthquake Kills at Least 3 and Injures Hundreds More

By MIKE IVES from NYT World https://ift.tt/2yh92Ty

Trump Picks Economic Winners, Guided by Nostalgia

By BRAD PLUMER and JIM TANKERSLEY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2HXj0JB

Dele Alli and England Drop Their Guard and Their Past

By RORY SMITH from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2JKuS7A

5 Cheap(ish) Things for Bike Commuting Bliss

By AC SHILTON from NYT Smarter Living https://ift.tt/2K4ZG2h

Who Really Put Saudi Women Behind the Wheel?

By MONA ELTAHAWY from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2MyiIfC