ClubSocial: 2019-02-17

Two men arrested after Point Cook man shot in the face

A 29-year-old Point Cook man was arrested in Nagambie and a 30-year-old man was arrested in Point Cook this morning.

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Brisbane City Council rejects 'cookie cutter' 16-townhouse development

The council's efforts to stop townhouses and apartment blocks from low-density character suburbs are continuing.

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Two men rescued from life raft after boat sinks off southern WA coast

Two men have been rescued from a life raft off the coast of Hopetoun after their fishing boat sank overnight.

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Tropical Cyclone Oma downgraded, moves east

Tropical Cyclone Oma had intensified into a category 2 before transitioning into a sub-tropical low.

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'We're horrified': Caterers embroiled in fatal listeria outbreak 'devastated'

Family run food factory in Dandenong South closed as authorities warn thousands could be at risk after elderly woman dies of listeria.

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Missing Canberra man found safe and well

The 48-year-old had not been seen since Friday night, but police said on Saturday morning he had been found.

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ACT woman charged with drug supply after Sydney music festival arrest

The 27-year-old has been charged with two counts of supplying a prohibited drug and two counts of possessing a prohibited drug.

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Man jailed for trying to smuggle millions of cigarettes into Australia

Ring-leader of an attempt to dodge more than $4 million in duties sentenced to five years prison in Melbourne court.

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Alabama woman who joined Islamic State sues to return to US

The father of an Alabama woman who joined the Islamic State in Syria filed suit against the Trump administration on Thursday in an effort to allow her return to the United States.

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What do we know about the new Poseidon nuclear undersea drone

Russian President Vladimir Putin addresses the Federal Assembly, including the State Duma parliamentarians, members of the Federation Council, regional governors and other high-ranking officials, i

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Pak banned JuD due to India's rising diplomatic pressure: Sources

New Delhi [India], Feb 22 (ANI): Amid mounting anger over the Pulwamaterror attack, Pakistan moved to ban 26/11 mastermind HafizSaeed'sJamaat-ud-Dawa(JuD) andFalah-e-InsaniyatFoundation (FIF) terror o

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U.S. Embassy Demands Access To Detained American Investor In Russia

The U.S. Embassy in Moscow is demanding that Russia give U.S. diplomats immediate access to American investment-fund manager Michael Calvey, who was formally charged with financial fraud and is bei

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UK's May presses EU for Brexit compromise as clock ticks

Fresh from a political setback at home, British Prime Minister Theresa May landed on Wednesday at European Union headquarters in Brussels for more talks on Brexit with Commission President Jean-Cla

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Putin threatens to target West with new missiles

Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened to deploy new missiles against Western capitals as he delivered a state of the nation address on Wednesday aimed at boosting falling approval ratings.

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Iran Says Israel Will Be Eliminated by Saudi Nukes

A senior Iranian lawmaker has warned about the US plan to sell nuclear power plants to Saudi Arabia, suggesting that the Israeli regime could be eliminated by the Saudi nuclear bombs. File photo of

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Pakistan's Anti-Terror Measures below Iran's Expectations

An Iranian official has criticized the Pakistani governments inaction towards terrorist groups operating inside its territory, saying that Islamabads measures to confront terrorists have not met Te

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Iran FM Says War with Adventurist Israel Not Unlikely

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has warned the Israeli regime that its dangerous adventurism with its bombing campaign in Syria could result in a military conflict in the region.

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A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on February 21

IFP has taken a look at the front pages of Iranian newspapers on Thursday, February 21, 2019, and picked headlines from 11 of them. IFP has simply translated the headlines and does not vouch for th

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IRGC Makes US Jet Fighter Bomb Its Own Drone (+Video)

Irans Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says the intelligence acquired by its drones in Syria and Iraq has forced the US military to bomb one of its own drones.

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US and China begin fresh talks to end trade war

Washington [US], Feb 22 (ANI): In a bid to end their ongoing trade war, the United States and China on Thursday began a fresh round of high-level talks in Washington to outline six memorandums of unde

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Pakistan to reinstate ban on Hafiz Saeed's JuD

Islamabad [Pakistan], Feb 21 (ANI): Pakistan on Thursday announced banning of Jamaat-ud Dawa (JuD) and Falah-i-Insaniyat Foundation (FIF) led by 26/11 Mumbai attack mastermind and UN-designated terror

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Good atmosphere: Rüfüs Du Sol provide audible treat for Freo crowd

Fresh after adding some more words to their name and armed with a cache of bangers from their 2018 album Solace, Sydney trio Rüfüs Du Sol gave a masterclass in electronica.

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Singer R. Kelly turns himself in to police after being charged with sexual abuse

R&B star R. Kelly has been taken into custody after arriving at a Chicago police station on Friday night, hours after authorities announced multiple charges of aggravated sexual abuse.

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Ben Quilty on the burden of being Australia's artist from central casting

The rise and rise of award-winning artist Ben Quilty says as much about us as it does about him.

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Not emu-sed: Filming Australia's wildlife and its challenges

Sometimes, the magic of bringing natural history to the screen can be a little hard to find.

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Hitting the right note in music streaming

A proud late adopter finally enters the world of music streaming – and finds it surprisingly in tune with his groove.

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Dicey Topics: Emily Browning talks religion, politics and bodies

The Melbourne-born actor discusses the topics we are told to keep quiet.

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Mardi Gras icon Trevor Ashley preaches 'acceptance outside the city'

While marriage equality has been achieved, the fight for LGBTQI+ equality and acceptance continues, Ashley says.

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Your dog really does care if you are unhappy

Those lucky enough to experience the unconditional devotion of a pet will relate to American writer Sigrid Nunez’s seventh novel, The Friend.

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The Sydney stars who got their start on the uni stage

Before they went on to create Australia's new wave of cultural exports, many of Australia's best-known expats trod the boards together at Sydney University.

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Why a best picture win for Roma will transform the movie business

Director Alfonso Cuaron's Mexican drama would surely be the unlikeliest winner of the top prize in Academy Awards history.

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Chris Hemsworth's $1 million renovation fail

Chris Hemsworth and Elsa Pataky were nearing the completion of their Byron Bay "mega mansion" in the remote area of Broken Head, but a change of heart has cost them more than $1 million to make significant changes.

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Gardening: Climbing on board with Mandevilla

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Stan & Ollie review: Flawless recreation of comic duo

The film is a study of friendship as comedy is rapidly upstaged by poignancy.

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David Astle's Wordplay: The chasm between cleverness and wisdom

How to split those kissing cousins – clever and wise? The two are often wrongly seen as interchangeable.

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First Person: 'I'd failed myself, and my three daughters, dismally'

Slowly but steadily, we slipped into the gendered roles of breadwinner and housewife. A place that I had sworn I'd never find myself in.

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This movie will win the sound mixing Oscar, I’m sure of it

Here is my God-like prediction for the most anticipated and thrilling category of the Academy Awards...

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Your weekend: our guide to what's on around Melbourne

Your weekend: The best in music, theatre, festivals, food. markets and much more.

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Music reviews: Julia Jacklin, Homeshake, Tiny Ruins, Rodopi Ensemble and more

Rodopi Ensemble's Thraki, Martin Frawley's Undone at 31, Tiny Ruins' Olympic Girls, Julia Jacklin's Crushing, Casey Golden's Atlas and Homeshake's Helium.

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What's wrong with the Oscars, and five ways to fix them

Pretty much everyone agrees the Academy Awards ceremony is broken.

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Exhibition a prized display guaranteed to surprise and delight

This is a fabulous exhibition that is guaranteed to surprise and delight.

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The amazing intelligence of plants

Plants might not have neurons or nervous systems but there is a growing argument that they do have intelligence.

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Top five films: The best of the big screen

Our pick of what's showing on the big screen this week

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Pure dynamite: navigating the comedy of dysfunction

In a world where the audience is "woke", comedians like Maria Bamford are playing hopscotch in a minefield.

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Critics' Choice: Informer, Australia in Colour, New Amsterdam and more

Critics' Choice: Informer, Australia in Colour, New Amsterdam, Selling Houses Australia

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Michael Jackson estate sues HBO for $140m over documentary

The lawsuit alleges that by co-producing and airing Leaving Neverland, HBO is breaching a deal to not disparage the singer.

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Sunday Picks: The Crown and Us, Sydney Mardi Gras, Vera

Sunday Picks: The Crown and Us: the Story of the Royals in Australia, Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, Vera

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Peter Tork, Monkees' loveable bass player, dead at 77

Tork, with bandmate Micky Dolenz, last toured Australia for The Monkees' 50th anniversary in 2016.

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Daniel Radcliffe says he used alcohol to manage Harry Potter fame

"You don't quite know how overwhelmed it's possible to get," Radcliffe, who catapulted to fame at age 12, said.

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Jussie Smollett paid $5000 to stage attack because he wanted a pay rise: police

The actor "took advantage of the pain and anger of racism to promote his career" when he made a false police report about an attack, police say.

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Review: Heaven and Earth in Chinese Art at the Art Gallery of NSW

There's more to see here than the greatly lauded Meat-shaped stone.

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Queensland remains hotbed of sexually transmitted disease despite Valentine’s Day dip

A lack of romance was not to blame for a dive in Queensland sex infections during the week of Valentine's Day.

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The unconditional love driving Canberra's Kelsey Griffin

The Capitals knew straight away there was more to Griffin than her on-court prowess during their recruitment drive.

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Roosters 'unbelievable' with way they manage cap: Matterson

Wests Tigers recruit Ryan Matterson was delighted he won a premiership before exiting the Roosters, and says the premiers deserved their sustained success.

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Gold Coast nurse remains on life support after being found unconscious

Lisa Davey was found in her driveway by a passerby on Thursday night. Police are yet to find out how she received critical head injury.

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Alizee stakes All-Star Mile claim with Futurity win

Godolphin mare Alizee is right on track for the All Star Mile after scoring an impressive triumph in the group 1 Futurity Stakes at Caulfield.

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Africa: West Africa's Democratic Tipping Point?

[OSIWA] ABEOKUTA/MUNICH/FREETOWN/LILONGWE -- The decision to postpone Nigeria's presidential election, made just hours before polls were due to open, has raised fears about the integrity of the eventual vote. Those fears must not be realized -- and not just for Nigeria's sake. Just as a strong and stable democracy in Africa's most populous country can serve as a powerful example for the region, a political crisis there would have grave consequences that extend well beyond its borders.

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Africa: In Defence of Hyenas - They're Not Just Scavengers

[The Conversation Africa] Of all the world's great natural predators, hyenas are surely among the most maligned. They are often seen as good for nothing scavengers, the bullies of the African plains, laughing as they gang up to steal hard won meals from their more majestic competitors.

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Africa: 40 Years On - the African Contract Workers Who Came to Germany and Stayed

[Deutsche Welle] Some of the Mozambicans and Angolans who came as contract workers to East Germany 40 years ago stayed on and witnessed German unification at first hand. Here are two of their stories.

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Africa: African Union Needs to Protect the Continent's Displaced

[HRW] The disproportionate impact of forced migration on women and girls was an important side discussion at the recent African Union (AU) session in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

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Africa: Burundi Calls for Urgent Summit Over Amisom Troops Pullout

[East African] President Pierre Nkurunziza has called for the African Union to urgently convene a meeting of the countries contributing troops to the African Union Mission in Somalia (Amisom) to review the decision to withdrawal its soldiers.

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Africa: Anglican Church Slammed for Excluding Same-Sex Spouses From 2020 Conference

[Thomson Reuters Foundation] London -Top gay Christians said the ban on same-sex spouses was "insulting"

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Africa: Pan-African Film Festival Kicks Off

[The Herald] Burkina Faso will from this Saturday to March 2 host the Pan-African Festival of Cinema and Television of Ouagadougou (Fespaco), one of the biggest African film festivals. This edition of the cultures of Africa and the diaspora also coincides with the 50th anniversary of the festival (Fespaco) and 20 feature films will be competing. The list of 20 films (feature film) in official competition, was unveiled by the organisers.

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Africa: ECA-Uruguay partnership to focus on Africa's agricultural sector

[Economic Commission for Africa] Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, February 22, 2019 (ECA) -- A delegation from the Government of Uruguay on Friday met with the Economic Commission for Africa's Deputy Executive Secretary, Giovanie Biha, and discussed ways through which the think tank and Uruguay can work together so African countries can learn from the South American country's successful experience and best practices in agriculture and related sectors.

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Africa: Liberia's Role On the African Continent - a Historical Perspective

[FrontPageAfrica] At the African Union's (AU) Summit that just ended in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, a statue of Ethiopia's late Emperor, Haile Selassie, was unveiled outside of the organization's headquarters. The rationale for the statute is to honor Emperor Selassie and Ethiopia's contributions to the establishment of the Organization of African Unity (now the African Union), and the broader project of regional integration on the African Continent.

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Africa: Future Styles - Could Virtual Clothes Reduce the Damage of Fast Fashion?

[Thomson Reuters Foundation] London -Striking a pose in the mirror, Swedish model and stylist Lisa Anckarman shows off a new jacket with a difference on Instagram - though it fits her perfectly in the photo, it's a virtual design that does not exist in real life.

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Africa: Should Aid Work Stop When Militants Move In?

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Africa: To Boldly Go Where No Woman Has Gone Before

[East African] There are books, women's writings and forms of literature that have shaped our lives. I would, to be perverse, like to put forward the Star Trek franchise as authored by Gene Roddenberry in 1964 to explain my motivation in revisiting science fiction and everything it explores.

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Time’s Up Chief Quit Over Sexual Misconduct Accusations Against Her Son

By CARA BUCKLEY from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/22/movies/times-up-lisa-borders.html?partner=IFTTT
The allegations represent the most serious setback the Hollywood organization has faced since its formation last year.

‘Rocketman’ and the Best and Worst of This Week’s Trailers

By BRUCE FRETTS from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/22/movies/rocketman-trailer.html?partner=IFTTT
The clip for the Elton John biopic offers more hits, while the promos for “Dragged Across Concrete” and “The Highwaymen” showcase interesting buddy-cop pairings.

The Lustful Middle School Girl Rises

By AMANDA HESS from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/22/movies/pen15-eighth-grade-middle-school-girls.html?partner=IFTTT
Thanks to “PEN15,” “Eighth Grade” and “Big Mouth,” the awkward, weird and sex-obsessed pubescent girl is having a moment.

‘Paddleton’ Review: A Shrug in the Shadow of Death

By KYLE TURNER from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/22/movies/paddleton-review.html?partner=IFTTT
Mark Duplass and Ray Romano play best friends in this gentle but flawed dramatic comedy.

From ‘The Lion King’ to Angelina Jolie, Chiwetel Ejiofor Has a Lot to Talk About

By KATHRYN SHATTUCK from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/22/movies/lion-king-angelina-jolie-chiwetel-ejiofor.html?partner=IFTTT
He’s happy to discuss voicing Scar in “The Lion King” reboot and sidling up to Angelina Jolie (but he’s keeping mum on the “Doctor Strange” sequel).

The One Big Awards Show That Didn’t Lock Out Women Directors

By CARA BUCKLEY from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/22/movies/independent-spirit-awards-women.html?partner=IFTTT
The Independent Spirit Awards nominated a record number of female directors. Why did no other award-giving groups come close to following suit?

‘Cold War’ | Anatomy of a Scene

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Pawel Pawlikowski narrates a sequence from his film.

‘Wrestle’ Review: On the Mat, Fighting for a Future

By JEANNETTE CATSOULIS from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/21/movies/wrestle-review.html?partner=IFTTT
Raw and empathetic, Suzannah Herbert and Lauren Belfer’s vérité portrait of four high-school wrestlers disdains forced uplift.

Woody Allen Is Shooting a New Movie in Spain

By SARA ARIDI from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/21/movies/woody-allen-movie-spain.html?partner=IFTTT
The director may have a tarnished reputation in the United States, but he has been able to secure funding from a Barcelona-based company for a new project.

‘The Competition’ Review: Vying for a Slot in an Elite Film School

By GLENN KENNY from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/21/movies/the-competition-review.html?partner=IFTTT
In Claire Simon’s engaging, provocative documentary, future filmmakers go through a grueling process.

‘The Changeover’ Review: Stranger Danger

By JEANNETTE CATSOULIS from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/21/movies/the-changeover-review.html?partner=IFTTT
Fine performances help this chilly tale of a supernatural romance surmount its clichés.

‘Prosecuting Evil’ Review: At 98, His Passion for Justice Hasn’t Dimmed

By BEN KENIGSBERG from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/21/movies/prosecuting-evil-review.html?partner=IFTTT
Benjamin B. Ferencz was the chief prosecutor in the Einsatzgruppen case at the Nuremberg trials. This documentary tells his story.

No Thanks. Really, Oscar Winners, Skip That Part.

By PETER MEHLMAN from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/21/movies/oscars-thank-you-speeches.html?partner=IFTTT
If the Academy Awards can proceed without a host, it’s time to rethink those acceptance speeches. Please.

If You Think the Oscars Have Gotten More Political, Here’s Why You’re Right

By BEN ZAUZMER from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/21/movies/oscars-more-political.html?partner=IFTTT
Our expert analyzed all 554 best-picture nominees over the years, and found that political themes are becoming more common.

Oscars 2019: A Timeline of All the Crazy Things That Happened Along the Way

By JASON BAILEY from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/21/movies/oscars-2019-timeline.html?partner=IFTTT
A look back at the announcements made by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences about the 91st Academy Awards, and some of the backlash those decisions met.

Oscars 2019 Predictions: Who Will Win Best Picture, Actor and Actress

By KYLE BUCHANAN from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/21/movies/oscars-2019-nominations-predictions.html?partner=IFTTT
Our expert has been closely following the races and the voters, all season. Here’s what he thinks will happen at the ceremony on Sunday.

Watch: Directors Speak About Their Best Picture Nominees

By MEKADO MURPHY from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/21/movies/oscars-2019-best-picture.html?partner=IFTTT
The Oscars best picture nominees are out. We interviewed directors on how they put together their favorite scenes.

FOX NEWS:- Warren talks reparations, child care, early education during New Hampshire campaign stop

Warren talks reparations, child care, early education during New Hampshire campaign stop

Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Elizabeth Warren highlighted her new universal child care plan and explained her support for reparations for black Americans affected by slavery as she campaigned Friday night in the state that holds the first primary in the race for the White House.

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FOX NEWS:- 5 House Democrats took $60,000 trip to South Africa for Beyoncé concert, records show

5 House Democrats took $60,000 trip to South Africa for Beyoncé concert, records show

Five members of the Congressional Black Caucus took a $60,000 trip to see Beyoncé and other stars perform in concert in South Africa late last year, according to congressional disclosure records.

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FOX NEWS:- Why are some top Democrats suddenly embracing reparations for slavery?

Why are some top Democrats suddenly embracing reparations for slavery?

Hard left turn: 2020 Democratic presidential candidates call for reparations.

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FOX NEWS:- Partisan finger-pointing during a week of scandals

Partisan finger-pointing during a week of scandals

Tribalism of scandals: Reactions reveal deep divides in media and politics.

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FOX NEWS:- Virginia GOP leader pushes for investigation into Lt. Gov. Fairfax

Virginia GOP leader pushes for investigation into Lt. Gov. Fairfax

Republicans from the state's House of Delegates announce a hearing into sexual assault allegations against Virginia's Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax; Gillian Turner reports.

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FOX NEWS:- Is the left worried President Trump is making inroads with the African-American community?

Is the left worried President Trump is making inroads with the African-American community?

Media ignore President Trump's Black History Month event at the White House.

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FOX NEWS:- Dianne Feinstein scolds kids who pushed her to back Green New Deal: 'I know what I'm doing'

Dianne Feinstein scolds kids who pushed her to back Green New Deal: 'I know what I'm doing'

Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein pulled rank Friday when a group of kids tried to school her on climate change.

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FOX NEWS:- Victor Davis Hanson on how radicals are driving the Democrats' hard-left turn

Victor Davis Hanson on how radicals are driving the Democrats' hard-left turn

Hoover Institution senior fellow Victor Davis Hanson, author of 'The Case for Trump,' weighs in on 'Hannity.'

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FOX NEWS:- Is the Green New Deal aspirational or meant to be taken seriously?

Is the Green New Deal aspirational or meant to be taken seriously?

Tucker takes on former Sen. Schumer aide Chris Hahn.

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FOX NEWS:- Trump administration blocks taxpayer-funded family planning clinics from providing abortion referrals

Trump administration blocks taxpayer-funded family planning clinics from providing abortion referrals

President Trump announces new rule that will take millions away from Planned Parenthood; reaction from former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, Fox News contributor.

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A Pocket Guide to the Oscars’ Beefiest Controversies

By REGGIE UGWU from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/21/movies/oscar-controversies.html?partner=IFTTT
How to navigate a fractious, scandal-plagued year at the movies.

5 Film Series to Catch in N.Y.C. This Weekend

By BEN KENIGSBERG from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/21/movies/nyc-this-weekend-film-series.html?partner=IFTTT
Our guide to film series and special screenings.

‘Holiday’ Review: Sun and Fun on the Turkish Riviera, Then a Lot Less Fun

By GLENN KENNY from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/21/movies/holiday-review.html?partner=IFTTT
The director Isabella Eklof inverts revenge conventions in her debut film, in a way that dares the audience to call it perverse.

How ‘Cold War’ Makes a Classic Pop Song Feel Modern

By MEKADO MURPHY from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/21/movies/cold-war-scene.html?partner=IFTTT
The director Pawel Pawlikowski discusses how he uses “Rock Around the Clock” in a moment from his drama about a turbulent relationship.

Time’s Up a Year Later: Hollywood Women Test Their Clout

By CARA BUCKLEY from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/20/movies/times-up-hollywood-women.html?partner=IFTTT
Its legal fund has helped 100 lower-wage workers. But then the group couldn’t stop the hiring of an animation chief accused of unwanted touching.

Why Hasn’t Sofia Coppola Gotten the Respect an Auteur Deserves?

By J. HOBERMAN from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/20/movies/sofia-coppola-director-writer.html?partner=IFTTT
She has the awards but is rarely mentioned alongside major filmmakers. Perhaps that’s because, as her streaming features show, her subjects are privileged.

Rare, Early Glimpses of Sidney Poitier

By AMISHA PADNANI from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/20/movies/sidney-poitier-92nd-birthday.html?partner=IFTTT
On the actor’s 92nd birthday, photos from early in his career show how he elegantly carried “the terrific burden” of the hopes and aspirations of an entire people.

‘How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World’ Review: A Series Scales Up

By BEN KENIGSBERG from NYT Movies https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/20/movies/how-to-train-your-dragon-hidden-world-review.html?partner=IFTTT
The third in this franchise concerns the exigencies that poor Hiccup must face as the leader of Berk.

BBC NEWS - Venezuela crisis: Maduro closing border with Brazil

President Maduro acts as opposition supporters defy attempts to stop them bringing in foreign aid.

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BBC NEWS - Jussie Smollett: Judge calls alleged hate hoax 'despicable'

A judge says the "most vile" part of the allegedly staged hate crime was the use of a noose.

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BBC NEWS - Israel's Beresheet Moon mission gets under way

The privately backed Beresheet robot leaves Earth on a mission to land on the lunar surface in April.

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BBC NEWS - Fabien Clain, French jihadist and 'voice of Paris attacks', reported killed

The French jihadist who claimed the 2015 attacks for IS is thought to have died in an air strike in Syria.

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BBC NEWS - Melbourne car rampage: James Gargasoulas jailed for six murders

James Gargasoulas ploughed a car into pedestrians in Melbourne, killing six and injuring dozens.

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BBC NEWS - Hayabusa-2: Japan spacecraft touches down on asteroid

The Hayabusa-2 probe descended to the Ryugu asteroid to try to collect a sample from its surface.

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BBC NEWS - 5G networks: Trump says US shouldn't block technology

The comments come as the US has pressured its allies to exclude China's Huawei from their 5G networks.

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BBC NEWS - R Kelly faces fresh claims of sexual abuse

Two more women come forward with claims of misconduct by the R&B singer after a concert in the 1990s.

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BBC NEWS - Australia seeks clarification on China coal import 'block'

Canberra is seeking "urgent" clarification about reports that a key Chinese port has blocked imports.

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BBC NEWS - Roger Stone spared jail over crosshairs-on-judge post

But a judge slaps Roger Stone with a strict gag order barring him from public comment on his case.

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BBC NEWS - Valencia RiFF restaurant: Woman dies after Michelin-starred meal

Another 28 people who ate at the RiFF restaurant in Valencia also fell ill.

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BBC NEWS - 'Firefall' in Yosemite National Park stuns visitors

The rare phenomenon happens when light hits a waterfall tumbling down El Capitan.

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BBC NEWS - Barack Obama: 'You don't need eight women around you twerking'

Former US President Barack Obama gives his advice to young men at an event for his foundation.

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BBC NEWS - Bangladesh fire: Blaze kills dozens in Dhaka historic district

Dozens have been killed by a blaze which spread through an ancient district of the capital.

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BBC NEWS - First Vatican summit on child sex abuse

Catholic bishops are meeting to discuss the church's response to the sexual abuse of children by clerics.

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BBC NEWS - Come From Away: Beverley Bass inspires new musical set on 9/11

Beverley Bass was ordered to divert a trans-Atlantic flight during the events of 9/11.

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BBC NEWS - The toxic legacy of the Vietnam War

How millions suffered from exposure to toxic chemicals sprayed by US forces during the Vietnam war

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BBC NEWS - Panda-snow-mium: Giant pandas enjoy Washington winter storm

Giant panda Mei Xiang, 20, and three-year-old Bei Bei had a (snow) ball at the National Zoo.

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BBC NEWS - World's biggest bee found alive

A giant bee, thought lost to science decades ago, has been re-discovered on an Indonesian island.

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BBC NEWS - 24 photographers document 24 hours

The latest set of 24 images from a group of photographers who document the first 24 hours of each year.

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BBC NEWS - Singapore HIV data leak shakes a vulnerable community

When the HIV status of 14,000 in Singapore was leaked, an entire community was left insecure and exposed.

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BBC NEWS - Nigeria elections 2019: Is the country prepared?

Election officials prepare for the poll this Saturday after a one-week delay.

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BBC NEWS - Trump-Kim summit: The sorry fate of North Korea's diplomat defectors

As North Korea inches out of diplomatic isolation, what will happen to the diplomats who go renegade?

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BBC NEWS - Why nations face dilemma over IS fighters' children

The children, whose parents were Islamic State members, are at the centre of an international battle.

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BBC NEWS - Jan Kuciak: Murdered Slovakia journalist remembered

Rallies are held in memory of journalist Jan Kuciak and his fiancée, murdered a year ago.

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BBC NEWS - Trump-Kim summit: How might Kim Jong-un travel to Vietnam?

It's not the most conventional journey, but Kim Jong-un could be making his way to Vietnam by rail.

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ASX ends big earnings week at four-month high

Despite a loss on Friday, the sharemarket ended a big week of earnings higher as positive results lifted the benchmark index to a four-month high.

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Inquiry recommends new regulations on buy-now-pay later

Buy-now-pay later providers, pay-day lenders and consumer lease companies face a regulatory crackdown under the findings of a Parliamentary inquiry.

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ASIC starts legal action against GetSwift execs

The corporate regulator has started legal action against GetSwift and two of its executives.

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Second-grade veteran gets crack in John Gallop Cup final

Weston Creek Molonglo club favourite Ben De Carvalho will face Queanbeyan in his first top-grade final on Sunday.

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Capsule vs zip lock bag: How the law views the way party drugs are carried

A person can carry three times as much MDMA into a music festival and still be eligible for a $400 on-the-spot fine, in lieu of facing a court, if the drugs are carried in a form other than a capsule.

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The five million reasons Canberra's A-League bid was doomed

Football Federation Australia was promised $5 million from broadcaster Fox Sports if they expanded into Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane.

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Coal confusion: China denies any Australian coal 'ban'

The Australian government is searching for answers, but believe it has nothing to do with recent political tension over hacking and the 5G network.

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Gallery: The best photos from around the world

The best photos from the international wire agencies as chosen by our picture editors.

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Virus found in mosquitoes in Sydney's west

NSW health authorities are urging residents to protect themselves against mosquito bites after the Ross River virus was detected.

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Rising star of jazz scene charged with sex offences against minor

An award-winning jazz musician anointed as a future star is expected to admit that he was sexually inappropriate with a child in his care.

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Police hunt man wanted in relation to Perth assault

Police believe Thomas Bradley Anderson, 42, can help with their investigation into an assault in Perth about 11.10pm on Thursday.

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Powerful swell from Cyclone Oma to reach Sydney on Sunday

The cool, wet weather from the past two days is set to repeat again this weekend.

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Chau Chak Wing wins defamation case against The Sydney Morning Herald

Chinese-Australian businessman Chau Chak Wing has been awarded $225,000 in damages after winning his first defamation case against the newspaper.

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Unpredictable Sunwolves keeping Waratahs on their toes

The Waratahs have been doing plenty of homework before Saturday's clash with the Sunwolves in Tokyo.

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'A line between us': parents reject new Inner Sydney High boundaries

A review of Inner Sydney High's catchment zone has failed to placate angry parents.

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David Pope: The Canberra Times editorial cartoonist's latest work

Cartoons from The Canberra Times editorial artist.

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US operator snaps up Falls Creek and Hotham resorts

US snow resort operator Vail Resorts has taken another piste of Australia’s high country.

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Barr says rates 'bill shock' is an 'issue of regret'

Chief Minister Andrew Barr has admitted charging landowners up to five years' worth of rates in one hit and giving them 28 days to pay was an "issue of regret".

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Wife and sons hidden from family matriarch, court told

The son of the allegedly murdered Katherine Panin was controlling and hid the existence of his wife and sons from her for years, a murder trial jury has heard.

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MCC acts to ensure full houses at big games

The MCC has developed a policy to fill its members' reserve after being placed under pressure to fill empty seats when those available to the public sell out.

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Alleged looter nabbed for stealing from Townsville flood victims

Police arrested a 57-year-old man they claim stole up to $80,000 of goods from Townsville flood victims.

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Cop who kicked woman in cells put on 12-month good behaviour bond

Police officer who "gratuitously" kicked a woman in the shin as she lay handcuffed and half naked in a cell has been spared a criminal conviction.

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Millions of dollars spent, police secrecy bids over 3838 continue to fail

Victoria Police have spent millions on trying to keep secret Informer 3838’s identity and have been defeated at every turn.

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Africa: Burundi Rejects AU's Decision to Pull Troops Out of Somalia

[Deutsche Welle] For the 5,400 Burundian soldiers fighting in Somalia, it's time to go home, the African Union says. Burundi's President Nkurunziza disagrees and is fighting the decision.

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East Africa: Kagame on African Union, EAC and What Keeps Him Awake at Night

[East African] Kigali -Rwanda's President Paul Kagame has called for an urgent resolution of differences between countries in the region, which he says are standing in the way of the East African Community's progress.

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Africa: Africa Must Invest in the New 'High Seas' Treaty

[ISS] The world's largest crime scene is not in any specific country or region. It is the area known as the 'high seas' - those parts of the oceans that fall outside the national jurisdiction of coastal states. Governance and regulation are limited here, given the principle of the freedom of the seas.

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Africa: Promising Signs of Africa's Global Leadership On Maritime Security

[ISS] Piracy and armed robbery at sea have long been regarded as a threat to international peace and security. But other types of maritime crime are just as significant.

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Africa: Gates Foundation Announces New Africa Director

[Premium Times] The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation on Thursday announced Cheikh Oumar Seydi as the new Africa Director.

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Africa: NGOs 'Being Bullied Into Silence' Around the World - New Report

[AI London] Governments across the world are increasingly attacking non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and 'bullying them into silence' by creating laws that subject them and their staff to surveillance, nightmarish bureaucratic hurdles and the ever-present threat of imprisonment, Amnesty said in a new report released today (21 February).

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Africa: Two Camps Differ On Measures to Curb Trafficking in African Elephant Ivory

[East African] In what could be billed as the fight for the African elephant, two camps are pulling in different directions over the fate of the continent's foremost pachyderm.

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Africa: Migrant Children Buck the Trend When It Comes to Mother Tongue Teaching

[The Conversation Africa] School success amongst immigrant children is not the norm. However a small percentage do manage. Some even outperform locals. What can we learn from their experiences?

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Africa: Hosts Namibia Dominate Regional Swimming Tourney

[CAJ News] Windhoek -Namibia has restated its emergence as a swimming powerhouse by securing the most medals to date at the African Swimming Confederation (CANA) Zone IV Junior Championships it is hosting.

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Africa: AU Commends Namibia's Fight Against Guns

[Namibian] The African Union supports Namibia's plans to review the strategic plan on arms control, management and disarmament.

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Africa: Reconsidering South Africa's Approach to Waste Pickers

[GroundUp] Waste pickers must be integrated into the formal waste management sector, says researcher

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Africa: Why Opposing the Man Trump Wants As Head of the World Bank Might Just Work

[The Conversation Africa] US President Donald Trump's nomination of his Treasury Undersecretary David Malpass to become President of the World Bank Group and CEO of the World Bank should be seen more as an opportunity than a problem by African leaders and other major borrowers.

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Africa: Obasanjo, Experts Discuss Making Africa's Population an Asset

[Premium Times] A former president, Olusegun Obasanjo, on Wednesday in conjunction with 18 global population experts under the banner of the Africa Progress Group (APG), met to fashion out how to make Africa's population an asset rather than a liability.

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Africa: Finding Solutions for Sanitation Problems in Africa

[allAfrica] Cape Town -Access to proper sanitation and hygiene continues to prove a challenge to African countries. Following the success of previous conferences, the African Ministers' Council on Water (AMCOW) and the AfricaSan International Task Force agreed to hold the AfricaSan5 in Cape Town, South Africa, with the purpose of generating political momentum for hygiene and sanitation, as well as provide a Pan-African forum to showcase best practices and support problem solving. About 47 countries on the continent have ac

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Africa: 1st African Rail Digital Summit

[35Nord] Invitation to Media Representatives

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Africa: One of Africa's Poorest Start-Up Markets Wants to Up Its Game

[Innovation in Africa] Smaller African countries have a tough time making much of an impact on the noisy African start-up news hyper-sphere. It's not easy being innovative in small, tech-poor markets. Russell Southwood looks at how recent initiatives in Mali are seeking to tackle the problem.

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Africa: Climate Change an 'Imminent' Security Threat, Risk Experts Say

[Thomson Reuters Foundation] The Hague -Climate change threats - from worsening water shortages in Iraq and Pakistan to harsher hurricanes in the Caribbean - are a growing security risk and require concerted action to ensure they don't spark new violence, security experts warned Tuesday.

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Africa: Shutting Down the Internet Doesn't Work - Yet Governments Keep Doing It

[The Conversation Africa] As the internet continues to gain considerable power and agency around the world, many governments have moved to regulate it. And where regulation fails, some states resort to internet shutdowns or deliberate disruptions.

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Africa: 'We Live Like Peasants in Our Own Country' - Tales From the Forgotten People of South Africa

[Daily Maverick] In the months leading up to elections, Daily Maverick will tell the story of those people who feel disenfranchised, who for years have waited for their lives to improve but who find themselves still living on the edges of society. Meet the Honose family who lives on the banks of the Klipspruit River in Kliptown.

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Africa: Enhancing Africa-China Investments

[This Day] The increasing strategic partnership between Africa and China will expand cooperation in investment and trade between the continent and the Asian country.

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Africa: Gunmen Kill Somali National in South Africa

[Shabelle] Armed South African thugs have killed a Somali national, the latest in a string of xenophobic attacks against Somali business community in South Africa.

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Africa: Ball Juggling Woman in African Viral Video Impresses Trump

[Nairobi News] A woman has managed to impress U.S president Donald Trump with her football juggling prowess that has seen her trending for the better part of Tuesday.

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Africa: Africa's Student Movements - History Sheds Light On Modern Activism

[The Conversation Africa] On 9 March 2015, a student hurled faeces at a statue of British colonialist Cecil Rhodes. This act led to the statue's removal. It also inspired the most significant period of student protest in post-apartheid South Africa's history.

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Africa: Emperor Haile Selassie Statue Joins List of Troubled Memorials

[The Conversation Africa] The unveiling of a statue to the Emperor Haile Selassie outside the African Union has stirred up a storm among Ethiopians and Eritreans. Some, including the Rastafarian community who still worship the Emperor as a god, were delighted. Others were furious, recalling his role in the 1973-74 famine or his suppression of Eritrean freedom.

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Africa: Africa's Rich Oil - From Blessing to a Curse of Rampant Corruption and Bad Governance On the Continent?

[FrontPageAfrica] The African continent in recent years has come to be major Geo-strategic importance to the oil-dependent industrialized economies and giving attention that Africa receives from state actors on the global stage in the context of international politics, the idea of an African rebirth seems to be finding more and more acceptance within the contemporary global politics. This is due to the continent cherished and rich oil and other riches but had this new love for Africa developed by Beijing and Washington nowa

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Africa: Toomuchwifi CEO Speaks on Better Data Deals for 'Have-Nots'

[Balancing Act] London -Sub-Saharan Africa's data prices for users are all over the place and bear no relation to individual wealth in different countries. As a result, there are a number of companies looking to find a business model at the lower end of the price range. Russell Southwood talked to CEO and Co-Founder of TooMuchWifi about why he launched the company and how it works.

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Africa: 'Today, We Declare Our Love to Our Forests and Ecosystems'

[IPS] Paramaribo -High Forest Cover and Low Deforestation (HFLD) nations ended a major conference in Suriname on Thursday, with the Krutu of Paramaribo Joint Declaration on HFLD Climate Finance Mobilisation.

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Africa: The Challenges & Opportunities Facing South-South Cooperation

[IPS] Geneva -The BAPA+40 Zero Draft Outcome Document--to be adopted at the upcoming conference on the Buenos Aires Plan of Action (BAPA+40) in Argentina March 20-22- is much like a conference report intended to accommodate different points of view.

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Africa: Roma the Movie - the Hidden Drama of Domestic Workers

[IPS] Stockholm / Rome -Roma, a 2018 Mexican film written and directed by Alfonso Cuarón, is currently on a triumphal journey through the world. It won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival, the best director and best foreign language film at the Golden Globe Awards, best director and best picture at the Critics´ Choice Awards, best film, best direction and best cinematography at the British Academy Film Awards. Furthermore, Roma has a record high ten nominations for the upcoming Academy Awards (The Oscars). No

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Africa: Bringing #metoo to the Fashion Industry

[IPS] United Nations -The global #MeToo movement has put a spotlight on sexual harassment and violence in various industries including the film and music industries. Is it now time for the fashion industry to address these issues within their supply chains, one organisation says.

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FOX NEWS:- Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee says he regrets wearing Confederate uniform in college yearbook

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee says he regrets wearing Confederate uniform in college yearbook

Tennesee Gov. Bill Lee said he regrets dressing in a Confederate uniform for an "Old South" fraternity party at Auburn University, as seen in a 1980 yearbook photo, reports said Thursday.

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FOX NEWS:- Dem 2020 hopefuls Harris, Warren say they embrace idea of reparations for black Americans: report

Dem 2020 hopefuls Harris, Warren say they embrace idea of reparations for black Americans: report

Two leading Democratic presidential candidates -- U.S. Sens. Kamala Harris of California and Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts -- have reportedly said they support reparations for black Americans affected by slavery, reflecting a shift in the importance of race and identity issues within the party.

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FOX NEWS:- Rep. Devin Nunes on Nancy Pelosi's push to terminate President Trump's emergency declaration

Rep. Devin Nunes on Nancy Pelosi's push to terminate President Trump's emergency declaration

Speaker Nancy Pelosi urges House lawmakers to join her effort to shut down the president's national emergency declaration; reaction from California Congressman Devin Nunes, ranking member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.

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FOX NEWS:- Judge rules prosecutors broke law in Epstein case

Judge rules prosecutors broke law in Epstein case

A federal judge in Florida has ruled that prosecutors, including current Labor Secretary Alex Acosta, violated federal law when they reached a plea agreement in 2007 with financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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FOX NEWS:- How does victimhood culture impact the African-American community?

How does victimhood culture impact the African-American community?

Insight from Bruce Levell, executive director of the National Diversity Coalition for Trump, and Henry Davis, founder and president of the Conservative Urban Project.

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FOX NEWS:- Kamala Harris reacts to Jussie Smollett arrest: 'Sad, frustrated, and disappointed'

Kamala Harris reacts to Jussie Smollett arrest: 'Sad, frustrated, and disappointed'

2020 Democratic presidential hopeful Sen. Kamala Harris on Thursday said she was “sad, frustrated, and disappointed” following the arrest of “Empire” star Jussie Smollett, who was charged with disorderly conduct for allegedly filing a false police report.

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FOX NEWS:- North Carolina Election Board orders new election in undecided House race

North Carolina Election Board orders new election in undecided House race

The North Carolina State Board of Election unanimously voted on Thursday for a new election in a contested House race that has been marred by claims of ballot fraud; Trace Gallagher reports.

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FOX NEWS:- IRS employee accused of leaking Michael Cohen's bank records to Michael Avenatti

IRS employee accused of leaking Michael Cohen's bank records to Michael Avenatti

A veteran IRS employee has been charged with leaking the banking records of President Trump's onetime personal attorney, Michael Cohen, to Michael Avenatti, the attorney for adult film star Stormy Daniels, federal prosecutors announced Thursday.

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FOX NEWS:- Critics say Green New Deal is cover for socialist agenda

Critics say Green New Deal is cover for socialist agenda

Skeptics claim the massive climate change manifesto, with its wealth redistribution and restructuring of the economy, was a tip off to an unspoken agenda; Doug McKelway reports.

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FOX NEWS:- Democratic voters highlight key issues for 2020 presidential race

Democratic voters highlight key issues for 2020 presidential race

2020 Democrat contenders court voters in early states; Peter Doocy reports.

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Africa: Angola Urges Africa to Eradicate Cattle Plague

[ANGOP] Rome -Angolan permanent representative to the United Nations Agencies in Rome Florencio de Almeida encouraged African governments to keep fighting for the eradication of the plague of small ruminants (PPR).

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Africa: East Africa Bloc Lauds AU for Support to Cancel Somalia Debt

[Shabelle] East Africa grouping on Friday welcomed the African Union's call for cancelling Somalia's debt towards the pan African body's member states.

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Africa: Amajita Beat the Flying Eagles to Third Place

[CAF] South Africa beat Nigeria 5-3 on penalties following a goalless ninety minutes to win the third place match at the ongoing Total U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Niger.

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Africa: The Role Technology Can Play in Fighting Climate Change and Deforestation

[IPS] Paramaribo -At 51, Roberto Wong Loi Sing has spent nearly half of his life working in the field of engineering. But as he spends his days designing more efficient stormwater management systems, or water purification systems, for instance, the child in him comes alive as he combines his skills to find "win-win" solutions for the environment.

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Indonesian girl creates online reviews for soap by tasting them

It's pretty hard to admit that some of us have weird taste buds and strange cravings - especially for women who are on their monthly period or worse - pregnant.

Though, let's be honest - there are just some food items that our peers may not like, but for us, is absolutely mouthwatering!

In this case, an Indonesian girl named Khosik Assyifa has a blatantly bizarre set of taste buds. Because she's not trying different variants of food, she's taste-tasting various bars of soap!

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Duterte to Filipino drug lord Peter Lim: 'Don't ever surrender to me alive, commit suicide'

MANILA, Philippines - President Rodrigo Duterte on Wednesday offered a hard-nosed advise to alleged big time drug lord Peter Lim: Don't surrender alive, just commit suicide.

In a speech in Malacañang, the tough-talking Chief Executive said it would be better for Lim to "tie his own neck" than surrender.

"Ito si Peter Lim, you know, if I were you, I would commit suicide," Duterte said."Do not ever, ever surrender to me alive because you would commit suicide."

"Ganun din, i-abbreviate mo na, at least ikaw pa magtali sa leeg mo," he added.

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'Die! Die!': Video shows Korean Air 'nut rage' heiress assaulting husband

SEOUL - A video clip showing a woman who appears to be Cho Hyun-ah, formerly Korean Air vice president, shouting at her husband, and photos showing his injuries were revealed late on Wednesday (Feb 20).

In the video, the woman shouts "Die! Die!" at her husband, surnamed Park, who filed for divorce last year citing physical and verbal abuse against him and their twin sons.

Photos released along with the video show injuries to the man's neck - apparently strangle marks.

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Bangladesh building fire kills at least 56, toll could rise further

DHAKA - The death toll from a fire in a centuries-old area of the Bangladesh capital, Dhaka, jumped dramatically to 56 people on Thursday, a fire official said, and could keep climbing as fire fighters combed the wreckage of the destroyed building.

"So far, 56 bodies have been recovered. The number could rise further as searching is still continuing," Julfikar Rahman, a director of the Fire Service and Civil Defence, told Reuters.

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Life imprisonment for ex-Thai beauty pageant contestant for murder of 'insubordinate' 16-year-old maid

BANGKOK - Former beauty pageant contestant Krisana "Mona" Suwanpitak was jailed for life on Wednesday (Feb 20) after the Ratchadapisek Criminal Court in Bangkok found her guilty of the 2012 murder of her 16-year-old maid, Jariya Srisak.

The girl's body was buried near Krisana's home in Phetchaburi's Muang district to conceal the crime.

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Thai police seek to prosecute leader of anti-junta party popular with young

BANGKOK - Thai police said on Wednesday said they were seeking the prosecution of the leader of a new political party over a speech he made that was posted on Facebook criticising the ruling junta, just over a month before a general election.

The legal action against Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, 40, and two senior colleagues in the Future Forward Party, which has attracted the support of young voters, will add to concern that the military is determined to retain a hold over politics, even after the return of civilian rule in the March 24 vote.

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Philippines' Duterte warns of harsher drugs war ahead

MANILA - Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte warned on Wednesday that his signature anti-narcotics campaign will be even harsher in the future, signaling no let-up in a bloody crackdown that has alarmed the international community.

Duterte won the presidency by a wide margin in 2016 on promises of eradicating drugs and crime, and recent opinion polls indicate broad support for him and for the crackdown, despite widespread allegations of police cover-ups and summary killings resulting from weak intelligence.

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North Korea suspected of kidnapping defector's daughter in Rome

Italy warned on Wednesday there would be consequences if there was any truth to reports that the daughter of a missing North Korean diplomat had been abducted from Rome and whisked to Pyongyang.

"If confirmed, this would be of unprecedented gravity," said Manlio Di Stefano, undersecretary at the Italian foreign ministry.

"Those responsible for this will pay, you can be sure of that," he wrote on Facebook.

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Tsinghua University takes top spot from National University of Singapore in Times Higher Education in Asia-Pacific rankings — a first for mainland Chinese institution

Tsinghua University in Beijing has unseated the National University of Singapore (NUS) to become the first institution in mainland China to be ranked No 1 in the Asia-Pacific region, according to a study released on Thursday by Times Higher Education.

The university, whose famous alumni include President Xi Jinping and retired state leaders such as Hu Jintao and Zhu Rongji, was ranked second last year and fourth in the inaugural study in 2017.

NUS, which took top spot in both 2017 and 2018, fell to No 2 in the 2019 rankings.

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Bangladesh says ISIS teenager Shamima Begum not eligible for citizenship

DHAKA - A British teen who joined the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) group has no claim to Bangladeshi nationality, Dhaka's foreign ministry said Wednesday (Feb 20), after the UK government decided to revoke her citizenship.

Shamima Begum, who travelled to Syria in 2015 and now wants to return to Britain after giving birth in a refugee camp in Syria last week, was stripped of her UK citizenship on Tuesday.

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Man walks into town with bloodied slain son in his arms

A Myanmar man is in police custody in Tak after allegedly slashing the throat of his six-year-old son.

The divorced man was a single parent. Residents of Mae Sot district seized Moung Pu, 52, and handed him over to police at 8am Wednesday when he was seen sitting in front of a learning centre on Mae Sot-Phra That Phadaeng Road, the boy's blood-soaked body on the sidewalk next to him.

Police followed the trail of blood 300 metres to the man's house.

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Fashion diplomacy: S. Korea officials don coats with message to Kim

SEOUL - Seoul security officials are wearing jackets embroidered with a secret well-wishing message for Kim Jong Un, deploying a code representing key moments in inter-Korean relations ahead of a summit between the North Korean and US leaders.

The dark blue coats -- worn by about 10 officers in the Blue House's National Security Office -- have the 12-digit sequence 615104427919 sewn onto the back.

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Kim Jong Un shuffles nuclear talks team after defections, spying allegations

SEOUL - Veteran North Korean diplomats are being sidelined from nuclear talks ahead of a second summit with the United States as recent defections and allegations of spying undermine the trust of leader Kim Jong Un, South Korean officials and experts say.

Kim has purged and replaced many top diplomats and officials who served his father and grandfather with new, younger advisors as he gears up to meet US President Donald Trump in Vietnam next week.

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Pacquiao tells son: 'You don't need to box'

Philippine boxing legend Manny Pacquiao said Wednesday he has urged his eldest son to stay out of the ring after the 19-year-old's forays into fighting made young man's mother cry.

Pacquiao, the only fighter to win world titles in eight different weight divisions, said he and his wife have even made a point not to have gloves and equipment at home.

The boxer, known for his rags-to-riches climb from the street, has tried to push his son Emmanuel Jr, who is known Jimuel, to choose another path.

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Tsai says she will seek re-election in 2020 to 'complete' Taiwan vision

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen says she intends to run for a second term in 2020, as the self-ruled island comes under growing pressure from Beijing.

Tsai announced her plan to join the election race during an interview with CNN, saying she wanted to "complete" her vision for Taiwan and was "confident" she could win.

"It's natural that any sitting president wants to do more for the country and wants to finish things on his or her agenda," Tsai told CNN during an interview aired on Tuesday.

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Ruthless meth networks get ill-prepared Myanmar hooked

Mobs of stick-wielding church-goers in Myanmar's northeast used to descend on dealers and addicts in a desperate effort to save their communities from a meth-induced health crisis sweeping the country.

But anonymous death threats brought the vigilante operations to a halt.

"It simply became too dangerous for us," says Zau Man, leader of the local Baptist church in Kutkai, a town in Shan State scarred by addiction.

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Children in Hanoi practise Korean songs ahead of Trump-Kim summit

Wearing traditional dress, the children in Hanoi's only North Korean-founded kindergarten belt out Korean songs and recite their Korean vocabulary - skills they hope to show off to Kim Jong-un when he visits Vietnam next week.

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'Pyongyang not the enemy': South Koreans fed up with military service

SEOUL - Mr Namgung Jin is anxious as he awaits the start of his military service in South Korea - almost two years in uniform guarding against the nuclear-armed neighbour to the north, with the two countries technically still at war.

But by the time the 19-year-old college student enlists on March 5, just five days after the upcoming United States-North Korea summit, some analysts say the Korean War may have been officially declared over.

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Priest arrested anew for abusing 50 more victims, mostly altar boys

MANILA - A Roman Catholic priest, initially detained for sexual abuse, was arrested again Tuesday for allegedly molesting over 50 other victims - including altar boys as young as seven years old.

Authorities arrested Father Kenneth Pius Hendricks more than two months after he was first detained at the Bureau of Immigration (BI) detention cell in Camp Bagong Diwa in Taguig City for sexual abuse.

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Imports of medical cannabis into South Korea to be allowed next month

A revised narcotics bill that goes into effect March 12 will give the green light to imports of medical cannabis for self-treatment under strict conditions.

Under the revised law, cannabis derivatives that have been approved abroad for self-treatment purposes can be brought into South Korea through the Korea Orphan and Essential Drug Center, according to the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.

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