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Dixons Carphone says data breach affected 10 million

The retailer says details of 10 million customers were affected by last year's data breach. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OzhKRs

From books to behemoth

Amazon's profits dazzled this week - how Jeff Bezos brought it from bookstore to behemoth in 20 years. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2OoXhyv

Trump administration considers tax cut for the wealthy - Washington Post

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Washington Post Trump administration considers tax cut for the wealthy Washington Post The Treasury Department is considering a tax cut for the wealthiest Americans through a change that would not need approval from Congress, officials said, a move that would follow a package of tax cuts last year that also benefited the super-rich. The ... Trump Administration Mulls a Unilateral Tax Cut for the Rich New York Times Trump weighs big tax cut for rich: report The Hill Trump Wants To Give the Wealthy Another Tax Cut, With No Vote In Congress New York Magazine CNBC  - Reuters all 95 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2mYkfQu

Blasts, gunshots heard in eastern Afghan city

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A Reuters reporter heard at least two explosions in Afghanistan's eastern city of Jalalabad on Tuesday, in an area close to shops and government offices, followed by gunshots. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2mWaSkj

Manchester suicide bomber was rescued by British navy in 2014 from Libya: Daily Mail

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A British man who killed 22 people in an attack in Manchester at the end of a show by U.S. singer Ariana Grande was rescued from the civil war in Libya three years before by the British navy, the Daily Mail reported. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2LHkSNa

Uber halts development of self-driving trucks

The ride-hailing firm says it will now focus solely on the development of self-driving cars. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NSiW0Q

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Malaysia's civil aviation chief resigns in wake of MH370 report 07/31/18 3:22 AM

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Malaysia's civil aviation chief resigns in wake of MH370 report 07/31/18 3:22 AM

Somalia's deaf footballers create their own league

Players fed up with being excluded from existing teams started their own league. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2v0XGiE

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump offers to meet with Iranian President Rouhani with “no preconditions” 07/30/18 2:47 PM

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert Rand Paul says he will support Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh 07/30/18 11:48 AM

Roadside bomb hits bus in western Afghanistan, kills 11: officials

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As many as 11 people were killed and more than 30 wounded when a bus in western Afghanistan hit a roadside bomb, officials said on Tuesday. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2vnzCWz

More than 200 interviews conducted in the case of missing University of Iowa student - CNN

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CNN More than 200 interviews conducted in the case of missing University of Iowa student CNN (CNN) More than 200 interviews have been conducted in the investigation into the disappearance of a University of Iowa student, Mollie Tibbetts, according to the special agent in charge. Tibbetts, 20, disappeared nearly two weeks ago near Brooklyn, a ... Mollie Tibbetts case investigators keeping details close to the vest, key questions remain unanswered Fox News Father of missing Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts hopes for new leads The Mercury News all 159 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2LQ5jSB

Dixons Carphone says data breach affected 10 million

The retailer says details of 10 million customers were affected by last year's data breach. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2OzhKRs

British Gas owner Centrica loses more customers

In the UK, 340,000 accounts, representing about 270,000 people, were closed in the first half of 2018. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2n3OtSt

UK car production hit by 'perfect storm'

Industry body the SMMT says the 47% drop in production for the UK market in June was an "anomaly". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Aq8nR3

Uber halts development of self-driving trucks

The ride-hailing firm says it will now focus solely on the development of self-driving cars. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2NSiW0Q

Out-of-office: Would you quote Rick Astley?

Not everyone sticks to the standard out-of-office reply - we take a look at the more unusual ones. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2M4q3D2

Mike Pompeo Indo-pacific strategy: US to spend $113m in Asia

The announcement comes at a time when the US and China are butting heads in a tit-for-tat trade war. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2KcnOvC

House of Fraser offered cash injection by Mike Ashley

The Sports Direct tycoon already owns an 11% stake in the department store chain. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2K6s4gg

Ryanair threatened by fresh strikes in Germany

The budget airline has already cancelled hundreds of flights across Europe this month over strikes. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2M2HsMg

Rivals eye Love Island's treasure trove

TV companies battle to find another format that can rival the success of ITV's reality hit. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2mTOgkH

The impact of trade tariffs on two US firms

Some firms have raised prices to shield them from the impact of tariffs, but others are under strain. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2AqX5Mc

Brewery fined over pensions failings

Brewer Samuel Smith and its chairman are sentenced after failing to give details to regulators. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2uZ0jBy

Trekking to Everest: 'Challenging but rewarding!'

As adventure tourism booms, more people are trekking the route to Mount Everest's base camp. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2K9N3ik

Behind the seams at Max Mara

Max Mara is the quintessentially Italian fashion brand, but it's run by a former punk from Derbyshire. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2vhADzd

Overwatch League: London Spitfire triumph in first final

London Spitfire scored a solid victory over its opponent, Philadelphia Fusion, in the e-sports final. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2v6qNBl

Light saver

As a child, herder Richard Turere invented a device to stop lions killing cattle but who benefited? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2Oufn24

Argos catalogue reveals unannounced DJI Mavic drone

The store's literature has photos and technical details of the as yet unannounced Mavic 2 Pro drone. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2NRsSYD

Overwatch League: London Spitfire triumph in first final

London Spitfire scored a solid victory over its opponent, Philadelphia Fusion, in the e-sports final. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2v6qNBl

US military draws up 'do not buy' list for software

US military programs and agencies will be stopped from using code that could compromise their work from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2mUxHFb

North Korea 'working on new missiles', US officials say

US intelligence leaks suggest the North may be building ballistic missiles, despite recent pledges. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LC8cHo

US airport security's 'Quiet Skies' programme tracks passengers

The programme secretly targets people who exhibit odd behaviour such as excessive sweating. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LA1QbI

France shocked by video of woman being slapped by harasser

A student speaks out after CCTV shows a man slapping her for objecting to abuse in a Paris street. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Ou3462

IS claims fatal Tajik attack on foreign cyclists

Two Americans, a Swiss and a Dutch citizen died after being struck by a car on Sunday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2M3BTxg

Trump says ready to meet Iran's Rouhani

"If they want to meet, we'll meet," the US president says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2K5AV1L

Italy earthquake 'hero dog' found dead

The owner of Kaos, which rescued people in 2016, says the animal was poisoned. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2viZbrD

Lombok earthquake: More than 500 hikers evacuated from Mt Rinjani

More than 500 hikers were stranded on Indonesia's Mt Rinjani when a deadly quake triggered landslides. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Kbwanp

Russia World Cup: Pussy Riot protesters detained on leaving jail

The activists served 15 days for storming on to the pitch during the World Cup final in Russia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2mSFrax

Backpackers attacked with shovel in Australian bush

One backpacker was rammed with a four-wheel-drive before being attacked with a shovel, police say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Ow0tZk

Uber halts development of self-driving trucks

The ride-hailing firm says it will now focus solely on the development of self-driving cars. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2NSiW0Q

James Gunn: Guardians of the Galaxy cast back fired director

Chris Pratt says that James Gunn "is a good man" despite his "inappropriate jokes from years ago". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2NTUVXy

Largest king penguin colony shrinks 90% in 30 years

The world's largest colony, in the Indian Ocean, has shrunk 90% over 30 years, research suggests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2OufYkk

The battle to stop ex-IS fighters reaching Europe

The BBC's Quentin Sommerville follows the teams trying to trace ex-IS fighters who have fled Syria. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2NWJOwL

Bruce Beach has built a 10,000 sq ft nuclear bunker

At 10,000 sq ft, Ark Two is one of Canada's largest nuclear fallout shelters. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2M1xLh7

Brexit and your holiday: Five things that could change

How the UK leaving the EU could impact things like flights, visas and mobile roaming. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2M55giP

World-famous aerialist on the keys to her success

Christine Van Loo, a seven-time US national acro-gymnastics champion, explains how she got to the top of her game. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Kb7MCm

Nailing it: How the National Gallery of Ireland is taking the masters to the masses

The National Gallery of Ireland is teaming up with a Dublin based nail bar to recreate the greats in 'minicure' form. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2OueHK3

Canadian puddle splash van driver loses job

Employer confirms driver has been sacked after his anti-social behaviour is caught on dashcam. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2AkvFYi

Russian ministry spokeswoman turns songwriter

Foreign Ministry's Maria Zakharova pens lyrics for popular Russian singer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2LwsZfz

Intrepid French hunt for sunken warships Cordelière and Regent

The Regent and Cordelière burned together and are now the focus of a French explorer's mission. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2OvguyM

The fight to end silence on fashion's waste problem

We asked major labels if they destroyed their excess stock. They weren't all forthcoming. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2uZTZK0

Will EU healthcare for tourists survive Brexit?

Will you be able to use the European Health Insurance Card when the UK leaves the EU? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2NY5991

Would you quote Rick Astley in your out-of-office?

Not everyone sticks to the standard out-of-office reply - we take a look at the more unusual ones. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2M4q3D2

Letter from Africa: How bruised is President Buhari by defections?

Journalist Mannir Dan Ali considers the Nigerian president's chances of re-election after the loss of key allies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2AppbHX

Germany gripped by #MeTwo racism debate

Thousands of tweets document racism in German schools, housing and jobs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2OrUK6N

US spy agencies: North Korea is working on new missiles - Washington Post

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Washington Post US spy agencies: North Korea is working on new missiles Washington Post U.S. spy agencies are seeing signs that North Korea is constructing new missiles at a factory that produced the country's first intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of reaching the United States, according to officials familiar with the ... WaPo: New indicators show North Korea potentially working on missiles CNN US Spy Satellites Reportedly Detect New Activity At North Korea Missile Factory HuffPost North Korea 'working on new missiles', US officials say BBC News The Hill  - Foreign Policy (blog)  - New York Magazine  - CNBC all 108 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2mYnTKp

Pompeo sets conditions for Iran meeting after Trump says he'll meet without preconditions - The Hill

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The Hill Pompeo sets conditions for Iran meeting after Trump says he'll meet without preconditions The Hill Secretary of State Mike Pompeo · Michael (Mike) Richard PompeoTrump admin urges troops in Afghanistan to withdraw from some areas: report Twelve times Trump surprised the Pentagon Trump officials urge patience on North Korea MORE listed specific ... Trump says he's willing to meet Iran's president without precondition Chicago Tribune Threats aside, Trump says he's willing to meet with Iranians Fox News Trump's willingness to meet with Iran is diplomatic over-confidence, Dem says CNN The Atlantic  - BBC News  - Bustle  - New York Times all 465 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2Anf5aw

Trump smokescreen fogs up what is fact or fiction - CNN

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CNN Trump smokescreen fogs up what is fact or fiction CNN (CNN) As the second disorientating summer of President Donald Trump's presidency unfolds, it's becoming hard to work out what is real, what is smoke and what is pure fantasy. But for Trump, that is the point as he faces imminent and medium-term legal ... Reliable Sources: Moonves remains atop CBS. For now... CNNMoney How Trump Allies Shifted Their Defense as Evidence of Contacts With Russians Grew New York Times Late Night Hosts Dig Into Rudy Giuliani For Saying “Collusion Is Not A Crime” Deadline Los Angeles Times  - Chron.com  - CNN  - NBCNews.com all 450 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2Ox45Kv

A Rush to Block Downloadable Plans for 3-D Printed Guns - New York Times

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New York Times A Rush to Block Downloadable Plans for 3-D Printed Guns New York Times Gun control proponents and state officials are racing the clock to try to block blueprints to make guns from 3-D printers from going online Wednesday. The varied efforts, in courthouses and legislatures, are aimed at Defense Distributed, a Texas-based ... Attorneys General Sue Trump Administration To Block 3D-Printed Guns NPR States sue Trump administration to block 3D printed guns The Hill 3D-printed guns: 9 states sue Trump administration for an emergency ban CNET HuffPost  - Wall Street Journal  - TechCrunch  - Fortune all 412 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2ABcJoD

The case of San Antonio's stolen shark is solved, a suspect is under arrest and 'Miss Helen' is back home - CNN

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CNN The case of San Antonio's stolen shark is solved, a suspect is under arrest and 'Miss Helen' is back home CNN (CNN) What began with a quick grab-and-go theft Saturday at the San Antonio Aquarium -- the suspect leaving a trail of water drops as he hurried away with his dripping prize of a small but very much alive shark -- ended Monday with the safe return of ... Young horn shark stolen from Texas aquarium is safely returned CBS News Shark found after surveillance video shows suspects stealing the animal in a stroller USA TODAY Thieves snatch shark from San Antonio Aquarium, wheel it out in a baby carriage NBCNews.com Fox News  - SFGate  - KSAT San Antonio  - mySanAntonio.com all 112 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2Ox3SqH

Trump administration considers tax cut for the wealthy - Washington Post

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Washington Post Trump administration considers tax cut for the wealthy Washington Post The Treasury Department is considering a tax cut for the wealthiest Americans through a change that would not need approval from Congress, officials said, a move that would follow a package of tax cuts last year that also benefited the super-rich. The ... Trump Wants To Give the Wealthy Another Tax Cut, With No Vote In Congress New York Magazine Trump administration eyes capital gains tax cut for wealthy: NY Times Reuters Trump Administration Mulls a Unilateral Tax Cut for the Rich New York Times all 94 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2AonABU

In a new book, Bob Woodward plans to reveal the 'harrowing life' inside Donald Trump's White House - Washington Post

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Washington Post In a new book, Bob Woodward plans to reveal the 'harrowing life' inside Donald Trump's White House Washington Post In the worldwide capital of leaks and anonymous dishing that is Washington, secrets can be almost impossible to keep. But somehow over the past 19 months, the fact that America's most famous investigative journalist was quietly chipping away at a book ... Bob Woodward's new book puts readers 'face to face with Trump' CNN Bob Woodward's New Book Will Detail 'Harrowing Life' Inside Trump White House New York Times Bob Woodward's New Book Will Chronicle Trump's 'Harrowing' Presidency HuffPost The Hill  - Los Angeles Times all 39 news articles » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2mU55f8

Mollie Tibbetts case investigators keeping details close to the vest, key questions remain unanswered - Fox News

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Fox News Mollie Tibbetts case investigators keeping details close to the vest, key questions remain unanswered Fox News Investigators probing the disappearance of University of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts were keeping details of the mystifying case close to the vest Monday, refusing to elaborate on the condition of the house where she'd been staying, even amid new ... and more » from Top Stories - Google News https://ift.tt/2AoDMmJ

Bomb in van kills 11 at checkpoint in Philippine south: army

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A bomb exploded in a van and killed 11 people at a military checkpoint in the restive southern Philippines on Tuesday in an attack that officials blamed on militants with ties to the Islamic State group. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2ArZDtA

Greek PM meets survivors in fire-stricken town as families mourn dead

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Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras met survivors of a wildfire that killed at least 91 people during his first visit to the town of Mati on Monday, as rescue teams kept recovering bodies and families mourned their dead. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2K9ClZ0

U.S. detects new activity at North Korea factory that built ICBMs: source

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U.S. spy satellites have detected renewed activity at the North Korean factory that produced the country’s first intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of reaching the United States, a senior U.S. official said on Monday, in the midst of talks to compel Pyongyang to give up its nuclear arms. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2KcitV9

Two Koreas hold military talks as U.S. detects activity at North Korea missile factory

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North and South Korea held military talks to build trust on Tuesday, while the United States detected renewed activity at a North Korean missile factory, casting more suspicion over the North's intentions. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2vmyClH

China widens vaccine scandal probe, vows tough penalties

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China's drug watchdog published details on Tuesday of an investigation into a second firm found to have made inferior vaccines, after cabinet vowed tough penalties and fines over a vaccine safety scandal that has sparked widespread anger. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2NXGykV