entertainment: 2019

Tuesday, December 31, 2019

Are your friends bad for your health?

We tend to copy the way our friends and family behave, potentially leading us to put on weight or even divorce.

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Why mature dating apps are coming of age

An increasing number of older people are turning to dating apps for mature people, in a quest for love.

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What does it mean to be a black traveller?

Four millennials on being the first black person some people meet, and other issues for black tourists.

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The region which legislates who you can love

LGBT activists are mounting legal battles against the Caribbean's colonial-era homophobic laws.

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F.D.A. Plans to Ban Most E-Cigarette Flavors but Menthol

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World welcomes 2020, but celebrations shadowed by wildfires, protests, Korea tensions

The world celebrated the New Year on Wednesday with fireworks displays from Sydney to London, although celebrations were clouded by deadly wildfires in Australia, protests in Hong Kong and India and new nuclear tensions with North Korea.

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U.S. deploying 750 soldiers after protest at U.S. Embassy in Iraq: Pentagon chief

The United States is immediately deploying about 750 soldiers to the Middle East in response to the violent protests at the U.S. Embassy in Iraq, Defense Secretary Mark Esper said on Tuesday.

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Iran denies role in U.S. embassy violence, warns against retaliation

Iran denied it was behind violent protests at the U.S. embassy in Iraq on Tuesday and warned against any retaliation, after President Donald Trump blamed Tehran for an attack on the mission and said it would be held responsible.

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Protect Veterans From Fraud

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Nigeria needs 30 million new jobs by 2030 – W'Bank

In its latest Nigeria Economic Update, the World Bank reported that the differential between high rates of population growth and low rates of job ...

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FOX NEWS: Mexico: 7 detained in drug-cartel massacre that killed 9 Americans

Mexico: 7 detained in drug-cartel massacre that killed 9 Americans

Mexican prosecutors seven people linked to the November slaughter of nine women and children in an ambush have been detained.

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FOX NEWS: Trump to sign China trade deal January 15

Trump to sign China trade deal January 15

Critics push for more Chinese concessions; Rich Edson has the details.

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FOX NEWS: Marines deployed to bolster security at US Embassy in Baghdad

Marines deployed to bolster security at US Embassy in Baghdad

Tensions escalate as protesters storm embassy; Trey Yingst reports.

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FOX NEWS: John Tiegen on embassy attack: This is a big slap in the face from Iraqis

John Tiegen on embassy attack: This is a big slap in the face from Iraqis

Former GRS team member from Benghazi John 'Tig' Tiegen reacts to protesters storming U.S. Embassy in Baghdad.

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FOX NEWS: Picasso painting damaged by London gallery visitor, officials say

Picasso painting damaged by London gallery visitor, officials say

A 20-year-old man is charged with damaging a Picasso painting at London's Tate Modern gallery, police said Tuesday.

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FOX NEWS: Trump blames Iran for Baghdad embassy breach, says regime will be held 'fully responsible'

Trump blames Iran for Baghdad embassy breach, says regime will be held 'fully responsible'

Reaction and analysis from Kroll managing director Tim Gallagher.

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FOX NEWS: England allows civil partnerships for heterosexual couples

England allows civil partnerships for heterosexual couples

England and Wales have taken the unprecedented step of allowing heterosexual couples to opt out of traditional marriages and choose civil partnerships.

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FOX NEWS: Marines being sent to US Embassy in Baghdad amid protests

Marines being sent to US Embassy in Baghdad amid protests

Iraqi protesters storm US Embassy; Trey Yingst has the latest.

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Protesters burn security post at U.S. Embassy in Iraq in new foreign policy test for Trump

Protesters angry about U.S. air strikes on Iraq hurled stones and torched a security post at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad on Tuesday, setting off a confrontation with guards and posing a new challenge for U.S. President Donald Trump.

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Texas Churchgoers Welcomed the Poor, but Sensed This One Was Trouble

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Al interior de un tribunal de guerra estadounidense: la ropa y la cultura en Guantánamo

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Science Panel Staffed With Trump Appointees Says E.P.A. Rollbacks Lack Scientific Rigor

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Two billion workers employed on casual basis –Report

The International Labour Organisation has raised concerns about the persistence of informal employment noting that a staggering two billion workers, ...

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Monday, December 30, 2019

UK and US considered Nigeria naval blockade over Saro-Wiwa execution

The UK and US considered an oil embargo after activist Ken Saro-Wiwa was hanged, document reveals.

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2019 in news: The alternative end-of-the-year awards

From the ridiculous to the more ridiculous, the weird stories that caught the eye this year.

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Citizenship Act protests: Why fear has gripped Muslims in this Indian state

The Muslim community in Uttar Pradesh is living in fear after a new citizenship law came into effect.

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China internet: Top talking points of 2019 and how they evaded the censors

From rebellious numbers to state-backed trends, China's internet was a noisy place in 2019.

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Africa's year in pictures 2019

A selection of the best photos from across Africa this year.

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Tech 2019: Our biggest technology stories

Social media scandals dominate the list of the most-read news stories by the Tech desk this year.

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'Man on the Moon' moment - the year's big breakthroughs

The year of treating the untreatable: 2019 breakthroughs that could transform medicine.

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Data Breach at Wyze Labs Exposes Information of 2.4 Million Customers

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FOX NEWS: Ken Paxton praises law allowing gun owners to carry in places of worship following church shooting

Ken Paxton praises law allowing gun owners to carry in places of worship following church shooting

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on how licensed gun owners helped take down the shooter and save lives.

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FOX NEWS: Liberal states blame President Trump for homeless crisis

Liberal states blame President Trump for homeless crisis

Leaders point fingers at Trump; reaction and analysis from 'The Five.'

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FOX NEWS: Miami house fire traps children inside, at least 3 killed

Miami house fire traps children inside, at least 3 killed

At least three children are dead after being trapped in a house fire in Miami late Monday morning, according to reports.

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FOX NEWS: Religious groups attacked in Hanukkah stabbing and Texas church shooting

Religious groups attacked in Hanukkah stabbing and Texas church shooting

Hate crime increase across the country; reaction and analysis from the 'Special Report' all-star panel.

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FOX NEWS: Texas church member who shot gunman says he's 'not a hero'

Texas church member who shot gunman says he's 'not a hero'

West Freeway church members react to deadly shooting; Jeff Paul reports from Texas.

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FOX NEWS: President Trump condemns recent attacks on Jewish communities

President Trump condemns recent attacks on Jewish communities

Pompeo says fighting religious persecution is a priority; Gillian Turner reports.

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FOX NEWS: Suspect in Hanukkah stabbing attack had journal with anti-Semitic references

Suspect in Hanukkah stabbing attack had journal with anti-Semitic references

Anti-Semitic hate crimes spike in New York; Jacqui Heinrich reports.

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FOX NEWS: Pending home sales rise 1.2 percent in November

Pending home sales rise 1.2 percent in November

Home sales rebound from October decline; Fox Biz Flash: 12/30.

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FOX NEWS: Armed parishioner kills gunman at Texas church

Armed parishioner kills gunman at Texas church

Good guy with a gun praised for stopping shooting; reaction and analysis on 'The Five.'

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FOX NEWS: Ohio doctor charged with fentanyl-overdose murders of 25 patients sues hospital, claiming defamation

Ohio doctor charged with fentanyl-overdose murders of 25 patients sues hospital, claiming defamation

A critical-care doctor in Ohio accused of ordering overdoses of the opioid painkiller fentanyl in the deaths of 25 hospital patients has sued his former employer for defamation, according to a report.

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Pompeo to Meet With Ukraine’s Zelensky in Kyiv

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Judge Dismisses Lawsuit by Ex-Trump Aide Subpoenaed in Impeachment Inquiry

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Schumer Demands Witnesses Be Called at Senate Impeachment Trial

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Double the Federal Minimum Wage

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After Death From Falling Debris, Violations Found at 220 Buildings

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Sunday, December 29, 2019

North Korea's Kim urges 'positive and offensive' security measures at key party meeting

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un called at a ruling party meeting for "positive and offensive measures" to ensure security ahead of a year-end deadline he has set for denuclearization talks with the United States, state media KCNA said on Monday.