Ireland dismisses reported UK Brexit border proposal

Britain is proposing to set up "customs clearance centers" on both sides of the Irish border after Brexit, Irish national broadcaster RTE reported on Monday, an idea Ireland's foreign minister quickly dismissed as a "non-starter".

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U.S. denies Cuba health minister visa to attend health meeting in Washington

Cuba said on Monday the Trump administration denied its health minister a visa to attend a Pan-American Health Organization (PAHO) meeting in Washington and accused the United States of repeatedly violating its obligations as the host of an international organization.

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Moroccan journalist Hajar Raissouni jailed on abortion charges

Activists say the charges against Hajar Raissouni are part of a crackdown on critical reporters.

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FOX NEWS: Second person arrested in 300G heist from Kennedy Airport

Second person arrested in 300G heist from Kennedy Airport



A second man has been arrested in connection with the theft of $300,000 from a Florida-bound flight from New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport.

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FOX NEWS: Kansas judge reprimanded for sexual harassment, affair with felon

Kansas judge reprimanded for sexual harassment, affair with felon



A federal judge from Kansas was publicly reprimanded for judicial misconduct Monday, after admitting he sexually harassed female co-workers, and engaged in extramarital relations with a convicted felon. U.S. District Court Judge Carlos Murguia was also cited for “habitual tardiness for court engagements.”

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Trump contacted foreign officials over probe of Russia inquiry origins -Justice Dept

U.S. President Donald Trump has contacted other countries to introduce Attorney General William Barr and a Justice Department official who is conducting an inquiry into the origins of Special Counsel Robert Mueller's Russia probe, a Justice Department spokeswoman said on Monday.

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Irish foreign minister says reported UK border plan a non-starter

Ireland's foreign minister said on Monday it was time the European Union received a serious proposal from the British government if a Brexit deal is to be agreed, dismissing a reported proposal for the Irish border as a "non-starter"

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How to Win Republican Support for Impeachment

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China to mark 70 years of communism with massive show of force

China will celebrate seven decades of communist rule on Tuesday with a display of power through central Beijing, showing off goose-stepping troops, new missiles and floats celebrating the country's technological prowess.

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China National Day Live Updates: A Parade and Protest Fears

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Haitian journalist shot in wrist in latest round of protests

A journalist was wounded by gunfire in Haiti on Monday as police fired live ammunition to disperse protesters, his employer, Haitian broadcaster Radio Sans Fin (RSF) said, amid mounting anger over an escalating economic and political crisis.

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FOX NEWS: California governor signs bill allowing college athletes to hire agents, earn money from endorsements

California governor signs bill allowing college athletes to hire agents, earn money from endorsements



NFL player Benjamin Watson reacts to new California law on 'The Story.'

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FOX NEWS: Funeral service for veteran with no immediate family expected to draw crowd

Funeral service for veteran with no immediate family expected to draw crowd



A Florida funeral service for a veteran who had no immediate family members is expected to draw a crowd of complete strangers after his story was widely shared online.

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FOX NEWS: Al Franken and Matt Lauer facing new allegations

Al Franken and Matt Lauer facing new allegations



New #metoo allegations surface; Trace Gallagher has the details.

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Trump’s Claims About Biden Aren’t ‘Unsupported.’ They’re Lies.

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Jessye Norman, Grammy-winning star of opera, dies at 74

Norman was one of the rare black singers to reach fame in the opera world.

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Restive Hong Kong hunkers down as China's birthday celebrations begin

Hong Kong went into lockdown on Tuesday to ensure anti-government protests do not overshadow Chinese President Xi Jinping's commemorations of the 70th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China.

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Jet fuel from thin air: Aviation's hope or hype?

A pilot project at Rotterdam airport plans to capture CO2 from the air and turn it into jet fuel.

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Jack Charles: 'I'd rob to collect rent for stolen Aboriginal land'

He was stolen from his family, then he stole from "posh homes" - now actor Jack Charles wants closure.

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The imam who died fighting racism in South Africa

Relatives of Abdullah Haron, who died in detention 50 years ago, are still traumatised by his death.

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FOX NEWS: Mexican pirates posing greater risk in Gulf of Mexico to oil workers, tourists

Mexican pirates posing greater risk in Gulf of Mexico to oil workers, tourists



Gulf drilling platforms are becoming more and more subject to vicious attacks launched by modern-day pirates.

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FOX NEWS: California man charged in Chinese spy operation

California man charged in Chinese spy operation



John Demers, leader of the DOJ China Initiative, on the Department of Justice's fight against Chinese espionage.

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FOX NEWS: In 1981, Apple's Steve Jobs said computers would free us from drudgery

In 1981, Apple's Steve Jobs said computers would free us from drudgery



Talk about stepping back in time.

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‘Succession’ Season 2, Episode 8: Bad Rap

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‘The Affair’ Season 5, Episode 6: Generational Trauma

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On Opening Weekend, Another Horse Dies at Santa Anita

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FOX NEWS: Italian chef arrested on drug charges claimed he was 'researching new flavors,' reports say

Italian chef arrested on drug charges claimed he was 'researching new flavors,' reports say



A famous Sicilian chef claimed he was just “researching new flavors” when Italian police arrested him on suspicion of drug dealing after finding cannabis in his home, local reports said Saturday.

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FOX NEWS: Florida mother arrested after baby critically injured with severe brain bleed

Florida mother arrested after baby critically injured with severe brain bleed



A Palm Harbor mother faces felony child abuse charges after her 5-month-old baby boy ended up in critical condition with a severe brain bleed, investigators said.

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Forever 21, Which Helped Popularize Fast Fashion, to File for Bankruptcy

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4 Inmates Escape From Ohio Jail After Overpowering Guards

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FOX NEWS: Winter storm emergency declared in Montana

Winter storm emergency declared in Montana



AccuWeather meteorologist Lauren Rainson has the forecast.

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Amid gleaming skyscrapers, Hong Kong's poor set aside hardships and join protests

Just before midnight in Hong Kong's Mong Kok district, a slight man in his seventies peels away from a crowd of protesters jeering at police. Behind him, a young woman calls out, "Be safe!"

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