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France puts 78,000 security threats on vast police database France has flagged more than 78,000 people as security threats in a database intended to let European police share information on the continent's most dangerous residents — more than all other European countries put together — according to an analysis by The Associated Press.

New Zealand recalls 50,000 cars with faulty Takata air bags New Zealand has issued a compulsory recall for 50,000 cars with faulty Takata air bags after saying a voluntary recall wasn't making enough progress.

Leaders of Russia, Iran and Turkey to meet on Syria The leaders of Russia, Iran and Turkey are meeting in the Turkish capital for talks on Syria's future.

Italy opens political talks on forming new government Italian President Sergio Mattarella is opening formal consultations to see if any party or coalition can muster support to form a government after the country's inconclusive March 4 elections.

Sri Lanka debates no-faith motion against prime minister Sri Lanka's Parliament is debating a no-faith motion against Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, a move that threatens the country's unity government elected on a platform of good governance.

Iraq grapples with Iranian influence ahead of May elections Iran's influence is looming large as Iraqis prepare to head to the polls for parliamentary elections in May, with many in the country worried that Tehran may be looking to strengthen its political grip on Baghdad through the ballot box.

Israel's African migrants in limbo after Netanyahu reversal Halofom Sultan went from being jailed in his native Eritrea for opposing the oppressive government to detention in Israel, where he is seeking asylum after fleeing for his life.

Oil spill fire chokes Indonesian port city; 4 dead An official says waters off an Indonesian port city reek like a gas station after an oil spill and fire that killed four people.

Prince Charles lands in Australia for Commonwealth Games Prince Charles and his wife Camilla have landed under a gray sky that threatened rain in Brisbane city on the heir to the British throne's 16th visit to Australia.

Step into the future of aviation and space exploration with NASA at the USA Science and Engineering Festival on Saturday, April 7, and Sunday, April 8, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington. April 03, 2018 from NASA https://ift.tt/2GLKmpB

NASA has taken another step toward re-introducing supersonic flight with the award Tuesday of a contract for the design, building and testing of a supersonic aircraft that reduces a sonic boom to a gentle thump. April 03, 2018 from NASA https://ift.tt/2Gu3uZH

'Nightmare bacteria' cases seen in 27 states, CDC reports More than 220 cases of a breed of “nightmare bacteria” with new or rare antibiotic-resistant genes, have been found in 27 states, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a report released Tuesday.

FDA orders recall of salmonella-tainted kratom products nationwide Various brands of kratom supplements have been linked to nearly 90 cases of salmonella across 35 states.

Fake weed in Illinois leaves 2 dead, dozens with 'severe bleeding' Emergency rooms in Illinois are noticing a recent spike in synthetic pot users who are suffering from "severe bleeding" and state health officials are warning the public to remain vigilant.

Big brother gets haircut to mimic sister's 10-inch brain surgery scar Alana, who is getting set to undergo chemotherapy and radiation, said Ethan’s thoughtful gesture was typical of his kind-hearted personality.

One-armed teen baseball catcher inspires millions, including professional athletes Luke Terry, a high schooler, inspires others including professional athletes by playing baseball with one arm.

Woman appeals to hockey fans for kidney donation Thirty year-old Kelly Sowatsky brings neon poster with plea for a kindey donor to Pittsburgh Penguins game.

Watch: 9-yr-old boy lights LED bulb with his bare hands 9-year-old Abu Thahir from Kerala, India is suddenly in the spotlight after his family discovered he can light up a LED bulb just by touching it.

Video shows 9-year-old boy lighting LED bulb with his bare hands A 9-year-old from Kerala, India, is suddenly in the spotlight after his family discovered he can light up a LED bulb just by touching it.

Family reveals son, 2, miraculously woke up from coma day after being taken off life support Little Dylan, 4, is now the poster child of for CLIC Sargent, a charity that helps families with children who have cancer.

4 Marines feared dead in helicopter crash near US-Mexico border A U.S. Marine corps helicopter crashed Tuesday afternoon approximately 25 miles north of the U.S.-Mexico border, near Plaster City, Calif., the Desert Review reported. According to the report, there were multiple casualties.

Two women face murder charges after drug-deal robbery attempt, authorities say Two women have been charged with capital murder in connection with an attempted drug-deal robbery in Texas, authorities said.

'24-hour overnight challenge' viral trend has teens, twentysomethings camping out in bizarre places On the cusp of the “condom snorting challenge” and "Tide pod challenge" comes another viral trend that’s taking over the Internet – albeit, not as disgusting or dangerous, but just as perplexing.

Resilience, resolve and renewed commitment to MLK's legacy Half a century ago, the enthusiastic crowd eager to hear from the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. roused him from his bed at the Lorraine Motel across town in a thunderstorm to Memphis' Mason Temple Church of God in Christ.

'Upskirt' photos included shots of convicted man's co-workers, prosecutors say A former Colorado Department of Education worker was found guilty Tuesday of sexual assault and taking photos up the skirts of hundreds of unsuspecting women, including female co-workers.

AP was there: Journalists recall covering MLK assassination Nancy Shipley recalls working in AP's office in Nashville, Tennessee, when the call came 50 years ago: Martin Luther King Jr. had been shot.

Trump mulls quick US pullout from Syria while advisers balk President Donald Trump expects to decide very quickly whether to remove U.S. troops from war-torn Syria, saying their primary mission of defeating the Islamic State group is almost completed.

Trump wants US military to secure border until wall is built President Donald Trump wants to use the military to secure the U.S.-Mexico border until his "big, beautiful wall" is erected.

'Roseanne' not as pro-Trump as reported, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar says The revival of the television sitcom "Roseanne" has been lauded for providing a conservative viewpoint and gained an informal endorsement from President Donald Trump. But a recent essay by former NBA star Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in the Hollywood Reporter argues that the show is a satire, similar to "All in the Family" or "The Colbert Report."

More California cities vote to fight state's sanctuary laws Escondido City votes Wednesday to challenge state law; San Diego County to hold closed-door session.

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'Roseanne' tackles PC parenting in latest episode of revival A new generation had to learn that Roseanne Conner neither subscribes to PC culture nor is one to trifle with in the follow-up to last week's highly successful premiere of the “Roseanne” reboot.

'Austin Powers' actor Verne Troyer (Mini Me) reportedly hospitalized Verne Troyer, the diminutive actor known for playing Mini Me in the “Austin Powers” comedy films, has been hospitalized, according to reports.

Man who threw banana peel at Dave Chappelle is now suing the comedian A man who threw a banana peel at Dave Chappelle during a 2015 performance in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is suing the comedian and a man presumed to be his bodyguard.

Creators of 'Stranger Things' are being sued Top Talkers: Filmmaker Charlie Kessler claims the Duffer Brothers ripped off his idea.

Bella Hadid responds to Instagram critic who slammed her in comments section The 21-year-old model responded to a critic on the social media platform this week who called her and Kendall Jenner “2 fake b------,” ELLE reported.

Kathy Griffin unloads on Billy Bush and Anderson Cooper in new interview Kathy Griffin is hoping to parlay her recent negative press into a career revival on her new tour. As a result, she’s not been shy about discussing the turmoil she’s undergone from fellow celebrities in the public eye such as Billy Bush and Anderson Cooper.

Channing Tatum, Jenna Dewan split prompts look at their relationship timeline Channing Tatum and his wife Jenna Dewan Tatum stunned fans this week, when they announced their decision to split up.

Bill Cosby sexual assault retrial: What's happened so far Embattled comedian Bill Cosby is scheduled to be retried on charges that he drugged and molested a woman in 2004.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s royal wedding: Everything you need to know Prince Harry will marry Meghan Markle on May 19, 2018. From the guest list to the wedding dress, here’s everything you need to know about this year’s biggest royal wedding.

'Star Trek' star reveals Quentin Tarantino is one of three people developing script for movie No. 4 After three “Star Trek” movies, the cast of the 2009 revival of the movie franchise is still ready to return for a fourth. However, one of the core cast members has updated fans on the status of the film and revealed that it's looking at two familiar writers, and one very unfamiliar writer, to pen the script.

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