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The queen once found a slug in her salad and sent the chef a brutal note

The queen once found a slug in her salad and sent the chef a brutal note Not exactly escargot.

Lights, camera, factions: Stars at Chinese-language 'Oscars' split over Taiwan

The Chinese-speaking world's version of the Oscars, the Golden Horse Awards, has created a sharp political divide between film stars and directors as the annual event becomes a lightning rod for questions about Taiwanese independence. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2Bho9fk

Man finds engagement ring in rubble after California Camp Fire destroys home

Man finds engagement ring in rubble after California Camp Fire destroys home This is one special ring.

NC church barbecue cited as link to outbreak that sickened 300

NC church barbecue cited as link to outbreak that sickened 300 A food-borne illness outbreak that hit 300 people at a popular North Carolina church barbecue was caused by a type of bacteria that commonly develops when foods are prepared in large quantities and kept warm for a long time before serving.

Sharon Tate’s wedding dress sold for $56G at auction

Sharon Tate’s wedding dress sold for $56G at auction The ivory silk moiré mini wedding dress a doomed Sharon Tate wore at her London nuptials sold Saturday.

Biden family adopts new pup named Major, Delaware Humane Association says

Biden family adopts new pup named Major, Delaware Humane Association says The Biden’s have welcomed a furry new addition to their family, an adopted pup named Major, an animal organization said.

School in England bans designer Canada Goose and Moncler jackets to keep poorer students from feeling bullied

School in England bans designer Canada Goose and Moncler jackets to keep poorer students from feeling bullied Woodchurch High School sent a letter to parents to say that the ban is part of a "poverty proofing" scheme.

Basketball coach's sign language pep talk goes viral

Basketball coach's sign language pep talk goes viral "We can do anything in this life but it requires extra hard work!"

Draft Brexit deal is better than no deal: German minister

There will be no new negotiations on Britain's departure from the European Union and the draft Brexit deal is better than a no-deal outcome, Germany's European Affairs Minister Michael Roth said on Monday. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2Bhmw1c

Rouhani says Iran to continue oil exports and resist U.S. economic war

U.S. sanctions on Iran are part of a psychological war launched by Washington against Tehran that will fail, Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said on Monday, adding that the Islamic republic will continue to export its crude. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2QSugMp

UK PM May seeks business support for EU deal as she faces day of reckoning

British Prime Minister Theresa May will seek to win support from business leaders for her contentious draft European Union divorce deal on Monday as dissenters in her own party scrambled to trigger a leadership challenge. from Reuters: World News https://ift.tt/2Kf02AT

The Whitey Bulger Murder Mystery: Two Assailants and a Prison Full of Suspects

By DANIELLE IVORY and SERGE F. KOVALESKI from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2FuG8mK

‘Somewhere Along Fifth Avenue, I Began to Feel My Shoes Rubbing Against My Feet’

By Unknown Author from NYT New York https://ift.tt/2DwUWhR

Libraries, Gardens, Museums. Oh, and a Clothing Store.

By VANESSA FRIEDMAN from NYT Fashion https://ift.tt/2S3g8Aq

Blockchain Could Work for Luxury, Too

By ELIZABETH PATON from NYT Fashion https://ift.tt/2zZr76c

Shandong Ruyi and Fosun Vie for a Spot in Luxury’s Inner Circle

By ALEXANDRA STEVENSON from NYT Fashion https://ift.tt/2Bgubgk

In Luxury, What’s Next?

By Unknown Author from NYT Fashion https://ift.tt/2OLCNix

In Luxury’s Future, It’s Personalized Everything

By EMILY STEEL from NYT Fashion https://ift.tt/2QOJmCx

In the Luxury Universe, Jobs Are Changing

By ASTRID WENDLANDT from NYT Fashion https://ift.tt/2Tpuj3V

They’re Luring You In

By Unknown Author from NYT Fashion https://ift.tt/2OTnaWa

Collaborations Make Inroads in the Luxury Market

By OSMAN AHMED from NYT Fashion https://ift.tt/2QOGzJI

Know Your Chinese Social Media

By YUAN REN from NYT Fashion https://ift.tt/2zZPJMi

The Great Promise of China

By ELIZABETH PATON from NYT Fashion https://ift.tt/2Fuz1e2

Luxury Brands See Opportunity in ‘Made in Asia’

By ELIZABETH PATON from NYT Fashion https://ift.tt/2TmQBmW

Michael Evans of Alibaba on Singles Day and Olympic Rowing

By DAVID GELLES from NYT Business https://ift.tt/2FtHzBL

What’s on TV Monday: ‘The Little Drummer Girl’ and ‘The Last Kingdom’

By SARA ARIDI from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/2TmQtnv

Brexit, Camp Fire, Disney: Your Monday Briefing

By MATTHEW SEDACCA from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/2A5bdaH

LeBron James Scores 51 Against Heat as Lakers Win

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2TnvBwx

Knicks Lose Fifth in a Row, Falling to the Magic

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2PzTLpn

Trump ridiculed for 'America First' agenda

Trump ridiculed for 'America First' agenda Fox Business' Stuart Varney joins 'The Next Revolution' to discuss French President Macron's criticism of Trump.

UK slammed for not granting asylum to Pakistani Christian Asia Bibi over security fears

UK slammed for not granting asylum to Pakistani Christian Asia Bibi over security fears After eight years languishing on death row on what most western leaders contend were unfounded blasphemy charges, newly acquitted Pakistani Christian Asia Bibi remains in hiding from Islamic extremists after the U.K. denied her political asylum.

North Carolina teacher killed by Mexican drug dealer, official says

North Carolina teacher killed by Mexican drug dealer, official says A North Carolina teacher who disappeared last month during a vacation to Mexico was killed by a drug dealer, state officials confirmed.

Tijuana protesters chant 'Out!' at migrants camped in city

Tijuana protesters chant 'Out!' at migrants camped in city Hundreds of Tijuana residents congregated around a monument in an affluent section of the city south of California on Sunday to protest the thousands of Central American migrants who have arrived via caravan in hopes of a new life in the U.S. Tensions have built as nearly 3,000 migrants from the caravan poured into Tijuana in recent days after more than a month on the road, and with many more months ahead of them while they seek asylum.

Pope decries that 'wealthy few' feast on what belongs to all

Pope decries that 'wealthy few' feast on what belongs to all Championing the cause of the poor, Pope Francis on Sunday lamented that "the wealthy few" enjoy what, "in justice, belongs to all" and said Christians cannot remain indifferent to the growing cries of the exploited and the indigent, including migrants.

Sri Lankan leaders' crucial talks fail to solve crisis

Sri Lankan leaders' crucial talks fail to solve crisis A crucial meeting among Sri Lanka's political party leaders on Sunday failed to reach a breakthrough to resolve the political turmoil that has engulfed the island nation for several weeks, opposition lawmakers say.

Migrant caravan faces opposition from angry Tijuana residents

Migrant caravan faces opposition from angry Tijuana residents In blunt contrast to the warm reception, thousands of migrants received as they made the arduous journey through Central America to Mexico – receiving food donations and well wishes from locals – the nearly 3000 who reached the Mexican border with California in recent days have been with marked hostility.