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Critics have said the letter denouncing the era's changes is "catastrophically irresponsible". from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Z0wMF3

Gregory Craig is accused of lying about lobbying efforts in Ukraine linked to Paul Manafort. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2G64W1x

Rugby Australia says it intends to terminate Israel Folau's contract following a social media post by the full-back in which he said "hell awaits" gay people. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Uulbzl

Family, friends, fans and community members said goodbye to Nipsey Hussle in Los Angeles with a memorial procession through the city. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2UQek2u

Police in Oregon were called after moving shadows were seen behind a locked bathroom door. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Z1V7dH

A city with impressive recycling credentials has a unique waste system involving seven coloured bags. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2P3sUOV

Hywel Griffith explains what's at stake for the main parties in the country's first election for almost three years. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2UbI8lJ

The BBC's Quentin Sommerville on conditions inside al-Hol camp in Syria. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2P4WMdB

Eha Soleha is one of the many women running for election in Indonesia. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Kui4mv

Elon Musk's Falcon Heavy launched a satellite into orbit for a Saudi Arabian company. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2uZvn3F

Switzerland wants to end its practice of stockpiling coffee by the end of 2022. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VEuadI

A Bavarian couple argues that nearby cowbells keep them awake - but a court defends the farmer. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VxHhNT

Al-Hol is a Syrian camp that has grown to 70,000 people - inside are the women and children of the jihadist group Islamic State (IS). from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Gjn8pO

A woman who says she was raped in a train station lift has stirred a debate on sexual consent in Italy. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Z9gKIK

Sudan's coup saw the overthrow of an unpopular president but those close to him want to stay in power. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2UcJrRB

The case has a parallel from American colonial times, writes university law professor Jonathan Turley. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Kukp0R

Many more firms are monitoring and analysing employee communications and behaviour. Does it work? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X5Zans

The short and long story on what might happen before the next Brexit deadline. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Z0PUCV

Trivago pitchman found passed out behind wheel of car, charged with DWI, police say The “Trivago guy,” best known for appearing in television commercials to help travelers find their “ideal hotel for the best price,” was arrested Wednesday in Houston for allegedly driving while intoxicated, authorities said.

NYC weatherman Chris Cimino drops F-bomb on live TV An NBC-New York weatherman dropped an F-bomb on live TV Thursday morning.

Amber Heard asks judge to dismiss Johnny Depp's $50M defamation lawsuit Actress Amber Heard asked a judge Thursday to dismiss a $50 million defamation lawsuit her ex-husband Johnny Depp filed over an op-ed about domestic violence she wrote in The Washington Post.

Charlie Sheen recalls 2011 spiral, talks sobriety journey, and more revealing moments from new interview The actor is celebrating one year and four months of sobriety.

Lawyer Avenatti made 254 TV appearances in year leading up to legal troubles, research shows Attorney Michael Avenatti made a name for himself with his heavy presence on cable news, but a new study shows exactly how heavy that presence was in the year leading up to his current legal troubles.

‘Counting On’ stars Joseph and Kendra Duggar expecting second baby "Counting On" stars Joseph Duggar and his wife Kendra are expecting their second baby.

Chicago files civil complaint against Jussie Smollett for investigation costs The city of Chicago sued actor Jussie Smollett on Thursday for the cost of investigating his controversial case, as promised, one week after the "Empire" actor refused to reimburse the city. 

‘Sister, Sister’s’ Jackée Harry claims Eartha Kitt slapped her over alleged affair with late icon’s boyfriend Jackée Harry is opening up about an alleged altercation with Eartha Kitt over the late singer’s boyfriend.

Ariel Winter reveals weight loss was due to switching anti-depressants The "Modern Family" actress addressed concerns on social media.

Julian Assange's arrest draws fierce reactions on 'The View' When "The View" addressed WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's arrest in London on Thursday, co-hosts Meghan McCain and Sunny Hostin didn't hold back their feelings, arguing over whether or not Assange is protected by the First Amendment. 

Exasperated Ecuador ends asylum for world's worst houseguest Did Western media and government hypocrisy bring about Julian Assange's arrest, or was it his bad manners?

Australia opposes death penalty as Assange supporters march Australia says it will oppose the death penalty for Julian Assange if he's extradited to the United States, as protesters in Sydney called for his release and Australia's journalists' union voiced support for him.

Bombing at open-air market in southwest Pakistan kills 7 Pakistani police say a powerful bomb has exploded at an open-air market in the southwestern city of Quetta, killing at least seven people and wounding 20 others.

Taliban announce launch of spring offensive amid peace talks The Taliban have announced the start of their spring offensive even as they talk peace with the United States and prepare for a significant gathering to find an end to the protracted war and an eventual withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan.

Dalai Lama says he feels almost normal as he leaves hospital The Dalai Lama says he feels "normal, almost normal" after leaving a New Delhi hospital where he was treated for a chest infection.

Mark Steyn: Assange indictment 'extremely weak,' Americans should be disturbed Conservative commentator Mark Steyn on Thursday said the indictment against Wikileaks founder Julian Assange is “extremely weak” and blasted the intelligence community on “Tucker Carlson Tonight.”

Ecuador arrests Swedish software developer allegedly tied to WikiLeaks after Assange arrest, official says A Swedish software developer with close ties to WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was arrested Thursday in connection with a group accused of attempting to blackmail Ecuador's President Lenin Moreno, The Associated Press reported.

Mexico frees 6 water rights activists after years in prison The Mexican government has freed six activists who fought to protect their community's water supply, acknowledging that their rights were "seriously violated" during more than a dozen years in jail.

S. Korean babies born Dec. 31 become 2-year-olds next day Every baby born in South Korea last year was considered to be 2 on Jan. 1.

Assange not heroic, if you ask 'The Five' The co-hosts of “The Five” tackled the Julian Assange saga on Thursday's installment of their program, addressing a wide range of topics: the WikiLeaks founder’s appearance, the charges he now faces, and whether he should be regarded as a hero or a villain.

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It comes after the struggling Indian airline grounded 10 more planes over unpaid fees to leasing firms. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2KqEZiq

Last year saw a fall in the number of people who bought groceries online, say analysts Mintel. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DbEDWT

The US ride-sharing app files its plan to float, showing losses have narrowed but expenses will rise. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UOgJdZ

For companies that have been preparing for a sudden exit, Thursday's extension was no more than a temporary reprieve. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VAiWHm

The TUC says one in 13 ethnic minority workers is either on zero-hours or a temporary work contract. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DakCQC

The IMF's Christine Lagarde says prolonged uncertainty will have a "negative impact" on the UK economy. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Ioh4NU

Members of the bank's pension scheme are campaigning against cuts to their retirement payout. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GgxfLQ

Alistair Carmichael wants to change the law to "oblige" all UK businesses to accept Scottish banknotes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DaB0Az

Rupert Murdoch's Times and the Sunday Times should be allowed to pool resources, the government rules. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VKGDMU

Staff at Amazon, Apple and Google listen to customer voice recordings. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2X3Mxt2

Regulator Ofgem is to introduce more stringent tests for new entrants following a string of collapses. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Z3T60t

The Financial Reporting Council will scrutinise three years of audits of Interserve by Grant Thornton. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Z4DjOY

A city with impressive recycling credentials has a unique waste system involving seven coloured bags. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2P3sUOV

The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how Tetris became a million dollar idea. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2IsNpDk

David Malpass, the World Bank's new president, pledges to evolve its relationship with China. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2G9J4lA

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When Wawan Setiawan, a volunteer for Indonesian President Joko Widodo's re-election campaign, goes door-to-door in this conservative part of Java, his opening line is: "If you hear he is anti-Islam or a communist, remember, it's all lies." from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2UuqBKJ

The Taliban launched their annual spring offensive on Friday, calling on Afghan soldiers and police to abandon the government in a statement that points to further violence before peace negotiations with Washington bear any fruit. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2UPKHyj

A bomb hidden among bags of potatoes at a Pakistani market killed at least 16 people, half of them ethnic Hazaras, officials said, in an attack apparently aimed at minority Shi'ite Muslims. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2X2dcX2