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A group of local journalists in Venezuela offers independent news to the public, by getting on buses and staging TV news bulletins. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2WjdLfj

Journalists are dying or being imprisoned for carrying out their work across the globe. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2LkI2cC

Warnings about the future of the country's wildlife has led young locals to learn new skills to farm sustainably. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2VI39cE

The British-American actor played the Wookiee warrior Chewbacca in the Star Wars films until 2015. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Y5hTjn

Thai film archivists have restored and released footage of King Prajadhipok's coronation in 1926. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2DKBVbo

Sean was 10 when he found a gun at home and it went off, killing his younger sister and changing his life forever. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2GRwBDC

US Congressman Steve Cohen mocks Attorney General William Barr over his refusal to appear at a hearing. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2V0Wl5K

The archaeologist who goes undercover to monitor the trade in smuggled antiquities. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Y1jsP8

One of the official pacers at the London Marathon says runners were treated "horrifically". from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2JazRNk

Mobile phone sales worldwide are declining but is our love affair with them over? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2PDPtKm

The Treasury decides to continue with copper coins and sets a plan to ensure people have access to cash. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZSVBDl

Lakeside, Trafford Centre and Metrocentre owner Intu blames retail downturn for a "challenging" 2019. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VLNk4C

The bank's boss, John Flint, says the result is "encouraging" in a climate of global economic uncertainty. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UWbO6T

Peer-to-peer micro-bonuses could soon change the dynamic in the UK’s workplaces. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UVIIVd

Former billionaire John Kapoor was found guilty of bribing doctors to prescribe addictive painkillers. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UVGe9x

Beyond Meat's stock market value hits $3.8bn as shares in the US firm start trading on Wall Street. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VFXZhh

The arts prize faced criticism for the deal with a company linked to an anti-gay rights campaigner. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2DKYIU6

Stephen Moore withdraws from Federal Reserve contention amid criticism of his views and sexist comments. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WjGwZl

Bank of England chief Mark Carney says there could be more interest rate increases than previously thought. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2UTQ0ZM

A majority of shareholders have voted against Edward Bramson's attempt to join the board. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PGfmJA

The Canadian aircraft manufacturer employs about 3,600 people in Northern Ireland. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2GWJ0HJ

The firm says it refused to accept rail franchise pensions risks with limited government protection. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2PGIekV

The bank reports flat first-quarter profits and says Brexit uncertainty could affect the economy. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2LgKLDN

The BBC's Aaron Heslehurst explains how the vacuum flask became a best-selling product. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2ZR4du3

Bank of England chief Mark Carney said there could be more interest rate increases than currently thought. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2JgDnG1

Beyond Meat, which makes vegan burgers and sausages, has had a stunning debut on New York's Nasdaq stock exchange. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Wi7nEN

How kites and drones could generate electricity to supplement conventional wind turbines. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Ltiw4G

'Oh my God, no!' Horrifying photo shows man with bizarre wound on plane This might be one of the most disturbing pictures ever taken on a plane.

Grounded Max jets could contribute to higher summer fares The grounding of Boeing 737 Max jets likely means that fare increases this summer will be larger than already expected and airlines will struggle to handle disruptions such as storms that shut down hub airports.

Alaska Airlines debuts military-themed aircraft ahead of Honor Flight to DC “We’re excited to unveil our latest military livery, symbolizing remembrance, pride and appreciation for those who protect our freedom."

Lawsuit claims Norwegian Cruise Line employee raped passenger, 11 The girl’s family has filed a lawsuit that details the sexual assault and the horrible experience that occurred afterward.

Woman claims airline employee called husband 'a killer' after learning he's a cop; American Airlines issues apology American Airlines has said it is taking action to rectify an “extremely concerning” incident partially captured on video at the Memphis International Airport.

Ryanair passengers describe 'terrifying' flight with rowdy group: 'Fights broke out at the toilets' A group of rowdy passengers partied way too hard while flying from Dublin to Malta.

Passenger claims man kissed, spit on her during evening flight One woman traveling on a Republic Airlines flight under American Airlines has claimed that one of her fellow passengers got a little too close for comfort.

Canadian theme park's newest roller coaster isn't for the faint of heart Attention adrenaline junkies: There’s a new roller coaster in Canada that’s made just for you. This week, Canada’s Wonderland themepark , located in Vaughan, Ontario , unveiled its Yukon Striker roller coaster ride. Though, this isn’t any old up-and-down coaster. Rather, it’s the tallest, fastest, and longest dive coaster in the world.

Double amputee seeks damages after scooter batteries are confiscated before flight: 'Most humiliating thing' A United Airlines passenger is pursuing a case in federal court after his scooter batteries were confiscated at the airport.

Man brings bag of moose poop to airport, says he collected it as gift for politicians The TSA may be incredibly strict about the size of everyone's shampoo bottles, but big bags of animal poo are just fine.

In the late 1950's, NASA scientist Lewis Kaplan developed a groundbreaking way to calculate temperature in the atmosphere for weather forecasting. from NASA https://go.nasa.gov/2DLB9uq

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Fox News Breaking News Alert Peter Mayhew, the actor who played Chewbacca in ‘Star Wars,’ has died, his family says 05/02/19 3:57 PM

Fox News Breaking News Alert Trump dismisses Dems' subpoena efforts, hits Biden's 'very dumb statement' in Fox News interview 05/02/19 3:46 PM

Fox News Breaking News Alert Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh resigns amid scandal over payments for children’s books 05/02/19 12:39 PM

Fox News Breaking News Alert White House says Robert Mueller team ‘failed in their duty’ with Russia report, letter reveals 05/02/19 10:14 AM

The US flight required a specially-designed drone which was able to maintain and monitor the organ. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2VDpnfN

An option to have search and location history deleted after three months will soon be offered. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2Vbk2Ni

Voters in Gateshead are being invited to trial a new e-voting system. from BBC News - Technology https://bbc.in/2ZSpDXx

A Vietnamese woman who spent more than two years in a Malaysian prison on suspicion of killing the half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un was freed on Friday, her lawyer said. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2ZUijL2

A powerful cyclone lashed coastal areas of eastern India on Friday with torrential rain and winds gusting up to 200 kilometers per hour (124 mph), but there were no early reports of casualties with a million people evacuated before it made landfall. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2POOuao

A cruise ship quarantined for a reported case of measles left the Caribbean island of St. Lucia late on Thursday after health officials provided 100 doses of vaccine to the ship, media reports said. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2WmkJQC

(This April 26 story corrects first paragraph to show that the decline is for primary deforestation, not overall deforestation; corrects decline to 37 percent, not 70 percent; corrects throughout to show that losses are for primary deforestation, not overall deforestation) from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2XLAVep

As 'Eurovision Song Contest 2019' banners go up across Tel Aviv, behind the glitz of the songfest is the latest manifestation of a bitter row between Israel and an international pro-Palestinian boycott movement. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2VdPSt2

British Prime Minister Theresa May's Conservatives and the opposition Labour Party were both punished by English voters in a local election for the deadlock over Brexit, partial results showed on Friday. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2GSVTBu

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is engaged to her longtime partner Clarke Gayford after a proposal over the Easter holidays, her spokesman said on Friday. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2Vam0O5

Sri Lanka's Catholic churches have canceled Sunday mass in the capital Colombo for a second straight week, citing foreign intelligence warnings of threats to worshippers in the wake of the deadly Easter bombings on churches and hotels. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2V8Ea2G

His bearded face was half-covered by a shawl, but Hameedullah Khan's fear and ignorance was on full display as he delivered a chilling message for anyone who tries to vaccinate his children against polio. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2WtqtrC