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Tennessee executes man convicted of killing wife in 1984 A Tennessee inmate who made headlines by requesting that his last meal be donated to the homeless was executed Thursday for the 1984 murder of his wife.

Taco Bell to open hotel for a limited time Taco Bell opening pop-up resort in Palm Springs; Fox Biz Flash: 5/16.

Aer Lingus is allowing people to book empty middle seat, reserve overhead bin space Aer Lingus passengers won’t have to war over the middle seat armrest starting this fall.

Calling all 'Spice Girls' fans: The original Spice Bus from 'Spice World' is available to rent on Airbnb If you want to stay on this bus, then you’ve got to get with Airbnb.

Southwest Airlines CEO admits he's unsure when Boeing Max aircraft will be returned to service: 'I’m hopeful it will be this summer' There was reportedly an elephant the size of a 737" in the room at the annual company shareholders meeting.

2 Royal Caribbean passengers die of natural causes on same voyage, cruise line confirms "We extend our most sincere condolences to the families," the cruise line said in a statement.

Taco Bell is opening a taco-themed hotel and resort Taco Bell is opening a resort hotel. Yes, this is really happening.

The one thing you won't find too much of at Disney World It turns out, virtual reality isn’t magical enough for the most magical place on Earth.

Dollywood unveils $37 million theme park expansion If the 9-to-5 grind has got you down, there’s a perfectly good excuse to escape.

'Sticky situation': Memphis airport, TSA post warnings about packing barbecue sauce in carry-on bags If you don’t want to get grilled by the TSA, leave your barbecue sauce at home.

Japanese city ordinance stops tourists, residents from eating while walking It all comes down to a new, official policy that asks tourists and residents to refrain from eating while walking around the city, in effect since April 1.

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Deliveroo says it is looking forward to working with "customer obsessed" Amazon. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2HoWNXL

The firm has borrowed money from its backers as it seeks a "permanent solution" to its financial woes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Q67ukM

The firm will seek certification from the US regulator which grounded the jet after two crashes. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2WJ87TM

Transport Focus says tickets need to be easier to buy and recommends firms install onboard wi-fi. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2YyKKN7

Facebook blocked an Israeli firm it said was behind fake accounts mostly targeting elections in Africa. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EdHCyt

Employers should be responsible from protecting staff from harassment, says the TUC. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2EcUFAo

The lender issues new shares to bolster its finances, in an attempt to ease fears over its future. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2w1E6mi

The sandwich chain is reported to be in talks to buy rival Eat to turn its 94 stores into vegetarian outlets. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Yy7lcF

The European Commission fines five banks a total of €1.07bn for forming cartels to rig currency trading. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2w2dthi

Lilium says the craft, which had its first test flight this month, could travel 300km in an hour. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2LOTgX5

Passengers arriving in the UK will no longer have to fill in landing cards from Monday. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Yz2U1c

Professionals are finding holes in the system and turning into entrepreneurs to fill gaps in the market. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2VFril0

In Sicily, police are moving to stop criminals stealing the island's pistachios ahead of this year's harvest. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2LH5d0D

Experts explain why wine can be priced at thousands of pounds, how it tastes, and who buys it. from BBC News - Business https://bbc.in/2Hy9luP

Council of Europe to discuss Russia's voting rights The Council of Europe has gathered for a ministerial meeting that could restore Russia's voting rights in the continent's main human rights watchdog.

EU citizens in UK have their say on Brexit in European vote Hedwig Hegtermans has lived in Britain for two decades, but she didn't have a vote when the country decided in 2016 to leave the European Union.

South Korean, 3 Filipinos freed after captivity in Libya Seoul and Abu Dhabi say that one South Korean and three Filipinos have been released following months of captivity in Libya.

Iran's regional proxies ensure it will never fight alone In the event of war with the United States, Iran "will not be alone."

Taiwan approves same-sex marriage in first for Asia Taiwan's legislature has passed a law allowing same-sex marriage in a first for Asia.

Officials: Airstrike kills 17 policemen in south Afghanistan Afghan officials say an airstrike killed 17 policemen by mistake during a battle with the Taliban just outside the provincial capital of Lashkar Gah in the country's southern Helmand province.

Chinese authorities say 17 people trapped in flooded mine Chinese authorities say 17 people have been trapped in a flooded iron mine in the country's northeast.

Indian climber dead, Irishman missing in Nepal mountains An expedition organizer says an Indian climber has died while descending from the summit of Mount Makalu while an Irishman fell on Mount Everest and is missing.

Small plane crashes near Dubai's busy airport, killing 4 Dubai says a small plane has crashed near the busy Dubai International Airport, killing at least two people.

Decades after failed invasion, Cuba still eyes Venezuela For all the heated talk coming from Washington about President Nicolás Maduro being a Cuban puppet, there was a time when Cuban troops really did try to take control of Venezuela — or at least a remote coconut-strewn tropical beach.

The top enforcer of a brutal war on drugs in the Philippines on Friday dared prosecutors to go after him for the deaths of thousands of people, after activists warned that his election to the Senate could insulate him from legal action. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/30pqBen

The irregular galaxy NGC 4485 shows all the signs of having been involved in a hit-and-run accident with a bypassing galaxy. Rather than destroying the galaxy, the chance encounter is spawning a new generation of stars, and presumably planets. from NASA https://go.nasa.gov/2JKUjES

Fox News Breaking News Alert Fox News Poll: Joe Biden holds double-digit lead over Bernie Sanders among Democratic primary voters 05/16/19 3:00 PM

Fox News Breaking News Alert New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announces he will run for the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination, joining a crowded fiel 05/16/19 3:26 AM

Family stages skydiving gender reveal This North Carolina man is diving headfirst into fatherhood.

Bra-inspired bikinis slated to be hot summer swim trend Get ready to rock lingerie all day — at the beach.

Constance Wu's Marchesa dress from 'Crazy Rich Asians' donated to the Smithsonian From cinematic history to fashion history, “Crazy Rich Asians” continues to make waves in pop culture.

Steve Mnuchin's dad pays record $91M for stainless-steel 'Rabbit' sculpture by Jeff Koons A three-foot stainless-steel rabbit holding a carrot reportedly sold at a record $91.07 million at Christie’s Auction House in New York on Wednesday.