WORLDWIDE BREAKING NEWS: August 2018

WATCH: French and British fishermen ram boats in fight over scallops

The skirmish occurred off France's northern coast.

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WATCH: US tensions with North Korea on the rise

The Pentagon is considering restarting military exercises in the region and President Trump canceled his secretary of state's mission to North Korea.

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Coca-Cola to buy Costa coffee chain for $5.1 billion

Coca-Cola is to plug a gap in its portfolio with the acquisition of the Costa coffee brand from British firm Whitbread for 3.9 billion pounds ($5.1 billion) in cash

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US Navy seizes 1,000 smuggled rifles off war-torn Yemen

The U.S. military says it seized over 1,000 Kalashnikov assault rifles being smuggled by small ships in the Gulf of Aden amid the ongoing war in nearby Yemen

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Man invokes 'enemy of the people' in threats of violence against newspaper

A man was arrested by federal agents on suspicion of threatening newspaper.

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DOJ backs claim Harvard illegally discriminates against Asian-Americans

The DOJ has filed a statement of interest in the years-long case.

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'Dine-and-dash dater' faces 10 felonies, up to 13 years in prison if convicted

A man is facing 10 felony counts for allegedly going on dates with numerous women across Southern California before skimping out on the bill, authorities said.

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Family files lawsuit in fatal 2016 police shooting of North Carolina father of 7

The wife of a father of seven children shot to death by police in 2016 in Charlotte, North Carolina, filed a wrongful death lawsuit.

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Grandma charged after grandson's hot car death

A grandmother has been arrested for homicide by child abuse in South Carolina after her 18-month-old grandson died in a hot car in May, authorities said.

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Mom, 10-year-old daughter who vanished while camping in California just found safe

Audrey Rodrigue, 29, and Emily, 10, have been missing for days, authorities said.

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WATCH: Small leak discovered on Russian side of International Space Station, NASA says

Crew members initially slowed the pressure leak with polymer tape and are working on a more comprehensive, long-term repair.

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WATCH: Doctor who saved date with CPR on the beach goes viral

Andi Traynor performed mouth-to-mouth resuscitation on Max Montgomery, who collapsed from a heart attack but survived after making it through open-heart surgery.

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Emotional Joe Biden remembers John McCain as 'a brother'

Biden eulogized the late senator Thursday.

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Graham: 'It pisses me off to no end' when Trump criticizes McCain

Sen. Lindsey Graham said it “pisses me off to no end” when President Donald Trump says critical things about Sen. John McCain, who died Saturday.

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How major US stock indexes fared Thursday

U.S. stocks skidded late Thursday following a report that the Trump administration could put tariffs on $200 billion in Chinese goods as early as next week

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Markets Right Now: Stocks stumble on new China trade fears

Stocks are ending lower after Bloomberg News reported the Trump administration could move forward with $200 billion in tariffs on Chinese goods as early as next week.

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Can Andrew Gillum Win in Florida?

Democrats are trying to win over red and purple America with inspiration.

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Let There Be Light, in Church

Priests and other clergy members should have to report cases of suspected child sexual abuse, however they hear about them.

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Another Major Venus-Serena Showdown. In the Third Round.

Venus and Serena Williams will face each other on Friday at the U.S. Open for the 30th time in their professional careers. But the matchup comes early in the tournament.

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Critic’s Notebook: Louis C.K. Slithers Back, Whether We’re Ready or Not

When a celebrity offends, the act refracts across the culture. Now, we are grasping to figure out what punishment could address that public wound.

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The Gender Divide in Preschoolers’ Closets

I buy my daughter boys’ pants because even in an age of female fighter pilots and #MeToo, boys’ clothes are largely designed to be practical, while girls’ are designed to be pretty.

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Colin Kaepernick’s N.F.L. Collusion Case Can Continue, Arbitrator Rules

An arbitrator determined that the quarterback’s lawyers had unearthed sufficient evidence of collusion by N.F.L. owners to keep the free-agent quarterback off the field.

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2 Passengers Charged With Sexual Assault Aboard Aircraft as F.B.I. Cracks Down

Prosecutors said they need ‘the flying public’s help’ to root out sexual assaults and misconduct on airplanes, a problem that is gaining public notice.

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U.S. Open 2018 Results: Wozniacki’s Loss Gives Women’s Tournament a Jolt

Wozniacki was upset by Lesia Tsurenko after Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic reached the third round. Here’s what happened Thursday at the U.S. Open.

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Hacker of Nude Photos of Jennifer Lawrence Gets 8 Months in Prison

The man, George Garofano, gained access to about 240 iCloud accounts, including ones belonging to celebrities like Ms. Lawrence and Kate Upton.

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With Tampons and Concrete, Vandals Hit Paris Urinals Seen as Sexist

The city says the “eco-toilets” help solve a hygiene problem. Critics say they are an emblem of sexism.

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The first cyclist to 'Everest' on Everest

JJ Zhou took on a fiendish cycling challenge on the world's highest mountain.

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McCain and Biden's long friendship

The Arizona senator and the former vice-president shared a decades-long friendship.

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Why a plane is dropping trout into a lake from above

A mountain lake is being re-stocked with trout from the air by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.

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Giant Sadiq Khan bikini-clad balloon to fly over London

The 29ft giant inflatable, bought by protesters, shows the London mayor wearing a yellow bikini.

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Errant swan captured on M5

Worried motorists called the police after spotting the bird on the hard shoulder.

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Imran Khan mocked for helicopter home-to-work commute

People are unimpressed the Pakistan prime minister takes a helicopter to work despite his austerity policies.

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High suicide risk for 'men in construction'

The suicide rate among low-skilled male labourers is three times higher than the national average for men, according to figures by the ONS.

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Sharing a one-night stand with Crohn's Disease

Philip's date was going well until Crohn's Disease turned up the morning after the night before.

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Mum, how should I talk to my son about you?

When she gave birth to her son Teddy, Robyn Hollingworth wanted to share the news with her own mum

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Why were there so many serial killers in the 1980s?

One historian suggests in a new book that the ravages of World War Two might have contributed.

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'My robot makes me feel like I haven't been forgotten'

How internet-connected robots are helping combat the scourge of isolation and loneliness.

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How the Hogwarts Express was saved from a Welsh scrapyard

The real-life story of the Hogwarts Express is almost as magical as the engine itself.

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Is Teddy Bridgewater a costly insurance policy or part of Saints' future?

The Saints get a needed upgrade at backup QB, but the price tag was steep -- especially if they are unable to keep him beyond this season.

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Your guide to the final month of baseball's regular season

With some wild playoff races, wide-open MVP pictures and several players trying to make (or miss) history, September is sure to be a fun ride.

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Man United faces tough task; Liverpool could finish second

Man United must improve against Spanish clubs and Liverpool's progress is not certain as UCL draws were announced Thursday.

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Vigil held for victims of Madden tourney shooting

Hundreds attended a candlelight vigil at the Jacksonville Landing on Wednesday, three days after a gunman opened fire at a Madden NFL 19 Classic qualifier tournament, killing two and injuring 11 others.

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This is the weekend that will shape the Ryder Cup

Tiger Woods and others hoping to be on the United States and European teams at the Ryder Cup have a chance to make a lasting impression before the final spots on the team are decided.

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Matthew Berry's breakouts, sleepers and best team names in fantasy football

Key fantasy football stats, facts and draft advice in 10 mostly short lists of 10, including top fantasy football team names submitted by fans.

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Game 3 keys: Storm can clinch, but Dream-Mystics is all even

The fourth quarter has been troublesome for Seattle, but Phoenix still seeks its first win. Will Washington or Atlanta take the lead in their series?

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McGregor-Mayweather II? Here we go again

They're back. Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather are stalking each other once again on social media, just as they started doing a couple of years ago. Will a rematch happen? Jeff Wagenheim explores the options.

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Ferrari: Mercedes not used to taking punches like us

Ferrari boss Maurizio Arrivabene has called on his team to keep applying the pressure on Mercedes because the world champions are not used to taking "punches".

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Carl Bernstein: Trump attacks 'degenerate' Watergate reporter

Carl Bernstein: Trump attacks 'degenerate' Watergate reporter BBC News
CNN doesn't intend to reveal other source in bombshell Michael Cohen story as Trump rages at network Business Insider
CNN Hits Back At President Trump After He Attacks Its Reporters HuffPost
Cohen claims Trump knew in advance of 2016 Trump Tower meeting CNN
Will Trump Pardon Manafort? New York TimesFull coverage

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Is new Richmond Raceway amenity a missed opportunity?

Although the new schedule forces Richmond to host an impound race, the track's president doesn't believe its interactive fan experience will suffer from the changes.

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US, Canada make late-night push for NAFTA; no deal yet

US, Canada make late-night push for NAFTA; no deal yet Reuters
US-Canada Trade Talks Take On 'Intense Rhythm' Wall Street Journal
What Happened This Week in the World Economy and What It Means Bloomberg
'Trade not aid': farmers urge Trump to make a deal amid Nafta uncertainty The GuardianFull coverage

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FBI: Man threatened to shoot Boston Globe staff, calling them the 'enemy of the people'

FBI: Man threatened to shoot Boston Globe staff, calling them the 'enemy of the people' Washington Post
Man charged with making death threats over Trump editorials Fox News
'Enemy Of The People': Man Echoing Trump's Words Charged With Threatening Newspaper NPR
Encino man charged with threatening to shoot Boston Globe employees Los Angeles TimesFull coverage

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OnPolitics Today: Trump to federal workers: No raise for you

OnPolitics Today: Trump to federal workers: No raise for you USA TODAY
Trump threatens to pull US out of World Trade Organization BBC News
Trump: US will quit World Trade Organization unless it 'shapes up' The Guardian
FirstFT: Today's top stories Financial TimesFull coverage

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Homeless man and woman he helped are court over GoFundMe account

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In-N-Out Burger donates $25000 to Republican Party, prompting Democrats to demand boycott

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Trump administration to end US funding to UN program for Palestinian refugees

Trump administration to end US funding to UN program for Palestinian refugees Washington Post
The Guardian view on Trump's Palestinian policy: setting fire to the ground The GuardianFull coverage

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Neo-Confederates Rally At Site Of Toppled UNC Monument

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Yankees reportedly working to acquire Andrew McCutchen from Giants in trade

Yankees reportedly working to acquire Andrew McCutchen from Giants in trade CBSSports.com
Report: Yankees to acquire former MVP Andrew McCutchen from Giants USA TODAY
Yankees trade for Andrew McCutchen | What it means NJ.comFull coverage

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Two men charged with in-flight sex crimes as FBI ramps up response

Two men charged with in-flight sex crimes as FBI ramps up response The Guardian
Two men charged with sexual assault aboard planes headed to Sea-Tac; authorities urge victims to come forward The Seattle TimesFull coverage

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Here's the Conversation We Really Need to Have About Bias at Google

Here's the Conversation We Really Need to Have About Bias at Google New York Times
Trump says Google, Facebook, Amazon may be 'antitrust situation' The Boston Globe
Trump is said to be firing up conservatives with his claims of bias in big tech, and he's not about to back down Business Insider
Google's Larry Page asked to join Dorsey, Sandberg for Senate hearing CNETFull coverage

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Rockets trade Ryan Anderson, De'Anthony Melton to Suns, sources say

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Florida Police Say a Deadly Shooting Involving an Uber Driver Is a 'Classic Stand Your Ground Case'

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Australian filmmaker James Ricketson found guilty of espionage in Cambodia

Australian filmmaker James Ricketson found guilty of espionage in Cambodia CNN
Cambodian Court Convicts Australian Filmmaker of Spying Wall Street JournalFull coverage

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Bobi Wine: Uganda's pop star MP 're-arrested at airport'

Bobi Wine: Uganda's pop star MP 're-arrested at airport' BBC News
Uganda pop-star politician Bobi Wine arrested at airport Deutsche WelleFull coverage

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Reality Check: What are the tariffs on trade with Africa?

UK Prime Minister Theresa May is setting out a plan for future trade and investment relationships with African countries.

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Age: 43. Hobby: Lego. Rise of the middle-aged toy fans

From Lego to model railways, the popularity and spending on toys and games is rising among adults.

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'Rewards don't improve school attendance'

Harvard researchers find that rewards for good attendance do not reduce absenteeism.

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Is this African teenager a future coding superstar?

Nigerian schoolgirl Tomisin Ogunnubi is impressing tech companies with her coding ambitions.

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Three released from jail in New Mexico compound case

Three people were released from jail in Taos, New Mexico, on Wednesday after a judge dismissed charges of child abuse at their desert compound where a toddler's body was found, a defense lawyer said.

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Thousands of teachers in Washington state strike over salaries

Nearly 80,000 students in Washington state were unable to attend the first day of school this week as thousands of teachers went on strike seeking higher salaries, teacher's unions said.

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U.S. army sergeant in Hawaii admits supporting Islamic State

A U.S. Army sergeant stationed in Hawaii will serve 25 years in prison after admitting he attempted to provide material support to the Islamic State militant group, federal prosecutors said.

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Cuomo, Nixon argue over who is bigger Trump critic at NY gubernatorial debate

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and challenger Cynthia Nixon argued over who was the stauncher opponent of U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday in their only debate as they battle for the state's Democratic gubernatorial nomination next month.

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Former Texas policeman jailed for 15 years for black teen's murder

A white former Texas policeman was jailed on Wednesday for 15 years over the deadly shooting of an unarmed black teenager in a Dallas suburb last year that fueled a national debate over possible racial bias in U.S. policing.

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