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• Legally Blonde: Reese Witherspoon, Selma Blair, Jennifer Coolidge and more to reunite for first time in 20 years

  19-10-2020 23:59
  
  ‘We laughed, we cried and we may or may not have done the bend and snap for old times’ sake,’ says Witherspoon
  
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• Theresa May scorns Michael Gove’s post-Brexit security claims in Commons clash

  19-10-2020 23:58
  
  Former PM appears to deride colleague’s response as ‘utter rubbish’, as he taunts her with: ‘No deal is better than a bad deal’
  
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• Ravens hope to address flaws, get healthy during early bye

  19-10-2020 23:56
  
  The NFL's fluctuating schedule has provided the Baltimore Ravens an early, well-timed bye that will enable the team to work out a few kinks and get healthier before its first-place showdown with Pittsburgh on Nov. 1.Baltimore was originally slated to host the Steelers this Sunday, but all that changed after Tennessee's matchup with Pittsburgh was postponed from Oct. 4 following several positive tests for COVID-19 among the Titans.Thus, the Ravens had their bye pushed up a week to Sunday, the sam
  
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• Mexico City warns of tighter COVID-19 restrictions

  19-10-2020 23:56
  
  Mexico City's mayor on Monday warned tighter coronavirus curbs could come into effect later in the week as COVID-19 hospitalizations in the sprawling capital rose."We still have time to take preventative measures to keep (hospitalizations) from increasing in the coming weeks," Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum told reporters, noting that hospital beds for coronavirus patients are just under half-full.Hospitalizations have ticked up for nearly 10 days, and officials are monitoring the trend this week to de
  
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• Paris St Germain v Manchester United match preview

  19-10-2020 23:54
  
  Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's Manchester United side face the daunting task of Champions League finalists Paris St Germain in their first match in the competition this season.
  
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• Pac-12 establishes cancellation, tiebreaker procedures

  19-10-2020 23:54
  
  The Pac-12 has established cancellation and tiebreaker policies for its virus-truncated football season.The conference announced Monday that a minimum threshold of at least 53 scholarship players — with various position minimums — must be available for any team to participate in a game.The Pac-12's seven-game, conference-only season is scheduled to begin Nov. 7 and the conference is taking potential cancellations into account in its tiebreaker policies.
  
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• A Tuesday deadline for pandemic relief deal but prospects dim

  19-10-2020 23:54
  
  House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin spoke by phone Monday afternoon to try to reach a compromise on a coronavirus relief deal, after Pelosi - for the first time - set a Tuesday deadline if additional aid is to be approved before Election Day.Pressed on ABC's "This Week" Sunday, Pelosi put the ball in the administration’s court, telling ABC News Chief Anchor George Stephanopoulos, "We don't have agreement in the language yet, but I'm hopeful,” referring to
  
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• ‘You’re a criminal for not reporting it’: Trump targets media while continuing to push unverified Hunter Biden story

  19-10-2020 23:53
  
  President lashes out over controversial New York Post report
  
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• Herman says no mandate for Texas players over school song

  19-10-2020 23:51
  
  Texas coach Tom Herman said Monday there is no mandate that his players stay on the field for the post-game singing of the school song, an issue that has erupted into controversy among Longhorns fans.Herman was forced to answer more questions about the song after athletic director Chris Del Conte last week called it an expectation that players stay together on the field for “The Eyes of Texas.”“Nobody, from Chris Del Conte to myself to any other coaches, have mandated our playe
  
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• UK government extends price cap on energy bills to end of 2021

  19-10-2020 23:43
  
  The British government said on Monday it has extended its price cap on the most common form of gas and electricity tariffs for millions of UK households until the end of next year.The government said the move has so far saved customers around 1 billion pounds ($1.3 billion) a year, equivalent to around 75-100 pounds a year for typical households on default energy tariffs.Under the extension, a total of around 11 million households across Britain will be protected fr
  
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• Trump sexual assault allegations: How many women have accused the president of assault?

  19-10-2020 23:42
  
  The president has been accused by dozens of women of sexual misconduct. Mr Trump has denied those allegations
  
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• Q&A: Adam McKay on the lessons of the 2000 recount

  19-10-2020 23:42
  
  Adam McKay was head writer at “Saturday Night Live” during the 2000 election — a heady era for the sketch show that saw the phrase “strategery” become lodged in the nation’s consciousness, Darrell Hammond’s Al Gore explain his “lockbox” and a blue-suit clad Will Ferrell dance as Janet Reno.“I just jokingly said, ’You better hurry up and get that out,” McKay recalls.Two decades later, McKay has produced the HBO documentary &l
  
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• Tsunami warning issued for parts of Alaska after 7.5 magnitude earthquake

  19-10-2020 23:38 via independent.co.uk
  
  <p>Quake struck south of the Aleutian Islands in Bering Sea</p>
  
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• MPs To Vote On Marcus Rashford Free School Meals Plan On Wednesday

  19-10-2020 23:35
  
  England footballer's key proposal to go before parliament after Labour trigger vote.
  
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• Labour Calls On Tory MPs To Back Marcus Rashford Free School Meals Plan

  19-10-2020 23:35
  
  England footballer's key proposal would ensure children receive food support over Christmas and other holidays.
  
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• US 2020 election: Who does China really want to win?

  19-10-2020 23:34 via bbc.co.uk
  
  With the US battered by the coronavirus and political polarisation, China thinks its time has come.
  
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• Electoral College 2020 map: These swing states and number of electors are needed to win

  19-10-2020 23:33
  
  Donald Trump and Joe Biden are competing for crucial handful of states that could determine the presidency
  
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• 2020 US election: When will the results be announced and how will you know who won?

  19-10-2020 23:29
  
  Academics are warning not to expect results of the US election immediately after the 3 November vote
  
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• Coronavirus: Disease might never fully disappear even with a vaccine, says Sir Patrick Vallance

  19-10-2020 23:27
  
  A coronavirus vaccine is "unlikely" to completely stop infections and the disease might never fully disappear, the government's chief scientific adviser has said.Sir Patrick Vallance pointed to how smallpox was the only disease to have ever been completely eradicated and that, in future, treating COVID-19 might become more like dealing with seasonal flu.
  
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• Should you trust the polls in 2020? Here’s what pollsters have to say about the election

  19-10-2020 23:22
  
  Trump caused a massive upset in 2016. Could he do it again?
  
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• Undefeated Titans face biggest test yet replacing LT Lewan

  19-10-2020 23:21
  
  The Tennessee Titans' winning mojo is about to get its biggest test yet.Sure, the Titans managed to survive and even thrive despite dealing with the NFL's first COVID-19 outbreak.Now they will be without their three-time Pro Bowl left tackle with Taylor Lewan placed on injured reserve Monday with a torn right ACL.
  
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• Working lunches in the pub could be exempt from lockdown restrictions

  19-10-2020 23:20
  
  Working lunches could be exempt from Covid lockdown restrictions after an apparent “loophole” emerged. Meeting people inside pubs and restaurants in tier 2 and tier 3 areas such as London, York and Manchester is not allowed as part of efforts to try and contain the spread of coronavirus. But last night No 10 and local authorities suggested that such meetings were permitted so long as they are for "work purposes". Government guidance stipulates that up to 30 people from different hous
  
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• Theresa May pours scorn on Michael Gove's post-Brexit security claims in Commons clash

  19-10-2020 23:20
  
  Former PM appears to deride colleague’s response as ‘utter rubbish’, as he taunts her with: ‘No deal is better than a bad deal’
  
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• Gov. Kristi Noem Found the Perfect Poster Boy for Superspreader Concert

  19-10-2020 23:19
  
  A concert that was canceled for its potential to massively spread COVID-19 in the hot zone of South Dakota has been brought back from the dead with a new featured artist—one who’s already been slammed for playing to packed pandemic crowds.Country singer Chase Rice will perform at Saturday’s event, after the original headliner, Chris Young, dropped out following Daily Beast report on the potential danger of such a big indoor gathering.At the time, The Daily Beast reported that S
  
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• Eoin Morgan warns of mental health withdrawals from England's bubble life

  19-10-2020 23:19
  
  Eoin Morgan warns of mental health withdrawals from England's bubble life
  
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• Joe Biden: These are five of his top 2020 policies

  19-10-2020 23:18
  
  Resisting some of the progressive left’s more hardline ideas, the Democratic candidate is still striking out boldly
  
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• Greater Manchester given deadline of midday Tuesday to accept Tier 3 coronavirus restrictions

  19-10-2020 23:18
  
  The Government has given Greater Manchester a matter of hours to reach an agreement over the introduction of tougher coronavirus restrictions.Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick said he has written to local leaders in the region giving them until midday on Tuesday to reach a deal on the issue.
  
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• Donald Trump lashes out at critical Republican senators as they distance themselves from him

  19-10-2020 23:16
  
  Donald Trump has lashed out at Republican senators distancing themselves from him as the party’s tensions were laid bare in public with election day now just two weeks away. The US president appeared to dub Republican critics “stupid” at a rally on Sunday after a slew of the party’s congressmen publicly expressed displeasure with aspects of Mr Trump's leadership. Among them are senators locked in tight reelection battles. The criticisms have been taken as a sign that they
  
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• Mayfield feeling outside pressure after brutal day at Pitt

  19-10-2020 23:11
  
  Baker Mayfield spent much of Sunday afternoon running from the Pittsburgh Steelers.Mayfield's poor performance — and coach Kevin Stefanski's decision to pull him early to protect him from further injury — against another strong defense has renewed concerns about the quarterback's long-term viability in Cleveland.Playing with sore ribs that limited his practice time last week, Mayfield threw an inexcusable early interception that was returned by Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick for
  
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• Wisconsin's veteran defense ready for bigger responsibility

  19-10-2020 23:10
  
  Wisconsin traditionally wins games because of its running game and defense.Now that Jonathan Taylor has moved on to the NFL, that would seem to put more pressure on the defense to carry the load as the Badgers’ offense adjusts to life without the two-time Doak Walker Award winner.“I’m feeling great about our defense,” end Isaiahh Loudermilk said.
  
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• Trump lashes out at NYT, says ‘BOFFO’ rallies show campaign isn’t floundering

  19-10-2020 23:05
  
  The comments come after the Times reported members of Trump’s inner circle are starting to doubt his chances for winning in November
  
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• Former Doctor Who co-stars David Tennant and Billie Piper to reunite

  19-10-2020 23:04
  
  Tennant said he was 'delighted' to welcome Piper on to his podcast.
  
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• Hong Kong activists front up to Thai consulate in protest support

  19-10-2020 23:02
  
  Hong Kong activists protest outside the Thai consulate in the city in support of pro-democracy protests in Bangkok. A couple of dozens activists and supporters waved placards in support of Thai protesters and stuck posters on the windows of the building housing the consulate, while police warned those present to disperse.Prominent local activist Joshua Wong said Hong Kong stands with protesters in Thailand, adding the country "inspires Hong Kongers a lot to continue our fight for freedom".
  
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• Harbaugh starts season with 2 years left on deal at Michigan

  19-10-2020 23:02
  
  Michigan's Jim Harbaugh enters his sixth season as coach with just two years left on his deal that pays him about $7 million per season, adding another layer of interest to the 18th-ranked Wolverinesas they kick off the season this week at No. 21 Minnesota.Harbaugh said in Julythat he was closing in on a contract extension earlier this year before dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic became a top priority for him and the school.Harbaugh was on a Zoom call with reporters on Monday, for the first ti
  
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• The Billion Dollar Art Hunt review – the case that stumped the FBI

  19-10-2020 23:00
  
  The Billion Dollar Art Hunt review – the case that stumped the FBI. Crisscrossing tracks and clues make for high-stakes viewing in this BBC Four documentary about a sensational haul of art that vanished into thin air 30 years ago
  
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• Electoral college explained: How do US presidential elections work and what are the pros and cons?

  19-10-2020 23:00
  
  Democrats are calling to abolish the system, which has recently delivered the presidency to two Republicans who did not win the popular vote
  
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• Duchess of Cornwall records message to mark World Osteoporosis Day 2020

  19-10-2020 23:00
  
  Courtesy: Clarence HousePresident of the Royal Osteoporosis Society, The Duchess of Cornwall, has recorded a video message for the Royal Osteoporosis Society and the International Osteoporosis Foundation to mark World Osteoporosis Day 2020.
  
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• Jaguars go cross-country to face QB they should have drafted

  19-10-2020 22:59
  
  The Jacksonville Jaguars will travel cross-country this week and get a close-up look at the quarterback they could have — probably should have — drafted in April.Justin Herbert has been beyond impressive since taking over for Tyrod Taylor, who was initially sidelined with a punctured lung in Week 2.Herbert has thrown for 1,195 yards, with nine touchdowns and three interceptions, in four starts for the Los Angeles Chargers (1-4).
  
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• Gase, frustrations and struggles all remain for 0-6 Jets

  19-10-2020 22:58
  
  Frustrated fans woke up Monday morning to the reality that things remain the same for the New York Jets.Adam Gase is still the coach.Whether that ends up being Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence remains to be seen.
  
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• 2020 US election: When is Election Day? Key dates, debates and results timeline

  19-10-2020 22:58
  
  A guide to primary states, conventions and debates
  
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• Brexit news: No 10 rejects EU offer to ‘intensify’ talks and demands ‘change of approach’ from Brussels

  19-10-2020 22:56
  
  Follow all the latest developments in UK politics
  
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• The story of the strange death of America's 29th president

  19-10-2020 22:52
  
  Warren G Harding has proven to e one of the most controversial US presidents - even after his death
  
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• France teacher attack: Four pupils held over beheading

  19-10-2020 22:50 via bbc.co.uk
  
  In all, 15 people are now in custody after the murder of teacher Samuel Paty near Paris.
  
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• GOP's Karl Rove asks donors to help Ohio justice retain seat

  19-10-2020 22:48
  
  Influential Republican strategist Karl Rove is soliciting donations for an Ohio Supreme Court candidate's reelection bid, signaling the high stakes involved in controlling the battleground state's high court when congressional maps are redrawn next year.Rove's fundraising plea focused on not wanting Republicans to yield power over redistricting to Democrats, whose own line-drawing effort has been joined by former President Barack Obama and his attorney general, Eric Holder.A letter obtained by T
  
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• Kyle Larson reinstated to compete in NASCAR in 2021

  19-10-2020 22:47
  
  Kyle Larson can return to NASCAR competition next season following a long suspension for using a racial slur while playing a video game.Larson, who is half-Japanese, spent the last six months immersed in diversity programs that helped him gain an understanding of racial injustice.Larson has spent significant time with retired soccer star Tony Sanneh, whose foundation works on youth development and empowerment in the Minneapolis area.
  
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• US charges Russian military officers for cyberattacks on French polls, Ukrainian power grid

  19-10-2020 22:43
  
  Six Russian military intelligence officers have been charged in the United States with carrying out cyberattacks on Ukraine's power grid, the 2017 French elections and the 2018 Winter Olympic Games, the Justice Department announced on Monday. The six GRU agents were also accused of staging a malware attack called "NotPetya" that infected computers of businesses worldwide causing nearly $1 billion in losses to three US companies alone.In addition, they allegedly targeted international investigati
  
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• Presidential debate: When is the final 2020 election debate?

  19-10-2020 22:41
  
  The two candidates held competing town hall events
  
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• Officer ‘just missed’ Manchester Arena bomber after taking two-hour break, inquiry hears

  19-10-2020 22:41
  
  British Transport Police officer denies claims she was alerted to Salman Abedi’s presence
  
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• Battered Eagles are used to overcoming key injuries

  19-10-2020 22:37
  
  The Philadelphia Eagles overcame losing Carson Wentz and key starters to win the Super Bowl three years ago and made the playoffs the past two seasons with significant players hurt.The Ravens (5-1) stopped Wentz on a 2-point conversion to secure the win.Running back Miles Sanders suffered a knee injury at the end of a 74-yard run and tight end Zach Ertz went down with an ankle injury.
  
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• Maxwell loses bid to keep sworn testimony under wraps

  19-10-2020 22:35
  
  Ghislaine Maxwell has lost her legal battle to keep sworn depositions giving intimate details about her personal life under wraps. A federal appeals court upheld a decision from a lower court that the testimony given by the 58-year-old socialite and associate of disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein should be made public. Maxwell is currently being held at a Brooklyn prison awaiting trial on charges that she helped Epstein recruit underage girls as young as 14 to engage in sexual acts in the mid-1
  
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