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• Mexican human rights commission condemns killing of reporter

  15-04-2017 23:56
  
  Mexico's human rights commission on Saturday condemned the killing of a police beat reporter in western Mexico, the latest in a string of journalists shot down in acts that may be connected to their work.Reporter Maximino Rodriguez was gunned down while in his car in a shopping center parking lot on Friday afternoon in the state capital of La Paz, about 100 miles (160 km) from the beach resort of Cabo San Lucas.A journalist with news and opinion website Colectivo Pericu, Rodriguez was in the car
  
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• Grill like a boss when you cook this Korean-style BBQ steak

  15-04-2017 23:29 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Cook with Me.at backyard chef shows how to prepare and grill Korean-style BBQ steak. Make this fast, easy, and delicious recipe at your next barbecue to make a statement about your grill mastery.
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• Roaming alligator walks right up to doorstep in *drumroll* ... Florida

  15-04-2017 23:23
  
  Today's hopefully unnecessary PSA: do not answer the door for an alligator. Police in Sarasota County, Florida, shared photos Wednesday of a rogue alligator that, while wandering a neighborhood, trudged right up to the front door of a house. It later tried its luck at the garage door, too, but no one let it in. Imagine! SEE ALSO: Fisherman finds a terrifying surprise at the end of his line We do not think it was invited. Perhaps it had the wrong address."Let this be a reminder that not all repti
  
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• Feel the pain of the poor and immigrants, pope says at Easter Vigil

  15-04-2017 23:20
  
  By Philip PullellaVATICAN CITY (Reuters) - Pope Francis, leading the world's Roman Catholics into Easter, urged them on Saturday not to ignore the plight of immigrants, the poor and other vulnerable people.In his homily at an Easter Vigil Mass in St. Peter's Basilica, Francis recounted the Biblical account of Jesus Christ's mother Mary and Mary Magdalene, filled with grief, as they went to visit his tomb following the crucifixion.
  
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• You can play across all three Star Wars eras in EA's 'Battlefront: II'

  15-04-2017 23:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  At Star Wars Celebration, EA announced that Star Wars: Battlefront II will launch on November 17. The campaign takes place between Return of the Jedi and The Force Awakens, and will become part of the official Star Wars Canon.
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• May the force be with EA: ‘Star Wars: Battlefront II’ arrives November 17

  15-04-2017 23:01 via digitaltrends.com
  
  At Star Wars Celebration, EA announced that Star Wars: Battlefront II will launch on November 17. The campaign takes place between Return of the Jedi and The Force Awakens, and will become part of the official Star Wars Canon.
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• Tesla’s electric lineup now includes eight models in various development stages

  15-04-2017 22:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Tesla's master plan, as revealed so far, has eight different models in the works at various stages. From the Model 3 due out later this year to the Model Y, Roadster, Semi, Minibus, and Pickup truck, Tesla is holding specifics close.
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• Tesla CEO Musk outlined eight models, most with unspecified production dates

  15-04-2017 22:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Tesla's master plan, as revealed so far, has eight different models in the works at various stages. From the Model 3 due out later this year to the Model Y, Roadster, Semi, Minibus, and Pickup truck, Tesla is holding specifics close.
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• 3,000 migrants rescued off Libya coast Saturday: NGO

  15-04-2017 22:54
  
  The Italian coastguard and other boats rescued some 3,000 migrants from unseaworthy boats off the Libyan coast on Saturday, as the good weather pushes the numbers up, a participating NGO said.In all 35 rescue operations were launched during the day, with 15 of them still underway as night fell, the coastguard said.German NGO Jugend Rettet, which took part in the rescue operations on Saturday, said 3,000 people had been plucked to safety during a particularly busy day due to the fine Spring weath
  
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• Pope denounces corruption, injustices that 'crucify' dignity

  15-04-2017 22:48
  
  VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis on Saturday denounced how migrants, the poor and marginalized see their "human dignity crucified" every day through injustice and corruption, and urged the faithful in an Easter Vigil message to keep hope alive for a better future.
  
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• AP Interview: Iran's Ahmadinejad sees no threat from US

  15-04-2017 22:20
  
  TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said Saturday he does not view recent U.S. missile strikes on ally Syria as a message for Iran, which he called a "powerful country" that the U.S. cannot harm.
  
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• Want to learn how to perform surgery? You need one HoloLens, stat!

  15-04-2017 22:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Surgeons around the world are preparing to enter the incredibly pressured environment of an operating theater using an app called Touch Surgery, and now the company's embracing mixed reality technology.
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• Egypt's Christian minority in somber mood for Easter holiday

  15-04-2017 22:07
  
  By Osama NaguibALEXANDRIA, Egypt (Reuters) - Members of Egypt's Christian minority flocked to traditional services this Easter weekend in somber mood following attacks last Sunday that killed 45 people, and security was especially tight at the two churches hit by the bombers.Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attacks on Palm Sunday targeting Egypt's nearly 2,000-year-old Coptic Christian community and has warned of more attacks to come.The militants are waging an insurgency against sec
  
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• The Latest: Rebel group decries Syria blast, seeks probe

  15-04-2017 22:06
  
  BEIRUT (AP) — The Latest on the conflict in Syria (all times local):
  
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• Italian Emma Morano, last known survivor of 19th century, dies at 117

  15-04-2017 21:50
  
  Emma Morano, an Italian woman believed to have been the oldest person alive and the last survivor of the 19th century, died Saturday at the age of 117, Italian media reported.Morano, born on November 29 1899, died at her home in Verbania, in northern Italy, the reports said."She had an extraordinary life, and we will always remember her strength to move forward in life," said Silvia Marchionini, the mayor of Verbania, a small village of some 2,000 residents.
  
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• Italy's Emma Morano, the world's oldest person, dies at 117

  15-04-2017 21:41
  
  ROME (AP) — Emma Morano, at 117 the world's oldest person who is also believed to have been the last surviving person born in the 1800s, died Saturday at her home in northern Italy, her physician said.
  
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• Dozens dead as car bomb hits Syria evacuees

  15-04-2017 21:41
  
  A suicide car bomb attack on buses carrying Syrians evacuated from two besieged government-held towns killed 43 people on Saturday, as US-backed fighters advanced in their push towards the Islamic State group's Raqa stronghold.The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said the blast targeted buses carrying residents evacuated from the northern towns of Fuaa and Kafraya under a deal reached between the regime and rebels.It said most of the dead in the explosion in rebel-held Rashidin, west of Alepp
  
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• Anti-Trump sentiment, ad blitz motivate Georgia voters

  15-04-2017 21:34
  
  MARIETTA, Ga. (AP) — Republicans in Georgia's conservative 6th district don't agree which of their party's 11 candidates should represent the area in Congress. They're united on one thing: it won't be the Democrat trying for a massive upset fueled by anti-Trump sentiment and millions of dollars from around the country.
  
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• Retired NFL Star Todd Heap Accidentally Hits and Kills 3-Year-Old Daughter In Driveway

  15-04-2017 21:32
  
  She died at the hospital.
  
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• Bombing of Syrian bus convoy kills dozens outside Aleppo

  15-04-2017 21:22
  
  By John DavisonBEIRUT (Reuters) - A bomb blast hit a bus convoy waiting to cross into government-held Aleppo in Syria on Saturday, killing dozens of people evacuated from two Shi'ite villages the day before in a deal between warring sides.The agreement had stalled, leaving thousands of people from both government-besieged and rebel-besieged areas stranded at two transit points on the city's outskirts, before the explosion occurred.Late on Saturday buses began crossing into both government-held a
  
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• Keep your Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus crystal-clear and smudge-free with a screen protector

  15-04-2017 21:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  The Samsung Galaxy S8 is a brand new smartphone with a beautiful curved screen that demands protection. Here are five of the best screen protectors for the S8 or S8 Plus we think you should check out right now.
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• 5 Of Our Solar System’s Most Important Moons

  15-04-2017 21:10
  
  If we are going to find aliens in our solar system, we might have a better shot exploring moons rather than other planets.
  
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• Science proves that training AI to be ‘human’ makes it sexist and racist, too

  15-04-2017 21:00
  
  As we get closer and closer to create artificial intelligence that can think and reason in ways that mimic a human brain it's becoming increasingly clear that allowing a machine mind to learn from humans is a very bad idea. We've seen examples of it in the past, but a new study on AI biases reveals that not only does training an artificial brain create biases, but those leanings reinforce many societal issues regarding race and gender that plague humanity today. 
  The study, which was c
  
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• You can wear your favorite game thanks to Moschino’s ‘Candy Crush’ collection

  15-04-2017 20:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Thought the Candy Crush craze was over? Think again. Now that you can literally wear your favorite game, you can bet that it'll be seeing a resurgence. Moschino, the Italian luxury fashion house, has created a Candy Crush collection.
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• Moschino has released a capsule collection inspired by Candy Crush in time for Coachella

  15-04-2017 20:56 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Thought the Candy Crush craze was over? Think again. Now that you can literally wear your favorite game, you can bet that it'll be seeing a resurgence. Moschino, the Italian luxury fashion house, has created a Candy Crush collection.
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• Russia arrests two suspected 'terrorist' recruiters

  15-04-2017 20:20
  
  Two suspected recruiters of "terrorists" from Central Asia were arrested in Saint Petersburg, justice authorities said on Saturday, in connection with a deadly bomb attack on the Russian city's metro.One suspect, aged 32, is accused of recruiting for the Islamic State group, while the other, aged 39, faces allegations of being a recruiter for "terrorist organisations in Syria".One of the two is from the Osh region of Kyrgyzstan, an area known for the number of recruits it has provided for Islami
  
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• Iran elections: top candidates

  15-04-2017 20:15
  
  Registration to run in Iran's election on May 19 closed on Saturday, with more than 1,600 hopefuls throwing their hats in the ring.The conservative-controlled Guardian Council will whittle that number down over the next fortnight -- normally to around half a dozen -- with the campaign set to start on April 28.Every president since the early 1980s has won a second term, and Rouhani has done much to maintain his alliance of moderates and reformists -- stabilising the economy and signing a landmark
  
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• The Komodo dragon could save your life with its bacteria-fighting plasma

  15-04-2017 19:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  They may sound like mythical predators of yore, but as it turns out, the Komodo dragon could be our knight in shining armor. As it turns out, the blood of this reptile could be crucial to helping humans fight infection.
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• Could Komodo dragons be the key to saving lives? Scientists are working on it

  15-04-2017 19:57 via digitaltrends.com
  
  They may sound like mythical predators of yore, but as it turns out, the Komodo dragon could be our knight in shining armor. As it turns out, the blood of this reptile could be crucial to helping humans fight infection.
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• Yemen fight for Red Sea base leaves 25 dead

  15-04-2017 19:56
  
  Mokha (Yémen) (AFP) - At least 25 soldiers and rebels have died in clashes around a key military base near Yemen's west coast, military and medical sources said Saturday.Loyalist forces backed by a Saudi-led coalition launched an assault to seize the Khaled Ibn Al-Walid base from Shiite Huthi rebels and their allies who had controlled it for over two years, military sources said.After seizing a mountain overlooking the camp in recent days, forces loyal to internationally recognised presid
  
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• Police Make Arrest In Case Of Google Employee Murdered While Jogging

  15-04-2017 19:48
  
  Her body was found in the woods in August.
  
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• Cyprus leader says peace talks at 'critical' moment

  15-04-2017 19:48
  
  Cyprus is at a vital moment in its UN-backed peace process aimed at reunifying the island, President Nicos Anastasiades said Saturday, but admitted that differences with his Turkish Cypriot negotiating partner remained."We find ourselves before critical and defining developments for the future of our homeland," Anastasiades said in a televised Easter address.Successive peace efforts between its Greek- and Turkish-speaking communities have stumbled over issues including territory and security.
  
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• Make friends with other women with ‘Hey! Vina,’ a Tinder for friendships

  15-04-2017 19:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  When you swipe right in Hey! Vina, you won't be in for a potential date -- rather, you'll have the opportunity to "meet new friends, join communities of people like you...and read awesome articles about living your best life."
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• Find your next best friend with Hey! Vina, the app for female friendship

  15-04-2017 19:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  When you swipe right in Hey! Vina, you won't be in for a potential date -- rather, you'll have the opportunity to "meet new friends, join communities of people like you...and read awesome articles about living your best life."
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• Apple just got permission to test its self-driving cars in California

  15-04-2017 19:38 via digitaltrends.com
  
  California's Department of Motor Vehicles decided to grant Apple an autonomous vehicle testing permit on Friday, allowing the iEmpire to use California's public highways in testing self-driving technology.
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• Let it pour: Here are the 25 best songs about rain

  15-04-2017 19:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Whether you're praying for a downpour, loving some inclement weather, or just feeling down, this special playlist of the best songs about rain will put a rainbow between your ears.
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• Bureo turns recycled fishnets into skateboards to help clean the ocean

  15-04-2017 19:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  With a recycling program set up in Chile, Bureo skateboards in New England help clean the ocean one fishnet at a time, turning these old nets into skateboards using an innovative recycling system.
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• What Is Open/Closed For Easter Sunday

  15-04-2017 18:50
  
  A refresher on what might be open and closed for Easter Sunday so you can plan your weekend accordingly.
  
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• EA lays out three month DLC plan for ‘Titanfall 2’, promises more to come

  15-04-2017 18:46 via digitaltrends.com
  
  Throughout the next three months, Titanfall 2 will receive two new general multiplayer maps, a pair of Live Fire maps, a new Titan, and a myriad of exciting features including an increased Gen level cap.
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• 'A few dozen' US troops deployed to Somalia: Pentagon

  15-04-2017 18:33
  
  The United States is deploying "a few dozen" troops to Somalia to assist the national army and conduct unspecified security operations, a US military spokeswoman said Saturday.The soldiers from the 101st Airborne Division, a light infantry unit trained for air assaults, will mainly train and equip Somalia's army "to better fight Al-Shabab," an Al-Qaeda linked extremist group, the spokeswoman for the US Africa Command based in Germany, Samantha Reho, told AFP.
  
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• Microsoft reveals which Windows Phones will be getting Creators Update

  15-04-2017 18:30
  While the new Creators Update officially rolled out to Windows 10 users on the PC earlier this week, Windows Phone holdouts are still waiting. That will change on April 25th, however, Microsoft has stated that only a handful of devices will be eligible for the update. Even more disappointing is that Windows Phones that don’t support the Creators Update will … Continue reading
  
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• From ‘Console Wars’ to ‘The Tetris Effect,’ 10 books any gamer will love

  15-04-2017 18:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  From well-known books like 'Console Wars' and 'Masters of Doom,' to under-appreciated books like 'Gamelife' and 'Spelunky,' there's a book on this list for everyone. Here's 10 of the very best books about video games.
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• Coast-to-Coast Marches to Demand Pres. Trump’s Tax Returns

  15-04-2017 17:43
  
  Marches billed as peaceful “Patriots Day” rallies ended in some arrests as pro- and anti-Trump protesters clashed on the streets.
  
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• Making hard-boiled eggs isn’t so hard — here’s how to do it perfectly every time

  15-04-2017 17:15 via digitaltrends.com
  
  With the help of science or some kitchen gadgets, making hard-boiled eggs can be a little easier. It may not be the hardest task in the world, but a few of these methods are foolproof.
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• GM begins expanding its autonomous Chevy Bolt fleet

  15-04-2017 17:00
  Back in February it was revealed that General Motors has plans to have thousands of self-driving taxis on the road from 2018, with many serving as vehicles for ride-sharing service Lyft. Now the car manufacture is taking steps to make that happen, as a new report says that GM and Cruise, its autonomous car development arm, are looking to put … Continue reading
  
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• Cave of fire and ice

  15-04-2017 17:00
  
  Stunning photos from inside the glistening underground spaces show a warm orange glow spreading out across the horizon.
  
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• How to Pick Healthier Easter Foods

  15-04-2017 16:59
  Like Thanksgiving and Christmas, Easter gives us the chance to celebrate with friends and family—usually around a big meal topped off with a special dessert. You can lighten up your Easter foods ...
  
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• 19 killed in Sri Lanka as massive mound of garbage collapses

  15-04-2017 16:50
  
  COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — A massive mound of garbage collapsed in Sri Lanka, killing 19 people, injuring 13 and forcing more than 600 others to flee their homes during festivities to mark the local new year, officials said Saturday.
  
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• Former Afghan president calls decision to drop massive U.S. bomb 'treason'

  15-04-2017 16:17
  
  By Mirwais HarooniKABUL (Reuters) - Former Afghan president Hamid Karzai accused his successor on Saturday of committing treason by allowing the U.S. military to drop the largest conventional bomb ever used in combat during an operation against Islamic State militants in Afghanistan.Karzai, who also vowed to "stand against America", retains considerable influence within Afghanistan's majority Pashtun ethnic group, to which President Ashraf Ghani also belongs."How could you permit Americans to bo
  
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• NES Classic Edition Stock: Where To Find The Discontinued Console

  15-04-2017 16:10
  
  NES Classic Edition was recently discontinued by Nintendo, but we want to make sure you get one before the console’s last shipments are no longer in stock. Check these retailers over the next few weeks.
  
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