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• Tens of thousands told to flee as floods swamp Australian town

  30-03-2017 23:52 via yahoo.com
  
  Floodwaters filled the streets of a major Australian town of more than 25,000 people on Friday, as a storm system generated by the powerful cyclone that pummeled the nation's northeast three days ago swept down the coast with heavy rain.Cyclone Debbie hit as a Category Four storm in the north of tropical Queensland state on Tuesday, smashing tourist resorts, bringing down power lines, flattening canefields and shutting down coal mines.Authorities on Friday told almost 20,000 people to evacuate t
  
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• White House and China trade excuses for stalled confirmation of Trump ambassador pick

  30-03-2017 23:23 via yahoo.com
  
  When President Trump welcomes Chinese President Xi Jinping to his private Mar-a-Lago resort next week for their high-stakes first summit, he will do so without his pick to be ambassador to Beijing, Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad.Branstad’s confirmation is being held up by an obscure diplomatic ritual, sources tell Yahoo News.
  
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• U.S. priority on Syria no longer focused on 'getting Assad out': Haley

  30-03-2017 23:21 via yahoo.com
  
  By Michelle NicholsNEW YORK (Reuters) - The United States' diplomatic policy on Syria for now is no longer focused on making the war-torn country's president, Bashar al-Assad, leave power, the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations said on Thursday, in a departure from the Obama administration's initial and public stance on Assad's fate.The view of the Trump administration is also at odds with European powers, who insist Assad must step down."You pick and choose your battles and when we're lookin
  
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• McDonald's to use fresh beef on some US burgers

  30-03-2017 23:09 via yahoo.com
  
  McDonald's announced Thursday it will shift to fresh beef in its new made-to-order Quarter Pounder hamburgers in most US restaurants as it seeks to beef up sales in its home market.The fast-food chain by mid-2018 will move away from frozen beef on the popular hamburger, which will be cooked at the time of order, the company said in a news release.The change, which does not affect the Big Mac and other beef products, follows a trial run in about 400 restaurants in Texas and Oklahoma that was well
  
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• Land Day clash in West Bank and more: March 30 in photos

  30-03-2017 23:05 via yahoo.com
  
  A Palestinian demonstrator is detained by Israeli troops during a protest marking Land Day in the West Bank city of Hebron; An Israeli border police officer reacts during clashes with Palestinians at a protest marking Land Day in the West Bank village of Madama; and a peacock spreads its feathers at Dusit zoo in Bangkok.
  
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• Senate kills rule meant to protect family planning funds

  30-03-2017 22:53 via yahoo.com
  
  For the second time on Thursday, Vice President Mike Pence took the rare step of breaking a tie in the U.S. Senate, as he cast the deciding vote in rolling back protections for federal funds for family planning and reproductive health.In a 51-50 vote, senators approved killing a rule intended to keep federal grants flowing to clinics that provide contraception and other services in states that want to block the funding.Earlier in the day, Pence was called upon to end the deadlock over advancing
  
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• Hiker Who Saved Baby Bear With CPR Has No Regrets Despite Jail Threat: 'He Was Fighting to Survive'

  30-03-2017 22:46 via yahoo.com
  
  Corey Hancock could have been fined $6,000 and even gone to jail for a year for interfering with wildlife.
  
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• Russian Interference Went Far Beyond DNC Hack, Senate Panel Hears

  30-03-2017 22:41 via yahoo.com
  
  Experts tell congressional investigators of hacks to Clinton’s and Rubio’s email, bot swarms of false information, and the prospect of ‘information nukes’ still lurking in Russian hands.
  
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• Rep. Adam Schiff on the House Intelligence Committee investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election

  30-03-2017 22:34 via yahoo.com
  
  On Thursday, March 30, 2016, Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), the ranking Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, talks about the latest from the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election.
  
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• Joss Whedon is reportedly eyeing a Batgirl solo film, and we're officially excited

  30-03-2017 22:34 via gamesradar.com
  
  While Warner Bros. and DC figure out what to do about the Batman solo film that's hit a wal ...
  
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• North Carolina votes to replace one anti-trans law with another and everyone is obviously outraged

  30-03-2017 22:25 via yahoo.com
  
  When Democrat Roy Cooper ran for governor in 2016, he made one promise to his constituents: that he would work to repeal HB2, North Carolina's notorious anti-trans bathroom law. Cooper has struggled to make good on his promise as Republicans in the state legislature opposed repealing the law. On Thursday, Republicans and Democrats came together to vote for HB142, just before the deadline it had been given by the NCAA, which is boycotting the state. LGBTQ groups are calling the replacement law a
  
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• 'El Chapo' prison conditions worst in U.S., prevent proper defense: lawyers

  30-03-2017 22:22 via yahoo.com
  
  Held without access to sunlight or his relatives, Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is under more restrictive captivity than any other U.S. prisoner and it is difficult to mount a defense, his court appointed lawyers said on Thursday.Mexico extradited Guzman, who is the head of Sinaloa Cartel, to New York in January, a few hours before U.S. President Donald Trump took office.Guzman, who escaped from two Mexican prisons and was a key figure in a bloody drug war, is seen as a flight risk
  
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• Apple Reportedly Eliminating Key Apple Store Positions Next Month

  30-03-2017 22:13 via yahoo.com
  
  Apple is reportedly getting rid of some Apple Store positions by the end of next month, report says.
  
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• Rep. Mark Sanford: Trump threatened to go after me to win my vote on health care

  30-03-2017 22:10 via yahoo.com
  
  Rep. Mark Sanford, R-S.C., said President Trump threatened to run a primary challenger against him in 2018 if he voted against the Republicans’ proposed replacement for Obamacare.The ultraconservative House Freedom Caucus, of which Sanford is a member, led the charge from the right to oppose the bill, and Trump has publicly blamed its members for the bill’s failure.
  
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• EPA reverses course on safety of pesticide used on crops

  30-03-2017 22:09 via yahoo.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration won't ban a common pesticide used on food, reversing efforts by the Obama administration to bar the chemical based on findings it could hinder development of children's brains.
  
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• Tesla CEO Elon Musk launches Neuralink venture to merge human brain with AI

  30-03-2017 22:00 via yahoo.com
  
  First it was electric cars, and then came the mission to conquer space exploration and Mars.Now, Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has set his sights on yet another lofty venture called Neuralink.According to The Wall Street Journal (subscription required), Neuralink’s mission is to help human beings merge with artificial intelligence and software to allow for improved memory, interfacing with computer devices, and even potentially help alleviate those sufferings from various illnesses and di
  
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• 2017 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400

  30-03-2017 21:57 via yahoo.com
  
  Is this the second coming of the G35?
  
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• Trump tax proposal would mostly benefit New York's wealthy: report

  30-03-2017 21:53 via yahoo.com
  
  By Hilary RussNEW YORK (Reuters) - Nearly all of New York City's millionaires would receive big tax cuts under President Donald Trump's proposed tax overhaul, whilemore than one-third of moderate- and middle-income families would face increases, according to a government report issued on Thursday.City Comptroller Scott Stringer said Trump's overall plan, as proposed during the Republican president's campaign, would give more than $5 billion of tax cuts to city dwellers.
  
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• Persona 5 DLC Includes Music and Outfits From Catherine

  30-03-2017 21:51
  Ahead of Persona 5's launch next week, Atlus has outlined its DLC plans for the highly anticipated role-playing game.
  In addition to Persona 5's Japanese audio track, which will be available for free on launch day, costumes and music from prior Atlus games will be available in the days and weeks following its release.
  Players will be able to outfit their party with costumes from all four prior mainline Persona games, as well as the Dancing All Night spinoff, Catherine and multiple Shin Megami Te
  
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• Online tax effort revived at last minute in Arkansas

  30-03-2017 21:44 via yahoo.com
  
  LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) — A House committee revived a proposal Thursday forcing online retailers to collect Arkansas sales taxes, just two days after a lawmaker behind the bill declared it dead for this year's session.
  
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• Venezuela’s Supreme Court Shuts Down Country’s Congress

  30-03-2017 21:38 via yahoo.com
  
  Opposition members are calling the move a “coup.”
  
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• Why A Black Lightning And Static Shock Crossover Shouldn’t Happen, According To Original Creator

  30-03-2017 21:28 via yahoo.com
  
  Why Black Lightning's creator, Tony Isabella, is "annoyed" by fans calling for a Static Shock crossover.
  
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• The Walking Dead season 8 will be big and terrifying, says Andrew Lincoln

  30-03-2017 21:17 via gamesradar.com
  
  It sounds like The Walking Dead may be getting back to its horror roots in season 8
  
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• Kansas governor vetoes Medicaid expansion bill

  30-03-2017 21:02 via yahoo.com
  
  The governor of Kansas on Thursday vetoed a bill expanding eligibility for Medicaid for the poor under the federal Affordable Care Act (ACA) because the measure was not fiscally responsible and would still fund Planned Parenthood.State lawmakers in the Republican-controlled senate voted in favor of the measure on Tuesday, just days after President Donald Trump's efforts to repeal and replace the ACA, also known as Obamacare, ended with the bill being pulled from a vote.
  
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• The Bad Guys Come Out To Play In New Trailer

  30-03-2017 20:46
  
  NetherRealm Studios dropped yet another trailer for upcoming DC-themed fighting game Injustice 2 today, this one brimming with evil character reveals like Captain Cold and Scarecrow. While fans have been speculating that these characters would be in the game for a while now based on leaks from the Injustice 2 mobile game and previous trailers, this is the first concrete confirmation that they will be playable when the game hits in May. Gorilla Grodd and Bane also get a chance to strut their stu
  
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• Immunity in Presidential Scandals Has Complicated History

  30-03-2017 20:39 via yahoo.com
  
  Michael Beschloss, NBC News presidential historian, talks with Rachel Maddow about the historical precedent for immunity granted in a presidential scandal.
  
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• Would Flynn Testimony Implicate 'higher Ups?'

  30-03-2017 20:28 via yahoo.com
  
  Congressman Jim Himes, member of the House Intelligence Committee, talks with Rachel Maddow about what it would mean to grant immunity the Mike Flynn in exchange for testimony and what considerations would go into granting such immunity.
  
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• White House adviser Kushner, senator talk criminal justice

  30-03-2017 20:27 via yahoo.com
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley met with White House adviser Jared Kushner about criminal justice reform Thursday, giving supporters a small sign of encouragement that the issue could be revived under President Donald Trump.
  
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• Maduro tightens grip in Venezuela with high court 'coup'

  30-03-2017 20:26 via yahoo.com
  
  The high court, whose judges have staunchly backed the leftist president in a power struggle with the legislature, based its decision on an earlier ruling that the opposition majority was in contempt of court."As long as the National Assembly's contempt of court and invalidity persist, parliamentary powers shall be exercised directly by (the Supreme Court's) constitutional chamber or by the body it designates to safeguard the rule of law," it said late Wednesday night.
  
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• Environmental groups challenge Keystone XL pipeline approval

  30-03-2017 20:20 via yahoo.com
  
  OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A coalition of environmental groups challenged the federal permit for the Keystone XL oil pipeline in court on Thursday because they say additional environmental scrutiny is needed.
  
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• Cards Against Humanity Creator Vows To Publish Browsing History Of U.S. Representatives

  30-03-2017 20:16 via yahoo.com
  
  The creator of Cards Against Humanity has promised to purchase and publish the browsing history of members of the United States Congress following a decision to repeal protections that prevented internet service providers from collecting and selling user information without permission.
  
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• Daenerys Sits on a New Throne in Game of Thrones Trailer

  30-03-2017 20:08
  
  HBO has released a new trailer showcasing what to expect when Games of Thrones' seventh season debuts on July 16.
  Warning: Major spoilers for Games of Thrones season 6 and minor spoilers for the upcoming season 7 to follow.
  The trailer shows what's become the three main characters of HBO's fantasy drama walking through the empty halls of castles and keeps, before ascending their respective thrones or seats of authority.
  What's interesting is that while we know Jon Snow is in Winterfell, and
  
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• US, Turkey strain for deal on key element of anti-IS fight

  30-03-2017 20:03 via yahoo.com
  
  ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — The Trump administration and Turkey appeared no closer Thursday to resolving a dispute over the Kurds' role in defeating the Islamic State group in Syria, as U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson visited America's often nettlesome NATO ally for the first time.
  
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• The Witcher Series Sales Pass 25 Million

  30-03-2017 20:00
  The Witcher, The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt have collectively sold over 25 million copies, according to CD Projekt.
  The figure was revealed in the company's 2016 financial report, which cited over 1 billion PLN (over $250 million USD) in cumulative revenue from The Witcher 3 and its two expansion packs: Hearts of Stone and Blood and Wine.
  The first game in The Witcher series was released in 2007. A sequel, Assassins of Kings, followed in 2011, with Wild Hunt roun
  
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• Will Trump Save Internet Privacy Protections?

  30-03-2017 19:54 via yahoo.com
  
  A bill that would gut internet privacy protections is headed to the president's desk.
  
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• Destiny 2 Collector's Edition, Two Expansions Revealed

  30-03-2017 19:28
  
  Bungie has lifted the cover off of multiple Destiny 2 packages including a Collector's Edition, Limited Edition, Digital Deluxe Edition. The existence of two expansion passes for the upcoming Destiny sequel was also confirmed.
  The Collector's Edition includes the following content and items for $249.99 USD, and is available for preorder:The contents of the Destiny 2 Collector's Edition.Continue reading…
  
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• Teacher on the Run With 15-Year-Old Student May Be Posing as Missionary in Mexico: DA

  30-03-2017 19:20 via yahoo.com
  
  Brent Cooper, the district attorney for Maury County, Tenn., called Tad Cummins a "religious man."
  
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• This Homemade Cleaning Solution is the Best Way to Unclog a Drain

  30-03-2017 19:16 via yahoo.com
  
  You probably already have all the ingredients.
  
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• Russia expert says Trump strengthened Russian propaganda

  30-03-2017 19:16 via yahoo.com
  
  Clint Watts, of the Foreign Policy Research Institute, testifies before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Russia.
  
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• Spicer: President Trump knew health care plan was bad

  30-03-2017 19:15 via yahoo.com
  
  "The View" co-hosts discuss President Trump's strategies to get the bill passed.
  
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• This Is the 2018 Jeep Wrangler, Can You Spot the Changes?

  30-03-2017 19:14 via yahoo.com
  
  JL Wrangler Forums seems to have gotten images of the all-new 2018 Jeep Wrangler in production form. It looks, well, familiar.
  
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• How to Protect Your Online Privacy Now That Congress Sold You Out

  30-03-2017 19:13 via yahoo.com
  
  Congress just cleared your ISP to sell your data, so now it is time to take privacy into your own hands.
  
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• Destiny 2 Release Date Announced, Beta Details Revealed

  30-03-2017 19:03
  
  Destiny 2 will be released on September 8, Bungie has revealed today. The sequel will be available on PS4, Xbox One, and PC.
  An open beta for the sequel will be coming this summer and the game is now available for pre-order. The announcement came as part of the game's official reveal trailer:
  Bungie will also reveal the first gameplay for the sequel during a live stream on May 18. Destiny 2 will mark the first time the series is available on PC, corroborating previous reports. Destiny originally
  
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• Watch the Destiny 2 reveal trailer to find out why you can't keep your gear, and more

  30-03-2017 19:01 via gamesradar.com
  
  Bungie has released the official Destiny 2 reveal trailer, and it's every bit as explosive (and funny) as any Guardian could want
  
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• Watch the Destiny 2 reveal trailer and see the City fall

  30-03-2017 19:01 via gamesradar.com
  
  Bungie has released the official Destiny 2 reveal trailer, and it's every bit as explosive (and funny) as any Guardian could want
  
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• A window into the plight of America’s railways: Are Amtrak’s long-distance routes coming to an end?

  30-03-2017 18:49 via yahoo.com
  
  Earlier this month, President Trump proposed $16.2 billion for the Department of Transportation’s discretionary budget for fiscal year 2018, a reduction of 13 percent. The budget proposal would affect the California Zephyr and other long-distance rail lines run by national rail operator Amtrak.
  
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• MLB The Show 17 tips: ranking the top five players at every position

  30-03-2017 18:45 via gamesradar.com
  
  PlayStation’s greatest baseball game is back, and set for another season of monster home runs and blink-and-you’ll-miss-‘em strikeouts
  
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• Tillerson says Assad's fate up to Syrian people

  30-03-2017 18:38 via yahoo.com
  
  US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Thursday the fate of President Bashar al-Assad was up to the people of Syria, in the clearest indication yet of the new administration's policy in the war-torn country."I think the... longer term status of president Assad will be decided by the Syrian people," Tillerson told a news conference with Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu.
  
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• Mass Effect: Andromeda devs asks fans to continue feedback - uh, you sure about that BioWare?

  30-03-2017 18:31 via gamesradar.com
  
  Hoo boy. The Mass Effect: Andromeda team has put out a notice on Twitter, thanking players for their ...
  
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• Crews to investigate head-on crash that killed 13 in Texas

  30-03-2017 18:27 via yahoo.com
  
  CONCAN, Texas (AP) — Federal officials on Thursday began an investigation into a head-on collision between a pickup truck and small church bus in southwest Texas that crumpled the front of the bus and killed 13 senior adults returning from a church retreat.
  
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