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• Notorious Mafia 'boss of bosses' Toto Riina dead at 87

  17-11-2017 23:56 via yahoo.com
  ROME (AP) — Cosa Nostra's "boss of bosses," who was serving 26 life sentences as the convicted mastermind of dozens of murders of rivals for power on his Sicilian turf as well as prominent anti-Mafia heroes, died Friday in an Italian hospital prison ward.
  
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• U.S. Senate candidate Moore's wife says 'he will not step down'

  17-11-2017 23:52 via yahoo.com
  By Justin MitchellWASHINGTON (Reuters) - The wife of Republican U.S. Senate candidate Roy Moore of Alabama said on Friday her husband would not end his campaign in the wake of sexual misconduct allegations, dismissing reports about his past behavior toward some women as political attacks."He will not step down," Kayla Moore said at a news conference on the steps of the state capitol in Montgomery."He will not stop fighting for the people of Alabama."The former Alabama Supreme Court chief justice
  
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• Prepare for a shared Black Mirror universe, says creator Charlie Brooker

  17-11-2017 23:52 via gamesradar.com
  Dystopian anthology series Black Mirror has always featured completely standalone stories
  
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• Keystone XL Opponents On 210,000-Gallon Spill: We Warned You

  17-11-2017 23:51 via yahoo.com
  In April 2016, just five months after President Barack Obama rejected the proposal to build the Keystone XL pipeline, the existing Keystone pipeline leaked 17,000 gallons of oil onto private land in southeastern South Dakota.
  
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• Can a horror game still be scary without threat of death? SOMA's new Safe Mode sparks debate

  17-11-2017 23:46 via gamesradar.com
  Originally released in 2015 on PC and PS4, Frictional Games' SOMA was the studio's spiritual successor to its own immensely popular Amnesia: The Dark Descent
  
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• US to sell Patriot missile system to Poland

  17-11-2017 23:37 via yahoo.com
  The US State Department said Friday it had approved the sale of a Patriot anti-missile system to NATO ally Poland, a move likely to irk Russia.The State Department said it had notified Congress on November 14 of its approval of the deal, which is worth up to $10.5 billion, and would mark the first time Poland has bought the sophisticated system."A secure Europe capable of deterring air and missile threats and other forms of aggression promotes peace and stability within NATO and on the European
  
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• Ohio State latest university to crack down on fraternities after hazing allegations

  17-11-2017 23:36 via yahoo.com
  Ohio State University has become the latest US academic institution to ban on fraternity ceremonies amid concern that alcohol-fuelled initiations are putting students at risk. The move comes within days of Texas State University outlawing all "Greek Activities" - encompassing both fraternities and sororities - following the death of a Phi Kappa Psi inductee. Similar steps have been taken in recent weeks at the University of Michigan and Florida State University. There has been mounting concern a
  
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• The Leonid Meteor Shower Is More Visible Tonight Thanks to the New Moon

  17-11-2017 23:25 via yahoo.com
  Stargazers are in for a treat.
  
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• Correction: Deadly-California-Shootings story

  17-11-2017 23:24 via yahoo.com
  RANCHO TEHAMA RESERVE, Calif. (AP) — In a story Nov. 16 about a deadly shooting rampage in Northern California, The Associated Press, relying on information from law enforcement, reported erroneously the name of a shooting victim. The coroner's office said Diana Steele, who was previously involved in an altercation with shooter Kevin Neal, was killed in the shooting. Hailey Poland was not among the dead.
  
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• Mother's unique punishment for son suspended from school goes viral

  17-11-2017 23:20 via yahoo.com
  Demetris Payne, from Louisiana, was forced into action after her 13-year-old son, Jadarien, was punished at school for talking back.At this point Ms Payne decided to take the punishment into her own hands.
  
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• See How the Earth Has Changed Over the Past 20 Years in This NASA Timelapse

  17-11-2017 23:03 via yahoo.com
  A new 20-year NASA timelapse taken from space shows in just a few minutes how life on Earth shapes the planet year by year.
  
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• Here's How to Watch the 2017 Leonid Meteor Shower

  17-11-2017 23:03 via yahoo.com
  The annual Leonid meteor shower will be clearly visible throughout the U.S.
  
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• Republican Senate candidate accused of sexual misconduct trails rival

  17-11-2017 22:58 via yahoo.com
  Roy Moore, the Republican candidate from Alabama accused of preying on teenage girls when he was in his 30s, trails his Democratic rival in the race for the crucial Senate seat, according to the latest polls.A Gravis survey published on Friday had Moore, a 70-year-old former state supreme court judge and hard-line conservative, trailing Democrat Doug Jones, a 63-year-old US Attorney, by 47 percent to 42 percent.A Fox News poll on Thursday put Jones at 50 percent and Moore at 42 percent, while a
  
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• Immigrants Anxiously Await Citizenship As Processing Times Nearly Double

  17-11-2017 22:56 via yahoo.com
  For immigrants, the road to U.S. citizenship has always been a long and difficult one.
  
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• Skyrim: How to Get Zelda Gear Without Amiibo

  17-11-2017 22:50
  There's a secret way to get the Master Sword, Hylian Shield, and Champion's Tunic in the Switch version of Skyrim, and you don't need amiibo!
  
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• How to Cheat in Sims 4 on PS4 and Xbox One

  17-11-2017 22:50
  Most PC cheats work in the Sims 4 on console and some require special functions to get them working.
  
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• Every New Pokemon in Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

  17-11-2017 22:50
  More Pokemon have leaked. Be wary, some spoilers ahead.
  
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• Mugabe emerges from house arrest amid pressure to exit

  17-11-2017 22:43 via yahoo.com
  HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) — Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe emerged for the first time Friday from military-imposed house arrest, presiding at a university graduation ceremony in a fragile show of normalcy even as former loyalists across the country demanded that he resign after nearly four decades in power.
  
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• J.B. Hunt, Wal-Mart climb aboard Tesla's electric truck

  17-11-2017 22:39 via yahoo.com
  Most of the customers who announced plans to put down $5,000 deposits for the Tesla Semi indicated they wanted to test a few of the vehicles.Wal-Mart said it plans to order a total of 15 Tesla trucks, five for the United States and ten for Canada.The company operates a fleet of about 6,000 trucks in the United States.
  
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• White House: The Difference Between Trump And Franken Is Franken 'Admitted Wrongdoing'

  17-11-2017 22:38 via yahoo.com
  White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said Friday that the allegations of sexual assault against Sen. Al Franken (D-Minn.) are different from those President Donald Trump has faced because Trump has denied any wrongdoing.
  
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• The Latest: Zimbabwe ruling party pursues urgent meeting

  17-11-2017 22:38 via yahoo.com
  HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) — The Latest on Zimbabwe's political turmoil (all times local):
  
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• Get Assassin's Creed Origins for $42 and Destiny 2 for $39 and in the pre-Black Friday PS Plus sale

  17-11-2017 22:35 via gamesradar.com
  The PlayStation Store couldn't stand the wait; it's already hosting a weekend full of early Black Friday gaming deals for PS Plus members
  
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• Video: Devs sound off on the 2017 Indie Soapbox

  17-11-2017 22:23
  In the course of an hour ten indie devs from around the industry take the stage at GDC 2017 to share what's on their mind, tackling everything from taste (get some!) to self-care to indie rockers. ...
  
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• IGN Prime: Get Brawlout for Free

  17-11-2017 22:20
  IGN Prime has partnered with Angry Mob Games to bring Brawlout to Prime members! Get instant access and start playing; get involved with this game as it develops!
  Striking the balance between the growing competitive scene and the genre’s party game roots, Brawlout hopes to cater to the veteran platform fighter, the casual fan and the newcomer looking to make their mark. Brawlout does away with shields and blocking, focusing heavily on the aggressive, fast-paced combat which has made platfo
  
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• Some People Think Starbucks Is Promoting 'Gay Agenda' On Holiday Cups

  17-11-2017 22:17 via yahoo.com
  It seems like outrage over Starbucks cups is almost as much of a holiday tradition as crowded malls, Mariah Carey and sappy movie marathons.
  
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• Obituary: Dragon Ball and Metal Gear Solid voice actress Hiromi Tsuru

  17-11-2017 22:16
  The Japanese voice actress behind Yakuza 0's Reina and the Dragon Ball character Bulma has passed away at the age of 57....
  
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• Jay-Z Writes How ‘Probation Is A Trap’ In Powerful Meek Mill Op-Ed

  17-11-2017 22:03 via yahoo.com
  Jay-Z continued to show his support for fellow rapper Meek Mill in a poignant New York Times opinion piece published Friday.
  
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• NATO apologizes to Turkey over reports Erdogan shown as foe

  17-11-2017 22:02 via yahoo.com
  ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — NATO's secretary-general apologized to Turkey on Friday over military exercises in Norway during which Turkey's founding leader, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, and the current president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, were reportedly depicted as "enemies."
  
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• The Best Black Friday Fashion Deals On Clothes, Shoes And More

  17-11-2017 21:44 via yahoo.com
  Just because there are a handful of stores staying closed on Thanksgiving Day doesn’t mean you have to wait to get an early start on your Black Friday shopping.
  
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• The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild leads Golden Joystick award winners

  17-11-2017 21:37
  Nintendo's open world Zelda title walked away with four awards during the show, with PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds, Cuphead, and Horizon Zero Dawn following close behind....
  
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• Doubts surface about key witness in Uranium One probe of Clinton

  17-11-2017 21:36 via yahoo.com
  Federal officials have serious questions about the credibility of a key witness in congressional investigations of Hillary Clinton’s role in the Uranium One sale.
  
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• Joe Biden shares his favorite memes of him and Barack Obama: 'They're all true'

  17-11-2017 21:35 via yahoo.com
  Former Vice President Barack Obama shared some of his favorite memes poking fun at his bromance with Barack Obama in a recent interview, saying, "in essence, they're all true." “I feel good about it,” Biden said to NBC News about the memes.
  
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• 5 Tips to Get You Started in Super Mario Odyssey Speedrunning

  17-11-2017 21:34
  Super Mario Odyssey is finally here, and players from around the world are enjoying the incredible gameplay, beautiful visuals, and wealth of Moons to collect. It’s no surprise that the speedrunning community has already latched onto Odyssey and are discovering brand-new ways to push Mario’s latest adventure to the limit. Here are 5 essential speedrunning tips to get you started.
  Alright, let’s start with the basics. Super Mario Odyssey introduces Cappy, which adds a new elemen
  
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• Star Wars Battlefront 2: This is What $100 Could Get You BEFORE Microtransactions Were Disabled

  17-11-2017 21:25
  Star Wars Battlefront 2 has spent the last few weeks leading up to its official release under fire, largely for its nonsensical progression system that heavily promotes the spending of real-world money for in-game items that improve multiplayer performance.
  As of last night, a statement was issued stating the Electronic Arts is disabling premium currency in Star War Battlefront 2 until appropriate changes can be made. And because of this we've since updated our final Star Wars Battlefront 2 revi
  
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• Violence in Greece breaks out after annual US Embassy march

  17-11-2017 21:18 via yahoo.com
  ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Hundreds of youths attacked police in Greece's two largest cities on Friday, hurling rocks, flares and gas bombs, following a large, peaceful march to mark the anniversary of the 1973 crackdown on a student uprising against Greece's former military dictatorship.
  
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• Ohio judge uses groping scandal to brag about having sex with 50 women and 'love in the hayloft'

  17-11-2017 21:13 via yahoo.com
  An Ohio Supreme Court justice has been denounced for responding to sexual misconduct allegations against Sen Al Franken by bragging of his prolific sexual exploits.Mr Franken, a Minnesota Democrat, apologised this week after broadcaster Leeann Tweeden accused him of groping and kissing her non-consensually during a 2006 tour, when Mr Franken was a comedian and had not yet been elected.Elected officials, including Democrats, swiftly denounced Mr Franken.
  
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• The Family Behind a $500 Million Bible Museum Hopes to Change Washington

  17-11-2017 21:09 via yahoo.com
  "We think Congress ought to know the foundation of the nation that they are running"
  
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• Zimbabwe neighbours warned not to interfere in Mugabe turmoil

  17-11-2017 21:07 via yahoo.com
  Zimbabwean activists have warned other countries not to intervene amid an apparent split between two of Zimbabwe's neighbours over whether to support or oppose the defacto coup against Robert Mugabe.  Ian Khama, the president of Botswana and a long time foe of Mr Mugabe, became the first world leader to effectively endorse the military's intervention on Friday when he said the strongman had no regional support for continuing his 37 year rule. "I don't think anyone should be president for th
  
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• Scientists Can Now Tell How Much Glaciers Melting Will Affect Specific Cities

  17-11-2017 21:07 via yahoo.com
  New York will be most affected by the northeastern part of the Greenland ice sheet
  
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• No, We Didn't Just See The First Marijuana Overdose Death

  17-11-2017 21:07 via yahoo.com
  Humans have been getting high on marijuana for millennia, and there has never been a recorded case of a fatal overdose.
  
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• Lawsuit: Couple detained after hibiscus mistaken for pot

  17-11-2017 21:02 via yahoo.com
  SARVER, Pa. (AP) — A couple who say they were handcuffed for hours in a police patrol car after their hibiscus plants were confused for marijuana are suing the police and an insurance company.
  
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• 5 PC Games You Don't Want to Miss - November 17

  17-11-2017 21:00
  
  We’re back with the second episode of our new PC-focused show, Hot Keys! If you missed the first episode, watch it here.
  Every Friday at noon, Hot Keys will take a look at the five PC games you should check out this week. We’ll be finding you the diamond in the rough games you may have missed, as well as letting you know when a game you might already love has something exciting going on.
  We’ll also dive deeper into our top pick of the week for a hands-on Let’s Play to sho
  
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• Here Are the Best Black Friday Ads Retailers Have Announced

  17-11-2017 20:59 via yahoo.com
  If you haven't made a game plan yet, you're already behind.
  
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• Don't Miss: The classic postmortem for Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic

  17-11-2017 20:55
  Creating a new type of combat system inside a 60-hour RPG was a daunting task. Yet that's exactly what BioWare did with its classic Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic. ...
  
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• Star Wars Battlefront 2 Review

  17-11-2017 20:50
  Like a Jedi with hatred inside them, Star Wars Battlefront 2 is its own worst enemy. It’s a sequel that’s managed to vastly improve upon its predecessor in some major ways: harder-hitting blasters, a wider variety of iconic Star Wars heroes, gorgeous locations, and a short single-player campaign all stand out. At the same time, it’s taken a giant leap backward with its bafflingly terrible progression system and rushed, disjointed storytelling, which keep it from being much mor
  
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• They Came To Clear Roy Moore's Character. They Talked About Guns And Abortion.

  17-11-2017 20:49 via yahoo.com
  ― A few dozen women gathered on the steps of the state Capitol on Friday to argue that those accusing former Alabama Chief Justice Roy Moore of sexual misconduct are liars, people who identify as transgender are awful, guns are good and abortion is bad.
  
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• Please Click This Story on Tesla

  17-11-2017 20:43 via yahoo.com
  This is the last Tesla article you need to read today, we swear.
  
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• 20 years of changing seasons on Earth packed into 2½ minutes

  17-11-2017 20:39 via yahoo.com
  CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA captured 20 years of changing seasons in a striking new global map of the home planet.
  
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• Iraqi forces retake last IS-held town in country

  17-11-2017 20:33 via yahoo.com
  Iraqi government forces on Friday retook the last town in the country still held by the Islamic State group as the jihadists' self-proclaimed "caliphate" faced collapse on both sides of the border with Syria.The lightning recapture of the small Euphrates valley town of Rawa after a dawn offensive came as the jihadists also faced attack for a second day in the last town they still hold in Syria, Albu Kamal just over the frontier.The Islamic State group (IS) has lost 95 percent of the cross-border
  
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• Lebanon FM says Hariri crisis an attempt to create regional chaos

  17-11-2017 20:22 via yahoo.com
  Lebanon's Foreign Minister Gebran Bassil said on Friday a crisis triggered by the resignation of its prime minister was part of an "attempt to create chaos in the region", in an interview with Russia Today.Saad al-Hariri quit as prime minister in a broadcast from Saudi Arabia two weeks ago, saying he feared assassination and criticizing the Saudis' regional arch-rival Iran along with its Lebanese ally Hezbollah.The actions of Hariri, a Sunni Muslim leader and long-time Saudi ally, plunged Lebano
  
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