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• Huawei claims more 5G firsts as sales jump 39%

  22-04-2019 23:56 via rss.cnn.com
  Things are looking up for Huawei despite the best efforts of the US government.
  
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• The Latest: Tesla to introduce new ride-hailing service

  22-04-2019 23:25 via abcnews.go.com
  Tesla plans to begin operating a ride-hailing service with no humans driving the vehicles sometime next year.
  
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• Back to Earth: Washington set to allow 'human composting'

  22-04-2019 23:00 via abcnews.go.com
  Washington state could become the first state to allow a burial alternative known as natural organic reduction - also called human composting
  
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• Two Google employees say the company retaliated after they organized a walkout

  22-04-2019 22:59 via nbcnews.com
  The alleged retaliation, which Google denies took place, follows the worldwide walkout by employees in November.
  
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• The most commonly hacked passwords, revealed

  22-04-2019 21:48 via rss.cnn.com
  A survey has revealed that the internet's most vulnerable passwords are 123456, plus codes using names, sports teams and swear words.
  
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• Sri Lanka's social media ban enters its second day

  22-04-2019 21:48 via rss.cnn.com
  Sri Lanka's nationwide block on social media sites continued through a second day on Monday. The country's government took the drastic step on Sunday, citing "false news reports" it said were circulating online, after hundreds were killed in multiple attacks.
  
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• Samsung delays Galaxy Fold launch after early models broke

  22-04-2019 21:48 via rss.cnn.com
  Samsung will not launch its innovative, expensive and troubled Galaxy Fold on schedule.
  
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• Huawei posts 39% increase in revenue and claims more 5G firsts

  22-04-2019 21:48 via rss.cnn.com
  Things are looking up for Huawei despite the best efforts of the US government.
  
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• Crew Dragon Test Mishap Could Delay First SpaceX Human Flight

  22-04-2019 21:29 via feedproxy.google.com
  SpaceX's Crew Dragon capsule experienced an “anomaly” during a rocket test on Saturday that sent smoke drifting high over its launchpad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Elon Musk and SpaceX have been short on details so far, but unconfirmed video footage shows the spacecraft being destroyed. The same Crew Dragon capsule completed a flawless flight to the International Space Station in March.The event raises concerns that SpaceX may not be able to fly humans
  
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• SpaceX suffers serious setback with crew capsule accident

  22-04-2019 21:24 via abcnews.go.com
  SpaceX suffers setback in its effort to launch NASA astronauts into orbit this year
  
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• How Does the Impossible Burger Look and Taste Like Real Beef?

  22-04-2019 20:58 via feedproxy.google.com
  This is a guest post from Mark R. O'Brien, University at Buffalo, State University of New York. This piece reflects the views of the author.People eat animals that eat plants. If we just eliminate that middle step and eat plants directly, we would diminish our carbon footprint, decrease agricultural land usage, eliminate health risks associated with red meat and alleviate ethical concerns over animal welfare. For many of us, the major hurdle to executing this plan is that meat tastes goo
  
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• Microsoft workers join China's debate over grueling workweek

  22-04-2019 19:51 via abcnews.go.com
  Tech workers in China protesting a corporate culture of grueling work schedules are getting some support from their U.S. peers
  
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• Homeless shelter, looming IPOs have San Francisco on edge

  22-04-2019 19:30 via abcnews.go.com
  A proposed homeless shelter near valuable San Francisco waterfront has neighborhood condo owners and renters up in arms
  
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• Offshore wind developers to invest $4.5M in Rhode Island

  22-04-2019 19:26 via abcnews.go.com
  The developers of a new offshore wind farm are investing $4.5 million in Rhode Island to advance the industry in the state
  
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• Bowers & Wilkins' New Alien-Looking Wifi Speakers Aim to Take on Sonos With High-Resolution Ambitions - Gizmodo

  22-04-2019 17:49 via gizmodo.com
  Bowers & Wilkins' New Alien-Looking Wifi Speakers Aim to Take on Sonos With High-Resolution Ambitions  GizmodoBowers & Wilkins unveils wireless Formation speaker family  EngadgetIntroducing the Formation Suite by Bowers & Wilkins  Bowers & WilkinsBowers & Wilkins channels Sonos with high-end Formation wireless system  CNETBowers & Wilkins announces its Formation Suite, a very high-end wireless multi-room audio system  Tech
  
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• Alternative Energy Sources Cause Huge Increases In Utility Prices

  22-04-2019 17:47 via technocracy.news
  Are American consumers and businesses willing to pay 200-300 percent more for wind and solar power-generated energy? Since all economic activity is directly enabled by energy, what will shock prices do to the economy? ⁃ TN EditorRenewable energy has certainly been in the news of late, with a number of states announcing efforts to ramp up wind and solar power. Minnesota is now joining this green movement, thanks to legislation introduced by Sen. Nick Frentz, DFL-North Mankato, and Rep. Jami
  
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• Disney heiress calls CEO Bob Iger's $65.6 million compensation 'insane'

  22-04-2019 17:44 via nbcnews.com
  In a series of tweets Saturday, Abigail Disney made clear she is a fan of Iger although she disagrees with his pay level.
  
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• Former Obama adviser on Seth Moulton’s jump into 2020 race: ‘He’s someone that checks a lot of boxes’ - Fox News

  22-04-2019 17:22 via foxnews.com
  Former Obama adviser on Seth Moulton’s jump into 2020 race: ‘He’s someone that checks a lot of boxes’  Fox NewsRep. Seth Moulton announces 2020 presidential run  CNNMoulton dings Dems right out the gate for single-payer health care push  POLITICOSeth Moulton, Massachusetts rep and Iraq War vet, jumps into 2020 presidential race  Fox NewsSeth Moulton Announces 2020 Bid For President  NPRView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Shock: Electric Vehicles Emit More CO2 Than Diesel Cars

  22-04-2019 17:09 via technocracy.news
  Electric vehicles may be cool (when their battery packs are not on fire) but they are more dangerous to the environment than diesel counterparts. All the eco-nuts who think they are saving the world by driving EVs are totally deceived by marketing propaganda. ⁃ TN EditorElectric vehicles in Germany account for more CO2 emissions than diesel ones, according to a study by German scientists.
  When CO2 emissions linked to the production of batteries and the German energy mix – in which co
  
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• Elizabeth Warren's plan to cancel student loan debt would be a slap in the face to all those who struggled to pay off their loans - Washington Examiner

  22-04-2019 17:07 via washingtonexaminer.com
  Elizabeth Warren's plan to cancel student loan debt would be a slap in the face to all those who struggled to pay off their loans  Washington ExaminerElizabeth Warren just vowed to scrap student loan debt for 42 million Americans  Business InsiderElizabeth Warren releases sweeping student debt cancellation and free college plan  CNNElizabeth Warren wants to use her wealth tax to wipe out Americans' college debt and pay for tuition  CNBCWarren calls for mas
  
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• Trump says after Mueller report 'you can't impeach' and argues that it was the 'Democrats that committed the crimes' - CNBC

  22-04-2019 17:02 via cnbc.com
  Trump says after Mueller report 'you can't impeach' and argues that it was the 'Democrats that committed the crimes'  CNBCImpeach Donald Trump?  The New York TimesDemocrats wrestle with impeachment question  CNNImpeach Trump? Here’s how and when.  The Washington PostCongress Has Options for Dealing With Trump  BloombergView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Prince Harry, William Add Fuel To Feud Rumors On Easter Sunday - HuffPost

  22-04-2019 16:55 via huffpost.com
  Prince Harry, William Add Fuel To Feud Rumors On Easter Sunday  HuffPostThe Queen celebrates 93rd birthday  Sky NewsActually, Prince Harry Made Kate Middleton Laugh at the Easter Sunday Service  HarpersBAZAAR.comHow old is Queen Elizabeth II and why does she have two birthdays?  Metro.co.ukMeghan Markle's Mom Doria Ragland Reportedly Arrives in London  E! NEWSView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Galaxy Fold: Samsung reportedly postpones its foldable phone launch - CNET

  22-04-2019 16:53 via cnet.com
  Galaxy Fold: Samsung reportedly postpones its foldable phone launch  CNETGalaxy S10+ review: Too many compromises for the sky-high price  Ars TechnicaGalaxy Fold review: A lot of money for a prototype  EngadgetWeek-in-Review: Is Samsung unfolding another flop?  TechCrunchSamsung Abruptly Postpones Two Galaxy Fold Launch Events  Tom's GuideView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Eco-Activist Makes Outright Call For Overthrow Of Capitalism

  22-04-2019 16:52 via technocracy.news
  Overthrowing capitalism is the not-so-hidden agenda of the United Nations, which intends to replace it with Sustainable Development, aka Technocracy. It’s minions down the food chain are parroting the objective. ⁃ TN EditorGeorge Monbiot appeared recently on Frankie Boyle’s far-left political chat show, “New World Order.” A columnist and environmental activist, Monbiot explained how we have to save the planet. And boy, does Monbiot have some ideas.
  The easy things w
  
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• Victims of Sri Lanka Attacks: Who They Were - The New York Times

  22-04-2019 16:48 via nytimes.com
  Victims of Sri Lanka Attacks: Who They Were  The New York TimesSri Lanka authorities warned of Easter church bombings weeks before Sunday's massacre, officials say  Fox NewsSri Lanka attacks: 'International network' linked to bombings  BBC NewsThe Sri Lanka attacks: New front, old wounds  Al Jazeera EnglishSri Lanka Shut Down Social Media. My First Thought Was ‘Good.’  The New York TimesView full coverage on Google News
  
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• U.S. to impose sanctions on allies in drive to push Iranian oil sales to zero - The Washington Post

  22-04-2019 16:26 via washingtonpost.com
  U.S. to impose sanctions on allies in drive to push Iranian oil sales to zero  The Washington PostThe Trump administration said Monday that it will start imposing sanctions on some key U.S. allies unless they stop buying oil from Iran after waivers expire next ...View full coverage on Google News
  
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• Trump and his business organization have sued the House oversight committee - Salt Lake Tribune

  22-04-2019 16:19 via sltrib.com
  Trump and his business organization have sued the House oversight committee  Salt Lake TribuneTrump, sons sue to block House Democrats from obtaining his financial records  CNNTrump sues to block subpoena from House Democrats seeking information on his finances  CNBCTrump sues to block Democrats’ subpoena for financial information  Fox NewsTrump sues in bid to block congressional subpoena of financial records  The Washington PostView full c
  
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• Leader of armed group stopping migrants at U.S.-Mexico border to face federal charges - Reuters

  22-04-2019 16:10 via reuters.com
  Leader of armed group stopping migrants at U.S.-Mexico border to face federal charges  ReutersLeader of right-wing militia arrested by FBI 'for detaining migrant families at gunpoint in New Mexico'  The IndependentAn armed militia was ‘detaining’ migrants at the border. The FBI arrested its leader.  The Washington PostFBI arrests leader of armed militia that detained migrants at U.S.-Mexico border  New York Daily NewsMilitia Member Who Stopped
  
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• Meghan Markle's mom, Doria Ragland, arrives in UK ahead of royal baby's birth - Page Six

  22-04-2019 16:08 via pagesix.com
  Meghan Markle's mom, Doria Ragland, arrives in UK ahead of royal baby's birth  Page SixPrince William wants Prince Harry, Meghan Markle 'as far away as possible': report  Fox NewsIs Meghan Markle Changing Prince Harry in the Best Way Possible?  The Cheat SheetThe Sussexes' Instagram account shares EIGHT photos taken by the Duke to mark Earth Day  Daily MailMeghan Markle’s Mom Doria Ragland Arrives in U.K. Before Royal Birth  The CutView ful
  
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• Home sales fall 4.9% in slow start to spring buying season - Fox Business

  22-04-2019 16:02 via foxbusiness.com
  Home sales fall 4.9% in slow start to spring buying season  Fox BusinessU.S. Existing-Home Sales Fall More Than Forecast  BloombergU.S. existing home sales fall more than expected in March  ReutersUS existing home sales fall more than expected in March  Fox BusinessExisting-home sales slide nearly 5% in March as the on-again-off-again housing market retreats  MarketWatchView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Danish retail billionaire loses 3 children in Sri Lanka attacks - CNN

  22-04-2019 16:02 via cnn.com
  Danish retail billionaire loses 3 children in Sri Lanka attacks  CNNLondon (CNN Business) Three children of retail billionaire Anders Holch Povlsen were killed in the attacks in Sri Lanka on Sunday, according to a spokesperson ...View full coverage on Google News
  
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• Trump aims to drive Iran's oil exports to zero by ending sanctions waivers - CNBC

  22-04-2019 16:00 via cnbc.com
  Trump aims to drive Iran's oil exports to zero by ending sanctions waivers  CNBCWashington Post: State Department to announce all countries importing Iranian oil will be subject to US sanctions  CNNTrump administration set to end sanction exemptions for nations importing Iranian oil: report  Fox NewsOil hits a 2019 high on the US plan to tighten squeeze on Iran  CNBCOil Jumps as U.S. Plans to End Iran Waivers After May 2 Expiry  BloombergView ful
  
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• Here’s what we know, and what we don’t, about the Crew Dragon accident - Ars Technica

  22-04-2019 15:53 via arstechnica.com
  Here’s what we know, and what we don’t, about the Crew Dragon accident  Ars TechnicaSpaceX suffers serious setback with crew capsule accident  Chron.comAfter SpaceX Crew Dragon accident, timeline for domestic astronaut launches is murky  USA TODAYHere is what we know about that SpaceX launch pad 'anomaly'  AL.comSpaceX explosion: Leaked video appears to show Nasa astronaut capsule explode during safety test  The IndependentView full c
  
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• Trump sues to block Democrats’ subpoena for financial information - Fox News

  22-04-2019 15:52 via foxnews.com
  Trump sues to block Democrats’ subpoena for financial information  Fox NewsTrump sues in bid to block congressional subpoena of financial records  The Washington PostTrump sues to block subpoena from House Democrats seeking information on his finances  CNBCTrump sues to block House Democrats from obtaining his financial records  CNNTrump Organization sues House Oversight chairman over subpoena for financial records  NBCNews.comView full cov
  
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• Supreme Court to decide if anti-discrimination employment laws protect on basis of sexual orientation and gender identity - The Washington Post

  22-04-2019 15:52 via washingtonpost.com
  Supreme Court to decide if anti-discrimination employment laws protect on basis of sexual orientation and gender identity  The Washington PostSupreme Court takes up job discrimination cases that could settle whether LGBT workers are protected by law  CNBCSupreme Court to Decide Whether Bias Law Covers Gay and Transgender Workers  The New York TimesSupreme Court agrees to decide if sexual orientation, gender identity should get federal job protection  USA T
  
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• US inches closer to measles record, with more than 600 cases reported - CNN

  22-04-2019 15:48 via cnn.com
  US inches closer to measles record, with more than 600 cases reported  CNNThere have been 626 cases of measles reported in the United States this year, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.View full coverage on Google News
  
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• Surveillance Video of Tesla Exploding in Shanghai Parking Lot Goes Viral - Jalopnik

  22-04-2019 15:45 via jalopnik.com
  Surveillance Video of Tesla Exploding in Shanghai Parking Lot Goes Viral  JalopnikTesla Model S caught on video bursting into flames seemingly on its own when parked  ElectrekTesla investigates after car appears to explode in China  CNNTesla investigates video of parked Model S exploding in Shanghai  ReutersTerrifying Tesla video shows a Model S erupting in huge ball of fire in underground car park in China  The SunView full coverage on Google Ne
  
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• Woman with baby waves gun, threatens to blow up San Diego Easter church service - NBC News

  22-04-2019 15:33 via nbcnews.com
  Woman with baby waves gun, threatens to blow up San Diego Easter church service  NBC NewsWoman carrying a gun and a baby tackled after threatening to blow up church  CNNCalifornia church parishioners help tackle woman with gun who allegedly threatened attack  Fox NewsWoman holding gun and baby terrorizes San Diego church, police say  KABC-TVWoman holding a gun and a baby threatens to blow up church during Easter service, police say  The Washingto
  
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• Huawei earnings show U.S. campaign is doing little to slow China's 5G giant

  22-04-2019 15:20 via nbcnews.com
  In a recent interview with CNBC, Huawei’s founder Ren Zhengfei said that the U.S. has been helping advertise for the company by talking about it so much.
  
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• Vaping teens exposed to as much nicotine as tobacco smokers but don't know it - NBCNews.com

  22-04-2019 15:09 via nbcnews.com
  Vaping teens exposed to as much nicotine as tobacco smokers but don't know it  NBCNews.comMany teens who use e-cigarettes aren't aware they are inhaling nicotine when they vape, even though they are often taking in high levels of the addictive ...
  
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• Tesla is under pressure after shaking up its board and receiving a demand-fueled downgrade from Wall Stre.. - Business Insider

  22-04-2019 15:00 via markets.businessinsider.com
  Tesla is under pressure after shaking up its board and receiving a demand-fueled downgrade from Wall Stre..  Business InsiderTesla downgraded at Evercore on slowing demand across all models  CNBC10 things Tesla (TSLA) retail investors want to know from Q1 2019 earnings call  TeslaratiView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Sri Lanka bombings death toll nears 300 after Easter Sunday attack on churches and hotels - Live updates today - CBS News

  22-04-2019 15:00 via cbsnews.com
  Sri Lanka bombings death toll nears 300 after Easter Sunday attack on churches and hotels - Live updates today  CBS NewsSri Lanka attack death toll rises to 290: Live updates  CNNSri Lanka reportedly had warning before Easter church bombings  ABC NewsSri Lanka bombings: At least 290 people killed by explosions in Sri Lanka capital of Colombo, churches and hotels targeted — live updates  CBS NewsEaster Sunday explosions at multiple churches and hotels
  
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• After brutal year, Kraft Heinz taps AB InBev's Miguel Patricio to replace CEO Bernardo Hees - CNBC

  22-04-2019 15:00 via cnbc.com
  After brutal year, Kraft Heinz taps AB InBev's Miguel Patricio to replace CEO Bernardo Hees  CNBCKraft Heinz CEO Bernardo Hees will step down on June 30, marking the embattled company's most significant executive shakeup since its formation four years ...View full coverage on Google News
  
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• Philadelphia Eagles 2019 NFL Draft board - PhillyVoice.com

  22-04-2019 14:55 via phillyvoice.com
  Philadelphia Eagles 2019 NFL Draft board  PhillyVoice.comJonah Williams' unique preparation could make him the NFL draft's top tackle  ESPNAlabama may have the most first-round picks for third consecutive draft  NBC SportsEagles News: Looking back on how the Jason Peters era began 10 years ago  Bleeding Green NationJaguars path to the draft | The case for DE Montez Sweat at No. 7  WJXT News4JAXView full coverage on Google News
  
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• The Mueller report makes a damning case about Trump's dishonesty - NBC News

  22-04-2019 14:43 via nbcnews.com
  The Mueller report makes a damning case about Trump's dishonesty  NBC NewsMark Levin blasts Mueller report as 'impeachment' manual for House Dems and media  Fox NewsConservative CNN host tears into 'unfit' Trump after Mueller report: 'He's got to go' | TheHill  The HillImpeach Trump? Here’s how and when.  The Washington PostIs the Mueller report really a road map for Trump's impeachment?  NBC NewsView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Trump congratulates Ukraine's new president, offers US support - New York Post

  22-04-2019 14:42 via nypost.com
  Trump congratulates Ukraine's new president, offers US support  New York Post Ukraine election: Poroshenko concedes as exit polls show landslide victory for Zelenskiy  Guardian NewsUkraine election: Comedian Zelensky wins presidency by landslide  BBC NewsUkraine’s Comedian President Doesn’t Plan to Rule  BloombergUkraine’s Presidential Gamble  The Wall Street JournalView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Elizabeth Warren releases sweeping student debt cancellation and free college plan - CNN

  22-04-2019 14:42 via cnn.com
  Elizabeth Warren releases sweeping student debt cancellation and free college plan  CNNElizabeth Warren wants to use her wealth tax to wipe out Americans' college debt and pay for tuition  CNBCElizabeth Warren’s Higher Education Plan: Cancel Student Debt and Eliminate Tuition  The New York TimesWarren proposes $640 billion student debt cancellation  POLITICOWarren unveils plan to cancel student loan debt, create universal free college | TheHill 
  
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• How to watch Lyrid meteor shower as it delivers up to 20 fireballs per hour - MLive.com

  22-04-2019 14:35 via expo.mlive.com
  How to watch Lyrid meteor shower as it delivers up to 20 fireballs per hour  MLive.comHow to Watch the Lyrid Meteor Shower Monday Night  LifehackerThe Lyrids Meteor Shower Will Peak in Night Skies  The New York TimesLyrid meteor shower peaks tonight: How to see shooting stars  AL.comMoon will make seeing Lyrid meteors challenging  WRAL.comView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Jenna Bush Hager is pregnant with her third child - Page Six

  22-04-2019 14:31 via pagesix.com
  Jenna Bush Hager is pregnant with her third child  Page SixSurprise! Jenna Bush Hager Is 'Very Pregnant' with Her Third Child  PEOPLE.comJenna Bush Hager Reveals She's Expecting Baby No. 3 | TODAY  TODAYJenna Bush Hager announces she's expecting third child on 'Today:' 'I'm very pregnant'  USA TODAYJenna Bush Hager expecting her third child: See her co-hosts' reactions to her baby news!  AOLView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Justin Bieber makes first public stage appearance in two years - AOL

  22-04-2019 14:26 via aol.com
  Justin Bieber makes first public stage appearance in two years  AOLJustin Bieber Joins Ariana Grande at Coachella for Surprise Duet  E! NEWSAriana Grande Closes Out Coachella 2019 with Justin Bieber for Surprise Performance  PEOPLE.comJustin Bieber Makes First Public Stage Appearance in Two Years for Ariana Grande’s Closing Coachella Set  VarietyHow Nice of Justin Bieber to End His Hiatus and Tease His New Album for Ariana Grande at Coachella &n
  
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