FOX NEWS: Grandfather recounts frantic phone call from grandson as California wildfire closed in

Grandfather recounts frantic phone call from grandson as California wildfire closed in



A California man who lost his wife and two grandchildren in California’s destructive Carr Fire revealed Monday the final phone call he received from them before they perished in the flames.

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FOX NEWS: After delays, former Iraqi translator is becoming US citizen

After delays, former Iraqi translator is becoming US citizen



An Iraqi former translator for U.S. troops is finally becoming a U.S. citizen a year after officials abruptly removed him from a naturalization ceremony, prompting him to sue the government and charge it was targeting people from Muslim-majority countries.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/us/2018/07/31/after-delays-former-iraqi-translator-is-becoming-us-citizen.html

FOX NEWS: Levi's, Yelp join coalition pledging not to discriminate

Levi's, Yelp join coalition pledging not to discriminate



Levi Strauss, Yelp and Lyft are leading a coalition of 1,200 businesses and cities that are pledging not to discriminate against employees or customers based on race, sexual orientation, or other characteristics.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/us/2018/07/31/levis-yelp-join-coalition-pledging-not-to-discriminate.html

FOX NEWS: LeBron James opens school for challenged youth in hometown

LeBron James opens school for challenged youth in hometown



There is no doubt about what LeBron James can do with a basketball in his hand – racking up NBA championships and MVP accolades over the years – but it’s off the court where he experienced what he described as the most meaningful moment of his career.

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FOX NEWS: Northern California wildfire 9th most destructive in history

Northern California wildfire 9th most destructive in history



Thousands more are fleeing their homes after wildfires surged near a small lake town in Northern California while farther north firefighters made progress in a battle against a deadly blaze.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/us/2018/07/30/california-wildfires-claim-more-lives-crews-make-progress.html

FOX NEWS: Threats aside, Trump says he's willing to meet with Iranians

Threats aside, Trump says he's willing to meet with Iranians



President Donald Trump said that he'd "certainly meet" with Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, and without preconditions, if the Iranian leader were willing.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/us/2018/07/31/threats-aside-trump-says-hes-willing-to-meet-with-iranians.html

FOX NEWS: Penn State frat member learns sentence in pledge death case

Penn State frat member learns sentence in pledge death case



The first member of a Penn State University fraternity to plead guilty in connection with the death of a pledge last year after a night of drinking and hazing is set to learn his sentence.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/us/2018/07/31/penn-state-frat-member-learns-sentence-in-pledge-death-case.html

Aid sector 'almost complicit' in sex scandal, say MPs

Aid sector bosses were "self-deluded" and "collectively failed" to tackle exploitation, MPs say.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-45013078

North Korea 'working on new missiles', US officials say

US intelligence leaks suggest the North may be building ballistic missiles, despite recent pledges.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-45015343

Tom Watson accuses NEC member of being a 'loud-mouthed bully'

Peter Willsman was recorded suggesting "Trump fanatics" are behind Labour anti-Semitism claims.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-45014771

Dixons Carphone admits data breach now affects 10 million

Retailer finds that personal details of an extra nine million customers may have been accessed last year.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-45016906

Women 'illegally buying abortion pill online'

The abortion process can start within 30 minutes, meaning many want to take the pill at home.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-45007707

The battle to stop ex-IS fighters reaching Europe

The BBC's Quentin Sommerville follows the teams trying to trace ex-IS fighters who have fled Syria.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-45012557

Corrie Mckeague: Airman 'somewhere in Suffolk waste disposal system'

Corrie Mckeague is "no longer missing" and his remains are "irretrievable", his father says.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-suffolk-45015080

Andy Murray beats Mackenzie McDonald in Washington Open

Andy Murray fights back to beat Mackenzie McDonald 3-6 6-4 7-5 in the Washington Open first round in his fourth match since returning from hip surgery.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/45016423

Love Island: Dani Dyer and Jack Fincham win ITV2 series

After eight weeks of dumpings and drama, the winning couple of the ITV2 series is revealed.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-44943562

Lombok earthquake: More than 500 hikers evacuated from Mt Rinjani

More than 500 hikers were stranded on Indonesia's Mt Rinjani when a deadly quake triggered landslides.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-45015255

IS claims fatal Tajik attack on foreign cyclists

Two Americans, a Swiss and a Dutch citizen died after being struck by a car on Sunday.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-45009816

Brexit and your holiday: Five things that could change

How the UK leaving the EU could impact things like flights, visas and mobile roaming.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-45013420

Durex recalls condoms over split worries

The company says the products are not passing "stringent shelf-life tests", meaning they could burst.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-45014118

The Papers: Manchester bomber was 'rescued by Royal Navy'

Tuesday's papers include stories on the Manchester bomber, Love Island, and a Fortnite addict.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/blogs-the-papers-45014187

News Daily: Aid sector abuse and North Korea missile reports

Your morning briefing for Tuesday 31 July 2018.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-45009657

Bruce Beach has built a 10,000 sq ft nuclear bunker

At 10,000 sq ft, Ark Two is one of Canada's largest nuclear fallout shelters.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-44961491

Trekking to Everest: 'Challenging but rewarding!'

As adventure tourism booms, more people are trekking the route to Mount Everest's base camp.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-44982300

Messi has a kickabout with his dog

A video posted by Lionel Messi's wife, of the footballer playing football with his dog, has gone viral.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-45013457

In pictures: Behind the mask

British photographer Rory Lewis's portraits of actors and other public figures go on show in London.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-45004510

Melinda Messenger: 'How do breasts have so much power?'

Former glamour model Melinda Messenger reflects on the breast augmentation she had in her 20s.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-45007777

Somalia's deaf footballers create their own league

Players fed up with being excluded from existing teams started their own league.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-44968902

Intrepid French hunt for sunken warships Cordelière and Regent

The Regent and Cordelière burned together and are now the focus of a French explorer's mission.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-44806083

Will EU healthcare for tourists survive Brexit?

Will you be able to use the European Health Insurance Card when the UK leaves the EU?

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-44850972

What happened to the boy who chased away the lions?

As a child, herder Richard Turere invented a device to stop lions killing cattle but who benefited?

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-44398952

Would you quote Rick Astley in your out-of-office?

Not everyone sticks to the standard out-of-office reply - we take a look at the more unusual ones.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-44947619

Fast fashion: Inside the fight to end the silence on waste

We asked major labels if they destroyed their excess stock. They weren't all forthcoming.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-44968561

How will the Love Island contestants cash in following the show?

The next few weeks will be crucial for the Islanders as they establish their brand outside the villa.

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-45006030

Are UK trains the 'envy' of Europe?

Northern Rail passengers have had huge disruption, but is the rest of Europe jealous of our railways?

from BBC News - Home https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-45008287

'They Consider This a Very Precious Book': African Tribe Dances for Joy After Receiving Bible in Own Language

The Tembo people are literally dancing for joy after finally receiving the Bible in their native tongue thanks to a 21-year effort  by Wycliffe Bible Translators.

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Canadian Man Becomes a Woman to Save Money on His Car Insurance

A man lies to the Canadian government to become a woman only on paper for cheaper car insurance. 

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'Clade X' Simulation Reveals Pandemic Could Wipe Out 900 Million People

Scientists warn that a new pathogen could kill almost 10 percent of the world's population of 7.6 billion people.

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Iraq's Christians Refuse to Return, Afraid 'They Will Again Be Targeted'

Tens of thousands of displaced Christians have returned to their cities and villages in the Iraq's Nineveh Plain, but many still refuse to return to Mosul.

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Feces and Flamethrowers: Migrants Storm Gates of Europe as Muslim Radicalism Spikes 900% in Sweden

The European Union continues to try to force member states to take in the mostly Muslim migrants from Africa and the Middle East, but those who do now face soaring welfare costs, crime and terrorism.

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Erdogan Loudly Rejects Trump Sanction Threat as Turkey Persecutes US Pastor Brunson

Turkey's president says he won't release American Pastor Andrew Brunson, even in the face of economic sanctions.

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Faith-Based Agencies Report Uptick in Interest Directly Linked to Family Separation Crisis

Bethany Christian Services has worked to place unaccompanied immigrant children with foster families for years. But since the news emerged in June about the government separating children from their parents at the border, inquiries into its foster care program have skyrocketed.

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Homeless Man Wearing a Suit and Tie Passes Out Resumes at Intersection, Then This Happens

When a California homeless man stood at a busy intersection holding a sign, he didn't ask for money. Instead, he handed out his resume. He never expected what he got in response. 

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Kids Return Wallet Filled with $700, Praised for Doing the 'Right Thing'

This is the story of three children who have proved the doubters wrong about the younger generation.  

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'Salvation Is the Most Important Thing': Fallen Milwaukee Police Officer Continues to Reach People After His Death

A Milwaukee police officer shot and killed in the line of duty last week is being remembered as a great man of faith.

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Did iTunes 'Shadow Ban' the 'Walk in the Word' Podcast over a Trump Prayer Request?

Pastor James MacDonald of Harvest Church recently encouraged his audience on Facebook to support and pray for President Trump, in response, the ministry says iTunes mysteriously dropped MacDonald's podcast, Walk in the Word, from the Top 200 Chart.

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'God Has Forgiven Me': He Killed Their Kids and Grandkids, But These Families Forgave Him Through Christ

What if several members of your family were killed by the negligence of another driver? Would your faith in God allow you to forgive the driver and even ask the judge to consider the utmost leniency? 

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'It Is Well...with My Soul': How Wynter Pitts' Family Showed a Powerful Christian Response to Death

The family and friends of Wynter Evans Pitts celebrated her life and legacy over the weekend after her sudden, unexpected death last week. Her family has been transparent about the real pain they're feeling after losing Wynter, but they've also offered an amazing testimony to the power of faith in Christ, even in the face of death.

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'We Pray': Lisa Bevere, Havilah Cunnington and Bethel Battle in Faith as Wildfire Swallows Hometown

The devastating wildfire sweeping Northern California has firefighters working nonstop and residents fleeing for safety – but a prominent Christian community there is remaining persistent in prayer.  

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California Firefighters Work 48-Hour Shifts to Battle Deadly Blaze

So far, hundreds of homes have been destroyed and tens of thousands were forced to evacuate, with fires claiming six lives so far. 

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A Migrant Boy Rejoins His Mother, but He’s Not the Same

By MIRIAM JORDAN from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/31/us/migrant-children-separation-anxiety.html?partner=IFTTT

If an N.B.A. Workout Isn’t on Instagram, Does it Even Count?

By SCOTT CACCIOLA from NYT Sports https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/31/sports/lebron-james-instagram-nba.html?partner=IFTTT

Lassie Got Help, Would Your Dog?

By JAMES GORMAN from NYT Science https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/31/science/lassie-help-dog.html?partner=IFTTT

After Doctors Cut Their Opioids, Patients Turn to a Risky Treatment for Back Pain

By SHEILA KAPLAN from NYT Health https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/31/health/opioids-spinal-injections.html?partner=IFTTT

Brexit, Russia, Mars: Your Tuesday Briefing

By REMY TUMIN from NYT Briefing https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/31/briefing/brexit-russia-mars.html?partner=IFTTT

What’s on TV Tuesday: ‘Please Like Me’ and ‘Frontline’

By GABE COHN from NYT Arts https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/31/arts/television/whats-on-tv-tuesday-please-like-me-and-frontline.html?partner=IFTTT

Ceramics Aren’t Enough. Bring on the Spaceships, Italian Town Says.

By JASON HOROWITZ from NYT World https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/30/world/europe/italy-space-virgin-galactic.html?partner=IFTTT

Philippine Bombing Kills 10, Showing Insurgents Remain a Problem

By FELIPE VILLAMOR from NYT World https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/30/world/asia/philippines-bombing-abu-sayyaf.html?partner=IFTTT

How Trump Allies Shifted Their Defense as Evidence of Contacts With Russians Grew

By MARK MAZZETTI from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/30/us/politics/rudy-giuliani-collusion-trump.html?partner=IFTTT

Former FEMA Official Accused of Sexual Misconduct That Spanned Years

By MATT STEVENS from NYT U.S. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/30/us/politics/fema-corey-coleman-harassment.html?partner=IFTTT

Quotation of the Day: Why Global Greening Isn’t as Great as It Sounds

By Unknown Author from NYT Today’s Paper https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/30/todayspaper/quotation-of-the-day-why-global-greening-isnt-as-great-as-it-sounds.html?partner=IFTTT

Review: In a New Orleans ‘House,’ Wealthy Women Are Haunted by Slavery’s Ghosts

By BEN BRANTLEY from NYT Theater https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/30/theater/the-house-that-will-not-stand-review-marcus-gardley.html?partner=IFTTT

With Trades, Yankees Pitching Staff Remains a Work in Progress

By BILLY WITZ from NYT Sports https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/30/sports/baseball/lance-lynn-yankees-trade.html?partner=IFTTT

Corrections: July 31, 2018

By Unknown Author from NYT Corrections https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/30/pageoneplus/corrections-july-31-2018.html?partner=IFTTT

The Third-Party Option

By DAVID BROOKS from NYT Opinion https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/30/opinion/third-party-2020-election-localism.html?partner=IFTTT

New York City Is Thriving. Why Is Transport Such a Nightmare?

By THE EDITORIAL BOARD from NYT Opinion https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/30/opinion/editorials/new-york-city-uber-lyft-via-transportation.html?partner=IFTTT

Four People, Including a 5-Year-Old Boy, Are Shot and Killed in Queens

By BENJAMIN MUELLER and HANNAH WULKAN from NYT New York https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/30/nyregion/queens-killings.html?partner=IFTTT

Murder Suspect Used Dating Apps to Prey on Women, Police Say

By ASHLEY SOUTHALL from NYT New York https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/30/nyregion/murder-tinder-uber-nurse-queens-nyc.html?partner=IFTTT

More to Come

By DEB AMLEN from NYT Crosswords & Games https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/30/crosswords/daily-puzzle-2018-07-31.html?partner=IFTTT

Bob Woodward’s New Book Will Detail ‘Harrowing Life’ Inside Trump White House

By MATT STEVENS and JASON M. BAILEY from NYT Business Day https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/30/business/bob-woodward-new-book-fear-trump.html?partner=IFTTT

Argos catalogue reveals unannounced DJI Mavic drone

The store's literature has photos and technical details of the as yet unannounced Mavic 2 Pro drone.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-45005880

Overwatch League: London Spitfire triumph in first final

London Spitfire scored a solid victory over its opponent, Philadelphia Fusion, in the e-sports final.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-45005980

US military draws up 'do not buy' list for software

US military programs and agencies will be stopped from using code that could compromise their work

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-45007337

FOX NEWS: North Korea possibly constructing new ICBM missiles: report

North Korea possibly constructing new ICBM missiles: report



North Korea is reportedly constructing new intercontinental ballistic missiles, despite reassurances from President Trump that the rogue nation is “no longer a nuclear threat.”

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/world/2018/07/31/north-korea-possibly-constructing-new-icbm-missiles-report.html

FOX NEWS: Deadly month: Japan's weather-related deaths top 300 in July

Deadly month: Japan's weather-related deaths top 300 in July



More than 300 people died in July from weather-related disasters in one of Japan's deadliest months in recent years.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/world/2018/07/31/deadly-month-japans-weather-related-deaths-top-300-in-july.html

FOX NEWS: Powerful bomb in van kills at least 10 in south Philippines

Powerful bomb in van kills at least 10 in south Philippines



A Filipino soldier, five militiamen and four villagers were killed by a powerful bomb that exploded in a van the troops were inspecting Tuesday amid threats of bombings in a southern province, military officials said.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/world/2018/07/31/powerful-bomb-in-van-kills-at-least-10-in-south-philippines.html

FOX NEWS: Washington Post claims North Korea working on new missiles

Washington Post claims North Korea working on new missiles



Satellite photos reportedly show that North Korea continues work on developing intercontinental missile technology.

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FOX NEWS: Generals from Koreas discuss easing military confrontation

Generals from Koreas discuss easing military confrontation



Generals from the rival Koreas met Tuesday at their shared border for talks meant to ease a decades-long military standoff, Seoul officials said.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/world/2018/07/30/generals-from-koreas-discuss-easing-military-confrontation.html

FOX NEWS: Rival Koreas' generals discuss easing military confrontation

Rival Koreas' generals discuss easing military confrontation



Generals from the rival Koreas met Tuesday at their shared border for talks meant to ease a decades-long military standoff, Seoul officials said.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/world/2018/07/30/rival-koreas-generals-discuss-easing-military-confrontation.html

FOX NEWS: Paraguay calls in UK envoy over tweet on freed peasants

Paraguay calls in UK envoy over tweet on freed peasants



The Paraguayan government expressed "discomfort" Monday over a tweet by Britain's ambassador that reacted to the acquittal of peasants convicted in the killing of police officers in a land dispute.

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FOX NEWS: Mexico had more homicides in 2017 than previously thought

Mexico had more homicides in 2017 than previously thought



The number of homicides in Mexico last year was higher than originally thought, with national statistics institute INEGI reporting Monday that there were 31,174 slayings in 2017.

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FOX NEWS: Prime Minister Conte on Trump, trade, immigration

Prime Minister Conte on Trump, trade, immigration



The Italian prime minister opens up about his U.S. visit on 'Special Report.'

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FOX NEWS: UN delays troop reduction in Somalia force

UN delays troop reduction in Somalia force



The Security Council voted Monday to delay the reduction of troops in the joint U.N.-African Union peacekeeping force in Somalia from October to February and its target date for Somali forces to take the lead in the country's security to December 2021.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/world/2018/07/30/un-delays-troop-reduction-in-somalia-force.html

Dixons Carphone admits data breach now affects 10 million

Retailer finds that personal details of an extra nine million customers may have been accessed last year.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-45016906

British Gas owner Centrica loses more customers

In the UK, 340,000 accounts, representing about 270,000 people, were closed in the first half of 2018.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-45016585

UK car production hit by 'perfect storm'

Industry body the SMMT says the 47% drop in production for the UK market in June was an "anomaly".

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-45011687

Uber halts development of self-driving trucks

The ride-hailing firm says it will now focus solely on the development of self-driving cars.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-45015893

Out-of-office: Would you quote Rick Astley?

Not everyone sticks to the standard out-of-office reply - we take a look at the more unusual ones.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-44947619

House of Fraser offered cash injection by Mike Ashley

The Sports Direct tycoon already owns an 11% stake in the department store chain.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-45013977

Ryanair threatened by fresh strikes in Germany

The budget airline has already cancelled hundreds of flights across Europe this month over strikes.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-45011688

Rivals eye Love Island's treasure trove

TV companies battle to find another format that can rival the success of ITV's reality hit.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-45003647

Mike Pompeo Indo-pacific strategy: US to spend $113m in Asia

The announcement comes at a time when the US and China are butting heads in a tit-for-tat trade war.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-45015403

The impact of trade tariffs on two US firms

Some firms have raised prices to shield them from the impact of tariffs, but others are under strain.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-45011587

Brewery fined over pensions failings

Brewer Samuel Smith and its chairman are sentenced after failing to give details to regulators.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-york-north-yorkshire-45008150

Trekking to Everest: 'Challenging but rewarding!'

As adventure tourism booms, more people are trekking the route to Mount Everest's base camp.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-44982300

Behind the seams at Max Mara

Max Mara is the quintessentially Italian fashion brand, but it's run by a former punk from Derbyshire.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-44967563

Overwatch League: London Spitfire triumph in first final

London Spitfire scored a solid victory over its opponent, Philadelphia Fusion, in the e-sports final.

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-45005980

Light saver

As a child, herder Richard Turere invented a device to stop lions killing cattle but who benefited?

from BBC News - Business https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-44398952

FOX NEWS: Cambodia ruling party wins election White House calls 'flawed'

Cambodia ruling party wins election White House calls 'flawed'



Cambodia's ruling party coasted to victory in Sunday's general election - a result rights groups slammed as illegitimate and that the Trump administration described as "flawed."

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/world/2018/07/29/cambodia-ruling-party-wins-election-white-house-calls-flawed.html

FOX NEWS: Turkey leader Erdogan warns US over sanctions threat in pastor case

Turkey leader Erdogan warns US over sanctions threat in pastor case



Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned the U.S. not to impose sanctions against his government over the ongoing imprisonment of an American pastor accused of espionage and terror-related charges.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/world/2018/07/29/turkey-leader-erdogan-warns-us-over-sanctions-threat-in-pastor-case.html

FOX NEWS: The Latest: Half of migrants at center of standoff off Malta

The Latest: Half of migrants at center of standoff off Malta



The Latest on Europe's response to mass migration (all times local): 9:45 p.m. Thirty migrants rescued from the Mediterranean Sea have left Malta for Portugal, part of a deal that ended a standoff over a private aid boat.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/world/2018/07/29/latest-half-migrants-at-center-standoff-off-malta.html

BT loses TV rights for 'ultimate fighting' and NBA basketball

The firm is understood to have lost the rights to broadcast NBA basketball and UFC ultimate fighting.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-45000791

Idaho inmates hack prison system and steal $225,000 in credits

The scheme was discovered after the prisoners boosted their accounts with artificial credits.

from BBC News - Technology https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-44975944

FOX NEWS: Ebola scare at Denver hospital after man just back from Congo exhibited symptoms

Ebola scare at Denver hospital after man just back from Congo exhibited symptoms



A man who recently worked to help those infected with the Ebola virus in eastern Congo exhibited flu-like symptoms on Sunday and potentially could have exposed the ambulance crew and others, The Denver Post reported.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/health/2018/07/30/ebola-scare-at-denver-hospital-after-man-just-back-from-congo-exhibited-symptoms.html

FOX NEWS: Study: 52% of men forgot significant other's birthday

Study: 52% of men forgot significant other's birthday



A poll found 52% of men and 24% of women have forgotten their significant other's birthday; memory expert Ron White shares insight.

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FOX NEWS: Toddler's birthday at beach results in bacterial infections, mom says

Toddler's birthday at beach results in bacterial infections, mom says



Last week, little Aaliyah Casola celebrated her 3rd birthday at a park in Key Biscayne, Fla. Less than a week later, she was hospitalized with two bacterial infections.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/health/2018/07/29/toddlers-birthday-at-beach-results-in-bacterial-infections-mom-says.html

FOX NEWS: Drug-abuse relapses: What to know

Drug-abuse relapses: What to know



The news of Demi Lovato’s apparent overdose and relapse has many people questioning how and why the starlet went down that destructible road again. Fox News’ Dr. Manny Alvarez sits down with two renowned addiction experts to find out just how common relapses are and how we can help prevent our loved ones from falling back into active addiction.

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FOX NEWS: Demi Lovato apparent overdose: How to keep loved ones from relapsing

Demi Lovato apparent overdose: How to keep loved ones from relapsing



The news of Demi Lovato’s apparent overdose and relapse has many people questioning how and why the starlet went down that destructible road again. Fox News’ Dr. Manny Alvarez sits down with two renowned addiction experts to find out just how common relapses are and how we can help prevent our loved ones from falling back into active addiction.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/health/2018/07/27/demi-lovato-apparent-overdose-how-to-keep-loved-ones-from-relapsing.html

FOX NEWS: 6-year-old shares touching skin-to-skin moment with baby brother in NICU

6-year-old shares touching skin-to-skin moment with baby brother in NICU



A Massachusetts boy’s touching skin-to-skin moment with his newborn brother is going viral after the boys’ mother shared the story behind it.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/health/2018/07/27/6-year-old-shares-touching-skin-to-skin-moment-with-baby-brother-in-nicu.html

FOX NEWS: Town celebrates boy's end of radiation treatments with ice cream party

Town celebrates boy's end of radiation treatments with ice cream party



An 8-year-old boy who has been battling leukemia for the past two years wanted to go out for ice cream to celebrate his final radiation treatment.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/health/2018/07/27/town-celebrates-boys-end-radiation-treatments-with-ice-cream-party.html

FOX NEWS: Cat parasite may make people more entrepreneurial

Cat parasite may make people more entrepreneurial



A parasite that infects some 30 to 50 percent of the world's human population may subtly prompt people to start businesses, according to a new study.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/health/2018/07/27/cat-parasite-may-make-people-more-entrepreneurial.html

FOX NEWS: China says vaccine maker Changsheng broke manufacturing rules, faked records: Xinhua

China says vaccine maker Changsheng broke manufacturing rules, faked records: Xinhua



China’s cabinet investigation group has found that vaccine maker Changsheng Bio-technology broke the law in manufacturing rabies vaccines, the state news agency Xinhua reported on Friday.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/health/2018/07/27/china-says-vaccine-maker-changsheng-broke-manufacturing-rules-faked-records-xinhua.html

FOX NEWS: Boy with deformed legs undergoes life-changing surgery at Tebow CURE Hospital

Boy with deformed legs undergoes life-changing surgery at Tebow CURE Hospital



An 11-year-old boy in the Philippines is recovering from a life-changing corrective surgery on his legs that was made possible by the Tim Tebow Foundation and CURE International.

via FOX NEWS http://foxnews.com/health/2018/07/27/boy-with-deformed-legs-undergoes-life-changing-surgery-at-tebow-cure-hospital.html