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US carrier in Persian Gulf region sends clear signal to Iran
The USS Abraham Lincoln, with its contingent of Navy destroyers and cruisers and a fighting force of about 70 aircraft, is the centerpiece of the Pentagon's response to what it calls Iranian threats to attack U.S. forces or commercial shipping in the Persian Gulf...
Two children killed in Michigan after drunk driver hits Amish horse-drawn buggy: police
Two children were killed and two others critically injured when an allegedly intoxicated driver crashed into an Amish horse-drawn buggy in southern Michigan, police said. Source: Fox News - National Two children killed in Michigan after drunk driver hits Amish...
Boys are invisible victims in sex trafficking
Join us during Fox Report with Jon Scott for an exclusive look into a home that helps young boys who have been sex trafficked. Source: Fox News - National Boys are invisible victims in sex trafficking
Whitey Bulger praised Trump in letters from prison, criticized Mueller
Letters sent from prison by the former Irish mob boss, detailed his love for President Donald Trump, and annoyance at the Mueller probe. Source: Fox News - National Whitey Bulger praised Trump in letters from prison, criticized Mueller
Sex abuse crisis tops agenda as Southern Baptists convene
The Southern Baptist Convention convenes its annual national meeting Tuesday, and sex abuse by clergy and staff is expected to be the big topic of conversation. Source: Fox News - National Sex abuse crisis tops agenda as Southern Baptists convene
Border agent saves migrant woman, son after finding them covered in 'thousands of bees'
A border agent is being hailed a hero after officials say he rescued a migrant woman and her son, 8, after finding them covered in “thousands of bees.” Source: Fox News - National Border agent saves migrant woman, son after finding them covered in 'thousands of...
Small plane crashes after taking off from Long Island airport
A single-engine plane with two occupants on board erupted in flames after it crashed Saturday shortly after taking off from a Long Island airport, according to reports. Source: Fox News - National Small plane crashes after taking off from Long Island airport
Connecticut cops face new deadline as they try to crack case of missing mom Jennifer Dulos
Detectives in Connecticut are running on borrowed time as the two-week mark of Jennifer Dulos' disappearance has come and gone. Source: Fox News - National Connecticut cops face new deadline as they try to crack case of missing mom Jennifer Dulos
Pickup hits Amish horse-drawn carriage, killing 2 kids
Authorities say a pickup truck rear-ended an Amish horse-drawn carriage in southern Michigan, killing two children and seriously injuring two others and a woman who were in the carriage. Source: Fox News - National Pickup hits Amish horse-drawn carriage, killing 2...
Virginia man back in US after court questions deportation
A northern Virginia man who says he fears torture at the hands of Israeli authorities is back in the U.S. after a judge's order forced immigration authorities to reverse his deportation and bring him back from Israel before he ever got off the plane. Source: Fox News...
Europe
Man admits to cyberattack on German politicians
Source: CNN Europe Man admits to cyberattack on German politicians
50,000 people hit the streets across France in new 'yellow vest' protests
Source: CNN Europe 50,000 people hit the streets across France in new 'yellow vest' protests
EU anti-tax avoidance rules target multinationals
New EU rules to eliminate the main loopholes used in corporate tax avoidance came into force on 1 January, with legally binding anti-abuse measures targeting tax practises of some large multinationals. Source: European Business News EU anti-tax avoidance rules target...
Several killed in train accident on Danish bridge
Source: CNN Europe Several killed in train accident on Danish bridge
The secret drink recipe used to cure royals
Produced by Budapest based beverage company Zwack, Unicum is a herbal liqueur made from a secret recipe that's a regular fixture in bars across the city. Source: CNN Europe The secret drink recipe used to cure royals
11 of Budapest's best festivals
Straddling the picturesque Danube, Budapest provides the perfect backdrop for a festival and this city definitely knows how to put on a show. Source: CNN Europe 11 of Budapest's best festivals
The chef driving Hungary's food revolution
Hungary is not a country known for its cutting-edge cuisine, but rather its traditional meaty stews, creamy soups, plum dumplings and fried dough. Source: CNN Europe The chef driving Hungary's food revolution
The chef driving Hungary's food revolution
Hungary is not a country known for its cutting-edge cuisine, but rather its traditional meaty stews, creamy soups, plum dumplings and fried dough. Source: CNN Europe The chef driving Hungary's food revolution
The ultimate wellness guide to Budapest
Renowned the world over for its beautiful architecture and breathtaking views, visitors flock to Budapest each year to experience the city's spas and wellness centers. Source: CNN Europe The ultimate wellness guide to Budapest
Budapest's best cakes and where to find them
It's possible there's no better place than Budapest to while away an afternoon in a coffee house with a cake -- or three. Source: CNN Europe Budapest's best cakes and where to find them
Asia
Vendor fined S$4,000 for coding error that caused disclosure of NSmen’s personal data
SINGAPORE: A vendor has been fined S$4,000 for a coding error that led to the disclosure of the personal data of more than 400 national servicemen last year. The vendor, Option Gift, maintains Uniqrewards, an online portal through which NSmen redeem credits and gifts...
Barrett laid low by stomach bug, says Hurricanes coach
New Zealand's first-choice flyhalf Beauden Barrett missed Saturday’s Super Rugby clash between his Wellington Hurricanes side and the Lions due to a stomach bug, Hurricanes coach John Plumtree said. Source: Channel News Asia Barrett laid low by stomach bug, says...
Mladenovic and Babos claim women's doubles title in Paris
PARIS: Hungary's Timea Babos and France's Kristina Mladenovic won the French Open women's doubles title when they thrashed China's Duan Yingying and Zheng Saisai 6-2 6-3 in the final on Sunday. The second seeds claimed their second Grand Slam title together after last...
Bangladesh highway blocked as fishermen protest catch ban
Several thousand fishermen blocked Bangladesh's busiest highway Sunday, police said, as protests escalated over a two-month fishing ban in the Bay of Bengal. Source: Channel News Asia Bangladesh highway blocked as fishermen protest catch ban
G20 agrees to wrap up Big Tech tax rules by 2020
Group of 20 finance ministers agreed on Sunday to compile common rules to close loopholes used by global tech giants such as Facebook to reduce their corporate taxes, a final communique issued by the bloc showed on Sunday. Source: Channel News Asia - Business G20...
Nazarbayev ally set to win Kazakh vote as hundred of protesters detained
ALMATY: Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the interim president of Kazakhstan hand-picked by veteran leader Nursultan Nazarbayev as his successor, will confirm his position on Sunday (Jun 9) in an election triggered by Nazarbayev's resignation. Nazarbayev, who had run the...
French finance minister says necessary to preserve Renault-Nissan alliance
French finance minister Bruno Le Maire on Sunday said it was necessary to preserve the alliance between Renault SA and Japan's Nissan Motor Co Ltd, which he said has benefited the French automaker with synergies and technology. Source: Channel News Asia French finance...
Hundreds of thousands march in Hong Kong to protest China extradition bill
Thousands of people were gathering in Hong Kong on Sunday to protest against a proposed extradition law that would allow suspects to be sent to China to face trial, with police bracing for the biggest march in the city in 15 years. Source: Channel News Asia Hundreds...
14 PMDs seized during weekend sting
SINGAPORE: Fourteen personal mobility devices (PMDs) were impounded after several riders were caught flouting rules during enforcement operations over the weekend. The Land Transport Authority (LTA) said in a Facebook post on Sunday (Jun 9) that 70 active mobility...
Tennis champion Barty backs Matildas for French success
PARIS: Ash Barty was not the only Australian sportswoman competing in elite competition in France this weekend and the newly-crowned Grand Slam tennis champion has sent a message of support to the Matildas ahead of their women's World Cup opener. The 23-year-old Barty...