Wednesday 23 November 2016

Today's Headlines

Trump makes Thanksgiving unity call
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Donald Trump calls for unity in Thanksgiving holiday address
US President-elect Donald Trump calls for national unity in a Thanksgiving holiday address.
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Austrian far-right hopeful Hofer may back EU vote
Austria's far-right presidential candidate Norbert Hofer threatens to push for a vote on EU membership.
Tokyo sees first November snow in 54 years
The Japanese capital receives a dusting of snow, the first November snowfall in more than 50 years.
Deadly collapse at Chinese power station
At least 40 people are killed in an accident at a power station under construction in Jiangxi, China.
 
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Ukraine corruption and Russian aggression both on table at EU summit
Ahead of an anti-corruption meeting with EU, Ukraine says the focus should be on Russian aggression.
Stories from India
Meet the 'money mules' of cash crisis
People who have found ways to benefit from India's decision to make 86% of its currency illegal.
Kashmir clashes: Indian shelling 'kills nine on bus'
Pakistan says nine people were killed when India shelled a passenger bus in disputed Kashmir.
Veeraswamy: A Michelin star for duck vindaloo
Ever wondered where the combination of a curry and a pint came from?
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Growing farms on rooftops and land in Aleppo
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100 Women 2016: The Pakistani woman defying her family
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'Embarrassed' Obama daughters skip turkey pardon
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Panfilov's 28 Men: Is Russian war movie the whole story?
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An extremist in the family
Rasheed Benyahia was a boy from a Birmingham suburb, who enjoyed football and free running. Then one day he disappeared to join the so-called Islamic State in Syria.
Sport
Draw ensures Man City qualify for last 16
David Silva's equaliser against Borussia Monchengladbach ensures Manchester City reach the Champions League knockout stage.
Craig Cunningham: Ice hockey player in critical condition after collapsing
A professional ice hockey player is in a critical condition in hospital after collapsing moments before a match in America.
Messi scores twice as Celtic are knocked out of Europe
Celtic are knocked out of European competition as Lionel Messi's two goals give Barcelona victory to win Champions League Group C.
Business
UK economy 'resilient' despite £122bn hit to finances
Lower growth and higher debt are forecast but the chancellor says the UK economy is fit for Brexit.
Skyscanner sold to China travel firm Ctrip in $1.75bn deal
Travel search business Skyscanner is bought by Ctrip, China's biggest online travel firm, in a deal that values it at £1.4bn ($1.75bn).
 
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Technology
Breitbart news site blocked by ad exchange
A leading ad exchange blacklists Breitbart News because of concerns over hate speech and incitement to violence.
Cybersecurity school plan for Bletchley Park
Historic codebreaking site Bletchley Park could be turned into a cyberdefence training college.
Autos
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My family is buried in a car park
What happens when a sport arena is built next to your ancestors' resting place?
 
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Holiday travel made smarter
A former flight attendant reveals easy hacks for smoother departures
Capital
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Why shopping is like being on drugs
The 'shopper's high' isn't just in your imagination
 
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Another reason for women to be angry?
When it comes to feedback at work, men have this in their favour
Culture
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How love can help you learn a language
The surprising benefits – and pitfalls of bilingual relationships
 
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Pitt and Cotillard go to Casablanca
The stars' new war thriller evokes the Hollywood classic – but falls far short
Earth
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The greatest gathering of seabirds
Short-tailed shearwaters flock 10,000 miles to gather
 
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Cute courtship of monster reptiles
The world's largest reptiles have a gentle side
Future
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The mental talent that only humans have
You can time-travel in your mind - but there are downsides
 
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How to beat the fear of flying
Can tech help us feel calmer?
Travel
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The world's cheapest Michelin meal
There are only two dishes at this stall – but the wait can be up to 3 hours long
 
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The world's most generous countries
What motivates residents to donate their time and money?
 
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