CURRENT AFFAIRS AND BREAKING NEWS: 2018

Monday, December 31, 2018

Soccer: Late Mitrovic strike earns Fulham win over Huddersfield

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Soccer: Gerrard steers Rangers to long-awaited league win over Celtic

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Cricket: NZ seal series with victory in second Sri Lanka test

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Kim Jong Un's 2019 game plan for North Korea awaits

Kim Jong Un shocked the world in 2018 by transforming his image from nuclear-armed tyrant to global statesman.

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Retired general hits Trump as immoral and dishonest

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The US is much less inclusive than it was two years ago. Here's why

If it feels like the US has become increasingly divided along race, gender, and other identity lines — it's because it has.

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Trump hits pause on Syria plans, senator says

Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham said on Sunday that withdrawing US troops from Syria could directly result in the deaths of Kurdish people there and that he plans to make a case to President Donald Trump today to reconsider his plans.

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Manafort pressured by Russians during Trump campaign, Time magazine reports

Paul Manafort was pressured by a former Russian associate to pay back millions he owed during the time he was running Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign, according to a new report from Time magazine.

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11 countries going ahead in trade deal without US

A major 11-country agreement goes into effect Sunday, reshaping trade rules among economic powerhouses like Japan, Canada, Mexico and Australia — but the United States won't be a part of it.

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Lion escapes at US zoo, kills intern

A lion killed a worker Sunday at a North Carolina zoological park after it escaped a locked enclosure during a routine cleaning, officials said.

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Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte claims he abused maid as teenager

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has claimed he molested a maid while in high school -- comments his spokesman later said were "made up."

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6.8-kilogram baby is twice the size of most newborns

A baby born in Arlington, Texas, weighed nearly 15 pounds; mother and son are both healthy.

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Fisherman pulls up suspected cocaine

A fisherman returning to land in Monroe County, Florida, pulled almost 60 pounds of suspected cocaine out of the water on Saturday morning.

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'50-50' chance Brexit won't happen, says senior UK minister

A senior UK government minister has warned there is a "50-50" chance Brexit won't happen, if Prime Minister Theresa May's deal is voted down in Parliament next month.

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In holiday message, Putin says Russia 'open to dialogue' with US

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia was "open to dialogue" with the US in a holiday message to President Donald Trump.

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With an eye to power and profit, Beijing is building influence in the Arctic

In its quest to become a global superpower, China has regularly become entangled in territorial disputes with its neighbors, butting up against international law.

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Locked up for trying to take his own life, in a country where suicide is still a crime

Last year Ifeanyi Ugokwe was arrested and locked up for weeks. His crime: he tried to take his own life.

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Bangladesh PM wins 3rd term in vote marred by violence

At least 15 people were killed in election-related clashes in Bangladesh on Sunday, local police officials told CNN.

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Congo voters cast ballots in election delayed for 2 years

Citizens of the Democratic Republic of the Congo headed to the polls Sunday for a long-delayed presidential election originally scheduled to be held in 2016.

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The African leader who may be following in Putin's footsteps

Yet another delay of the Democratic Republic of Congo's long-awaited presidential election has raised questions over the vote's credibility, sparking violent protests in parts of the country already roiled by conflict and an ongoing Ebola outbreak.

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Elections, economics and the world's biggest pilgrimage: India in 2019

This year brought big changes to Indian society. The Supreme Court decriminalized gay sex and scrapped an outdated adultery law, both relics of the colonial past, while the #MeToo movement finally arrived in a country notorious for sexual violence against women.

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'Absolutely Fabulous' actress Dame June Whitfield dies at 93

British actress Dame June Whitfield -- perhaps best known for her role in the sitcom "Absolutely Fabulous" -- has died at age 93.

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From community center to 'enemy of the state'

It's almost 6pm in a rundown area of Budapest, and the Aurora community centre is shifting into its evening groove.

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Bald eagle makes surprise landings on football fans

A bald eagle failed to return to its handler during the national anthem at the Cotton Bowl, instead opting to land on two fans in the stadium. HLN's Coy Wire explains.

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Egypt security forces kill 40 suspected terrorists in raids after bus bomb

Egyptian security forces killed 40 alleged terrorists in raids in the Giza and North Sinai regions early Saturday, state media reported, a day after four people were killed when a roadside bomb struck a tourist bus in Giza.

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Sudan opposition leader arrested after protest crackdown, party says

Sudanese opposition leader Omar el-Digeir has been arrested after a crackdown on anti-government protests held across Sudan on Friday, his Sudanese Congress Party said.

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Why this man married a cyber celebrity

Akihiko Kondo doesn't have the air of a rebel. This year, however, the bespectacled school administrator bucked conventional norms.

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Khashoggi's killing has left Saudi Arabia scrambling to do right thing

Details of what happened October 2 were being drip-fed by Turkish officials with the narrative skill of TV scriptwriters hooking a global audience into an addictive box set.

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There may be a nude selfie in the Mueller probe evidence

A Russian company told a federal court Thursday that it believes that among the terabytes of data collected by special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation is a nude selfie.

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See the opioid crisis plaguing San Francisco

Homelessness and the opioid epidemic are plaguing San Francisco streets. CNN's Dan Simon reports on how the city is fighting back.

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I hope someone beats my records: Shiffrin

Mikaela Shiffrin began 2018 with a New Year's Day victory in Oslo, she ended it with the most World Cup wins by any competitor in a calendar year and surpassing her childhood idol as the most successful female slalom skier in history.

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CNN reporter reveals IVF struggles

CNN Entertainment reporter Chloe Melas and husband Brian Mazza announce they are expecting their second son and share their journey with IVF.

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Minority take up 'life-saving' free health check

It can pick up preventable heart problems - and more people should be getting the routine check.

Child health record 'red book' to go online

The measure is part of government plans in England to improve care from pregnancy to post-birth.

The breakthroughs that could save our lives

From reversing blindness and paralysis to new treatments for cancer and infertility.

New Year Honours 2019: Sepsis campaigner appointed MBE

Melissa Mead campaigned for greater awareness of sepsis after the death of her son, William.

Couple have baby after Facebook group pays for IVF

The couple, who both had cancer as teenagers, wanted to have a second baby but could not afford IVF.

The simple tips to improve your health

The list of things we should do to become healthier can seem endless, so we asked experts for their one top tip.

How to resist 'drink pushers' during the festive season

Actor Stephen McGann and others call for more tolerance for non-drinkers.

Parking fees rise at many hospitals in 2017-18, analysis finds

Some NHS trusts doubled the cost of certain stays in 2017-18, freedom of information requests show.

Why are more boys than girls born every single year?

Is it just down to evolution or male sperm swimming that little bit faster?

‘Losing 18st left me uncomfortable in my own skin’

Jack Towers is crowdfunding for surgery to remove his excess skin, but the NHS won't pay for it.

Smoking v vaping: Watch lab test results

E-cigarettes are significantly less harmful than traditional cigarettes, a government advisory body says.

Care home trials virtual cycling trips for dementia patients

Care home staff say a cycling scheme has improved wellbeing among residents living with dementia.

Government on global hunt for top professionals to revive Air India: PTI in Mint

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The buddies who send recovery parcels for support

Strangers with long-term mental and physical illnesses are being paired up and encouraged to send gifts to one another to stop them feeling isolated.

Putin tells Trump that Moscow is open for dialogue

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Reality Check: Do you sleep worse at Christmas?

Sleep disruption has a big effect in the short-term - but what about longer term?

Cricket: Assured India sniff maiden series win in Sydney

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China to kick off year of sensitive anniversaries with major speech on Taiwan

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North Korea's Kim sent message to Trump on nuclear talks: Chosun Ilbo

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Tough South China Sea talks ahead as Vietnam seeks to curb China's actions

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Bangladesh PM takes big lead as opposition rejects poll alleging vote rigging

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In Bangladesh, some voters allege being barred from polling booths

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Many opposition candidates pull out of Bangladesh election citing vote rigging: media

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Bangladesh opposition rejects poll results, demands fresh vote

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Afghanistan to delay presidential election to July: election body

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Bangladesh election violence kills 17 people, police say

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Purvanchal University vice-chancellor urges students to kill instead of complaining

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Taliban dismiss Afghanistan's peace talks offer

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Exclusive: U.S. commanders recommend letting Kurdish fighters in Syria keep weapons

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Turnout falters but France's "yellow vest" protests rumble on

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Cricket: Buoyant India thrash Australia by 137 runs in Melbourne

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Cricket - Batsmen will be running scared of Bumrah after Melbourne masterclass: Kohli

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हरमनप्रीत बनीं ICC टी20 टीम की कप्तान, इन दो खिलाड़ियों ने भी बढ़ाया देश का सम्मान

Latest And Breaking Hindi News Headlines, News In Hindi | अमर उजाला हिंदी न्यूज़ | - Amar Ujala http://bit.ly/2EYIhpJ आईसीसी (इंटरनेशनल क्रिकेट काउंसिल) ने साल 2018 के आखिरी दिन महिला वन-डे और टी-20 टीम का एलान किया है।

रोहित शर्मा के घर गूंजी किलकारियां, बेबी गर्ल को देखने ऑस्ट्रेलिया छोड़ भारत के लिए हुए रवाना

Latest And Breaking Hindi News Headlines, News In Hindi | अमर उजाला हिंदी न्यूज़ | - Amar Ujala http://bit.ly/2RnyejB भारत-ऑस्ट्रेलिया के बीच चार मैचों की टेस्ट सीरीज के अंतिम व निर्णायक मुकाबले से पहले टीम इंडिया के लिए बुरी खबर है।

मशरफे मुर्तजा का राजनीति में शानदार डेब्यू, आम चुनावों में बड़े अंतर से जीती नरैल सीट

Latest And Breaking Hindi News Headlines, News In Hindi | अमर उजाला हिंदी न्यूज़ | - Amar Ujala http://bit.ly/2GNvCrs बांग्लादेश क्रिकेट टीम के स्टार ऑलराउंडर मशरफे मुर्तजा के राजनीतिक करियर का शानदार आगाज हुआ है।

अमिताभ बच्चन ने टीम इंडिया की जीत पर लिखी कविता, 'टिम पेन पर कसा तंज'

Latest And Breaking Hindi News Headlines, News In Hindi | अमर उजाला हिंदी न्यूज़ | - Amar Ujala http://bit.ly/2EXhkCH टीम इंडिया टेस्ट क्रिकेट के इतिहास में 150 या इससे ज्यादा जीत दर्ज करने वाला दुनिया का पांचवां देश बन गया है। टेस्ट इतिहास में सबसे ज्यादा जीत दर्ज करने का रिकॉर्ड ऑस्ट्रेलिया के नाम दर्ज है।

अलविदा 2018: विदेशों में हार के बावजूद शानदार रहा टीम इंडिया का सफर, टेस्ट रैंकिंग में रही अव्वल

Latest And Breaking Hindi News Headlines, News In Hindi | अमर उजाला हिंदी न्यूज़ | - Amar Ujala http://bit.ly/2GNODKi आईसीसी की ताजा रैंकिग में टीम इंडिया के 116 अंक हैं और वह दूसरे स्थान पर काबिज इंग्लैंड (108 अंक) से आठ अंक आगे है।

बुमराह दुनिया के श्रेष्ठ गेंदबाज: विराट कोहली

Latest And Breaking Hindi News Headlines, News In Hindi | अमर उजाला हिंदी न्यूज़ | - Amar Ujala http://bit.ly/2CFvlm1 टीम इंडिया के कप्तान विराट कोहली ने कहा इस जीत का श्रेय हमारे गेंदबाजों को जाता है, विशेषकर बुमराह को।

मेलबर्न टेस्ट गंवाते ही ऑस्ट्रेलिया ने बदली रणनीति, चौथे मैच के लिए इस खिलाड़ी को टीम में शामिल किया

Latest And Breaking Hindi News Headlines, News In Hindi | अमर उजाला हिंदी न्यूज़ | - Amar Ujala http://bit.ly/2RpoMwd ऑस्ट्रेलिया ने गुरूवार को सिडनी में शुरू हो रहे चौथे और अंतिम टेस्ट के लिए रविवार को लेग स्पिनर करने वाले ऑल राउंडर मार्नस लाबुशेन को टीम में शामिल किया।

मयंक-पुजारा का मजाक उड़ाकर पछताए ऑस्ट्रेलियाई कमेंटेटर, पत्र लिखकर मांगी माफी

Latest And Breaking Hindi News Headlines, News In Hindi | अमर उजाला हिंदी न्यूज़ | - Amar Ujala http://bit.ly/2CEZrX0 आलोचकों के निशाने पर चल रहे ऑस्ट्रेलिया के क्रिकेटर से कमेंटेटर बने केरी ओकीफी ने रविवार को भारतीय प्रशंसकों और खिलाड़ियों को खुला पत्र लिखकर तीसरे टेस्ट मैच के दौरान की गई अपनी विवादास्पद टिप्पणियों के लिए माफी मांगी।

रणजी ट्रॉफी राउंड अप: कृणाल-जाफर के शतक, यहां देखें पहले दिन का हाल

Latest And Breaking Hindi News Headlines, News In Hindi | अमर उजाला हिंदी न्यूज़ | - Amar Ujala http://bit.ly/2LHw4pI अनुभवी वसीम जाफर ने अपनी शानदार फार्म जारी रखते हुए रविवार को यहां 178 रन की आकर्षक पारी खेली जिससे विदर्भ ने मुंबई के खिलाफ रणजी ट्रॉफी एलीट ग्रुप ए मैच के पहले दिन चार विकेट पर 389 रन बनाकर बड़े स्कोर की तरफ कदम बढ़ाए।

ऑस्ट्रेलिया के इस 7 वर्षीय सह कप्तान ने दी टीम इंडिया को बधाई, वायरल हुआ VIDEO

Latest And Breaking Hindi News Headlines, News In Hindi | अमर उजाला हिंदी न्यूज़ | - Amar Ujala http://bit.ly/2QfTpQk भारत टेस्ट क्रिकेट में 150 या इससे ज्यादा जीत दर्ज करने वाला दुनिया का पांचवां देश बन गया है।

टिम पेन ने किया सरेंडर, बोले- 'स्मिथ-वॉर्नर की गैर मौजूदगी में भारी पड़े भारतीय तेज गेंदबाज'

Latest And Breaking Hindi News Headlines, News In Hindi | अमर उजाला हिंदी न्यूज़ | - Amar Ujala http://bit.ly/2QcecUy टिम पेन ने स्वीकार किया कि उनके बल्लेबाज प्रतिबंधित स्टीव स्मिथ और डेविड वॉर्नर की गैरमौजूदगी में मेहमान टीम के बेहद उम्दा गेंदबाजी आक्रमण का सामना करने में नाकाम रहे।

कप्तान कोहली ने की पुजारा की प्रशंसा, राहुल द्रविड़ ने भी बताया 'संकटमोचक'

Latest And Breaking Hindi News Headlines, News In Hindi | अमर उजाला हिंदी न्यूज़ | - Amar Ujala http://bit.ly/2GJreJS चेतेश्वर पुजारा 2014-15 में ऑस्ट्रेलिया दौरे पर काफी अच्छा प्रदर्शन नहीं कर पाए थे, लेकिन कोहली का मानना है कि सौराष्ट्र का यह बल्लेबाज टीम की जरूरतों के अनुसार 'अपने खेल में बदलाव का लचीलापन' दिखा रहा है।

कोहली-मैरीकोम का साल 2018 में दबदबा, इन स्टार खिलाड़ियों ने भी बढ़ाई भारत की शान

Latest And Breaking Hindi News Headlines, News In Hindi | अमर उजाला हिंदी न्यूज़ | - Amar Ujala http://bit.ly/2BQkPXJ भारतीय कप्तान विराट कोहली ने अपनी शानदार बल्लेबाजी से 2018 में भी विश्व क्रिकेट में दबदबा बनाए रखा और महिला मुक्केबाज एमसी मैरीकाम ने नया इतिहास रचा जबकि बीते वर्ष भारतीय खेलों को नए और युवा स्टार भी मिले।

'मैन ऑफ द मैच' से सम्मानित बुमराह बोले, 'टेस्ट क्रिकेट खेलना ही था सबसे बड़ा सपना'

Latest And Breaking Hindi News Headlines, News In Hindi | अमर उजाला हिंदी न्यूज़ | - Amar Ujala http://bit.ly/2SncP7G भारत ने बॉक्सिंग-डे मैच में ऑस्ट्रेलिया को 137 रन से हराकर टेस्ट क्रिकेट के इतिहास में 150वीं जीत दर्ज की।

टीम इंडिया ने मेलबर्न टेस्ट में लहराया विजयी परचम, इन 5 खिलाड़ियों के सिर सजा जीत का सेहरा

Latest And Breaking Hindi News Headlines, News In Hindi | अमर उजाला हिंदी न्यूज़ | - Amar Ujala http://bit.ly/2Vm5kQn टीम इंडिया ने रविवार को बॉक्सिंग-डे मैच के पांचवें व अंतिम दिन ऑस्ट्रेलिया को 137 रन से हराकर टेस्ट क्रिकेट के इतिहास में 150वीं जीत दर्ज की।