So what's wrong with UK elections in December?

It's finally happening. Three and a half years after the UK sent itself into Brexit-induced political paralysis, Prime Minister Boris Johnson is trying to break through by calling an election in December.

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Dramatic images show impact of deadly earthquakes in Philippines

At least 14 people have died after a series of earthquakes rattled the southern Philippines.

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So what's wrong with UK elections in December?

It's finally happening. Three and a half years after the UK sent itself into Brexit-induced political paralysis, Prime Minister Boris Johnson is trying to break through by calling an election in December.

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Dramatic images show impact of deadly earthquakes in Philippines

At least 14 people have died after a series of earthquakes rattled the southern Philippines.

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A teenager admitted to killing a 10-year-old girl. But in China, he can't be charged

The alleged murder of a 10-year-old girl by a 13-year-old boy in China has raised questions over the country's criminal responsibility laws after it was announced the suspect cannot be charged.

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A teenager admitted to killing a 10-year-old girl. But in China, he can't be charged

The alleged murder of a 10-year-old girl by a 13-year-old boy in China has raised questions over the country's criminal responsibility laws after it was announced the suspect cannot be charged.

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Canada denies sharing Huawei CFO Meng's devices details with FBI: court documents

The Canadian attorney general has filed affidavits asserting that information identifying Huawei Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou's electronic devices was not shared with the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) during her December 2018 arrest in Vancouver, court documents showed on Thursday.

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U.S. imposes new Iran sanctions, but waives others

The United States said on Thursday it had imposed sanctions on the Iranian construction sector and trade in four materials used in its military or nuclear programs, even as it waived sanctions to let foreign firms continue non-proliferation work in Iran.

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Pompeo says Chinese Communist Party wants 'international domination'

The Chinese Communist Party wants "international domination" and has embarked on a "global campaign" to sway countries to their side, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Wednesday.

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Pompeo says Chinese Communist Party wants 'international domination'

The Chinese Communist Party wants "international domination" and has embarked on a "global campaign" to sway countries to their side, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Wednesday.

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Trump administration considers adding more countries to travel ban list

Trump administration officials are discussing adding more countries to the travel ban list, two sources tell CNN, potentially expanding the controversial ban that has been criticized as discriminating against Muslims.

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Trump administration considers adding more countries to travel ban list

Trump administration officials are discussing adding more countries to the travel ban list, two sources tell CNN, potentially expanding the controversial ban that has been criticized as discriminating against Muslims.

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There are more than 10 fires currently burning in California

Firefighters in California have been batting numerous blazes non-stop, trying to save millions of people and homes from the flames.

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Facebook denied financial services opportunities to women and older people, lawsuit alleges

Facebook is facing a proposed class action lawsuit for allegedly denying people financial services products based on age and gender.

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Cuba Gooding Jr. pleads not guilty to new sexual abuse charges

A third accuser has emerged in the Cuba Gooding Jr. sexual misconduct case. Gooding has now been charged by police in three separate incidents, on three separate dates, involving three separate accusers in New York.

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There are more than 10 fires currently burning in California

Firefighters in California have been batting numerous blazes non-stop, trying to save millions of people and homes from the flames.

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Facebook denied financial services opportunities to women and older people, lawsuit alleges

Facebook is facing a proposed class action lawsuit for allegedly denying people financial services products based on age and gender.

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Cuba Gooding Jr. pleads not guilty to new sexual abuse charges

A third accuser has emerged in the Cuba Gooding Jr. sexual misconduct case. Gooding has now been charged by police in three separate incidents, on three separate dates, involving three separate accusers in New York.

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Thai king creates boot camp-style 'unity' courses

Thousands of civil servants, police and teachers are being sent to a military camp in Thailand for intensive training in community service and loyalty to the monarchy, according to the Royal Palace and interviews with trainees and organizers.

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Vulnerable Democrats face new challenge

One after the other, almost every Democrat in tough House races across the country voted on Thursday to establish the rules for the impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump, despite Republican predictions it will end their political careers.

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Keystone Pipeline leaks 383,000 gallons of oil in North Dakota

Part of the Keystone 1 Pipeline in North Dakota was shut down after a leak of about 9,120 barrels of oil -- 383,040 gallons -- was discovered, TC Energy company said in a statement.

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Vulnerable Democrats face new challenge

One after the other, almost every Democrat in tough House races across the country voted on Thursday to establish the rules for the impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump, despite Republican predictions it will end their political careers.

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Keystone Pipeline leaks 383,000 gallons of oil in North Dakota

Part of the Keystone 1 Pipeline in North Dakota was shut down after a leak of about 9,120 barrels of oil -- 383,040 gallons -- was discovered, TC Energy company said in a statement.

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Fire on train in Pakistan kills 10 after gas canister blast

A fire broke out on a train in Pakistan on Thursday when a gas canister used to cook food exploded, killing at least 10 people and injuring 15, media reported, citing government and rescue officials.

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New Zealand bans video game glorifying Christchurch mosque shooting

New Zealand's Chief Censor said on Thursday he had banned a video game that appeared to glorify the mass shooting in Christchurch earlier this year that killed 51 Muslim worshippers.

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Fire on train in Pakistan kills 10

A fire on a train in Pakistan on Thursday killed 10 people, media reported, citing Minister for Railways Sheikh Rashid Ahmed.

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World Series Game 7: Houston Astros host the Washington Nationals but the home team has lost every game

You could almost say the Washington Nationals have the Houston Astros right where they want them.

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World Series Game 7: Houston Astros host the Washington Nationals but the home team has lost every game

You could almost say the Washington Nationals have the Houston Astros right where they want them.

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Samsung profits plunge 56% but strong smartphone sales offer a boost

Samsung's operating profit plunged 56% in the third quarter compared to last year as the company continues to struggle with sluggish demand for memory chips. But the company said chip sales should pick up in 2020, drawing a line under the prolonged industry downturn.

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Samsung profits plunge 56% but strong smartphone sales offer a boost

Samsung's operating profit plunged 56% in the third quarter compared to last year as the company continues to struggle with sluggish demand for memory chips. But the company said chip sales should pick up in 2020, drawing a line under the prolonged industry downturn.

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Hong Kong braces for Halloween protest march to famous party zone

Authorities in Hong Kong tightened security and braced for potential evening clashes between masked "Halloween" pro-democracy protesters and fancy-dressed clubbers in a popular party district in the heart of the city.

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Peru announces reforms to 'improve lives' as protests rock neighboring countries

Peru's government on Wednesday announced plans for an ambitious reform package including better health care and a higher minimum wage amid regional protests against market reforms and social injustice that have rocked neighbors Ecuador and Chile.

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Pompeo says U.S. must confront China's Communist Party

U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Wednesday stepped up recent U.S. rhetoric targeting China's ruling Communist Party, saying it was focused on international domination and needed to be confronted.

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Second minister resigns from Japan PM's cabinet over alleged scandal

Japan's justice minister stepped down on Thursday - the second resignation from Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's newly formed cabinet in less than a week - after a media report that his office gave out gifts such as potatoes and corn to constituents.

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Bartender wins $50,000 after getting a lottery ticket for a tip

A bartender in Missouri got a massive tip when a customer left her a winning lottery ticket worth $50,000.

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Dog the Bounty Hunter pays tribute to his late wife on her birthday

Duane "Dog the Bounty Hunter" Chapman took a few moments on social media to remember his late wife Beth Chapman on what would have been her 52nd birthday.

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Bartender wins $50,000 after getting a lottery ticket for a tip

A bartender in Missouri got a massive tip when a customer left her a winning lottery ticket worth $50,000.

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Dog the Bounty Hunter pays tribute to his late wife on her birthday

Duane "Dog the Bounty Hunter" Chapman took a few moments on social media to remember his late wife Beth Chapman on what would have been her 52nd birthday.

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'Wizard rock' stolen from national park

A 1-ton boulder disappeared from the side of a highway in Arizona's Prescott National Forest. Now, Forest officials are reaching out to the public for help recovering the hefty loot.

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Missing sharks mystery stuns scientist

Shark spotters say Cape Town's world-famous great whites have disappeared. So where have they gone?

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'Wizard rock' stolen from national park

A 1-ton boulder disappeared from the side of a highway in Arizona's Prescott National Forest. Now, Forest officials are reaching out to the public for help recovering the hefty loot.

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Missing sharks mystery stuns scientist

Shark spotters say Cape Town's world-famous great whites have disappeared. So where have they gone?

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Australian police freeze multi-million dollar properties in Chinese crime link probe

The Australian Federal Police (AFP) said on Thursday it had frozen properties worth A$17.3 million ($11.9 million), including a "supersized mansion" as part of an investigation into money laundering by Chinese nationals.

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Clash between rival gangs leaves six dead at Mexican jail

Six inmates were killed on Wednesday in a clash between rival groups at a prison in the central Mexican state of Morelos, including one of the former leaders of a criminal gang blamed for the 2014 disappearance of 43 student teachers, state authorities said.

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Japan Justice Minister Kawai resigns, second minister to quit in a week

Japanese Justice Minister Katsuyuki Kawai resigned on Thursday following media reports of election irregularities by his wife, who is a ruling party lawmaker, becoming the second cabinet minister to step down in less than a week.

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