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Saturday, November 30, 2019

Suddenly, the Chinese Threat to Australia Seems Very Real


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Chile football season called off early amid protests

All matches were suspended six weeks ago due to security concerns amid anti-government protests.

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David Warner pummels Pakistan with double century in Adelaide Test


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Despite the cold shoulder, the I-League counts where it matters


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Guardiola wants to stay at Man City beyond 2021


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Davis Cup: India take 2-0 lead against Pakistan


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West Indies complete formalities, win by 9 wickets


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Windies' Rutherford keen to make a mark in India


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Apple to take 'deeper look' at disputed borders

The review comes after the tech giant was criticised for maps showing Crimea as Russian territory.

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Chennaiyin FC part ways with coach John Gregory


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Arsenal appoint Ljungberg as interim boss after sacking Emery


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Making Your Own Chain Sprockets, The Tidy Way


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New Show Hacker News story: Show HN: Nymph, a C like programming language

Show HN: Nymph, a C like programming language
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Jesus manger: Relic to return to Bethlehem in time for Christmas

Christians await the return of the thumb-sized relic, which spent almost 1,400 years in Rome.

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Rediscovering the forgotten Indian artists of British India

The East India Company commissioned some remarkable artwork from Indian painters in the 18th Century.

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How BBC's Katy Watson pumped breast milk through polls and protests

Katy Watson covered a turbulent time in South America while still producing a food supply for baby Isadora.

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How contestant was failed in Spain's Big Brother sex assault case

Carlota Prado had no memory of what had happened until she was shown it in the diary room.

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Sham news sites make big bucks from fake views

Websites that copy news stories from legitimate sites are making money from Google and Amazon ads.

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Priya: India's female comic superhero returns to rescue 'stolen girls'

The fictional female superhero and her pet tiger fight trafficking in the latest Priya Shakti comic.

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New Show Hacker News story: Show HN: Flashcard app to learn the vocabulary of English books/series/movies

Show HN: Flashcard app to learn the vocabulary of English books/series/movies
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Made this app because I was tired of not knowing 50 words/book when I read in English. You can try it on the AppStore searching "Quicky app". For Android user please use the web mobile version at https://quicky.app/. The Desktop version has a shitty responsive design. IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are not French, you will want to tell you are to try the features of the app (sorry it's only in French though) I'd love to hear your feedback.

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Wikipedia article of the day for November 30, 2019


Wikipedia article of the day is Jean-François-Marie de Surville. Check it out: https://ift.tt/2rHgoNC Jean-François-Marie de Surville (1717–1770) was a merchant captain with the French East India Company who commanded a voyage of exploration to the Pacific in 1769 and 1770. Born in Brittany, France, Surville joined the company when he was 10 years old. For the next several years, he sailed on voyages in Indian and Chinese waters. In 1740, he joined the French Navy. He fought in the War of the Austrian Succession and the Seven Years' War, twice becoming a prisoner of war. In 1769, in command of Saint Jean-Baptiste, he sailed from India on an expedition to the Pacific looking for trading opportunities. He explored the seas around the Solomon Islands and anchored in December at Doubtless Bay, New Zealand (commemorative plaque pictured). Part of his route around New Zealand overlapped that of James Cook in Endeavour, who had preceded him by only a few days. Three months later, Surville drowned off the coast of Peru while seeking help for his scurvy-afflicted crew.

Friday, November 29, 2019

Hoopsters Amjyot Singh, Arshpreet Bhullar face suspensions


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Moreno claims to be in the dark over Luis Enrique Spain snub


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Melbourne terror plot: Trio jailed for planning Christmas attack

The men had planned to use machetes and explosives to maximise casualties in central Melbourne.

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Crusaders rugby team retain name following post-mosque attack review

The New Zealand side launched a review after the Christchurch mosque attacks killed 51 people.

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Live Score: Australia vs Pakistan, 2nd Test, Day 1


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Dyson to move global HQ to historic Singapore building

The UK company says the old power station will be an "inspiring backdrop" as it shifts to Asia.

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Donald Trump visits US troops in Afghanistan for Thanksgiving

The president paid a surprise visit to US soldiers and said the US and the Taliban have been engaged in talks.

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Our fast bowlers are role models for youngsters: Rahul Dravid


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Former India pacer Abhimanyu Mithun to be quizzed over KPL fixing


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Sudan crisis: Party of ex-leader Omar al-Bashir dissolved

An oppressive public order law that was used to regulate women's behaviour has also been repealed.

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Honesty, camaraderie key to this pace pack: Bharat Arun


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Europa League: Astana fight back to beat Manchester United 2-1


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Dunhill C'ship: Besseling leads as European Tour permits shorts for first time


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Hacking Transmitters, 1920s Style


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Led by Leander Paes, Indian Davis Cup team preps to serve their best against Pakistan


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Live Score: New Zealand vs England, 2nd Test, Day 1


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Swimmers Beware of Deep Brain Stimulation


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‘I got HIV my first time’

Aged 17 when she was diagnosed with HIV, one woman tells the BBC about living with the virus.

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Inside Malaysia's straight edge punk scene

Khai Aziz, lead singer of Second Combat, says convincing people of his no-drink, no-drugs lifestyle is challenging.

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Vertical Train Hauls Up The Wall


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Wikipedia article of the day for November 29, 2019


Wikipedia article of the day is Ray Emery. Check it out: https://ift.tt/33vpH0f Raymond Robert Emery (1982–2018) was a Canadian ice hockey goaltender who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for 11 seasons. Chosen 99th overall by the Ottawa Senators in the 2001 NHL Entry Draft, he helped them reach the 2007 Stanley Cup Finals, the first appearance in the finals by the modern Senators. With Emery, the Chicago Blackhawks won the 2013 Stanley Cup championship. He won, among numerous other awards and accolades, the William M. Jennings Trophy in April 2013 along with teammate Corey Crawford for giving up the fewest goals in the season. Emery finished the 2012–13 season with 1.94 goals against average and a 0.922 save percentage. His 17 wins included 12 straight to start the year, the best such streak in NHL history. He was a two-time Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy finalist for his dedication and perseverance. His teammates and fans often referred to him as "Razor" or "Sugar Ray" for his aggressive playing style.

Thursday, November 28, 2019

England say Jofra Archer 'fine' after racist abuse


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Lewis Hamilton eyes season-ending victory in UAE twilight zone


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Angry fans vandalise Zlatan Ibrahimovic statue in Malmo


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Sydney 'lockout' laws: Australian city ends controversial bar curfews

Australia's largest city will almost completely remove laws blamed for ruining its nightlife.

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Your Thanksgiving Day Quiz


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Overstaying in India lands Bangladesh opener in trouble


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CL: Inter Milan see off Slavia Prague to keep last-16 hopes alive


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World MotoGP champion Marc Marquez has 'successful' shoulder surgery


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Time for pink-ball Ranji Trophy final now: Gautam Gambhir


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CL: Messi scores in 700th match as Barcelona ease into last-16


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A Single-Digit-Micrometer Thickness Wood Speaker


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CL: Chelsea made to wait for last 16 spot after thrilling draw


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Utah family terrorised by Hawaii 'extreme stalker'

The suspect kept sending plumbers, drug dealers and prostitutes to his victims' home, police say.

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We decided we would not play second fiddle to spinners anymore: Umesh Yadav


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Adam Sandler’s Everlasting Shtick


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TikTok apologises and reinstates banned US teen

Chinese-owned TikTok has apologised to a US teenager who criticised China's treatment of Muslims.

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The Black Sea: Can Europe's most polluted sea be saved?

Scientists are shocked at what they find in the polluted waters, but say there is hope.

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Hong Kong protests: Trump signs Human Rights and Democracy Act into law

The Human Rights and Democracy Act has angered Beijing, which has told the US to "stop meddling".

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Iraq unrest: Protesters set fire to Iranian consulate in Najaf

Demonstrators stormed the building, in a dramatic escalation after weeks of anti-government protests.

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Cancer in Africa: Malawi's cervical cancer screening champion

Falesi Mwajomba and a group of cervical cancer survivors are encouraging other women to get screened.

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Bringing The NES Cartridge Into The USB Age


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Wikipedia article of the day for November 28, 2019


Wikipedia article of the day is Pilgrim Tercentenary half dollar. Check it out: https://ift.tt/1t64eJH The Pilgrim Tercentenary half dollar was a commemorative fifty-cent coin struck by the United States Bureau of the Mint in 1920 and 1921 to mark the 300th anniversary of the arrival of the Pilgrims in North America. It was designed by Cyrus E. Dallin. Massachusetts congressman Joseph Walsh was involved in joint federal and state efforts to mark the anniversary. He saw a reference to a proposed Maine Centennial half dollar and realized that a coin could be issued for the Pilgrim anniversary in support of the observances at Plymouth, Massachusetts. The bill moved quickly through the legislative process and became the Act of May 12, 1920, with the signature of President Woodrow Wilson. Sculptor James Earle Fraser criticized some aspects of the design, but the Treasury approved it. After a promising start, sales tailed off, and tens of thousands of coins from each year were returned to the Philadelphia Mint for melting.

Wednesday, November 27, 2019

Manchester City reach Champions League last 16 after Shakhtar draw


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Essex lorry deaths: Victims' remains arrive back in Vietnam

The bodies of 16 of the 39 migrants found dead in a lorry are being returned to their families.

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No immediate retirement plans, MS Dhoni to play 2021 IPL


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CL: Tottenham survive scare to make last 16 on Mourinho's home bow


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Real Madrid into Champions League last 16 after Brugge held


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How to run ML Applications on Particle Hardware


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No immediate retirement plans, MS Dhoni to play 2021 IPL


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Australia bushfires: Firefighter accused of arson in 'ultimate betrayal'

The allegations are the "ultimate betrayal" to crews desperately fighting bushfires, chiefs say.

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They Voted Democratic. Now They Support Trump.


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Bolivia crisis: Interim leader appoints first US envoy in 11 years

The country's interim leader has vowed to overturn many of ex-President Evo Morales' policies.

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The YouTuber with 26 billion views

Brazil's Konrad Dantas, better know as Kondzilla, has the world's second most watched music video channel.

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Trump invited to attend impeachment hearing or 'stop complaining'

The president has been told he can either attend the hearing next week or "stop complaining".

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UK would be 'outgunned' in Russia conflict - think-tank

The UK has a critical shortage of artillery and ammunition, according to a defence think-tank.

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Hong Kong protests: 'I was born here, I'm a Hongkonger too'

A Pakistani Hongkonger says the protests allow him to promote better understanding of his community.

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Kamala Harris school plan: The two hours costing US parents thousands

A proposal to keep US schools open longer has led to a polarised debate over childcare nationwide.

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Von der Leyen's Commission: The ones to watch at Europe’s new top table

Those on the list to take up their positions as EU commissioners include some colourful characters.

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Can you charge different customers different amounts?

Is it possible to make some clients pay a premium for goods and sell them cheaply to a mass market?

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Iran protests: Videos reveal crackdown regime tried to hide from world

Social media is painting a picture of a government crackdown bloodier than many had feared.

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Why France is focused on fighting jihadists in Mali

As Islamist militant violence escalates France wants the the rest of Europe to join the deadly fight.

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India's toilets: Report questions claims that rural areas are free from open defecation

India's prime minister has said defecating in the open has ended in rural India - but is that true?

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Wikipedia article of the day for November 27, 2019


Wikipedia article of the day is Caroline Brady (philologist). Check it out: https://ift.tt/2gZdawF Caroline Brady (1905–1980) was an American philologist whose scholarship focused on Old English and Old Norse. Her works included the 1943 book The Legends of Ermanaric, based on her doctoral dissertation, and three influential papers on the Anglo-Saxon poem Beowulf. She was born an American citizen in Tientsin, China, and studied in the University of California system, receiving her Doctor of Philosophy degree in 1935. The Legends of Ermanaric discussed two competing traditions about the Gothic king Ermanaric, who ruled in the fourth century AD. Ostrogothic lore viewed him as a good king, whereas a second tradition, promulgated by those subjugated by him, saw him as evil. Brady was known as an investigator of the intractable problems of Germanic myth, and the convoluted nature of the related scholarship. In 1952–53 she was the Marion Talbot Fellow of the American Association of University Women.

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