Latest World News: January 2018

Wednesday 31 January 2018

FOX NEWS: Couple from viral potpie video parodied in hilarious SNL skit

Couple from viral potpie video parodied in hilarious SNL skit

Will Ferrell and Kate McKinnon impersonated the 2012 viral video sensations in a hilarious four-minute spoof.

FOX NEWS: Funeral home offering pizza to people who pre-plan their funerals

Funeral home offering pizza to people who pre-plan their funerals

Well that's one incentive...

FOX NEWS: Panera Bread recalls cream cheese over listeria concerns, sparks panic among consumers

Panera Bread recalls cream cheese over listeria concerns, sparks panic among consumers

Panera Bread announced on Sunday it was recalling packets of cream cheese after some samples were found to contain listeria, causing panic among fans of the fast food chain.

FOX NEWS: Burger contained 'fully-fledged hairy mouse,' claims Australian man

Burger contained 'fully-fledged hairy mouse,' claims Australian man

A man in Australia claims he found a small, hairy mouse inside the tiny little burger he was served on Friday.

FOX NEWS: Seller puts lavish house on market for $1.74 million, but also accepts bitcoin

Seller puts lavish house on market for $1.74 million, but also accepts bitcoin

A sprawling Delaware estate could be yours for just 174 units of cryptocurrency.

FOX NEWS: How to pick the perfect chandelier

How to pick the perfect chandelier

Looking for some bright ideas on how to choose a chandelier? Consider these tips for selecting a fixture that suits the proportions of your room and the style of your home.

FOX NEWS: How to bring visions of serenity to your garden

How to bring visions of serenity to your garden

If you’re looking for ways to feel more at peace in your garden, here are nine ideas for cultivating serenity. Which ones resonate with your vision of a tranquil garden?

FOX NEWS: 13 clever places to find more pantry storage

13 clever places to find more pantry storage

Here’s a wide range of ideas for where you might best fit a pantry into your home, so you can find an option that works best for you.

FOX NEWS: How to get your family's command center in check

How to get your family's command center in check

For many this time of year, a common goal is to organize the family’s main hub in the house. A command center provides a great solution, acting as a one-stop-shop for the whole family to collaborate and stay on top of their to-do list.

Trump’s Speech vs. Trump’s Tweets

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FOX NEWS: Ex-Mississippi gov says he 'forgot' gun seized at airport

Ex-Mississippi gov says he 'forgot' gun seized at airport

Former Mississippi Gov. Haley Barbour says it was "nobody's fault but mine" that he took a loaded handgun in his briefcase through an airport security checkpoint in early January.

FOX NEWS: Group accused of smuggling gold in airplane toilet

Group accused of smuggling gold in airplane toilet

Police have arrested six people in connection with an elaborate plot to smuggle gold into Japan to avoid paying taxes.

FOX NEWS: Man claims he was punched and bound on Emirates Airlines flight to Chicago

Man claims he was punched and bound on Emirates Airlines flight to Chicago

The man alleges the confrontation happened over a seat disagreement.

FOX NEWS: Fox on runway at Manchester Airport allegedly halts operations

Fox on runway at Manchester Airport allegedly halts operations

He was caught on video runway down the tarmac and across the grass.

FOX NEWS: Norwegian Air flight carrying 85 plumbers forced to turn around due to broken toilet

Norwegian Air flight carrying 85 plumbers forced to turn around due to broken toilet

Well that's ironic...

FOX NEWS: Major airport announces it will now accept bitcoin

Major airport announces it will now accept bitcoin

Who needs cash when you've got cryptocurrency...?

FOX NEWS: Woman doing yoga on plane sparks debate: 'Nobody needs to see people flailing about on planes'

Woman doing yoga on plane sparks debate: 'Nobody needs to see people flailing about on planes'

Not everyone was supportive of her stretching routine.

FOX NEWS: Woman denied emotional support peacock on United flight

Woman denied emotional support peacock on United flight

Birds of a feather may flock together, but the airline recently shot down one traveler’s request.

FOX NEWS: Mexico launches frequent traveler program for pets

Mexico launches frequent traveler program for pets

It makes things whole lot easier for Fluffy and Fido.

FOX NEWS: How to make homemade microwave popcorn in a paper bag

How to make homemade microwave popcorn in a paper bag

Make yourself a batch of popcorn that will neither leave your tongue filmy or give you "popcorn lung."

Watching Trump’s Speech: They Cheered. They Groaned. They Ate a Cake.

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An open hand and a clenched fist

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What Trump said about ISIS, Iran and North Korea

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North Korea: Trump hails amputee defector

Ji Seong-ho, a North Korean man who made it out of the rogue nation and now resides in South Korea, attended President Donald Trump's first State of the Union address Tuesday night.

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The speech in 2 minutes

President Trump's first State of the Union address mixed tough talk with calls for unity. These are the highlights.

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N Korea to parade dozens of long-range missiles next week

North Korea is planning to show off dozens of long-range missiles at a February 8 parade, the day before the Winter Olympics is set to begin in South Korea, two diplomatic sources with deep knowledge of North Korea's intentions told CNN Wednesday.

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Why the U.K. needs to boost trade with China

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Head of Quiksilver goes missing off France

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Colbert and 'The Daily Show' go live to react to Trump's State of the Union

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Trump's lawyers say threshold for questioning not met

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Clinton on keeping faith adviser: 'If I had it to do again, I wouldn't'

Hillary Clinton, in a lengthy Facebook post explaining her decision not to fire a senior adviser on her 2008 campaign who was accused of sexual harassment, said she did not fire him because she didn't think it was "the best solution to the problem," but that she shouldn't make the same decision today.

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What it's like to be young and in love in Southeast Asia

A new photography exhibition is casting light on youth culture across Southeast Asia. More than 150 images, tackling subjects such as online dating and mental health, capture the experiences of young people in a region undergoing unprecedented levels of change.

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Dying teen marries high school sweetheart

19-year-old Dustin Synder only has a few weeks to live, and his dying wish was to marry his girlfriend.

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America does export energy. It imports a lot more.

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How much do corporate tax cuts help workers

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The whole story behind the 3 million workers who got tax cut bonuses

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Facebook hit with lawsuit over murder posted online

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FOX NEWS: Hospitals feeling the full force of this year's flu season

Hospitals feeling the full force of this year's flu season

CDC reports that for every 100,000 people with the flu, 41.9 of them needed hospitalization.

FOX NEWS: Atlanta hospital opens mobile unit to handle flu patients

Atlanta hospital opens mobile unit to handle flu patients

Specialized trailer located outside emergency room at Grady Memorial Hospital has space for 14 beds.

FOX NEWS: Early pregnancy weight gain linked to baby's size at birth

Early pregnancy weight gain linked to baby's size at birth

Women who gain more weight in early pregnancy are more likely to deliver unusually large babies, who may be prone to a host of health problems later in life, new research shows.

FOX NEWS: Woman claiming to have stage 4 breast cancer lied, raised over $30G fraudulently, police say

Woman claiming to have stage 4 breast cancer lied, raised over $30G fraudulently, police say

A Michigan woman claimed she was battling stage four breast cancer and got all her friends together to help raise money for treatments.

FOX NEWS: Tragic faces of the deadly US flu outbreak

Tragic faces of the deadly US flu outbreak

As the nation continues to fight the flu, some families are sharing their stories in hopes of preventing others from facing similar tragedies.

FOX NEWS: Atlanta hospital opens mobile ER to handle flu cases

Atlanta hospital opens mobile ER to handle flu cases

As the flu epidemic overwhelms Georgia, one Atlanta hospital has set up a mobile unit to handle flu patients.

FOX NEWS: Flu kills 7-year-old boy one day after diagnosis

Flu kills 7-year-old boy one day after diagnosis

A 7-year old Virginia boy has died from the flu just one day after being diagnosed.

FOX NEWS: Man dies after being sucked into MRI machine, police say

Man dies after being sucked into MRI machine, police say

A 32-year-old man died in a freak accident in India after reportedly being sucked into an MRI machine Saturday night, authorities said.

FOX NEWS: Teen with terminal cancer weds high school sweetheart

Teen with terminal cancer weds high school sweetheart

19-year-old battling cancer given weeks to live marries his best friend making their dreams come true in Florida.

FOX NEWS: Florida teen fulfills dying wish, marries high school sweetheart

Florida teen fulfills dying wish, marries high school sweetheart

A Florida teenager with terminal cancer fulfilled his dying wish on Sunday and married his high school sweetheart after the local community rallied together to put together the special day.

State of the Union: Trump hails 'new American moment'

The president speaks of "one American family", but Democrats say he has left the nation "fractured".

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State of the Union: Congress divided on Trump speech

The contrasting reactions to the president's speech tell the tale of a deeply divided Congress.

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I'm not a quitter, says Theresa May amid leadership questions

The PM issues a defiant response to critics, as she begins a trade mission to China.

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'Overwhelming' evidence for adding folic acid to flour

The B vitamin, which can prevent birth defects, will not harm the general public, a study says.

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Taliban threaten 70% of Afghanistan, BBC finds

The Islamist group's power and reach have surged since foreign combat troops left, the BBC finds.

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The killer whale that can say 'hello' and 'bye bye'

A killer whale that can mimic words such as "hello" is thought to be the first of its kind to copy human speech.

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Sydney seaplane crash: Sharp turn 'inexplicable', operator says

The aircraft was not on its usual path to Sydney when it crashed, killing six, the operator says.

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Drop in consumer demand hits UK car manufacturing

Lower demand in the UK and confusion over diesel policy are blamed by the industry trade body.

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'Dangerously' drunk tourists may not win insurance claims

Drinking excessive alcohol can invalidate travel insurance cover, but the burden of proof is on the insurer.

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Super blue blood moon: Get ready for a rare celestial show

A lunar eclipse, supermoon and blue moon are about to happen at once. Here's what you need to know.

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Glee actor Mark Salling, 35, found dead

The actor, who had admitted possessing child sex abuse images, is believed to have killed himself.

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Logan Paul 'more popular' than Zoella with children

Study suggests children are seeking edgier content on YouTube, their favourite online site.

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News Daily: Trump's address and May 'not a quitter'

Your morning briefing for 31 January 2018.

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The Papers: BBC pay 'backlash' and speeding 'crackdown'

The front pages report the reaction to the wage review and a police call to end "soft" treatment for speeding drivers.

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The make-up artist making designs with dead insects

Jasmine Ahumada, from California, attaches spiders and bees to her face to create her distinctive looks.

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Skywatchers await 'super blue blood Moon'

A blue blood supermoon and lunar eclipse across Asia heralds a year of lunar science milestones, say scientists.

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'Baby brain': Myth or reality?

"Four in five" women undergo changes in memory and concentration during pregnancy, new research suggests.

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RSPB Minsmere winter starling murmuration

Starlings take to the skies to create a spectacular aerial ballet before settling on roost.

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Why did this council leader just quit?

Claire Kober announced she wouldn't be standing in May's election.

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You're on the verge of losing everything - but you don’t understand why

A run of bad luck left one man struggling to make sense of the UK benefits system - and at risk of losing his home.

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Post-Brexit data sharing crucial, say ex-intelligence heads

Former intelligence chiefs say UK's security expertise should not be bargaining chip in talks with EU.

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'Forget walking 10,000 steps a day'

Experts say there is a better way to get fit than counting your steps.

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Why Ben Whishaw has murder in mind

The James Bond and Paddington star "adores" his new role as the treacherous Marcus Brutus.

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Used clothes: Why is worldwide demand declining?

As the worldwide demand for used and worn clothing plummets, what do we do with our unwanted clothes?

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Why did Kenya's Raila Odinga 'inaugurate' himself as president?

Kenya's main opposition leader stages his own "swearing-in" after two disputed elections. We explain.

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Monkeys? Humans? The ethics of testing diesel fumes

After the revelations around Volkswagen human testing, just what are the methods and regulations?

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Why is there talk about threats to Theresa May's job?

A look at the challenges facing Theresa May if she wants to remain the UK's prime minister.

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Insane Video: Russian Military Jet Crosses Within 5 Feet of US Navy Plane

The U.S. State Department is calling out Moscow after a close call in the sky over the Black Sea between a U.S. Navy reconnaissance plane and a Russian fighter jet.

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A 'Troubling' Policy Shift: Gov't Report on Afghanistan Shows Pentagon Blocked Key Data on War

The Defense Department told its inspector general overseeing the reconstruction of Afghanistan to hide what used to be public data on how much of the country is controlled by insurgent groups, according to a new government report.

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