Norway says Venezuela government, opposition to hold new round of talks

Norway said on Saturday that representatives of Venezuela's government and opposition will return to Oslo next week following an initial round of preliminary talks about how to address the country's political crisis.

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Israelis protest moves to grant Netanyahu immunity, limit Supreme Court

Thousands of Israelis protested on Saturday against legislative steps that could grant Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu immunity from prosecution and limit the power of the country's Supreme Court.

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Ex-House of Commons leader Leadsom enters race to be next British PM: media

Former House of Commons leader Andrea Leadsom will enter the race to be leader of UK's Conservative party and replace Theresa May as prime minister, British media reported on Saturday, citing a confirmation from Leadsom.

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Venezuela government, opposition will return to Norway for talks, Oslo says

Representatives of Venezuela's government and the opposition will return to Norway for a second round of talks to help resolve their months-long conflict, the Norwegian Foreign Ministry said on Saturday.

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Yoga teacher found alive after 17 days lost in Hawaii forest

Rescuers in Hawaii have found a yoga instructor who went missing for 17 days while hiking in a forest reserve and survived by drinking from streams and eating plants.

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Subpoenas for Trump financial records on hold pending appeal: court filing

Deutsche Bank AG and Capital One Financial Corp will not have to immediately hand over the financial records of U.S. President Donald Trump, three of his children and the Trump Organization, according to a court filing on Saturday.

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U.S. court rules partially in favor of Molson in ad row with Bud Light

A U.S. court on Friday barred Anheuser Busch InBev NV, the world's largest beer maker and brewer of Budweiser brand beers, from using parts of its marketing that said rival Molson Coors Brewing Co's MillerCoors used corn syrup in the production of its light beers.

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Trump dismisses North Korean tests of 'some small weapons'

On a state visit to Japan, the US president put himself at odds with his hosts and his own advisers.

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German Jews warned not to wear kippas after rise in anti-Semitism

An official advises Jews against wearing traditional skullcaps following a sharp rise in anti-Semitism.

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Divorce referendum: Ireland votes to liberalise laws

In a referendum, voters overwhelmingly back changes to the constitution to make divorce easier.

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Papua New Guinea Prime Minister Peter O'Neill resigns

Peter O'Neill stands down after a series of defections from his government to the opposition.

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Rescued hiker: 'It came down to life and death and I had to chose'

A hiker who was found alive more than two weeks after she went missing in Hawaii speaks from hospital.

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Israel protests: Thousands rally against Netanyahu immunity

Protesters gather in Tel Aviv to protest against moves to safeguard the PM from corruption cases.

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Cannes: Palme d'Or goes to Bong Joon-ho's Parasite

The South Korean director won the prestigious award for his dark comedy thriller, Parasite.

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Moby-Natalie Portman row: 'Inconsiderate' DJ apologises

The actress denied dating Moby as a teenager, and called his behaviour "inappropriate".

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Russia ordered to release Ukraine sailors

The chances of Moscow complying with the UN tribunal's ruling are thought to be minimal.

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South Africa's President Ramaphosa sworn in

South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa was inaugurated at an event which included a flypast and military parade.

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Ali Dorani: Iranian cartoonist on the drawings that saved his life

Ali Dorani fled Iran only to find himself trapped in the controversial Manus Island detention camp.

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Trump in Japan: Sumo, barbecue and an imperial audience

Japanese PM Shinzo Abe is pulling out all the stops for his country's closest ally.

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Why Huawei's Google woes worry Africa

Will Africa's governments and consumers have to choose between using US and Chinese technology?

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Beach-lovers beware: Umbrellas injure thousands a year

Improperly installed beach umbrellas have sent more than 30,000 people to US hospitals in a decade.

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How will Modi handle India's economy?

With an even bigger electoral mandate India's new government is in a position to push ahead with reforms.

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Saudi women runners push boundaries on the streets

Jeddah Running Community is one of a growing number of mixed gender Saudi Arabian running groups.

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The intimacy coordinator that helps choreograph sex scenes

Ita O'Brien is the BBC's first "intimacy director" and has worked on new BBC drama Gentleman Jack.

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Is the voice assistant on your phone sexist?

BBC's Megha Mohan finds out why voice assistant technologies often have female voices.

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New best story on Hacker News: First American Financial Corp. Leaked Hundreds of Millions of Insurance Records

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Russia must release detained Ukrainian sailors: maritime tribunal

Moscow must release 24 sailors who were aboard three Ukrainian vessels it intercepted in November as they crossed a strait between Russian-annexed Crimea and southern Russia, an international maritime tribunal said on Saturday.

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Mount Agung: Flights resume after Bali volcano disruption

Mount Agung erupted on Friday, causing some flight cancellations and delays.

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India's battered Congress party closes ranks after election setback

The head of India's main opposition Congress party, Rahul Gandhi, offered to quit on Saturday after a crushing election defeat but senior party officials rejected his offer and called instead for a major internal shake-up.

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Ireland's Green Party surges in European, local elections: TV exit poll

Support for Ireland's Green Party surged in European and local elections, an exit poll showed, putting it in line to take its first seats in the European Parliament for 20 years and make the biggest gains in county and city councils.

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Promising jobs and justice, Ramaphosa sworn in as South Africa's president

Trade unionist-turned-businessman Cyril Ramaphosa was sworn in as South Africa's president on Saturday, vowing to create jobs and tackle deep-rooted corruption that has strangled economic growth.

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Trump urges greater Japanese investment in U.S., criticizes trade advantage

U.S. President Donald Trump urged Japanese business leaders on Saturday to increase their investment in the United States while he chided Japan for having a "substantial edge" on trade that negotiators were trying to even out in a bilateral deal.

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Indonesia lifts social media curbs targeting hoaxes during unrest

Indonesia on Saturday lifted temporary social media restrictions that were imposed to stop online hoaxes during violence around the announcement of official election results.

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