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Posted by The Analyst | July 3, 2019 | Breaking News
Submarine fire kills 14 Russian sailors at sea

Fourteen sailors on board a Russian defence ministry research submersible were killed in a fire while carrying out a survey of the sea floor, the ministry was quoted as saying...

Posted by The Analyst | July 3, 2019 | Breaking News
Record-breaking heatwave was 4C hotter ‘due to our fossil fuel usage’

Man-made climate change probably made last month's European heatwave, in which southern France experienced a national record 45.9C, 4C hotter than it would otherwise have been, scientists say.

Posted by The Analyst | July 3, 2019 | Breaking News
Paris says tourist buses are no longer welcome in city centre

Paris aims to ban tourist buses from the city centre to spur visitors to walk, cycle or take public transport, tackling complaints about nuisances caused by mass tourism, the French...

Posted by The Analyst | July 3, 2019 | Breaking News
No spirit of compromise: Trump’s tariff threat adding Irish whiskey to the jar

The Trump administration is threatening to slap $4bn (€3.54bn) in tariffs on an expanded list of EU goods - and Ireland's lucrative exports of whiskey would feel the burn.

Posted by The Analyst | July 3, 2019 | Breaking News
Johnson vows there will be no hard Border

Boris Johnson and Jeremy Hunt yesterday declared the Brexit backstop must be changed for fear that it could trap the UK indefinitely in the EU's customs union.

Posted by The Analyst | July 3, 2019 | Breaking News
China lifts blackout to show Hong Kong protests on mainland

Chinese state media ended its blackout of the Hong Kong protests yesterday, broadcasting footage of "serious illegal actions" after a group of demonstrators stormed the parliament building on Monday.

Posted by The Analyst | July 3, 2019 | Breaking News
Biden’s support falls as Harris gains by attacking race record

Support for Joe Biden's presidential bid has dropped by a third after he was repeatedly challenged in the first debate between Democrats seeking the party nomination for the next US...

Posted by The Analyst | July 3, 2019 | Breaking News
‘Room for dialogue’ as diplomats urge Iran to follow nuclear pact

France urged Iran yesterday to reverse its first major breach of a nuclear pact with world powers as European states signalled they would not seek to reimpose UN sanctions -...

Posted by The Analyst | July 3, 2019 | Breaking News
US government report finds ‘serious overcrowding’ in border facilities

A report from US government auditors has found “serious overcrowding” in Border Patrol facilities which require “immediate attention”.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech
Former Google exec, Android co-founder accused of having a “sex ring” in sensational complaint

Former Google exec paid $90 million for exit, despite harassment complaints. Ex-wife's divorce complaint is a stunner, even for Silicon Valley.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Breaking News
Chileans and Argentines marvel at total solar eclipse

Tens of thousands of tourists and locals gathered as a total eclipse of the sun darkened the skies over Chile and Argentina.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Breaking News
Chileans and Argentines gather for total solar eclipse

Tens of thousands of tourists and locals gathered as a total eclipse of the sun darkened the heavens over Chile and Argentina.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Breaking News
Navy Seal acquitted of murder in killing of captive in Iraq

A military jury in the US has acquitted a decorated Navy Seal of premeditated murder in the killing of a wounded Islamic State captive under his care in Iraq in...

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Breaking News
Man who shot great-grandson (6) dead with air rifle ‘never once said sorry’ – boy’s mother tells judge

A pensioner jailed for three years for shooting dead his six-year-old great-grandson as he checked his air rifle has "never once said sorry to us", the boy's mother has told...

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Farming
Taoiseach promises to protect beef farmers even if controversial EU-Mercosur deal is ratified

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has promised to protect the interests of Irish beef farmers even if the controversial EU-Mercosur trade deal is ratified.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech
Amazon plans a 43-story skyscraper in Seattle suburb

The proposed building, referred to as Bellevue 600, would have room to accommodate thousands of employees.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech
These are the top 5 states for UFO sightings, according to data

If you want a chance at seeing extraterrestrials, your best bet is to head to these states.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Breaking News
Theresa May says Lionesses ‘inspired millions’ as social media reacts to defeat

The Prime Minister praised Phil Neville's England side for their performance both on and off the field after the Lionesses were knocked out of the World Cup by the USA.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech
Tesla sets new delivery and production records while stock surges

Tesla also hinted at a strong third quarter, saying it's entering the period with a backlog of orders.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech
How to tell how much propane is left in your tank

Nothing is worse than running out of propane while you are grilling. There's a quick trick to help you figure out how much is left in your tank!

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech
USA vs England: A guide to Video Assistant Referee review technology during the World Cup

The U.S. women take on England on July 2, and the referees are getting help from video assistant referee technology to make game-changing decisions.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech
How to use a charcoal chimney

Using a charcoal chimney is a quick and efficient way to get your charcoal grill ready to cook some meat. Here's how they work.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech

Because trying to work in subzero temperatures is not fun

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech

We tested the Grillbot to find out.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech
This impressive soundbar setup is at its lowest price right now

Don't settle for your TV's subpar built-in speakers, when you can upgrade your home theater instantly with this LG soundbar surround sound bundle.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech
Reports: Climate change worsened Europe's heat wave as globe sizzled to hottest June on record

Global warming exacerbated the heat wave that baked Europe late last week, a new report released Tuesday said.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech

Cleaning your air conditioner helps it work better and last longer

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Breaking News
Officer craving ice cream nabs gun suspect

A police officer's craving for cake batter ice cream put him and his colleagues in the right place to take action when a loaded gun fell out of a man's...

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech
The 8 best deals you can get online this Tuesday

Snag some incredible deals on mattresses, meat thermometers, Bluetooth speakers, and more before the Fourth of July.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Breaking News
EU leaders to nominate Ursula von der Leyen as new European Commission president

EU leaders have agreed to nominate German defence minister Ursula von der Leyen as the new European Commission president following a marathon meeting in Brussels.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech
Facebook: Test results negative for suspicious substance found at company mailing facility

Facebook says authorities confirmed test results were negative for a potentially dangerous substance after mail possibly containing Sarin was found.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech
Watch a Venus flytrap catch its prey in slow motion

Little Shop of Horrors: See the moment an unsuspecting fly meets its demise, captured by photographer Jamie Cooper in his England home.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech
This is the easiest way to make fried chicken

Everyone loves fried chicken but no one knows how to make it. Now you can with your air fryer! It's easier, quicker, and (somewhat) healthier!

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech
Spider new to science named after fashion icon Karl Lagerfeld

A newly discovered Australian jumping spider resembles Lagerfeld's signature style, inspiring scientists to dub it Jotus karllagerfeldi.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | US Farming News
Nitrogen, Microbes, Roots: Breeding Corn for Nitrogen Efficiency and Fixation

This presentation was recorded live at the 2019 Organic Grain Conference, organized by the Land Connection with funding from NIFA OREI. Dr. Walter Goldstein of the Mandaamin Institute discusses his...

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech
Frankincense in trouble: Iconic 'Gift of the Magi' is in decline

Gold is probably fine, and we're not sure about myrrh, but frankincense appears to in trouble, a new study suggests.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Breaking News
Record-breaking arctic fox walks more than a marathon a day to reach Canada

Norwegian researchers say an arctic fox has walked from northern Norway to Canada's far north, a distance of 4,415 kilometres (2,737 miles), in 76 days.

Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech

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Posted by The Analyst | July 2, 2019 | Science & Tech

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