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Posted by The Analyst | May 9, 2019 | Breaking News
Sheep used to boost numbers and save class in village school

Fifteen sheep have been enrolled at a French primary school after a class was set to close due to lack of pupils.

Posted by The Analyst | May 9, 2019 | Breaking News
Nine killed by fighting in Ebola-hit area

Heavy fighting between the army and militia in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola-stricken city of Butembo killed at least nine people yesterday.

Posted by The Analyst | May 9, 2019 | Breaking News
May granted extra week amid demands for her exit timetable

UK Prime Minister Theresa May has dodged backbench demands for her departure timetable.

Posted by The Analyst | May 9, 2019 | Breaking News
Iran pulling out of ‘some obligations’ in its nuclear deal

Iran has said it is pulling out of "some commitments" made under its international nuclear deal, and will resume higher enrichment of uranium in 60 days unless a new agreement...

Posted by The Analyst | May 9, 2019 | Breaking News
Hello, Archie: royal couple introduce new baby to world

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Harry and Meghan, have broken with royal convention once again by deciding not to use a title for their newborn baby who they have...

Posted by The Analyst | May 9, 2019 | Breaking News
Contempt move against attorney general in bid to see full report

A US House of Representatives panel was poised to vote to hold Attorney General William Barr in contempt for defying a congressional subpoena demanding the full, unredacted report by special...

Posted by The Analyst | May 9, 2019 | Breaking News
Catholics join up with other denominations to battle Satan

It sounds like the start of a joke - a Catholic, a Lutheran and a Protestant walk into a room to talk about the devil - but a conference on...

Posted by The Analyst | May 9, 2019 | Breaking News
‘Not enough evidence Prodigy star Keith Flint’s hanging death was suicide,’ his inquest is told

A coroner has found insufficient evidence to conclude The Prodigy singer Keith Flint intended to take his own life.

Posted by The Analyst | May 9, 2019 | Breaking News
‘Guns a way bigger problem than president’s damn wall’: Madonna

Madonna has hit out at Donald Trump for failing to act on gun violence.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Science & Tech
The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite is at its lowest price ever right now

The Amazon Kindle Paperwhite is the best Kindle we've tested, and for the first time ever it's on sale for less than $100.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Science & Tech
Here's why the Uber, Lyft protests might not even work

Despite the call form organizers to stop using ride-sharing apps, people could still take Ubers, Lyfts during national protests.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Breaking News
A charity is encouraging people to prank friends by sending them a baby goat

A charity is offering the chance to raise money for sick children by surprising a friend with a visit from a baby goat.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Breaking News
Tottenham MP asks Corbyn to keep Champions League final day free

Tottenham MP David Lammy has asked Jeremy Corbyn to “make sure Theresa May doesn't call another vote” on the day of the Champions League final.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Breaking News
Tottenham MP David Lammy asks Corbyn to keep Champions League final day free

Tottenham MP David Lammy has asked Jeremy Corbyn to “make sure Theresa May doesn't call another vote” on the day of the Champions League final.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Breaking News
‘New economics’ – the way to save the planet?

The science is in: the endless pursuit of economic growth is devouring the foundations of life on Earth, and no country – rich or poor – can expect to escape...

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Science & Tech
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg buys two Lake Tahoe estates for $59 million, report says

The Facebook CEO has purchased two adjoining estates on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe, the Wall Street Journal recently revealed.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Breaking News
Mark Hamill jokes about ‘regrets’ after royal baby given Harrison as middle name

Star Wars actor Mark Hamill was among the many people to react on social media to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex naming their son Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Politics
Top economists & UN experts condemn US sanctions on Venezuela. Not newsworthy enough for the media?

As the Trump administration continues to wage economic warfare against Venezuela, experts and economists continue to slam the illegal and deadly measures — and the media continues to completely ignore...

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Breaking News
Pupil who charged towards school shooters ‘sacrificed his life to help classmates escape’

The single fatality in the Colorado high school shooting was Kendrick Castillo, 18, who leapt from his desk and charged the two attackers, sacrificing his life to buy classmates time...

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Science & Tech
Senator to introduce legislation banning video game 'loot boxes,' 'pay to win' features

U.S. Senator Josh Hawley said he will introduce legislation calling for the ban of 'pay to win' and 'loot box' features in video games.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Breaking News
R Kelly judgment withdrawn after lawyers say he can’t read

R Kelly's lawyer told a judge on Wednesday that the singer did not respond to a lawsuit brought by one of his sexual abuse accusers because he is illiterate.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Breaking News
R Kelly pays thousands in back child support

R Kelly's lawyer has given a 62,000-dollar (£47,600) cheque to the singer's ex-wife to bring Kelly's child support payments up to date.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Breaking News
Mel Gibson to play Father Christmas in Fatman comedy

Mel Gibson is to play Father Christmas in Fatman, a comedy that will be introduced at the forthcoming Cannes Film Festival.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Science & Tech
25 amazing gifts that women actually want

From UGG slippers to Kindles to cozy (and chic) cardigans, these are 2019's best gift ideas for the women in your life. She will thank you later.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Breaking News
School shooting suspect appears in court

One of the two suspects in the Colorado school shooting has appeared in court, with his head bowed and hair shielding his face.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Breaking News
Pupil who charged attackers was single victim in school shooting

The single fatality in the Colorado high school shooting was Kendrick Castillo, 18, who leapt from his desk and charged the two attackers, sacrificing his life to buy classmates time...

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Science & Tech
'With this money, I cannot survive': Uber, Lyft strike hits L.A., NYC, Boston, Chicago as drivers protest

Uber and Lyft drivers protested low wages in Los Angeles, New York and cities across the country but the impact on customers appeared limited.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Science & Tech

Looking for the best Amazon Alexa and Echo-compatible devices of 2019? We've got you covered.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Breaking News
‘Inspiring’ Sir David Attenborough inundated with birthday messages

Tens of thousands have shared messages of congratulations to celebrate Sir David Attenborough's birthday.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Science & Tech
Uber and Lyft drivers strike to protest the treatment of their drivers

Drivers in seven other U.S. cities, as well as London, will participate in the stoppage, aimed at getting more job security and other improvements.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Breaking News
Five killed in Taliban attack on aid group’s offices in Afghan capital

At least five people were killed when Taliban fighters attacked the offices of a US-based aid organisation in the Afghan capital, the Interior Ministry has said.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Science & Tech
Pixel 3a vs. Pixel 3: Great camera for the price makes Google's $399 phone the better buy

Google's Pixel 3a smartphones costs way ess than the Pixel 3. Yet you still get many of the same features, right down to the superior camera.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Farming
Farmer accused of assault says his land is ‘constantly’ overrun by cattle

A farmer accused of breaking the cheekbone of his neighbour in a row over a straying cow claims his land is constantly being over-run by cows, horses, sheep and even...

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Politics
Ideals that won victory are still the greatest of ideals (by George Galloway)

As Russians celebrate Victory Day, George Galloway argues for a return to the spirit that won the war. Read Full Article at RT.com

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Farming
Ornua increases its PPI Index due to higher butter prices

Ornua's Purchase Price Index has risen to 105.9 from 104.1 for April 2019.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Breaking News
MSP in unfortunate slip of the tongue when addressing ‘cuts’

An embarrassed MSP suffered a slip of the tongue when trying to say that a new currency in an independent Scotland would lead to “more cuts”.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Breaking News
Pound battered amid Brexit uncertainty as talks continue

The pound was in the doldrums on Wednesday as Brexit uncertainty continued to plague the currency.

Posted by The Analyst | May 8, 2019 | Science & Tech
Here's what a neutron star looks like sitting in Manhattan

Neutron stars are the crushed cores of stars that run out of fuel and go supernova.