Brazilian surfer Rodrigo Koxa breaks wave world record

Surf officials confirm the 80ft (24.4 metre) wave Rodrigo Koxa surfed was a world record.

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North Korea: Chinese foreign minister to visit Pyongyang after historic talks

The visit is part of a diplomatic flurry between Friday's historic summit and Trump-Kim talks.

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Arrest after car hits people outside Newport clubbing spot

Four are injured and an 18-year-old man is arrested after a car collided with a group of people.

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Glasgow Clydeside Expressway bus crash: One critically hurt

The crash, close to the Clyde Tunnel, has left several other people injured, police say.

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Avengers: Infinity War estimated to break global opening weekend record

The superhero sequel is estimated to have the highest ever global opening weekend take of $630m.

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Rudd explains why she resigned

Ms Rudd admits to the prime minister she "inadvertently misled the Home Affairs Select Committee".

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Papers on Rudd's resignation

Amber Rudd's resignation from the Home Office over the Windrush scandal dominates the front pages.

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From rising star to resigning as home secretary

Amber Rudd's resignation is a huge change in fortunes for one of the Conservatives' rising stars.

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Amber Rudd: Why has the home secretary resigned?

The home secretary has resigned, saying she "inadvertently misled" MPs over targets for removing illegal immigrants.

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South Korea to remove loudspeakers along border, North Korea to align time zone with the South

SEOUL (Reuters) - In initial small steps toward reconciliation, South Korea said on Monday it would remove loudspeakers that blared propaganda across the border, while North Korea said it would shift its clocks to align with its southern neighbor.

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Afghan capital hit by morning rush hour blasts, 21 killed

KABUL (Reuters) - Two blasts hit the Afghan capital Kabul on Monday, killing at least 21 people, including a photographer for French news agency AFP, but there was no immediate claim of responsibility, officials said.

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U.S. concerned by 'destabilizing and malign activities' of Iran: Pompeo

TEL AVIV (Reuters) - The United States is deeply concerned by Iran's "destabilizing and malign activities", new Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said after meeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday.

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Migrants from caravan in limbo as U.S. says border crossing full

TIJUANA, Mexico (Reuters) - About 50 people from a Central American migrant caravan including women, children and transgender individuals tried to seek U.S. asylum on Sunday but were not allowed to cross the Mexico border because officials said the facility was full.

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Syrian army says 'enemy' rockets hit military bases

AMMAN (Reuters) - The Syrian army said on Sunday that rockets had struck several military bases in the Hama and Aleppo countryside in what it said was new "aggression" by its enemies, state television said.

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British interior minister Rudd resigns after immigration scandal

LONDON (Reuters) - Britain's interior minister resigned on Sunday after Prime Minister Theresa May's government faced an outpouring of indignation over its treatment of some long-term Caribbean residents who were wrongly labeled illegal immigrants.

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Detractors deride Duterte for asking Filipinos to leave Kuwait

MANILA (Reuters) - A Philippine labor group and a senator accused President Rodrigo Duterte on Monday of gambling with the livelihoods of tens of thousands of Filipinos in Kuwait, after he asked them to come home amid a diplomatic dispute over reported labor abuse.

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Thailand frees former magazine editor jailed for royal insult

BANGKOK (Reuters) - A high-profile Thai activist and former magazine editor jailed for insulting the country's monarchy vowed on Monday to keep pressing his call for democracy after he was released from prison.

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Cambodia registers parties ahead of July vote after main opposition dissolved

PHNOM PENH (Reuters) - Cambodia began registering political parties on Monday for a July general election which long-serving Prime Minister Hun Sen is poised to win after the Supreme Court dissolved the main opposition party.

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Afghan farmers stick to growing opium in the face of less lucrative options

KANDAHAR, Afghanistan (Reuters) - Afghan farmers are busy in their poppy fields as the annual opium harvest begins, underscoring the government's failure to stamp out a crop that yields much of the world's supply of heroin.

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'Singing Jesus Loves Me': Waffle House Victim Died Singing Gospel Songs

A young woman who was killed in the attack by a gunman last week in a Tennessee Waffle House died singing gospel songs, according to CNN. 

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Planning Your National Day of Prayer Event on May 3, 2018

As we are nearing the National Day of Prayer on May 3, 2018, most of the leaders of prayer observances are beginning to plan in detail for their church, business, community, school, or other venues.

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Land Deal Will Preserve Site Linked to Lost Colony Mystery

Efforts to unravel the mysterious fate of North Carolina’s fabled Lost Colony could benefit after a preservation group took out its first-ever loan to buy a coastal tract where some colonists may have resettled hundreds of years ago.

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Waffle House Hero Honored by Alabama Church

James Shaw, Jr., the man who stopped a gunman at a Waffle House restaurant in Antioch, Tennesee, was honored by the Oakwood University Church in Huntsville, Alabama on Saturday.

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Trump 'Not Perfect – Just Human Like the Rest of Us' Says Long-Time Friend

President Trump is known to seek advice from his close friends, including Chris Ruddy, the founder and CEO of NewsMax. CBN News sits down with Ruddy for an insider's look at the commander-in-chief.

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Once Homeless Single Mom Graduates from Law School, Thanks to a Prophetic Word from God

Graduating from law school is no easy feat; nor, is raising five children without a father.  But on May 11, Ieshia Champs of Houston, Texas will graduate Magna Cum Laude from Texas Southern University's Thurgood Marshall School of  Law.  An inspiring graduation photo of Champs, a single Mom, and her five children has the internet buzzing and inspiring millions. 

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'God is So Great': Ryan Shazier Walks Onto NFL Draft Stage After Near Paralysis; Thanks God for Recovery

It was a moment that revealed heart, determination, and the power of prayer. Pittsburgh Steelers' linebacker Ryan Shazier walked across the stage during the NFL draft Thursday night, months after suffering a spinal injury that left him nearly paralyzed. 

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Tennessee's Pro-Life Plans Now Include This 'Monument to Unborn Children'

Tennessee is moving ahead with plans to construct a monument that will honor the lives of unborn children who were victims of abortion.

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'That Was the Last Time I Saw Him’: Franklin Graham Opens Up About Final Moments with his Father

Evangelist Franklin Graham opened up about his father's legacy and the private memories he cherishes in an exclusive interview with TBN that aired Thursday evening.

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Will California Ban the Bible? Christians Say 'Not Without a Fight'

Christians around the country are outraged at a California Law that threatens to restrict religious freedom and free speech regarding LGBTQ issues.

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New Poll: Most Americans Still Believe in God of the Bible

A new Pew Research survey finds that a slim majority of Americans – 56% – still believe in the God of the Bible.

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'Warring Tribes': How Joe Lieberman Is Fighting for Unity in Divided America

In retirement, former Sen. Joe Lieberman still charts his own course: fighting for bipartisanship to solve America's challenges.

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Former President Bush Out of Intensive Care, Making Progress

Former President George H.W. Bush was moved out of intensive care and into a regular patient room at a Houston hospital on Wednesday as he recovers from an infection that required his hospitalization a day after his wife’s funeral, a family spokesman said.

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Three Prayer Priorities for America for April 2018

We have never been where we are today as a nation. While division abounds in almost every segment of America, it is time to cry out to God in prayer for America. No longer can the people of God be silent before the Lord. We need to call out to God passionately and urgently until the glory of God is experienced in every corner of our nation.

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Racial Bias Training: Should the Church Follow Starbucks' Lead?

Racial trauma counselor and seminary student Kyle J. Howard says churches would do well to follow Starbucks and organize their own day of racial bias training.

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Maine Democrats Refuse to Pass Law Forbidding 'Barbaric Practice' on Little Girls

Democrats claim FGM isn't a problem in their state and the law to protect little girls is rooted in racism.

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Amber Rudd resigns as home secretary

"I inadvertently misled" MPs over illegal immigrant removals targets, says Ms Rudd in her letter to the PM.

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Sainsbury's confirms tie-up with Asda

The UK's second and third largest supermarkets plan to merge to create a giant.

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Weather: Rain and wind warnings for parts of UK

Some areas could see a month's rainfall and Monday's rush hour is expected to be disrupted.

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Royal wedding: TV licence waived for community parties

Street parties can screen the wedding live without having to buy a licence, the BBC says.

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Barnier 'doesn't understand' unionist stance, says DUP

The EU's chief Brexit negotiator is visiting Ireland amid tensions over its border with the UK.

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A Gym Thing: The play with weighty issues

A Gym Thing is a play, set during an hour-long workout, which tackles the body-image disorder "bigorexia".

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Kabul bombings: Photographer Shah Marai among 21 dead

At least 21 people die in two blasts in the Afghan capital, including AFP photographer Shah Marai.

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Labour pledges cap on overdraft fees and interest payments

Shadow chancellor John McDonnell says he wants to end the "national scandal" of poor families in debt.

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Red diesel trial collapse shows 'systemic disclosure failings'

The collapse is indicative of a "systemic failure" in disclosing evidence, a judge says.

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Brazilian surfer Rodrigo Koxa breaks wave world record

Surf officials confirm the 80ft (24.4 metre) wave Rodrigo Koxa surfed was a world record.

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North Korea: Chinese foreign minister to visit Pyongyang after historic talks

The visit is part of a diplomatic flurry between Friday's historic summit and Trump-Kim talks.

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Arrest after car hits people outside Newport clubbing spot

Four are injured and an 18-year-old man is arrested after a car collided with a group of people.

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Glasgow Clydeside Expressway bus crash: One critically hurt

The crash, close to the Clyde Tunnel, has left several other people injured, police say.

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Avengers: Infinity War estimated to break global opening weekend record

The superhero sequel is estimated to have the highest ever global opening weekend take of $630m.

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Rudd explains why she resigned

Ms Rudd admits to the prime minister she "inadvertently misled the Home Affairs Select Committee".

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Papers on Rudd's resignation

Amber Rudd's resignation from the Home Office over the Windrush scandal dominates the front pages.

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From rising star to resigning as home secretary

Amber Rudd's resignation is a huge change in fortunes for one of the Conservatives' rising stars.

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Amber Rudd: Why has the home secretary resigned?

The home secretary has resigned, saying she "inadvertently misled" MPs over targets for removing illegal immigrants.

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News Daily: Amber Rudd resigns and Labour's pledge on loans

Your morning briefing for 30 April 2018.

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Why does the US still have 'debtors' prisons'?

Four in 10 Americans wouldn't have money to cover a $400 fine - so many serve time in jail instead.

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Nigeria’s deadly codeine cough syrup epidemic

With thousands in Nigeria addicted to codeine cough syrup, BBC Africa goes undercover to investigate.

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Caravans making a comeback

Cathy Chamberlain is bringing curvy caravans back in fashion.

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Rotten durian causes Melbourne university evacuation

The smell of gas reported in a students' library in Melbourne turned out to be a rotting durian.

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Iranians launch banknote protest to get round censorship

A group of Twitter users launch a campaign to spread messages of dissent on banknotes.

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Mullaghbawn: Wanted men 'kicked and beaten with iron bars'

SDLP Newry and Armagh MLA Justin McNulty says the incident was "disgraceful".

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Halsey: Shampoo in hotels ignores black people

Halsey defends a tweet in which she called out hotels for not providing shampoo for 'people of colour'.

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Huggable heroes: 'Daddy cuddly toy helps my child cope'

Military wife Natasha Balfe says the "huggable hero" toy has helped her daughter sleep at night.

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Detroit Was Crumbling. Here’s How It’s Reviving.

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South Korea to End Propaganda Broadcasts Along Border With North

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Twin Bombings in Kabul Kill or Wound Dozens at Rush Hour

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A Week Inside a Soccer Club When the Money Runs Out

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A Polyglot N.B.A. Swears by One Thing: That Call Was #@!&

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Capitals Hold On to Early Lead, Tying Series With the Penguins

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Gary Sanchez’s Homer Gives Yankees a 9th Straight Win

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A Numbers Guy Left the Front Office to Coach Prospects. Here’s What He Learned.

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The Profound Normalcy of a Day at the Movies in Saudi Arabia

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After Chaos, Port Authority Sets Storm Rules for Planes to Kennedy

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