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  Last update: 13:16 20.11.2019

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  Asia & Pacific

  Pakistan Reportedly Foils Attempt by US Military Aircraft to Enter its Airspace

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  Last update: 12:31 20.11.2019

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  World

  Elon Musk Claims His ‘Pedo Guy’ Tweet Wasn’t Serious Because He Also Said He’s a Martian

  The charismatic Tesla boss, Elon Musk has a history of erratic online statements. One of them even landed him in hot water with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, and another is at the centre of an ongoing defamation case.

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  Last update: 11:45 20.11.2019

  11:45 20.11.2019

  US

  A ‘Latte Laughs’: Woman Knocking Back Coffee at Trump Impeachment Hearing Hits Viral Spotlight

  Four witnesses in the impeachment inquiry wrapped up their day-long public testimony before the Democrat-led House Intelligence Committee on Tuesday as the impeachment investigation against US President Donald Trump enters another week.

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  Last update: 10:00 20.11.2019

  10:00 20.11.2019

  Viral

  Marvel Comics Want New York Councilman to Stop Wearing Captain America Costume

  Over Marvel Cinematic Universe's 10-year history, superhero costumes have changed more than once. Some have just become out of this world, while others have caused only bewilderment.

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  Last update: 10:52 20.11.2019

  10:52 20.11.2019

  Europe

  London Summons Chinese Ambassador Over Alleged Mistreatment of Ex-UK Consulate Worker

  Earlier in the day, The Wall Street Journal reported that Simon Cheng, a former employee at Britain’s Hong Kong consulate, claimed the Chinese secret police had beaten him, deprived him of sleep, and chained him during an interrogation about activists leading protests in Hong Kong.

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  Last update: 10:07 20.11.2019

  10:07 20.11.2019

  Asia & Pacific

  Indian Scientists Develop Smart Microscopy Solution for Better, Affordable Diagnostics

  New Delhi (Sputnik) - A shortage of health professionals is a major impediment in handling the current health burden of India, especially in rural areas. Indian scientists have been working on affordable and innovative solutions for medical diagnosis.

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  Last update: 08:28 20.11.2019

  08:28 20.11.2019

  US

  Trump Blasts ‘Sick Media’ for Health Speculations as ‘Routine Physical’ Catches Melania ‘Off Guard’

  The US president’s weekend hospital visit has generated speculation regarding his health as it was reportedly not on his public schedule and didn’t follow protocols used by the White House for previous physicals, including advance public notice.

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  Last update: 08:34 20.11.2019

  08:34 20.11.2019

  Europe

  Iraqi Defence Minister Outed as Swedish Citizen With Criminal Record by News Outlet

  According to Swedish media reports, Najah al-Shammari has Swedish citizenship and is listed as a Swedish resident on a disability allowance. During his time in Sweden, he was reportedly on full-time sick leave due to memory problems, but had a criminal record.