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World
Iran’s President questions legitimacy of demand for new nuke deal

Iran has repeatedly insisted it is sticking to the nuclear deal and will not negotiate over its missile programme.
Tech
Facebook to allow users to appeal against removal of content

This is part of an effort to be more clear about where we draw the line on content, says Facebook public policy manager
World
18 dead in China karaoke lounge fire, arson suspect detained

A preliminary investigation found that it was caused by arson, the public security department in Qingyuan city, which oversees Yingde, said on its Weibo social media account.
World
21 dead in Boko Haram attacks in Nigeria

The Boko Haram insurgency which broke out in 2009, has killed at least 20,000 people and displaced more than 2.6 million, forcing them into camps and host communities.
Tech
Facebook rejects Australian media call for regulation

Australian media groups, like their peers worldwide, are losing circulation and advertising revenues to digital competitors.
World
Saudi finalises drone regulation after security alarm

Unconfirmed videos on social media appeared to show heavy volleys of gunfire in the neighbourhood, triggering speculation of a possible coup attempt.
World
Iran threatens to ‘vigorously’ resume enrichment if US quits nuclear deal

US President Donald Trump has set a May 12 deadline for the Europeans to "fix" the 2015 agreement that provides for curbs to Iran's nuclear program in exchange for relief from financial sanctions.
World
Russia sees ‘solid foundation’ for extending oil alliance

Jeddah: Russia said there was a "very solid foundation" for extending cooperation between OPEC and non-OPEC countries at a meeting Friday of oil producers in Saudi Arabia. Oil kingpin Saudi Arabia said a "consensus" was emerging for a long-term cooperation agreement. "We have created a very solid foundation for cooperation between OPEC and no
Cricket
Kohli downbeat despite becoming IPL top scorer

Kohli's innings took his IPL total to 4,619 runs in 153 matches, putting him ahead of Suresh Raina of Chennai Super Kings on 4,558
Tech
Facebook confirms it collects data beyond users

"When you visit a site or app that uses our services, we receive information even if you're logged out or don't have a Facebook account," product management director David Baser said in a post on the social network's blog.
World
Trump, allies praise Syria strikes as Moscow seethes

Hours later, the allies signaled their resolve to return to diplomacy, launching a new bid at the United Nations to investigate the chemical weapons attacks.
World
US, allies fired over 100 missiles at Syria: Russia

The US, France, and Britain announced a joint operation against Syria's government, a week after an alleged chemical attack outside the capital Damascus that was said to have left more than 40 people dead.
World
US, France, Britain launch strikes on Syria

Washington/Damascus: The United States, Britain and France carried out a wave of punitive strikes against Bashar al-Assad's Syrian regime on Saturday in response to alleged chemical weapons attacks that President Donald Trump branded the "crimes of a monster." As Trump embarked on a White House address to announce the action -- taken in defiance
World
‘Very soon or not so soon at all!’: Trump on Syria attack

Donald Trump's new tweet seemed to backtrack from the bellicose one of Wednesday in which he suggested to Syria and its ally Russia that a US attack over the alleged chemical weapons assault on civilians last weekend was all but imminent.
World
Erdogan vows perpetrators of Eastern Ghouta massacre will pay ‘heavy price’

The Turkish leader on Monday expressed "concern" to Putin over the attacks in Eastern Ghouta, the Turkish presidency said.
Tech
Apple’s global facilities now powered by ‘100% clean energy’

The California tech giant said its retail stores, offices, data centers and co-located facilities in 43 countries were operating with nonpolluting or renewable energy.
World
Trump warns Russia may have to pay for alleged Syria gas attack

The US leader met with his cabinet and then dined with top generals, telling reporters "we have a lot of options militarily and we'll be letting you know pretty soon ... probably after the fact."
Tech
Zuckerberg to face angry lawmakers as Facebook firestorm rages

The 33-year-old chief executive is expected to face a grilling before a Senate panel Tuesday, and follow up with an appearance in the House of Representatives the following day.
World
Macron condemns Syria ‘chemical attacks’

The statement from the Elysee Palace said Macron "strongly condemned the chemical attacks on April 7 against the population of Douma".
World
New strikes pound Syria’s Ghouta after alleged gas attack

Sunday's strikes came despite reports of a ceasefire and the potential resumption of talks between Syria's regime and Jaish al-Islam, the last rebel faction in Ghouta.