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Beijing changes focus of cyber warfare September 29, 2016

It's the nagging glitch in the US-China relationship that was inevitably mentioned during the first US presidential debate this week between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton -- cyber warfare.

Waging war in the information age September 29, 2016

CNN's Kristie Lu Stout talks to a of military panel of experts about cyberattacks.

U.S. vulnerable to cyberattacks September 1, 2015

Is the U.S. already losing a cyber war with China and Russia? CNN's Jim Sciutto reports.

2 Pakistani soldiers killed in clashes with India September 29, 2016

NJ train plows into station September 30, 2016

A New Jersey Transit train crashed into a platform in Hoboken -- one of the busiest stations in the New York metropolitan area -- during Thursday morning's rush-hour commute, leaving multiple people injured.

Train lacked mandated safety system September 29, 2016

The deadly crash of a New Jersey Transit train that plowed into a terminal at rush-hour Thursday morning underscores the need for a critical speed-control system on America's railways, according to industry experts.

Did Trump violate Cuba embargo? September 29, 2016

A new report says Donald Trump sought to invest in Cuba in the late 1990s, raising the possibility that the GOP presidential nominee violated US law.

What OPEC's oil deal means for gas prices September 29, 2016

Video shows cops shooting 6-year-old September 29, 2016

A Louisiana judge released body cam video Wednesday showing officers firing multiple rounds into a car, unknowingly striking and killing a 6-year-old boy.

Trump mad his allies say he lost September 29, 2016

Donald Trump is angry that his aides and advisers have conceded to reporters -- largely without attribution -- that the Republican nominee struggled in his first presidential debate.

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Barcelona survives Monchengladbach scare September 28, 2016

Barcelona produced a fine second half fightback to earn a 2-1 win at Borussia Monchengladbach in the Champions League Wednesday.

Monaco struggles to attract fans in mecca for the rich September 28, 2016

A Champions League night; the world's most prestigious club competition; a last-second equalizer to extend the home side's unbeaten start in their group -- but all played out in front of a half-empty stadium.

England manager sacked after undercover sting September 27, 2016

England soccer coach Sam Allardyce is fighting for his future after seemingly admitting on video that he's skirted FIFA rules on player ownership.

Real and Ronaldo denied by Dortmund September 27, 2016

Wolf, cat or tiger? Russians to vote on mascot September 24, 2016

Russia 2018 organizers are reminding the world about their upcoming tournament -- which has been buried amidst FIFA scandal -- starting with a marketing campaign to anoint the tournament's mascot.

FIFA scores anti-racism own goal September 26, 2016

FIFA has come under criticism for disbanded its anti-racism task force after soccer's world governing body said the body had "completely fulfilled its temporary mission."

Mourinho: 'Rooney is still my man' September 24, 2016

The way they played on Saturday, it looked like Leicester City players had been out celebrating last season's Premier League title until the wee hours of Friday night.

How Luis Suarez angered women September 23, 2016

Women's football club Santa Teresa invites Luis Suarez to match after "football is for men" comment.

Video referee sends off player September 22, 2016

He's a man who has made soccer history -- but not in the way he would have wanted.

Real misses out on record September 22, 2016

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Review: 'Luke Cage' brings muscle, cool to Marvel's new Netflix series September 29, 2016

As superhero team-ups go, Marvel and Netflix continue to make a pretty powerful pair. Enter, on the heels of "Daredevil" and "Jessica Jones," "Marvel's Luke Cage," which closely adheres to that gritty formula and should win its own loyal legion of fans behind Mike Colter's imposing presence in the title role.

Sandra Oh returning to TV with 'American Crime' role September 29, 2016

Two years after she hung up her scrubs on ABC's "Grey's Anatomy," Sandra Oh is headed back to the network for a new role on "American Crime."

'Empire' praised for taking on police brutality September 29, 2016

"Empire" waded into #BlackLivesMatter Wednesday night and the hit Fox series is being hailed for it.

15 must-see selfies from September September 28, 2016

Take a look at some selfies taken by celebrities during the month of September.

Did Janet Jackson just confirm her pregnancy? September 28, 2016

Janet Jackson has not officially confirmed that she is pregnant, but some photos have surfaced that may give fans a clue.

'Lion King' live action remake coming September 28, 2016

'Luke Cage' is music to showrunner Cheo Coker's ears September 29, 2016

When "Luke Cage" showrunner Cheo Hodari Coker was a student at Stanford University in the early 1990s, he and some friends would DJ parties.

Benedict Cumberbatch gets 'Comfortably Numb' September 29, 2016

Sign that man up for a musical.

Miley Cyrus throws shade at Mariah Carey September 29, 2016

There's been no silence of the "Lambs" (as diehard Mariah Carey fans are known) after Miley Cyrus threw shade at Carey.

Prankster explains rushing Kim Kardashian September 29, 2016

Days after grabbing model Gigi Hadid, celeb prankster Vitalii Sediuk rushed reality star Kim Kardashian West .

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Somalia says US air strike killed civilians not al-Shabab September 29, 2016

A Somali regional government official has demanded an explanation from the US after 22 civilians and Somali soldiers were allegedly killed in an airstrike.

Central African Republic militiamen ordered to vacate schools September 29, 2016

Armed groups in the Central African Republic (CAR) are told to leave the schools they are occupying or face forceful eviction by UN troops.

US sanctions allies of DR Congo's President Kabila September 29, 2016

The US imposes sanctions on two top security officials allied to DR Congo's President Joseph Kabila, accusing them of suppressing the opposition.

One in 10 children has 'Aids defence' September 29, 2016

A 10th of children have a "monkey-like" immune system that stops them developing Aids, researchers say.

Sudan government accused of using chemical weapons in Darfur September 29, 2016

The Sudanese government is allegedly using chemical weapons against its own people, with dozens of children among 200 killed in Darfur, Amnesty International alleges.

South African teen wins Google prize for orange peel innovation September 28, 2016

A 16-year-old South African wins a Google prize for using orange peel to develop a cheap super-absorbent material to help soil retain water.

Ugandan shot by US police 'pointed object' September 29, 2016

Police in California say they shot dead a Ugandan refugee because he pulled an object that turned out to be an e-cigarette from his pocket, pointed it and assumed a "shooting stance".

Trade in endangered pangolins banned September 28, 2016

A little known species driven to the edge of extinction by poaching, has gained extra protection at the Cites meeting in South Africa.

No 1 Ladies' Detective Agency celebrates Botswana's 50th September 29, 2016

To mark 50 years of Botswana's independence, Alexander McCall Smith writes an exclusive short story featuring his lady detectives.

Lagos hawkers: Nuisance or necessity? September 29, 2016

The authorities in Nigeria's main city of Lagos are cracking down on street hawkers, blaming them for traffic jams.

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Ben Emmerson QC resigns as child abuse inquiry lawyer September 30, 2016

The most senior lawyer working for the independent inquiry into historical child sexual abuse in England and Wales, Ben Emmerson QC, resigns.

US election 2016: Trump accused of Cuba embargo breach September 29, 2016

Hillary Clinton says presidential rival Donald Trump appears to have violated US laws, after a report said he broke a trade embargo with Cuba.

Wealth of people in their 30s has 'halved in a decade' September 30, 2016

People in their early 30s are "only half as wealthy" as those now in their 40s were at the same age, a report finds.

Hoboken train station crash: One dead and dozens hurt in New Jersey September 29, 2016

A woman is killed and dozens of other people are injured, some of them critically, as a commuter train crashes at a railway station in New Jersey.

Shimon Peres funeral: Arrests ahead of Israeli funeral September 29, 2016

Israeli police make several arrests as a huge security operation swings into action ahead of Friday's funeral for former prime minister and president Shimon Peres.

Eric Black: Southampton assistant named in corruption claims September 29, 2016

Southampton assistant boss Eric Black gave undercover reporters advice on how to bribe officials at other clubs, the Daily Telegraph claims.

Liam Fox predicts free EU trade post-Brexit September 29, 2016

International Trade Secretary Liam Fox says he wants the UK's trade with the European Union to be "at least as free" after Brexit.

Calls for Momentum vice-chair to quit in anti-Semitism row September 29, 2016

The vice-chair of pro-Corbyn group Momentum is under pressure to quit over allegations of anti-Semitic comments.

Syria war: Russia rejects US calls to halt bombing eastern Aleppo September 29, 2016

Russia says it will continue bombarding rebel-held eastern Aleppo, where thousands are trapped, despite US demands for Moscow to stop.

John Lewis boss chosen as Conservative mayor candidate September 29, 2016

John Lewis boss Andy Street, who calls himself a "proud Brummie", is chosen as the Conservative candidate to run for West Midlands mayor.

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Boko Haram leader mocks parents of missing girls September 26, 2016

Missing Chibok girls' parents react to new Boko Haram video September 26, 2016

Boko Haram's Abubakar Shekau seems to be the proverbial cat with the nine lives, given the number of times the Nigerian army has claimed to have killed or "fatally wounded" him.

Aide who plagiarized Obama fired September 28, 2016

Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has removed a speechwriter who caused him national embarrassment after he plagiarized US President Barack Obama.

Boat survivors tell of heroism, loss September 23, 2016

Metwally Mohamed says he knew as soon as he boarded the boat anchored off the Egyptian coast that it would sink.

Why 44% of Africans don't trust elections September 26, 2016

Threats, bribes and stuffed ballot boxes may sound like a political drama, but these are all real issues that Africans face during national elections, a public opinion study has revealed.

Migrant boat death toll climbs above 160 September 23, 2016

At least 162 people drowned when a migrant boat capsized this week off the coast of Egypt, state media Ahram Online reported Friday.

Is this Africa's best party? September 27, 2016

Ghana's Asafotufiami Festival celebrates the victories of local warriors. No one knows when it started, but it's the biggest cultural festival on the calendar.

US praises Sudan for fighting terror September 20, 2016

The State Department welcomed Sudan's efforts to counter ISIS and other terrorist groups Tuesday despite the fact that Sudan has been designated a state sponsor of terrorism for more than 20 years.

Algeria train collision injures 78 September 25, 2016

At least 78 passengers were injured when two trains collided in Algeria on Saturday.

Lupita Nyong'o drops surprise rap video September 26, 2016

If the Hollywood thing doesn't work out, it looks like Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o might have a shot at being a rapper.

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U.S. lawmakers may change September 11 law after rejecting veto September 29, 2016

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. lawmakers expressed doubts on Thursday about Sept. 11 legislation they forced on President Barack Obama, saying the new law allowing lawsuits against Saudi Arabia could be narrowed to ease concerns about its effect on Americans abroad.

Suing governments over terror no sure thing despite U.S. September 11 law September 29, 2016

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Families of Sept. 11 victims and others who may seek to sue foreign governments accused of supporting terrorism in the United States still face significant legal hurdles, despite a boost from passage of a law allowing such cases to proceed.

U.S. to open new vetting agency for 'secret' security clearances September 29, 2016

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The U.S. government will open the doors next week to a new agency, with stronger data protections, meant to shorten by many weeks the time it takes to vet government workers seeking "secret" and "top secret" security clearances.

Do not vote for 'demagogue' Trump, USA Today tells its readers September 30, 2016

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Branding Donald Trump a "dangerous demagogue," USA Today on Thursday urged its readers not to vote for the Republican presidential candidate, but added that it was not endorsing his Democratic rival Hillary Clinton either.

Clinton says Trump may have violated U.S. law on Cuba September 30, 2016

CHICAGO (Reuters) - U.S. Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton said on Thursday that Republican opponent Donald Trump may have violated U.S. law, following a news report that one of his companies attempted to do business in Cuba.

If elected, Clinton under pressure to appoint tough Wall Street sheriffs September 29, 2016

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Democratic Party progressives intent on reining in Wall Street are pushing Hillary Clinton to choose people to head the Treasury, SEC and other agencies who will crack down on big banks if she wins the White House on Nov. 8.

Houston taco trucks register voters as Latinos flex political muscle September 29, 2016

HOUSTON (Reuters) - Taco trucks in Houston have begun doubling as voter registration sites as Latinos in Texas flex their political muscle before the Nov. 8 presidential election in a state that has long symbolized Mexican immigration to the United States.

Kansas, ACLU reach temporary agreement on voter ID September 29, 2016

(Reuters) - The Kansas Secretary of State and the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) have reached a temporary agreement over the state's voter registration laws, keeping Kansas' chief elections officer from a contempt of court hearing, according to court documents filed on Thursday.

Obama signs short-term funding bill into law: White House September 29, 2016

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama on Thursday signed into law the funding bill passed by Congress that will keep the government operating until Dec. 9, the White House said.

Clinton enlists former foe Sanders in appeal for youth votes in U.S. presidential race September 29, 2016

DURHAM, N.H. (Reuters) - U.S. Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton shared a stage with former rival Senator Bernie Sanders on Wednesday to appeal for youth votes in the Nov. 8 election as opinion polls show a close race with Republican Donald Trump.