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Iraqi forces reportedly advanced against Islamic State in Old Mosul on June 21, moving eastward across the last stronghold of Islamic State, toward the city’s Hamdin mosque. Reuters cited a military source as saying troops were within several hundred meters of the al-Nuri Mosque, a major center for Islamic State in Mosul, and where the group’s caliphate was first declared. This footage was shared by Iraqi Federal Police on June 21 and is described as showing troops near the Hamdin mosque, which is a short distance south of the al-Nuri mosque. Читать дальше...

Authorities have released dashcam footage of the fatal shooting of Philando Castile by St. Anthony, Minn., police officer Jeronimo Yanez in July 2016. Mr. Yanez was recently acquitted of all charges related to the shooting. Photo: Ramsey County Attorney's Office.

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The Congressional Black Caucus will reportedly reject an offer to meet with President Donald Trump. 

Omarosa Manigault, a former contestant on The Apprentice and now White House aide, extended an invitation last week to each of the 49 members of the group, of which Politico published a copy on Wednesday. 

"As requested by the President, we would like to schedule a follow-up meeting with the entire membership of the Congressional Black Caucus to discuss... Читать дальше...

Last FTSE 100 group with all-male representation at senior level tackles gender mix

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The secret to Bella Thorne's bikini bod? Hamburgers! The 19-year-old actress took to Snapchat on Wednesday to pose with her tasty treat while rocking a white seashell bikini top and matching bottoms.

WATCH: EXCLUSIVE: Bella Thorne Says She's Still 'Chilling' With Scott Disick Following Cannes Drama: 'We're Cool'

After sharing a close-up shot of the burger, Thorne then posted several Boomerang clips of herself taking... Читать дальше...

The world can't get enough of Zendaya. She's lauded in the fashion world for her ability to bring any red carpet to life. She's revered by teens and pre-teens alike. And now, thanks to a Vogue cover debut and interview, there are a million more reasons that prove exactly why Zendaya is truly on her way to the top. 

NEW YORK (AP) — People have used crowdfunding sites to raise money for business ideas, help afford medical emergencies and even to pay for vacations. Now the concept is coming to college savings.

NEW YORK (AP) — People have used crowdfunding sites to raise money for business ideas, help afford medical emergencies and even to pay for vacations. Now the concept is coming to college savings.

NEW YORK (AP) — People have used crowdfunding sites to raise money for business ideas, help afford medical emergencies and even to pay for vacations. Now the concept is coming to college savings.

NEW YORK (AP) — People have used crowdfunding sites to raise money for business ideas, help afford medical emergencies and even to pay for vacations. More 529 plans, the accounts that give families a way to put away cash for college, are adding crowdfunding-like tools that make it easier for savers to ask family and friends to contribute to a kid's college fund. Account holders can create webpages and share the links on Facebook, Twitter or in emails. Among the 49 states that sponsor 529 plans... Читать дальше...

NEW YORK (AP) — People have used crowdfunding sites to raise money for business ideas, help afford medical emergencies and even to pay for vacations. Now the concept is coming to college savings.

A liberal mosque, with men and women praying side by side, gay and transgender people allowed in, and female preachers having the floor, is planned to be opened in Oslo within a year, says an activist who came up with the idea.
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(ATTN: ADDS more details from 3rd para) SEOUL, June 21 (Yonhap) -- South Korea voiced strong protests Wednesday against Japan's latest claims to its easternmost islets of Dokdo in an education manual. The foreign ministry also said that it called

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This Australian duo’s dreamlike music will make you forget that you’ve been sweating since you left your house this morning.

Not that you shouldn't already think twice before jaywalking, but now, you've get yet another reason to wait for your light.

Twitter users see European Union flag, but sometimes a hat is just a hat.

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You play the hand you're dealt.

Those six words sum up Prudential Financial chief market strategist Quincy Krosby's approach to investing.

Too many money managers fall prey to pre-conceived biases and trade on market conditions they want to exist, rather than simply reacting to what's in front of them, according to Krosby.

In an interview with Business Insider, Krosby discussed Amazon's acquisition of Whole Foods, corporate earnings, the broader tech sector, and the so-called Trump trade. Читать дальше...

U.S. lawmakers seek tough response after death of university student who was detained by North Korea

'Better Call Saul' EPs Vince Gilligan and Peter Gould on that devastating season finale, and why you shouldn't hold out hope for Chuck.

'Better Call Saul' EPs Vince Gilligan and Peter Gould on that devastating season finale, and why you shouldn't hold out hope for Chuck.

BBC football analyst Pat Nevin looks at the proposals to change the laws of the game and gives his verdict on the more radical ideas.

BBC football analyst Pat Nevin looks at the proposals to change the laws of the game and gives his verdict on the more radical ideas.