Thursday, May 4, 2017

Hawn, Russell honored with twin Walk of Fame stars

Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell receive the 2,609th and 2,610th stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S. House passes healthcare bill in big Trump victory

The House of Representatives approved a bill to repeal major parts of Obamacare, handing President Donald Trump his biggest legislative victory, but setting up a tough fight in the Senate. Fred Katayama reports.

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Puerto Rico, investors dig in for bankruptcy battle

The battle over Puerto Rico's bankruptcy filing, the largest ever by a local U.S. government, is expected to be long and bitter, as bondholders fight to stave off deep losses.

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United back on Capitol Hill

United Airlines President Scott Kirby testified in Senate on the forced removal of a passenger from a Chicago flight last month. Fred Katayama reports.

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American leadership: Presidents good, bad, and indifferent

On the heels of President Trump's 100th day in office, join Reuters for a panel discussion about the evolution of the American presidency.

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Trump trumpets House healthcare vote

President Donald Trump celebrates with House Republicans at the Rose Garden, after the House voted to repeal major parts of Obamacare and replace it with their own plan. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S. House passes healthcare bill in big victory for Trump

By a vote of 217-213, the U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved legislation on Thursday to repeal major portions of Obamacare and replace it with a Republican healthcare plan. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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U.S. House passes healthcare bill in big victory for Trump

By a vote of 217-213, the U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved legislation on Thursday to repeal major portions of Obamacare and replace it with a Republican healthcare plan. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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More rain, more floods for U.S. Midwest

More heavy rain is expected to drench the already saturated U.S. Midwest this week, with floods in the region already having killed at least five people. Nathan Frandino reports.

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U.S. House passes healthcare bill in big victory for Trump

By a vote of 217-213, the U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved legislation on Thursday to repeal major portions of Obamacare and replace it with a Republican healthcare plan. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Plea for billions to rebuild Iraq's war-torn Mosul

Bustling markets have sprung back into life in eastern Mosul, but the city's destroyed infrastructure and economy could take at least five years and billions of dollars to rebuild. Sara Hemrajani reports.

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Trump takes Manhattan - then splits for Jersey

President Donald Trump returns to his hometown for a rare trip outside of his presidential 'bubble' - opting to sleep in his New Jersey country home instead of Trump Tower.

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Viacom's profit beats targets

Quarterly profit plunged 60 percent at the media giant. But as Fred Katayama reports, its earnings results handily beat analysts' forecasts amid its drive to turn itself around.

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Adidas & Siemens lead German earnings race

Shares in Adidas have risen to a record high after the German sportswear firm reported a bigger-than-expected increase in first-quarter sales and profits. As Sonia Legg reports, it's one of several major German firms reporting better than expected earnings

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Trump takes Manhattan - then splits for Jersey

President Donald Trump returns to his hometown for a rare trip outside of his presidential 'bubble' - opting to sleep in his New Jersey country home instead of Trump Tower.

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Facebook shares fall on warning of revenue squeeze

Facebook has reported surging quarterly profit and revenue, helped by its fast-growing mobile ad business. But, as Sara Hemrajani reports, its shares dipped from a record high in after-hours trading as investors showed some nervousness about future earnings.

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France's Macron says debate revealed National Front's true nature

Centrist candidate Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday that far-right opponent Marine Le Pen revealed her true nature in the pair's televised debate. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump order to ease ban on church political activity

President Donald Trump will take executive action on Thursday to ease a ban on political activity by churches and other tax-exempt institutions as part of an order on religious liberties, a senior White House official said on Wednesday.

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High times as earnings boost European stocks

Euro zone businesses have raced into the second quarter, turning out their best performance in six years, according to new data. As David Pollard reports, European giants Shell and HSBC reflected the trend with better than expected first quarter results.

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France's Le Pen says she revealed the true Macron during debate

In an interview with French media on Thursday (May 4) Le Pen says she "lifted the veil" on her opponent, Emmanuel Macron. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Trump takes Manhattan - then splits for Jersey

President Donald Trump returns to his hometown in rare trip outside of his presidential 'bubble' - opting to sleep in his New Jersey country home instead of Trump Tower.

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Uber at the center of a high stakes lawsuit

Uber's court room battle with Google's Waymo over trade secrets of self driving cars could have dire consequences for the ride sharing company.

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Wednesday, May 3, 2017

Three killed, 10 hurt in crash at Massachusetts car auction

At least three people were killed and 10 hurt on Wednesday when, officials say, a car being readied for sale was accidentally driven through a crowded auto auction in Billerica, Massachusetts. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Macron supporters watch heated debate with Le Pen

Supporters of centrist French presidential candidate Emmanuel Macron gather in Paris to watch him clash with far-right candidate Marine Le Pen during a heated televised debate that covered their two visions of France's future, the euro and how to fight terrorism. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Tony nominees share the joy of being nominated

Theater professionals talk about the thrill of being nominated for their work on the stage. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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Pop-up bar brings sci-fi dreams to Hollywood

For science-fiction fans who dream of having a night out with their favorite aliens, the wait is over as 'The Cantina of Scum & Villainy' in Hollywood provides fantasy entertainment. Rollo Ross reports.

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Puerto Rico files biggest ever U.S. local government bankruptcy

Puerto Rico's financial oversight board on Wednesday filed for a form of bankruptcy protection, touching off the biggest bankruptcy in the history of the U.S. municipal debt market.

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Microsoft, Apple scramble to keep up with Google school success

For most educators and school districts, Google's Chromebook is now the computer of choice. Microsoft's announcement of new education products shows the company's determination to reverse that.

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No federal charges for Louisiana officers in shooting of black man

Two white Louisiana police officers will not face federal charges for last year's fatal shooting of Alton Sterling, acting U.S. Attorney Corey Amundson said. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Republicans fight the clock for health overhaul vote

A prominent Republican House lawmaker threw his support behind the party's healthcare overhaul plan on Wednesday after crafting changes to provide $8 billion over five years to shore up coverage for people with pre-existing conditions.

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Fed holds interest rates steady

U.S. central bank policy makers downplayed weak economic growth. That's a sign they could rase rates as early as June. Fred Katayama reports.

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Massachusetts car auction crash kills at least three people: media

At least three people were killed when a car smashed through a crowded auto auction in Billerica, Massachusetts, on Wednesday, local media reported. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Bitcoin soars to all-time high near $1,500

Bitcoin further pushing closer to $1,500 as it surges to record territory as Japan approves the digital currency as a legitimate form of payment.

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Massachusetts car auction crash kills at least three people: media

At least three people were killed when a car smashed through a crowded auto auction in Billerica, Massachusetts, on Wednesday, local media reported. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Pelosi says GOP's "latest version of Trumpcare, deadly"

As Republicans negotiate elements of their latest healthcare plan centered on pre-existing conditions, House Democratic leader Nancy Pelosi says the "latest version of Trumpcare is deadly." Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Ma.car auction crash kills at least three people: media

At least three people were killed when a car smashed through a crowded auto auction in Billerica, Massachusetts, on Wednesday, local media reported. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Theresa May: EU seeking to influence result of British election

British Prime Minister Theresa May accuses EU politicians and officials of seeking to influence the result of Britain's upcoming election. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Eagles sue Hotel California

The American soft rock band filed a suit accusing the owners of a Mexico hotel of using the name of its hit song, "Hotel California." Lisa Bernhard reports.

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FUTUREPROOF Episode Two, Part Three

Matt Gooderick looks at how advances in technology are changing our lives and the way we do business, including the latest in 3D printing, communicating with smart devices and the threat from cyber criminals.

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FUTUREPROOF Episode Two, Part Two

Matt Gooderick looks at how advances in technology are changing our lives and the way we do business, including the latest in robotic delivery services and virtual reality film-making on show at the Tribeca Film Festival.

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Julian Barratt talks 'silly' new comedy 'Mindhorn'

Julian Barratt says new detective comedy 'Mindhorn' is 'silly' and not 'surreal'. Rough Cut (No reporter narration)

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"Kong" powers Time Warner profit

"Kong: Skull Island" and "The LEGO Batman Movie" drove the media giant's quarterly profit and revenue sharply higher. Fred Katayama reports.

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Britain and EU must agree way of settling accounts - Barnier

The EU's chief Brexit negotiator, Michel Barnier, says the UK and the EU need to agree on a clear way of calculating how much Britain owes the bloc. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Flooding ravages Missouri

Flooding continues to pummel Missouri from heavy rainfall. Three people are reportedly dead. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Islamic State suicide attack hits NATO convoy in Kabul

Islamic State claims responsibility for a suicide bombing in the Afghan capital that killed eight civilians in an attack on a convoy of NATO armoured personnel vehicles.

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Apple shares fall on surprise dip in iPhone sales

Apple has reported a surprise fall in iPhone sales for its second quarter, indicating that customers may have held back purchases in anticipation of the 10th-anniversary edition of the company's most important product later this year. David Pollard reports

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China's all-girl 'boy band' blurs rigid gender lines

China's first androgynous pop group is gaining hundreds of thousands of fans, as its members push the boundaries of gender and sexual identity in a country with strictly defined boundaries. Reuters reporter Muyu Xu caught up with Acrush at their recent Album launch.

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Trump and Abbas have their work cut out for them

U.S. President Donald Trump and Palestinian Authority President Mamoud Abbas will meet at the White House Wednesday, amid a vast array of roadblocks and complications standing in the way of peace between Israel and Palestine.

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Africa cocoa producers losing to low global prices

Ghana has missed out on nearly $1 billion in export earnings due to a steep decline in global cocoa prices that has also forced Ivory Coast to slash its 2017 budget. David Pollard reports.

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Eight civilians killed in NATO convoy attack

A suicide bombing near the U.S. embassy in Kabul on Wednesday (May 3) killed eight civilians and wounded at least 25, officials say. Scarlett Cvitanovich reports.

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Apple posts surprise dip in iPhone sales

Apple reported a surprise fall in iPhone sales for its second quarter on Tuesday, indicating that customers may have held back purchases in anticipation of the 10th-anniversary edition of the company's most important product later this year.

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Tuesday, May 2, 2017

"Today is a day of victory" says Walter Scott's mother

Judy Scott, the mother of a black man who was fatally shot by a white former South Carolina police officer, says "we got justice" after Michael Slager's admission that he used excessive force against Walter Scott in 2015. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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United CEO takes responsibility for passenger incident

United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz apologizes for a series of failures that led to the April 9 forced removal of passenger David Dao from a United flight in Chicago. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Is Tesla getting into the upcycling game?

A northern California recycling company lists two Tesla executives as officers – a possible sign that the company’s commitment to re-using materials may be deeper than the industry thought.

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Apple falls; Wall Street rallies

Disappointing iPhone sales pressured Apple stock after hours. Earlier, as Fred Katayama reports, tech and industrial stocks helped lift the markets.

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Airlines threatened with legislation after United dragging

U.S. lawmakers threatened United Airlines and other U.S. carriers on Tuesday with legislation aimed at improving customer service after a passenger was dragged down the aisle of an overbooked flight last month.

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Bette Midler and Josh Groban score Tony nominations

The actors earn nods for their work on the Broadway stage. Alicia Powell reports.

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Former U.S. officer who fatally shot black man pleads guilty to federal charge

Michael Slager, the white former South Carolina police officer who was filmed as he shot a fleeing, unarmed black man in the back, has plead guilty to federal charges stemming from the incident. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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Breakingviews TV: Money-management woes

Antony Currie and Tom Buerkle explain how AllianceBernstein CEO Peter Kraus’s ouster fits into the tough battle active managers are fighting as passive funds win assets and crush fees.

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Infosys to hire 10,000 U.S. workers

India-based IT services firm Infosys plans to hire 10,000 workers in the next two years and open four technology centers in the United States. Alicia Powell reports.

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United CEO testifies before House committee

The chief executive of United Airlines sat down before a House panel on Tuesday to testify about the forced removal on April 9 of a passenger from a Chicago flight, an incident that drew international condemnation.

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Israel celebrates its 69th Independence Day

Israel on Tuesday (May 2) celebrates its 69th Independence Day anniversary with a ceremony at the President's Office. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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United CEO takes responsibility for passenger incident

United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz apologizes for a series of failures that led to the April 9 forced removal of passenger David Dao from a United flight in Chicago. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Refurbs and rental jets in vogue for China's elite

China's rich are opting for second-hand private jets or rentals instead of new planes. Ryan Brooks reports.

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Greeks angry after leaders cut deal with lenders

Promising to cut pensions and give taxpayers fewer breaks, Greece has paved the way for the disbursement of further rescue funds from international lenders and possibly opened the door to reworking its massive debt. Laura Frykberg reports

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U.S. East and Midwest count cost of deadly storms

Officials in the U.S. Midwest and Eastern states are assessing the damage inflicted by deadly tornadoes and heavy flooding brought by severe storms across the region. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Economy: currencies boost euro zone, UK factories

European manufacturers begin the second quarter at a blistering pace, with the euro zone's factories increasing activity at the fastest rate in six years. As David Pollard reports, factories across much of Asia also got off to a solid start in the second quarter, buoyed by strong global demand, particularly for hi-tech gadgets.

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Without school, children of Mosul feared lost to poverty and conflict

Tens of thousands of children have been orphaned or left homeless by the war on Islamic State and forced to work to support their families in Mosul, the militants' last major city stronghold in Iraq. Sarah Charlton reports.

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Hamas' softened stance on Israel met with skepticism

The Palestinian Islamist group Hamas has dropped its longstanding call for Israel's destruction, but it was met with skepticism by both Israel and the political party of Palestinian President, Mahmoud Abbas.

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'147-year-old man' laid to rest in Indonesia

An Indonesian man who claimed to be the world's oldest person was laid to rest on Monday. According to his identity card, he was born on December 31, 1870. Graham Mackay reports.

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Indian mob kills two Muslims over suspected cow theft

A mob in India beat to death two Muslims who were accused of trying to steal cows for slaughter, police say, the latest incident in a surge of violence blamed on hardline Hindu groups.

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Sea World Australia's polar bear Liya gives birth to twin cubs

Sea World Australia releases video of two newly born polar bear cubs feeding from their mother inside their den. No reporter narration.

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Macron, Le Pen exchange May Day blows

French presidential candidate Emmanuel Macron accuses Marine Le Pen's National Front of being "anti-France" in a blistering attack on his far-right rival. Scarlett Cvitanovich reports.

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Stars let loose on fashion choices for the Met Gala

Celebrities turn heads on the red carpet at the annual Met Gala, letting loose on their dress choices on fashion's night of nights. No reporter narration.

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Monday, May 1, 2017

Celebrities turn heads at the Met Gala

Celebrities strut their stuff as they arrive for the annual Met Gala, fashion's biggest night out. No reporter narration.

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Puerto Rican police fire tear gas on May Day protesters

Police fire tear gas on thousands marching in the Puerto Rican capital of San Juan, protesting austerity measures as the deadline approaches for the country's debt restructuring deal. No reporter narration.

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Patch the one-eyed horse set to run the Kentucky Derby

A one-eyed horse named Patch is set to run in the Kentucky Derby for the first leg of U.S. thoroughbred racing's Triple Crown. No reporter narration.

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Blast hits Toronto financial district

A blast, that officials say may have been caused by a power transformer explosion, prompted Toronto police to close off a section of the city's financial district as heavy smoke billowed out of sewer grates. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Michael Moore to target Trump in Broadway one man show

Michael Moore announces that he is appearing on Broadway for 12 weeks in a production he hopes will bring down US President Donald Trump through satire. Rough Cut - no reporter narration.

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Suspect in shooting of Dallas medic found dead in home

A man suspected of shooting a Dallas paramedic on Monday was found dead of an apparent suicide after a police robot search of a home. Jillian Kitchener reports.

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3D-printed 'chain mail' could provide protection in space

A "fabric" designed by NASA could one day provide protection in space, as well as be the basis for shape-changing surfaces. Bob Mezan reports.

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Apple, tech lift Wall Street

Wall Street got a boost from gains in Apple and other big tech stocks that more than offset weak economic data and pushed the Nasdaq to another record high. Angela Moore reports.

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The $1 trillion budget deal

The House is likely to vote first on the package, probably early in the week, and send it to the Senate for approval before Friday's midnight. Alicia Powell reports.

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The Met celebrates Rei Kawakubo

Fashions from the Japanese designer go on display at the Costume Institute at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Rough Cut (no reporter narration)

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GOP lawmaker Ros-Lehtinen, a Trump critic, to retire

U.S. Representative Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, a moderate Republican from South Florida who has been critical of President Donald Trump, said on Monday she plans to retire when her term is up next year. Rough Cut (no reporter narration).

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Hamas to drop call for Israel's destruction: sources

The Palestinian Islamist group Hamas will drop its longstanding call for Israel's destruction as well as its association with the Muslim Brotherhood in a new policy document to be issued on Monday, Gulf Arab sources said.

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Breakingviews TV: Deal finance 101

Purdue University is buying online diploma factory Kaplan in a first-of-its-kind-transaction. Kate Duguid and Jeffrey Goldfarb discuss whether the idea makes the grade.

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Images of April

Images taken by Reuters photographers around the world for the month of April 2017, including a show of force by North Korea, protests in Venezuela, and President Donald Trump. Produced by David Lucas.

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Marine Le Pen is gaining on Emmanuel Macron

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen tells supporters she is counting on them and to "stay free" by denying Emmanuel Macron the presidency. Report by Pascale Davies.

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Duterte White House invitation raises eyebrows at U.N.

The White House is defending President Donald Trump's decision to invite Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte to Washington, saying his cooperation is needed to counter North Korea and despite his alleged support of extra-judicial killings of drug suspects. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Hundreds detained at Istanbul May Day protests

Turkish police arrested dozens of people and fired rubber bullets as anti-government protesters tried to breach a ban on access to the main Taksim Square in Istanbul to mark May Day. Francis Maguire reports.

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Cannes' Palme d'Or to shine with 167 diamonds

Cannes Palme d'Or trophy will be encrusted with 167 diamonds for the 70th anniversary of the prestigious film festival. Rough Cut (No reporter narration)

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U.S. lawmakers reach deal averting shutdown

Negotiators in the U.S. Congress reached a deal late on Sunday on around $1 trillion in federal funding that would avert a government shutdown later this week, while handing President Donald Trump a downpayment on his promised military build-up.

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Samsung Heavy Industries' crane collapses in Geoje, kills five

Authorities say at least five people are dead after a crane collapsed and fell onto a construction site in Geoje, South Korea. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Macron pays tribute to Moroccan drowned in 1995, after far-right activists pushed him into Seine

French presidential frontrunner Emmanuel Macron on Monday paid homage to a young Moroccan man who drowned in the Seine 22 years ago after being pushed into the river by skinheads on the fringes of the National Front's traditional May Day rally. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Turkish police arrest dozens on May Day protest in Istanbul

Turkish police arrested dozens of people as anti-government protesters tried to breach a ban on access to the main Taksim Square in Istanbul to mark May Day. Rough Cut (no reporter narration.

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Turkish police disperse May Day protesters with rubber pellets

Turkish police arrested dozens of people and fired rubber bullets as anti-government protesters tried to breach a ban on access to the main Taksim Square in Istanbul to mark May Day. Rough Cut (no reporter narration. Rough cut (no reporter narration).

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Cast of 'The Godfather' reunite for emotional 45th anniversary

The Tribeca film festival in New York ended on Saturday with an emotional reunion: the cast of "The Godfather" on the film's 45th anniversary. Nathan Frandino reports.

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