Us Elections 2016
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Russian interference in US polls: Former Trump aide pleads guilty to conspiracy, lying
Rick Gates could earn a shortened prison term for admitting his guilt and cooperating with the federal inquiry.
Scroll Staff
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United States: Donald Trump Jr was in touch with WikiLeaks shortly before 2016 election
The US president’s son had submitted the correspondence to investigators conducting an inquiry into Russia’s alleged role during the 2016 election.
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Facebook will share details on Russia-linked 2016 political ads with US Congress
The social media company had initially refused to provide information on the 3,000 advertisements with the Congress.
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Trending
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The big news: Assam CM says amended citizenship law will benefit very few, and 9 other top stories
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Watch: Aligarh police chief assures all support to AMU protests if they are conducted democratically
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Several Twitter users change identities to claim to be Muslims who support citizenship law
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Watch: First snowfall of the season puts a beautiful white cover on Manali in Himachal Pradesh
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The Weekend Fix: Why Citizenship Act can’t be opposed by theoretical secularism and nine other reads
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US elections: Facebook says a firm likely in Russia spent $100,000 on ads with divisive messages
The social media giant said 3,000 ads and 470 ‘inauthentic’ accounts and pages spread polarising views on topics including immigration, race and gay rights.
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I never thought this would be a big deal, says Russian lobbyist about meeting Donald Trump Jr
Rinat Akhmetshin said he attended the meeting where the president’s son was promised Kremlin-linked material about Hillary Clinton.
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Donald Trump blames Barack Obama of inaction over Russia’s alleged meddling in 2016 election
His comments came after a June 23 Washington Post article revealed that Obama had been aware of President Vladimir Putin’s ‘direct involvement’ in the matter.
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Video
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Watch: This baby squirrel’s yawn is one of nature’s gifts to online videos
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Watch: Aligarh police chief assures all support to AMU protests if they are conducted democratically
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Watch the dramatic moment a dog got his leash stuck in an elevator – but was swiftly rescued
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Eco India: This town in Kerala has set its sights on becoming India's first carbon-neutral panchayat
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Satire video: Author Devdutt Pattanaik is roasted by ‘Bhakt Banerjee’ over Hinduism versus Hindutva
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Donald Trump is not under investigation, says his lawyer, though the president had claimed otherwise
Jay Sekulow said Trump had merely been reacting to news report when he said he was being probed for obstruction of justice in the Russia scandal.
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Donald Trump admits he is being investigated in US election probe, criticises special counsel
Counsel Robert S Mueller III has sought interviews with intelligence officials for an investigation into the president’s alleged obstruction of justice.
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Teens report onslaught of bullying during divisive US presidential election
In a survey of 50,000 teens, some 70% reported abusive behaviour across months of a notably angry presidential campaign.
A C Thompson, ProPublica
The Reel
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How a cafe owner and Rajiv Gandhi contributed to Ramanand Sagar’s blockbuster TV show ‘Ramayan’
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‘Ghost Stories’ trailer: The ‘Lust Stories’ quartet brings a series of horror short films
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‘Mardaani 2’ movie review: Once more, without feeling
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Is the web series ‘Queen’ about Jayalalithaa? Here’s what Ramya Krishnan has to say
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‘Chhapaak’ trailer: Watch Deepika Padukone as an acid attack survivor
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Trump promised to resign from his companies – but there’s no record he’s done so
To transfer control of his companies, the president has to submit filings in Florida, Delaware and New York. But there's no available record of the paperwork.
Al Shaw, ProPublica & Derek Kravitz, ProPublica
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Trump trolls, Pirate Parties and the Italian Five Star Movement: The internet meets politics
In the aftermath of Trump’s victory, commentators accused Facebook of being indirectly responsible for his election.
Simone Natale and Andrea Ballatore, The Conversation
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From wars to Partition and 9/11: A writer reacts to Trump's win in words, news clippings and photos
Amitava Kumar looks back at crucial (and often painful) moments in history and how this matches up.
Amitava Kumar
The Field
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Japan unveils main Tokyo Olympics stadium with special features to counter heat
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Funds not an issue: IOA president Narinder Batra says sports federations have to change their ways
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NBA wrap: Bucks win 18th straight game, Doncic injured as Heat get over-time win over Mavericks
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Ligue 1: Marseille six-match winning run ended by Metz; Moncao held in stalemate
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You all like watching us suffering: Klopp blasts plan to increase Champions League games