Two killed in shooting as New Zealand city hosts World Cup opener
New Zealand's prime minister said a shooting that killed two people in central Auckland hours before the women's football World Cup opener Thursday was not linked to a national security threat and the tournament will go ahead as planned.
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'Geneva patient' the latest in long-term remission from HIV
A man dubbed the "Geneva patient" is the latest person with HIV to be declared in long-term remission -- however he did not receive a transplant with a virus-blocking gene mutation like previous cases, researchers said Thursday.
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Netflix adds 6 mn subscribers after password crackdown
Netflix on Wednesday said subscriptions to the media streaming service climbed by nearly 6 million in the wake of its crackdown on password sharing.
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Russia puts Black Sea ships on alert after grain deal exit
Russia said Wednesday it would consider cargo ships destined for Ukraine via the Black Sea potential military targets, following its decision to exit a landmark deal that permitted the export of grain from Ukraine.
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United Airlines triples Q2 profits on strong demand
United Airlines reported on Wednesday that second-quarter profits more than tripled, benefitting from robust travel demand and a surge in international capacity.
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Stanford president to resign after research questioned
The president of Stanford University on Wednesday announced plans to resign after an investigation raised concerns about some of his scientific research.
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Tesla earnings rise to $2.7 bn on increased sales, lower prices
Tesla reported a jump in second-quarter profits Wednesday as a series of price cuts translated into sharply higher car sales.
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Biggest Women's World Cup kicks off with host nations in spotlight
The first Women's World Cup to feature 32 teams kicks off on Thursday with New Zealand taking on former winners Norway in the opening game in Auckland before co-hosts Australia face the Republic of Ireland in front of 80,000 fans in Sydney.
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Broad reveals Australia inspiration behind rise to 600 Test wickets
Stuart Broad hailed the influence of Australia greats Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath after the England veteran became just the fifth bowler to take 600 Test wickets.
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Inter sign free agent Cuadrado to fan fury
Juan Cuadrado has signed for Inter Milan, the Serie A club announced on Wednesday as fans protested the arrival of the Colombia winger after being released by bitter rivals Juventus.
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