Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson airport power cut strands thousands
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Today's Headlines December 18
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Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson airport power cut strands thousands
The power cut hit the world's busiest airport in Atlanta, stranding passengers in darkness.
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Russia inquiry: Trump denies he plans to fire Robert Mueller
The US president says he won't sack the man probing possible Russian interference in US elections,
Barry Sherman: Murder unit to probe Canadian mystery deaths
Canadian police confirm a homicide unit will investigate the deaths of a billionaire and his wife.
Switzerland funicular: World's steepest railway opens
The specially designed barrel-shaped carriages rotate as it ascends precipitous mountain slopes.
 
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'Nice' Australian was a 'loyal agent' for North Korea
Further details have emerged about the man accused of being an economic agent for North Korea.
Sport
BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2017: World 10,000m champion Mo Farah wins
Sir Mo Farah is voted Sports Personality of the Year 2017 after winning his third successive world 10,000m title.
Guardiola to discuss new deal in summer as Man City plan dynasty
Man City will hold contract talks with manager Pep Guardiola in the summer as they aim to build a dynasty to rival that of Man Utd.
Griezmann apologises after painting himself black for fancy-dress party
Antoine Griezmann apologises after initially telling people to "calm down" in response to outrage he sparked by painting himself black.
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Funicular railway: Switzerland launches world's steepest service
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François Gabart gets a hero's welcome after breaking sailing record
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Why this US woman is backing minority gun clubs
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Taking two million photos of Obama
Magazine
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The mystery of the baby in the box
Robin was abandoned as a baby 74 years ago. Now thanks to DNA and his daughter's detective work he finally knows where he came from.
Business
Bitcoin trading starts on the huge CME exchange
The Chicago-based CME exchange begins Bitcoin trading for investors.
Russia's Rosneft wins gas licences in Venezuela
The deal paves the way for Rosneft to develop two offshore gas fields in the Caribbean Sea.
 
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Technology
US woman used bitcoin to move cash to Islamic State, police say
She is accused of taking out fraudulent bank loans and buying bitcoin to funnel cash to IS.
Schools warned over hackable heating systems
A researcher finds dozens of UK schools' smart heating systems are vulnerable to being attacked.
Capital
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The real reason we love a suit
Unlocking the enduring appeal of being suited and booted
 
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Has the office Christmas party changed?
Why companies may be taming the annual office blowout this year
Culture
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The most famous actress in the world
Sarah Bernhardt was a global superstar in the late 19th Century
 
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How a balloon can be an emblem of hope
Images that question the permanence of borders
Earth
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BBC Earth nominated for Lovie Awards
A finalist in three categories ‘honouring the best of the European internet'
 
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New BBC Earth film coming soon
Earth: One Amazing Day, the long awaited sequel to box-office hit Earth
Future
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A love of music can survive dementia
Our reporter finds out how music helps scientists study dementia's effects.
 
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Why are paranormal beliefs so popular?
Almost 75% of people hold some sort of paranormal belief. What's their appeal?
Travel
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Where saying ‘me’ is considered selfish
It isn’t a mere grammar point, it’s a cultural canon
 
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The country with 11 official languages
It’s a window into the hearts of a fiercely honest people
 
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