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NFL fans gather ahead of Super Bowl 51 kick-off

NFL fans gather ahead of Super Bowl 51 kick-off

Excited NFL fans are gathering in Houston ahead of Super Bowl LI, having paid thousands of dollars to attend the match. The showdown between the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons will start on 5 February at 23:30GMT. More than 110 million Americans are expected to watch the Super Bowl and the game will be broadcast in 170 countries. Feb 5, 2017
Trumps travel ban sparks global protests

Trumps travel ban sparks global protests

People all over the world have protested US President Donald Trump’s travel ban. Trump has banned people from seven Muslim-majority countries from entering the US.In Hong Kong, dozens of people protested the order outside the US consulate.In Sydney and across Australia thousands united against the ban. In London thousands more marched from the US Embassy to Downing Street. Many more also protested in Paris, Berlin and Jakarta. Feb 5, 2017
Sick whale with 30 plastic bags in stomach found in Norway

Sick whale with 30 plastic bags in stomach found in Norway

A beached Cuviers beaked whale in Norway died with 30 plastic bags in its stomach. An autopsy showed the whale’s intestinal system to be completely empty - suggesting starvation.Attempts were made to chase the whale back into the sea when it beached but it had to be shot after all attempts failed. Plastic bags from several countries were found in its stomach. Scientists say the animal was in severe pain. Plastic pollution of the oceans kills thousands of marine animals every year. Feb 4, 2017
US judge blocks Trumps immigration ban; White House vows to appeal

US judge blocks Trumps immigration ban; White House vows to appeal

US President Donald Trump’s controversial immigration ban has been blocked by a federal judge. Judge James Robart’s temporary restraining order is a challenge to Trump’s policy which banned nationals from seven Muslim-majority countries from entering the US.The Seattle judge said travel restrictions could be lifted straight away. The Justice Department is set to appeal the ruling, with the White House branding the ruling outrageous. Feb 4, 2017
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