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Dallas Democrat Fasts to Protest Texas Anti-Sanctuary Cities Bill

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French presidential hopefuls wrap up campaigns in tight race

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ABB, IBM team up on industrial artificial intelligence

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US sets up missile defence in S. Korea as North shows power

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French elections: Markets sense relief after French vote

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California judge blocks Trump order on sanctuary city money

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Gary Cahill hails 'massive step' towards securing Premier League title

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