News Roundup for April 3, 2017

News Roundup for April 3, 2017
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This is news that moves.

1. Israel has a new defense missile called “David's Sling”. It used to be called “Magic Wand” (for real) but they decided that was too Harry Potter and not enough old testament. More here.

2. Somali pirates have hijacked an Indian cargo vessel. Verdict is still out on whether or not this is a promo for the new Pirates of the Caribbean movie. More here.

3. Colombian flooding has claimed at least 254 lives since Saturday. There are many ways you can help, so get on it. More here.

4. Ecuador, one of few countries not swinging to the right, have re-elected their socialist leader. How long will it be until we fear Ecuador? More here.

5. Jared Kushner went to Iraq because of... nepotism. More here.

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