Donald Trump under fire for defending Putin over poll meddling

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Donald Trump under fire for defending Putin over poll meddling US President Donald Trump's remarks after meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin have generated a firestorm. Criticism has flown from all quarters of America's public life - from his most avowed supporter Fox News to members of his own party. 'Lava bomb' crashes through roof of tourist boat in Hawaii A 'lava bomb' from the Kilauea volcano crashed through the roof of a tour boat off Hawaii's Big Island injuring 23 people. An explosion led to molten debris flying out into the ocean as the Kilauea volcano continues to spew molten lava into the ocean. Rolls-Royce unveils hybrid flying taxi concept British engine maker Rolls-Royce revealed plans to develop a hybrid electric vehicle, dubbed the "flying taxi", which takes off and lands vertically and could be airborne within five years. Jeff Bezos: World's richest man ever in modern history Amazon founder Jeff Bezos crossed another milestone Monday by becoming the richest man in modern history. His wealth topped $150 billion, the highest ever by anyone in modern history leaving Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates at the second position, according to Bloomberg Billionaire index. Reviving supersonic passenger flights to harm environment Reviving supersonic passenger flights will harm the environment as the jets will not likely be able to comply with existing fuel efficiency, pollution and noise standards for subsonic aircraft, according to a study. Muslims in China's 'Little Mecca' fear eradication of Islam Green-domed mosques still dominate the skyline of China's "Little Mecca", but they have undergone a profound change -- no longer do boys flit through their stone courtyards en route to classes and prayers.

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