Saturday, July 3, 2021

Miami building collapse: Demolition date brought forward

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The standing portion of the partly collapsed complex will be destroyed as a tropical storm approaches.

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Covid: Thousands protest in Brazil against Bolsonaro over pandemic handling

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The demonstration were triggered by allegations of corruption involving the purchase of vaccines.

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Swedish Co-op supermarkets shut due to US ransomware cyber-attack

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Some 500 stores are forced to close due to the ripple effects of a major cyber attack in the US.

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Massachusetts armed group arrested after stand-off with police

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Several men fled after police found their vehicles stopped on a highway lay-by in Massachusetts.

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Europe migrant crisis: Boat sinks off Tunisia drowning 43

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Another 84 migrants were rescued after their boat capsized in a bid to sail from Libya to Europe.

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Vatican embezzlement trial: Cardinal Angelo Becciu among 10 charged

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Angelo Becciu, a former aide to the Pope, is among 10 people a Vatican judge says must stand trial.

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Bollywood's Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao divorce after 15 years

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The A-list Indian couple say will still work on joint projects in "a new chapter".

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Ukraine plans for women to march in high heels spark outrage

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The military wants women soldiers to march in high heels rather than army boots on independence day.

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How dogs are helping the Surfside rescue effort

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From trauma therapy to search and rescue, these dogs are playing a pivotal role in recovery

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Morrisons: Supermarket agrees £6.3bn takeover

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The UK's fourth largest supermarket accepts an offer from a US investment group.

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Japan landslide: 20 missing in Atami city.

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The government is dispatching an emergency task force to the area around Atami, which has seen heavy rain.

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'Hiking as a black person in the US can be nerve-racking'

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Mardi is part of Outdoor Afro, an organisation which encourages black nature lovers into the outdoors.

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Belarus closes border to Ukraine over coup claim

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President Alexander Lukashenko claims he has uncovered a foreign plot to overthrow his regime.

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The codes helping visually-impaired people shop

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New technology that allows phones to read out labelling is about to make supermarkets much more accessible.

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'It's like Endgame...where everyone just disappears'

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New York celebrity restaurateur Stephen Starr is having to get creative to staff his businesses

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US officer plays Taylor Swift song to try to stop video

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The officer in Oakland wanted to prevent activists filming him from uploading the video to YouTube.

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Miami building collapse: Firefighter's 7-year-old daughter found dead

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She is the third child to be recovered from the site of the collapsed 12-storey block.

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Friday, July 2, 2021

US halts executions restarted under Trump

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Federal executions, which are being paused once again, had been on hiatus until last year.

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Euro 2020: Uefa bans rainbow ads at two quarter-finals

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Uefa tells VW not to use rainbow ads in Azerbaijan and Russia, where gay rights are restricted.

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Iraq power cuts stir protests as summer temperatures scorch country

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The country's power system has been in a poor state for years and the outages have fuelled protests.

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Vauxhall set to announce Ellesmere Port electric van

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The news, which could be confirmed as early as next week, will safeguard more than 1,000 jobs at the at-risk plant.

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Tse Chi Lop: 'Asian El Chapo' can be handed over to Australia

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The alleged drug lord is suspected of running an illegal, multi-billion dollar operation.

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France investigates retailers over China forced labour claims

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French authorities investigate four brands over alleged human rights abuses in China's Xinjiang region.

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Boeing 737 cargo jet crashes into sea off Honolulu, Hawaii

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The US Coast Guard reportedly rescues the two pilots of the plane, which crashed near Honolulu.

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Tokyo 2020: US sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson set to miss Olympic Games after positive cannabis test

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US sprinter Sha'Carri Richardson receives a one-month ban after testing positive for marijuana - and is set to miss the Tokyo Olympics.

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US jobs growth picks up speed amid reopening

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The US economy added 850,000 jobs in June, according to the Bureau of Labour Statistics.

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Kenneth Kaunda: Memorial held for Zambia's first president

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Foreign dignitaries have been paying respects to Mr Kaunda, who led Zambia after its independence.

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M&S Bank branch closures reflect shift to online

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All 29 in-store branches are shutting on Friday, ahead of the withdrawal of M&S Bank from current accounts.

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Sri Lanka: Hundreds of sea animals washed ashore after ship disaster

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Turtles, dolphins and whales are among the sea life that have died since the X-Press Pearl sunk.

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Canada: Queen Victoria statue torn down at protest over indigenous deaths

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The statue was torn down in Manitoba at a protest over the deaths of indigenous Canadian children.

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Asda to allow permanent hybrid working for offices

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The supermarket says most of its 4,000 head office staff can choose to work at home or other locations.

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Boy Scouts of America: $850m deal agreed over sexual abuse claims

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The settlement was made with some 60,000 people over historic claims sexual abuse spanning decades.

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Young Swiss fans on the diversity in the national team

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Not many people expected Switzerland to be in the quarter finals of the Euros.

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Bagram: Last US and Nato forces leave key Afghanistan base

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The sprawling airbase has been the centre of operations against the Taliban and al-Qaeda for almost 20 years.

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Britney Spears: Financial firm asks to withdraw from conservatorship

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The Bessemer Trust cites the pop star's testimony as the reason for leaving the arrangement.

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Canada wildfires: ‘Let’s get out of here’

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After days of a record breaking heat wave, wildfires have forced residents in a small British Columbia town to evacuate.

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Thursday, July 1, 2021

Covid: Europe risks new wave, WHO warns

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Cases are up 10% in a week and there are concerns Euro 2020 matches could be super-spreader events.

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Blue Origin flight: Wally Funk, 82, to join Jeff Bezos space flight

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The historic journey will see her become the oldest person to ever fly to space.

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Global tax overhaul backed by 130 countries

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The OECD, which led the talks, announces that many have backed plans for a 15% minimum corporate tax.

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Amsterdam mayor apologises for city's role in slave trade

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The city puts pressure on the government to follow its lead on a holiday marking the end of slavery.

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US woman charged with hate crime after wrongly accusing black teenager

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Miya Ponsetto has pleaded not guilty to charges including unlawful imprisonment as a hate crime.

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Covid unrest: Italy prison guards suspended over beatings

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Italy is shocked by video showing prison guards' brutality during the first Covid lockdown.

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US plans third gender option on passports

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The process is "technologically complex" and will take time however, the state department says.

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Four reasons why Gap is closing its shops in the UK

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Four reasons why the former High Street favourite is closing its shops in the UK and Ireland.

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Post-Brexit trade: UK extends EU-era steel protections

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The government overrules its post-Brexit trade advisers to keep EU-era limits on products.

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Paris gang of thieves jailed over celebrity burglaries

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Footballers such as Thiago Silva were among the targets of the thieves, who stole millions in goods.

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Tour de France drops lawsuit over sign crash

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The woman's sign brought down dozens of cyclists during the first stage of the race on Saturday.

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Plan for law to protect neighbourhood cash access

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The Treasury says people should not have to travel beyond a reasonable distance to withdraw or deposit cash.

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Los Angeles fireworks explosion: Truck goes up in flames as police seize fireworks

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A truck filled with 2,000kg of fireworks goes up in flames, injuring at least 17 people in Los Angeles.

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Bank governor warns against over-reaction to higher inflation

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Bank of England governor says a rise will be "temporary" after a warning by the former chief economist.

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Canada heatwave: Wildfire forces hottest place to evacuate

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Lytton in British Columbia is evacuated a day after recording a temperature of 49.6C (121.3F).

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Bill Cosby: Accusers speak of shock and anger after conviction overturned

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Women who have accused the US comedian of sexual assault have been speaking out after his release.

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High-profile women want action to stop online abuse

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More than 200 women, including former Australia prime minister Julia Gillard, write to social media chiefs.

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Britney Spears: Judge denies request to remove father from conservatorship

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A judge denies the star's request to remove her father from his role overseeing her conservatorship.

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Thailand: Phuket welcomes first international tourists

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About 250 tourists - mainly from the Middle East - are expected to arrive on the island of Phuket.

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Covid-19: Indonesia announces lockdown in Java and Bali as cases surge

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It now has two million Covid cases, attributed to increased holiday travel and the Delta variant.

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China's ruling Communist Party celebrates 100 years

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China is celebrating 100 years of the Communist Party with a huge event in Tiananmen Square.

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CEO Secrets: How to keep your staff in a crisis

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A medical-tech boss describes her strategy for keeping her team together in a crisis.

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Ex-US defence secretary Donald Rumsfeld dead at 88

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Former US defence secretary Donald Rumsfeld, one of the main architects of the Iraq war, dies at 88

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Trudeau pays respects to Canada heatwave victims

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Dozens have died as Canada sees a new record - 49.6C (121.3F) - for the third day in a row.

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Obituary: Donald Rumsfeld

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Ruthless, resilient and divisive - he served as Secretary of Defense twice in a career spanning decades.

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Gap to close all 81 stores in UK and Ireland

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The fashion chain says it will be online-only from the end of September.

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Bangladesh elephants rescued after fleeing into Bay of Bengal

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The pair were separated from their herd in Myanmar and rescued by local authorities and fishermen.

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Bill Cosby's sex assault conviction overturned

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US comedian Bill Cosby's sex assault conviction overturned by top Pennsylvania court, paving the way for his release

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US embassy in Warsaw publishes video condemning LGBT hate

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A video titled #WordsMatter highlights hateful messages left under posts about equality.

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Covid in Namibia: Mortuaries at capacity

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President Hage Geingob says the country faces a "sombre moment" as coronavirus deaths rapidly rise.

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Green Saving Bond details revealed - except for one key factor

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Savers' money will go to the government for environmental projects, but the interest to be paid remains unknown.

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Bank of England's Andy Haldane voices 4% inflation fear

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The Bank of England's departing chief economist warns that the risk of high inflation is "rising fast".

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Trump Organization expected to be charged over tax

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The firm and its chief financial officer are set to be charged with tax-related crimes, reports say.

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Tour de France spectator arrested over sign crash

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The woman's sign brought down dozens of cyclists during the first stage of the race on Saturday.

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Canada weather: Canadians enduring 'unbearable' heatwave

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Dozens of people have died in Canada as temperatures reach a record-breaking 49.6C (121F).

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HMS Defender: Russia's Putin accuses UK and US of military provocation

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Russia's president says last week's naval incident off Crimea was co-ordinated to assess Moscow's response.

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Paris threatens e-scooter ban after woman's death

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Electric scooter providers in the French capital could lose licences if safety issues are not tackled.

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Covid-19: Huge crowds seek vaccine as Indonesia cases soar

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Thousands of people surround an Indonesian vaccine centre as the country faces a severe outbreak.

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Yemeni model facing unfair trial by rebel authorities - rights group

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Intisar al-Hammadi, who denies the charge, was detained by the rebel Houthi movement in February.

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Tradespeople shortages develop as EU workers leave

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The founder of Homeserve says there aren't enough tradespeople EU workers leave and demand rises.

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Recovered Picasso painting slips on to the floor

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The Picasso artwork Head of a Woman was being shown off during a news conference when this happened.

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Pandemic opened people's eyes to the value of tech - Dixons boss

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Alex Buldock says the pandemic and working from home opened people's eyes to the value of tech.

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Tucker Carlson: NSA denies spying on Fox News host

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Carlson accused the US security agency of planning to force him off air, citing a whistle-blower.

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The Yankees' 70-year-old bat girl

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Decades after she was told girls couldn't do the job, she got a chance to live her childhood dream.

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021

Teneo PR firm boss quits over drunken misconduct claims

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Declan Kelly steps down over what he called "an inadvertent, public and embarrassing mistake".

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China pressure 'undermining Australian universities', report says

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Human Rights Watch says China pressure is undermining academic freedom at Australian universities.

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Most Indians oppose interfaith marriage, survey shows

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A study said members of India's major religious communities often don't feel they have much in common.

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Kim Kardashian's Skims to design Team USA underwear

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The reality TV star says her shapewear company will supply the female members of the US Olympic team.

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Black Widow: Japanese serial killer loses death sentence appeal

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Chisako Kakehi was found guilty of murdering three romantic partners in Japan for insurance payouts.

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Miami building collapse: What could have caused it?

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The search for survivors continues but experts must now piece together what caused a Miami apartment block to collapse.

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King Maswati not fled Eswatini's violent protests - PM

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The statement was made after a night of clashes between the security forces and those wanting reform.

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Foreign business leaders may get quarantine exemption

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Executives visiting England from amber-list countries will not need to isolate if trip is a big economic benefit.

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French lesbians and single women to get IVF rights

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After years of heated debate France is to extend fertility treatment to lesbians and single women.

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Colombian anti-government protesters topple Columbus statue

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The statue of the explorer is the latest to be pulled off its pedestal during anti-government protests.

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Rare black hole and neutron star collisions sighted twice in 10 days

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Separate collisions of a neutron star and a black hole are detected in a short space of time.

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Lebanon banks close in solidarity after assault on staff

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Dozens of men stormed Lebanese Swiss Bank's HQ on Monday, trying to access closed accounts.

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Vicky Hernández: Court says Honduras to blame for trans woman's murder

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In a landmark court decision, Honduras is ordered to make changes to protect its LGBT community.

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Brewdog: Watchdog urged to probe solid gold can prize claim

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The brewery company could be in hot water as winners dispute the value of the "solid gold" beer cans.

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Makeup firm Revolution Beauty plans share sale

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The move comes eight years after the firm behind brands such as Makeup Revolution was founded.

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Charities say energy choice needed in poorer homes

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People with prepayment meters should get priority for new, money-saving energy technology, charities say.

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Jamie Lynn Spears: I'm so proud of Britney for using her voice

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Britney Spears' younger sister backs the singer after her powerful appearance in court last week.

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Staff should get time off for England game, Starmer says

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Sir Keir Starmer says workers should be allowed to finish work early to watch England play Germany.

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Elvis Costello defends Olivia Rodrigo over Brutal plagiarism claim

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"It’s how rock and roll works," says Costello, after the pop star is accused of copying his music.

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Canada Heatwave: Bears take a dip in record breaking temperatures

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Three mischievous bears have a pool day as Canada reaches record breaking temperatures in British Columbia.

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South Africa's top court sentences ex-President Jacob Zuma

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Jacob Zuma had defied a court order to appear at an inquiry into corruption while he was president.

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House prices rise at fastest pace since 2004

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Prices rose 13.4% in the UK in the year to June and are close to record highs in relation to incomes.

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UK must take action on electric car technologies, says SMMT

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SMMT is urging investment into charging points and battery factories to safeguard car industry jobs.

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Kuwait arrests man who posted TikTok weather rant

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The man is heard complaining about a dust storm and swearing in the online clip.

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Monday, June 28, 2021

Tigray conflict: Unilateral ceasefire declared - state TV

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State TV announces a ceasefire as rebels move back to take control after eight months of fighting.

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Juul to pay $40m in US lawsuit over teen targeting claims

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The e-cigarette company will pay $40m (£29m) to North Carolina and will change its marketing in-state.

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Juul to pay $40m in US lawsuit over teen targeting claims

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The e-cigarette company will pay $40m (£29m) to North Carolina and will change its marketing in-state.

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Climate change: Courts set for rise in compensation cases

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As links between climate change and extreme weather events increase, experts predict more lawsuits.

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Milos Zeman: Czech president calls transgender people 'disgusting'

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President Milos Zeman made the comment in an interview in which he said sex-change was "self-harm".

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Miami building collapse: Rescuers search air pockets

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More than 150 people remain missing, five days after the Florida apartment block collapsed.

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Mixing Covid vaccines gives good protection, study suggests

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Any combination of Pfizer or AstraZeneca for first and second doses works, a study suggests.

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North Korea: Citizens ‘worried’ by Kim Jong-un weight loss

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State media air unprecedented footage of one citizen expressing concern for the leader's weight loss.

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Fortune found in trinket left on pavement in southern France

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A man in south-western France discovers €85,000 (£73,000) in cash inside an elephant-shaped trinket.

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Lázaro Barbosa: Brazil murder suspect dies in police shootout

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After a 20-day manhunt, Lázaro Barbosa, who is suspected of killing a family of four, is shot dead.

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Sri Lanka v England: Kusal Mendis, Danushka Gunathilaka and Niroshan Dickwella sent home from tour

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Three Sri Lanka players are sent home from their tour of England for breaching bio-secure protocols.

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France elections: Tough lessons for presidential rivals

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Fragmented politics and voter apathy: France's regional elections are troubling for party leaders.

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Australia lockdown: Nude sunbathers fined for breaching Sydney Covid rules

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They were fined for breaking rules banning those in greater Sydney from travelling outside the city.

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India Covid: Covishield not eligible for EU travel pass

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The EU-wide travel pass, known as a digital Covid certificate, allows tourists into member states.

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Nissan to create thousands of UK jobs in battery investment

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The carmaker is set to announce a major expansion of battery production in Sunderland.

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BET Awards: Black women in music, film and sports celebrated

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Queen Latifah was given a lifetime achievement award at the BET (Black Entertainment Television) ceremony in LA.

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Canada weather: Heatwave hits record 46.6C as US north-west also frazzles

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Lytton in British Columbia breaks an 84-year-old record, as the US Pacific north-west also sizzles.

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Portugal makes UK unvaccinated people quarantine

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UK travellers will have to quarantine for 14 days while Germany wants EU to step up restrictions.

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Greggs' sales recovery stronger than expected

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The bakery chain says sales have continued to grow, while car dealership Lookers also enjoys strong trade.

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Hong Kong pro-democracy media buckles under China pressure

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A journalist's arrest and changes at a pro-democracy website show 'chilling' impact on media freedom.

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Cardi B reveals pregnancy at BET Awards

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The star announced she was expecting her second child as she picked up two awards for rap anthem WAP.

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Greensill auditor under investigation by watchdog

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Saffery Champness's work for Sanjeev Gupta's financial backer is being probed by the FRC.

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Jack Dorsey: Unpicking Twitter boss's passion for Nigeria

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The social media platform is banned but Jack Dorsey remains a hugely popular figure in the country.

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US airstrikes in Iraq and Syria target Iran-backed militia

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Strikes against an Iran-backed militia came in response to drone attacks on US forces, the US says.

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'Black rainstorm' warning suspends Hong Kong trading

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It is the city's first 'black rainstorm' warning of 2021 with more than 70mm of rain forecast.

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'Black rainstorm' warning suspends Hong Kong trading

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It is the city's first 'black rainstorm' warning of 2021 with more than 70mm of rain forecast.

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Pandemic work stress: How I learned to deal with it

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The disruption caused by the pandemic has raised fears of burnout, but workers are finding solutions.

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Outbreaks emerge across Australia in 'new phase' of pandemic

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For the first time in a year, Australia is battling outbreaks in different parts of the country.

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Wuhan lab-leak theory fuels Trump comeback rally

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Supporters say the former president was "dead on", as the theory about the origins of Covid gains respectability.

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Climate change: Why action still ignites debate in Australia

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Climate change has ended political careers in Australia and action over it remains widely debated.

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Jack Dorsey: Unpicking Twitter boss's passion for Nigeria

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The social media platform is banned but Jack Dorsey remains a hugely popular figure in the country.

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Papua's sacred forest for women only

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For generations women have gathered clams and shared stories in a forest that is now threatened by pollution.

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Palestinian protests: Crowds clash with police after death of activist

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Protests took place in Ramallah after the death of an activist and critic of the Palestinian Authority.

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France elections: Far-right National Rally loses key battleground states - poll

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Marine Le Pen's National Rally had hoped to win a regional powerbase ahead of next year's election.

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Florida building collapse: More than 150 missing, nine dead

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Days into the search for survivors in Florida, 150 people remain missing, with nine confirmed dead.

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Tour de France: Police seek spectator after crash

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A spectator holding a sign causes a multi-rider pile-up during the first stage of the race.

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Somalia's Puntland region executes 21 al-Shabab fighters

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It may be the highest number of members of the group sentenced to death in the semi-autonomous state.

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US heatwave: Pacific Northwest sees record temperatures

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The National Weather Service has issued heat warnings for Washington, Oregon, California and Idaho.

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Pet lion confiscated in Cambodia after TikTok videos

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The 18-month-old animal, weighing 70kg, is discovered at a villa in the capital Phnom Penh.

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BT and OneWeb sign rural broadband deal

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The telecoms firm and satellite company explore ways of providing rural broadband in remote areas.

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Brexit: NI business disruption needs to be fixed, says Lewis

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The NI secretary calls on the EU to show more flexibility in implementing the NI Protocol.

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Sudan agrees to hand over Darfur war crimes accused

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The decision to surrender ex-officials to The Hague comes after a visit from the ICC's top prosecutor.

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Johnson & Johnson to pay $230m to settle opioid claim

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Drugs firm to pay to settle claims it fuelled opioid painkiller addiction crisis in New York State.

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Johnson & Johnson to pay $230m to settle opioid claim

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Drugs firm to pay to settle claims it fuelled opioid painkiller addiction crisis in New York State.

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Key workers in Ibiza dance experiment

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Key workers were able to dance in Ibiza's nightclubs this weekend, to test if they can reopen safely.

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Florida building collapse: Fifth body found in survivor hunt

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It comes after a 2018 report highlighting a "major error" in the building's design was made public.

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'I spent £70,000 on pilot training but can't get a job'

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Newly qualified pilots are indebted and jobless as airlines reel from the pandemic, says the industry.

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More churches burn down on Canada indigenous land

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In total four Catholic churches have burned down in western Canada over the past week.

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A billion new trees might not turn Ukraine green

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The country's ambitious target to improve the environment could actually harm biodiversity.

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Pride month: Five stories from around the world

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From Canada to Uganda, people are celebrating Pride, both as a protest for LGBT rights and as a party.

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Khurshedben Naoroji: The singer who preached nonviolence to bandits

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Khurshedben Naoroji gave up her singing career to preach nonviolence to bandits in India.

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Jack Savoretti takes us on a guided tour of his new musical genre, Europiana

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The star says he's created a new style of music on his seventh album. Find out what that means...

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China's changes through one man's lens

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Yan Zhigang has spent four decades photographing the streets, and the people, of China.

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Colombia offers reward after presidential helicopter shooting

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President Iván Duque's helicopter was shot at as he flew near the Venezuelan border on Friday.

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Germany knife attack: Three killed were all women

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The suspect has been charged with three counts of murder and five counts of grievous bodily harm.

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