The standing portion of the partly collapsed complex will be destroyed as a tropical storm approaches.
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Saturday, July 3, 2021
Covid: Thousands protest in Brazil against Bolsonaro over pandemic handling
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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'
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
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
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'
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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’
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
A video titled #WordsMatter highlights hateful messages left under posts about equality.
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Covid in Namibia: Mortuaries at capacity
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Human Rights Watch says China pressure is undermining academic freedom at Australian universities.
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Most Indians oppose interfaith marriage, survey shows
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
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
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?
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
"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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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'
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Marine Le Pen's National Rally had hoped to win a regional powerbase ahead of next year's election.
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Sunday, June 27, 2021
Florida building collapse: More than 150 missing, nine dead
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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'
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
The suspect has been charged with three counts of murder and five counts of grievous bodily harm.
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