Wednesday, June 30, 2021

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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