Friday, July 29, 2022

Asos, Boohoo and Asda investigated over green claims

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Concerns include the use of vague language which may suggest clothes are more eco-friendly than they are.

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China signals it could miss economic growth target

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It comes as Beijing is pursuing a zero-Covid policy that has put major cities in harsh lockdowns.

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Thursday, July 28, 2022

Neighbours finale: 'Goodbye to a character I've grown up with'

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The actors behind Paul Robinson and Harold Bishop reflect on the TV soap coming to an emotional end.

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Cost of living: I avoid meals so my daughter can eat

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As prices continue to rise, Radio 1 Newsbeat speaks to those struggling for basic meals.

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Train strikes: Drivers to walk out over pay on 13 August

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Drivers at nine rail companies will walk out again next month, the union Aslef says.

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Lulo Rose: Angola pink diamond believed to be largest found in 300 years

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The 170 carat "Lulo Rose" is the fifth largest diamond ever discovered in Angola's Lulo mine.

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Ukraine war: Officials say work at grain ports resumes after deal

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Ukraine's navy will try to establish "green corridors" for ships to pass through, officials said.

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Gas prices soar as Russia cuts German supply

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The Nord Stream 1 pipeline is now operating at just a fifth of its usual capacity.

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Gas prices soar as Russia cuts German supply

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The Nord Stream 1 pipeline is now operating at just a fifth of its usual capacity.

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Brazilian footballer Neymar faces fraud trial in Barcelona

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Nine years after he moved from Brazil, he faces trial for alleged irregularities over the transfer.

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McDonald's puts up price of cheeseburger for first time in 14 years

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The fast food firm increases the price for the first time in 14 years due to growing cost pressures.

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Japan monkeys: Member of gang terrorising locals caught and killed

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Officials say they have caught and killed one of a gang of monkeys responsible for injuring 50 people.

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Wildfire tears through homes in Texas

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At least 20 properties have been destroyed by the fire in Balch Springs, as the US battles extreme heat.

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Train strikes: When are they and what are the disputes about?

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Thousands of train drivers and rail workers will go on strike in July and August.

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Karnataka: India family pay $1,000 for missing parrot

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The African grey parrot, which escaped through an open door, was returned to his family after five days.

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Ukraine war: Russia waging gas war with Nord Stream 1 cuts - Zelensky

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Ukraine's president accuses Moscow of using gas restrictions to inflict misery on ordinary Europeans.

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Monday, July 25, 2022

Japan's police to take measures after wild monkey rampages

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What started as attacks on women and children, now include the elderly and adult men, officials say.

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Train strikes: People told not to travel by rail during walkouts

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Only 20% of services will run and some places will have no trains on Wednesday, Network Rail says.

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Tunisia referendum: Voters decide whether to increase president's powers

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President Saied says the reforms will strengthen the country but opponents see them as a betrayal.

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Eurovision: UK to host next year's Song Contest

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The UK will host Eurovision next year after organisers said the event could not take place in Ukraine.

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Myanmar's executed activists: Phyo Zeya Thaw and Ko Jimmy

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Weeks before Myanmar executed four democracy activists, the BBC spoke to their family and friends.

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Ryanair boss hits out at airports: 'They had one job'

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Neil Sorahan says airports had "one job to do" - to recruit enough staff to deal with higher demand.

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Eurotunnel and Dover queues: Warning of another busy weekend of Channel traffic

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Traffic heading to France is flowing freely on Monday but it is expected to be very busy this weekend.

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Sunday, July 24, 2022

Kenya: Life on the front-line of severe food shortages

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The BBC's Anne Soy reports from the Horn of Africa, where US officials warn of a "hunger catastrophe".

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Climate change: How to talk to a denier

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Tips about how to engage with people who think climate change is a "hoax".

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Tunisia referendum: President Kais Saied seeks mandate to extend powers

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The North African country is set to vote on a constitution that seeks to extend President Kais Saied's powers.

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Dover and Eurotunnel queues: Travellers warned of third day of delays

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Families report sleeping in cars overnight on the approach to Eurotunnel, with waits of up to 21 hours.

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Climate protesters dragged away after attempting glue stunt with Botticelli masterpiece

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The incident follows a spate of action where environmental activists have targeted famous artworks.

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Saturday, July 23, 2022

Trump and Pence host rival rallies in Arizona

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They back competing candidates in the race to be the Republican nominee for the state governorship.

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The Rings of Power: Lord of the Rings prequel wows fans at Comic-Con

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The Rings of Power, Amazon Prime's Lord of the Rings spin-off, is the costliest TV show to date.

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China women: Killer of popular vlogger Lamu executed

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The woman was set on fire by her former husband while she was livestreaming from her kitchen.

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Ukraine war: Explosions rock Ukrainian port hours after grain deal

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Six blasts hit the city on Saturday morning, with local officials blaming a Russian missile attack.

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Texas wind turbine catches fire after lightning strike

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Footage of a wind turbine in Crowell, Texas shows the aftermath of a lightning strike.

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WWE chief McMahon retires amid sexual misconduct allegations

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Vince McMahon led the wrestling firm for decades but this year faced sexual misconduct allegations.

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Friday, July 22, 2022

Czechs demolish pig farm on Nazi concentration camp for Roma

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More than 300 Roma died at the camp and the farm's demolition ends years of bitter dispute.

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Cyber-attacks on Port of Los Angeles have doubled since pandemic

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The threats to the Port of Los Angeles are believed to come mainly from Europe and Russia.

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Cyber-attacks on Port of Los Angeles have doubled since pandemic

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The threats to the Port of Los Angeles are believed to come mainly from Europe and Russia.

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Splendour in the Grass: Rain causes chaos at Australian music festival

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Festival-goers at Splendour in the Grass endure muddy campsites, hours-long queues, and cancellations.

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Port of Dover declares critical incident over queues

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The weekend is expected to be one of the busiest periods of the year for holidaymakers.

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Cost of living: Families cut back on fuel and clothes as prices rise

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Retailers say record price rises are making households concerned over what they can afford.

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Port Talbot: Tata steelworks could close without subsidy deal

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Tata Group head says if a £1.5bn deal for reducing carbon emissions is not struck sites could close.

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Thursday, July 21, 2022

Spanish bull run: Three dead in 24 hours in Valencia hospitals

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The men had all been wounded recently during the Valencia region's annual festival.

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Inflation pushes UK government interest costs in June to fresh record

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Interest payments made on government debt hit the highest level on record in June as inflation surged.

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Nord Stream: Key Russian pipeline resumes pumping gas to Europe

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There had been fears Moscow would not restart flows in response to sanctions over the Ukraine war.

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China ride-hailing giant Didi fined $1.2bn after probe

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The country's cyber security watchdog launched a probe into the firm just days after its US listing.

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Nord Stream: Key Russian pipeline resumes pumping gas to Europe

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There had been fears Moscow would not restart flows in response to sanctions over the Ukraine war.

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Ranil Wickremesinghe: Sri Lanka sees new president sworn into office

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The ex-prime minister is seen as unpopular but some protesters say they'll give him a chance.

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World's oldest male giant panda in captivity dies in Hong Kong zoo

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An An was euthanized aged 35 - the equivalent of 105 years in human age.

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Government approves Sizewell C nuclear power plant

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The secretary of state grants approval for a new nuclear power plant on the Suffolk coast.

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Greek wildfire: High winds fuel fire raging through outskirts of Athens

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The Greek fire service says nearly 500 firefighters have been deployed to tackle the blaze.

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