Tuesday, August 10, 2021

Deliveroo: German rival buys stake in delivery platform

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Delivery Hero's comments about Deliveroo send its shares soaring to new heights since going public.

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Monday, August 9, 2021

Jeffrey Epstein victims' fund awards $121m to survivors

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About 150 people who were sexually abused by the disgraced New York financier have received payouts.

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Climate change: At-risk nations fear extinction after IPCC report

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The most vulnerable developing countries plead for action after a stark warning from a UN panel.

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Greensill: David Cameron 'made $10m' before company’s collapse

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A letter indicates the former PM received millions from shares in the controversial collapsed firm.

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Mobile roaming charges in Europe: What you need to know

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How much more will Britons have to pay to use their mobiles in Europe, now the UK has left the EU?

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Lukashenko: 'You can choke on your sanctions in the UK'

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The UK and US are tightening sanctions on Belarus, hitting economic sectors.

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Anger at overflowing Covid test drop boxes

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Provider Randox says it is increasing collections but the tests for UK arrivals are branded 'pointless'.

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Suspect in Nantes cathedral fire held over French priest's killing

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French police also suspect the Rwandan man of starting a fire that ravaged Nantes cathedral in 2020.

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Shishov case: Belarus leader Lukashenko denies link to dissident's death

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Alexander Lukashenko insists he had nothing to do with a suspicious hanging in Ukraine last week.

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Vodafone to bring back roaming charges from January

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It follows EE's decision to reintroduce daily charges for using phone tariffs while in Europe

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Andrew Cuomo: Accuser Brittany Commisso says governor broke law

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Brittany Commisso speaks out for the first time about alleged groping incidents with New York governor.

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We For India: Stars unite to help Covid relief work in India

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Ed Sheeran, Annie Lennox, Mick Jagger and Bollywood actors will join forces for livestreamed event.

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Climate change: Five things we have learned from the IPCC report

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What are the key takeaways from the IPCC new study on the science of climate change?

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Groupon told to improve how it treats customers

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The competition watchdog warns the discounter it faces legal action unless it takes 'swift' action.

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Thunberg calls out climate impact of fashion brands in Vogue interview

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Many companies are only pretending to care about the climate, the activist tells Vogue Scandinavia.

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SFO probes Gavin Woodhouse over suspected care home fraud

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The Serious Fraud Office has launched a fraud investigation into care home entrepreneur Gavin Woodhouse

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Ocado to allow staff to work remotely from abroad

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Employees can decide where they work for one month a year as more firms rethink workplace policies.

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Nigerian Igbo Jewish leader arrested with Israeli visitors freed

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Lizben Agha was held for weeks without charge after becoming caught up with the three men's arrest.

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Climate change: IPCC report is 'code red for humanity'

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Heating from humans has caused irreparable damage to the Earth that may get worse in coming decades.

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Afghanistan war: Taliban push on while rejecting truce

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The militant group spurns international calls for a ceasefire, as it continues to gain ground.

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Why China's climate policy matters to us all

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The global battle against climate change is likely to be won or lost in China.

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Malta: The teenagers pulled from the sea and accused of terrorism

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How three teenagers rescued from the Mediterranean Sea ended up in Malta accused of terrorism.

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Assam-Mizoram clash: 'It was like a war between two countries'

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A long-running border dispute is affecting relations between two neighbouring Indian states.

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Children's home fire: 'The souls of our daughters are still there'

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The mothers of teenage girls who died in a 2017 fire at a children's home in Guatemala want justice.

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Greece wildfires: 'It's like a horror movie but it's real life'

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Thousands of people have had to evacuate Greece's second biggest island as severe wildfires rage.

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Tobacco giant Philip Morris raises bid for respiratory drugmaker

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Philip Morris is seeking to buy Vectura, which makes treatments for diseases such as asthma.

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Sunday, August 8, 2021

Tokyo 2020: The Olympic DJs playing in empty stadiums

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DJs have found themselves in the unusual position of playing music in virtually empty Olympic stadiums.

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Mozambique insurgency: Key port retaken from insurgents - Rwanda

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Mocímboa da Praia was the Islamist militants' last stronghold in northern Mozambique, Rwanda says.

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Outrage after Zimbabwean girl, 14, dies giving birth at church shrine

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Memory Machaya's death at a church leads to calls for the government to end forced child marriage.

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Covid PCR costs can be excessive and exploitative, says Javid

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The health secretary calls on a watchdog to investigate "exploitative" firms overcharging holidaymakers.

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Lionel Messi: Barcelona star in tears as he receives ovation news conference

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Lionel Messi is distraught as he receives a standing ovation from team-mates, journalists, officials and his family at a news conference confirming his departure from Barcelona.

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Greece wildfires: Hundreds more evacuated as uncontrolled fires rage

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Ferries carry tourists and locals to safety from Greece's second-largest island, Evia.

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Nigeria kidnappings: Chibok schoolgirl returns home seven years on

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More than 270 girls were seized by Islamist militants in 2014, and many of them are still missing.

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Saudi Arabia to allow in vaccinated Umrah pilgrims

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The Islamic holy city of Mecca will allow vaccinated pilgrims to enter, the Saudi authorities say.

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Lionel Messi: Paris St-Germain move 'a possibility' after Barcelona exit

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A tearful Lionel Messi says joining Paris St-Germain from Barcelona is "a possibility, but nothing is agreed".

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Branson's Virgin Atlantic considers stock market listing

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The move could see Sir Richard Branson lose overall control of the airline he founded.

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North Korea: Kim Jong-un calls for relief in flood-hit areas

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More than 1,000 homes have been damaged and about 5,000 people evacuated as a result of flooding.

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North Korea floods: Homes destroyed and thousands evacuated

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The state broadcaster says some regions have seen over 50cm (20in) of rain in three days.

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Dennis Thomas: Kool & The Gang founding member dies aged 70

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He was one of the members who started the soul band that had massive hits like Celebration.

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Boxer Harrington wins gold for Ireland

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Irish boxer Kellie Harrington wins an Olympic gold medal after defeating Brazil's Beatriz Ferreira in the women's lightweight final.

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Afghanistan war: Taliban capture city of Kunduz

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The militants make their most significant capture yet, as the city of Kunduz falls to the Taliban.

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Cuba allows small and medium-sized private businesses

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Up to 100 employees will now be allowed in private companies, in a major shift after mass protests.

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Tokyo Olympics: US women win a record seventh basketball gold medal

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A blistering United States outplayed hosts Japan to win a seventh successive women's basketball gold on Tokyo 2020's final day of action.

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Tokyo 2020: Olympic athletes targeted by false and misleading claims

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There's been a spate of content with incorrect claims around some of the competitors in Tokyo.

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Climate change: Low-income countries 'can't keep up' with impacts

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Officials warn that the severity of natural disasters is outpacing efforts to prevent their damage.

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Abba Kyari: The Nigerian super sleuth wanted in the US

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Highly decorated policeman Abba Kyari's reputation is under scrutiny over alleged fraud.

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India teachers’ fight for period leave gathers steam

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Indian teachers' demand for period leave reignites debate over whether it's a positive step for women.

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Greece wildfires: PM describes 'nightmarish summer'

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Thousands have been evacuated as wildfires continue to ravage parts of the country.

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Tokyo Olympics: Capturing the perfect moment

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Three sports photographers explain what goes into getting the best shots of the day at the Games.

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Cuba allows small and medium-sized private businesses

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Up to 100 employees will now be allowed in private companies, in a major shift after mass protests.

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