Saturday, December 10, 2022

World Cup: Watch Morocco fans celebrate historic win

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Morocco is the first ever African side to reach the World Cup semi-finals after a win over Portugal.

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Nobel Peace Prize: Russian laureate 'told to turn down award'

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Yan Rachinsky, from human rights organisation Memorial, says the order was made by Russian authorities.

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Madhya Pradesh: India boy, 8, dies after being trapped in well

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An eight-year-old boy dies after being stuck inside a 400ft-deep borewell in India's Madhya Pradesh state.

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Friday, December 9, 2022

France makes condoms free for 18 to 25 year olds

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The new health measure follows an increase in sexually transmitted infections in France.

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Huge fire engulfs Russian shopping mall Mega Khimki near Moscow

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Video of the blaze shows explosions at the massive Mega Khimki complex outside Moscow.

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Selma Blair: 'Multiple sclerosis took my career down'

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The US actress says she hasn’t landed a Hollywood role since revealing her MS diagnosis.

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Fired Twitter cleaning staff 'treated like garbage'

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One of them told the BBC a member of Elon Musk's team said their jobs would be replaced by robots.

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SpaceX moon flight to include DJ, YouTuber and K-pop rapper

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A Japanese billionaire recruits an artists-only crew for a space voyage around the moon.

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How Seychelles ocean plants could help tackle climate change

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Seychelles is one of the first countries to map its seagrasses nationwide, which are a huge store of carbon.

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Thursday, December 8, 2022

Airlines plan to operate all flights despite strikes

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Around 1,000 UK airport border staff will strike over the Christmas period.

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DR Congo conflict: M23 rebels executed over 130 civilians - UN

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Investigators say the civilians - including 12 children - were "arbitrarily executed" by M23 rebels.

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Risk of Russia using nuclear weapons has lessened, says Germany's Scholz

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The German chancellor said Western pressure had contributed to making Russia tone down its nuclear rhetoric.

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UK weather: Freezing conditions trigger cold weather payments

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Temperatures across the UK plummet overnight, dipping as low as -9.1C in the Scottish Highlands.

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Ministers consider tougher curbs on strike action

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The government is exploring the idea of stopping some emergency service workers from walking out.

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World Cup 2022: Could Morocco win for Africa?

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Morocco stand a good chance of making history at the World Cup by bringing the trophy to Africa.

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Pedro Castillo: Peru's ousted president detained by police in Lima

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Local media report that Pedro Castillo has been moved to a police-run prison following his arrest.

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022

Evri says sorry for parcel delays in run-up to Christmas

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The delivery company says it's working to get orders out to customers complaining of long waits.

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Plesiosaur fossil: Rare find in Australian outback excites scientists

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The 100-million-year-old fossil is the first such find in Australia to have a complete head and body.

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Big cats: US Senate unanimously passes bill to curb private ownership

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The Big Cat Public Safety Act seeks to stop people exploiting animals such as lions and tigers for profit.

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

Rural fuel more expensive, says watchdog

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Differences in price between urban and rural areas need further investigation, says CMA.

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December train strikes: Union told not to hold country 'to ransom'

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The new Christmas Eve walkout threatens to hit celebrations and travel over the festive weekend.

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Witnesses challenge Israeli policeman's killing of Palestinian

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Video shows the man shot by a policeman at close range, and bystanders say it was unjustified.

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Cost of living: 'I couldn't tell the real bills from scams'

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People falling behind on bills are being bombarded with letters, calls and texts, a charity says.

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Kerala: Indian men jailed for rape and murder of Latvian tourist

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Two men have been sent to jail for life for the rape and murder of a Latvian tourist in Kerala in 2018.

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Apple self-repair service comes to UK

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The tech giant warned that if a repair goes wrong, the device's warranty will no longer be valid.

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Monday, December 5, 2022

Employees can ask for flexible working from day one

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New laws proposed by the government mean workers will no longer have to wait for 26 weeks.

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Cyril Ramaphosa: South Africa president's fate in hands of the ANC

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Leaders of South Africa's governing party are deciding whether to sack President Cyril Ramaphosa.

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Cost of living: New average mortgage rates fall below 6%

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The typical interest rate shot up after the mini-budget but lenders are gradually reducing rates.

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2022 World Cup: Asian teams emerge as force in football

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Asia's growing strength on the football field is on full display at this year's World Cup.

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PwC to close offices at Christmas to save energy

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Accountancy giant staff will not be able to work from its main London office over the festive period.

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Tasmanian tiger: Remains of last thylacine found in cupboard after 85 years

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The pelt and skull of the last known thylacine are identified in Hobart, solving an 85-year mystery.

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Sunday, December 4, 2022

Cyril Ramaphosa: South African leader leaves future in ANC hands

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Cyril Ramaphosa, under pressure following a critical report, says the ANC will decide his next move.

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Iran executes four men over alleged links with Israel's intelligence service

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The executions come at a time of heightened tensions in Iran after more than two months of protests.

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Iran to disband morality police amid ongoing protests, says attorney general

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The move would mark a concession to protesters but it has not been confirmed by other authorities.

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Trump's call for 'end' of constitution condemned by Democrats

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The White House says the former president's comments are "anathema to the soul of our nation".

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Strikes unfair at Christmas, Tory chairman Nadhim Zahawi says

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Nadhim Zahawi says President Putin "wants to see" strikes, as he outlines plans to avoid disruption.

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Mount Semeru: Indonesia raises alert to highest level as volcano erupts on Java island

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Japan also issued a tsunami warning for its southernmost islands after the eruption.

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Saturday, December 3, 2022

Elnaz Rekabi: Family home of Iranian climber demolished

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Elnaz Rekabi became a hero of the protest movement after competing abroad with her hair uncovered.

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South Korea: Former security adviser arrested over border killing 'cover-up'

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Suh Hoon is accused of covering up events surrounding the killing of an official by North Korea.

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Viking Polaris: Passenger killed after 'rogue wave' hits cruise ship

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Four others were injured in the incident on board a cruise ship bound for Antarctica.

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The 'life-changing' electric suit

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A special body suit for people with cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis and strokes has had some remarkable results.

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Cyril Ramaphosa: A quick guide to South Africa's 'Farmgate' scandal

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President Cyril Ramaphosa's career hangs in the balance over allegations he covered up a theft at his farm.

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Dozens of child migrants go missing from UK care

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Of 197 children taken in by Kent County Council this year, 39 are missing, figures show.

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US Air Force unveils new B-21 Raider nuclear stealth bomber

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The first new bomber in three decades could cost nearly $700m (£569m) per plane.

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Senegal's parliament brawls after MP hits woman colleague

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An MP from the ruling party was hit by a colleague from the opposition during a budget presentation.

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Friday, December 2, 2022

Drone footage shows deadly flooding in parts of Brazil

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Thousands of people have been displaced after recent heavy rains in parts of the country.

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Ukraine war: Animal eye packages sent to six embassies across Europe

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Ukraine's foreign ministry says a "campaign of terror" is taking place against its embassies.

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Heathrow faces pre-Christmas baggage handlers strike

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Ground handlers for Menzies are set to walk out for three days from 16 December over a pay dispute.

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Big Zuu: Cooking on a budget secrets

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The TV chef and rapper shares his big three tips for making the most of your weekly food shop.

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Israel to deport Palestinian lawyer to France - rights group

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Salah Hammouri, accused of belonging to a terrorist group, has had his Jerusalem residency revoked.

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