Saturday, April 22, 2023

Flambé fire kills two in Madrid restaurant

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Another ten people are injured after plastic plants caught fire as a waiter flambéed a dish.

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Russia's Belgorod sees mass evacuations over undetonated bomb

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An undetonated bomb was found in Belgorod, where a jet accidentally dropped another bomb days earlier.

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Dame Edna's memorable moments in 60 seconds

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A look back at some laughs from the comedian, Barry Humphries, best known for character Dame Edna Everage.

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Barry Humphries: The satirist and comedian whose life was dominated by Dame Edna Everage

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The talented actor, satirist and comedian whose life was dominated by his gaudy alter-ego.

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Barry Humphries: Dame Edna Everage comedian dies at 89

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The Australian was known for comic creations such as Dame Edna, Sir Les Patterson and Sandy Stone.

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Foreign nationals to be evacuated from Sudan - army

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Nationals from the US, UK, France and China are to be evacuated as fighting in Sudan enters second week.

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Australia to fast track citizenship for New Zealanders

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New Zealanders residing in Australia for four years or more can now apply directly for citizenship.

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Hollywood Beach: Waterspout crashes onto beach full of people

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Strong winds send a man flying, luckily to no harm, while sun chairs get scattered along Miami beach front.

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Friday, April 21, 2023

Watch moment Russian warplane accidentally bombs Belgorod

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CCTV video captured the explosion at an intersection in Belgorod.

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Pet alligator removed from Philadelphia row house

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The 8-foot reptile had been living in the basement for over a decade.

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Thursday, April 20, 2023

Sudan fighting: Why it matters to countries worldwide

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Fighting in the north-east African nation is ringing alarm bells around the world. Why does it matter so much?

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Tunisia: Is democracy there being destroyed?

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Tunisia spent a decade building a democracy, but the current president is accused of dismantling it.

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Fan tribute balloons and notes for K-pop star Moonbin

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Moonbin's fans lit candles, left flowers and shared videos across social media, paying tribute to the artist.

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Business group CBI reports new 'criminal offence' to police

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The lobby group says it has recently received additional information about 'a serious criminal offence'.

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Compensation plan for Neil Woodford investors revealed

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Savers in the collapsed Neil Woodford fund could receive 77% of their investment back.

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Rahul Gandhi: India court dismisses Congress leader's appeal against conviction

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Rahul Gandhi, who remains disqualified as a lawmaker, will challenge the decision in a higher court.

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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

Mifepristone: Abortion pill ruling expected from US Supreme Court within hours

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Millions will lose access to mifepristone at midnight unless the conservative-dominated court acts.

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Danish reporters see armed men on Admiral Vladimirsky

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Danish TV reporters film armed men watching them as they approach a Russian ship.

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Macron tries to escape French pension row with street song

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The French leader tries to relaunch his presidency as a video is shared by a group linked to the far right.

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Overdraft changes saved borrowers £1bn, says watchdog

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Simpler overdraft rates have helped borrowers but some still miss out on support, the FCA says.

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India population to surpass China by mid-2023 - UN

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India will have 2.9 million more people than its neighbour by the middle of the year, UN data suggests.

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New Zealand cat-killing competition for children axed after backlash

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Organisers said the fundraising event for a local school had been aimed at protecting native birds.

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Patients stranded on aircon units in deadly Beijing hospital fire

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The director and deputy director of the hospital are among those being questioned by police.

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Tuesday, April 18, 2023

Ralph Yarl: Doctors cannot believe boy survived shooting, mother says

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The 16-year-old who was shot after ringing the wrong doorbell in Missouri is recovering at home.

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Call for onshore wind farm planning rules to be changed

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Onshore wind power decisions should be removed from local authorities in England and Wales, a report says.

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Sudan conflict: No water, no light as fighting rages on

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A resident of Sudan's capital tells of running out of drinking water as battles rage for a fourth day.

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Evan Gershkovich: US journalist arrested in Russia appears in court

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Evan Gershkovich was working for the Wall Street Journal when he was detained on spying charges.

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Ukraine war: Vladimir Putin visits occupied Kherson and Luhansk regions

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The Russian president spoke to military commanders in occupied areas of Ukraine, according to the Kremlin.

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More people looking for work as vacancies fall

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The number of jobs on offer continues to fall with companies blaming economic pressures.

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Ukraine war: Putin visits occupied Kherson region, says Kremlin

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It is the Russian leader's first visit to occupied areas of Ukraine since he travelled to Mariupol.

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Monday, April 17, 2023

Retiring landlords risk fuelling rental shortage

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Investors with buy-to-let mortgages are retiring but new landlords are not replacing them.

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Ukraine plane: Iran court jails 10 over downing of flight PS752

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Victims' families say the sentencing of 10 low-ranking officers is "meaningless and unacceptable".

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Alabama shooting: Young football star Phil Dowdell killed in Alabama shooting

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Four were killed at a 16-year-old girl's birthday party on Saturday in the small town of Dadeville.

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Papua: At least one killed in hunt for kidnapped NZ pilot Philip Mehrtens

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At least one Indonesian soldier has been killed while trying to find kidnapped pilot Philip Mehrtens.

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Maharashtra: Eleven die of heatstroke at Indian award event

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The government-sponsored event was held in India's Maharashtra state in an open ground.

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Melbourne overtakes Sydney as Australia's biggest city

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A boundary change means Sydney is not the country's biggest city, for the first time in over a century.

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Sudan: Fighter jets, gunfire and explosions shock Khartoum

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People take cover in Sudan's capital as the army clash with paramilitary Rapid Support Forces.

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Sunday, April 16, 2023

Sudan crisis: Further fierce fighting as clashes spread

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The escalation came on the second day of conflict between the country's rival armed factions.

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Sudan crisis: Shock and anger in Khartoum, a city not used to war

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Residents say stray bullets and threatened neighbourhood sweeps by armed forces mean nowhere is safe.

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Amazon strike: Hundreds of workers in Coventry walk out in pay dispute

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GMB members walked out at 06:30 BST on Sunday and will strike until Tuesday, the union says.

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Atiq Ahmed: Moments before former Indian MP shot

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Dramatic scenes show the moments just before former MP Atiq Ahmed was gunned down in Prayagraj.

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Australia climate protest: Rising Tide activists shovel coal off train

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Some 50 protesters are arrested after halting cargo bound for the country's top coal export terminal.

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US savers get savvy ditching and switching banks

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A wave of transfers is hitting US banks, adding another wrinkle to challenges facing the financial system.

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Christians celebrate Holy Fire amid Jerusalem police limits

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Israeli police limit attendance over safety concerns, which churches urge Christians to ignore.

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Saturday, April 15, 2023

Royal Mail and Communication Workers Union reach agreement on pay

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A provisional agreement over pay and working conditions for postal service workers has been reached.

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Sudan fighting: The military rivalry behind the clashes in Khartoum

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The fighting is a direct result of a vicious power struggle within the military leadership.

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Japan: Kishida smoke bomb sparks memories of slain PM Abe

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The incident comes as a shock, occurring only nine months after Shinzo Abe's murder.

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Nizar Issaoui: Protests at funeral of Tunisian footballer who set himself on fire

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Nizar Issaoui, 35, died from burns as a protest against "police injustice", his family said.

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Friday, April 14, 2023

Kenya cult deaths: Four die after suspected starvation plot

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Four die after allegedly refusing food on the orders of a pastor who wanted them to get to heaven.

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Jack Teixeira: What we know about Pentagon leaks suspect

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The 21-year-old US National Guard airman led a chat group on the social platform Discord.

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