Sunday, December 31, 2023

US Navy helicopters destroy Houthi boats in Red Sea after attempted hijack

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The US military says it was responding to a second attack on the same vessel near Yemen in 24 hours.

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Venice to ban large tourist groups and loudspeakers

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The new rules will come into effect in June and are part of an effort to ease the impact of tourism.

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US warship in Red Sea shoots down two Houthi missiles from Yemen

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Two destroyers responded to a distress call from a Danish ship hit by a missile from Yemen, US says.

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Saturday, December 30, 2023

'Shooting star' streaks through the night sky

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Videos posted on social media show what appears to be a meteor flying over England.

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Kai Zhuang: Police in Utah say Chinese exchange student kidnapped

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Officers in Utah say they believe Kai Zhuang, 17, is being held against his will for ransom.

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Ukraine war: Missile and drone attack launched against Russia

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Moscow says it destroyed dozens of projectiles a day after massive Russian attack on Ukrainian cities.

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Friday, December 29, 2023

South Africa's shark spotters back in action as great whites return

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The measures being taken to keep holiday-makers apart from great white sharks in Cape Town.

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House prices end the year 1.8% lower, says Nationwide

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The housing market is set to be subdued in 2024 despite hopes of an interest rate cut.

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Beachgoers swept away as huge wave crashes over wall in California

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Eight people were injured as a rogue wave swamped people and vehicles in the city of Ventura.

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Thursday, December 28, 2023

Recycling electrical goods could be done at kerbside and drop-off points in shops

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UK households could put old toasters and hairdryers on the kerbside for pick-up under the proposals.

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Moment Swat team tears open lorry to arrest driver on Texas motorway

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Police had stopped the lorry, but the driver refused to get out of the vehicle.

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Tata Steel: Port Talbot staff fear year of uncertainty

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Welder says Tata's Port Talbot plant is gripped by fears of job losses.

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023

Wolfgang Schäuble: Merkel's no-nonsense finance minister dies aged 81

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Although never chancellor, Wolfgang Schäuble was one of Germany's most influential politicians.

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Australia: Child among 10 killed after severe storms hit country's east

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Thousands of people are still without power after being hit by flooding and destructive winds.

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Wolfgang Schäuble: Merkel's no-nonsense finance minister dies aged 81

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Although never chancellor, Wolfgang Schäuble was one of Germany's most influential politicians.

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Firm develops jet fuel made entirely from human poo

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Scientists have found a way to make jet fuel from human sewage and cut carbon emissions.

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Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Maersk preparing to resume shipping through Red Sea

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The announcement follows the deployment of an international military operation to prevent attacks on ships.

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Maersk preparing to resume shipping through Red Sea

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The announcement follows the deployment of an international military operation to prevent attacks on ships.

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Tanker hit off India coast by drone from Iran, says US

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Saturday's attack caused a fire on board the chemical tanker in the Indian Ocean, the US military says.

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Monday, December 25, 2023

Plane held over trafficking fears leaves France

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The plane, carrying about 300 Indian nationals, had been grounded over suspected human trafficking.

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Pope: Free Israeli hostages and end the Gaza war

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In a Christmas Day message, the pontiff pleads for an end to suffering of Israelis and Palestinians.

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Serbia protests: Demonstrators throw rocks at Belgrade City Hall

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Riot police used tear gas to disperse crowds protesting at alleged fraud in last week's general election.

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Sunday, December 24, 2023

Watch: Kate surprises young footballer and his coach at party

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Rico's coach Russell Gray was also at the event and joked he was 'hoodwinked' into meeting the princess.

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Slovakia arrest over threat to copy Prague attack

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The suspect said he wanted to repeat Thursday's shooting in neighbouring Czech Republic, police say.

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Explosion at Indonesia nickel plant kills 13 staff

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Dozens of others were injured at the Chinese-funded facility, after a flammable liquid ignited.

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Alabama mother: Joy as babies born to mum with rare double womb

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Kelsey Hatcher has given birth in Alabama twice in two days - after a 'one in a million' pregnancy.

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Saturday, December 23, 2023

India drone strike: Cargo ship attacked off Gujarat coast

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The tanker is reportedly linked to Israel, and the strike follows Houthi attacks on Red Sea ships.

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Russia bans anti-war candidate from challenging Putin

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A former TV journalist is barred from standing by officials due to "mistakes" on her application form.

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Alabama mother with rare double womb gives birth to two babies in two days

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An Alabama woman gives birth to a pair of girls after a "one-in-a-million" dicavitary pregnancy.

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Christmas lights around the world's cities

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From giant glowing figures in Colombia to spinning projections in Australia the world's cities are embracing Christmas.

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Friday, December 22, 2023

Gaza facing famine if fighting continues, UN says

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The whole of Gaza is suffering acute shortages, a report says, as the UN looks to get more aid in.

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UK economy at risk of recession after growth slows

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Revised figures show the economy shrank between July and September this year.

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China: Outrage over doctor punching patient during surgery

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Authorities are probing an incident where a surgeon allegedly punched the patient he was operating on.

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France to close Niger embassy after row with military junta

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France will close its embassy and dismiss local staff due to restrictions by military government.

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

Government borrowing higher than expected in November

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Government spending rose as benefit payments offset the ending of support for energy bills.

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Australia: Moment house collapses in Perth wildfire

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Residents in the Parkerville area of Perth were warned to leave the area, due to a threat to life.

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

Gurpatwant Singh Pannun: Narendra Modi breaks silence on US murder plot allegation

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The US has accused an Indian man of conspiring to murder a Sikh separatist leader in New York.

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Watch: Trump speaks following his removal from Colorado ballot

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Colorado's Supreme Court has removed the former US president from its 2024 presidential election ballot.

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

Kenya fines Carrefour franchise Majid al Futtaim $7m

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The competition authority accuses the franchise holder forcing suppliers to accept lower prices.

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Monsanto to pay $857m over leaking lights at US school

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A US jury orders chemical giant Monsanto to pay out to seven people in the state of Washington.

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Fears of higher oil prices after Red Sea attacks

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Analysts warn delays on the key trading route risk pushing up energy prices following missile strikes.

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Fears of higher oil prices after Red Sea attacks

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Analysts warn delays on the key trading route risk pushing up energy prices following missile strikes.

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Monday, December 18, 2023

BP pauses all Red Sea shipments after rebel attacks

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The oil giant joins shipping firms in suspending travel through the key route following missile strikes.

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Twitch U-turns on 'artistic nudity' policy

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Days after allowing creators to stream artistic depictions of nudity, Twitch changed its policy.

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Biden ushered to safety after car crashes into motorcade

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US Secret Service staff rush the president into his car after the accident in Delaware.

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Minimum wage rise 'painful', says Hollywood Bowl

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The 10-pin bowling operator says the increase in the National Living Wage was an "unexpected hit".

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Sunday, December 17, 2023

Paris joins calls for durable Gaza truce

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Paris goes further than the UK and Germany, who stopped short of calling for an immediate ceasefire.

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UK MP says family trapped in church complex amid sniper fire

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Layla Moran tells the BBC her relatives are trapped in a church complex as Israeli forces operate nearby.

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Queensland sees flooding after near record rainfall

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Thousands of people in the north of the state have been urged to move to higher ground.

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Three dead after historic Kairouan walls collapse

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The stonemasons died while carrying out repairs on the Unesco World Heritage site.

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