Sunday, July 31, 2022

Kosovo postpones new car number plate rules amid tensions

Ethnic Serbs parked trucks and tankers at border crossings in the north in protest at the new rules.

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Reality of Ukraine war hidden from Fortress Russia

In the medieval town of Pskov, many are happy to believe the Kremlin's false portrayal of the war.

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South Africa's clean President Ramaphosa faces his own scandal

Cyril Ramaphosa, who replaced corruption-tainted Jacob Zuma, is dealing with allegations against him.

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Afghanistan: How one TV presenter became a refugee

A year since leaving Kabul, a young refugee is trying to rebuild a new life in UK

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Trailblazing Star Trek actress Nichelle Nichols dies at 89

She became one of the first black American actresses to play a figure in authority on US television.

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Cancer survivor objects to Spanish beach ad image

The 60-year-old tells the BBC she suspects the government poster used a doctored picture of her.

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Euro 2022: Fans react to England's historic win, as it happened

England's Lionesses beat Germany 2-1 at Euro 2022, bagging their first major trophy.

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Southern Ukraine city Mykolaiv heavily shelled by Russians

Ukraine says Russian rockets and missiles hit Mykolaiv, a key port city on the main route to Odesa.

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Saturday, July 30, 2022

Ukraine War: Zelensky orders civilians to evacuate Donetsk region

Ukraine's president warns fighting will intensify as Russia tries to continue its advance in the Donbas.

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Kansas: The state where abortion is on the ballot

Opposing sides are in a close race to decide whether women in Kansas have the right to abortion.

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Kenya election: The influencers paid to push hashtags

Paying for political influence on social media in Kenya is a shadowy yet lucrative business.

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The woman declared stateless in India, UK and Uganda

Since 1997, Ila Popat has been attempting to get a passport recognising her citizenship to a country.

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US President Joe Biden tests positive for Covid after 'rebound' infection

The US president is not experiencing symptoms, but will isolate again after a fresh positive test.

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Italy: Outcry over killing of African migrant in town centre

The brutal assault on Nigerian trader Alika Ogorchukwu in broad daylight was captured on video.

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Friday, July 29, 2022

Rusty Bowers defied Donald Trump - what happens now?

The political fate of a "nobody" Republican will reveal a lot about the ex-president's future too.

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Pride jersey controversy - a reckoning for Australian sport?

A boycott by seven rugby league players over a pride jersey has sparked a massive backlash.

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Kerala: Indian man who won lottery hours before selling house

A Kerala-based man had taken several loans but was unable to pay them back due to insufficient work.

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Ukraine war: UN and Red Cross should investigate prison deaths, says Ukraine

Dozens of prisoners of war were killed in a prison camp in the occupied part of Donetsk region.

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Monkeypox: First deaths outside Africa in Brazil and Spain

Brazil and Spain report fatalities from the virus, but most infections are mild and overall risk is low.

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Wildfire spreads to hotel in Turkey

Prosecutors have launched an investigation after the blaze broke out in Turkey's south-west.

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Hitler's watch sells for $1.1m in controversial sale

The timepiece along with other Nazi items were auctioned despite condemnation from Jewish groups.

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Thursday, July 28, 2022

Iran: Ex-child bride among three women executed in one day - report

Authorities are believed to be using the death penalty more frequently, including 32 times this past week.

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Apple and Amazon sales up despite rising prices

The companies are closely watched for signs of how people are spending as the economy slows.

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Washington DC at 'tipping point' as migrants arrive from border

Texas and Arizona have transported thousands of migrants north in protest over the Biden border policy.

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Xi and Biden exchange warnings on Taiwan

The pair also proposed a face-to-face meeting, which would be the first of Mr Biden's presidency.

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Mirror: Huge screen falls on dancers at Hong Kong boy band concert

Two dancers are injured in the incident at a concert by the hugely popular boy band Mirror.

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Notre-Dame Cathedral on track to reopen in 2024

A huge restoration project has been under way after a fire destroyed much of building in 2019.

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022

The public relations and ad firms refusing fossil fuel clients

Climate change concerns have prompted a change of strategy for 295 firms.

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Why Premier League teams are flocking back to Asia

Top football clubs have resumed pre-season Asian summer tours, after three years of Covid travel bans.

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Protesters storm Iraqi parliament in Baghdad

Hundreds of people break through barriers into the highly protected Green Zone in the Iraqi capital.

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Climate change killing elephants, says Kenya

In the past year the country has recorded 179 elephant deaths due to the ongoing drought.

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Brittney Griner: US makes 'substantial' offer to bring basketball star home

Moscow is reportedly interested in trading Brittney Griner for Russian arms trafficker Viktor Bout.

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Muqtada al-Sadr supporters in Baghdad storm parliament building

Supporters of cleric Muqtada al-Sadr broke into the building after months of political deadlock.

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Facebook owner Meta sees first ever sales decline

The owner of Instagram and WhatsApp faces increased competition from the likes of TikTok.

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Every woman's body is beach ready, says Spanish government campaign

The government's campaign urges women worried about their bodies to go to the beach.

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Ukraine war round-up: Rockets hit bridge and warm words for Johnson

A Russian-held bridge comes under fire and Ukraine's leader praises the outgoing British PM.

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022

UK PM debate scrapped after TV host faints

The Sun and TalkTV programme comes off air after the presenter collapses in the studio.

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DR Congo: Violence flares in anti-UN protests

Demonstrations turn violent after protesters storm a UN headquarters in Goma.

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FOX NEWS: Ecstasy can help people with PTSD, study says


Ecstasy can help people with PTSD, study says



Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA)-assisted therapy has been able to aid people with severe post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according to researchers. 

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Viktor Orban adviser Hegedus resigns over 'pure Nazi' speech

A long time adviser to the Hungarian prime minister resigns over speech criticising "race mixing".

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Fanfare as Croatia's Chinese-built bridge finally opens

The Peljesac bridge links southern Croatia to the rest of the country and is being hailed as historic.

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Monday, July 25, 2022

Kenya Election 2022: A basic guide to the vote

Kenya's President Kenyatta is backing his deputy's rival to win the 9 August presidential election.

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Utah's Great Salt Lake is running out of water

This July, the largest salt water lake in the Western Hemisphere reached its lowest level ever recorded.

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Locals evacuate California's largest wildfire in 2022

Thousands of people have had to evacuate the Oak Fire in California that has been spreading since Friday.

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Paul Sorvino: 'Goodfellas' actor dies at 83

The Tony-nominated character actor was best known for his portrayals of policemen and gangsters.

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Zimbabwe launches gold coins to tackle soaring inflation

Each coin will be priced at the international market rate for an ounce of gold plus 5% for costs.

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Ukraine war round-up: UK to host Eurovision as Moscow cuts gas exports

The song contest can't be held in Ukraine, and Russia further reducing gas supplies to the EU.

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Sunday, July 24, 2022

Tunisia vote marks a death of a dream for some Arab Spring protesters

On Monday Tunisians will vote on a new constitution that has been internationally criticised.

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Lawyer Dan Nguyen travels the world with his three cats

Dan Nguyen's cats have ridden Venice's gondolas and climbed trees in New York's Central Park.

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Face to face with the bandit warlords of Nigeria

BBC Africa Eye has tracked down the ultra-violent bandit warlords who are raiding villages and abducting schoolchildren across north-western Nigeria.

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Afghan trans woman finds new home in Brighton

Bella escaped the Taliban in a secret UK mission and is now settling into Brighton's LGBT+ community.

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FOX NEWS: Unemployment drops as inflation rises


Unemployment drops as inflation rises



FOX Business correspondent Edward Lawrence looks at the latest jobs report for October on ‘Special Report.'

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France energy: Air-conditioned shops will be told to shut doors to cut waste

New rules will force shops to keep doors shut when air conditioning is on and limit use of neon signs.

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Brazil election: Bolsonaro launches campaign

He pledges to continue a cash welfare programme if he is returned to office in October.

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Saturday, July 23, 2022

Pope Francis: The pontiff's 'pilgrimage of penance' to Canada

Pope Francis will meet with indigenous communities to apologise for the church's role in residential schools.

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House of the Dragon: What we know about the Games of Thrones spin-off

The series is set 200 years before Game of Thrones - but the dragons, death and feuds are all there.

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Covid in China: Xi Jinping and other leaders given domestic vaccine

The president and other top politicians have received domestically produced vaccines, say officials.

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Wildfire rages near Yosemite National Park

Central and North Eastern regions of the US are also sweltering under extreme heat.

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FOX NEWS: Students sing to teacher with stage 4 cancer outside hospital: 'It was overwhelming'


Students sing to teacher with stage 4 cancer outside hospital: 'It was overwhelming'



In an emotional goodbye visit, 26 children sang worship songs prior to Carol Mack's move to hospice care

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FOX NEWS: Canine influenza outbreak: What dog owners need to know


Canine influenza outbreak: What dog owners need to know



A canine influenza outbreak in Los Angeles is drawing up concern among pet owners on the West Coast.

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FOX NEWS: Couple gets married at 'most beautiful' Taco Bell: 'It was the best of both worlds'


Couple gets married at 'most beautiful' Taco Bell: 'It was the best of both worlds'



Analicia Garcia, 24, and Kyle Howser, 25, from Sacramento, California, got married on Tuesday, Oct. 26 and had their reception at the famous Pacifica, California, Taco Bell.

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Friday, July 22, 2022

Hausas in Sudan: The pilgrims' descendants fighting for acceptance

Why a demand by Sudan's Hausa community to have more land rights led to the death of 100 people.

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Kerala: Meet the Indian woman who flaunts her moustache

Shyja's moustache is an object of fascination and derision for many people, but she says she doesn't care.

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Huge jellyfish swarm surrounds boat in Israel

Aerial footage shows the swarm of jellyfish in the waters of Haifa Bay during the annual migration.

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Pizza delivery man saves children from burning house

Nicholas Bostic saved five people from the home, and was hailed as a hero by the police chief.

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China heatwave: Temperatures of 40C expected this weekend

Some cities in Zhejiang province have been issued red alerts, the country's highest warning.

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Steve Bannon: Jury finds Trump ally guilty of contempt of Congress

An unofficial adviser to Donald Trump, Mr Bannon refused to co-operate with the 6 January committee.

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Thursday, July 21, 2022

Africa's week in pictures: 15-21 July 2022

A selection of the best photos from across Africa and beyond this week.

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On the ground as security forces push back protesters in Sri Lanka

Security forces raid the main anti-government protest camp in Colombo in the early hours of Friday.

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Comic-Con returns in-person to San Diego after pandemic

More than 100,000 fans are gathering in San Diego for Comic-Con.

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Polio: New York reports first US case in nearly a decade

An unvaccinated young adult in New York is experiencing paralysis after contracting the virus.

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Food crisis: Ukraine grain export deal reached with Russia, says Turkey

The UN and Turkey finally reach a deal with Russia to let Ukraine ship grain through the Black Sea.

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Kenya elections 2022: Why the ethnic factor may be losing its power

Ethnic rivalries have often led to horrific violence at election time, but this might be changing.

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How India can save pilgrimages and fragile Himalayas

Experts say regulation is essential to protect people's lives as well as the fragile Himalayan region.

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Killed for blasphemy in Nigeria: 'It felt like a spear pierced my heart'

Twelve states in Nigeria's north have Islamic courts that view blasphemy as an offence punishable by death.

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Somalia drought: ‘I remember at least five children died’

Fardhosa is just 13 years old but has lived through three droughts in her life and never had a proper meal.

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Ukraine's First Lady asks US Congress for weapons

In a passionate speech, Olena Zelenska asks for more help in fighting the war against Russia.

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Slovak village votes to keep sign honouring fascist leader

Only one councillor votes to change the sign, which honours fascist leader Monsignor Jozef Tiso.

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Shanghai Covid lockdown: The struggle of blind massage therapists

Blind massage therapists say the lockdown and lack of government support are making life difficult.

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Heatwave: Records fall as extreme heat bakes Western Europe

Deadly wildfires have swept the continent, while several countries experience record-high temperatures.

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Ukraine war: Russia plans to annex Ukrainian land - US

Washington says Russia plans to use the Crimean "playbook" to take over more Ukrainian territory.

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Netflix loses almost a million subscribers

The streaming giant saw subscribers fall by almost 1 million - not as much as feared.

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Italian PM Mario Draghi's decision-time on government fate

Italy's government could fall on Wednesday, when Mario Draghi tells the Senate if he is to resign.

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US Capitol riot: Steve Bannon felt 'above the law', prosecutors say

As the ex-Trump strategist's trial begins, prosecutors say he rebuffed a "mandatory" legal summons.

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Twitter-Musk takeover dispute heading for October trial

Twitter hopes that the trial will end with a court order for Musk to complete a $44bn takeover bid.

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In pictures: Heatwave bakes Western Europe

The continent has faced sweltering temperatures that sent heat records tumbling.

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Monday, July 18, 2022

Timed Teaser: What's Bennifer's married name?

Test your knowledge of the news these last few days - 10 questions, 10 seconds each. Go!

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Zimbabwe food crisis: Replacing maize with sorghum and millet

Farmers are urged to grow sorghum and millet, not just maize, to tackle drought and food shortages.

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Heatwave: Ferocious European heat heads north

Several countries are likely to see their hottest ever days as the heatwave moves north.

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Russia's independent TV Rain channel back on air from abroad

The channel was forced to close in March over its coverage of the war in Ukraine.

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Spain heatwave: Man narrowly escapes wildfire

Angel Martin Arjona had been digging a trench to stop a fire from reaching Tábara, northwestern Spain.

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Australian makes history on Fifa game cover

Chelsea striker Sam Kerr will be the first female player to feature on the global cover of EA Sports' Fifa football game.

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Isfahan's Shah Mosque: iconic Iranian site damaged in restoration

The Shah Mosque, hailed as an architectural masterpiece, has suffered defects that now need repairing.

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Sunday, July 17, 2022

Texas shooting: Speak to us! Cowards! - Families yell over report

People react at the end of a press conference about a report into the 24 May shooting which left 21 dead.

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Alaa Abdel Fattah: 'My brother's certain he won't come out of Egypt prison alive'

British-Egyptian activist Alaa Abdel Fattah has been on hunger strike in an Egyptian jail for more than 100 days.

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FOX NEWS: Baby handed to US soldiers in chaos of Afghanistan airlift still missing


Baby handed to US soldiers in chaos of Afghanistan airlift still missing



Mirza Ali Ahmadi and his wife Suraya search for their lost baby last seen outside the gates of the Kabul airport in Afghanistan

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FOX NEWS: Russian diplomat found dead in Berlin, embassy refused autopsy


Russian diplomat found dead in Berlin, embassy refused autopsy



German authorities found a Russian diplomat dead on the pavement outside the Russian embassy last month, according to reports made public Friday. 

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FOX NEWS: Dr. Siegel reacts to Pfizer pill to treat COVID awaiting FDA approval


Dr. Siegel reacts to Pfizer pill to treat COVID awaiting FDA approval



Fox News medical contributor, Dr. Marc Siegel enthusiastic about Pfizer pill to treat COVID-19.

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Texas shooting: Uvalde report finds 'systemic failures' by authorities

Authorities have been heavily criticised for how they handled the attack that killed 19 children.

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Saturday, July 16, 2022

FOX NEWS: Dr. Siegel reacts to Pfizer pill to treat COVID awaiting FDA approval


Dr. Siegel reacts to Pfizer pill to treat COVID awaiting FDA approval



Fox News medical contributor, Dr. Marc Siegel enthusiastic about Pfizer pill to treat COVID-19.

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FOX NEWS: Biden admin to fine businesses for unvaccinated employees


Biden admin to fine businesses for unvaccinated employees



Rep. Mike Garcia, R-Calif., on Biden administration pushing workplace vaccine mandates. Garcia also addresses U.S. allies and citizens still trapped in Afghanistan.

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FOX NEWS: Ray Liotta reveals why Frank Sinatra’s daughters mailed him a horse head


Ray Liotta reveals why Frank Sinatra’s daughters mailed him a horse head



Nancy and Tina Sinatra sent Liotta a message inspired by the famous scene in "The Godfather."

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FOX NEWS: Brit Hume rips denial CRT is taught in Virginia


Brit Hume rips denial CRT is taught in Virginia



Senior political analyst Brit Hume argues there is a major political realignment underway in America on ‘Tucker Carlson Tonight'.

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Friday, July 15, 2022

‘I thought being black meant I couldn’t get skin cancer’

One woman warns others to learn from her mistakes and use sunscreen.

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Pacific Islands urge unity in face of China ambition

Climate change and the economic fallout of the pandemic are testing ties in the region.

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Adam Harry: India transgender pilot's long fight to fly

A young Indian transgender man's fight to become a pilot has hit several roadblocks, he says.

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Nigeria's big push to grow its own coconuts

Most of Nigeria has the perfect climate for growing coconuts and yet it imports 70% of the popular fruit.

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Mexican drugs lord Rafael Caro Quintero arrested - reports

The US has been offering $20m for any information leading to Rafael Caro Quintero's capture.

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Saudi Arabia: Biden raised Khashoggi murder with crown prince

The US president is attempting to rebuild ties having promised to make Saudi Arabia a "pariah".

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Thursday, July 14, 2022

Why is it so hot (in under 60 seconds)?

A heatwave is sweeping across Europe and scorching temperatures are expected in the UK next week.

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Ukraine politicians face torture in Russian detention

Local politicians in occupied regions of Ukraine say they were abducted, beaten and tortured.

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Why Biden's Saudi trip has proved so thorny

On this Middle East tour, the president must walk a foreign policy tightrope.

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Satellites give clues about the coming global harvest

With wheat at record high prices, importing countries hoping for increased supply may be disappointed.

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What comes next for US gun control?

Here's a look at some solutions to gun violence proposed by both sides of the gun-control debate.

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Ivana Trump, Donald Trump's first wife, dies at 73

The former US president described his ex-wife as a "wonderful, beautiful and amazing woman".

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Alex Murdaugh: High-profile lawyer charged with murder of wife and son

The charges are the latest in a long-running crime saga involving the disgraced lawyer Alex Murdaugh.

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Ukraine round-up: Deadly attack 'act of terrorism' - Zelensky

An attack on a city far from the front line kills more than 20 people, and a Russian mother's anger over her missing son.

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Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Ukraine round-up: Deportation claims and North Korea row

The US accuses Russia of removing civilians and Ukraine breaks off diplomatic ties with North Korea.

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Mark Fleischman: Ex-Studio 54 club owner dies by assisted suicide at Dignitas

Mark Fleischman, who ran the legendary New York nightclub in the 1980s, dies by assisted suicide.

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US prices rising at fastest rate for 40 years

Fuel and food prices are pushing up inflation in the US, which is at a record level.

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'We hope for the best, son' - War nears Ukraine maternity ward

Pokrovsk Perinatal Centre is around 40km (25 miles) from the nearest front line.

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Sri Lanka: Four key moments from storming of PM's office

Protesters were met with tear gas and water cannon by authorities.

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Sri Lanka: President Gotabaya Rajapaksa flees the country on military jet

Gotabaya Rajapaksa fled with relatives amid mass protests over the country's economic crisis.

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FOX NEWS: 'RHOBH' star Dorit Kemsley 'grateful' she and kids weren't harmed in robbery, says castmate Garcelle Beauvais


'RHOBH' star Dorit Kemsley 'grateful' she and kids weren't harmed in robbery, says castmate Garcelle Beauvais



The LAPD confirmed to Fox News the burglary occurred at 10:50 pm on October 27 at her Encino Hills home.

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FOX NEWS: Josie Canseco suffers a wardrobe malfunction while celebrating her 25th birthday


Josie Canseco suffers a wardrobe malfunction while celebrating her 25th birthday



Model Josie Canseco had all eyes on her while celebrating her 25th birthday at Delilah in West Hollywood.

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FOX NEWS: Brigitte Bardot fined by French court for calling La Reunion islanders ‘degenerate savages’


Brigitte Bardot fined by French court for calling La Reunion islanders ‘degenerate savages’



This isn’t the first time that the actress-turned-animal rights activist has faced legal woes over allegations of racism.

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FOX NEWS: Armorer demonstrates how to identify a dummy round


Armorer demonstrates how to identify a dummy round



Dummy rounds on film and TV sets generally look identical to real ones, experts say. A visual inspection isn’t enough according to armorer Bryan Carpenter, but they make a distinguishing rattling sound when shaken.

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FOX NEWS: Ray Liotta reveals why Frank Sinatra’s daughters mailed him a horse head


Ray Liotta reveals why Frank Sinatra’s daughters mailed him a horse head



Nancy and Tina Sinatra sent Liotta a message inspired by the famous scene in "The Godfather."

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Monday, July 11, 2022

Roe v Wade: Abortion pills a new front in culture wars

Abortion pills - the most common way to end pregnancies in the US - are in activists' crosshairs.

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Jenin in the West Bank: Guns and grief on the rise

Tom Bateman spends time with people of Jenin refugee camp, as fears grow of a further descent into violence.

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'We have a zeal to protect our heritage through radio'

Jambo Radio broadcasts in multiple languages to cater for the growing African and Caribbean community in Scotland.

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Nasa telescope takes super sharp view of early cosmos

The new $10bn space telescope delivers its first full-colour image of the distant Universe.

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Ukraine war: Russian military equipment on show in Prague

The exhibition features a damaged Russian tank, a howitzer and defused rockets and shells.

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Jafar Panahi: Acclaimed film maker held in Iran amid crackdown

Jafar Panahi is detained after asking Tehran prosecutors about a fellow director arrested on Friday.

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Sunday, July 10, 2022

FOX NEWS: Ecstasy can help people with PTSD, study says


Ecstasy can help people with PTSD, study says



Methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA)-assisted therapy has been able to aid people with severe post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according to researchers. 

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The Afghan refugee commanding Ukrainian troops

Jalal Noory was just a child when he escaped Afghanistan's civil wars following the Soviet invasion.

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Maine energy: How one hydropower project sparked a $100m 'hoohah'

A proposal to send hydropower from Canada to the US was cancelled after significant pushback.

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FOX NEWS: Unemployment drops as inflation rises


Unemployment drops as inflation rises



FOX Business correspondent Edward Lawrence looks at the latest jobs report for October on ‘Special Report.'

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Wildfires break out across parts of Portugal

Thousands of firefighters are tackling the blazes, with temperatures expected to rise in the coming days.

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Saturday, July 9, 2022

America's race gap between black and white homeowners

Black Americans are almost twice as likely to be denied a mortgage than their white counterparts.

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Durban riots: South Africa still bears the scars one year on

More than 300 people died in what the president called an "insurrection", but what has changed?

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Ukraine war: A welcome on two wheels for refugee children

Around 30,000 Ukrainian refugees have fled to Denmark, where a nationwide scheme is offering a unique, two-wheeled welcome.

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Tamil Nadu: The Indian man who makes art from sunlight

The artist has thousands of followers on Instagram who love his unique work.

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Roe v Wade: Thousands march to White House for abortion rights

The US Supreme Court last month repealed Roe v Wade, ending the nationwide guarantee to an abortion.

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Sri Lanka crowd breaks Rajapaksa grip on power

Sri Lanka's leaders flee from an angry crowd - extraordinary for a country tainted by political repression.

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Friday, July 8, 2022

Elon Musk ends $44bn bid to buy Twitter

The Tesla chief says he is backing out because of the high number of spam accounts on the platform.

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Canada hit by massive mobile and internet outage

Emergency call hotlines, hospitals and government agencies are affected by the nationwide issue.

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Syria: Russian UN veto blocks aid deliveries to 3m people

Russia blocks a Security Council resolution keeping open a key cross-border aid route.

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Roe v Wade: Biden signs executive order on abortion access

It will not fully restore nationwide abortion rights - the president says a federal law is needed.

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Arizona to ban people filming police officers within 8 feet

Opponents of the law have said it violates the constitutional right to free speech and a free press.

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US border agents' horseback charge on Haiti migrants 'unnecessary'

The US border control agency said the actions of its agents potentially violated US immigration law.

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

The US army base training Ukrainian fighters

American style training at Fort Leavenworth stands in contrast to Soviet-style military education.

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Derek Chauvin sentenced to 20 years for violating George Floyd's rights

The former police officer is already serving a 22-year prison sentence for the murder of Mr Floyd.

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Theranos exec Sunny Balwani convicted of fraud

He and fraudster Elizabeth Holmes ran the Silicon Valley company as a couple before its implosion.

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

FOX NEWS: Pfizer COVID-19 pill could cut severe illness by 89%, company says


Pfizer COVID-19 pill could cut severe illness by 89%, company says



Pfizer Inc. announced Friday that its pill to treat novel COVID-19 was found to reduce the risk of hospitalization or death by 89% among high-risk adult patients in a clinical trial.

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FOX NEWS: Dr. Siegel reacts to Pfizer pill to treat COVID awaiting FDA approval


Dr. Siegel reacts to Pfizer pill to treat COVID awaiting FDA approval



Fox News medical contributor, Dr. Marc Siegel enthusiastic about Pfizer pill to treat COVID-19.

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Jerry Harris: Star of Netflix's Cheer sentenced to 12 years

Jerry Harris admitted to exchanging lewd pictures with children that he knew to be underage.

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Chagos Islands FA: The team representing a lost homeland, 6,000 miles away

The Chagos Islands football team are trying to keep the story of their ancestors alive, 6,000 miles from their disputed homeland.

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FOX NEWS: Biden admin to fine businesses for unvaccinated employees


Biden admin to fine businesses for unvaccinated employees



Rep. Mike Garcia, R-Calif., on Biden administration pushing workplace vaccine mandates. Garcia also addresses U.S. allies and citizens still trapped in Afghanistan.

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Ukraine round-up: Evacuation under fire and new oil tensions

Civilians flee Ukraine's eastern city of Slovyansk and Kazakh oil is hit by a Russian court ruling.

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Revelry and protests as Spanish bull festival returns

The annual event in Spain's Pamplona was cancelled in 2020 and 2021 due to coronavirus restrictions.

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Tuesday, July 5, 2022

Arabs believe economy is weak under democracy

People are losing faith in democracy to deliver economic stability across Middle East and North Africa, according to a major new survey.

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Roe v Wade: Mississippi judge refuses to block abortion ban

It is part of an escalation in activity in US courts as states seek to impose abortion restrictions.

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Trans rescue: A future refuge for those fleeing violence

Two trans women in Amsterdam are planning a refuge in Kenya for trans people at risk all over the world.

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Sidhu Moose Wala: The unsettling legacy of the rapper's protest music

It has been more than a month since the rapper was shot dead. But he is still making headlines.

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What does egg freezing have to do with your employer?

More firms are offering so-called 'fertility benefits' but there could be hidden catches.

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Ukraine war: The Russian woman rescued from a Kyiv bomb site

Russian-born Ekaterina Volkova was injured in an air strike on her apartment that killed her Ukrainian husband.

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Suspect charged with murder over 4 July shooting

Suspect in mass shooting at Independence Day parade near Chicago charged with seven counts of murder

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Monday, July 4, 2022

Australia's devastating floods spur new warning systems

Better data and real-time software is allowing companies to improve the precision of flood warnings.

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FOX NEWS: Ray Liotta reveals why Frank Sinatra’s daughters mailed him a horse head


Ray Liotta reveals why Frank Sinatra’s daughters mailed him a horse head



Nancy and Tina Sinatra sent Liotta a message inspired by the famous scene in "The Godfather."

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Peter Obi: The Labour Party candidate electrifying young Nigerians

An army of social media users backs Peter Obi for Nigeria's presidency, but will that translate into votes?

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Avabai Wadia: The lawyer who became India’s family planning pioneer

Avabai Wadia played a major role in India becoming the first country to officially promote family planning.

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Highland Park shooting: Man arrested after 4 July mass shooting

Police arrest a suspect after a rooftop gunman kills six people at an Independence Day parade.

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Illinois shooting: 'I hid my son in a dumpster' - witness

Police are still searching for the gunman, who shot dead six people at an Independence Day parade.

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Illinois shooting: Six dead in 4 July parade shooting near Chicago

The mayor of Highland Park says the situation is "active" and urged people to remain indoors.

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Sunday, July 3, 2022

FOX NEWS: A final farewell to Colin Powell


A final farewell to Colin Powell



National security correspondent Jennifer Griffin reports on the trailblazing soldier as he is laid to rest on ‘Special Report’.

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FOX NEWS: Biden urges Democrats to ram through Build Back Better bill


Biden urges Democrats to ram through Build Back Better bill



Democrats can't agree on massive spending plan; 'The Five' react

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FOX NEWS: Notable Quotables for Friday, Nov. 5


Notable Quotables for Friday, Nov. 5



Bret Baier highlights the best soundbites from another memorable week in the news/

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FOX NEWS: Chicago officer who shot cop husband was trying to kill herself when gun went off during struggle: Prosecutors


Chicago officer who shot cop husband was trying to kill herself when gun went off during struggle: Prosecutors



A Chicago police officer charged with the shooting death of her husband, who is also a cop on the force, was threatening to kill herself when they struggled over the weapon and it went off, prosecutors said.

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FOX NEWS: Unemployment drops as inflation rises


Unemployment drops as inflation rises



FOX Business correspondent Edward Lawrence looks at the latest jobs report for October on ‘Special Report.'

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Copenhagen shooting: Panic as people flee gunfire inside shopping centre

Several people have been killed in a shooting at a shopping centre in the Danish capital, police say.

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FOX NEWS: Top craft breweries in the US to visit


Top craft breweries in the US to visit



To get inspired for your National American Beer Day celebration, here’s the Brewer Association’s top 10 craft breweries based on sales volume.

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Russian scientist Kolker held in spy probe dies of cancer

FSB officers had flown terminally ill Dmitry Kolker, a top quantum physicist, to a Moscow jail.

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Saturday, July 2, 2022

US woman denied termination in Malta: 'I was terrified'

Andrea was medically evacuated to Spain as doctors in Malta could not terminate her pregnancy under the country's ban on abortion.

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Nigeria rejects Ukraine online degrees: 'It's not fair'

Distraught medical students who fled Ukraine are told their distance-learning degrees are not valid.

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Ukraine: The teachers swapping classrooms for trenches

A number of teachers in Ukraine are educating their students online from the front line.

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Dozens freed from church awaiting 'Second Coming' in Ondo Nigeria

Police free 77 people from confinement in a church in south-western Nigeria.

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Russia dredges up landing ship hit by Ukraine missile fire

The Russian troop ship Saratov sank in a Black Sea port after a Ukrainian missile strike.

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Israel shoots down 'Hezbollah drones' heading for gas rig

The drones were allegedly launched from Lebanon, amid border tensions between the nations.

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Friday, July 1, 2022

India farm law: Seven months after repeal, farmers are ready for new protests

Seven months after the government repealed the farm laws, farmers say demands not fulfilled yet.

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Brazil: Rio's residents garden their way out of hunger

Brazilian communities are combatting soaring food prices and a hunger crisis with urban gardens.

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Unique terror trial that changed France

More than 400 survivors and relatives gave evidence in the unprecedented trial that ended this week.

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Week in pictures: 25 June - 1 July 2022

A selection of powerful images from all over the globe, taken in the past seven days.

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Hot weather dries up swamp, uncovers ancient fort

A historical group was instrumental in discovering a crannog made from stone near Lough Neagh.

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Roe v Wade: Women travelling for abortions will be protected - Biden

The US president warns some US states will attempt to arrest women crossing state lines for access.

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Ukraine round-up: Elite Russian regiment fights for support and the war for borsch

Support for Russia's elite fighting force looks less certain as the regiment reappears in Ukraine.

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