Wednesday, 31 August 2022
Why Many Americans Turned on Anthony Fauci
By Ari Schulman from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/LZ3JC5A
Camilo Guevara: Son of Marxist revolutionary Che Guevara dies
Che Guevara's eldest son, 60-year-old Camilo, dies of a stroke while visiting Venezuela.
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Oscar Pistorius: South African ex-Paralympian seeks to force early prison release
The ex-Paralympian is serving a 13-year sentence for the murder of his girlfriend nine years ago.
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Pakistan floods: Dog shelter staff rescue 250 canines
Animal shelter staff in north-west Pakistan race to save their 250 dogs from severe flood water.
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U.S. Life Expectancy Falls Again in ‘Historic’ Setback
By Roni Caryn Rabin from NYT Health https://ift.tt/8cZXMz1
West Point Has a K.K.K. Plaque Mounted Above Entrance to Science Hall
By Hurubie Meko from NYT New York https://ift.tt/I0r9oRm
Russia: Mikhail Gorbachev changed history, but was wrong about ties to West
The former president opened up the Soviet Union but failed to prevent its collapse in 1991.
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Nourah al-Qahtani: Saudi woman jailed for 45 years for social media posts
Nourah al-Qahtani was convicted of "violating public order using social media", activists say.
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Giant hailstone: Toddler killed in violent Spanish storm - report
Around 50 people are injured by hailstones that measured up to 10cm in diameter.
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Tuesday, 30 August 2022
World's loneliest man: Rare footage of him in the Amazon
Footage of a tribesman, who was the last survivor of an indigenous group in Brazil, shows him cutting down trees.
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Low Water Levels Disrupt European River Cruises, a Favorite of U.S. Tourists
By Jenny Gross from NYT Travel https://ift.tt/TgSLo63
Jharkhand: Murdered India teen's dreams snuffed out by stalker
The teenager was set on fire by an alleged stalker who is now in police custody.
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Ukraine grain deal: Where are the ships going?
More than 50 ships have braved the risks to take food from Ukraine to destinations around the world.
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Timed Teaser: Blast! What scuppered lift-off?
Test your knowledge of the news these last few days - 10 questions, 10 seconds each. Go!
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Monday, 29 August 2022
'Man of the Hole': Last of his tribe dies in Brazil
The last member of an uncontacted indigenous group in Brazil had lived in total isolation for decades.
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Fall Vaccination Campaign Will Bring New Shots, Worse Access
By Benjamin Mueller from NYT Health https://ift.tt/FU1ztEV
Moqtada al-Sadr, dominant Iraqi political leader, retires from politics
The step by Moqtada al-Sadr, whose supporters recently stormed parliament, is seen as a major move.
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Man killed by lions after climbing into zoo enclosure
The authorities are trying to find out why he climbed into the lion enclosure in Accra's zoo.
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Charli XCX: I was always up for getting down and dirty
Looking back at her career from illegal raves to stadium tours, the star wonders what will come next.
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Sunday, 28 August 2022
José Eduardo dos Santos: State funeral for Angola ex-president
Angolans mourn 38-year ruler José Eduardo dos Santos, despite a family row over where he should be buried.
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In Finland, a Partying Prime Minister Draws Tuts, and Cheers
By Katrin Bennhold from NYT World https://ift.tt/jLgp8YK
Pakistan floods: Bed frames used to pull victims over rushing water
Several people are brought to safety by volunteer helpers in Swat, northern Pakistan.
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‘The Best Tool We Have’ for Self-Harming and Suicidal Teens
By Matt Richtel from NYT Health https://ift.tt/DO5YRvT
Noida twin towers demolition: The moment Supertech skyscrapers imploded
The blast, which took months of careful planning, lasted just about 12 seconds.
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Ukraine war: Russian recruitment drive unlikely to have impact - UK
Vladimir Putin recently pledged to increase Russia's armed forces personnel by 137,000.
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Saturday, 27 August 2022
Serbia-Kosovo ID document row settled, says EU
Tensions have been rising over disagreements including the movement of citizens across the border.
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Shaquille O'Neal backs Australian Indigenous vote
The former basketball star backs Australia's bid to increase Indigenous voices in parliament.
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Documents at Mar-a-Lago Could Compromise Human Intelligence Sources, Affidavit Says
By Glenn Thrush, Alan Feuer and Maggie Haberman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/HQl9zwW
Pakistan floods: Thousands told to evacuate as rivers rise
Monsoon-induced floods cause destruction in one of the country's worst disasters.
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We Knew the Justice Department Case Was Righteous. This Affidavit Confirms It.
By Andrew Weissmann from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/1Oja6Ze
EuroPride 2022: Serbia will not host event, says president
President Alexandar Vucic cancels the parade - but organisers insist they will go ahead.
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Captured, Killed or Compromised: C.I.A. Admits to Losing Dozens of Informants
By Julian E. Barnes and Adam Goldman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/7g5ZqBu
United States to appoint first Arctic Ambassador
On Friday, Nato chief Jens Stoltenberg warned of the Russian threat in northern polar regions.
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Friday, 26 August 2022
Moderna Sues Pfizer and BioNTech Over Covid Vaccine
By Jenny Gross and Rebecca Robbins from NYT Business https://ift.tt/JR3i5Bz
Moderna suing Pfizer over Covid vaccine technology
Moderna said it is suing Pfizer and its German partner BioNTech for patent infringement.
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I Found Condoms in My Son’s Room. What Should I Do Now?
By Philip Galanes from NYT Style https://ift.tt/MPWnhsK
Zuckerberg tells Rogan FBI warning prompted Biden laptop story censorship
In an interview with Joe Rogan, Mark Zuckerberg says the story was flagged after an FBI warning.
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Pakistan floods: 33 million affected by historic rains, says minister
Historic downpours and major floods have battered the nation since June, killing hundreds.
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Women attend first league match in Iran for 40 years
The rare move for Iran to allow women into stadiums where men are playing followed appeals by Fifa.
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Thursday, 25 August 2022
Zaporizhzhia: Occupied nuclear plant disconnected from grid - Ukraine
Fires damaged nearby power lines forcing the Zaporizhzhia site to be cut off, Ukraine's nuclear agency says.
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Putin orders 10% boost in Russian troop numbers
The Russian president signs a decree to add 137,000 service personnel to the million-strong army.
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Phophi Ramathuba: South African official's hospital rant at Zimbabwean goes viral
A video shows a local official chastising a patient for crossing the border for treatment.
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How the Webb Telescope Expanded My Universe
By Dennis Overbye from NYT Science https://ift.tt/OYLkl40
French oil firm TotalEnergies denies link to Russian jet supplies
Transport Minister Clément Beaune calls for light to be shed on allegations surrounding TotalEnergies.
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Bali: Transgender student dies in police custody
Peruvian transgender rights activist Rodrigo Ventocilla, died after being arrested at the airport.
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Shinzo Abe: Japan police chief resigns over ex-PM assassination
Local police have previously said there were "undeniable" flaws in security for the former PM.
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Wednesday, 24 August 2022
Elton John gives diners preview of Britney Spears' first music since 2016
Sir Elton John asks a French restaurant DJ to play his Britney Spears duet and streams the reactions.
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Who Is Quiet Quitting For?
By Alyson Krueger from NYT Style https://ift.tt/6O8xDWT
No fuel imports to UK from Russia for first time
Imports of goods from Russia fell to £33m in June, the lowest level since 1997, official figures show.
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Go-karting for French prisoners a mistake, admits Fresnes governor
It was meant as a day of fun and games at France's second largest prison, but it prompted an outcry.
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Peru to sue Repsol for $4.5bn over oil spill
The spill has been described by Peru as the worst ecological disaster around Lima in recent memory.
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Japan should consider building new nuclear plants: Kishida
Most of the country's nuclear plants were suspended after the 2011 Fukushima disaster.
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Tuesday, 23 August 2022
Colombian police officers held over killing of youths
Colombia has a history of "false positives" - civilians murdered by the military and passed off as rebels.
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Ben & Jerry's fails to stop sales in Israeli settlements
A US judge denies a request to block a deal by Unilever that will allow such sales to continue.
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Darya Dugina's father speaks at her Moscow memorial service
The father of the late journalist speaks at her memorial in Moscow after she was killed by a car bomb.
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Dogs can cry when owners come home, study suggests
Ecstatic canines can well up when they are reunited with their human companions, a study suggests.
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I Cheated on My Wife. Why Won’t She Get Over It?
By Philip Galanes from NYT Style https://ift.tt/8wWQxBK
Najib Razak: Malaysia's ex-PM starts jail term after final appeal fails
Najib Razak denies charges of appropriating millions of dollars from a state-owned wealth fund.
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Monday, 22 August 2022
Darya Dugina: Speculation rife as Russians ponder journalist's killing
As state media broadcasts outrage and anger, ordinary Russians question who the intended target was.
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Farmer moves two-storey house - an inch at a time
Sukhwinder Singh is moving his house 152.4m (500 ft) away because it's in the way of an expressway.
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'Robin Hood' of Delhi arrested amid claims of 160 crimes
Unlike the Disney version, Wasim Akram is alleged to have kept much of his gains for himself.
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Kenya elections 2022: Win or lose, why Raila Odinga's election challenge matters
Raila Odinga has been mocked for challenging election results but each case improves Kenya's democracy.
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377A: The moment Singaporeans learn gay sex ban will end
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong confirmed the ban of the colonial-era law in a televised speech.
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Sunday, 21 August 2022
Ukraine war: Allies seek more security at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant
Britain, France, Germany and the US stress the need for nuclear safety as fighting rages in Ukraine.
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Iraq collapse: Bodies pulled from rubble after landslide hits shrine
Bodies are found after the Qattarat al-Imam Ali shrine was hit by landslide in the Karbala region.
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In pictures: Drought in Europe exposes sunken ships, lost villages and ominous 'hunger stones'
Nazi warships, lost villages and "hunger stones" are revealed as water levels drop across Europe.
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A Former Fox News Insider Spills the Beans
By Blake Hounshell and Jeremy W. Peters from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/GHB1l9u
377A: Singapore to end ban on gay sex
The repeal of a colonial-era law will effectively legalise homosexuality in the conservative state.
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Portugal wildfires: State of alert begins amid third heatwave
The country is bracing for its third heatwave of the summer, with temperatures of up to 38C predicted.
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Saturday, 20 August 2022
Spelling Bee Forum
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Ukraine displays destroyed Russian tanks in Kyiv
Destroyed Russian military vehicles are on display in Kyiv, ahead of Ukraine's Independence Day.
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Turkey crash: Bus ploughs into crash scene, killing rescuers
The bus hit emergency crews and journalists at the site of an earlier road accident, killing 16.
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Seized £63m Russian superyacht Axioma to be sold at Gibraltar auction
The monster boat can sleep 12 guests and boasts a swimming pool, jacuzzi, spa and 3D cinema.
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Jonah Hill to stop promoting films to protect his mental health
A psychologist says the Superbad actor "should be applauded" for opening up about anxiety attacks.
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‘House of the Dragon’ Review: Domesticating ‘Game of Thrones’
By Mike Hale from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/lmk3GDR
Friday, 19 August 2022
‘Dark Brandon’ Rises, and Buoys Biden’s Beleaguered Faithful
By Blake Hounshell from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/vjNbO29
Xi and Putin to attend G20 summit in Bali, Indonesia's Jokowi says
All eyes will be on the November summit, with US President Joe Biden also expected to attend.
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Should parents take their babies to a comedy show?
Comedian Matt Forde says a crying infant "derailed" his performance at the Edinburgh Fringe.
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Escaped bull wrecks shop in Peru
The animal had escaped from a truck transporting it to an abattoir.
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My Abortion at 11 Wasn’t a Choice. It Was My Life.
By Nicole Walker from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/d1NKUMD
Rohingya and CAA: What is India's refugee policy?
India is not a signatory to international laws for refugee protection and follows an ad-hoc policy.
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Thursday, 18 August 2022
Trevor Noah Covers Liz Cheney’s ‘Bigly’ Loss
By Trish Bendix from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/OcSQqD2
Covid in China: Fish tested amid Xiamen outbreak
Footage has gone viral showing live fish and crabs being tested in China for the coronavirus.
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The Megalodon Was Bigger, Faster and Even Hungrier
By Asher Elbein from NYT Science https://ift.tt/z1vGehm
Battery power problem cuts short Russian spacewalk, Nasa says
A cosmonaut was rushed back to the International Space Station on Wednesday, the US space agency says.
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Ukraine war: Drone pilots mark targets for new offensive
As Ukraine attempts to regain control of Kherson, small drone units are playing a key role in targeting Russian armour.
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Sanna Marin: Finland PM partying video causes backlash
Sanna Marin denies taking drugs after video emerged showing her partying with friends.
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Patrick Reed: American golfer suing The Golf Channel for defamation in $750m lawsuit
US golfer Patrick Reed files a $750m defamation lawsuit against American television network The Golf Channel and commentator Brandel Chamblee.
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Wednesday, 17 August 2022
Lisa Murkowski and Sarah Palin Survive Primary Battles, but a Democrat Breaks Through
By Jazmine Ulloa from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/qONw2em
Water levels on Italy's Lake Garda at 15-year low
Parts of northern Italy are experiencing their worst drought in 70 years.
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Liz Cheney: Trump critic blasts Republican 'personality cult' after defeat
Liz Cheney criticises the former president after losing to a Trump-backed candidate in Wyoming.
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Spanish fires: Passengers injured fleeing train in BejÃs
Ten people are injured, three seriously, as a train is caught up in a wildfire in eastern Spain.
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Lawyer Who Defeated Cheney Spent Career Fighting Environmental Rules
By Trip Gabriel from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/YgbZBM4
Israel and Germany condemn Palestinian leader's '50 Holocausts' claim
Israeli and German leaders express outrage after Mahmoud Abbas accuses Israel of "50 Holocausts".
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Tuesday, 16 August 2022
'Every day we live our lives in fear' under Taliban rule
A lack of freedom and human rights are affecting Afghan women’s mental health, an activist says.
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US 'must contest' Chinese missiles over Taiwan, says admiral
Firing missiles over Taiwan is a "gorilla in the room" that must be challenged, a top US commander says.
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Estonia begins removing Soviet-era war monuments
The government says it wants to remove a source of tension after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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Alligator Kills 88-Year-Old Woman in South Carolina
By Remy Tumin from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/kJ5HDMy
Liz Cheney: Trump’s nemesis faces Republican day of reckoning
Wyoming Republicans decide on Tuesday if Liz Cheney is a defender of the constitution or a "swamp rat".
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Monday, 15 August 2022
Kenya election result: William Ruto defies the odds for victory
Deputy President William Ruto was the underdog in the race for the presidency.
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With New Weaponry, Ukraine Is Subtly Shifting Its War Strategy
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Kenya election result: William Ruto wins presidential poll
The announcement was marred by scuffles, allegations of vote-rigging and a divided electoral commission.
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Spelling Bee Forum
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Some Republicans Make a More Restrained Case for Defending Trump
By Luke Broadwater from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/zOTRUkJ
Trapped Mexico miners: Setback as water levels rise
Rescue attempts have been delayed again after the water level in the flooded shafts suddenly rose.
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Sunday, 14 August 2022
As Right-Wing Rhetoric Escalates, So Do Threats and Violence
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US Taiwan: Congress team follows Pelosi with second high-level visit in a month
The trip comes just 12 days after a controversial tour by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
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Moment explosion rocks shopping centre in Armenia
People can be seen running as a massive plume of smoke spreads quickly following the explosion.
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Egypt fire: Dozens dead in Giza Coptic church
The blaze broke out at a Coptic Christian church in the city of Giza causing a stampede.
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Walrus Freya who became attraction in Norway's Oslo Fjord put down
Freya had to be euthanised because the public went too close to her, officials said.
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Saudi Aramco: Oil giant tops own record with $48.4bn quarterly profit
The staggering profit comes amid soaring oil prices in the aftermath of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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'We are waiting for rain, for winter, for God' - Fighting a megafire in France
On the frontline of the wildfires in France is a tactical team trying to stay ahead of the flames.
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Saturday, 13 August 2022
Taliban break up rare protest by Afghan women in Kabul
The militants fire into the air as women call for "work and freedom" after a year of Taliban rule.
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Files Seized From Trump Are Part of Espionage Act Inquiry
By Maggie Haberman, Glenn Thrush and Charlie Savage from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/kEocdZQ
Horrifying, ghastly: Authors condemn attack on Salman Rushdie
The literary world has reacted to the attack on Salman Rushdie with shock and condemnation.
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Kenya elections 2022: Live result updates
The latest results from the presidential and parliamentary races.
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Medusa festival: One killed as strong winds cause stage collapse in Spain
At least 40 others were injured in bad weather at a popular electronic music festival near Valencia.
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Southern Baptist abuse claims under DoJ investigation
A report this year accused the largest US Protestant denomination of covering up abuse.
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Friday, 12 August 2022
Drought hits Germany's Rhine River: 'We have 30cm of water left'
There are fears water levels could dip to the lowest ever recorded on the key German shipping route.
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Suspected bank robber rescued from tunnel near Vatican
Police believe the alleged gang member could have been burrowing into a bank near the Vatican.
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Anne Heche ‘Is Not Expected to Survive’ After Crash, Representative Says
By Daniel Victor from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/fODe0VA
Freya the walrus could be put down unless public back off, Norway warns
Freya the walrus, a popular attraction in the Oslo Fjord, is in danger from too much attention.
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The Absurd Argument Against Making Trump Obey the Law
By Michelle Goldberg from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/uv57MwR
German ex-leader Gerhard Schroeder sues parliament over lost perks
The former chancellor has faced criticism over his links to Russian energy companies.
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Bear cub high on hallucinogenic 'mad honey' rescued by park rangers
The animal was found incapacitated after consuming hallucinogenic rhododendron plants.
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Thursday, 11 August 2022
UN alarm as Ukraine nuclear power plant shelled again
Ukraine and Russia trade accusations as the Zaporizhzhia nuclear facility, Europe's largest, is hit.
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Megafire rips through swathes of land near Bordeaux
Firefighters continue to try to extinguish the wildfire raging through the Gironde region.
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Afghanistan: Cleric killed by bomb hidden in artificial leg - reports
Sheikh Rahimullah Haqqani, who had close ties with the Taliban, was a prominent supporter of girls' education.
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Astronomers May Have Found the Galaxy’s Youngest Planet
By Robin George Andrews from NYT Science https://ift.tt/6psihMU
Kenya Election 2022: Why the count is taking so long
The electoral commission tells people not to panic as media houses broadcast different tallies.
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The Boy Bosses of Silicon Valley Are on Their Way Out
By Erin Griffith from NYT Business https://ift.tt/QSO80GF
France firefighters battle 'monster' wildfire near Bordeaux
The blaze in France's south-west has gutted a number of homes and forced some 10,000 people to flee.
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Wednesday, 10 August 2022
Australia Covid: Contact tracing app branded expensive 'failure'
The health minister urges people to delete the contact-tracing app, which identified just two infections.
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South Africa sex crime: Authorities charge seven over gang rape
The charges are connected to an attack on eight women filming a music video at an abandoned mine.
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Jury Acquits Truck Driver of All Charges in Crash That Left 7 Bikers Dead
By McKenna Oxenden and Eduardo Medina from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/FsN47Kz
Thousands of beagles saved from drug trials in US
A rescue operation is under way to rehome the dogs from a breeding facility in Virginia.
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Mexico's indigenous groups celebrate their heritage
Mexico marked the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples with an exuberant parade.
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Whale dies during rescue mission in France
A team of 80 helpers worked through the night to try and rescue the animal from the River Seine.
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Tuesday, 9 August 2022
Prosecutors Pursue Inquiry Into Trump’s Handling of Classified Material
By Maggie Haberman and Michael S. Schmidt from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/vyCbokI
Serena Williams suggests retirement from tennis after US Open
Serena Williams, the 23-time Grand Slam singles champion and one of tennis' greatest players, says she is "evolving away" from the sport.
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Lamont Dozier: Motown hitmaker dies aged 81
As part of the Holland, Dozier, Holland team he wrote hits for The Supremes, The Four Tops and more.
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The search appears to be focused on materials Trump took from the White House.
By Maggie Haberman, Ben Protess and Adam Goldman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/rGPmxsY
Leandro Lo: Funeral held for killed Jiu-Jitsu champion
World champion Leandro Lo, 33, was shot in the head while attending a concert at a club in São Paulo.
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West Bank: Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades commander Ibrahim al-Nabulsi killed in Nablus
Ibrahim al-Nabulsi, commander of al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigades in Nablus, had escaped arrest before.
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Monday, 8 August 2022
Tighter export controls on electronics could hamper Russia's war effort - report
Russian weapons could be permanently degraded by tougher export controls in the West, a think tank says.
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Roger E. Mosley: Magnum P.I. actor dies aged 83 after car crash
Roger E. Mosley starred opposite Tom Selleck in all eight seasons of the original Magnum P.I.
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I Didn’t Want It to Be True, but the Medium Really Is the Message
By Ezra Klein from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/cPZCNYm
China resort lockdown: Escaping to Sanya only to face fresh curbs
Many in Sanya had arrived hoping for relief from strict Covid-control measures in bigger cities.
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New Jersey Man Gets 5 Years in Prison in GoFundMe Fraud Case
By Vimal Patel from NYT New York https://ift.tt/O3vxArG
Ukraine: Any attack on a nuclear plant is 'suicidal', says UN
António Guterres says inspectors must be given access to the site, after it was shelled at the weekend.
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Sunday, 7 August 2022
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Horniman Museum to return 72 artefacts to Nigeria
The chair of the Horniman Museum said it was "moral" to return items taken by "force" years ago.
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Mexican mining rescue: Ten miners trapped underground
The 10 workers are stuck underground in Coahuila after a tunnel wall collapsed in a mine shaft.
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Sanya: Covid lockdown strands tourists on 'China's Hawaii'
Over 80,000 tourists in the resort known as "China's Hawaii" face new restrictions and cancelled flights.
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Commonwealth Games: How climate change is changing life around the world
Climate change is here. But it is also everywhere. Three Commonwealth athletes explain how it is changing their sport and homes.
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Saturday, 6 August 2022
Democrats’ Long-Sought Plan for Lowering Drug Costs Is at Hand
By Sheryl Gay Stolberg and Rebecca Robbins from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/IT2mRxM
How Republicans Are ‘Weaponizing’ Public Office Against Climate Action
By David Gelles from NYT Climate https://ift.tt/Vu1qiM3
Zaporizhzhia: Russian strikes forced nuclear reactor closure, operator says
The firm that operates Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant says there is also a risk of radioactive leaks.
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Jurors award $45.2 million in punitive damages after lawyer for Sandy Hook parents asks them to ‘stop Alex Jones.’
By Michael Levenson from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/Y7ZnkER
Croatia bus crash: Twelve Polish pilgrims killed and 31 injured
All 31 surviving passengers are injured, with some fighting for their lives, officials say.
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Judith Durham: Former Seekers lead singer dies aged 79
The Australian musician found fame in The Seekers, a folk music group, before going solo.
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Friday, 5 August 2022
Obituary: Gary Schroen, the CIA spy sent to get Osama Bin Laden
Gary Schroen, one of the first Americans on the ground in Afghanistan after 9/11, has died aged 80.
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Gaza: Emergency services arrive at flats hit by strike
The deadly strike killed at least eight Palestinians, including a child, says Gaza's health ministry.
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Covid-19: North Korea claims to have recovered from outbreak
There is widespread scepticism over North Korea's claim to have the world's lowest Covid death rate.
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French mayor threatens €15,000 deposit to climb Mont Blanc
The deposit is meant to cover rescue and funeral costs amid increased rockfalls caused by hot weather.
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Just 2 Minutes of Walking After a Meal Is Surprisingly Good for You
By Rachel Fairbank from NYT Well https://ift.tt/Xx793rF
China-Taiwan: Joseph Wu defends US Speaker Pelosi's visit
Joseph Wu tells the BBC he will continue inviting leaders to Taipei, as China sanctions Nancy Pelosi.
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Thursday, 4 August 2022
Brittney Griner: Russian prosecutors seek nine-and-a-half year sentence
The US basketball star pleaded guilty to drugs charges but denies deliberately breaking the law.
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Queensland shooting: Three killed on remote Australian property
Police have locked down a rural area in Queensland while they conduct a manhunt.
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Men convicted over Brazil fire that killed 242 go free
The men had been found guilty of causing the deadly blaze at the Kiss nightclub in Brazil in 2013.
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Taiwan tensions: China condemns 'manic' visit as Pelosi continues tour
"Manic, irresponsible and irrational": China's foreign minister reacts to Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan visit.
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'We've been living with China's threats for 70 years'
"They're a bunch of gangsters," says one man fishing on the dockside, as Chinese missiles fly nearby.
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Wednesday, 3 August 2022
Kenya: Wildlife trafficking suspect seized after $1m reward
Abdi Hussein Ahmed is suspected of links to a transnational wildlife and drug trafficking syndicate.
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Senate Passes Bill to Expand Benefits for Veterans Exposed to Burn Pits
By Stephanie Lai from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/aY8oyIk
Eric Schmitt defeats Eric Greitens to win Missouri’s G.O.P. Senate primary.
By Jonathan Weisman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/Um3CwkL
Taiwan: Pelosi leaves Taipei to sound of Chinese fury
"Those who play with fire will not come to a good end," warns China's foreign minister after the visit.
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China-Taiwan: As China broods, Taiwan is in a 'Pelosi lovefest'
The US Speaker's visit is celebrated in Taipei, but could it spark a major US-China crisis?
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Dev Patel: Actor breaks up knife fight in Australia
The Slumdog Millionaire star successfully broke up an altercation in Adelaide on Monday.
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Arizona Primary: Rusty Bowers, who defied Trump, loses re-election bid
Rusty Bowers, who testified against Donald Trump in June, loses to an ally of the ex-president.
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Tuesday, 2 August 2022
Watch: Nancy Pelosi lands in Taiwan amid China tensions
The US Democrat landed in Taiwan's capital Taipei, despite sharp warnings from China over the visit.
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Maya rulers' ashes turned into pelota balls - expert
Remains may have been turned into pelota balls to help rulers be immortal, an archaeologist says.
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What Remote Work Debate? They’ve Been Back at the Office for a While.
By Emma Goldberg from NYT Business https://ift.tt/NBv1mUw
Authorities investigate after mysterious sinkhole appears in Chile
Authorities are investigating the sinkhole which is about 25m (82 ft) wide and 200m (650ft) deep.
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Ukraine war: Russia accuses US of direct role in Ukraine war
Moscow accuses the US of directly approving targets for US-made artillery used by Ukraine.
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BTS could perform while doing military service
The oldest member of the K-pop band turns 30 next year so the issue has come into focus in South Korea.
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People are being airlifted to safety to escape Kentucky floods
Dozens of people have died and hundreds remain missing in the US state.
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Monday, 1 August 2022
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McKinney Fire Becomes California’s Largest of 2022, Burning 52,000 Acres
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