Frustrated Nigerians vow 'days of rage' as hardships mount

Facing high living costs activists call for protests but the government says they should hold back.

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Harris Will Begin Swing With Her Running Mate Next Week in Philadelphia

By Reid J. Epstein from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/SBFm6Pc

Harris dares Trump to debate her - 'Donald, say it to my face'

She addressed 10,000 supporters in Georgia, a key swing state that Democrats hope to win with her on the ticket.

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One Word Has Elevated Minnesota’s Governor to the Democrats’ V.P. Wish List

By Ernesto Londoño from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/UsyxHlM

What's the problem with swimming in the Seine?

Parisians and visitors tell the BBC whether they would take a dip in the River Seine.

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Biden calls for Supreme Court term limits and ethics rules

The US president's proposals are unlikely to pass Congress but the aim is to galvanise Democratic voters.

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Election 2024 Polls: The Harris vs. Trump Matchup

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Man arrested over suspected French railway vandalism

Police sources told local media the 28-year-old was found acting suspiciously near a railway site.

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Watch: Venezuela's Maduro declared winner in disputed vote

Both Maduro and González, the opposition candidate, have claimed victory in this presidential election.

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France rail repairs completed after arson attacks

Full service is due to resume on Monday after the network was paralysed ahead of the opening of the Olympics.

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Nine die in DR Congo gospel concert chaos

Police and organisers face questions after reports of overcrowding at one of Africa's biggest stadiums.

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Olympian sorry to wife for losing wedding ring in Seine

The World Champion blamed "losing too many kilos" and "irrepressible enthusiasm" for the mishap.

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The One Thing Watermelon Experts Do to Pick Sweet Ones

By Genevieve Ko from NYT Food https://ift.tt/HT8FWVI

Three members of family gospel group die in plane crash

The youngest member of The Nelons - who was not on board - confirmed the death of her parents and sister.

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Israeli strike on Gaza school 'kills 30'

Israel said Hamas was using the school, but Gaza's health ministry said most victims were children.

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The Evolution of Usha Vance

By Joseph Bernstein and Katherine Rosman from NYT Style https://ift.tt/mv9Hybs

S Africa police arrest Libyans at 'illegal' military camp

The camp, situated on a farm, was raided and 95 Libyans have been taken into custody, police say.

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Crew 'held each other and jumped' as typhoon sunk ship

Survivors of the Tanzania-flagged Fu Shun said they swam "with all their lives" to shore.

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Debt-ridden India labourer digs up diamond worth $95,000

Raju Gound, who has been diamond-hunting for over a decade, finally got lucky this week.

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Harris Rallies Exuberant Democrats in Wisconsin: ‘The Baton Is in Our Hands’

By Reid J. Epstein and Simon J. Levien from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/MFP1oSv

Watch: Emergency workers pick through wreckage of Nepal plane crash

A clean-up operation is underway after a plane crashed during takeoff in Kathmandu, Nepal, killing at least 18 people.

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Philippines bans online casinos linked to scam centres

These casinos have been found to have been used as a cover for scams and even human trafficking.

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UAE jails 57 Bangladeshis over protests against own government

Three defendants were sentenced to life after being convicted of "inciting riots" in the Gulf state.

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Veteran anti-whaling activist arrested in Greenland

Paul Watson could now be extradited to Japan to face charges related to his anti-whaling activism.

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The president's protectors are hardly noticeable - until things go wrong

The attempted assassination of Donald Trump has raised questions about the Secret Service's record.

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Secret Service chief faces grilling over Trump shooting

Senior Republican Mike Johnson says Ms Cheatle has "a lot to answer for" with regards to the attack.

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Watch: Spire collapses as fire engulfs Texas church

A blaze at a historic church in Dallas has caused huge plumes of smoke to rise over the Texan city

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8 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week

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World's longest rowing boat to carry Olympic torch

The 24-seater boat will take the Olympic torch down a section of the River Marne on Sunday.

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Miley Cyrus Performs for Kendall Jenner and Law Roach at an L.A. Pool Party

By Julia Carmel from NYT Style https://ift.tt/IdsDYxF

I Said He Could, So He Did

By Kay Bloomberg from NYT Style https://ift.tt/ObBzPZJ

US woman freed after 43 years in prison for murder she didn’t commit

Sandra Hemme has spent almost all of her adult life in prison for a 1980 murder in St. Joseph, Missouri.

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Scam warning as fake emails and websites target users after outage

Agencies in the UK and Australia are warning people to be vigilante to fake emails, calls and websites.

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San Diego Zoo pandas make official debut

Yun Chuan and Xin Bao are the first pandas to enter the US in 21 years.

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South Africa's calm opening of parliament heralds new era

President Cyril Ramaphosa outlines the government's plans after his party was forced into coalition.

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It’s Time for Democrats to Hold Hands and Jump

By Michelle Goldberg from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/1rHp6zt

Thousands of rare bird eggs worth $500,000 seized in Australia

A collection of 3,404 rare eggs have been seized in Granton, Tasmania, after a European operation into the illegal bird trade.

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Trekking Across Switzerland, Guided by Locals’ Hand-Drawn Maps

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French priest accused of sexual assaults 17 years after death

The reputation of the revered anti-poverty campaigner Abbé Pierre, who died in 2007, has been tarnished by sex assault allegations.

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'They killed my son' - raw grief after Nigeria school collapse

Government promises to curb rogue building practices are too little, too late for grieving parents.

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Naomi Pomeroy, 49, Chef Who Made Portland a Dining Destination, Dies

By Kim Severson from NYT Food https://ift.tt/fQ8zhAM

Country star sorry for singing US anthem drunk

Ingrid Andress was widely derided for her erratic rendition before baseball's Home Run Derby.

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Spain team chant 'Gibraltar is Spanish' at Euros celebration

Spain won Euro 2024 in a match against England on Sunday and returned to Madrid for a celebration.

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'World's rarest whale' washes up on NZ beach

Experts believe they have identified the animal but could wait weeks for DNA results to come back.

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Gambia’s parliament rejects bill to allow FGM

Human rights groups had urged MPs to block the bill, introduced after pressure from Muslim clerics.

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Stars pay tribute to 'force of nature' Doherty

Co-stars remember Shannen Doherty as a "beloved" actress with "heart, courage and kindness".

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Five questions for Secret Service after Trump shooting

Former agents ask whether the event was properly resourced - and whether warnings about the gunman were passed on.

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What We Know About the Assassination Attempt Against Trump

By Michael Levenson from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/53kXOn4

Videos Show Suspect Lying Motionless on Nearby Rooftop After Shooting

By Christiaan Triebert, Alexander Cardia, Devon Lum, Aric Toler and Riley Mellen from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/fRODY2u

What we know so far about Trump shooting suspect Thomas Crooks

The man who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump has been named by the FBI as Thomas Matthew Crooks.

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Here’s What Is Known About the Suspected Gunman

By Jack Healy, Mike Baker, Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs and Katie Benner from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/P4Ed7MH

Judy Belushi Pisano, Who Defended Her Husband’s Legacy, Dies at 73

By Clay Risen from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/upbKZ90

Celebrity sex therapist Dr Ruth Westheimer dies at 96

Known as Dr Ruth, she advocated for open conversations about sex and intimate topics.

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Did King Charles Really Buy a $6 Million New York Condo?

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Hamas says 71 killed in Israeli strike on Gaza humanitarian zone

An air strike hit a densely populated area of displaced people in the al-Mawasi area of Khan Younis.

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BBC Verify looks at evidence linking Russia to Kyiv hospital strike

Watch BBC Verify's visual analysis of the strike which killed two adults and injured 300.

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'Relief' as Canadian serial killer found guilty in death of 4 women

A judge rejected the defence case that Jeremy Skibicki was not criminally responsible for killing the indigenous women.

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Europe facing 'wave of antisemitism', survey finds

A survey found 96% had encountered antisemitism with the majority experiencing harassment online.

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Trump 2025 Is Coming Into View

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'Hard to imagine' Biden serving full term, says Michael Douglas

'Hard to imagine' Biden serving full term, says Michael Douglas

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'It was terrifying' - escaping Ethiopia's armed kidnappers

Dozens of students are still missing after being abducted in Ethiopia's kidnapping hotspot a week ago.

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Russia promises release of Indians fighting in its army

India says Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue with President Putin during his visit to Russia.

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Australia appoints special envoy to tackle antisemitism

The government said the advisory role will help allay rising community tension over the Israel-Gaza war.

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Israeli forces bombard Gaza City as tanks re-enter central areas

Residents say they are seeing some of the heaviest strikes since the war began nine months ago.

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Boeing to plead guilty to criminal fraud charge

Families of the people who died on the flights five years ago have criticised it as a "sweetheart deal".

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West African bloc risks 'disintegration' if juntas quit

The military leaders of Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso say they are leaving Ecowas and forming a new alliance.

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The Kidnapping I Can’t Escape

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Mass tourism protesters squirt water at Barcelona tourists

Thousands of people in the Spanish city have been taking part in demonstrations against mass tourism.

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Slovak PM in first public appearance since shooting

Robert Fico gave a speech in Bratislava seven weeks after being wounded in an assassination attempt.

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Tropical Storm Beryl Tracker

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Left-Wing New Popular Front Scored Big in France’s Vote. Who Are Its Members?

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Iran's new president gives hope to some women and younger voters

Voters backed the moderate with hopes he can soften sanctions and improve women's rights.

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Etsy vs. Sex

By Jessica Testa from NYT Style https://ift.tt/g2Y6Cz1

Why More French Youth Are Voting for the Far Right

By Aurelien Breeden, Aida Alami and Dmitry Kostyukov from NYT World https://ift.tt/Cfe5hU9

Kenya's president to debate with protesters on X Spaces

In a historic move, President Ruto is hosting an online forum for young people to air their complaints.

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Tanzanian artist who burned president's picture jailed

The 24-year-old painter outraged some Tanzanians but critics say the punishment is too harsh.

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Ellen DeGeneres cancels four comedy stand-up dates

The US comic's tour lasts until mid-August and it is unclear why some of the dates were cancelled.

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India preacher denies blame for crush deaths

Bhole Baba, who led the festival where some 120 people died, will co-operate with investigations.

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Greece starts six-day working week for some industries

The country says the policy will help boost economic growth.

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Trump Continues to Delay Naming a Running Mate, Amid Biden Debate Fallout

By Michael C. Bender from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/6g3DHkU

Revered screenwriter Robert Towne dies aged 89

The Oscar-winning writer penned the scripts for films like Chinatown and Mission: Impossible.

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Dozens killed in stampede at India religious event

At least 27 people have been killed in a stampede at a religious event in India's Uttar Pradesh state.

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Iconic Parisian drag club Chez Michou closes

The club, famed for bringing drag entertainment to France in the 1950s, inspired the movie The Birdcage.

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Immunity Ruling Escalates Long Rise of Presidential Power

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'Potentially catastrophic' Hurricane Beryl moves towards Jamaica

At least two people are reported to have died in the hurricane so far.

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Kenya to borrow more after new taxes withdrawn - president

William Ruto says Kenya will need to increase borrowing after protests forced him to scrap planned taxes.

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World Cup glory a vindication for India cricket legends

India defeated South Africa by seven runs on Saturday to bring home a World Cup after 13 years.

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