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New Jersey woman survives mile-long ride through storm drain
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Judge seeks more details on Trump's clemency for Roger Stone
Read More A federal judge on Monday demanded more information about President Donald Trump’s decision to commute the prison sentence of longtime ally Roger Stone. U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson ordered that the parties provide her by Tuesday with a copy of the executive order that commuted Stone’s sentence. Trump commuted Stone’s 40-month prison…
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China’s colonial mindset over Hong Kong | Letter
Read More Prof Christopher R Hughes believes a letter by Dr Hugh Goodacre on the crisis in Hong Kong does not stand up to historical scrutiny Dr Hugh Goodacre’s letter (5 July) in response to Simon Jenkins (Britain can’t protect Hong Kong from China – but it can do right by its people, 2 July)…
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Brexit: Get ready because this time it’s for real
Read More A new government document on preparing for Brexit presents a daunting checklist for business. A new government document on preparing for Brexit presents a daunting checklist for business.
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Stephen Lawrence’s parents’ fight for justice to be made into TV drama
Read More Parents back project saying it has added resonance in light of Black Lives Matter protests Doreen and Neville Lawrence’s long, difficult struggle to get justice for their murdered son, Stephen, is to be made in to a three-part television drama. ITV announced on Monday it had commissioned a sequel to its Bafta-winning 1999…
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Washington Redskins to retire controversial team name following review
Read MoreThe Washington team’s decision follows a wave of calls to scrap the name long-criticised as racist.The Washington team’s decision follows a wave of calls to scrap the name long-criticised as racist.
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Strong demand for virus testing services; snacking surges
Read More The outbreak of the coronavirus has dealt a shock to the global economy with unprecedented speed. — Two vaccine candidates from Pfizer and BioNTech being developed to help protect against the virus that causes COVID-19 have received fast track designation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The designation was granted based on…
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WATCH: Giant blobs of sea foam consume Cape Town as city lashed by gale force winds
Read More As if a global pandemic and one of the world’s strictest lockdowns wasn’t bad enough, South Africa has been powdered with snow and lashed by gale force winds – and now Cape Town’s streets are clogged with vast plumes of sea foam. Amid storm surges and ocean swells, beleaguered Capetonians were confronted by…
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What is Huawei and why is its role in UK’s 5G so controversial?
Read More The UK government will soon decide on its future relationship with the Chinese telecoms firm The UK government is due to announce its decision on the extent of the Chinese firm Huawei’s participation in the 5G network. Continue reading…The UK government will soon decide on its future relationship with the Chinese telecoms firmThe…
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Global hunger increasing even before pandemic, UN warns, putting Zero Hunger 2030 target in doubt
Read MoreCovid-19 crisis could tip 130 million more people into chronic hunger by end of 2020, report findsCovid-19 crisis could tip 130 million more people into chronic hunger by end of 2020, report finds
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On World Youth Skills Day, Don’t Forget the Importance of Soft Skills
Read More DENVER, Colorado, Jul 13 (IPS) – The international community will be commemorating World Youth Skills Day on July 15. Jessica Love is Executive Director, AfricAid*, which works to improve the standing of women in society through robust, locally-led mentorship initiatives that cultivate confidence, improve academic and health outcomes, and promote socially-responsible leadership…
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Countries abroad allow kids back to class and have mixed results
Read MoreSome countries in Europe and Asia have allowed kids back to the classroom with new restrictions and safety measures, but as Holly Williams reports, looking for lessons abroad is tricky. Israel saw a spike in cases after allowing kids back to school, but Taiwan, enforcing strict new measures, has managed to keep cases low,…
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Latin America OVERTAKES US & Canada as second-worst affected region in Covid-19 pandemic – AFP tally
Read More A surge in Covid-19 cases across Latin America has made it the second-worst hit region for virus deaths, outpacing the US and Canada and trailing only Europe. The situation has been exacerbated by poverty and lack of mass testing. A total of 144,758 people have died from the coronavirus in Latin America as…
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Japanese officials “shocked” by COVID outbreak at U.S. military bases
Read MoreGovernor of Okinawa voices “serious doubts about U.S. measures against infections,” as July 4th parties blamed locally for dozens of cases.Governor of Okinawa voices “serious doubts about U.S. measures against infections,” as July 4th parties blamed locally for dozens of cases.
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UK’s new fast-track immigration system to exclude care workers
Read More Minimum salary thresholds to also remain in place, presenting additional barrier The government has set out further details of its post-Brexit immigration system, which will now include a fast-track arrangement for health workers, although care staff will not be eligible, and the same minimum salary thresholds remain in place. The 130-page paper, which…
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How Russia Built a Channel to the Taliban, Once an Enemy
Read More KABUL, Afghanistan — During one of the most violent stretches of fighting in northern Afghanistan, as the Taliban scored victories that had eluded them since the beginning of the conflict, the top U.S. commander went public with a suspicion that had nagged for years: Russia was aiding the insurgents.In diplomatic circles in Kabul…
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Israeli court tosses out Amnesty petition to stop export of Pegasus spyware
Read More NSO Group, the Israeli producer of the spyware kit Pegasus, has emerged victorious from a court battle with Amnesty International after a court in Tel Aviv said it saw no reason to ban export of the notorious product. Amnesty argued that Pegasus was used by repressive governments throughout the world to spy on…
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French man accused of molesting hundreds of children dies in Indonesia
Read MoreFrancois Camille Abello, 65, died in a suspected suicide in his cell in Jakarta, police say.Francois Camille Abello, 65, died in a suspected suicide in his cell in Jakarta, police say.
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China bans 3 U.S. lawmakers in row over religious persecution
Read MoreAmbassador for Religious Freedom Sam Brownback also barred over criticism of ruling Communist Party’s treatment of minorities.Ambassador for Religious Freedom Sam Brownback also barred over criticism of ruling Communist Party’s treatment of minorities.
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Bus driver beaten to death by passengers who refused to wear masks
Read MorePhilippe Monguillot’s widow called for “exemplary punishment” for his killers.Philippe Monguillot’s widow called for “exemplary punishment” for his killers.
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White House attacks Fauci as states see record new coronavirus cases – live updates
Read More Florida sets record single-day total for new coronavirus cases Reports that White House has been briefing against Dr Fauci Mueller breaks silence, condemns Trump for commuting Stone’s sentence Sign up to our First Thing newsletter 12.08pm BST My colleague Mario Koran has been reporting for us on the coronavirus situation in Imperial county,…
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China Bans U.S. Lawmakers From Entering The Country
Read More China banned Senators Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz as well as administration officials from entering China in response to U.S. actions in response to the country’s treatment of its Uighur Muslim minority. China banned Senators Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz as well as administration officials from entering China in response to U.S. actions…
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Poland’s Nationalist President Narrowly Wins Re-Election
Read More President Andrzej Duda’s victory further empowers Poland’s ruling Law and Justice party which has worked to weaken the country’s independent judiciary and free press. (Image credit: Petr David Josek/AP) President Andrzej Duda’s victory further empowers Poland’s ruling Law and Justice party which has worked to weaken the country’s independent judiciary and free press.
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Tit for tat: China blacklists US Senators Rubio, Cruz & other officials in response to sanctions over Xinjiang
Read More Beijing has placed sanctions on several US officials, including hawkish Republican Party Senators Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz. China said the move was made in response to US sanctions over the treatment of Uyghurs by Beijing. Along with Rubio and Cruz, the blacklist includes Representative Chris Smith, US envoy for religious freedom Sam…
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Nelson Mandela's daughter Zindzi dies at 59
Read More The youngest daughter of South Africa’s first black president dies in Johannesburg. The youngest daughter of South Africa’s first black president dies in Johannesburg.
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Nelson Mandela’s daughter Zindzi dies at 59
Read MoreThe youngest daughter of South Africa’s first black president dies in Johannesburg.The youngest daughter of South Africa’s first black president dies in Johannesburg.
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Russia to push back deadline for $360 bln spending on national projects to 2030
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Boris Johnson is threatening to undo UK’s international standing
Read MoreHis decision to scrap the Department for International Development during a global pandemic is a major mistake.His decision to scrap the Department for International Development during a global pandemic is a major mistake.
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Young Women In Pakistan Now Lead The Fight Against Secret Abductions
Read More Thousands of people in Pakistan have disappeared over the years — suspected militants, bloggers and others. Young women are speaking out over the disappearances of their fathers and brothers. Thousands of people in Pakistan have disappeared over the years — suspected militants, bloggers and others. Young women are speaking out over the disappearances…
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Manchester City set to hear European ban appeal decision – live!
Read More Cas to issue verdict on club’s appeal against two-year ban Pep Guardiola admits to uncertainty as decision looms David Conn: a tangled tale about to reach its final verdict 9.27am BST The decision is expected to be published in the next few minutes. Stand by … 9.25am BST For those coming in cold…
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Nelson Mandela’s Daughter Zindzi Dies at 59
Read More (JOHANNESBURG) — Zindzi Mandela, the daughter of South African anti-apartheid leaders Nelson Mandela and Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, has died aged 59. State television South African Broadcasting Corporation has reported that Mandela died at a Johannesburg hospital early Monday morning. She had been South Africa’s ambassador to Denmark since 2015. The Mandelas’ daughter came to…
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Nelson Mandela’s Daughter Zindzi Dies at 59
Read More (JOHANNESBURG) — Zindzi Mandela, the daughter of South African anti-apartheid leaders Nelson Mandela and Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, has died aged 59. State television South African Broadcasting Corporation has reported that Mandela died at a Johannesburg hospital early Monday morning. She had been South Africa’s ambassador to Denmark since 2015. The Mandelas’ daughter came to…
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Markets strengthen amid economic recovery hopes – business live
Read More Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news Introduction: Asia-Pacific markets rally on recovery hopes Vaccine optimism pushes FTSE 100 higher Coronavirus – latest updates See all our coronavirus coverage 9.19am BST Mining stocks are also among the stock market risers, usually a sign that investors are more upbeat about growth prospects.…
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Lisa Marie Presley’s son Benjamin Keough dies at 27
Read MoreBenjamin Keough was the only grandson of the late Elvis Presley.Benjamin Keough was the only grandson of the late Elvis Presley.
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Actress Kelly Preston, John Travolta’s wife, dies aged 57
Read MoreThe actress and wife of John Travolta died after a “two-year battle with breast cancer”, he says.The actress and wife of John Travolta died after a “two-year battle with breast cancer”, he says.