World News: July 2019

Wednesday, 31 July 2019

Brexit: Did Dominic Raab warn of no-deal during referendum campaign?

Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said he talked about it "almost every time" he was interviewed.

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Why politicians are getting SCHOOLED and DESTROYED

Confrontational online language from US politics is invading the UK and Europe.

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CBD oil: Have the benefits been overstated?

It's suddenly in everything from coffee to lip balm but does it work?

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Ricky Wilson: 'I thought I was Kurt Cobain'

The Kaiser Chiefs star on how age destroys the illusions of youth, and why Boris Johnson hates him.

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How can universities get men to talk about mental health?

Birkbeck's campaign has seen a growing number of men access counselling. Could it be a blueprint for others?

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US-China trade war: 'We're all paying for this'

The US-China trade war is costing jobs and pushing up prices, say firms on both sides of the Pacific.

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At Debate, Democrats Challenge Biden Over Obama’s Deportation Record

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Yes, the Man Bag Is a Hot Accessory

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Why Lululemon Chief Calvin McDonald Wants to Be an Ironman

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US accuses Chinese billionaire of evading $1.8bn in tariffs

Liu Zhongtian is alleged to have been part of a complex scheme to smuggle aluminium into the US.

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North Korean soldier defects after crossing DMZ, says South

The man was spotted overnight crossing the heavily guarded border zone and is in military custody.

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Democratic debates: Joe Biden hits back at critics in Detroit

Frontrunner Joe Biden defends his record on race, criminal justice and deportations of migrants.

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Hamza Bin Laden: Son of Osama 'dead', US officials say

US media claim they were told by officials that Hamza Bin Laden is dead.

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Aspetar: The ultra modern, elite sports hospital that imports body parts

Many of the world's best athletes go to the same specialist hospital in Qatar. Aspetar is at the cutting edge of sports medicine.

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Zoe Ball loses 780,000 listeners from BBC Radio 2 breakfast show

The presenter took over from Chris Evans in January after he left to join Virgin Radio.

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The heartbreaking reason Melania Trump will visit Poland and Denmark with husband Donald

MELANIA TRUMP will be making a heartbreaking trip to Denmark and Poland at the end of August.

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Joe Biden humiliation: Frontrunner caught telling rival to ‘go easy’ on him in TV debate

DEMOCRAT Joe Biden was humiliated as he was caught telling presidential rival Kamala Harris to “go easy” on him ahead of tonight’s Democratic debate in Detroit.

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Michelle Obama reacts furiously to the double standards of parenting in shocking outburst

MICHELLE OBAMA launched a scathing attack on people who are critical of women in the workplace.

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Kelly Craft: Congress confirms UN ambassador pick

Congress approved President Donald Trump's nominee for UN ambassador by 56 votes to 34.

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Fears stoke backlash against Venezuelans in Peru

Why some Peruvians fear that the recent influx of Venezuelans migrants poses a risk to their jobs.

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VG Siddhartha: The man who brought coffee culture to India

The death of coffee chain owner VG Siddhartha has sent shockwaves through India's business community.

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US-China trade war: 'We're all paying for this'

The US-China trade war is costing jobs and pushing up prices, say firms on both sides of the Pacific.

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What are the US's intentions in Africa?

Can the US compete with China's huge investments in the continent?

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Tuesday, 30 July 2019

Rape support 'needs drastic improvement'

Poor access to counselling and support is one of the reasons most of those who report rape later withdraw their allegations, London's victims' commissioner says.

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Sudan suspends schools after student killings

The authorities suspend classes nationwide amid unrest over the killing of four student protesters.

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Home births at risk as midwife service collapses

One to One had contracts to provide care in the north-west of England and Essex.

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Backing sought for basking shark 'safe zone' in Scotland

The world's second largest fish gather in large numbers every year in Scotland's Sea of the Hebrides.

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Having more sleep before holiday 'stops arguments'

Getting ready for a holiday means people are often shattered by the time they leave home, says psychologist.

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Car cruisers reject 'boy racer' image

Car cruising has an image problem, but what happens at a car meet and why do people take part?

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Michelle Obama pays a touching tribute on her mother Marian’s birthday with husband Barack

MICHELLE OBAMA and husband Barack paid a touching tribute as her mother Marian Robinson turned 82 years old.

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Princess Diana shock: Why a police escort was forced to protect surprising item at wedding

PRINCESS Diana carried a huge bouquet measuring one metre on her wedding day to Prince Charles, then 32.

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MP demands treason act changes as stats say just one in 10 returning Jihadis face court

THE CHAIR of the Foreign Affairs Select Committee has called for Home Secretary Priti Patel to update Britain’s treason laws on BBC Newsnight.

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VG Siddhartha: Body found in search for Cafe Coffee Day tycoon

VG Siddhartha, founder and owner of popular Indian chain Cafe Coffee Day, had gone missing on Monday.

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UK weather forecast: Weather warning issued as country braced for BLISTERING downpours

BRITAIN’s poor weather will not ease on Wednesday, according to the latest Met Office forecast.

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Climate change: UK's 10 warmest years all occurred since 2002

The patterns of warm and cold years in Britain are a clear signal of climate change, say scientists.

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Democratic debate 2019: 'Trump name-calling Olympics' experts hit out at CNN's coverage

CNN was roundly criticised for its “over the top” coverage of the latest round of Democrat debates for who will lead the party in the next US election.

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Beto O’Rourke savaged over choice of guests for Democratic Debate 2019 - ‘Insult to US’

FORMER US Congressman Beto O’Rourke has been savaged for his choice of guests at tonight’s Democratic Debate.

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Beto O’Rourke creates Twitter meltdown for NOT speaking Spanish after last debate mocking

BETO O’ROURKE has been mocked on Twitter for appearing on the second round of the Democratic debate and not speaking any Spanish.

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Donald Trump lays into Democrats following bombshell Russia ‘hoax’ hack ahead of debate

DONALD TRUMP has savaged the Democrats after a groundbreaking revelation in the alleged ties between the US President and Russia ahead of tonight’s Democratic debate.

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Car industry investment plummets in UK

It comes at a time when the sector has been spending heavily on preparations for a no-deal Brexit

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Democratic debates: Ten candidates line up in second presidential TV debate

The party's most progressive candidates, Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, take centre stage.

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Does the US economy need a rate cut?

The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates for the first time since 2008 on Wednesday.

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South China Sea: Philippines diplomat accuses Beijing of ‘bullying’ in disputed sea

PHILIPPINES’ top defence official has accused China of “bullying” in the South China Sea as it continues to occupy islands with Manila’s Exclusive Economic Zone .

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Shipping firm demands return of 23 Stena Imepro crew as Iran tensions heat up

THE Iran-UK crisis has taken another turn as the owners of the seized Setna Impero have pleaded with the Islamic Republic for the release of the tanker.

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Ten Democrats line up in second presidential TV debate

The party's most progressive candidates, Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren, take centre stage.

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Nigel Farage brilliantly proves fatal flaw in Johnson’s Tory revival - ‘In for a surprise’

NIGEL FARAGE has revealed how new Prime Minister Boris Johnson will struggle just like his predecessor in a bold attack on the Tory party.

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Monday, 29 July 2019

The amateur lawyers helping people walk free

A community group in California is helping poor people get justice.

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Doctors' crowdfunded hospital brings hope in Syria

After a children's hospital in Aleppo was bombed, donations from around the world funded a new one.

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Boko Haram: A decade of terror explained

How the death of one man 10 years ago sparked an unending campaign of terror in Nigeria and beyond.

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'I've spent 22 years searching for silver in a ghost town'

Robert Louis Vesmarais is the sole inhabitant of Cerro Gordo, where he's been searching for silver.

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'My kids would wake up 40 times a night'

A new scheme has helped boost children's sleep by more than two hours a night, the NHS says.

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US election 2020: Do front-runners win their party's nomination?

Joe Biden is leading the polls challenge to President Trump, but will that be the same in November 2020?

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Is routine genetic profiling coming closer?

Genome sequencing projects around the world are revealing promising new health insights.

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Unnao rape: India murder probe over fatal crash

A woman who had accused a ruling party MP of rape was seriously injured and a key witness died.

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Senate fails to overturn Saudi arms sale veto

The Senate fell short of the two-thirds needed to overturn a presidential veto.

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Pakistan military plane crashes in residential area killing 15

The small plane crashed in a residential area near the city of Rawalpindi, engulfing houses in flames.

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Pakistan plane crash: At least 17 dead as military aircraft in horror Rawalpindi collision

A PAKISTAN plane crashed into a built-up area in the city of Rawalpindi, a city in the country's Punjab province, killing at least 17 people.

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Michelle Obama makes shock confession on life after White House - ‘Barack must be strong'

MICHELLE OBAMA has revealed what her life has now become following her husband’s tenure as President.

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Capital One hack: Panic as 100m Americans’ personal details stolen in huge security breach

MILLIONS of North American Capital One customers had their details stolen in a huge hack operation targeting Capital One systems.

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Brexit Party rise: Fearful Johnson warns EU to ‘get a deal’ done as Farage’s power grows

THE Brexit Party’s growing influence should be an “incentive” for the EU to provide the UK with a new deal, Boris Johnson has warned.

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Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson reveals surprising link to Prime Minister Boris - ‘He’s family!’

DWAYNE “The Rock” Johnson has revealed his close relationship to Prime Minister Boris Johnson on TV’s ‘Good Morning Britain’.

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Boko Haram: A decade of terror explained

How the death of one man 10 years ago sparked an unending campaign of terror in Nigeria and beyond.

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Who is ASAP Rocky and why is he on Trump's radar?

The president asked Sweden's PM to free the rapper, who is now due to go on trial in the country.

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Capital One data breach: Arrest after details of 100m US individuals stolen

The hacker gained access to individuals' date of birth, addresses and phone numbers.

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'I've spent 22 years searching for silver in a ghost town'

Robert Louis Vesmarais is the sole inhabitant of Cerro Gordo, where he's been searching for silver.

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US election 2020: Do front-runners win their party's nomination?

Joe Biden is leading the polls challenge to President Trump, but will that be the same in November 2020?

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