Sunday, 31 July 2022

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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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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The Red Cross says it still doesn’t have access to the prison camp where dozens of Ukrainians died.


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Euro 2022 highlights: England 2-1 Germany

Chloe Kelly's goal in extra time gives England a 2-1 victory over Germany in the final of European Women's Championship.

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McKinney Fire Becomes California’s Largest of 2022, Burning 51,000 Acres


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Saturday, 30 July 2022

Biden Tests Positive for Covid Again in ‘Rebound’ Case


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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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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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Russia cuts off gas flow to Latvia.


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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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New Mexico governor declares state of emergency for drinking water.


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Friday, 29 July 2022

‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ Closes on Broadway as Creators Spar With Rudin


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Commonwealth Games: Anahat Singh, 14, wins debut squash match

Watch 14-year-old Indian squash player Anahat Singh beat Jada Ross of St Vincent and the Grenadines in her first ever match at the Commonwealth Games.

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The One Thing You Can Control at Work Is You


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Love Letter: Would a Polygraph Test Save Your Marriage?


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Flash Floods Hit Las Vegas Casinos


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Coming This Season: Pep Guardiola 3.0


By BY RORY SMITH from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/7IKawfs

Pushing an Immigration Conspiracy Theory, While Courting Latinos


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Thursday, 28 July 2022

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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23 Easy Summer Recipes to Make You Feel Better About (Almost) Everything


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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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US economy shrinks again sparking recession fears

The US economy contracted at an annual rate of 0.9% in the three months to July.

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Like Bees of the Seas, These Crustaceans Pollinate Seaweed


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Wednesday, 27 July 2022

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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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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Viktor Orban, Hungary’s leader, is denounced for comments on race.


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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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US makes huge interest rate rise to tame soaring prices

The Federal Reserve is increasing interest rates for a fourth time as it tries to control inflation.

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Tuesday, 26 July 2022

Tiny Love Stories: Summer Loving


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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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SAS killings: Ministry of Defence proposes judge-led review

Documents disclosed in court hearings on Tuesday reveal deep concerns over previous investigations.

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As the Trade Deadline Nears, the Brewers Could Be in Trouble


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Transportation Dept. Opens Program to Make Public Transit Accessible


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A Maestro and His Musicians Face Scrutiny Over Ties to Russia


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Shopify is laying off 10 percent of its workers.


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Monday, 25 July 2022

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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Liz Truss v Rishi Sunak: Who's winning the social media war?

Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak are very different characters, with very different campaigning styles.

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Lizzo Earns Her Second No. 1 Song: ‘About Damn Time’


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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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Tory leadership: Do rivals' tax pledges add up?

The two contenders promise tax cuts but have given little detail about how to pay for them.

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Sunday, 24 July 2022

Oregon athletes find a creative way to make money: Housing rentals.


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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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‘We Survived Another Night’: In Ruined Suburb, Solace in a Small Community


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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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In a Memphis restaurant, no relief from the heat.


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Saturday, 23 July 2022

Ukrainian technology companies have earned billions. But the good times may not last.


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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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Latitude Festival: Frankie Boyle questions the existence of cancel culture

People who claim to be silenced never seem to go away, the comedian observes at the Latitude Festival.

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Why Trump Is Weakening


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Ukraine war: Missile strike puts grain deal in doubt

The deal hangs in the balance after missiles hit the port of Odesa in a widely condemned attack.

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Austrian Conductor Dies After Collapsing Onstage in Munich


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Utah University Admits ‘Shortcomings’ in Handling Domestic Abuse Case


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Friday, 22 July 2022

Dover travellers warned they face weekend delays

A French MP has blamed Brexit as travellers using the Port of Dover face six-hour queues.

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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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A Republican running for governor in Michigan is playing up the Jan. 6 charges against him.


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Colorado Man Pleads Guilty to Casting Missing Wife’s Ballot for Trump


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The Jan. 6 Panel After 8 Hearings: Where Will the Evidence Lead?


By BY ALAN FEUER AND MICHAEL S. SCHMIDT from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/qT0Ki9Q

Lit Trivia: Graphic Memoirs


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Wonking Out: What’s the Matter With Italy?


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Review: A New Opera Tells an Original Story With an Open Heart


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Thursday, 21 July 2022

Are there any alternatives to sunscreen?


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Drivers warned of delays around Dover as summer getaway begins

Roads around Dover are expected to be extremely busy as most schools in England and Wales break up.

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Watch Live: President Biden Tests Positive for the Coronavirus


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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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What next for Italy after fall of Draghi?

Italy is heading for new elections and months of political instability, after its government collapsed.

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Wednesday, 20 July 2022

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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Italian PM Mario Draghi fails in bid to revive government

Mario Draghi called for a new pact to save his unity coalition, but three parties refuse to back him.

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Bipartisan Senate Group Strikes Deal to Rewrite Electoral Count Act


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Migrant crisis: Border Force may have made it worse - report

Its approach was ineffective and possibly counter-productive, a government-commissioned report finds.

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Holding Out for a Hero? Ballet Theater Has It Covered.


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Tuesday, 19 July 2022

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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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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Inflation: A Revolution of Falling Expectations


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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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Teachers, police officers, nurses: What pay rise are they getting?

The government could be on a collision course with public sector workers over its pay awards.

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Monday, 18 July 2022

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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Who will replace Boris Johnson?

Four Tory MPs remain in the contest to become the next party leader and prime minister - but who are they?

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‘It just kept going and going and going’: A teacher described the sound of gunshots.


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Russia hits Google with fine for 'illegal content'

Russian regulator says the content included "fake" reports that discredited Russia's military.

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Where are the Parkland activists today?


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Sunday, 17 July 2022

Four Killed in New Mexico Helicopter Crash After Responding to Wildfire


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British rugby player found dead in Italy hotel

The former rugby league player is named in Italian media as the Briton found dead in Florence on Saturday.

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Biden’s goal in the Mideast: Countering China and Russia.


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Two people were killed on Friday in Colorado flash flooding.


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Cameron Smith Wins the 150th British Open at St. Andrews


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A slow, strategic marathon ends with a world championship record


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Ukrainian Plane Carrying Serbian Munitions Bound for Bangladesh Crashes in Greece


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Saturday, 16 July 2022

Camilla: New photo released to mark Duchess of Cornwall's 75th birthday

It was taken last month by photographer Chris Jackson at Raymill, the duchess's home in Wiltshire.

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What It Means to See America in Person


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Ukraine space plant hit and US wants more Saudi oil - round-up

Russian missiles kill three people in Dnipro, and Joe Biden wants Saudi Arabia to open the oil taps.

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The Open: Rory McIlroy and Viktor Hovland share lead at St Andrews after third round

Rory McIlroy and Viktor Hovland take a four-shot lead into the final round of the 150th Open Championship after a scintillating duel over the Old Course.

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As Biden Reaches Out to Mideast Dictators, His Eyes Are on China and Russia


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Disabled TfW rail passenger told to sit by train doors

Cameron Wood says he was left feeling travel sick and unsafe during two trips on trains in Wales.

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