Barcelona star Messi becomes free agent

Barcelona striker Lionel Messi becomes a free agent after his contract expired at midnight.

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Covid India: Women in rural Bihar hesitant to take vaccines

Experts say fear and misinformation is fuelling the problem in the northern state of Bihar.

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The moment Bill Cosby leaves prison

It follows the US comedian's sexual assault conviction being overturned by Pennsylvania's Supreme Court.

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China's ruling Communist Party celebrates 100 years

China is celebrating 100 years of the Communist Party with a huge event in Tiananmen Square.

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TikTok removes more than seven million suspected under-age accounts

The video-sharing app is popular with teenagers who are allowed to set up an account from the age of 13.

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The Easter Island pianist playing for her home's future

Mahani Teave returned to the world's most remote inhabited island to help preserve its culture.

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Gen Tsadkan Gebretensae: Ethiopia's Tigray rebel mastermind

A former army general is leading the war against the Ethiopian government.

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The EU’s vaccine passport and what it means for travel

The EU's vaccine passport - its Digital Covid Certificate - is being rolled out across all 27 nations.

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The Amazon sellers who sold up and became millionaires

Small e-commerce entrepreneurs have thrived in lockdown - now big money wants to buy them out.

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Immigration: Is US-Mexico border seeing a surge in migrants?

Donald Trump says migrants are crossing the border like the US "has never seen". We've checked the numbers.

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Nearly 200 unmarked graves found near Canada residential school

The Indigenous nation said it is too early to say if the remains belonged to former students of the school.

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China celebrates Communist Party's 100th anniversary

From "red films" and rap to a lavish gala, the country has seen a ramped-up propaganda drive.

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How to handle China at 100

There is much debate about how to deal with China's authoritarian politics, reports the BBC's John Sudworth.

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Mozambique attack: Timeline of terror

Some of those caught up in the attack on the northern city of Palma by Islamist militants share their stories.

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Serbian ex-spy chiefs jailed for Balkans war crimes

The ruling marks the first time Serbian officials are convicted of crimes in Bosnia.

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Trump Organization expected to be charged with tax crimes

The former president himself is not expected to be implicated personally in the New York case.

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Nxivm cult: Actress Allison Mack sentenced to three years in prison

Allison Mack had already admitted recruiting women and asked for forgiveness before sentencing.

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Miami building collapse: Four more bodies found in rubble

The death toll rises to 16 as rescuers combing the debris battle worsening weather conditions.

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Bill Cosby: The rise, fall and release of 'America's Dad'

Once a national treasure, the comedian was jailed for sexual assault but that conviction has now been overturned.

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Trudeau pays respects to Canada heatwave victims

Dozens have died as Canada sees a new record - 49.6C (121.3F) - for the third day in a row.

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Obituary: Donald Rumsfeld

Ruthless, resilient and divisive - he served as Secretary of Defense twice in a career spanning decades.

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Ex-US defence secretary Donald Rumsfeld dead at 88

Former US defence secretary Donald Rumsfeld, one of the main architects of the Iraq war, dies at 88

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Recovered Picasso painting slips on to the floor

The Picasso artwork Head of a Woman was being shown off during a news conference when this happened.

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Yemeni model facing unfair trial by rebel authorities - rights group

Intisar al-Hammadi, who denies the charge, was detained by the rebel Houthi movement in February.

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Krunal Pandya Shares Video From "Anywhere" Training Session

Krunal Pandya on Wednesday posted a video of him training 'anywhere' to stay in shape ahead of the Sri Lanka tour.

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ICC Test Rankings: Kane Williamson Overtakes Steve Smith To Take Top Spot

New Zealand skipper Kane Williamson reclaims the top spot in the ICC Test batsman ranking with 901 points, while Steven Smith is at second position with 891 points.

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ICC To Award Same Points For Each Match Won During Next WTC Cycle: Report

The International Cricket Council will award 12 points for every match won during the second World Test Championship cycle.

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Tucker Carlson: NSA denies spying on Fox News host

Carlson accused the US security agency of planning to force him off air, citing a whistle-blower.

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BCCI Recommends R Ashwin, Mithali Raj For Khel Ratna Award: Report

According to an ANI report, BCCI has decided to send in the names of R Ashwin and Mithali Raj for the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award while KL Rahul, Jasprit Bumrah and Shikhar Dhawan's name will be...

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Russia launches cargo ship to space station

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Yair Lapid, on UAE trip, opens first Israeli embassy in Gulf

Yair Lapid met with his Emirati counterpart, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, in the UAE capital Abu Dhabi, tweeting a picture of the two of them shaking hands shortly after the opening of the embassy.

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The Yankees' 70-year-old bat girl

Decades after she was told girls couldn't do the job, she got a chance to live her childhood dream.

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Kim Jong-un: North Korea in ‘great crisis’ after Covid lapses

Kim Jong-un berates top officials in a rare sign of the pandemic's severity in the country.

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Taiwan boy thrown 27 times during judo class taken off life support

The 7-year-old had suffered severe brain haemorrhaging after a judo class in April.

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Australia Covid: Seventh city locks down as cases spread

As Delta cases emerge in new areas, state leaders are calling for faster vaccinations.

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Convertible flying car takes to the sky

The prototype AirCar completes a 35-minute test flight in Slovakia.

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Hong Kong: How life has changed under the national security law

Seven city residents tell the BBC how the new law has fundamentally changed their lives.

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Lady Boss documentary film "recasts Jackie Collins as feminist icon

Filmmaker Laura Fairrie wants to celebrate Collins' books about female sexual desire and freedom.

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Pinjra Tod: Women's rights activists finally free in India

Natasha Narwal and Devangana Kalita spent a year in prison, accused of 'masterminding' Delhi riots.

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Afghanistan: US commander warns of possible civil war after withdrawal

The country could face "very hard times" after American troops withdraw, General Scott Miller says.

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Miami building collapse: Letter in April warned of worsening damage

Residents of an apartment block that collapsed last week were warned of worsening structural damage.

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Portugal's top art collector Joe Berardo arrested over fraud allegations

Millionaire Joe Berardo is accused of accumulating nearly €1bn in debts to three banks.

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Ethiopia Tigray conflict: Rebels build on capture of capital

Tigrayan fighters continue their advance after wresting the regional capital from government forces.

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5,000-year-old man was 'oldest plague victim'

Scientists piece together clues from "patient zero", who likely caught the plague from a rodent.

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Portugal exempts under-18s from quarantine

But they must be travelling with a fully vaccinated parent or guardian, say tourism authorities.

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New Israeli foreign minister lands in UAE on 1st state visit

According to the Israeli foreign ministry, Yair Lapid is set to inaugurate Israel's Embassy in the capital of Abu Dhabi, meeting with senior Emirati officials - including Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan and attending a trade expo where Israeli companies are exhibiting technology.

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Russian police search homes of investigative journalists

Proyekt (The Project), one of Russia's last remaining independent media outlets specialising in in-depth investigations, said that police were raiding the homes of its chief editor Roman Badanin and journalist Maria Zholobova.

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Former South Korean mayor jailed for sexual harassment

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On This Day In 2007: Tendulkar Crossed 15,000 ODI Runs Mark

On this day 14 years ago, Sachin Tendulkar became the first batsman in the history of cricket to register 15,000 ODI runs.

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Hong Kong bans all incoming flights from UK over Covid concerns

The city is worried about the more infectious Delta strain and ranks Britain as a 'high risk' country.

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Covid: Masks upgrade cuts infection risk, research finds

Wearing a high grade FFP3 mask can almost entirely protect health workers from Covid, research finds.

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US 'white supremacist' shoots two black bystanders

The gunman had drawn swastikas and described white people as "apex predators", say investigators.

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377: The British colonial law that left an anti-LGBTQ legacy in Asia

Created by the British, the 377 law has left a damaging legacy in former colonies, say activists.

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British Jews' fear and defiance amid record monthly anti-Semitism reports

Some 460 anti-Semitic incidents were reported to the Community Security Trust from 8 May to 7 June.

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Why small investors are piling into share-trading apps

A boom in cheaper trading is tempting some inexperienced investors to take big risks, warn experts.

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A Pride symbol vandalised in Canada's 'prettiest little town'

A rainbow pedestrian crossing in Paris, Ontario was vandalised, and the town rallied to fix it.

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Mexico marijuana: Top court decriminalises recreational use of cannabis

Adults will be able to cultivate and consume the drug, but smoking in public remains banned.

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Israeli minister's landmark visit to UAE signals deepening ties

Yair Lapid is the first Israeli minister to visit the Gulf state since they normalised relations.

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Picasso painting found in Athens years after gallery heist

Greek police say they have recovered two valuable pieces of art stolen more than nine years ago.

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Covid vaccine gap: How South Africa hopes to bridge the divide

Amid a slow rollout, the government is pushing the West to make jabs more accessible.

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Inside India's deadly mucormycosis fungus epidemic

BBC correspondent Yogita Limaye visits a ward battling India's mucormycosis epidemic in the wake of Covid.

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The precarious life of a Gaza fisherman

Fishermen in Gaza eke out a precarious living amid restrictions over where they can cast their nets.

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Australian farmer spreads joy with colourful rescue lambs

Australian farmer Tracey Kruger spreads joy with pictures of her rescue lambs in colourful outfits.

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UN human rights chief calls for reparations over racism

A report urges countries to "make amends" for racism against Africans and those of African descent.

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US judge throws out Facebook anti-trust lawsuits

The judge said lawsuits filed by the FTC and a group of states were vague or occurred too long ago.

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Bruno Candé: White man jailed for Portugal murder of black actor

Evaristo Marinho is sentenced to more than 22 years jail for the murder of Bruno Candé.

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US Supreme Court declines transgender bathroom appeal in win for student

The order in favour of Gavin Grimm is seen as a significant win for LGBT student rights.

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Kuwait arrests man who posted TikTok weather rant

The man is heard complaining about a dust storm and swearing in the online clip.

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Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma Feel "Mighty Victorious". Here's Why

Anushka Sharma shared a picture with Virat Kohli, where they can be seen having breakfast.

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BET Awards: Black women in music, film and sports celebrated

Queen Latifah won a lifetime achievement award at the BET (Black Entertainment Television) ceremony in LA.

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Poland hopes Israel will change view on WW II claims law

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Sri Lanka Cricket Suspends Three Players For Bio-Bubble Breach In England

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) suspended three players, Kusal Mendis, Niroshan Dickwella, and Danushka Gunathilaka for breaching the bio-bubble in England and were ordered to return to their country...

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Euro 2020: Saint Petersburg Quarter-Final To Go Ahead Despite Covid Surge

The Euro 2020 quarter-final scheduled to take place in Saint Petersburg on Friday will go ahead as planned, Russia's tournament organisers said.

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T20 World Cup To Be Shifted From India To UAE: BCCI Chief Sourav Ganguly

The T20 World Cup scheduled to be held in India is being shifted to the UAE owing to the health safety concerns posed by COVID-19.

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World's second-largest hydropower dam goes online in China

The 289-metre (948 feet) high Baihetan Hydropower Station in southwest China, second in the world only to the country's Three Gorges Dam in terms of power generation, began partial operation Monday morning, state media reported.

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Swedish PM resigns after losing no confidence vote

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Michael Holding's Stinging Response To Why He Doesn't Commentate In IPL

Former West Indies fast bowling legend Michael Holding says that he doesn't consider T20 to be cricket and that's the reason he doesn't commentate in the Indian Premier League.

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Canada weather: Heatwave hits record 46.6C as US north-west also frazzles

Lytton in British Columbia breaks an 84-year-old record, as the US Pacific north-west also sizzles.

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Hong Kong pro-democracy media buckles under China pressure

A journalist's arrest and changes at a pro-democracy website show 'chilling' impact on media freedom.

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Cardi B reveals pregnancy at BET Awards

The star announced she was expecting her second child as she picked up two awards for rap anthem WAP.

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China turns on world's second-biggest hydropower dam

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1 dead, 13 wounded in two shootings in Chicago

A woman died, and four men and a teenager were wounded when an SUV drove by and shots were fired in the South Shore area just before 9pm, news outlets reported. The group of six was standing outside when the gunfire erupted.

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US airstrikes in Iraq and Syria target Iran-backed militia

Strikes against an Iran-backed militia came in response to drone attacks on US forces, the US says.

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'Black rainstorm' warning suspends Hong Kong trading

It is the city's first 'black rainstorm' warning of 2021 with more than 70mm of rain forecast.

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Outbreaks emerge across Australia in 'new phase' of pandemic

For the first time in a year, Australia is battling outbreaks in different parts of the country.

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Wuhan lab-leak theory fuels Trump comeback rally

Supporters say the former president was "dead on", as the theory about the origins of Covid gains respectability.

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Papua's sacred forest for women only

For generations women have gathered clams and shared stories in a forest that is now threatened by pollution.

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Climate change: Why action still ignites debate in Australia

Climate change has ended political careers in Australia and action over it remains widely debated.

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Jack Dorsey: Unpicking Twitter boss's passion for Nigeria

The social media platform is banned but Jack Dorsey remains a hugely popular figure in the country.

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Palestinian protests: Crowds clash with police after death of activist

Protests took place in Ramallah after the death of an activist and critic of the Palestinian Authority.

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France elections: Far-right National Rally loses key battleground states - poll

Marine Le Pen's National Rally had hoped to win a regional powerbase ahead of next year's election.

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Shafali Verma Becomes Youngest Indian Cricketer To Play All 3 Formats

Shafali Verma made her ODI debut against England Women, becoming the youngest Indian cricketer to represent the nation in all three formats.

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Classified UK defence ministry documents found at bus stop: Report

One set of documents reportedly discusses the likely Russian reaction to HMS Defender's passage through Ukrainian waters off the Crimea coast on Wednesday and another lays out plans for a possible UK military presence in Afghanistan after the US-led NATO operation there ends this year. A member of the public found the 50-odd pages of documents and contacted the BBC when he realised the sensitive nature of the contents.

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Imran calling bin Laden 'martyr' was 'slip of tongue': Pak minister

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Russia registers 20,538 Covid cases in last 24 hours

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Germany expects faster Moderna Covid vaccine deliveries

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Johnson & Johnson to pay $230m to settle opioid claim

Drugs firm to pay to settle claims it fuelled opioid painkiller addiction crisis in New York State.

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Not Taking Bhuvneshwar, Shardul For WTC Final Was Huge Mistake: Sarandeep

WTC Final: Bhuvneshwar Kumar and Shardul Thakur were not part of India's World Test Championship final squad, who lost to New Zealand at The Ageas Bowl in Southampton.

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Fire sets at least 16 boats ablaze in Hong Kong

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Thailand to reimpose coronavirus curbs to contain outbreak

After a year of relative success in keeping infection rates low, Thailand's latest wave kicked off in April when a cluster was found in upscale Bangkok clubs typically frequented by the elite.

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Sri Lanka Cricket Fans Launch Social Media Campaign Against Players

Disgruntled Sri Lanka cricket fans launched a campaign to shun their team on social media after they slumped to a dismal T20I series drubbing in England.

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Key workers in Ibiza dance experiment

Key workers were able to dance in Ibiza's nightclubs this weekend, to test if they can reopen safely.

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US in first meeting with Israel's new FM amid Iran moves

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Watch: Team India's "Current Hot Favorite" Dish Being Prepared

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) gave a sneak peek of how Team India's current favorite dish is prepared.

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Florida building collapse: Fifth body found in survivor hunt

It comes after a 2018 report highlighting a "major error" in the building's design was made public.

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More churches burn down on Canada indigenous land

In total four Catholic churches have burned down in western Canada over the past week.

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A billion new trees might not turn Ukraine green

The country's ambitious target to improve the environment could actually harm biodiversity.

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Pride month: Five stories from around the world

From Canada to Uganda, people are celebrating Pride, both as a protest for LGBT rights and as a party.

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Khurshedben Naoroji: The singer who preached nonviolence to bandits

Khurshedben Naoroji gave up her singing career to preach nonviolence to bandits in India.

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Jack Savoretti takes us on a guided tour of his new musical genre, Europiana

The star says he's created a new style of music on his seventh album. Find out what that means...

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China's changes through one man's lens

Yan Zhigang has spent four decades photographing the streets, and the people, of China.

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Colombia offers reward after presidential helicopter shooting

President Iván Duque's helicopter was shot at as he flew near the Venezuelan border on Friday.

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Germany knife attack: Three killed were all women

The suspect has been charged with three counts of murder and five counts of grievous bodily harm.

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Turkey LGBT: Police use force to break up Gay Pride rally in Istanbul

Police in riot gear used tear gas to disperse people at a banned Pride march in Istanbul.

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Tiger Shroff Reacts To Shreyas Iyer's "Sister vs Brother" Instagram Video

Actor Tiger Shroff reacted to a fun video posted by India cricketer Shreyas Iyer on Instagram, which also features his sister Shresta Iyer.

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Pakistan min says Zardari family's dictatorship in force in Sindh

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Pak seeks ‘civilised' and ‘even-handed' relationship with US: Imran

In the interview that comes as US President Joe Biden had his first face-to-face meeting with his Afghan counterpart Ashraf Ghan at the White House on Friday, Khan recalled that Pakistan has had a closer relationship with the US than other nations in the region, such as India, and was a US partner in the war against terrorism, Dawn newspaper reported.

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'Alarming' virus surge prompts new Bangladesh lockdown

All government and private offices will be shut for a week and only medical-related transport will be allowed, the government said late Friday.

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Prince Harry back in UK for Diana's statue unveiling

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Russia reports 21,665 new Covid-19 cases, 619 deaths

Russia reported 21,665 new Covid-19 cases on Saturday, including 8,457 in Moscow, taking the official national tally since the pandemic began to 5,430,753.

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Covid: Australia extends Sydney lockdown as Delta outbreak grows

Australia's biggest city and surrounding areas enter a two-week lockdown following a jump in cases.

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Eyes On Shafali Verma As India Women Take On England Women In ODI Series

After the one-off Test, India women will take on England women in a three-match ODI series beginning June 27 at Bristol.

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BJ Watling To "Take Care" Of Test Mace For Next 2 Weeks: Neil Wagner

The victorious New Zealand team reached home on Saturday and now the entire contingent will undergo 14 days of mandatory isolation.

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India is 'incredibly important' partner to United States: White House

"India is an incredibly important partner to the United States in the region and globally. We work with India on a range of issues, as you well know - economic, strategic, security," White House press secretary Jen Psaki told reporters at her daily news conference.

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In Pics: David Warner Spends Some Quality Time With Wife Candice

David Warner shared pictures of him and his wife Candice spending some quality time by the sea.

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Miami building collapse: Demands for answers grow

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis says families "have a right to know" how the building collapsed.

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Kamala Harris visits US border amid migrant crisis

The US vice-president appeals for an end to "finger-pointing" amid a bipartisan backlash.

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Afghanistan: Biden says Afghans must decide their own future

President Joe Biden pledges continued US support for Afghanistan despite the troop withdrawal.

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Colombia President Iván Duque's helicopter hit by gunfire

Iván Duque says his aircraft was shot while he was flying near the border with Venezuela.

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Duminda Silva: Anger as Sri Lanka frees politician sentenced for murder

The UN condemns the decision to pardon Duminda Silva, convicted for the murder of a rival politician.

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Ros Atkins On…Why the Olympics is going ahead

Ros Atkins examines the decision to hold the Tokyo Olympics during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Russia's Euro 2020 Covid dilemma

Russia is hosting Euro 2020 matches but the alarm is being sounded about a new wave of coronavirus.

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George Floyd murder: Derek Chauvin sentenced to over 22 years

Derek Chauvin was convicted last month of killing Mr Floyd, whose death sparked global protests.

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UFO report: US 'has no explanation' for sightings

A Pentagon report says it can only explain one of 144 sightings made by the US military since 2004.

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Czech Republic: Tornado fells trees then smashes eyewitness's window

Video shows the tornado tearing through part of the Czech Republic and the devastation left behind.

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Germany passes new citizenship law for descendants of Nazi victims

The move closes loopholes that denied citizenship to some whose ancestors had fled persecution.

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UFO Pentagon report: Do Americans believe something's out there?

A highly anticipated US government report on UFOs is due to be released before the end of June.

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Watch: "Newbies" Of Team India Speak About Their Maiden Call Up

On Friday, BCCI posted a video of Indian squad, which has a lot of players who will don India colours for the first time, hitting the gym ahead of the Sri Lanka tour.

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ICC CEO Lauds NZ's "Skill And Temperament" In WTC Final Win Against India

WTC Final: ICC Acting CEO Geoff Allardice praised the New Zealand team for displaying the skill and temperament required to be the best Test team in the world.

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Loopholes in small savings accounts left deliberately for terror financing

Pakistan has deliberately left loopholes in small savings accounts to help financing terrorist groups, many of whom enjoy the patronage of the state to dodge the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) scrutiny. The FATF has been asking Pakistan to comply with international standards and rules of anti-money laundering and anti-terrorist financing laws and regulations.

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Israel resumes indoor mask requirement amid virus spike

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'Belarus moves jailed opposition blogger Protasevich to house arrest'

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WTC Win One Of The Greatest Moments In All NZ Players Careers: Williamson

WTC Final: New Zealand captain Kane Williamson reflected back on the tremendous win against India in the World Test Championship at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton.

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Roman Protasevich: Belarus jet drama dissident moved to house arrest

Opposition journalist Roman Protasevich was seized from a Ryanair plane with his girlfriend.

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Multan Sultans Beat Peshawar Zalmi To Win Maiden PSL Title

PSL 6: Multan Sultans defeated Peshawar Zalmi by 47 runs to win the Pakistan Super League for the first time.

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Miami building collapse: Rescuers listen for signs of life in rubble

Rescuers search for survivors with 99 unaccounted for after the collapse of the 12-storey complex.

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Covid: Sydney city centre and beach suburbs to enter lockdown

Central areas of Australia's largest city will go into a week-long lockdown to contain a rise in cases.

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Gibraltar votes to ease tough abortion laws

Referendum results show support for lifting the rules, which are some of the harshest in Europe.

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India's opinionated feminist and her viral wedding ad

The BBC speaks to those behind an Indian matrimonial ad seeking a "non-farting, non-burping, rich man".

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Biden backs bumper economic stimulus bill - with big caveat

The president says he will only sign it if Democrats can pass a separate, far bigger budget bill.

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Child labour in Uganda: The hidden costs of Covid

When all Uganda's schools closed due to the pandemic, nine-year-old Teddy joined her mother mining for gold.

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Canadian report slams 'reckless' Iran for downing of flight PS752

Canada found no evidence the tragedy was premeditated but called out Iran's "recklessness".

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BBC appeals to UN over Iran's harassment of Persian service staff

Iran has previously denied intimidating staff at the Persian service, an outlet it has banned.

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Nicaragua's fragile leader and his ruthless crackdown on rivals

Critics say the arrests of presidential hopefuls in Nicaragua reflect President Ortega's insecurity.

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Why New York Pride parade has barred uniformed police officers

Pride organisers have barred uniformed police officers from participating until 2025.

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Africa's week in pictures: 18-24 June 2021

A selection of the week's best photos of Africans from across the continent and elsewhere.

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Tour champion Tadej Pogacar supporting cycling's next generation

Tadej Pogacar was the youngest winner of the Tour de France since 1904 when he won last year's race aged 21.

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Czech Republic: Powerful tornado sweeps through villages

As many as 150 people are reportedly injured, with the worst-hit areas looking like a war zone.

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New type of ancient human discovered in Israel

Researchers working in Israel have identified a previously unknown type of ancient human.

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Sea lion opens gate to crash fisherman's interview about a 'plague of sea lions'

A sea lion was caught on camera crashing an interview with a fisherman about a "plague of sea lions".

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Canada: Hundreds of unmarked graves found at indigenous school

It is the most significant such discovery to date, a First Nation group in Saskatchewan says.

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Delta variant now reported in 85 countries globally: WHO

The Delta variant, the significantly more transmissible strain of Covid-19, is expected to become a “dominant lineage” if current trends continue, the WHO has warned after it was reported in 85 countries and continues to be detected in more places around the world.

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All set for in-person extradition hearing of Tahawwur Rana in LA

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Watch: Inside New Zealand's Dressing Room Celebrations After WTC Win

WTC Final: New Zealand defeated India by eight wickets in the summit clash to win the inaugural World Test Championship title on Wednesday.

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Benigno Aquino III: The quiet son of Philippine democracy icons

The former Philippine president known as "Noynoy" and scion of the Aquino family has died aged 61.

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Apple Daily: Hong Kong bids emotional farewell to pro-democracy paper

Pro-democracy paper Apple Daily published its final edition amid moving support from locals.

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Athens priest arrested for acid attack on bishops

The suspect was allegedly caught with cocaine and threw acid during his disciplinary hearing.

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James Bond's French haunts give licence to thrill

Agent 007's famous hangouts in France still exist - so what are they like now?

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Covid third wave: Can India prevent it?

Experts say a third wave is inevitable but its impact can be limited with timely decisions.

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River Nile dam: Egypt new African allies

Recent years have seen a dramatic re-engagement with Africa, especially the Nile Basin countries.

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US crime: Is America seeing a surge in violence?

As President Biden launches a renewed effort to tackle violent crime, we've looked at trends in the US.

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Nigeria child abduction: Kidnappers demand millions for a child's life

Kidnappers have seized more than 1,000 students and staff in raids on schools in northern Nigeria since December.

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Why has the Hoover Dam hit an historically low water level?

The largest US reservoir fell to its lowest level in history, threatening water and power supplies.

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Brazil's environment minister quits amid illegal logging investigation

Environment minister Ricardo Salles denies taking part in a timber-trafficking scheme in the Amazon.

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Gold rush fuels armed violence in Brazilian Amazon

Illegal miners are accused of targeting indigenous communities, as violence in the rainforest rises.

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Ros Atkins looks at the closure of Hong Kong's pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily

Ros Atkins looks at the events that led to the closure of Hong Kong's pro-democracy newspaper Apple Daily.

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Britney Spears speaks out against conservatorship at hearing

"I just want my life back," the US pop star says in a rare public testimony.

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Biden unveils strategy to combat US crime wave

Mr Biden's plan comes as gun sales and homicides have spiked around the country this year.

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Russian jets and ships shadow British warship

BBC defence correspondent Jonathan Beale reports from the deck of HMS Defender in the Black Sea as it was harassed by Russia's military.

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Euro 2020: Fans make pro-LGBT protest at Germany-Hungary football game

Rainbow flags were flown at the match, after Uefa banned the arena from lighting up in the colours.

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HMS Defender: What will be the fallout from Black Sea incident?

BBC's Frank Gardner looks at what impact the Russia-UK confrontation off Crimea might have for global security.

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US tycoon McAfee found dead in Spanish prison

The anti-virus creator is found dead in a Spanish prison cell after a court allows his extradition on tax evasion charges.

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Italian PM rebuffs Vatican protest over proposed homophobia law

Mario Draghi has rebuffed the Vatican after it issued a protest over a bill on gay and other rights.

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WTC Final, Day 6 Live: India Aim To Edge Past New Zealand On Reserve Day

Ind vs NZ WTC Final live Score 2021, Day 6, India vs New Zealand: India are 32 runs ahead of New Zealand in the third innings, with the match entering the Reserve Day.

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"Amazing Spin": Broad Reacts As ICC Revisits India's 2013 CT Triumph

Stuart Broad expressed his views on the Edgbaston pitch that offered "amazing spin" during the 2013 Champions Trophy final between India and England.

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The Nigerian priest saving Igbo deities from the bonfires

Reverend Paul Obayi preserves artefacts burnt by preachers who see them as symbols of idolatry.

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Hong Kong's embattled Apple Daily to close by Saturday

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Australians’ trust in China hits new low as ties worsen: Survey

Only 16% of respondents said they trust China to act responsibly in the world, down from 52% in 2018, the annual Lowy Institute Poll showed. Just 10% said they have confidence in China’s President Xi Jinping to “do the right thing regarding world affairs,” from 22% last year.

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Iran likely had failed rocket launch, preparing for another

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MS Dhoni Enjoys Vacation In The Hills With Daughter Ziva. See Pics

MS Dhoni's daughter Ziva seems to be having the time of her life during the vacation with her parents.

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Apple Daily: Hong Kong pro-democracy paper announces closure

It comes days after the publication's offices were raided and company-linked assets frozen.

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US experts to review heart problems among teens post vaccine

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Britney Spears: Singer's conservatorship case explained

The ongoing arrangement has sparked a public backlash from fans who support the #FreeBritney movement.

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Covid: Sydney faces new restrictions as cluster grows

Australia's largest city sees its worst outbreak this year as a cluster infected with the Delta strain grows.

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Wall Street giant Morgan Stanley to bar unvaccinated staff

Last week, Morgan Stanley's chief executive told workers 'if you can eat out, you can go to the office'.

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Hong Kong's first trial under national security law starts without jury

Tong Ying-kit could be convicted to life in prison in the controversial trial without jury

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'Heartbreaking' conditions in US migrant child camp

An investigation by the BBC has uncovered alarming conditions at a child migrant camp in Texas.

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US government blocks Iran-affiliated news websites

The US Department of Justice says a total of 36 websites were seized on Tuesday.

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‘Heartless’ Queensland bars US couple from seeing dying father

A US couple make a desperate plea after being denied quarantine exemption in Queensland.

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Education interrupted: Kashmir students climb mountain to cross digital divide

Students in a remote village in the Himalayas struggle to access the internet in order to take classes.

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Elephants' 500km-trek across China baffles scientists

Scientists are surprised by how far they've gone and say they're displaying other unusual behaviours.

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'The risk you run': Colombia's women protesters on sexual violence

Women taking part in Colombia's anti-government protests speak out about the harassment they face.

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Hungary's anti-gay law threatens programming of TV favourites

International condemnation grows towards a Hungarian law banning depiction of homosexuality to under-18s.

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Senate Republicans block Democrats' election bill

The legislation - which sought to make it easier for Americans to vote by post - fails in the Senate.

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Millions become millionaires in Covid pandemic

Soaring stock markets and property prices help boost the wealth of the wealthy, research suggests.

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Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: Heavy fighting reported

Rebel forces claim to have seized several towns, which the army has dismissed as "fake news".

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Canada: Fire destroys two Catholic churches on indigenous land

Police are treating the two blazes in the western province of British Columbia as suspicious.

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'World's happiest country' seeks migrants

Repeatedly dubbed the happiest nation on the planet with world-beating living standards, Finland should be deluged by people wanting to relocate, but in fact it faces an acute workforce shortage.

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Kim’s sister: US has ‘wrong’ views on talks with North Korea

Kim Yo Jong, a member of the country’s ruling family who has become one of the most prominent faces in its pressure campaign against the US and South Korea, said she was referring to comments made by a US national security adviser who saw “an “interesting signal,” from a major ruling party meeting last week.

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Australia struggles to quash persistent virus outbreaks

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Pakistan to receive 13 million doses of Pfizer vaccine

The country faced initial vaccination hesitancy and a shortage of vaccine supply but it started a mass vaccination campaign late last month that is now open to all adults. It has relied heavily on ally China for vaccine supplies.

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Series Win Against Windes Result Of Work Done Behind The Scenes: Boucher

South Africa head coach Mark Boucher praised his side for winning the Test series against West Indies and said that the win is the result of work done behind the scenes.

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Covid vaccine: Why are Australians cancelling AstraZeneca jabs?

Doctors fear rising concern fuelled by the government's change in advice may slow down vaccinations.

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Cambodia charges environment activists with insulting the king

Accused of insulting the king, the environment activists face up to 10 years in prison.

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China tells banks to stop supporting cryptocurrency

The latest crackdown on cryptocurrency comes days after China stopped Bitcoin mining in Sichuan province.

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New York mayoral election: What voters want from a new mayor

Learn what's at stake as voters head to the polls to choose a new leader for New York City.

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Great Barrier Reef should be listed as 'in danger', Unesco says

The Australian government says it is "stunned" by the UN body's recommendation and will oppose it.

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NFL: Carl Nassib becomes first active player to come out as gay

Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib becomes the first active NFL player to come out as gay.

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A fake wedding, and a $250,000 scam - 'I was such an idiot'

How a British man's dreams of a future with his Ukrainian fiancee ended in financial disaster.

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Tokyo 2020: Does Japan have Covid under control?

With the Olympics starting in July, what is happening with coronavirus in Japan?

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India economy: Seven years of Modi in seven charts

Covid battered an already sluggish economy, weakened by poor growth, job losses and stagnant exports.

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Eva Schloss: 'Why I took Austrian citizenship aged 92'

Eva Schloss has accepted Austrian citizenship, more than 80 years after she fled the country. Why?

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How farmers and scientists strive for more flavour

By manipulating genes scientists say they can create better-tasting produce, but is it necessary?

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Covid sweeps India's Buddhist monasteries

Monasteries in India's Himalayan state of Sikkim have been especially vulnerable to the virus.

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Nicaragua political arrests lead Argentina and Mexico to recall envoys

Argentina and Mexico recall ambassadors for talks after a fifth presidential hopeful is detained.

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Covid: Vaccines running out in poorer nations, WHO says

There are chronic shortages in some nations where Covid infections are surging, a key official says.

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China fails to meet promises on missing Xinjiang children

China made a public pledge to help find Kalbinur Tursan's children but she may never see them again.

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US Supreme Court sides with college athletes against NCAA

The country's top court examined whether caps on benefits to student athletes violated federal law.

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India Covid vaccination: New policy to speed up delivery

PM Modi praises its strong start but will the new vaccine rollout plan will have a long term impact?

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Danger and demons: Yemen's mysterious 'Well of Hell'

Closer to the border with Oman than to the capital Sanaa 1,300 kilometres (800 miles) away, the giant hole in the desert of Al-Mahra province is 30 metres wide and thought to be anywhere between 100 and 250 metres deep.

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Tokyo 2020: Up to 10,000 Japanese fans will be permitted at Olympic venues

Up to 10,000 Japanese fans - or 50% capacity - will be permitted at venues at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, despite warnings from health bosses.

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Taiwan welcomes US vaccine aid, bolstering its Covid fight

Washington, competing with Beijing to deepen geopolitical clout through "vaccine diplomacy," initially had promised to donate 750,000 doses but increased that number as President Joe Biden's administration advances its pledge to send 80 million US-made shots around the world.

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WTC Final, Day 4 Live: Rain Threat Looms Large With NZ Marginally Ahead

Ind vs NZ WTC Final live Score 2021: New Zealand will look to extend their advantage in Southampton but rain is expected play spoilsport on Day 4.

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"Doesn't Look Great": Dinesk Karthik's Weather Update From Southampton

Continuing his trend of giving weather updates from The Ageas Bowl in Southampton, cricketer and commentator Dinesh Karthik said the situation didn't look great on Monday morning.

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IND vs NZ, Day 4, Southampton Weather: Forecast Makes For Grim Reading

WTC Final, IND vs NZ: A look at the weather forecast for Southampton on Monday makes for grim reading.

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West Indies vs South Africa: der Dussen, Rabada Put Visitors In Command

After a fighting 70 run stand between Rassie van der Dussen and Kagiso Rabada, South Africa are in the command of the second Test match against West Indies.

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Ethiopia elections 2021: Abiy Ahmed faces first vote amid conflict

Abiy Ahmed is hoping to secure a popular mandate, but polls are not being held in war-torn Tigray.

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Laurel Hubbard: First transgender athlete to compete at Olympics

NZ weightlifter Laurel Hubbard is headed for Tokyo but critics say she has an unfair advantage.

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International Day of Yoga: Muted celebrations due to Covid-19

Ministers urge people to follow yoga but ask them to avoid big gatherings to mark the day.

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Apple Daily: HK pro-democracy paper could 'shut within days', says adviser

It comes after 500 officers raided the paper and froze HK$18m worth of assets linked to the company.

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Barnaby Joyce named Australia deputy PM after leadership contest

The return of Barnaby Joyce as deputy prime minister could impact Australia's climate change policies.

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Armenia election: PM Nikol Pashinyan claims victory

The snap election was called in the wake of the country's defeat in a conflict with Azerbaijan.

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France regional election: Macron and Le Pen fail to make ground - exit poll

Early results indicate both parties have failed to make ground in France's regional elections.

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Usain Bolt welcomes newborn twin sons Thunder and Saint Leo

The Olympic champion and his girlfriend Kasi Bennett announced the births on Instagram.

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North Korea's attempted $1bn bank hack

In 2016 North Korean hackers planned a $1bn raid on Bangladesh's national bank and came within an inch of success. But how did they do it?

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Joe Biden: My surprise claim to be the US president's English cousin

Paul Harris has records that show a link to the president via recently discovered English ancestors.

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French court dog helps soothe anxious victims of crime

How one Labrador has helped the victims of violent crime in southern France.

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Birtukan Mideksa: Ethiopia's electoral board chairperson

Birtukan Mideksa, a former opposition leader who went into exile in the US, says "shortfalls are inevitable".

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South Korea: Swapping Seoul megacity isolation for village life

Some South Korean families are abandoning Seoul and swapping megacity isolation for rural village life.

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US Navy uses 40,000lb explosive to test warship in 'Full Ship Shock Trial'

The US Navy conducted a 'Full Ship Shock Trial' against its aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford.

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South Africa announces gems found are not diamonds

Thousands of people rushed to KwaHlathi village after a man found what turns out to be quartz.

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One dead after driver crashes into Florida Pride parade

As yet the motive of the driver - who hit two people at the Fort Lauderdale event - is unknown.

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'Dawn of new era': Iran's conservative press hails Raisi win

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Russian ambassador returns 'optimistic' to Washington

The plane transporting ambassador Anatoly Antonov, who was recalled in March for consultations, took off at 9:20 a.m. (0620 GMT) from Moscow's Sheremetyevo airport for New York, where he will travel on to Washington, Russian news agencies reported.

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Bennett calls election of new Iranian prez a 'final wake-up call'

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WTC Final Live: Team India Aim To Build On Momentum From Day 2

IND vs NZ WTC Final Live Score 2021, India vs New Zealand: Virat Kohli will be aiming to add more runs to the scoreboard for India, and build on their momentum on Day 3, at The Ageas Bowl in...

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WTC Final: Dinesh Karthik Gives Weather Update Ahead Of Day 3

WTC Final: Dinesh Karthik took to Twitter to give fans an update on the weather in Southampton, three and a half hours before the start of play on Day 3.

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I Will Quit Cricket If I Lose Urge To Learn New Things, Says R Ashwin

WTC Final: Ravichandran Ashwin has captured 409 Test wickets so far, said that he doesn't enjoy controversy but if poked he doesn't hesitate to give it back on the field with his performance.

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Netanyahu to leave prime minister's residence by July 10

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Watch: Samson Gives A Sneak Peek Into "Quarantine Life" Ahead Of SL Tour

The BCCI tweeted a video of Sanju Samson's "quarantine life" ahead of the limited-overs tour of Sri Lanka.

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India Women Will Be Confident In Pink-Ball Test vs Australia: Mithali Raj

AUS Women vs IND Women: Mithali Raj is confident that India will put up a good display vs Australia in their upcoming Pink-Ball Test.

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Pak to complete fencing of border with Afghan by June end

The barrier consists of two sets of chain-link fences, which is separated by a 2-metre space filled with concertina wire coils. The double-fence is 3.6 metres high on the Pakistani side and 4 metres on the Afghan side.

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France elects regional leaders, preparations for presidential vote

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Watch: Sachin Tendulkar Takes A Trip Down Memory Lane On Father's Day

Father's Day: Sachin Tendulkar narrated a story about a "special place" in his house, while other cricket stars like Hardik Pandya and Virender Sehwag too extended their greetings on Twitter.

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'World's oldest' alligator Muja celebrates 85th birthday at Belgrade Zoo

From surviving World War Two to becoming a hit on TikTok, Belgrade Zoo star Muja has been through a lot.

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Antwerp: Five construction workers killed in school building site collapse

All of the victims were construction workers who had been building the new primary school.

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In pictures: 1,000 Dreams to mark World Refugee Day

Refugees across Europe set out to record the lives of those who have also fled persecution.

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'War on Terror': Are big military deployments over?

Twenty years on from the "War on Terror", is it the end of big military deployments to warzones?

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K-wave: How fans are supporting their favourite idols

From buying billboard space to food trucks, here's how fans of Korean pop culture support their idols.

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Ethiopia elections: The misinformation circulating online

As Ethiopians prepare to go to the polls, false and misleading content has been spreading online.

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Troubled US teens left traumatised by tough love camps

Paris Hilton is among thousands who allege abuse at programmes aimed at reforming US teenagers.

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Iran election: Israel voices 'grave concern' over Ebrahim Raisi

Israel says Ebrahim Raisi has nuclear ambitions and is Iran's most extremist president yet.

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Arizona police shoot driver who crashed into charity bike ride

Six cyclists and the suspect are critically injured after the incident at a charity bike ride.

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Covid: Brazil hits 500,000 deaths amid 'critical' situation

Experts warn the outbreak could worsen amid a slow vaccination programme and the start of winter.

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Iran election: Wariness and welcome for Ebrahim Raisi

Ebrahim Raisi's win in the country's presidential election has prompted mixed reactions across the region.

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WTC Final: India Wear Black Armbands "In Remembrance" Of Milkha Singh

World Test Championship Final: India took the field on Day 2 wearing black armbands to remember legendary sprinter Milkha Singh, who died aged 91 on Friday.

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South China airport cancels flights after Covid case

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Hima Das Remembers Milkha Singh's Words

Hima Das paid her tribute to Milkha Singh, who died of COVID-19-related complications. Hima Das revealed what the legendary athlete had told her in Finland during the World Championships.

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"You Will Never Be Forgotten": Virat Kohli Pays Tribute To Milkha Singh

Virat Kohli took to Twitter to share a heartwarming tribute for Milkha Singh, who died on Friday due to post-Covid complications in Chandigarh.

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WTC Final, Day 2 Live: NZ Captain Williamson Wins Toss, Opts To Bowl

IND vs NZ WTC Final Live Score 2021, India vs New Zealand: After Day 1 was washed out in Southampton due to rain, all eyes will be on the weather.

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Iran election: Hardliner Raisi set to win in first round

Vote-counting shows Ebrahim Raisi - Iran's top judge - has so far received 62% of the vote.

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Why Ethiopia’s 'alphabet generation' feel betrayed by Abiy

PM Abiy Ahmed swept to power after mass protests, but his Oromo community still feel like outsiders.

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China countering sanctions through 'Wolf Warrior' diplomacy

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R Sridhar Has A Special Message For Shafali Verma And Women's Team

Shafali Verma has impressed one and all through her exploits against England Women in the ongoing one-off Test.

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Ultraconservative Raisi elected Iran president as rivals concede

Congratulations poured in for ultraconservative Ebrahim Raisi Saturday on winning Iran's presidential election as his rivals conceded even before official results were announced. ​​​The other three candidates in the race all congratulated him for his victory, which had been widely expected after a host of heavyweight rivals had been barred from running.

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Nepal: 16 dead, 22 missing in a week as rains wreak havoc

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4 killed, 8 hurt in airplane crash in Russia's Kemerovo

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WTC Final: Dinesh Karthik Has Some Good News From Southampton

WTC Final: Dinesh Karthik took to social media to inform fans about the weather in Southampton ahead of Day 2 of the WTC final between India and New Zealand.

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Australia takes wine dispute with China to WTO

China accuses Australia of an illegal trade practice, but Australia believes the motive is political.

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Milkha Singh: India's 'Flying Sikh' dies from Covid

The country's most famous athlete ran for his life as a child and then ran to win medals.

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Myanmar coup: UN calls for arms embargo against military

In a rare move, the UN condemns the overthrowing of Aung San Suu Kyi and calls for an arms embargo.

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Myanmar: Who are the ethnic armies training protesters?

Many protesters are being trained by ethnic armed groups - can they eventually topple the junta?

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Life in lockdown: The pandemic through our eyes

From freshman college to new life and loss, three young photographers document their pandemic year.

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North Korea: Why doesn't it have enough food this year?

The country's leader Kim Jong-un has warned of shortages - what do we know about the food situation?

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France's Le Pen on track for regional power with an eye on presidency

France's far-right National Rally party looks set to top Sunday's first round regional vote.

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Armenia's war defeat prompts bitter vote on rebuilding country

After a fierce campaign, the election will decide the country's post-war future.

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Lisbon gave protesters' data to foreign embassies

Data was illegally shared in 52 cases in 2018-19, with reports citing embassies of China and Russia.

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Abortion rights: US Catholic bishops face clash with Biden

US Catholic leaders begin a process that may call for the president to be barred from Holy Communion.

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US locks down embassy in Afghanistan amid Covid-19 surge

The restrictions confine all personnel at the Kabul embassy to their living quarters except to get food alone or to exercise or relax outside by themselves. This requirement bans all sports and means personnel must stay at least 20 feet from others unless they are wearing a mask.

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