Sunday, 31 July 2022
A Town’s Housing Crisis Exposes a ‘House of Cards’
By BY MIKE BAKER from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/hCMn0Tg
‘Everything Has Healed’: Jacob deGrom Is Finally Ready
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Trailblazing Star Trek actress Nichelle Nichols dies at 89
She became one of the first black American actresses to play a figure in authority on US television.
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Cancer survivor objects to Spanish beach ad image
The 60-year-old tells the BBC she suspects the government poster used a doctored picture of her.
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A late goal, a final test, and an England championship.
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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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Saturday, 30 July 2022
The woman declared stateless in India, UK and Uganda
Since 1997, Ila Popat has been attempting to get a passport recognising her citizenship to a country.
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The U.S. offer to swap a Russian arms dealer for Brittney Griner highlights uncomfortable choices.
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You Want to Clean Up the House? Same Here
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Followers of Iraqi Cleric Occupy Parliament Again, Demanding Reforms
By BY ALISSA J. RUBIN from NYT World https://ift.tt/q6eoaTi
Mary Alice, Tony Winner for Her Role in ‘Fences,’ Dies at 85
By BY ALEX WILLIAMS from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/KdRosgq
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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Friday, 29 July 2022
Pain Doctor Found Guilty of Sexually Assaulting Patients
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Monkeypox: First deaths outside Africa in Brazil and Spain
Brazil and Spain report fatalities from the virus, but most infections are mild and overall risk is low.
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Wildfire spreads to hotel in Turkey
Prosecutors have launched an investigation after the blaze broke out in Turkey's south-west.
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A knock on their door saved their lives. But that was only the start of their dramatic rescue.
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Hitler's watch sells for $1.1m in controversial sale
The timepiece along with other Nazi items were auctioned despite condemnation from Jewish groups.
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Second day of heavy rain leads to flash flooding in Las Vegas.
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Thursday, 28 July 2022
Washington DC at 'tipping point' as migrants arrive from border
Texas and Arizona have transported thousands of migrants north in protest over the Biden border policy.
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There Are Holes on the Ocean Floor. Scientists Don’t Know Why.
By BY CHRISTINE CHUNG from NYT Science https://ift.tt/BQ0o6WK
Treasury Secretary Yellen said the U.S. economy was transitioning to ‘steady, sustainable’ growth.
By BY ALAN RAPPEPORT from NYT Business https://ift.tt/hPO0lHV
Xi and Biden exchange warnings on Taiwan
Tensions rise as reports emerge of a plan by the US's Nancy Pelosi to visit Taiwan.
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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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Wednesday, 27 July 2022
145 Picture Prompts to Inspire Student Writing
By BY THE LEARNING NETWORK from NYT The Learning Network https://ift.tt/QGJCrDd
Iraq: Muqtada al-Sadr supporters storm parliament building in Baghdad
Supporters of cleric Muqtada al-Sadr broke into the building after months of political deadlock.
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Phyo Zeya Thaw, Burmese Pro-democracy Rapper, 41, Is Executed
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Facebook owner Meta sees first ever sales decline
The owner of Instagram and WhatsApp faces increased competition from the likes of TikTok.
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With Roe Gone, Republicans Quarrel Over How Far to Push Abortion Bans
By BY MITCH SMITH AND JULIE BOSMAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/YyaDWrC
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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Tuesday, 26 July 2022
In one of the poorest slums in Argentina, families rely on a huge landfill site for food.
In one of the poorest slums in Argentina, hundreds of families rely on a huge landfill site to feed their children.
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Instagram, facing criticism from Kylie Jenner and others, tries explaining itself.
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DR Congo: Violence flares in anti-UN protests
Demonstrations turn violent after protesters storm a UN headquarters in Goma.
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DNA Researchers Name the Somerton Man, Australia’s 73-Year-Old Cold Case
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B.J. Novak Went to Texas Looking for ‘Vengeance’ and Found America
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Viktor Orban adviser Hegedus resigns over 'pure Nazi' speech
A long time adviser to the Hungarian prime minister resigns over speech criticising "race mixing".
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Monday, 25 July 2022
Locals evacuate California's largest wildfire in 2022
Thousands of people have had to evacuate the Oak Fire in California that has been spreading since Friday.
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Your Monday Briefing: Russia Seeks African Support
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Paul Sorvino: 'Goodfellas' actor dies at 83
The Tony-nominated character actor was best known for his portrayals of policemen and gangsters.
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Energy Department will lend G.M. and LG $2.5 billion to build battery factories.
By BY JACK EWING from NYT Business https://ift.tt/P1EoBZO
Tensions linger over what the Catholic Church owes school survivors.
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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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Sunday, 24 July 2022
Biden’s Covid Symptoms Continue to Improve, Doctor Says
By BY ZACH MONTAGUE from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/WVAId0s
Afghan trans woman finds new home in Brighton
Bella escaped the Taliban in a secret UK mission and is now settling into Brighton's LGBT+ community.
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At Least 17 Migrants Die After Boat Capsizes Off Bahamas
By BY JASPER WILLIAMS-WARD AND ANATOLY KURMANAEV from NYT World https://ift.tt/jg7UlMn
Russia Tells Famine-Fearing Africa It’s Not to Blame for Food Shortage
By BY VIVIAN YEE, ANTON TROIANOVSKI AND ABDI LATIF DAHIR from NYT World https://ift.tt/OGCTHLR
Saturday, 23 July 2022
The Italian prime minister’s downfall could affect Europe’s fight against Russia.
By BY JASON HOROWITZ from NYT World https://ift.tt/u3vhLUW
Suspect in Zeldin Attack Is Arrested on Federal Charge
By BY ANA LEY from NYT New York https://ift.tt/iX9U4eN
Michael Henderson, Funk Bassist Turned Crooner, Dies at 71
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Covid in China: Xi Jinping and other leaders given domestic vaccine
The president and other top politicians have received domestically produced vaccines, say officials.
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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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Friday, 22 July 2022
‘The deal should help us breathe’: Africa welcomes Russia-Ukraine grain deal.
By BY ABDI LATIF DAHIR AND ELIAN PELTIER from NYT World https://ift.tt/vJfuzW2
Pizza delivery man saves children from burning house
Nicholas Bostic saved five people from the home, and was hailed as a hero by the police chief.
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U.S. and Ukrainian officials say they’ll wait to see if Russia upholds its side of the grain plan.
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China heatwave: Temperatures of 40C expected this weekend
Some cities in Zhejiang province have been issued red alerts, the country's highest warning.
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Ethics Board Moves to Penalize Jeffrey Clark, Who Aided Trump in Election Plot
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Thursday, 21 July 2022
Comic-Con returns in-person to San Diego after pandemic
More than 100,000 fans are gathering in San Diego for Comic-Con.
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Review: Newman and Woodward, Mr. and Mrs. Movie Star
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Sri Lanka: Forces raid anti-government protest camp
Troops descended on the camp less than a day after Ranil Wickremesinghe was sworn in as president.
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Polio: New York reports first US case in nearly a decade
An unvaccinated young adult in New York is experiencing paralysis after contracting the virus.
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Truckers’ protests over a labor law shut Oakland’s port.
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Wednesday, 20 July 2022
Somalia drought: ‘I remember at least five children died’
Fardhosa is just 13 years old but has lived through three droughts in her life and never had a proper meal.
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Your Thursday Briefing: Russia Expands Its Territorial Ambitions
By BY MATTHEW CULLEN from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/pFM253D
Biden unveils $2.3bn plan to fight climate change
But he stops short of formally declaring a climate emergency, despite pressure from fellow Democrats.
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What are the basic tips for staying safe during a heat wave?
By BY DANI BLUM from NYT Well https://ift.tt/iT94Po3
CNN Chairman Chris Licht Picks Leadership Team for Post-Zucker Era
By BY BENJAMIN MULLIN from NYT Business https://ift.tt/VGnm7lO
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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Tuesday, 19 July 2022
Europe’s Heat Wave Shatters British Records and Drives Wildfires
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US Capitol riot: Steve Bannon felt above the law, prosecutors say
As the ex-Trump strategist's trial begins, prosecutors say he rebuffed a "mandatory" legal summons.
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Spanish Authorities Seize a ‘Contraband’ Picasso at Ibiza Airport
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Italian PM Mario Draghi's decision-time on government fate
Italy's government could fall on Wednesday, when Mario Draghi tells the Senate if he is to resign.
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Jakob Ingebrigtsen rarely pushes himself to his maximum effort. He’s been waiting for tonight’s 1,500 meters.
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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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Monday, 18 July 2022
Restaurant Review: A Home for Taiwanese Food, Lard and All, at Wenwen
By BY PETE WELLS from NYT Food https://ift.tt/zilXHZ3
Heatwave: Ferocious European heat heads north
Several countries are likely to see their hottest ever days as the heatwave moves north.
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Australian makes history on Fifa game cover
Chelsea striker Sam Kerr will be the first female player to feature on the global cover of EA Sports' Fifa football game.
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Gotytom Gebreslase of Ethiopia wins women’s world championship marathon.
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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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Sunday, 17 July 2022
Gerald Shargel, Criminal Defense Lawyer for the Mob, Dies at 77
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Zelensky fires his prosecutor general and intelligence chief, the top two law enforcement officials.
By BY ANDREW E. KRAMER AND CASSANDRA VINOGRAD from NYT World https://ift.tt/jSlHRyb
‘It’s tense’: Under constant fire, Ukrainian soldiers dismiss any suggestion that they cede land.
By BY CARLOTTA GALL from NYT World https://ift.tt/VFdZfmX
Two Alligators Fatally Attack Florida Woman After She Falls Into Pond
By BY CHRISTINE CHUNG from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/kRfq3uB
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