Sunday, 31 July 2022

A Town’s Housing Crisis Exposes a ‘House of Cards’


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Europe hunts for new energy sources.


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‘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


By BY JAMELLE BOUIE from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/FItKQNd

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


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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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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

Photography’s Delightful Obsessives


By BY BLAKE GOPNIK from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/xXruU2i

Treasury Secretary Yellen said the U.S. economy was transitioning to ‘steady, sustainable’ growth.


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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


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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


By BY ALAN YUHAS from NYT World https://ift.tt/D8anBYi

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


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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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Maggie Rogers’s Higher Calling


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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

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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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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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13 New Books We Recommend This Week


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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


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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?


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CNN Chairman Chris Licht Picks Leadership Team for Post-Zucker Era


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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


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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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