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Inside the secretive and lucrative world of orchid breeding
It can take a decade to bring a new orchid to market, so breeders keep their hi-tech processes secret. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Bu...
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AI could put people off tech jobs and hurt the economy, warns Raspberry Pi boss
Eben Upton warns against claims that Artificial Intelligence will destroy vast numbers of computing roles over the coming years. Newsiline summarises this...
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Australia soars into Eurovision final as UK song debuts
Delta Goodrem is now a favourite to win Eurovision, following a spectacular semi-final performance. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Enter...
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'Millions' of pounds saved by replacing Palantir tech in refugee system
The government said its in-house IT system was "more flexible" while meeting "high standards" of security. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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NASA Draws on Industry for Mars Telecommunications Network
On Thursday, NASA issued a Request for Proposal (RFP), seeking industry collaboration for the Mars Telecommunications Network. Newsiline summarises this r...
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BBC Inside Science
What do we know about the disease following its outbreak on a cruise ship this month? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Envir...
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Foreign student fee hikes in France trigger backlash
A French government plan to charge students from outside the European Union 16 times more than previously has stoked discontent. Newsiline summarises this...
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Will Ukraine corruption scandal reach Volodymyr Zelenskyy?
A drawn-out corruption affair in Ukraine has widened, with authorities now taking action against Andriy Yermak, former head of the presidential office. Ne...
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UK: Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigns, likely in bid to topple PM Keir Starmer
Two Labour Party politicians have positioned themselves to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the leadership. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Lab-grown Tyrannosaurus leather: More chicken than dinosaur?
A handbag is promoted as the "world's first T. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links readers to the original publis...
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German intelligence offices snub US-based Palantir software
Germany's domestic intelligence agency has reportedly chosen a data analysis system from France, instead of US-based Palantir. Newsiline summarises this r...
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'We're right on track,' says Streeting as key target for hospital waiting times hit
Government his its interim target of 65% of patients in England being treated within 18 weeks. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and...
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Who is Mario Draghi, this year's Charlemagne Prize winner?
The Charlemagne Prize honors those who advance European unity. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links readers to the...
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Wes Streeting: Ambitious Labour heavyweight taking a swing at Starmer
The health secretary comes from a tough background and threw himself into Labour politics at an early age. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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What sugar does to your body
Just how bad for you is eating sugar? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original publisher for the full sto...
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Swapping Love Island for Eurovision: Antigoni's pride at representing Cyprus
Antigoni Buxton says appearing on the dating show was more "random" than her taking part in the song contest. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC Ne...
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Latvia: Prime Minister Evika Silina resigns over handling of drone incidents after coalition ally's withdrawal
Evika Silina says she is resigning her post, following the defense minister's resignation and the coalition government's collapse amid controversy over Uk...
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Honda reports first loss since 1957 as it waters down EV strategy, but shares rise on 2026 forecasts
The Japanese carmaker pursued an aggressive switch towards electric vehicles that it's now trying to walk back. Newsiline summarises this report from Deut...
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China goes electric, but can it get off coal?
The world's clean energy superpower also emits the most CO2. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links readers to the o...
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Chris Mason: Potential leadership challengers jostle for position
Sir Keir Starmer and his backers argue a leadership contest would paralyse the government for months. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Pol...
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'Regime change': Hungary's Magyar exposes Orban's decadence
Prime Minister Peter Magyar has taken power and laid bare his predecessor's luxurious lifestyle. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - Al...
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HMRC to use AI from British tech firm to spot fraud and tax return errors
Quantexa, a financial data platform, won the £175m contract to spot fraud and tax return errors. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Technolo...
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US drops bond requirement for FIFA World Cup ticket holders
Fans from five African World Cup qualifying nations with valid tickets are exempt from paying a hefty bond. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche...
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Behind the scenes on Rivals season two: 'It's bigger, bolder, bonkier!'
Stars including Danny Dyer, Aidan Turner and David Tennant share secrets on the set of the hit show. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Ente...
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Big tech bets on new mascots in bid to seem more cuddly
The likes of Apple, Microsoft and Google are all putting cartoon characters centre stage. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and li...
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NASA-Supported Space Tech Advances Earthly Construction
An innovative 3D printing process that advanced NASA’s approach to outfitting a lunar habitat is making buildings on Earth beautiful, efficient, and stron...
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Chris Mason: Big moment ahead for Streeting to decide whether to go for it
There is a big moment coming in the next 24 hours, for Sir Keir Starmer and for would-be challengers to the prime minister. Newsiline summarises this repo...
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From tourist tax to digital ID: BBC correspondents on the key bills in the King's Speech
BBC correspondents look at some of the new bills Sir Keir Starmer's government wants to pass. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics an...
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Farage faces standards probe into £5m gift from crypto billionaire
The probe will examine whether the Reform UK leader should have declared the gift from crypto billionaire. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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Canada's Mark Carney speaks with Artemis II crew on Earth
The prime minister met Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen and other crew members in Ottawa. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & E...
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Germany's shortfall in medium-range defense capabilities
The US has announced that it will not be deploying Tomahawk cruise missiles in Germany. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English...
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How do weight-loss drugs like Mounjaro and Wegovy work?
Wegovy and Mounjaro are available to certain patients on the NHS, and can also be bought privately. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Healt...
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Fake TikTok fans and pop music's 'unethical' marketing
Do indie darlings like Sombr and Geese owe their success to TikTok "trend simulations"? Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English...
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The key measures in the King's Speech
The monarch has outlined the government's plans for new laws in the next session of Parliament. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics...
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Posh sandwich has more salt than nearly five cheeseburgers
Action on Salt & Sugar said people should not be exposed to a "hidden health risk every time they buy lunch". Newsiline summarises this report from BB...
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MPs call for sunbed advertising ban to help prevent skin cancer
A report by a cross-party group of MPs has found the majority of skin cancer cases are preventable. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Healt...