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Hydration breaks: The most controversial issue at the World Cup
The mandatory hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup have sparked debate in the stands, on the pitch, and far beyond. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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Defence plan is '£5bn short', Badenoch says
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch says the defence spending plan is '£5bn' short and 'doesn't add up'. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Po...
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'I can't breathe': Police who handcuffed Henry Nowak being investigated
Student Henry Nowak, 18, died while handcuffed by police in the English city of Southampton, after calling out "I can't breathe" and "I've been stabbed"....
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Up to 150 ex-WHSmith High Street stores to close as resue deal approved
The sweeping restructuring, approved by a court, will see steep rent cuts on most remaining stores. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top S...
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SCOTUS upholds birthright citizenship. And, key results from Colorado's primaries
The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship on constitutional grounds on the last day of its term. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and...
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Sudan's RSF accused of crimes against humanity in el-Fasher
Amnesty International says Sudan's Rapid Support Forces militia committed ethnic cleansing and crimes against humanity in its assault on the city of el-Fa...
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RSF committed crimes against humanity in Sudan's el-Fasher — Amnesty
Amnesty International says Sudan's Rapid Support Forces militia committed ethnic cleansing and crimes against humanity in its assault on the city of el-Fa...
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Two dead after plane crashed during flight experience
The two-seat Cessna plane comes down off Mill Lane in High Ongar at about 12:30 BST on Tuesday. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stori...
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Several killed and injured in fire at Antwerp apartment building
The fire broke out in the 10-storey block in the Linkeroever district of the Belgian city. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - World and link...
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Badenoch presses Starmer on defence spending
The Conservative leader says the head of the UK armed forces 'made it known' that the military needed a minimum of £28bn more to defend the country. Newsi...
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German prosecutors arrest Rwanda genocide suspect
A German-Rwandan national has been arrested on suspicion of complicity in murders during Rwanda's 1994 genocide. Newsiline summarises this report from Deu...
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Two people dead after collision in Victoria's south-west
Two people have died after a collision near an intersection about 30 kilometres north of Colac, in Victoria's south-west. Newsiline summarises this report...
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Can a 10-second finger workout help keep your brain healthy?
Dr Oscar is back with the latest health headlines. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original publisher for...
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Starmer leaves No 10 as he heads to PMQs
Sir Keir Starmer leaves Downing Street as he heads to the Commons for one of his final Prime Minister's Questions. Newsiline summarises this report from B...
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Politician says rabbit owners should have training
Welsh Labour's Mike Hedges asked Rhun ap Iorwerth about animal welfare in first minister's questions. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Pol...
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Canberra’s ‘night of nights’: Midwinter Ball 2026 – in pictures
Politicians from across parliament, including prime minister Anthony Albanese and opposition leader Angus Taylor, as well as heads of corporate Australia...
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Scouting DR Congo - where England can win the game
England play DR Congo in the World Cup round of 32 on Wednesday. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links readers to the ori...
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New defence secretary says Burnham backs defence budget
Dan Jarvis says Andy Burnham will back his £15bn defence spending plan if he becomes PM. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and lin...
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Brewery boss who banned phones and swearing from pubs dies aged 81
Humphrey Smith had been at the helm of the Tadcaster brewer since the 1980s. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links reader...
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Ahead of NATO summit, Turkey arrests more than 200 activists
Protesters are clearly unwelcome ahead of the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links...
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Activist arrests surge in Turkey ahead of key NATO summit
Protesters are clearly unwelcome ahead of the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links...
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Three killed in Mexico City World Cup celebrations
More than one million people took to the streets of Mexico City on Tuesday to mark the country's win over Ecuador. Newsiline summarises this report from B...
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Refunds: Hidden Tricks
Struggling to get a refund? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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Greetings from London, where Banksy's flag man is a warning cry
As he marches on, his flag blows back into his face, leaving him unaware he is only a step away from a perilous fall. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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Heroin overdose warning after multiple Victorians unknowingly take drug
One person has died and multiple people have overdosed across Victoria, leading to the discovery of heroin in substances thought to be methamphetamine or...
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Man spends £40k house deposit on dad's World Cup dream
Jack Goodwin describes it as a "once-in-a-lifetime opportunity" for him and his father. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and l...
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Family of boy attacked by crocodile thank zoo staff who rescued him
The boy remains at Addenbrooke's Hospital in a stable condition, police say. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links reader...
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Spain heat wave kills over 1,000 in second-hottest June ever
At least 1,028 people died during Spain's recent heatwave as the country endured its hottest January-to-June period on record. Newsiline summarises this r...
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Digital euro: The plan to Trump-proof the EU's economies
The EU’s central bank is preparing a digital euro to cut dependence on Visa, Mastercard and Apple Pay. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Well...
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Digital euro: The plan to Trump-proof the EU's economy
The EU’s central bank is preparing a digital euro to cut dependence on Visa, Mastercard and Apple Pay. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Well...
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Time for Tuchel to show hand as England enter World Cup danger zone
England coach Thomas Tuchel must now play his strongest hand as he enters the danger zone in a World Cup of shocks, says chief football writer Phil McNult...
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A ‘buttery’ mouthfeel or ‘meadow grass’ notes? How Australian olive oils rank against other supermarket options
Consumer advocacy group Choice blind tested 30 olive oils – and found many of the highest ranked came from Australia Get our breaking news email, free app...
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Poll: Most Americans think the U.S. has strayed from its founding principles
Most Americans believe the country has moved away from its founding principles as the nation prepares for its big 250th anniversary, a new PBS News/NPR/Ma...
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Burnham's chancellor will have to find extra £4.7bn for defence, says minister
Luke Pollard says the next chancellor "whoever that may be" will have to "find the resources" to fund defence plan. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Crowded planes and airports set records, straining the U.S. aviation system
The summer travel season is setting records again. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers to the original publisher for the full...
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How America has celebrated milestone birthdays, from world fairs to the World Cup
Two founding fathers died on America's 50th birthday, which was marked with toasts and parades. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links r...