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The Mata Hari affair: Courtesan, spy, legend
Regarded the most famous female spy of all time, dancer Mata Hari had men falling at her feet — but was executed for treason. Newsiline summarises this re...
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Trump denies US weapons shortage and says information 'leakers' being 'hunted down'
While precise data is classified, publicly available information suggests the US has used up many difficult-to-manufacture weapons. Newsiline summarises t...
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Greetings from a wildlife park in central Sri Lanka that's a haven for elephants
At a time of increased conflict between elephants and humans, as elephant habitats are converted to intensive agriculture, the Hurulu Eco Park is a place...
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DR Congo river boat under quarantine for Ebola after five deaths
The health minister says all the passengers are being screened as a precautionary measure. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - World and link...
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Can UN chief's initiative kickstart resolution for Cyprus?
UN chief Antonio Guterres considers a resolution to the Cyprus issue to be vital for regional stability and has initiated a new diplomatic effort. Newsili...
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Why Iran is sending mixed signals on talks
Trump says talks with Iran are underway. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links readers to the original publisher fo...
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Livestreamer's murder raises questions over relations between Mexico's creators and cartels
The murder of content creator César Gastélum on Tuesday raises questions about why influencers are coming under attack. Newsiline summarises this report f...
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US Senate panel votes to hold Fauci in contempt over COVID hearing
Dr Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination more than 100 times when he appeared before the US Senate Committee on Homeland Secu...
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US Senate committee votes to hold Fauci in contempt
The committee will now refer him for potential prosecution following his refusal to answer questions at a Congressional hearing last week. Newsiline summa...
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Trump administration moves to deregulate Head Start, opening door for sweeping change
It would slim regulation of the 60-year-old anti-poverty program and aim to save money. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers t...
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Hampshire and England bowler Turner retires aged 25
Hampshire and England fast bowler John Turner retires from cricket aged 25 after more than a year out injured. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC N...
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How Cambodia became the first Asian country to hit an elusive HIV target
The United Nations has set a goal for near universal HIV diagnosis and treatment for all by 2030. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links...
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AfD threatens to cut funding for 'modern-thinking' culture
The far-right party could win an absolute majority in Saxony-Anhalt's state election in September. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle -...
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North Korea fires ballistic missile towards Japan as region boosts military
A short-range ballistic missile was fired over the Sea of Japan, according to Japan and South Korea's militaries, a day after Pyongyang criticised Japan's...
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Calls for inquiry into Army training college for teenagers after reports of rape and abuse
Four women told the BBC they were sexually assaulted and harassed while attending the Army Foundation College (AFC) at Harrogate in North Yorkshire. Newsi...
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Marine One: Helicopter carrying Trump flew close to passenger jet, FAA plans probe
Trump's helicopter and a passenger jet briefly were too close near Reagan National Airport, prompting an inquiry into what happened to the safety rules ad...
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Africa and the ICC: Why most countries are staying
A new wave of African withdrawals has swept through the International Criminal Court. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English a...
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Ukraine hits two oil refineries deep in Russian territory
Ukraine's president says the strikes aim to limit revenues Russia "used to finance" its war. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories...
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Referrals to Prevent anti-terror scheme at 10-year high
The Home Office says the 10-year-high in referrals could be due to the 2024 Southport attacks. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Storie...
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Why Liverpool icon Salah has chosen Trabzonspor
Why Mohamed Salah chose Trabzonspor over Saudi Arabia and MLS, and what the move means for him and Turkish football. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Gaza: 300 children killed in 300 days of Israeli-Hamas ‘ceasefire’
At least 300 children in Gaza have been reportedly killed in as many days since a ceasefire agreement came into effect last October to suspend military op...
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Security Council LIVE: Warnings of famine and collapse as South Sudan's peace deal frays
Nearly eight million people in South Sudan – more than half the population – face crisis-level hunger, with famine risk now flagged in four counties, as t...
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‘Wanton, intentional infliction of incredible pain’ by gangs in Haiti
Gangs in Haiti continue to terrorize communities with the “wanton, intentional infliction of incredible pain” on people who often are just in the wrong pl...
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Nadia Sawalha threatens ITV with legal action over Loose Women removal
The TV panellist claims she has been treated unfairly due to her public support of Palestinian rights. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - To...
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Woman charged after four stabbed near Covent Garden
A 47-year-old woman is charged following a stabbing in central London in which four men were injured. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top...
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El-Sayed wins Michigan's primary. And, Fauci faces contempt of Congress vote
Abdul El-Sayed has won Michigan's Democratic Senate primary and will face Republican Congressman Mike Rogers in the midterms. Newsiline summarises this re...
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Barcelona? Real Madrid? Man City's Rodri has a decision to make
Midfielder Rodri may have a huge decision to make this summer on whether to join Real Madrid or Barcelona, should he decide to leave Manchester City. News...
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Farmer jailed for lodger's 'body in barrel' murder
Richard Dyson's body was not found until nearly six years after he disappeared in rural Hoyland. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stor...
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Mark Hughes' son died of sudden adult death syndrome
Alex Hughes was found collapsed at his home in Macclesfield, Cheshire, on 19 June by his two sons. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top St...
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Munich car-ramming attacker sentenced to life in prison
A Munich court has handed down the toughest possible sentence over the 2025 attack that killed a mother and her toddler and injured dozens more. Newsiline...
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Germany: 10 years of 'Integration Act' for refugees
The German Integration Act aimed to regulate the integration of recognized refugees following high levels of immigration, facilitating access to the labor...
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Middle East: Hormuz deal near, IDF soldiers dead in Lebanon
Iran has said a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is in its "final stage" if the US doesn't obstruct it. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche...
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Israel accused of targeting journalists in deadly series of strikes
Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil was killed and her 21-year-old colleague Zeinab Faraj was seriously injured in IDF strikes that human rights groups allege...
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Majority of England's rivers and lakes fail new environmental review
A comprehensive assessment of England's waterways is the first in six years and shows little improvement. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Germany arrests Ukrainian suspected of spying on arms firm
Investigators say the suspect photographed a Bavarian defense site for a foreign intelligence service in preparation for possible sabotage. Newsiline summ...
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How deep-rooted medical bias creates deadly consequences for addiction patients
Addiction treatments are safe, effective — and rarely offered to patients. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers to the origina...