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Children's meals to be cheaper under VAT cut
The cost of children's meals in restaurants is set to come down as VAT on some items is cut to 5%. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busine...
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First Ghanaians set to be repatriated from South Africa over anti-immigrant protests
It follows recent protests against illegal immigration that have led to fears there could be a resurgence in xenophobic violence. Newsiline summarises thi...
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Prosecution to open case against ex-DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson in sex abuse trial
The former MP has pleaded not guilty to all 18 charges he faces, including one count of rape. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories...
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'I've given up eating hot meals to pay for equipment to keep my son alive'
More than half of parents of disabled children and young people are skipping meals to pay their bills. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Bu...
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Riverside land purchased to save it from development
Mid-Suffolk Council hopes to enhance wildlife in the area and improve public access. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Enviro...
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How long will the heatwave last?
Following a day of record breaking bank holiday heat, heatwave conditions continue for many. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories...
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Attorney General Ken Paxton routs veteran incumbent Cornyn in Texas Senate primary
The race will help determine whether Democrats can win back control of the US Senate for the last half of the Trump presidency. Newsiline summarises this...
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YouTuber arrested for allegedly using AI to defame Korean actor
The YouTuber allegedly made false claims that fuelled a career-ending scandal for Kim Soo-hyun. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - World and...
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Tourists can be refused tap water, Italy's top court rules
The Italian Supreme Court rejected a tourist's claim that her consumer rights were breached when she was only offered €7 bottled mineral water. Newsiline...
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Hundreds of children die within months as measles cases soar in Bangladesh
The country has recorded more than 60,000 suspected cases of measles in just over two months. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and...
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Chipmakers SK Hynix and Micron join $1tn club on surging AI demand
They are the latest technology companies to join the growing list of stocks with mega valuations. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Technol...
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The Papers: 'Blair: Starmer has no plan for Britain' and 'The heat's still on'
Former Prime Minister Sir Tony Blair's essay criticising Labour and the ongoing heatwave lead the papers. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Champion ethical hacker warns AI tools like Mythos could put her out of business
Chompie, one of the world's tops ethical hackers, says AI like Claude Mythos will make it harder for people like her to compete. Newsiline summarises this...
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White House erects UFC cage ahead of US 250th anniversary celebrations
Workers were seen assembling domed arches and a staging area on the South Lawn in preparation for next month's event. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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Russia 'relentlessly targeting' critical infrastructure and democracy, GCHQ says
The spy agency's head will set out threats facing the UK and the measures she believes need to be taken to confront them on Wednesday. Newsiline summarise...
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'Shocking' rise in school suspensions for racist and homophobic abuse
Education experts and charities are calling for a national anti-bullying strategy in schools. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories...
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Instagram betting ads featuring Kane and Haaland banned
The advertising watchdog said the adverts featuring top footballers had a strong appeal to under-18s. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top...
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Speed up £250 cap on leasehold ground rent, MPs urge
A committee of MPs says leaseholders have been waiting too long for governments to tackle the issue. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top...
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Iran war impact to hit household energy bills for the first time
A household using a typical amount of gas and electricity is forecast to pay about £200 more a year. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busi...
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Can EU find a Russia whisperer to mediate an end to war in Ukraine?
With the US pulling out of trilateral talks with Russia and Ukraine, the EU is looking for potential candidates to step in. Newsiline summarises this repo...
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Watch: UFC arena construction begins at White House ahead of fight
The massive structure will host a cage fight as part of celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence. Newsiline summar...
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India's communists once ruled millions. What happened to them?
The story of the rise and decline of India’s communists - from ruling states to struggling for relevance. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Coventry's Lampard named LMA manager of the year
Frank Lampard is named the League Managers Association manager of the year after guiding Coventry back to the Premier League. Newsiline summarises this re...
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Three killed and dozens injured in Israeli strike on Gaza City, medics and witnesses say
Israel says it was targeting a Hamas commander whose predecessor was killed in a similar strike earlier in May. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Multiple people killed and others missing after chemical explosion at US paper mill
Ten people were injured and an unknown number are missing after a tank ruptured at a paper mill in Longview, Washington. Newsiline summarises this report...
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Better WiFi for hundreds of trains under government plans
Campaigners welcome the move but say passengers are mostly worried about train fares and delays. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business...
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Green jobs contributing £10.2bn to Scotland's economy, says CBI
An industry report suggests that the net-zero economy is already established and employs more than 105,000 people. Newsiline summarises this report from B...
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Spurs launch review after season of injury woe
Tottenham will launch a review focusing on the "unusual" spate of anterior cruciate ligament injuries recently suffered by key players. Newsiline summaris...
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Efficient Sinner underlines status as French Open favourite with routine win
Jannik Sinner underlines why he is the overwhelming favourite to win the French Open with an efficient first-round win against French wildcard Clement Tab...
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Body found in search for boy, 12, missing in river
Police and fire crews with underwater units launched a major search until a body was recovered on Tuesday night. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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'My daughter went into hospital to get better - now she's dead'
Mental health patients say nobody listened to their concerns about a north-east England trust. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and...
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'We knew somebody would die': Teenage patients 'ignored' before fatal NHS trust failures
Mental health patients say nobody listened to their concerns about a north-east England trust. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Storie...
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Labour has 'no coherent plan' for country, says Blair
The ex-Labour PM says Sir Keir Starmer's government is in the "wrong position" ahead of the next election. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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Man arrested over Manchester synagogue attack
The 49-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of offences "relating directly" to the October 2025 attack. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Nasa unveils next steps to build permanent Moon base
Nasa plans to send hopping drones and roving vehicles to the Moon as part of plans for a permanent Moon base. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC Ne...
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Watch: Nasa shows renderings for planned permanent moon base
The plans include permanent human habitation on the Earth's only natural satellite by 2032. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...