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El Nino is here. It'll be big, bad and costly, scientists fear
El Nino, Nature's chaotic climate agent, has formed in a warmed-up Pacific Ocean and is expected to grow to historic strength, meteorologists announced Th...
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Ebola testing has improved in DRC, but still isn't nearly enough
The DRC has improved testing capacity for Ebola, with two facilities operating in or near the epicenter. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News an...
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Socioeconomic factors are becoming 'biologically embedded' in children's brains
A study of more than 2,300 9- to 10-year-olds found that socioeconomic factors explained most differences in the preteens' brain development. Newsiline su...
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Trump says he has called off latest threats to strike Iran
The president said in a social media post that he made the move "based on the fact that discussions with the Islamic Republic of Iran have been brought to...
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White House response to hantavirus and Ebola contrasts with COVID criticisms
The administration imposed mandatory quarantine orders on two passengers from the cruise ship hit by hantavirus and is blocking Americans who catch Ebola...
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WATCH: A sneak peak of UFC's Octagon at the White House
President Donald Trump's planned UFC fight on the White House's South Lawn has required a monumental effort from more than seven federal agencies, hundred...
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Taiwan opposition leader says Xi meeting avoided 'reunification' talk
Cheng's comments come as Taiwan awaits approval on a $14 billion arms package from the U.S., and as uncertainty lingers over Washington's long-term commit...
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What makes a winning World Cup anthem? Shakira, Wyclef Jean and others explain
Should it reflect the host countries? Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Headlines and links readers to the original publisher for the ful...
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World Cup celebrations clash with social tensions in Mexico
Mexico kicks off festivities Thursday with a star-studded event, even as some critics say the government has spent too much time and money catering to int...
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Mexico City installed a chandelier in its metro for the World Cup. Cue the mocking memes
The cosmetic makeover that authorities have attempted to give the capital as visitors arrive from around the globe also has become a symbol of criticisms...
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With kickoff hours away, Hong Kong customs officials seize $20 million in World Cup fake goods
All were destined for overseas markets, with nearly 80% set to be shipped to the Americas, where the World Cup is being jointly hosted by the United State...
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Haiti has to change its World Cup jersey after being deemed too political
The jersey, by Colombian sportswear manufacturer Saeta, originally included a depiction of the final battle of the Haitian War of Independence in 1803 on...
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Trump threatens to take 'total control' of Iran's oil industry with major strikes
President Donald Trump said in a social media post that the U.S. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Headlines and links readers to the ori...
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WATCH LIVE: House expected to vote on short-term FISA extension
The House will try early Thursday to approve a short-term FISA extension, but passage is unlikely. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Head...
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Japan reactor restart sparks fresh fears over nuclear waste storage
The reboot highlights a dire problem for the country's nuclear program. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers to the original p...
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Greetings from a Seoul museum, where Buddhist masterpieces offer calm away from city bustle
The National Museum of Korea is home to the Room of Quiet Contemplation, which features two of South Korea's most treasured artworks: gilt-bronze bodhisat...
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U.S. launches second day of Iran strikes. And, World Cup facts to know before kickoff
The U.S. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR World and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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World Cup facts and figures to get you sounding like an expert
With a record 48 teams and 1,248 players, there's an endless number of stats about the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News...
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From neon mosquitoes to winged migrations, top images captured by scientists
Five winning images from a photo contest show scientists at work and capture the wonder of research and discovery. Newsiline summarises this report from N...
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Along the 7 train in Queens, World Cup fans welcome the 'beautiful game'
The 2026 World Cup is being played in New Jersey, but in Queens, New York, home to immigrants from all over the world, soccer is not just a sport. Newsili...
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Trump's pick for intel chief could imperil a key U.S. spy tool. Who is Bill Pulte?
Pulte's appointment has scrambled talks to renew a spy tool known as FISA 702, as lawmakers in both parties have been vocal about his lack of national sec...
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How 'algorithm' got its name from a 9th-century Persian mathematician
In the 9th century, Muhammad ibn Musa al-Kharizmi helped solidify the concept of algorithms in mathematics and popularized algebra and the use of the zero...
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Number of people forced to flee their homes has dropped, U.N. report finds
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Police blast water cannons at protesters amid unrest over stabbing in Belfast
Protesters in Northern Ireland set small fires and hurled bricks and bottles at the police during a second night of violence over a stabbing in Belfast. N...
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Knicks complete record rally from 29 points down and beat Spurs
The New York Knicks made a record comeback from 29 points down and moved to the brink of their first championship since 1973 by beating the San Antonio Sp...
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Feds won't seek death penalty in plea deal with man accused of killing Minnesota lawmaker
U.S. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Headlines and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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FBI seizing evidence at California plant where chemical tank overheated
Federal authorities served a search warrant on Wednesday at a Southern California aerospace facility where a chemical tank overheated last month, forcing...
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U.S. launches new strikes in Iran after missiles target American bases
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U.S. military says it's striking 'multiple targets' in Iran in 2nd day of renewed fire
The escalating attacks threatened to derail efforts to end the war, with President Trump warning that Tehran would "pay the price" for stalled negotiation...
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News Wrap: Bill Gates says he made 'grave error' by meeting with Epstein
In our news wrap Wednesday, Bill Gates told a congressional panel he made a "grave error in judgment" by meeting with Jeffrey Epstein, Defense Secretary P...
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Pulte unqualified for DNI role, but FISA must be extended, Rep. McCaul says
Friday is the deadline for Congress to reauthorize a key tool for collecting foreign intelligence. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Head...
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Survey reveals political and cultural factions shaping the midterms
A new report from the Pew Research Center says American politics are not as simple as red versus blue. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour...
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Takeaways from Tuesday's primaries and what they mean for November
Voters in four states went to the polls on Tuesday to choose their party's candidates. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Headlines and li...
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How the loss of USAID has weakened the fight against Ebola
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda is escalating quickly. Newsiline summarises this report from PBS NewsHour Headlines...
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America's 250th anniversary revives questions about religion and the founders
As the nation nears its 250th anniversary next month, Judy Woodruff reports on how old questions about faith and the founding are once again being pushed...
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U.S. military says it has begun striking 'multiple targets' in Iran in latest escalation of tensions
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the military would strike Iran "hard" Wednesday night following threats for more strikes from Trump earlier in the day...