Storm Doksuri: Two dead as Beijing is battered by widespread flooding

A red alert has been issued in China's capital, as an entire month's rainfall fell in just 40 hours.

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Sebastián Marset: Thousands hunt for alleged drug trafficker

Sebastián Marset is accused of trafficking and ordering the murder of an anti-crime prosecutor.

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What do we know about drone attacks in Russia?

Russia says Ukraine has launched a series of drone strikes on its territory, including on Moscow.

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Why Trump Is So Hard to Beat

By Nate Cohn from NYT The Upshot https://nyti.ms/43PjTxy

Ukraine's Motherland monument gets a makeover

The BBC's James Waterhouse watches on as work to remove a huge Soviet-era symbol begins in Kyiv.

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Riad Salameh: Lebanon's tainted central bank chief steps down

Riad Salameh leaves the country's economy in tatters and is being investigated for embezzlement.

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China floods: Man rescued from overturned car

The rescue was shown on Chinese state TV as devastating floods hit Hebei province.

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The Secret History of Gun Rights: How Lawmakers Armed the N.R.A.

By Mike McIntire from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/43P9thJ

Inside the Party Switch that Blew Up North Carolina Politics

By Kate Kelly and David Perlmutt from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/4594YPN

Mari Ruti, Scholar of Gender, Sexuality and More, Dies at 59

By Neil Genzlinger from NYT Books https://nyti.ms/4594TLZ

Dashcam captures moment drone explodes in Moscow

Russia accuses Ukraine of a drone attack that damaged two buildings and injured one person.

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Russia storm: High winds kill 10 in central Volga region

Eight of the victims died when trees fell on their campsite near a lake in Mari El region.

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Australia grounds MRH-90 helicopter fleet after crash

The chief of the army says none of the 45 aircraft will fly again until they are found to be safe.

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Iran sex tape scandal: Government says no prior knowledge of alleged behaviour

A video - which is unverified - allegedly shows a regional head of Islamic guidance having sex with another man.

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Thailand Drone shows destruction after fireworks warehouse explosion

The warehouse and its surrounding area were destroyed after an explosion in southern Thailand.

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Colombian president's son arrested in money laundering probe

President Gustavo Petro ordered the investigation into his son Nicolas in March.

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Black bear cools off in California swimming pool

Police responded to the unexpected visitor splashing around in the backyard of a home in Burbank.

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Trump, Spared Attacks by Rivals in Iowa, Doesn’t Return the Favor

By Nicholas Nehamas, Jazmine Ulloa and Shane Goldmacher from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3qePbQH

Wagner could help migrants cross into Poland, PM Morawiecki warns

Some Russian mercenaries are near the city of Grodno, close to Poland and Lithuania, Mr Morawiecki says.

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Russia says IOC has 'picked a side' in Ukraine conflict

The International Olympic Committee has "picked a side" in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, says the president of Russia's Olympic Committee.

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Ancient 2,000-year-old Roman shipwreck found off coast of Italy

The cargo ship was found laden with hundreds of Roman pottery jars, most of which are intact.

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Niger coup: Abdourahmane Tchiani declares himself leader

Gen Abdourahmane Tchiani takes to the airwaves in military fatigues after staging a dramatic coup.

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Glory to Hong Kong: Court dismisses official's request to ban song

The tune Glory to Hong Kong has become synonymous with pro-democracy demonstrations in the territory.

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A Half-Million Americans May Have Tick-Linked Meat Allergy, C.D.C. Says

By Emily Anthes from NYT Health https://nyti.ms/3Yfp6xM

Greece wildfires trigger massive explosions at air force ammunition depot

The blasts happened at an air force depo as firefighters continue to tackle wildfires in Greece.

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World Fencing Championships: Ukraine's Olga Kharlan disqualified for refusing Russian Anna Smirnov's handshake

Ukrainian fencer Olga Kharlan is disqualified from the World Fencing Championships for refusing to shake hands with Russian Anna Smirnova.

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What’s Happening in Italy Is Scary, and It’s Spreading

By David Broder from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/3QajliN

Iran protests: Return of morality police met by defiance

The hijab police are back on the streets after nearly a year, but protesters are emboldened.

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Ukraine war: Russians stage plasticine protests to oppose war

Faced with brutality and repression, one artist finds a small way to protest against the invasion.

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Why Hunter Biden is important to Republicans... in 90 seconds

The BBC's Anthony Zurcher explains why the US president's son is a presence on the campaign trail.

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McCarthy, Pressured by the Right, Escalates Talk of Impeaching Biden

By Luke Broadwater from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3Obqc8R

Ameland rescue: Ship with 3,000 cars in deadly fire off Dutch coast

Environmental groups warn the fire could harm an area of the North Sea that is a World Heritage site.

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Michael K Williams: Drug dealer in Wire actor overdose case jailed

The man is one of four charged with selling Michael K Williams heroin laced with fentanyl.

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Greta Gerwig on the Blockbuster ‘Barbie’ Opening (and How She Got Away With It)

By Kyle Buchanan from NYT Movies https://nyti.ms/44F67ih

Niger guards blockade president's palace - reports

It is not yet clear if this was an attempt by presidential guards to seize power.

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Qin Gang replaced: Who is China's new foreign minister Wang Yi?

China's top diplomat is a familiar face, known for taking a hard line on those that cross Beijing.

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Colonisation 'luckiest thing' to happen to Australia - John Howard

John Howard's remark comes ahead of a historic referendum on Indigenous recognition.

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Qin Gang: China removes foreign minister after unexplained absence

Qin Gang's prolonged disappearance from public view, and the silence over it, fuelled furious speculation.

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Palestinian gunmen killed near West Bank Samaritan community

The gunmen had opened fire on Israeli troops guarding the tiny Samaritan community, Israel says.

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US Capitol rioter who beat officer with flagpole sentenced

Footage shows Peter Francis Stager assaulting a fallen Capitol police officer with an American flag.

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Ecuador jails: Inmates hold dozens of guards hostage

Prison guards are being held against their will in at least six jails by inmates after a deadly fight.

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Netanyahu Scores Another Victory, but at What Price?

By Patrick Kingsley from NYT World https://nyti.ms/3Y4Z1Ba

Julian Sands: Room with a View actor's final cause of death is undetermined

The British actor's body was recovered in June, months after he'd gone missing in the mountains.

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Is Elon Musk right to ditch the Twitter bird logo?

Rebrands can pay off - but it's a risky move to replace a famous icon at an organisation in turmoil.

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Twitter: Sign change paused as police arrive at San Francisco HQ

Workers in San Francisco were taking down the sign after Elon Musk's rebrand of the company.

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Elon Musk Changes Twitter Logo to an X

By Noam Scheiber and Ryan Mac from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/3DpZ7tF

Watch: George Alagiah's extraordinary career

George Alagiah, one of the BBC's longest-serving and most respected journalists, has died at 67.

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Ukraine war: Russia attacks grain stores at River Danube ports

The attacks targeted grain for export along the Danube just across from the Nato member state.

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What’s the Status of Flaunting Your Status?

By Guy Trebay from NYT Style https://nyti.ms/3O64Bi5

Elon Musk: Time to say goodbye to Twitter logo

The Twitter owner says he wants to replace the logo with an "X".

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This $50,000 Watch Kills Its Wearers by Slicing Their Wrists

By Sarah Lyall from NYT Books https://nyti.ms/3KbTkf0

Unilever will let Russia employees be conscripted

The Cornetto maker says it will comply with Russian law to permit staff to be conscripted.

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Residents flee burning homes in Rhodes

Locals run from burning houses as firefighters battle the wildfire flames on the Greek island.

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Inside Odesa cathedral after Russian missile strike

Officials say at least one person has been killed in fresh Russian strikes on the Ukrainian port city.

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Assimi Goïta: President gets sweeping powers in new Mali constitution

Opponents call it a "plot on democracy" and say the referendum result should be annulled.

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Greece fires: Thousands flee homes and hotels on Rhodes as fires spread

Greece's deputy fire chief says the fires on the island are the most difficult his service is currently facing.

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The Moment of Truth for Our Liar in Chief

By Maureen Dowd from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/3DpPVp7

‘Barbenheimer’ Is a Huge Hollywood Moment and Maybe the Last for a While

By Kyle Buchanan from NYT Movies https://nyti.ms/3DpHmuw

How a Drug Maker Profited by Slow-Walking a Promising H.I.V. Therapy

By Rebecca Robbins and Sheryl Gay Stolberg from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/3Yauouf

Smoke as Russia claims fuel depot in Crimea hit

Russian officials say Ukraine is behind the attack but haven't provided any evidence.

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J.F.K.’s Grandson Calls Robert Kennedy’s Campaign ‘an Embarrassment’

By Reid J. Epstein from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3Onv5gC

Crimea bridge closed after fuel depot hit - Russia

Russian-installed authorities halt railway services in Crimea and say Ukraine was behind a drone strike.

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For Trump and Allies, a Waiting Game as Georgia Indictment Decisions Loom

By Danny Hakim from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3Op1fbz

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Is Where Paranoia Meets Legacy Admissions

By Frank Bruni from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/3OpGagU

Russian hardline Putin critic and commander Strelkov detained

He played a key role in Russia's landgrab in 2014 and has bitterly criticised the flagging campaign.

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Berlin 'lion': Wild animal probably a boar, authorities say

Authorities call off a search for a suspected big cat spotted near the German capital.

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Tony Bennett: Legendary singer dies aged 96

Tony Bennett, legendary singer who duetted with Aretha Franklin and Lady Gaga, dies aged 96.

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David Hunter guilty of killing seriously ill wife in Cyprus

David Hunter is cleared of murdering his wife at their Cyprus home but is convicted of manslaughter.

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Women's World Cup day two preview: Nigeria v Canada, Philippines v Switzerland & Spain v Costa Rica

BBC Sport takes a look at what to expect from day two of the Women's World Cup with Nigeria playing Canada, the Philippines facing Switzerland and Spain taking on Costa Rica.

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Yevgeny Prigozhin: Wagner boss says activities to continue in Africa

Yevgeny Prigozhin says "there will be no reduction in our programmes" in the continent.

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Commonwealth Games: Gold Coast ready to step in as 2026 hosts, says mayor Tom Tate

Gold Coast is ready to step in and host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, says the Queensland city's mayor Tom Tate.

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Iranian female prisoners tell of filmed strip searches

Former detainees tell the BBC of degrading strip searches which are filmed despite prison rules.

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Powerball: One winning ticket sold for $1.08bn jackpot

The ticket was bought in Los Angeles and has a cash value of $558m before taxes.

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My Husband and I Sleep in Separate Bedrooms. Why Is My Mother-in-Law Obsessed?

By Philip Galanes from NYT Style https://nyti.ms/43GN3iE

Manipur: India video shows how rape is weaponised in conflict

A video that shows two naked women being paraded by a mob in Manipur state has sparked outrage.

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Australian Man and His Dog Rescued After Nearly 3 Months at Sea

By Michael Levenson from NYT World https://nyti.ms/3NXDcPA

Gigi Hadid arrested over drug possession in Cayman Islands

The model's bags were searched as she arrived in the Cayman Islands earlier this month.

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Travis King: US soldier in N Korea had been held after fighting in Seoul

Travis King spent time in a detention facility after getting into fights and hitting a police car.

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Travis King: What we know so far about North Korea's detention of a US soldier

A soldier who crossed the border from South Korea was reportedly facing disciplinary action.

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Migrant girl death in US custody was "preventable"

Girl, 8, died after a "series of failures" by US border agents, an independent report concludes.

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Colombia landslide: Rescuers search for survivors amid mud

Fifteen people are dead after rivers burst their banks and caused a landslide south-east of Bogotá.

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Wagner: Satellite images reveal Belarus camp arrival

A large convoy of suspected Wagner fighters has arrived at a new camp in Belarus.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Relatives Condemn His Bigoted Comments on Covid

By Maggie Astor from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3OjVWdk

Colombian rescuers search for children after river burst its banks

At least six people are dead after rising river waters swept away homes in Cundinamarca province.

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First US nuclear sub docks in South Korea since 1981

The visit was agreed under a landmark defence pact in April and comes amid rising tensions with Pyongyang.

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Georgia Supreme Court Rejects Trump Effort to Quash Investigation

By Danny Hakim from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3Y3nhnu

Heatwave: BBC correspondents on how people are coping

Climate change means places like Murcia in Spain and Phoenix, Arizona are only getting hotter.

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Ros Atkins on... the latest Crimea bridge attack

The BBC's analysis editor examines what happened to the bridge linking Russia with occupied Crimea.

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Man Who Crashed Into Teens After Doorbell Prank Gets Life in Prison

By Eduardo Medina from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/44yiI6X

China youth unemployment hits high as recovery falters

The jobless rate of 16 to 24 year olds in urban areas rose to 21.3% last month, official figures show.

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Twitter loses nearly half advertising revenue since Elon Musk takeover

Elon Musk confirms the firm has a heavy debt load and income in June was not what had been expected.

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A National Treasure, Tarnished: Can Britain Fix Its Health Service?

By Mark Landler from NYT World https://nyti.ms/3OfxlGt

Tour de France 2023: Fan causes crash on stage 15 while taking selfie

A spectator taking a selfie causes an early crash in the peloton with about 20 riders coming off their bikes on stage 15 of the Tour de France.

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DeSantis Sheds Staff Amid Heavy Spending

By Maggie Haberman and Rebecca Davis O’Brien from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3Dhj5qy

Kennedy Road fire: Hundreds of Durban homes destroyed in South Africa

At least one person is known to have died as a fire sweeps through a poor neighbourhood of Durban.

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Swimmers injured in dolphin attacks on Japan beach

One man broke his ribs in what is the sixth such attack in the same region this year.

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Covid Remarks Raise Questions of Antisemitism

By Jonathan Weisman from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3XS6eEO

Singer and actress Jane Birkin dead at 76

The English-French star, who rose to fame alongside Serge Gainsbourg, has died in Paris, French media reports.

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The Gilgo Beach Victims Were Always More Than Escorts

By Robert Kolker from NYT New York https://nyti.ms/43xKRtn

Republican prosecutors target corporate diversity programmes

State attorneys general threaten top US companies with legal action over race-based quotas.

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Wagner mercenaries have arrived in Belarus, Ukraine confirms

After June's mutiny, Wagner troops were told they could join the regular Russian army or head to Belarus.

from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/43ttaeL

They Lost Their Legs. Doctors and Health Care Giants Profited.

By Katie Thomas, Jessica Silver-Greenberg and Robert Gebeloff from NYT Health https://nyti.ms/43qBagu

Suspect in Gilgo Beach Killings Led a Life of Chaos and Control

By Andy Newman and Nate Schweber from NYT New York https://nyti.ms/3NTeTSH

Landslides and floods wreak havoc in South Korea

Thousands have evacuated their homes and at least 20 people are dead amid heavy rain and floods.

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Russian parliament bans gender reassignment surgery for trans people

It is the latest attack on LGBT rights in the country, after another anti-gay law was extended last year.

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Why are actors so worried about AI?

The US actors' union says artificial intelligence poses an "existential threat" to the profession.

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Defense Bill’s Fate Teeters After G.O.P. Wedges In Social Issues

By Karoun Demirjian from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3JTwHvV

South Africa's ex-President Jacob Zuma in Russia for medical treatment

The announcement comes a day after a court ruled he was released from jail on parole unlawfully.

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‘Human Beings Are Soon Going to Be Eclipsed’

By David Brooks from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/44O7vit

Europe heatwave: Extreme heat leads to Greece Acropolis closure

The country's most popular tourist attraction will stay closed between noon and 5pm in the 40C-plus heat.

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Who is Fran Drescher, the sitcom star taking on Hollywood?

A former star of US sitcoms, Fran Drescher is the union chief leading actors into battle with streamers.

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Asia floods: Death toll climbs in severe monsoon season

More than 100 people have died this month as countries across the region experience extreme rainfall.

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Syria seeks to assert control over UN aid deliveries

Damascus says it will play a key part in deliveries, raising fears it could manipulate distribution.

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Kosovo: Drink thrown as brawl breaks out in Kosovo parliament

An opposition lawmaker douses PM Albin Kurti during a parliamentary debate sparking a brief fight.

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Vermont Storm Exposes the Strengths, and Limits, of New Flood Defenses

By Jenna Russell, Richard Beaven and Hilary Swift from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3DdcjCg

We Can’t Just Shoot Our Way Out of This

By Gail Collins from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/3pFUDvY

US approves first over-the-counter birth control pill

The government said the move would help reduce women's barriers to accessing contraception.

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G.O.P.’s Far Right Seeks to Use Defense Bill to Defund Ukraine War Effort

By Karoun Demirjian from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/44Fl7fM

Sudan conflict: 87 people found in Darfur mass grave, UN says

There are concerns the RSF is targeting specific ethnic groups in the West Darfur region.

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Hollywood actors' strike expected alongside screenwriters

The SAG-AFTRA union is expected to opt for strike action on Thursday, after studio talks broke down.

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Is It a Meal? A Snack? No, It’s ‘Girl Dinner.’

By Jessica Roy from NYT Style https://nyti.ms/46IlV5i

Milan Kundera, author of The Unbearable Lightness of Being, dies aged 94

The exiled Czech-French writer used satire to explore totalitarianism and the human condition.

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A Trans Woman Is Crowned Miss Netherlands for the First Time

By Claire Moses from NYT World https://nyti.ms/3JV725M

French to get bonus to make do and mend clothes

In a bid to tackle fast fashion, consumers will get a discount worth up to €25 (£21) per repair.

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The U.S. Reassessment of Netanyahu’s Government Has Begun

By Thomas L. Friedman from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/3JTNjDz

Coronavirus Probably Spread Widely in Deer and Perhaps Back to People, U.S.D.A. Says

By Emily Anthes from NYT Health https://nyti.ms/3rwGMs4

South China Sea: Philippines to allow Barbie film but wants map blurred

Philippine censors said they were convinced the "cartoonish" map did not depict the nine-dash line.

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US storms: Vermont assesses 'devastating' damage as floods recede

Crews in the flooded state capital will clear debris and inspect buildings on Wednesday.

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No Socialism Isnt Making Americans Lazy

By Paul Krugman from NYT Opinion https://nyti.ms/3pCl4Th

Pro surfer Mikala Jones dies at 44 in surfing accident

The Hawaiian surfer, known for capturing footage from inside giant waves, died while surfing in Indonesia.

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When the Water Rushed In Help Rushed Over

By Michael Wilson from NYT New York https://nyti.ms/3NLirGD

Ukraine war: Russian ex-navy commander shot dead while jogging in Krasnodar

Stanislav Rzhitsky was reportedly shot dead by an unidentified gunman in the Russian city of Krasnodar.

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More Rain Expected in Northeast After Deadly Weekend Floods

By Claire Moses, Judson Jones and Christine Hauser from NYT New York https://nyti.ms/3PQBxxQ

Sweden Nato membership: Turkey calls for new EU membership talks

President Erdogan says he will back Sweden's Nato bid in return for the renewed dialogue.

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The Case That Could Be Foxs Next Dominion

By Jeremy W. Peters and Alan Feuer from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/44Em7R9

US storms: Millions under flood warnings in north-east

At least one person dies in New York as flood waters sweep through streets and force road closures.

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I Had an Affair With Someone My Spouse and I See Socially. Help!

By Philip Galanes from NYT Style https://nyti.ms/3NFAi1N

Dutch PM Mark Rutte to quit politics after government collapse

Mark Rutte says he will stand down after fresh elections are held in November.

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Watch: Heavy rainfall and flooding in India's Himachal Pradesh

North India has been witnessing heavy rainfall and flooding over the last few days.

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Several Things Have Shocked Me: An Ex-Insider on Business in China

By Ravi Mattu from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/3pz0yD1

War in Ukraine: Biden flies to UK amid concern over cluster bombs

The US president is facing criticism over his decision to send the controversial weapons to Ukraine.

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Has Janet Yellen's trip to Beijing improved US-China relations?

Polite and respectful communication has returned - but progress could easily be knocked back.

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Twitter Blue accounts fuel Ukraine War misinformation

False and misleading claims about the war in Ukraine are being widely shared.

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Sleep Better at Every Age

By Dani Blum from NYT Well https://nyti.ms/3O4FXj5

France bans buying fireworks for Bastille Day after riots

The move comes after rioting sparked by last month's killing of a 17-year-old by police in Nanterre.

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BBC presenter allegations: Urgent talks to take place

The corporation is under pressure after a presenter was accused of paying a teenager for sexual images.

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US-China talks a 'step forward' in relations says Janet Yellen

But the US Treasury Secretary says the countries still have "significant disagreements" at the end of her trip.

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The End of the Magic Worlds 50-Year Grudge

By David Segal from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/3PNlh0p

5 National Park Destinations That Arent Parks

By Lauren Sloss from NYT Travel https://nyti.ms/44xtzO6

Recife: Eight killed in Brazil apartment block collapse

The four-storey block of flats collapsed in the early hours of the morning in the city of Recife.

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Evan Gershkovich: US confirms Russia contact over prisoner swap for reporter

The White House says it is prepared to do "hard things" to free the American journalist from Russia.

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Latvia swears in Edgars Rinkevics as EU's first openly gay president

Edgars Rinkevics came out in 2014 and has been a vocal champion of LGBT rights.

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Malmö is Swedish city chosen to host Eurovision next year

The coastal city is to host next year's song contest after Loreen's victory in Liverpool.

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BBC correspondent probes Belarus leader on nuclear weapons

The BBC's Steve Rosenberg questions Mr Lukashenko at the Palace of Independence in Minsk.

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Yellen in Beijing Criticizes Chinas Treatment of U.S. Companies

By Alan Rappeport from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/3Nzd8d6

US plans to send controversial cluster munitions to Ukraine- reports

The controversial weapons package comes amid an ammunition shortage in Ukraine.

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Neutral Swiss and Austrians join Europe's Sky Shield defence

The plan to protect European skies has now attracted 19 countries since Russia invaded Ukraine.

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Yellen criticises Chinese curbs against US firms

The US Treasury Secretary said decoupling the world’s two largest economies would destabilise the global economy.

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Fukushima: China extends ban on some Japanese food over wastewater release plan

The move is a response to Japan's plan to release water from the wrecked nuclear plant into the sea.

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Taylor Swift: What Asian fans did for her concert tickets

Furious competition for Eras Tour seats will fulfil or crush fans' Wildest Dreams.

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Sweden jails Kurd for financing terrorism after Turkey calls for crackdown

The judge insists the verdict is not related in any way to Sweden's bid to join Nato.

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Israeli artillery strikes Lebanon after rocket launch

Israel’s military says it responded with shell fire after a rocket was fired from southern Lebanon.

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Tourist who carved on Colosseum 'did not know how old it was'

The UK-based holidaymaker says he did not realise how old the Roman arena was when he acted.

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Judge Unseals More of Affidavit Used to Seek Mar-a-Lago Search Warrant

By Alan Feuer and Maggie Haberman from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/438w1JS