Jeffrey Epstein victims' fund awards $121m to survivors
About 150 people who were sexually abused by the disgraced New York financier have received payouts. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
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Monday, August 9, 2021
Climate change: At-risk nations fear extinction after IPCC report
The most vulnerable developing countries plead for action after a stark warning from a UN panel. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3s1O...
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Lukashenko: 'You can choke on your sanctions in the UK'
The UK and US are tightening sanctions on Belarus, hitting economic sectors. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3iwmZlF
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Suspect in Nantes cathedral fire held over French priest's killing
French police also suspect the Rwandan man of starting a fire that ravaged Nantes cathedral in 2020. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
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A Hotter Future Is Certain, Climate Panel Warns. But How Hot Is Up to Us.
By Brad Plumer and Henry Fountain from NYT Climate https://nyti.ms/3fLcTfd
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Shishov case: Belarus leader Lukashenko denies link to dissident's death
Alexander Lukashenko insists he had nothing to do with a suspicious hanging in Ukraine last week. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2U2...
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New world news from Time: The Latest IPCC Report Says We’re Probably Going to Pass the 1.5°C Climate Threshold. What’s Next?
Three years ago the United Nations climate science body issued a landmark report warning that the planet was on track to blow past...
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Andrew Cuomo: Accuser Brittany Commisso says governor broke law
Brittany Commisso speaks out for the first time about alleged groping incidents with New York governor. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
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We For India: Stars unite to help Covid relief work in India
Ed Sheeran, Annie Lennox, Mick Jagger and Bollywood actors will join forces for livestreamed event. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3...
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Climate change: Five things we have learned from the IPCC report
What are the key takeaways from the IPCC new study on the science of climate change? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3fI5s8f
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Thunberg calls out climate impact of fashion brands in Vogue interview
Many companies are only pretending to care about the climate, the activist tells Vogue Scandinavia. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3...
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New world news from Time: The One Silver Lining in the Bleak IPCC Report
As heat waves, hurricanes and other extreme weather events around the world hit harder and more often in recent years, scientists h...
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New world news from Time: Scientists Are More Certain About the Effects of Climate Change Than Ever. You Can Tell by the Language They Use
In so many ways, not much has changed since the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)—perhaps the premier...
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Sunday, August 8, 2021
Golfer Kim scores 13 on par three hole
Finding water five times on one hole saw South Korea's Kim Si-woo score 13 on a par three to record the highest score on the PGA Tour si...
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Greece wildfires: Strong winds push flames towards villages
Greece is experiencing its most severe heatwave in 30 years with temperatures reaching 45C (113F). from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2X...
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Greece wildfires: 'It's like a horror movie but it's real life'
Thousands of people have had to evacuate Greece's second biggest island as severe wildfires rage. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
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Why China's climate policy matters to us all
The global battle against climate change is likely to be won or lost in China. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3jzoYFo
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Malta: The teenagers pulled from the sea and accused of terrorism
How three teenagers rescued from the Mediterranean Sea ended up in Malta accused of terrorism. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3Co7uE...
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Assam-Mizoram clash: 'It was like a war between two countries'
A long-running border dispute is affecting relations between two neighbouring Indian states. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/37tsJGG ...
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Children's home fire: 'The souls of our daughters are still there'
The mothers of teenage girls who died in a 2017 fire at a children's home in Guatemala want justice. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
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Tokyo 2020: The Olympic DJs playing in empty stadiums
DJs have found themselves in the unusual position of playing music in virtually empty Olympic stadiums. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
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Mozambique insurgency: Key port retaken from insurgents - Rwanda
Mocímboa da Praia was the Islamist militants' last stronghold in northern Mozambique, Rwanda says. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
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Outrage after Zimbabwean girl, 14, dies giving birth at church shrine
Memory Machaya's death at a church leads to calls for the government to end forced child marriage. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
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Lionel Messi: Barcelona star in tears as he receives ovation news conference
Lionel Messi is distraught as he receives a standing ovation from team-mates, journalists, officials and his family at a news conference con...
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Greece wildfires: Hundreds more evacuated as uncontrolled fires rage
Ferries carry tourists and locals to safety from Greece's second-largest island, Evia. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3lKmMO2
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Nigeria kidnappings: Chibok schoolgirl returns home seven years on
More than 270 girls were seized by Islamist militants in 2014, and many of them are still missing. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3A...
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Saudi Arabia to allow in vaccinated Umrah pilgrims
The Islamic holy city of Mecca will allow vaccinated pilgrims to enter, the Saudi authorities say. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3j...
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Lionel Messi: Paris St-Germain move 'a possibility' after Barcelona exit
A tearful Lionel Messi says joining Paris St-Germain from Barcelona is "a possibility, but nothing is agreed". from BBC News - W...
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North Korea: Kim Jong-un calls for relief in flood-hit areas
More than 1,000 homes have been damaged and about 5,000 people evacuated as a result of flooding. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Vs...
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North Korea floods: Homes destroyed and thousands evacuated
The state broadcaster says some regions have seen over 50cm (20in) of rain in three days. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3yCmY5q
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For G.O.P., Infrastructure Bill Is a Chance to Inch Away From Trump
By Luke Broadwater and Emily Cochrane from NYT U.S. https://nyti.ms/3fENwvd
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Saturday, August 7, 2021
Climate change: Low-income countries 'can't keep up' with impacts
Officials warn that the severity of natural disasters is outpacing efforts to prevent their damage. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3...
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Abba Kyari: The Nigerian super sleuth wanted in the US
Highly decorated policeman Abba Kyari's reputation is under scrutiny over alleged fraud. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3jBgjCa ...
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India teachers’ fight for period leave gathers steam
Indian teachers' demand for period leave reignites debate over whether it's a positive step for women. from BBC News - World https...
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Greece wildfires: PM describes 'nightmarish summer'
Thousands have been evacuated as wildfires continue to ravage parts of the country. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3yyBTNU
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Tokyo Olympics: Capturing the perfect moment
Three sports photographers explain what goes into getting the best shots of the day at the Games. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3Cn...
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Cuba allows small and medium-sized private businesses
Up to 100 employees will now be allowed in private companies, in a major shift after mass protests. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3...
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Capitol riot: Off-duty Seattle police officers fired over assault
The officers stood by as Donald Trump's supporters stormed the government building, an inquiry says. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
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Famous Central Park owl killed in crash with van
Barry the beloved owl was hit by a maintenance vehicle in the park while searching for food. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3CqprlN ...
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How Biden’s E.V. Plan Could Help Tesla and Squeeze Toyota
By Jack Ewing and Neal E. Boudette from NYT Business https://nyti.ms/3jOn1VN
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New world news from Time: Jessica Springsteen Earns Silver Medal With U.S. Equestrian Jumping Team
TOKYO (AP) — The Springsteen family has gone platinum many times over. Time to make space for a little silver, too. Jessica Sprin...
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Larry Page: Google co-founder granted New Zealand residency
The country's immigration services say he applied under a category for wealthy investors. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2WWiRmI...
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Tokyo 2020: Japan beat US to win first Olympic baseball gold medal
An elated Japanese side won the coveted Olympic baseball gold at Tokyo 2020 after beating the United States on Saturday. from BBC News - W...
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Tokyo Olympics: Brazil defend men's football title with win over Spain
Brazil defend their Olympic men's football title following a dramatic extra-time victory over Spain. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
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ICYMI: Surfing, an Olympic maze and a sheep stampede
Some of the stories you may have missed this week. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/37rnFma
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India wins first athletics gold in men's javelin
India has now won seven medals at Tokyo - one gold, two silver and four bronze, its biggest Olympic haul ever. from BBC News - World https...
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Tokyo Olympics: Sifan Hassan wins 10,000m gold for third medal of Games
Dutchwoman Sifan Hassan wins the 10,000m to seal her second gold and third medal of the Tokyo Olympics. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
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Bat killed by cat after record 1,200-mile journey
A record-breaking bat - the size of a human thumb - is discovered in Russia after flying from London. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
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Greece fires: Hundreds rescued by coastguard
The coastguard moved 650 people from Limni, in the north of the island of Evia. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3lHGABE
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Tokyo Olympics: Israel's Linoy Ashram ends Russian dominance in rhythmic gymnastics
Israel's Linoy Ashram caused a huge upset in the Olympic rhythmic gymnastics individual all-around final, becoming the first non-Russian...
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Tokyo Olympics: German pentathlon coach thrown out for punching horse
A German coach who appeared to strike a horse with her fist during the modern pentathlon is thrown out of the Olympics. from BBC News - Wo...
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China says no more Mao badges after IOC warning
The Olympic body says it has been told Chinese athletes will no longer wear badges seen as political. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
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Friday, August 6, 2021
Week in pictures: 31 July - 6 August 2021
A selection of powerful images taken around the world this week. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3xu3crm
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Tokyo Olympics: Kenya's Peres Jepchirchir wins women's marathon
Peres Jepchirchir wins the women's marathon at Tokyo 2020 as Kenya claim a one-two in sweltering 28C heat in Japan's northern city o...
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Mercer Street: Tanker blast evidence points to Iran, says US
The attack on the Israeli-operated merchant tanker last week killed two people. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3jvGVo9
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Greece fires spread uncontrolled, killing a fireman
Thousands of people are being evacuated as uncontrolled fires continue to rage. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3s0gXNB
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Telfar Clemens: Designer creates Tokyo 2020 Olympic outfits for Team Liberia
American-Liberian designer Telfar Clemens created Liberian team's outfits at the Tokyo Olympics. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
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Afghan interpreter: 'A better life for my wife and children in the UK'
Afghan interpreters who worked with British forces are being relocated to the UK, as the Taliban advance. from BBC News - World https://bb...
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Families of 9/11 victims tell Biden not attend memorial events
Relatives of the 2001 terror attack victims say Mr Biden must declassify what role Saudi Arabia had. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
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Two arrested over plot to kill Myanmar UN ambassador - US
Ambassador Kyaw Moe Tun is a vocal critic of Myanmar's junta, which seized power in a coup on 1 February. from BBC News - World https:...
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US expands citizenship for children born abroad in win for same-sex couples
Children born through surrogacy or IVF can now qualify, even without being related to the US parent. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
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Dixie Fire: California town decimated by largest active US blaze
The US' largest active fire warped street lights and destroyed the town of Greenville, California. from BBC News - World https://bbc.i...
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Eurovision, Euro 2020 and Tokyo 2020 Olympics - Italy's golden summer
"This is Italy's moment of glory" - after Eurovision & Euro 2020 victories, an Italian Wimbledon finalist, now comes Olymp...
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Allyson Felix sets record with 10th medal
American Allyson Felix becomes the most decorated female track and field athlete of all time by taking 400m bronze for her 10th Olympic meda...
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Snickers Spain pulls TV advert after homophobia accusations
The brand apologises for a "misunderstanding" after its Spanish commercial was heavily criticised. from BBC News - World https:/...
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Kenny first GB woman to win gold at three games
Laura Kenny and Katie Archibald win Olympic madison gold before Jack Carlin wins sprint bronze. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3AgSr...
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How Cuomo and His Team Retaliated Against His Accusers
By Luis Ferré-Sadurní and Jonah E. Bromwich from NYT New York https://nyti.ms/3jAx8NQ
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Taliban capture regional capital - Afghan officials
The Taliban reportedly take a provincial capital, a key moment in their offensive on Afghan government forces. from BBC News - World https...
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New world news from Time: Japan’s COVID-19 Strategy Relied on Trust. Holding the Olympics Shattered It at the Worst Possible Time
On Tuesday evening about a dozen people huddled together around a big screen TV at a sports bar in a residential neighborhood in we...
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Afghanistan: Dawa Khan Menapal assassinated in Kabul
Taliban militants killed Dawa Khan Menapal in the capital after warning they would target officials. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
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Greece battles wildfires near Athens and on Evia island
Strong winds and scorching heat fuel dozens of blazes, forcing thousands to evacuate. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2Vtttcs
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CNN fires unvaccinated employees for going to office
The network is among several US firms to require employees working with others to be vaccinated. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3jy0...
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Jennifer Aniston explains cutting off unvaccinated friends
The Friends actor has elaborated on why she has "lost a few people" who have refused the jab. from BBC News - World https://bbc....
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Covid: Italy rolls out 'green pass' for public venue access
All those aged 12 and over with at least one jab will be able to access bars, cinemas and gyms. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3fBH0...
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Thursday, August 5, 2021
Lionel Messi will not stay at Barcelona
Barcelona say Lionel Messi will not be staying at the club "because of financial and structural obstacles". from BBC News - Worl...
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Belgian students face trial over initiation death
Eighteen former members of an elite university fraternity are linked to the death of a black student. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
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Lalibela: Ethiopia's Tigray rebels take Unesco world heritage town
Forces from the Tigray region have taken control of Lalibela, home to famed rock-hewn churches. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/2WNT6...
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Tokyo Olympics: Matt Walls wins omnium gold, Holly Bradshaw claims pole vault bronze, Liam Heath takes kayak bronze & boxer Galal Yafai shines
Matt Walls wins Britain's 50th medal of Tokyo 2020 by taking omnium gold, while Holly Bradshaw and Liam Heath secure bronzes. from BBC...
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Andrew Cuomo faces impeachment threat as New York governor
Fellow Democrats are urging New York’s governor to quit or be forced out after a report into alleged harassment. from BBC News - World htt...
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Notorious 'Ndrangheta mafia fugitive arrested after two years on the run
Mobster Domenico Paviglianiti, known as the "boss of the bosses", has been arrested in Madrid. from BBC News - World https://bbc...
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California Gold Rush town 'destroyed' by state's largest wildfire
The Dixie Fire, the largest burning in California, has razed much of the town of Greenville. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3xupsRU ...
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New world news from Time: These Women Fought For Afghanistan’s Future. Now They Don’t Want to Leave It Behind
Last week more than 200 Afghan interpreters who worked with the U.S. military landed in Virginia, recipients of a special visa fo...
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Belarus Olympian Timanovskaya says grandmother warned her not to come home
Krystina Timanovskaya says she fled after being warned it was not safe to fly home from the Olympics. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in...
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Russian gay family flees to Spain after threats
The lesbian family suffered homophobic abuse after appearing in a Russian health food ad. from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/3AcW6t5
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Turkish influencer prosecuted 'for photos at Amsterdam sex museum'
Merve Taskin says she faces obscenity charges in Turkey after posting "joke" photos of sex toys. from BBC News - World https://b...
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COP26: What is the UN climate conference in Glasgow and why is it so important?
The annual climate change summit is being held in Glasgow - who's going and what's at stake? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/...
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New world news from Time: Tokyo Logs Record Number of COVID-19 Cases As Infections Surge Amid Olympics
TOKYO —Tokyo reported 5,042 new coronavirus cases on Thursday, its most since the pandemic began as infections surge in the Japanes...
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Carl Lewis brands US relay failure 'embarrassment'
American sprint legend Carl Lewis says the failure of his country's 4x100m men's team to reach the final at Tokyo 2020 was a "t...
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Munchausen by Internet: Are chronic illness influencers really faking it?
Munchausen by Internet: Are some influencers faking illnesses for fame, money and attention? from BBC News - World https://bbc.in/37mUvEK ...
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Teenager Quan sets record to win women's diving gold
Chinese diver Quan Hongchan, 14, sets a new world record to beat 15-year-old Chen Yuxi and win women's diving 10m platform gold. from ...
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Team USA to face France in basketball final
Team USA will play France in the final of the men's basketball as they chase their fourth consecutive gold medal. from BBC News - Worl...
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