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Royal Navy air crew killed in Devon helicopter crash named
A Merlin Mk4 helicopter crashed during a training exercise in Devon on Wednesday.
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Woman falsely identified as officer in Henry Nowak case 'scared for safety'
Ex-police officer Christi Hill says she has been moved to safe house after being falsely accused of being involved in Henry Nowak's arrest before his death.
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Man shot with crossbow at the University of Surrey, say police
Police say a man was shot at Manor Park Student Village, Guildford, on Thursday morning.
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Russia’s Andreeva beats Ukraine’s Kostyuk in no-handshake French Open semi
No handshake and no photo as Mirra Andreeva of Russia beats Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine to reach French Open final.
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Pro-Palestinian badges should not be worn by NHS staff, UK review suggests
Anti-Semitism review recommends that badges proclaiming political support should not be worn by public health workers
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Sunshine Silver Mining Rises 11% After $270 Million US IPO
Sunshine Silver Mining & Refining Co. shares opened 11% above their IPO price after the mine owner raised $270 million in an upsized US initial public offering.
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‘Unpatriotic’: Trump decries Republicans who voted to constrain Iran war
Trump takes aim at lawmakers after House passes war powers resolution; advocates call on Senate to advance the measure.
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Blackstone-Backed Liftoff Rises 9.1% After $437 Million US IPO
Liftoff Mobile Inc. shares climbed 9.1% in their debut after raising $437 million in a US initial public offering, in the company’s second attempt at going public this year.
Full storyDangote Is Doubling Giant Oil Refinery and Plotting Trading Push
Aliko Dangote has started work to double capacity at his huge oil refinery in Nigeria, which when finished will rival the world’s largest site and give Africa’s richest person a stronger grip of global fuel supply chains.
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CBS News races to steady ‘60 Minutes’ after Scott Pelley’s firing
With a shellshocked staff and several open correspondent offices, Nick Bilton is trying to find a way forward for “60 Minutes.”
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Treasuries Rise as Oil Signals Optimism on Iran Peace Accord
Treasuries rose and the dollar slipped as investors drew optimism about the prospects of a US-Iran peace deal from a conditional ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, despite ongoing clashes.
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Ex-Ukraine Foreign Minister Warns Europe Against Putin Talks
A Western European initiative to bring Russia into peace talks with Ukraine risks increasing the pressure on Kyiv for concessions, according to Ukraine’s former top diplomat.
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Petro Backs Away From Proposal to Rewrite Colombian Constitution
President Gustavo Petro is walking back his own unpopular proposal to re-write Colombia’s constitution as his ally seeks to win over centrist voters ahead of this month’s election runoff.
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Morgan Stanley Sees Fed Discounting War in Considering Any Hike
The Federal Reserve would probably discount the effects of the Iran war on prices if policymakers decide raising interest rates becomes necessary this year, according to Morgan Stanley’s global head of fixed income research.
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Hungary to Back Year-Long Extension of EU Sanctions on Russia
Hungary said it will back a full year’s extension of the European Union’s sanctions against Russia in a major reversal from its previous role in stonewalling the process, according to people familiar with the matter.
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Canada to Provide Funding, Buy Equity Stakes in AI Startups
Canada will provide funding to help artificial intelligence companies scale up, and plans to take equity stakes in the country’s most promising AI firms to accelerate the creation of so-called “national champions”.
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Stolen Ribs Nearly Spoiled Shake Shack’s Hit BBQ Sandwich
Shake Shack Inc., already grappling with rising beef prices and budget-strapped diners, is facing yet another headache: a stolen truckload of barbecue ribs.
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Lebanon’s latest truce: What is different from the April agreement?
The ceasefire’s prospects appear uncertain before its implementation has even started.
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Iran footballers describe how war with US-Israel affects their World Cup
Iran national players Saeid Ezatolahi and Mohammad Ghorbani talk about how war is overshadowing a World Cup dream.
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Trump hits back at 'unpatriotic' vote after House rebukes him over Iran
The lower chamber of Congress passed a measure that seeks to halt further military action, in a vote seen as largely symbolic.
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New details revealed of Epstein assistant’s abuse allegations as GOP lawmakers call for DOJ investigation
House Oversight Chair James Comer and other Republican lawmakers are calling on the Justice Department to investigate allegations involving two men accused of sexually abusing Jeffrey Epstein’s longtime assistant, according to a letter provided first to CNN.
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Marjane Satrapi: Oscar-nominated Persepolis author and director dies aged 56
The French-Iranian author and illustrator was known for her graphic novel series and Oscar-nominated film.
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'Nothing left to chance' for Bayeux Tapestry journey to London
The 950-year-old work will be as safe "as a baby" during its move to London, French officials say.
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Bondi Beach shooting hero Ahmed al Ahmed charged with assault
Ahmed al Ahmed disarmed one of the alleged shooters during the deadly attack at a Jewish event.
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Who are the World Cup Golden Boot favourites? Mbappe, Ronaldo, Messi, Kane?
There are a host of top players who could claim the coveted title of top goal scorer, including two from the same team.
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Israel’s Smotrich announces plan for 2,162 homes in occupied West Bank
The far-right finance minister says the new houses will ‘strengthen our hold on the land’.
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A cryptic message from a man at a California bank was the beginning of a 15-hour hostage situation
Freddy Arredondo was in line at Chase Bank in Bakersfield, California, Tuesday afternoon chatting with a greeter when a man came up to him.
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Is the Lifetime ISA fit for purpose in London?
The number of people withdrawing money from a LISA is outpacing the number using one to buy a home. Why?
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Starmer accuses Musk of trying to whip up division over Henry Nowak murder
X-owner Musk has posted several times on the site criticising the police treatment of Henry Nowak.
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No resorts, no direct flights: Why this island might be one of Europe’s best-kept secrets
While some Canary Islands face overtourism, remote El Hierro remains untouched, boasting volcanic landscapes, sustainable traditions, renewable energy and an absence of crowds.
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Itamar Ben-Gvir: The face of Israel’s hard right — or the face of Israel?
Despite internal criticism, analysts argue Ben-Gvir holds a mirror to much of Israeli society.
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Marjane Satrapi, French Iranian artist and the author of ‘Persepolis,’ dies at 56
French-Iranian artist, author and women’s rights activist Marjane Satrapi, the illustrator behind the graphic novel memoir “Persepolis,” has died at 56.
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Harry and Meghan celebrate Lilibet's fifth birthday
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex share a picture of their daughter Lilibet, calling her "our dream girl".
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US House votes to end Trump’s Iran war: Does it matter?
Four Republicans join Democrats in rare rebuke of president. But Congress still far from able to stop further attacks.
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Murder trial underway for Texas teen accused of killing school athlete rival
Opening statements were set for Thursday in the murder trial of a former Texas high school athlete accused of taking out a knife during a track meet and fatally stabbing a 17-year-old competitor from a rival team in the stadium’s bleachers.
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US Marine Corps retires the first fighter jet that didn’t need a runway
The United States Marine Corps on Wednesday celebrated the end of service for the AV-8B Harrier II, the vertical takeoff and landing jet that’s been an icon of Marine aviation for 55 years.
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Russia ramps up aerial attacks as it struggles on the ground in Ukraine
Russia’s air attacks have grown in sheer volume in recent months, hammering Ukraine with more drones and high-speed missiles than ever before, as Moscow’s forces struggle to make meaningful progress on the ground.
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How Epstein plotted to escape justice in his final months
Texts, emails and other documents reveal how he attempted to control the damage as law enforcement closed in
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Iran war live: Tensions simmer after latest US-Iran clashes in Gulf
Lebanon’s Health Ministry reports that 3,516 people have now been killed by Israeli attacks on the country since March.
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Rubio responds to videos appearing to show Trump sleeping in Cabinet meetings | CNN Politics
US Secretary Marco Rubio pushed back forcefully on Rep. Ted Lieu after the Democratic Congressman played videos that appeared to show President Trump dozing in meetings.
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