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Nigeria: How religious divides worsen conflict during drought
Drought is often blamed for Nigeria's farmer-herder violence. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links readers to the...
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How Ebola kills -- and what it takes to stop it
It's a virus that can strike with unrelenting force. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers to the original publisher for the fu...
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Idris Elba and Torvill and Dean receive honours at Windsor Castle
Actress and comic Meera Syal was among the other stars to receive honours from King Charles on Tuesday. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - T...
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Fulham boss Silva close to Benfica agreement
Fulham head coach Marco Silva is close to reaching an agreement to take charge at Benfica. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories an...
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Donaldson sex abuse trial hears police interview from alleged rape victim
Sir Jeffrey Donaldson, the former DUP leader, is on trial for 18 sex abuse charges, all of which he denies. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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Twin Peaks actor dies suddenly at 44
The star played Agent Wilson and died "suddenly, naturally, and peacefully", his brother says. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainm...
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Murrell used SNP cards for £400,000 spending spree
The former SNP chief executive is facing a lengthy jail sentence after admitting embezzling funds from the party. Newsiline summarises this report from BB...
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UN General Assembly elects Bangladesh’s Rahman as next president
Bangladeshi Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman was elected President of the UN General Assembly’s 81st session on Tuesday after defeating Andreas Kakouris o...
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Haiti: UN rights office welcomes new judicial units to tackle gang violence and impunity
The UN human rights office, OHCHR, on Tuesday welcomed the opening of two specialised judicial units in Haiti, saying the move marked “a significant step...
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UN mission reports rising tensions along the Blue Line in Lebanon
Monday’s hastily convened meeting of the UN Security Council at the request of France in response to escalating violence in Lebanon between Israeli forces...
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World News in Brief: Violence hampers Ebola efforts, aid delivery in Darfur and Gaza, Nicaraguan activist’s death in custody
Escalating violence in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continues to impact civilians and efforts to fight Ebola, UN aid coordination of...
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‘Women and girls cannot wait’: Lebanon’s crisis is putting lives at risk
Women and girls in Lebanon are paying an increasingly devastating price as violence and displacement continue despite a ceasefire, the UN reproductive hea...
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Lebanon hospital strikes impact most vulnerable patients, warns WHO
The UN health agency in Lebanon is verifying reports of strikes on a hospital in the southern city of Tyre on Monday, amid a concerning rise in attacks on...
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UN deplores another wave of Russian attacks across Ukraine
Overnight attacks in three key cities in Ukraine have left several civilians dead, scores more injured, and homes, hospitals and shops destroyed or damage...
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UN urges world not to forget Rohingya refugees as aid cuts threaten vital support
As the world approaches nine years since the mass displacement of Rohingya refugees from Myanmar into Bangladesh, the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) has appeal...
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El Niño confirmed, set to fuel more extreme weather, says WMO
The UN urged all countries on Tuesday to bolster early warning systems after confirming the onset of El Niño, warning that the Pacific Ocean-warming pheno...
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Ghana's anti-LGBTQ+ bill to be scrutinised before approval, president says
Passed by MPs, the bill proposes prison sentences for people identifying as part of the LGBTQ+ community. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Five questions left unanswered by the Mandelson files
A second batch of files relating to Lord Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador has been released. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Poli...
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CSIRO confirms significant job cuts due to rising science costs
Executive staff said they can meet climate change research obligations despite restricting their workforce. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News...
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Sacked BBC journalist loses employment tribunal
An employment tribunal dismisses Sean McGinty's three claims, which it says were "not well-founded". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Ente...
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Instagram AI chatbot tricked by hackers to give access to others' accounts
Some reports have linked the incident to recent cases of high-profile Instagram accounts being hijacked. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Sir Kenny Dalglish undergoing treatment for cancer
Sir Kenny Dalglish confirms he is undergoing treatment for cancer. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links readers to the o...
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Maga influencer admits London Tube station assault
Melissa Rein Lively accepted a caution, while an assault by beating charge against her was withdrawn. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Wor...
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UK Athletics fined £350,000 over death of Paralympian
A judge at the Old Bailey has fined UK Athletics £350,000 with £44,000 in costs after hearing how a paralympic athlete died when equipment fell on him at...
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Cara Delevingne says new music was inspired by getting sober
The model and actress is now moving into the world of music, having released her first two songs. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Sto...
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Genital herpes rising in England, despite overall drop in STIs
New cases of genital herpes have increased, while many other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) have started to decline. Newsiline summarises this rep...
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'He's causing havoc': Parrot loose in Inverness blamed for damage to cars
Residents of Lochardil say the parakeet is pecking chunks out of parts of their cars. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and lin...
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DOJ will pause $1.8 billion fund, per court order. And, key primaries to watch today
The DOJ says it will abide by a federal court order pausing its anti-weaponization fund. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR News and links readers...
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Unpacking Germany's campaign for a UN Security Council seat
On Wednesday, the United Nations will hold elections for several seats on the UN Security Council. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle -...
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Germany seeks a seat on the UN Security Council
In early June, the United Nations will hold elections for several seats on the US Security Council. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle -...
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Taiwan's Lai: Status quo is key to secure tech supply chains
President Lai Ching-te has opened an AI and tech summit in Taipei, saying preserving the status quo is key to securing supply chains. Newsiline summarises...
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Murdered student Henry Nowak told police 'I can't breathe' while handcuffed
The Independent Office for Police Conduct says an investigation into the police actions is ongoing. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top S...
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By-election no stepping stone, Tory candidate says
Michael Winstanley said some Makerfield constituents felt they were being used as "political pawns". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top...
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Can a reality show villain become mayor of one of America's largest cities?
Republican Spencer Pratt, known for his TV role on The Hills, appears to be in a tight race with two Democrats. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Legendary warrior women: The history of the Amazons
They're said to have cut off their breasts to better draw their bows, and killed their male offspring. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Well...
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Sabrina Carpenter gets restraining order against man who showed up at her home
The singer reported a series of "deeply alarming" incidents at her house to Los Angeles police. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - World and...