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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...
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Post Office scandal victim dedicates OBE to 'sub-postmasters we have lost'
The 92-year-old said she dedicate the OBE to 'all sub-postmasters we have lost'. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links re...
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Major Russian bombardment of Ukraine kills 11, after Ukraine denies dormitory strike
Russia warned that the "systemic strikes" are in response to a drone attack on a Luhansk dormitory, which Ukraine denies. Newsiline summarises this repor...
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European Parliament committee votes to scrap US tariffs
US President Donald Trump has threatened to slap higher tariffs on European goods if the EU misses a July 4 deadline to approve a trade deal with Washingt...
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Two people shot dead amid Kenya protests against US Ebola quarantine centre plan
The US plan has sparked public anger and led to demonstrations near the site of the proposed treatment facility. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Pentagon policy illegally banned transgender troops from military, appeals court rules
A divided panel of appeals court judges has ruled that a Trump administration policy illegally banned transgender troops from military service. Newsiline...
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Minimum rental standards
Think your rental falls below the minimum standards? Newsiline summarises this report from ABC News Just In and links readers to the original publisher fo...
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Liverpool in advanced talks with Iraola
Liverpool are in advanced talks with Andoni Iraola as they look to appoint a new head coach following the sacking of Arne Slot. Newsiline summarises this...
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US-Iran talks appear stalled as Trump claims otherwise
Iranian media had reported US-Iran negotiations were halted amid continued fighting in Lebanon. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All...
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Middle East updates: US-Iran talks appear to stall again
An Iranian military official says "war is inevitable" because Tehran won't surrender. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English a...
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Middle East updates: US-Iran talks appear to stall
An Iranian military official says "war is inevitable" because Tehran won't surrender. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English a...
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Parents of infant twins questioned about 'inconsistencies in evidence'
A coronial inquest is being held into the death of 18-week-old, premature-born twins, who cannot be identified for legal reasons, who died in their Far No...
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EU strikes migration deal for more deportations and detention centers abroad
The European Union has moved forward with an overhaul of its migration policy, aiming to ramp up deportations and build detention centers abroad. Newsilin...
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One Nation SA says it will not support 'one scrap of legislation' by Labor
South Australia's One Nation is threatening to block every Labor government bill in a bid to ask for "equal" resources in parliament. Newsiline summarises...
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Trump's call to Hezbollah was unprecedented. What does it mean for a Lebanon ceasefire?
Donald Trump reportedly was 'furious' in his call with the Israeli prime minister. Newsiline summarises this report from SBS News Australia and links read...
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Spacewalking With Scott Wray, Artemis EVA Training Lead
Scott Wray’s experience with spacewalks started when he was about 6 years old. Newsiline summarises this report from NASA - News Releases and links reader...
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For veterans, a place where peace can take root
Iraq war veteran John Follmer leads vet volunteers who are rehabbing a neglected Japanese garden on the West LA Veterans Affairs Campus. Newsiline summari...
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Tuesday is a big primary day. Here are key races to watch
Six states — California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, South Dakota and New Mexico — hold elections on Tuesday. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR New...
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Why is Michigan loosening its rules for parents wanting to exempt kids from vaccines?
A decade ago, Michigan had high rates of parents not vaccinating their children, so it required them to attend an in-person education class to get an exem...
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Stripping U.S. citizenship en masse is harder than Trump vowed
President Trump's vow to revoke citizenship worries immigrant advocates, legal scholars and naturalized Americans — but so far it's proving harder to do t...
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Katter attempt to dodge ban and debate abortion access shot down by Qld government
The subject became an issue ahead of the last Queensland election in October 2024, with premier David Crisafulli implementing a ban on abortion debate aft...
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Who owns the billions in Germany's 'forgotten accounts'?
Billions of euros sit untouched in Germany's dormant bank accounts. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links readers t...
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Global conflicts push Sri Lanka's economy to the brink
Sri Lanka was careening from crisis to crisis, then came the Mideast war. Newsiline summarises this report from NPR World and links readers to the origina...
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Germany news: Poverty rises to new high, charity group says
Poverty in Germany appears to be rising, with one charity group warning of a "crisis-like situation." Meanwhile, Hungary's new Prime Minister, Peter Magya...
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Councillor defends calling CEO 'despicable, disgusting woman'
A regional councillor has justified using offensive language towards the council's CEO in multiple emails and social media videos, claiming that he was at...
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Border, peace, democracy: Myanmar president's India visit is closely watched
Myanmar is seeking to broaden diplomatic engagement after years of international criticism and isolation. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Former Lioness Jill Scott to do 388-mile cycle and run challenge for Sport Relief
Along the way, she will stop at football stadiums and hubs that have been a part of her life. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories...
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Israel-Lebanon conflict: Why military pressure isn't enough
Clashes persist as Israel pushes deeper into Lebanon despite Trump's ceasefire claims. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English...
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The Isak saga which damaged two clubs' seasons
Alexander Isak's move from Newcastle United to Liverpool was the transfer saga of last summer. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Storie...