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Is UK facing drought for second summer in a row?
The longest dry spell in over 30 years for central England raises concerns about drought and when it might rain. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Bumblebees are struggling in UK heatwaves - but you can help them
The furry bodies of UK bumblebees are specially adapted for cold weather - making heatwaves a struggle. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - T...
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Why Andy Burnham will find it so tricky to unite Britain
Is there any common ground left? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links readers to the original publisher for the full sto...
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How is the new PM's cabinet shaping up?
The BBC's Annita McVeigh talks us through some key appointments as Andy Burnham takes office. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics an...
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Craft and keyboard: The trainees mastering tech and age-old skills
Firms have to balance hi-tech and age-old skills when training up young workers. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and links reade...
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'I made £100,000 of TikTok sales in one day': The business of live shopping
Buying on social media live streams is fast becoming regular consumer behaviour for many. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and li...
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What we know about the Burnham-Trump phone call
US President Donald Trump and new UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham had a brief phone call today following his appointment. Newsiline summarises this report...
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Earl wants changes to 'brutal' Nations Championship format
Ben Earl calls for a change to the Nations Championship format after England's "brutal" schedule in the summer leg of the inaugural competition. Newsiline...
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Burnham pledges to 'bring back hope' as he makes Healey chancellor
The new prime minister pledged to make announcements this week to "give people some breathing space". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Pol...
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The 20-somethings betting big on tech stocks
The BBC hears from people about the risks and rewards of investing in technology shares. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Technology and l...
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Russian warship carried out firing exercise off Plymouth coast
The Neustrashimy's live-fire exercise took place in international waters and lasted for 30 minutes. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top S...
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Gallery: Spain celebrate World Cup triumph in Madrid
Thousands of fans take to the streets of Madrid as the Spain squad enjoy a bus parade after winning the World Cup. Newsiline summarises this report from B...
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Humphries suffers shock first-round exit at Matchplay
World number two Luke Humphries is out of the World Matchplay after a shock first-round loss to Scotland's Cameron Menzies. Newsiline summarises this repo...
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Trump imposes 50% tariff on Canadian imports
The duties take effect within 30 days and mark a major escalation in trade tensions between the North American neighbours. Newsiline summarises this repor...
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Watch: 'My flat was turned into a brothel,' landlord tells BBC Panorama
A Panorama investigation uncovers how organised gangs are exploiting the UK's private rental market. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top...
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Fiscal control will be my 'first duty' as chancellor - Healey
John Healey says he has worked with Andy Burnham over many years, and shares his values and vision. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Polit...
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US launches fresh strikes on Iran, as Trump warns of retaliation for death of soldiers
The US says the attacks were aimed at degrading Iran's capabilities to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC New...
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Louise Haigh: Labour power broker behind Burnham's rise
The Sheffield MP's return to the cabinet comes after she emerged as one of the PM's key political allies. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Thousands of websites taken down for illegal World Cup streams
More than 1,000 illegal streaming sites were shut down in the US during the tournament, with a similar amount blocked in Colombia. Newsiline summarises th...
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Misleading posts about Trump at World Cup final viewed by millions
Some of the most viral posts focus on US President Donald Trump and Spain's wonderkid Lamine Yamal. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top S...
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Merger deal between Paramount and Warner Bros paused by judge
US court temporarily stops Paramount and Warner Bros merging after 12 states launched legal action. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - World...
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Chancellor Healey will be under pressure to deliver for armed forces
Prime Minister Andy Burnham's new chancellor of the exchequer resigned as defence secretary last month following a row over military spending. Newsiline s...
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Foreign secretary job is honour of my life, says Ed Miliband
The former energy secretary and Labour veteran was touted as a potential chancellor, but will take over from Yvette Cooper as foreign secretary. Newsiline...
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Messi says 'pain is immense' after losing World Cup final
Lionel Messi says "the pain is immense" and that it "will take time to heal" after Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup final. Newsiline summarise...
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Tate brothers appear in US court for extradition proceedings
They were arrested on Saturday after the UK announced dozens of new charges, including rape and sex trafficking, which they deny. Newsiline summarises thi...
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'Honour of my life to be foreign secretary' - Miliband
The BBC's political editor Chris Mason speaks to Ed Miliband about his new appointment. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and link...
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Healey seen as 'safe pair of hands' as he is appointed chancellor
The BBC's Economics Editor Faisal Islam outlines the challenges facing the new chancellor. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and l...
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Kuenssberg: 'Labour see Burnham as a winner'
The BBC's Laura Kuenssberg says the new PM's popularity matters to No 10. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links readers to t...
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John Healey becomes chancellor weeks after shock resignation from defence job
The former defence secretary is seen as a safe pair of hands - and is now in charge of the government's finances. Newsiline summarises this report from BB...
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Who's in the cabinet?
An in-depth look at which Labour MPs have been appointed to cabinet roles by new Prime Minister Andy Burnham Newsiline summarises this report from BBC New...
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Canadian wildfires rage as Trump warns Carney again over 'poisoning' US air
The US president raised the issue with the the Canadian prime minister while the pair attended the World Cup Final in New Jersey. Newsiline summarises thi...
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Chelsea step up interest in Palace's Lacroix
Chelsea accelerate their interest in defender Maxence Lacroix after a fresh round of talks with Crystal Palace. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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'If only people knew what a tick could do' - the deadly meat allergies caused by tick bites
Mammalian meat allergy is a growing problem along Australia's east coast - and it's caused by tick bites. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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King hails design of Europe's first eco mosque
King Charles says he is impressed with "all the care and attention" on the building in Cambridge. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Sto...
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Man, 28, charged with murder of Ann Widdecombe
Joshua Kerry from Rotherham will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Tuesday. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and lin...
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Yemen's Houthis announce 'maritime embargo' on Saudi Arabia
The Houthis say the embargo begins immediately and is a response to a Saudi blockade of ports and airports in Yemen. Newsiline summarises this report from...