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Quiz: Name these top nations' leading scorers
We want you to name the leading scorer from each of the top 20 countries according to Fifa's global rankings. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC Ne...
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Social Media Ban For Under-16s
Under-16s to be banned from social media Keir Starmer announces. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links readers to the ori...
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Wolves appoint Portuguese Peixoto as new boss
Wolverhampton Wanderers appoint Portuguese Cesar Peixoto as their new head coach. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links r...
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How adoptive parents' lies unravelled to reveal 'reign of terror'
Preston Davey died in hospital in July 2023 after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top S...
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Teacher guilty of murdering adopted baby
Preston Davey died after months of sexual and physical abuse at the hands of the former head of year. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top...
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Dozens walk out as Google boss Pichai addresses Stanford graduates
Some students were protesting against the company's controversial work with the US government on artificial intelligence. Newsiline summarises this report...
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Bowen: Iran deal ends Trump's war that revealed limit of US dominance
The deal to end fighting and re-open the Strait of Hormuz leaves the sides where they were 24 hours before the war - only with thousands now dead. Newsili...
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Henry Nowak killer sentence sent to Court of Appeal
The sentence of Vickrum Digwa, who was convicted of the murder of Henry Nowak, has been referred to the Court of Appeal. Newsiline summarises this report...
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False nines? 4-4-2? The tactical trends defining World Cup so far
The return of 4-4-2? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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What does the US-Iran deal mean for Lebanon and Israel?
As the US and Iran announce a deal, the BBC's international editor Jeremy Bowen looks at what that means for Lebanon. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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Reform pledges new tax on hiring foreign workers
The party says the move would allow it to reverse last year's National Insurance rise for British workers. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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McCullum worried for Stokes as coach gives no captaincy backing
Brendon McCullum refuses to be drawn on Ben Stokes’ future as England captain, but repeatedly speaks of his “worry and concern” for the all-rounder. Newsi...
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Russia was behind arson attacks targeting PM, BBC reveals
Evidence shows Russians directing the plot and stoking tensions with fake far-right and Muslim groups. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - To...
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'Positive' or 'unnecessary'? - UK teens on social media ban
The prime minister announced that under-16s will be banned from social media by spring 2027. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories...
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'Spider-Man of Yemen' dies falling into volcanic crater
Al-Qaqa Ibn Antar had been attempting to climb its walls without safety equipment when he fell in, local authorities say. Newsiline summarises this report...
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Cox and Baker to make Test debuts in second Test
Essex batter Jordan Cox and Hampshire fast bowler Sonny Baker will make their England debuts in the second Test against New Zealand. Newsiline summarises...
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Fifa seeks explanation over VAR official's hand gesture
Fifa is seeking an explanation over a hand gesture made by video assistant referee Shaun Evans before Germany's 7-1 win over Curacao on Sunday. Newsiline...
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Cucurella joins Real Madrid - will Fernandez follow?
Marc Cucurella has officially joined Real Madrid just hours before his opening World Cup game with Spain, raising the question of whether his former Chels...
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Fox to buy Roku streaming firm in $22bn deal
The move is seen as a bet that combining streaming with its news and sport offering will leave Fox in a strong position as TV audiences move online. Newsi...
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Social media ban - bold and blunt, but no silver bullet
The BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman on the big changes coming down the line for young people online. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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South Korea's Starbucks to shut for staff history lesson after backlash
The chain was criticised for a "Tank Day" marketing ploy on the anniversary of a military massacre. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - World...
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Boy, 2, seriously hurt as car crashes into playground
A 63-year-old woman is arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories...
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UK announces U16 social media ban
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer announces a ban for under-16s from major social media platforms Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stori...
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Stones goes from brink of retirement to World Cup 'pure joy'
John Stones' selection for England's World Cup squad may have raised a few eyebrows but the player says he had to "dig deep" to secure his place in the 26...
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France star Mbappe vows to increase defensive work after criticism
The French captain has faced scrutiny over both his performances and leadership, but supporters say the criticism has gone "too far". Newsiline summarises...
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Why is it so hard to show yourself compassion?
Kimberley Wilson discusses compassion on Complex. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original publisher for...
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Man arrested for allegedly pushing woman in front of bus in 2017
A 44-year-old man is in custody over the incident where a woman appeared to be shoved into the path of a bus. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC Ne...
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Two men found guilty over Starmer-linked arson attacks
Property and a car linked to the prime minister were targeted in arson attacks last year. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and...
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Taking a leaf from Arsenal's playbook - Tuchel's set-piece plan
Arsenal are set-piece masters, with prominent figures in England's World Cup squad, so it is understandable that Thomas Tuchel will look to play to the Pr...
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Palestine Action ban is lawful, Court of Appeal rules
The Home Office had challenged a High Court ruling that the group's proscription should be quashed. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top S...
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Woman who died after rope-jumping instructors failed to attach cord buried in Brazil
Three men have been arrested after instructors failed to attach a rope to her before helping her jump from a bridge. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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South African TV star arrested after allegedly kidnapping man in girlfriend dispute
Molemo "Jub Jub" Maarohanye is accused of trapping a taxi driver in a car and firing a gun in the man's direction. Newsiline summarises this report from B...
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Linkin Park ignore the noise with triumphant set at Download Festival
Limp Bizkit and Guns N' Roses were the other headliners at this year's metal and rock extravaganza - we went along. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Australia demands answers after girl taken hostage is shot dead by Pakistan police
Pakistani police said the nine-year-old was mistakenly shot as they pursued a group of armed robbers. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top...
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World Cup hydration breaks - who are the winners and losers?
They have become a regular feature at World Cup games - but who are the winners and who are losers of the mandatory hydration breaks? Newsiline summarises...
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The US and Iran have agreed a deal. How soon could things go back to normal?
Experts warn the impact of the war will continue to affect the global economy for months to come. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busines...