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Moral Maze
Live debate examining the moral issues behind one of the week's news stories. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links readers...
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From butterflies to breast milk, Uber's list of lost items reveals wild backseat discoveries
The rideshare company's annual Lost & Found Index also reveals America's most forgetful city, and the most forgetful day. Newsiline summarises this re...
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Title favourite Sabalenka lets another Slam opportunity slip from her grasp
Aryna Sabalenka would not say it, but there is an inescapable feeling she has let another golden Grand Slam opportunity slip after her shock French Open l...
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Police chief apologises to Henry Nowak's family over handcuffing and arrest
Chief Constable Alexis Boon tells the BBC the footage of how the murder victim had been treated was distressing. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Cobolli sets up all-Italian French Open semi-final
Flavio Cobolli battles past Felix Auger-Aliassime to reach his first major semi-final and ensure an Italian will play in Sunday's French Open showpiece. N...
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Israeli strikes kill nine in Lebanon as Hezbollah fires rockets over border
The incidents strain a partial ceasefire agreed by Israel and the Lebanese armed group on Monday. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Sto...
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Most experience? Youngest? Best leagues? World Cup squads in numbers
BBC Sport look at all of the World Cup 2026 squads and answer some of the key questions. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and...
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Swifts 'displaced' after demolition - campaigners
Campaigners say nesting swifts may have been affected after part of a building was demolished. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &a...
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Henry Nowak's death raises more questions about UK policing and race
Police face accusations of two-tier policing as they work to stamp out racial bias, our senior UK correspondent writes. Newsiline summarises this report f...
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Iraola will make Liverpool fans excited again - Murphy
Andoni Iraola is set to be announced as the Liverpool head coach this week - but what is the feeling around the city to his impending arrival? Newsiline s...
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Why England must move on quickly from Ashes hangover
England have invested in Brendon McCullum once again but now it is time for his team to start paying back the faith, writes Stephan Shemilt. Newsiline sum...
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'Part-timer' McIlroy will continue to pick and choose events
Rory McIlroy says he will continue to "pick and choose" the events he plays on the PGA Tour's new-look schedule "because it brings balance to my life". Ne...
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Tom Holland praised for 'powerful' message on dyslexia after turning down SNL
The actor has revealed he turned down presenting Saturday Night Live out of fear of cue cards changing. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - E...
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Former MI6 chief Sir Alex Younger dies aged 62
Sir Alex held a career in British intelligence that spanned almost three decades after joining the service in 1991. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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A talking cube, female God of War & Wolverine among PlayStation announcements
The new instalment of God of War will star Kratos' wife Laufey, but some fans have questioned the call. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - E...
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Four sentenced to death for killing worshippers at Catholic church in Nigeria
A fifth man was discharged and acquitted by the court due to insufficient evidence against him. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - World and...
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FBI shoots dead the man who took multiple hostages in California bank
Two hostages were released on Tuesday, and the remaining hostages released on Wednesday were unharmed, police said. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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BBC presenter apologises for misquoting Nigel Farage
Matt Chorley says he "misremembered" a quote by the Reform leader, which was "a mistake on my part". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Poli...
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Ex-UK political aide and Biden cabinet secretary lead California governor primary vote count
Another Democrat, billionaire climate activist Tom Steyer, is in third place as the tally continues. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top...
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Director Wim Wenders withdraws 1975 film over actress's teen topless scene
Nastassja Kinski, who appeared in the film when she was 13, said the film-maker "didn't protect me". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Ente...
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CBS News fires correspondent Scott Pelley from 60 Minutes
The veteran host had accused leadership of "murdering" the news show in a confrontation at a staff meeting this week. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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'Selfish' drivers delayed response to drowning girl
Chiedza Nyanjowa got out of her depth while trying to retrieve a ball as she played with her cousin. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top...
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Strict IPL stance could make things messy for England - Stokes
Captain Ben Stokes warns that players could abandon international cricket if England take a hardline stance on the Indian Premier League. Newsiline summar...
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Phone signal on trains not good enough most of the time, research says
Ofcom found the major phone networks were not providing good signal on trains, and train companies were slowing down wi-fi. Newsiline summarises this repo...
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Is spying as common in Germany as Southampton boss Eckert claims?
BBC Sport explores whether spying is as regular an occurrence in Germany as Southampton boss Tonda Eckert claims. Newsiline summarises this report from BB...
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Sabalenka crumbles in quarter-finals in yet another French Open shock
World number one Aryna Sabalenka sees her French Open title hopes vanish as she unravels in a crushing quarter-final defeat by Diana Shnaider. Newsiline s...
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How many World Cup shirts might not be worn in matches?
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at which of this summer's 2026 World Cups shirts may not be worn in matches Newsiline summarises this report from B...
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England do not need massive change after Ashes - Stokes
Captain Ben Stokes insists England do not have to make a "massive change", despite their 4-1 Ashes hammering in Australia. Newsiline summarises this repor...
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PM accuses Farage of exploiting Nowak case and denies 'two-tier policing' claim
It comes after the Reform UK leader said the public should respond with "pure, cold rage" to the actions of police. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Trump-backed candidate in Iowa loses primary
Randy Feenstra's defeat could prove to be a case of the president's political instincts being off. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - World...
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Universal park officially named as government pledges £1.3bn
The government's contribution is going towards upgrading local infrastructure and transport links. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busine...
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'Lazy but convenient' - a quarter of young adults in Wales have two or more takeaways a week
Public Health Wales said it must become easier for people to make healthier eating choices. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories a...
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Badenoch accuses Starmer of giving up on welfare reform
No legislation on welfare reform was announced in the King's Speech. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links readers to the or...
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Norwegian teen was in UK to 'undertake a hit', court hears
Johannes Natland was due to carry out a shooting on behalf of a Swedish criminal group, trial hears. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top...
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Community shocked by violence at Henry Nowak police protest
Southampton residents say they were "scared to open their doors" after violence at a Henry Nowak police protest. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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The end of Trump's 'weaponisation' fund is another sign Republicans are fighting back
The $1.8bn fund would have paid people the Trump administration decided were unjustly and politically targeted. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...