A Matter of Survival as South Asia’s Heat Wave Reaches 127 Degrees

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A simple guide to the 4 July general election

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced the UK general election will take place on 4 July.

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Vote Plaid to keep Labour in check, leader says

Plaid Cymru is launching its general election campaign, promising a "positive alternative".

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Geissler, Wark and Miller to front BBC Scotland election coverage

Martin Geissler, Kirsty Wark and Laura Miller will lead the corporation's election night coverage.

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The U.N. says about 1 million people have fled Rafah, and other news.

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The impact of recognising a Palestinian state

Declarations by Ireland, Spain and Norway will put pressure on other countries in Europe.

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Wayne Brady and Nichelle Lewis on Striving for Excellence in ‘The Wiz’

By Salamishah Tillet from NYT Theater https://ift.tt/qhzfP0X

The Cicadas Are Here. You Have Nothing to Fear.

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Grealish almost falls off bus at Manchester City parade

The midfielder appeared to get caught out as the vehicle started to move from a stationary position.

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With ‘We Are Lady Parts,’ Nida Manzoor Rocks On

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UN fears 670 people buried under Papua New Guinea landslide

The land is still sliding and rescue is difficult, the head of the UN migration agency says.

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Today’s Wordle Review No. 1,072, May 26, 2024

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Hunt and Reeves in election battle over tax cuts

It comes as the IFS warns the sate of the economy will "hang over the campaign like a dark cloud".

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Leasehold reforms become law without ground rent cap

Laws aimed at making life fairer for leaseholders in England have been rushed through Parliament.

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How FaceTime Calls With Mom Became a TV Hit

By Jesus Jiménez from NYT Style https://ift.tt/YBtcOHP

Meet the Jimi Hendrix of the Sahara

By John White, Lynn Levy, Alyssa Moxley, Dan Powell and Ben Sisario from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/wjMhxrO

Lucy Letby denied permission for baby murders appeal

The 34-year-old was given 14 whole life terms last year after being found guilty of murdering babies.

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Starmer agrees to TV election debates with Sunak

The Conservatives are pushing for six TV debates, but Labour officials will only commit to two run by the BBC and ITV.

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'I thought: He’s going to stab me, I’m going to die'

Seven years after making a poster warning about knife crime, Ethan's friend was stabbed to death.

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Zelensky Urges Allies to Do More, and Trump’s Defense Rests

By Tracy Mumford, Andrew E. Kramer, Ian Stewart, Jessica Metzger and James Shield from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/JzCLT4U

'Unlucky in love' flamingo lays first egg aged 70

The egg is an opportunity for Gertrude to express her maternal instincts, says the nature reserve.

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Who could be Chelsea's next manager?

BBC Sport looks at who could replace Mauricio Pochettino as Chelsea manager.

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Billie Eilish Hits You Hard and Soft

By Tina Antolini, Wendy Dorr, Alyssa Moxley and Jon Pareles from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/1qfCE8h

Storms Could Bring Tornadoes and Damaging Winds to Midwest Today

By Judson Jones from NYT Weather https://ift.tt/cUqXSfA

How dangerous are XL bullies and how does the ban work?

Rules restricting ownership of American XL bully dogs are in force in England, Wales and Scotland.

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Flotilla of RNLI boats mark 200 year anniversary

A mix of historic and modern boats take to the water at Poole Quay for a celebratory parade

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The Sunday Read: ‘Why Did This Guy Put a Song About Me on Spotify?’

By Brett Martin, Eric Jason Martin, Adrienne Hurst, Aaron Esposito, Tanya Pérez, Krish Seenivasan, John Woo, Sophia Lanman and Devin Murphy from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/foNyaqr

Fujitsu sacked boss at height of Horizon scandal

Global president Rod Vawdrey then returned to Australia and made millions in a "train wreck" float.

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Biden Can Do Something at the Debates That Trump Never Could

By Patti Davis from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/X7d4tWH

Appreciating Alice Munro, Who Brought Innovation to Short Fiction

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First Apprentice wedding 'like an Alan Sugar task'

Akshay Thakrar and Harpreet Kaur put their business skills to use as they plan the week-long party.

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Norwich sack boss Wagner after play-off defeat

Norwich City sack boss David Wagner less than 24 hours after their crushing Championship play-off semi-final defeat by Leeds.

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At home with Arteta - childhood, career and family

BBC Sport visits Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta at his home to discuss his career on the pitch and the touchline.

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'That is quite red indeed’ - reaction to King's new portrait

The BBC asked members of the public what they thought of the newly unveiled official portrait.

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Still trapped on Baltimore ship, months after bridge collapse

Morale is low for the Dali's crew members, stranded on board by ongoing investigation into tragedy.

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Sensitive and fraught union talks a sign of things to come for Labour

Union leaders cleared their diary to meet with Sir Keir Starmer.

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Court delays imposed after pressure on prison places

The measures are expected to be in place for about week in some regions in England where there is a lack of cells.

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England recall fit-again Bright for Euro qualifiers

World Cup captain Millie Bright returns to the England squad for the first time since October after recovering from injury.

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How Biden Adopted Trump’s Trade War With China

By Sabrina Tavernise, Nina Feldman, Carlos Prieto, Sydney Harper, Luke Vander Ploeg, M.J. Davis Lin, Brendan Klinkenberg, Lisa Chow, Diane Wong, Marion Lozano, Dan Powell and Alyssa Moxley from NYT Podcasts https://ift.tt/ZBIfOlX

The Solar Storm Fried GPS Systems Used by Some Farmers, Stalling Planting

By Livia Albeck-Ripka from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/vMaDp9P

Sunak to warn of 'dangerous years' in pre-election speech

The PM will argue in a speech that the UK is facing some of its "most transformational" years.

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Dazzling Price wins first world title

Lauren Price becomes Wales’ first female world champion boxer as she wins via a wide points decision against Jessica McCaskill.

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Jerry Seinfeld, a strong supporter of Israel, will speak at Duke University.

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Shein suppliers still work 75-hour weeks - report

A Swiss pressure group says some staff at Shein suppliers are still working excessive overtime.

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Isolated and Defiant, Israel Vows to ‘Stand Alone’ in War on Hamas

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Murder charge over stabbing of woman near bus stop

Jalal Debella, 22, will appear at Willesden Magistrates' Court on Saturday charged with murder.

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Dannii Minogue on music, Kylie and dating show I Kissed a Girl

Singer and TV host Dannii Minogue on how Kylie convinced her to do The X Factor, her battles with the press and her new show I Kissed a Girl.

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UK exits recession with fastest growth in two years

The economy grew by a stronger than expected 0.6% in the first three months of the year.

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Murray to make injury return next week

Andy Murray will begin his comeback from an ankle injury at an ATP Challenger event in Bordeaux next week.

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Nadhim Zahawi to stand down as Tory MP at election

"My mistakes have been mine", says the ex-chancellor who will stand down as MP at the next election.

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Garrick Club votes to allow female members

The private members' club had come under increasing pressure to allow women to join.

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Nearly 13 Million in Midwest Brace for More Storms After Tornado Kills 1

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Nintendo breaks silence on new console... sort of

After months with no official news, the Japanese game-maker promises some within the next 10 months.

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The rise of Sweden's super rich

Why the Nordic nation, despite its reputation for social equality, has so many billionaires.

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'My children cling to me as dogs raid graves near our shelter'

In a tent yards from a cemetery, Rehab Abu Daqqa tries to shield her seven children from Rafah's horrors.

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Here is the latest on campus protests.

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Elecciones en Panamá: la figura más prominente de la contienda no está en la boleta

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Watch: Madonna free beach gig attracts 1.6m people

The concert in Brazil marked the end of the singing icon's 'Celebration' world tour.

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A Hamas delegation is expected in Cairo for cease-fire talks.

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Fear and prayers in Sudan city under siege

People in the last major holdout of the army in the west of Sudan nervously await an assault.

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What can we expect from the final Gavin and Stacey?

The Christmas special in 2019 left 17.1 million viewers on tenterhooks with a cliffhanger ending.

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US allies India and Japan 'xenophobic', says Biden

The White House has downplayed the comments, saying the president 'values' India and Japan's friendship.

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Kenya orders flood evacuations as it warns dams could spill

Residents near 178 bodies of water have been told to leave as flooding is set to worsen.

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EastEnders star named as next Death in Paradise lead detective

Don Gilet's DI Melvin Wilson will make his debut in this year's Christmas special.

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Klopp says Salah argument 'completely resolved'

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says that his argument with Mohamed Salah has been "completely resolved".

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Leicester City announces promotion parade details

The Foxes have invited fans to celebrate their Premier League return with a city centre event.

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The New Abortion Fight Before the Supreme Court

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FKA Twigs uses AI to create deepfake of herself

The musician tells a US Senate committee her digital clone will interact with fans and journalists.

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