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Trump Organization expected to be charged with tax crimes

The former president himself is not expected to be implicated personally in the New York case. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xbTj2q

Nxivm cult: Actress Allison Mack sentenced to three years in prison

Allison Mack had already admitted recruiting women and asked for forgiveness before sentencing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hm2Aht

Miami building collapse: Four more bodies found in rubble

The death toll rises to 16 as rescuers combing the debris battle worsening weather conditions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UggWs0

Bill Cosby: The rise, fall and release of 'America's Dad'

Once a national treasure, the comedian was jailed for sexual assault but that conviction has now been overturned. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ztwHPe

Bill Cosby Freed as Court Overturns His Sex Assault Conviction

By Graham Bowley from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/360D8sC

Trudeau pays respects to Canada heatwave victims

Dozens have died as Canada sees a new record - 49.6C (121.3F) - for the third day in a row. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3w59Bsl

Obituary: Donald Rumsfeld

Ruthless, resilient and divisive - he served as Secretary of Defense twice in a career spanning decades. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AcXmxb

Ex-US defence secretary Donald Rumsfeld dead at 88

Former US defence secretary Donald Rumsfeld, one of the main architects of the Iraq war, dies at 88 from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dulkdD

Bill Cosby's sex assault conviction overturned

The decision by Pennsylvania's Supreme Court paves the way for the former comedian's release. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dvSU2L

Covid in Namibia: Mortuaries at capacity

The southern African country has one of the world's worst daily death rates from coronavirus. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3Abullw

Bangladesh elephants rescued after fleeing into Bay of Bengal

The pair were separated from their herd in Myanmar and rescued by local authorities and fishermen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hnM68I

US embassy in Warsaw publishes video condemning LGBT hate

A video titled #WordsMatter highlights hateful messages left under posts about equality. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AgmiDR

Tour de France spectator arrested over sign crash

The woman's sign brought down dozens of cyclists during the first stage of the race on Saturday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xbfeXe

No. 3 House Democrat Steps Into Ohio Race to Head Off a Sanders Acolyte

By Jonathan Weisman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2U7xx10

HMS Defender: Russia's Putin accuses UK and US of military provocation

Russia's president says last week's naval incident off Crimea was co-ordinated to assess Moscow's response. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y8gydM

Paris threatens e-scooter ban after woman's death

Electric scooter providers in the French capital could lose licences if safety issues are not tackled. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jpuXOx

Canada weather: Canadians enduring 'unbearable' heatwave

Dozens of people have died in Canada as temperatures reach a record-breaking 49.6C (121F). from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Tl883S

Covid-19: Huge crowds seek vaccine as Indonesia cases soar

Thousands of people surround an Indonesian vaccine centre as the country faces a severe outbreak. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AdVfta

Masks Again? Delta Variant’s Spread Prompts Reconsideration of Precautions.

By Roni Caryn Rabin, Apoorva Mandavilli and Shawn Hubler from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3AaSKaQ

Recovered Picasso painting slips on to the floor

The Picasso artwork Head of a Woman was being shown off during a news conference when this happened. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3w1dw9C

Yemeni model facing unfair trial by rebel authorities - rights group

Intisar al-Hammadi, who denies the charge, was detained by the rebel Houthi movement in February. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xcvBTy

Why Can’t Americans Go to Canada?

By Elaine Glusac from NYT Travel https://ift.tt/2TbndVP

Tucker Carlson: NSA denies spying on Fox News host

Carlson accused the US security agency of planning to force him off air, citing a whistle-blower. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3w7nsOM

Portugal's top art collector Joe Berardo arrested over fraud allegations

Millionaire Joe Berardo is accused of accumulating nearly €1bn in debts to three banks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3h5djhy

Ethiopia Tigray conflict: Rebels build on capture of capital

Tigrayan fighters continue their advance after wresting the regional capital from government forces. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3waa1O1

5,000-year-old man was 'oldest plague victim'

Scientists piece together clues from "patient zero", who likely caught the plague from a rodent. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Ud1hJI

Portugal exempts under-18s from quarantine

But they must be travelling with a fully vaccinated parent or guardian, say tourism authorities. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3600puH

Spanish school students stuck in hotel quarantine in Majorca

An outbreak linked to end-of-year trips to Majorca prompts authorities to isolate the teenagers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3A9QNLU

Miami building collapse: Why is the rescue effort taking so long?

Emergency rescue teams have been working day and night since an apartment block collapsed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jy8TkC

Canada weather: Village of Lytton smashes heat record for second day

The temperature in Lytton, British Columbia, soared to 47.9C on Monday, as a heatwave continues. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y5gewm

Black Widow: Japanese serial killer loses death sentence appeal

Chisako Kakehi was found guilty of murdering three romantic partners in Japan for insurance payouts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vZ5P3K

Kim Kardashian's Skims to design Team USA underwear

The reality TV star says her shapewear company will supply the female members of the US Olympic team. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y6wME0

China pressure 'undermining Australian universities', report says

Human Rights Watch says China pressure is undermining academic freedom at Australian universities. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AcHT00

Most Indians oppose interfaith marriage, survey shows

A study said members of India's major religious communities often don't feel they have much in common. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35XCiwK

Miami building collapse: What could have caused it?

The search for survivors continues but experts must now piece together what caused a Miami apartment block to collapse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y1rxph

Colombian anti-government protesters topple Columbus statue

The statue of the explorer is the latest to be pulled off its pedestal during anti-government protests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jpCTiB

French lesbians and single women to get IVF rights

After years of heated debate France is to extend fertility treatment to lesbians and single women. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UP95lr

Rare black hole and neutron star collisions sighted twice in 10 days

Separate collisions of a neutron star and a black hole are detected in a short space of time. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/360TiSU

Lebanon banks close in solidarity after assault on staff

Dozens of men stormed Lebanese Swiss Bank's HQ on Monday, trying to access closed accounts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dq3E2L

Vicky Hernández: Court says Honduras to blame for trans woman's murder

In a landmark court decision, Honduras is ordered to make changes to protect its LGBT community. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3AcbC9m

A Spectator’s Sign Felled Dozens of Tour de France Racers

By Jacey Fortin from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/365xW6F

Jamie Lynn Spears: I'm so proud of Britney for using her voice

Britney Spears' younger sister backs the singer after her powerful appearance in court last week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UFSEYs

Canada Heatwave: Bears take a dip in record breaking temperatures

Three mischievous bears have a pool day as Canada reaches record breaking temperatures in British Columbia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vYMO1v

South Africa's top court sentences ex-President Jacob Zuma

Jacob Zuma had defied a court order to appear at an inquiry into corruption while he was president. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Ta9C0Y

Elvis Costello defends Olivia Rodrigo over Brutal plagiarism claim

"It’s how rock and roll works," says Costello, after the pop star is accused of copying his music. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35YNDN5

US Supreme Court declines transgender bathroom appeal in win for student

The order in favour of Gavin Grimm is seen as a significant win for LGBT student rights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3doXEqV

Kuwait arrests man who posted TikTok weather rant

The man is heard complaining about a dust storm and swearing in the online clip. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y4WsBc

Tigray conflict: Unilateral ceasefire declared - state TV

State TV announces a ceasefire as rebels move back to take control after eight months of fighting. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qB4oHB

Juul to pay $40m in US lawsuit over teen targeting claims

The vape pen maker has settled a lawsuit with North Carolina and will change its marketing in-state. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qx4tfl

Climate change: Courts set for rise in compensation cases

As links between climate change and extreme weather events increase, experts predict more lawsuits. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3h7m1KI

Milos Zeman: Czech president calls transgender people 'disgusting'

President Milos Zeman made the comment in an interview in which he said sex-change was "self-harm". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3djjufu

Miami building collapse: Rescuers search air pockets

More than 150 people remain missing, five days after the Florida apartment block collapsed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3A6oq0V

Lázaro Barbosa: Brazil murder suspect dies in police shootout

After a 20-day manhunt, Lázaro Barbosa, who is suspected of killing a family of four, is shot dead. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3h3w1pu

Mixing Covid vaccines gives good protection, study suggests

Any combination of Pfizer or AstraZeneca for first and second doses works, a study suggests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gYmhNt

North Korea: Citizens ‘worried’ by Kim Jong-un weight loss

State media air unprecedented footage of one citizen expressing concern for the leader's weight loss. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dmbASO

Fortune found in trinket left on pavement in southern France

A man in south-western France discovers €85,000 (£73,000) in cash inside an elephant-shaped trinket. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jlREDb

Sri Lanka v England: Kusal Mendis, Danushka Gunathilaka and Niroshan Dickwella sent home from tour

Three Sri Lanka players are sent home from their tour of England for breaching bio-secure protocols. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3h2xQDr

France elections: Tough lessons for presidential rivals

Fragmented politics and voter apathy: France's regional elections are troubling for party leaders. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gX7ann

Your Summer Binge List: 10 Shows You Might Have Missed

By Mike Hale from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/3gTtlLn

Pfizer and Moderna Vaccines Likely to Produce Lasting Immunity, Study Finds

By Apoorva Mandavilli from NYT Health https://ift.tt/3qtxCbi

Australia lockdown: Nude sunbathers fined for breaching Sydney Covid rules

They were fined for breaking rules banning those in greater Sydney from travelling outside the city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SyPFk0

How Two Start-Ups Reaped Billions in Fees on Small Business Relief Loans

By Stacy Cowley and Ella Koeze from NYT Business https://ift.tt/3y0IzUe

India Covid: Covishield not eligible for EU travel pass

The EU-wide travel pass, known as a digital Covid certificate, allows tourists into member states. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gZinUo

Pope Sends More Mixed Messages on L.G.B.T.Q. Rights

By Jason Horowitz from NYT World https://ift.tt/3hqzQ7x

BET Awards: Black women in music, film and sports celebrated

Queen Latifah won a lifetime achievement award at the BET (Black Entertainment Television) ceremony in LA. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zZ8dL0

Canada weather: Heatwave hits record 46.6C as US north-west also frazzles

Lytton in British Columbia breaks an 84-year-old record, as the US Pacific north-west also sizzles. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qzheq2

Hong Kong pro-democracy media buckles under China pressure

A journalist's arrest and changes at a pro-democracy website show 'chilling' impact on media freedom. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hgGbCp

Cardi B reveals pregnancy at BET Awards

The star announced she was expecting her second child as she picked up two awards for rap anthem WAP. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UztBWX

The Cruel Logic of the Republican Party, Before and After Trump

By Adam Serwer from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2T1OoCo

He Saved 31 People at Sea. Then Got a 142-Year Prison Sentence.

By Niki Kitsantonis from NYT World https://ift.tt/35PR4Wv

How Can I Tell My Mother-in-Law to Buzz Off?

By Philip Galanes from NYT Style https://ift.tt/3h2YjiY

The Best Cocktail Is the One You Know by Heart

By Rebekah Peppler from NYT Food https://ift.tt/3zUFTJN

US airstrikes in Iraq and Syria target Iran-backed militia

Strikes against an Iran-backed militia came in response to drone attacks on US forces, the US says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qwJWYv

'Black rainstorm' warning suspends Hong Kong trading

It is the city's first 'black rainstorm' warning of 2021 with more than 70mm of rain forecast. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3w2UL5H

Outbreaks emerge across Australia in 'new phase' of pandemic

For the first time in a year, Australia is battling outbreaks in different parts of the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xXtHWJ

Wuhan lab-leak theory fuels Trump comeback rally

Supporters say the former president was "dead on", as the theory about the origins of Covid gains respectability. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gWQZ9A

Papua's sacred forest for women only

For generations women have gathered clams and shared stories in a forest that is now threatened by pollution. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3A4Gl8o

Climate change: Why action still ignites debate in Australia

Climate change has ended political careers in Australia and action over it remains widely debated. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dkhB1Y

Jack Dorsey: Unpicking Twitter boss's passion for Nigeria

The social media platform is banned but Jack Dorsey remains a hugely popular figure in the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xZ81tv

Palestinian protests: Crowds clash with police after death of activist

Protests took place in Ramallah after the death of an activist and critic of the Palestinian Authority. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UbiFyQ

France elections: Far-right National Rally loses key battleground states - poll

Marine Le Pen's National Rally had hoped to win a regional powerbase ahead of next year's election. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jnXEeD

Florida building collapse: More than 150 missing, nine dead

Days into the search for survivors in Florida, 150 people remain missing, with nine confirmed dead. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qspXtO

Tour de France: Police seek spectator after crash

A spectator holding a sign causes a multi-rider pile-up during the first stage of the race. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Tb2wsW

Somalia's Puntland region executes 21 al-Shabab fighters

It may be the highest number of members of the group sentenced to death in semi-autonomous Puntland. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xWvM5f

Pet lion confiscated in Cambodia after TikTok videos

The 18-month-old animal, weighing 70kg, is discovered at a villa in the capital Phnom Penh. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2U46pjp

US heatwave: Pacific Northwest sees record temperatures

The National Weather Service has issued heat warnings for Washington, Oregon, California and Idaho. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3hb9NRt

How Deceptive Campaign Fund-Raising Ensnares Older People

By Shane Goldmacher from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3wYEVtX

Sudan agrees to hand over Darfur war crimes accused

The decision to surrender ex-officials to The Hague comes after a visit from the ICC's top prosecutor. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dfhu80

Sydney, Australia, enters full lockdown for the first time in the pandemic to fight the Delta variant.

By Damien Cave from NYT World https://ift.tt/3dghCUR

Johnson & Johnson to pay $230m to settle opioid claim

Drugs firm to pay to settle claims it fuelled opioid painkiller addiction crisis in New York State. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xUN3fe

Key workers in Ibiza dance experiment

Key workers were able to dance in Ibiza's nightclubs this weekend, to test if they can reopen safely. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2U4ecOm

In Arizona, G.O.P. Lawmakers Strip Power From a Democrat

By Michael Wines from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3deQAgB

The Best Party Dessert Comes From Hawaii

By Genevieve Ko from NYT Food https://ift.tt/367gAXr

Florida building collapse: Fifth body found in survivor hunt

It comes after a 2018 report highlighting a "major error" in the building's design was made public. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gYeoaL

More churches burn down on Canada indigenous land

In total four Catholic churches have burned down in western Canada over the past week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35Sg27F

A billion new trees might not turn Ukraine green

The country's ambitious target to improve the environment could actually harm biodiversity. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3w2frdY

Pride month: Five stories from around the world

From Canada to Uganda, people are celebrating Pride, both as a protest for LGBT rights and as a party. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qtIBBx

Khurshedben Naoroji: The singer who preached nonviolence to bandits

Khurshedben Naoroji gave up her singing career to preach nonviolence to bandits in India. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35Z8ekc

Jack Savoretti takes us on a guided tour of his new musical genre, Europiana

The star says he's created a new style of music on his seventh album. Find out what that means... from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3djlDYv

China's changes through one man's lens

Yan Zhigang has spent four decades photographing the streets, and the people, of China. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vZHevB

Colombia offers reward after presidential helicopter shooting

President Iván Duque's helicopter was shot at as he flew near the Venezuelan border on Friday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jdCobv

Germany knife attack: Three killed were all women

The suspect has been charged with three counts of murder and five counts of grievous bodily harm. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35SY18W

Turkey LGBT: Police use force to break up Gay Pride rally in Istanbul

Police in riot gear used tear gas to disperse people at a banned Pride march in Istanbul. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UFOX5c

Hot air balloon crash kills four in Albuquerque, New Mexico

The balloon is reported to have hit a power line, before the basket detached and fell to the ground. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gVyOkM

Covid-19: Crowds flee Dhaka ahead of strict Bangladesh lockdown

Cases of Covid-19 in Bangladesh have surged since May, largely because of the Delta variant. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xVIrW9

Pence, Diverging From Trump, Says He Was ‘Proud’ to Certify Election

By Annie Karni and Maggie Haberman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3wV2rbB

'We got justice, but not enough justice'

People in Minneapolis reacted to the sentencing of Derek Chauvin on Friday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qoCpLi

Florida building collapse: Report from 2018 warned of 'major damage'

A survey flagged "major structural damage" at the complex which collapsed on Thursday near Miami. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35V7TPO

LAX: Man jumps from plane after trying to access cockpit

The man, who fled via the emergency slide, was detained on the taxiway at Los Angeles Airport. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3y9KNB9

Bystander Who Intervened in Shooting of Officer Was Fatally Shot by Police

By Jesus Jiménez and Eduardo Medina from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3dhInYZ

ICYMI: Spider-Man meets the Pope

A nuisance bear, overheated otters and a special guest for the Pope, some of the stories you may have missed this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xVQeU1

Engineer Warned of ‘Major Structural Damage’ at Florida Condo Complex

By Mike Baker and Anjali Singhvi from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/35Tktip

Covid: Australia extends Sydney lockdown as Delta outbreak grows

Australia's biggest city and surrounding areas enter a two-week lockdown following a jump in cases. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UHCQob

Frustration Mounts in Search for Survivors of Condo Collapse Near Miami

By Patricia Mazzei from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2StSTVZ

George Floyd murder: Derek Chauvin sentenced to over 22 years

Derek Chauvin was convicted last month of killing Mr Floyd, whose death sparked global protests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zZYap1

UFO report: US 'has no explanation' for sightings

A Pentagon report says it can only explain one of 144 sightings made by the US military since 2004. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3x1blUI

Czech Republic: Tornado fells trees then smashes eyewitness's window

Video shows the tornado tearing through part of the Czech Republic and the devastation left behind. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jfEOGI

Germany passes new citizenship law for descendants of Nazi victims

The move closes loopholes that denied citizenship to some whose ancestors had fled persecution. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SuK1iQ

UFO Pentagon report: Do Americans believe something's out there?

A highly anticipated US government report on UFOs is due to be released before the end of June. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gXoJny

German knife attack: Several dead and wounded in Würzburg

A man is arrested after the attack in the city of Würzburg, police say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zWAG49

US Justice Department sues Georgia over election laws

Democrats have likened the new voting restrictions to racist policies of the US 20th century. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vQIPE4

Scientists hail stunning 'Dragon Man' discovery

Chinese researchers unveil an ancient skull that could belong to a completely new species of human. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3h3zwvb

Katty Kay: How 100 days turned into five years of fun

Katty Kay leaves the BBC after nearly three decades of service, including five years on Beyond 100 Days. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jaNduU

Valérie Bacot: French woman who killed abuser husband should go free, says prosecutor

Valérie Bacot should be shown clemency and allowed to leave jail, a French court is told. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gUOO6v

Euro 2020: Uefa launch second investigation into Hungary fans

Uefa is investigating "potentially discriminatory incidents" in Germany's 2-2 draw with Hungary at Euro 2020. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wWIpNP

Ringo Starr drops trademark fight over Ring O sex toys

The Beatles drummer had challenged the trademark, saying it's too similar to his name. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35RYaJS

Miami building collapse: Fearful relatives hunt news of missing

Details emerge of the scores unaccounted for in the Florida building collapse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SqgW86

Is Windows 11 the beginning of the end for Skype?

Windows 11 will not have Skype installed by default - favouring Microsoft Teams instead. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xStjZL

They Seemed Like Democratic Activists. They Were Secretly Conservative Spies.

By Mark Mazzetti and Adam Goldman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3qrwu81

France's young voters turned off by key regional election

Abstention rates were very high in the first round, so what will happen in Sunday's run-offs? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3h8dDe0

Coronavirus: Israel reimposes masks amid new virus fears

It comes just days after the last restriction was lifted, as concerns grow over a spate of cases. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3dcseUM

Amazon and Google probed over efforts to stop fake reviews

UK competition watchdog begins formal probe into whether the internet giants have broken consumer law. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jbvNOI

Britney Spears wants her conservatorship to end: What happens next?

As lawyers analyse the latest developments, the singer apologises for keeping fans in the dark. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2T89vmh

Miami building collapse: Firefighters search rubble

Firefighters are scouring what was once the basement for any survivors of the Surfside apartment tower collapse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2T8whuh

Harrowing Condo Collapse Near Miami Prompts Frantic Search for Survivors

By Patricia Mazzei and Richard Fausset from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2UCGdNa

The Britney Spears Transcript, Annotated: ‘Hear What I Have to Say’

By Julia Jacobs and Sarah Bahr from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/3j6Qhbr

Roman Protasevich: Belarus jet drama dissident moved to house arrest

Opposition journalist Roman Protasevich was seized from a Ryanair plane with his girlfriend. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UDrCRC

Sea lion opens gate to crash fisherman's interview about a 'plague of sea lions'

A sea lion was caught on camera crashing an interview with a fisherman about a "plague of sea lions". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xHJ9q2

In Canada, Another ‘Horrific’ Discovery of Indigenous Children’s Remains

By Ian Austen and Dan Bilefsky from NYT World https://ift.tt/3gTEDz4

‘The Rabbi Said It Was OK’: Hasidic Mother of 10 Becomes Doctor

By Corey Kilgannon from NYT New York https://ift.tt/3d9otPR

Court Suspends Giuliani’s Law License, Citing Trump Election Lies

By Nicole Hong and Ben Protess from NYT New York https://ift.tt/3xONcAN

Dutch PM Rutte: No place in EU for Hungary with anti-LGBT law

Mark Rutte's comments came at the start of an EU summit as several leaders criticised Hungary's law. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jcqvCK

Rudy Giuliani has New York law licence suspended

The former New York mayor and lawyer to Donald Trump is reprimanded over US election allegations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j9vWSM

Microsoft unveils Windows 11

The new software will let Android apps run on the Windows desktop. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Sp6hKZ

Jammu and Kashmir: Narendra Modi meets regional leaders

It is first such meeting since Delhi revoked the region's special status in 2019. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35T45hG

Away goals rule scrapped in Uefa competitions including Champions League

The away goals rule in European club football is to be abolished from the start of next season, Uefa has confirmed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gZrvap

Astronomers work out when the first stars shone

Called the "cosmic dawn", this period happened between 250 and 350 million years after the Big Bang. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zSPYa4

Michigan Republicans Debunk Voter Fraud Claims in Unsparing Report

By Reid J. Epstein from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3xJKUmA

Covid-19: Europe braces for surge in Delta variant

Germany says Europe is "on thin ice" amid warnings Delta could make up 90% of cases by late August. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jd2Hyq

Belarus opposition head Tikhanovskaya condemns 'sham trial' of husband

Opposition head Svetlana Tikhanovskaya calls the trial of her husband and five others act of "revenge". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wO9JO9

Miami building collapse: 'It's the craziest thing I ever heard in my life'

This video was sent by one of the first eyewitnesses on the scene of the Miami building collapse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xQ1jGc

Mariam Thompson, love-struck US army linguist, jailed for 23 years

Mariam Thompson, 62, shared the names of US informants in Iraq to a man linked to Hezbollah. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d8pfg7

Spears said that she wanted to have a baby, but the conservatorship would not let her.

By Julia Jacobs from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/3xNwYbb

Activist critical of Palestinian Authority dies after arrest

Nizar Banat's family say he was severely beaten by Palestinian security forces while being arrested. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qoHDGE

Adriana Rivas: Pinochet-era suspect loses extradition appeal

Adriana Rivas, who lives in Australia, is suspected of kidnappings during Pinochet's rule in Chile. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35O9B5j

Cathay Pacific crew told to get vaccine or risk losing job

The airline says crew must get the Covid vaccination by 31 August or it will review "future employment". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gPoV8c

'Goodbye Apple Daily': Tears in Hong Kong paper's final hour

Hundreds of supporters chanted slogans and cried as the Hong Kong tabloid prepared its last run. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3h1QA4t

Multi-storey building partially collapses in Miami

Dozens of rescue units are at the scene, with no immediate reports of people injured or trapped. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d9jNth

Vice-President Kamala Harris to make first trip to border

The vice-president has faced repeated questions about why she has not visited the border. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j4t75l

Canada: Hundreds of unmarked graves found at indigenous school

It is the most significant such discovery to date, a First Nation group in Saskatchewan says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3jdgzbZ

HMS Defender: What will be the fallout from Black Sea incident?

BBC's Frank Gardner looks at what impact the Russia-UK confrontation off Crimea might have for global security. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35NaYBk

US tycoon McAfee found dead in Spanish prison

The anti-virus creator is found dead in a Spanish prison cell after a court allows his extradition on tax evasion charges. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xIO9e3

Italian PM rebuffs Vatican protest over proposed homophobia law

Mario Draghi has rebuffed the Vatican after it issued a protest over a bill on gay and other rights. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TXOL0G

Apple Daily: The Hong Kong newspaper that pushed the boundary

A newspaper unafraid to criticise the Chinese state has announced its closure after 26 years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/30KXmoh

South African 10 babies story not true, inquiry finds

Gosiame Sithole was not recently pregnant and is receiving psychological support, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d7ZTPo

US cheerleader wins free speech case against her former school

Brandi Levy was kicked off her cheerleading squad after sharing a profanity-laden social media post. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j1zWoq

Harrison Ford injures shoulder on Indiana Jones 5 film set

The 78-year-old actor injures his shoulder while rehearsing a fight scene in the UK. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gN1NHg

AI helps restore Rembrandt's Night Watch masterpiece

The 1642 painting can again be seen in its entirety for the first time in more than 300 years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gWLjLM

Supreme Court Rules for Cheerleader Punished for Vulgar Snapchat Message

By Adam Liptak from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3j4GHFQ

US migrant camp 'kids feel like they're in prison'

More than 2,000 migrant children are being detained in an overcrowded camp in Texas ridden with disease. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gQWo0M

The trainer boss who even has a pair for funerals

Richard Johnson of Foot Locker has a pair of trainers for every occasion - even weddings and funerals. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35NDF0S

Republicans Block Voting Rights Bill, Dealing Blow to Biden and Democrats

By Nicholas Fandos from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2TYbeKV

UK denies Russia fired warning shots near British warship

The Ministry of Defence says no shots were directed at HMS Defender and no bombs dropped in her path. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j6bIt2

Missing Italian toddler found by reporter sent to cover disappearance

The 21-month-old boy was found after a reporter covering his disappearance heard noises near a road. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35SNbzL

Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: Heavy casualties reported after airstrike

Eyewitnesses told the BBC that the Ethiopian air force struck a market near the region's capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j5uqkt

Eight on trial for burglaries on Paris celebrities

The gang is suspected of targeting the Paris homes of stars including footballer Thiago Silva. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wQflaP

Hungary PM 'scraps Euros visit' amid German LGBT row with Uefa

The decision comes amid anger that Uefa will not allow the Munich stadium to light up in rainbow colours. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j45olZ

Mexico prison: Six killed in fight between rival gangs

Security forces say they have regained control of the prison in Tabasco following the deadly fight. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d5Nnjv

New York mayoral election: Yang out as ex-police officer leads primary

The winning Democratic candidate is likely to become the city's next mayor in a November vote. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gNxiAY

Giant panda gives birth to twins at Tokyo's Ueno Zoo

The cubs, which have not yet been named, are the first ever twins to be born at the zoo in Tokyo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zNmBWF

Chris Brown accused of hitting woman in LA

Police will now consider whether to bring any charges against the R&B star. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j8XDeq

The Nigerian priest saving Igbo deities from the bonfires

Reverend Paul Obayi preserves artefacts burnt by preachers who see them as symbols of idolatry. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j48kiz

Apple Daily: Hong Kong pro-democracy paper announces closure

It comes days after the publication's offices were raided and company-linked assets frozen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Ulz03O

When an Eel Climbs a Ramp to Eat Squid From a Clamp, That’s a Moray

By Sabrina Imbler from NYT Science https://ift.tt/3xFuXxF

Supreme Court Says Over 200 Patent Judges Were Improperly Appointed

By Adam Liptak from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3gMKG7k

Why Did We Fall for the Angels?

By Vanessa Friedman from NYT Style https://ift.tt/3zMgqC4

Senate Republicans block Democrats' election bill

The legislation - which sought to make it easier for Americans to vote by post - fails in the Senate. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xEgvG4

Britney Spears Quietly Pushed for Years to End Her Conservatorship

By Liz Day, Samantha Stark and Joe Coscarelli from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/3gNvuXq

Millions become millionaires in Covid pandemic

Soaring stock markets and property prices help boost the wealth of the wealthy, research suggests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wQGM3Z

Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: Heavy fighting reported

Rebel forces claim to have seized several towns, which the army has dismissed as "fake news". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35QZNY9

Angela Merkel receives Moderna as second jab after AstraZeneca shot

Experts believe mixed dosing of Covid vaccines could be a good idea but it too early to say for sure. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vNoXSf

Vatican protests against 'unprecedented' Italian bill on homophobia

The Church says the bill would stifle Catholic freedoms, but advocates say safeguards are in place. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cYiWeX

Turkmenistan's capital tops list of most expensive cities for expats

The annual report ranks 209 cities based on the cost of expenses such as housing, transport and food. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zLAk0e

Many Parts of the U.S. Needed Persuading to Get Vaccinated. Not South Texas.

By Edgar Sandoval from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3gNkYRw

Roma street death was 'No Czech Floyd' say police

The Czech government backs police after a video shows an officer subduing a man by kneeling on his neck. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xLNxo3

Greece killing: Helicopter pilot appears in Athens court

Babis Anagnostopoulos wears a bullet-proof vest to court after admitting he suffocated his wife. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Un9HOR

Egypt detains female TikTok star after human trafficking conviction

Haneen Hossam appealed for clemency after being sentenced to 10 years in jail for human trafficking. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d0c1Sm

Euro 2020: Uefa declines request to light up Allianz Arena in rainbow colours

Uefa declines a request to light up the Allianz Arena in rainbow colours before Germany's Euro 2020 match against Hungary on Wednesday. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2STafM6

Gabon is first African country paid to protect its rainforest

It is the first African country to get money for reducing carbon emissions through forest protection. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j6TxDB

Spain pardons Catalan leaders over independence bid

Nine separatists were jailed over a failed 2017 independence bid, but the pardons are controversial. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j0mocC

Myanmar army clashes with anti-junta militia in major city

Four members of the opposition militia are reported dead in the first such clashes in a major city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xMzz5n

US could slow Afghanistan withdrawal amid Taliban gains

The Pentagon says September is still its withdrawal target as the Taliban seizes land and weapons. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Sg8FU6

Billie Eilish sorry for mouthing anti-Asian slur in resurfaced video

The singer said she's "appalled" by a clip which has been shared recently on TikTok. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qoTo04

Singaporean who tortured and killed Myanmar maid gets 30 years in jail

The 24-year old maid from Myanmar was tortured and starved before her death in 2016. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wP94fg

Australian mouse plague: Thousands of inmates moved from infested jail

Hundreds of inmates are relocated as New South Wales grapples with exploding numbers of mice. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gSo6dv

Canada: Fire destroys two Catholic churches on indigenous land

Police are treating the two blazes in the western province of British Columbia as suspicious. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Upyx0G

Covid sweeps India's Buddhist monasteries

Monasteries in India's Himalayan state of Sikkim have been especially vulnerable to the virus. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qnaKKD

Nicaragua political arrests lead Argentina and Mexico to recall envoys

Argentina and Mexico recall ambassadors for talks after a fifth presidential hopeful is detained. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xCwhl4

Covid: Vaccines running out in poorer nations, WHO says

There are chronic shortages in some nations where Covid infections are surging, a key official says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35HdF7n

China fails to meet promises on missing Xinjiang children

China made a public pledge to help find Kalbinur Tursan's children but she may never see them again. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vGnf5b

US Supreme Court sides with college athletes against NCAA

The country's top court examined whether caps on benefits to student athletes violated federal law. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gTAlGE

India Covid vaccination: New policy to speed up delivery

PM Modi praises its strong start but will the new vaccine rollout plan will have a long term impact? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zewVGM

Ethiopia's Tigray crisis: Abiy Ahmed denies reports of hunger

The UN says 350,000 people are living in famine conditions after eight months of war in the region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35FSliH

Tasmanian devils devastate penguin population on Australian island

A conservation group says a project to protect the predators has dealt a "major blow" to seabirds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cYSge0

James Michael Tyler: Friends' Gunther reveals cancer diagnosis

James Michael Tyler, who played Gunther on the show, says he has stage four prostate cancer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35Gh6LD

US police crack case of 19-tonne nut theft

Police have cracked the case of 42,000lbs of pistachios that went missing from a plant this month. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Shtv5J

Jordan tries ex-royal adviser and minor royal over alleged coup plot

An ex-royal court chief and a minor royal deny plotting to destabilise the kingdom, a lawyer says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gNaOPC

The Bishops Betray a Faithful President

By Tom Perriello from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3zDr3Y2

The 20 Best TV Dramas Since ‘The Sopranos’

By The New York Times from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/2Fq9OPP

As Lumber Prices Fall, the Threat of Inflation Loses Its Bite

By Matt Phillips from NYT Business https://ift.tt/3qbNrDm

Iran nuclear deal: President-elect Raisi issues warning over talks

Ebrahim Raisi promises he will not allow negotiations on reviving a 2015 deal to be dragged out. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xBmvQ3

Princess Latifa: Photo appears to show Dubai ruler's daughter in Spain

An Instagram image allegedly shows the daughter of the ruler of Dubai on "holiday" in Spain. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35DthZA

Spain confirms plans to pardon Catalan separatists

The nine leaders were jailed over a failed 2017 independence bid, but the pardons are controversial. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qgiZrV

Valerie Bacot: French woman goes on trial for murder of abuser

A petition is calling for Valerie Bacot's release, despite her admitting the killing in 2016. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3d0Bon5

They Put Up a Pride Flag. A Homeowners’ Group Said Take It Down.

By Michael Levenson and Neil Vigdor from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3vJ9TVM

Pakistani lawyer who represented Asia Bibi says he faces threats to his life

Saif ul Malook, who represented Asia Bibi and overturned blasphemy cases, describes death threats. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gTeP57

Swedish government toppled in no confidence vote

Prime Minister Stefan Lofven loses the vote following a dispute over rent controls. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qcvkxj

Traveling This Summer? Here’s What You Should Know About the Delta Variant.

By Concepción de León from NYT Travel https://ift.tt/3qaDvtL

Tokyo 2020: Up to 10,000 Japanese fans will be permitted at Olympic venues

Up to 10,000 Japanese fans - or 50% capacity - will be permitted at venues at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, despite warnings from health bosses. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iXC4O4

Apple Daily: HK pro-democracy paper could 'shut within days', says adviser

It comes after 500 officers raided the paper and froze HK$18m worth of assets linked to the company. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xtgKE2

Barnaby Joyce named Australia deputy PM after leadership contest

The return of Barnaby Joyce as deputy prime minister could impact Australia's climate change policies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cZn922

Armenia election: PM Nikol Pashinyan claims victory

The snap election was called in the wake of the country's defeat in a conflict with Azerbaijan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cYVtdD

France regional election: Macron and Le Pen fail to make ground - exit poll

Early results indicate both parties have failed to make ground in France's regional elections. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gHTPiH

Usain Bolt welcomes newborn twin sons Thunder and Saint Leo

The Olympic champion and his girlfriend Kasi Bennett announced the births on Instagram. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TPBKGq

North Korea's attempted $1bn bank hack

In 2016 North Korean hackers planned a $1bn raid on Bangladesh's national bank and came within an inch of success. But how did they do it? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wMfOup

Joe Biden: My surprise claim to be the US president's English cousin

Paul Harris has records that show a link to the president via recently discovered English ancestors. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2UnBper

French court dog helps soothe anxious victims of crime

How one Labrador has helped the victims of violent crime in southern France. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SN2irL

Birtukan Mideksa: Ethiopia's electoral board chairperson

Birtukan Mideksa, a former opposition leader who went into exile in the US, says "shortfalls are inevitable". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ql8P9y

South Korea: Swapping Seoul megacity isolation for village life

Some South Korean families are abandoning Seoul and swapping megacity isolation for rural village life. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xymUTi

I Am Breaking My Silence About the Baseball Player Who Raped Me

By Kat O’Brien from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3qeFqxO

US Navy uses 40,000lb explosive to test warship in 'Full Ship Shock Trial'

The US Navy conducted a 'Full Ship Shock Trial' against its aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cU3W1w

South Africa announces gems found are not diamonds

Thousands of people rushed to KwaHlathi village after a man found what turns out to be quartz. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3xzfJKt

One dead after driver crashes into Florida Pride parade

As yet the motive of the driver - who hit two people at the Fort Lauderdale event - is unknown. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wKJPL1

Iran nuclear deal: Israel attacks Iran as talks progress

Israel attacks Iran as world powers continue talks on reviving a landmark nuclear deal with Iran. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3qcZEYr

Alabama storm: Nine children and one adult killed in crash

The victims include eight children from a local foster home, and a father and his baby daughter. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gNav7d

Message in a bottle from 2018 found after Atlantic voyage

The note was found on a Portuguese island, three years after it was sent by a teenager from the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2ScE9uj

Deputy PM defends timing of Irish unity comments

The Irish deputy PM says for some it will "always be the wrong time" to talk about Irish unification. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iRtssd

Belgium: Body of fugitive far-right soldier found

The shooting instructor went missing in May after taking weapons from a base, sparking a huge manhunt. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iUM4HR

Tokyo Olympics: Inside the athletes' village

Rupert Wingfield-Hayes takes a look at how the athletes' village hopes to mitigate the risk of Covid. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cV7wIZ

Tokyo Olympics: Ugandan tests positive for Covid in Japan

The Ugandan was part of a nine-member squad which were fully vaccinated, reports say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zHyRrC

Trans US veterans to be offered gender surgery for first time

Veterans Affairs officials announce they will cover surgery for trans veterans for the first time. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wMyqKP

Thelma & Louise stars recall male backlash to film 30 years on

Geena Davis and Susan Sarandon reflect on the role of women in film at an anniversary screening. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3cWWT8l

'World's oldest' alligator Muja celebrates 85th birthday at Belgrade Zoo

From surviving World War Two to becoming a hit on TikTok, Belgrade Zoo star Muja has been through a lot. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TPDbEY

Antwerp: Five construction workers killed in school building site collapse

All of the victims were construction workers who had been building the new primary school. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gIS30W

In pictures: 1,000 Dreams to mark World Refugee Day

Refugees across Europe set out to record the lives of those who have also fled persecution. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wGEd4w

'War on Terror': Are big military deployments over?

Twenty years on from the "War on Terror", is it the end of big military deployments to warzones? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wN3Rok

K-wave: How fans are supporting their favourite idols

From buying billboard space to food trucks, here's how fans of Korean pop culture support their idols. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wGGlJy

Ethiopia elections: The misinformation circulating online

As Ethiopians prepare to go to the polls, false and misleading content has been spreading online. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TOR2uW

Troubled US teens left traumatised by tough love camps

Paris Hilton is among thousands who allege abuse at programmes aimed at reforming US teenagers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zBFDPM

Iran election: Israel voices 'grave concern' over Ebrahim Raisi

Israel says Ebrahim Raisi has nuclear ambitions and is Iran's most extremist president yet. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SKQwy5

Arizona police shoot driver who crashed into charity bike ride

Six cyclists and the suspect are critically injured after the incident at a charity bike ride. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iTIu0D

Covid: Brazil hits 500,000 deaths amid 'critical' situation

Experts warn the outbreak could worsen amid a slow vaccination programme and the start of winter. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gLCJiH

Kids, Covid and Delta

By David Leonhardt from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/3wFhkyi

Iran election: Wariness and welcome for Ebrahim Raisi

Ebrahim Raisi's win in the country's presidential election has prompted mixed reactions across the region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35Au2CI

Paris police search for two e-scooter riders after pedestrian killed

Two women on an electric scooter hit a pedestrian and did not stop to provide help, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3j0QpZM

Joe and Jill Biden announce death of 'beloved' dog Champ

Champ, a German Shepherd, had been with the couple for 13 years and lived at the White House. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gLBBNv

Mike Pence: Hecklers brand ex-VP 'traitor' at conservative conference

Mike Pence draws jeers, apparently for his refusal to overturn the results of the 2020 election. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3q8TRDt

Robert Schuman: Pope puts father of modern Europe on sainthood path

The Pope recognises the "heroic virtues" of Robert Schuman, who founded key European institutions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vGQbd5

How Republican States Are Expanding Their Power Over Elections

By Nick Corasaniti and Reid J. Epstein from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/35CE8Da

Man loses hand in clashes at banned France rave

Five police officers were hurt as police tried to break up the party in the Brittany region. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wCKkXA

Juneteenth: After decades, Opal Lee finally gets her day off

Opal Lee campaigned for years for a national holiday to commemorate the end of slavery in the US. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iNVJzQ

Valuable 350-year-old oil paintings found in skip

German police say the gold-framed artworks had been dumped at a motorway rest stop in Bavaria. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wCg3rU

Glacier Blood? Watermelon Snow? Whatever It’s Called, Snow Shouldn’t Be So Red.

By Cara Giaimo from NYT Science https://ift.tt/3czh9Nj

Iran election: Hardliner Raisi set to win in first round

Vote-counting shows Ebrahim Raisi - Iran's top judge - has so far received 62% of the vote. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SNqLNF

Why Ethiopia’s 'alphabet generation' feel betrayed by Abiy

PM Abiy Ahmed swept to power after mass protests, but his Oromo community still feel like outsiders. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SaHpGJ

Myanmar coup: UN calls for arms embargo against military

In a rare move, the UN condemns the overthrowing of Aung San Suu Kyi and calls for an arms embargo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35AfcvZ

Targeting Biden, Catholic Bishops Advance Controversial Communion Plan

By Elizabeth Dias from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3xuDLq6

Myanmar: Who are the ethnic armies training protesters?

Many protesters are being trained by ethnic armed groups - can they eventually topple the junta? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vEr4HS

Life in lockdown: The pandemic through our eyes

From freshman college to new life and loss, three young photographers document their pandemic year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2Uj8p7C

North Korea: Why doesn't it have enough food this year?

The country's leader Kim Jong-un has warned of shortages - what do we know about the food situation? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2SaGYw5

France's Le Pen on track for regional power with an eye on presidency

France's far-right National Rally party looks set to top Sunday's first round regional vote. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vCV9HR

Armenia's war defeat prompts bitter vote on rebuilding country

After a fierce campaign, the election will decide the country's post-war future. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wHotya

Lisbon gave protesters' data to foreign embassies

Data was illegally shared in 52 cases in 2018-19, with reports citing embassies of China and Russia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3q9BpKN

Abortion rights: US Catholic bishops face clash with Biden

US Catholic leaders begin a process that may call for the president to be barred from Holy Communion. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gANWnt

Shanghai gallery removes exhibit ranking women 'prettiest to ugliest'

The gallery in Shanghai pulls the video piece "Uglier and Uglier" after a backlash. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2S7srB8

Coronavirus: Setback for EU in legal fight with AstraZeneca

The EU loses a bid to make the company deliver 120m doses of Covid-19 vaccine by the end of June. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3zzF4Wx

Portland riots: Police crowd-control team resigns after officer indicted

The officer in the Portland crowd-control team faces an assault charge after last year's race riots. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2TKUvL2

Covid: Israel to send one million vaccines to Palestinians in swap deal

Under the deal, the Palestinians will give Israel a reciprocal number of doses later in the year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vAciBX

Apple Daily: Hong Kong police raid sparks rush on newspapers

The pro-democracy newspaper printed a bumper 500,000 copies after police arrested five senior staff. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iR5JIE

Tokyo Olympics: No spectators is 'least risky' option

Japanese medical experts warn that allowing domestic spectators will lead to a spike in Covid cases. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vD7agu

Foo Fighters to release disco album as the Dee Gees

Dave Grohl's band rename themselves the Dee Gees and cover five 1970s hits by the Gibb brothers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iNuHsk

California heatwave: State declares state of emergency

Parts of the US south-west report dangerously high temperatures, with excessive heat warnings in place. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wCLEK7

Alieu Kosiah: Liberian convicted of war crimes in Swiss court

Alieu Kosiah is the first Liberian to be convicted for acts committed during the country's civil war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3q7Gfbw

Crocodile attack: 'I was beating on its snout'

Georgia Laurie speaks to the BBC about how she fought off the crocodile attacking her twin sister. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3vChMw7

Alex Harvill: US daredevil dies during world record attempt

Alex Harvill died trying to break the record for the longest motorcycle ramp jump in Washington. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gy4LPU

Scarlett Johansson criticises Black Widow's 'hyper-sexualisation' in Iron Man 2

Scarlett Johansson says her character was treated like "a possession or a thing" in Iron Man 2. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3iSliQm

Ethiopia election: A sham or democratic rebirth?

Why the stakes are so high in the nation's first attempt at free and fair elections. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3q8KYtE

Gaza fire balloons draw renewed Israel air strikes

Arson attacks and retaliatory air strikes put further strain on a fragile ceasefire. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gBitBt

A bill to make Juneteenth a federal holiday clears the Senate.

By Zach Montague from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3wz8WAw

German hunt for gunman who killed two in Espelkamp

It is not clear why the man, now on the run, shot a man and a woman in the town of Espelkamp. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/2S4TME5

Abubakar Shekau: The mastermind behind the Chibok kidnappings

Nigeria's Boko Haram confirms that its leader Abubakar Shekau has been killed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gy2yUA

Peru election: Why has no winner been declared?

The country is still waiting to find out the outcome of its most polarised poll in recent history. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/35vvAOh

Affordable Care Act Survives Latest Supreme Court Challenge

By Adam Liptak from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3xs0tPF

Obamacare: US Supreme Court upholds affordable healthcare law

The law, known as Obamacare, gives millions of low-income Americans access to medical insurance. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3gDqO6F

India Covid pandemic: Girl, 5, reunited with mother in Australia

Stuck in India, Johannah was separated from her family in Australia because of border closures. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wAJL0x

Kenneth Kaunda: Zambia's first president dies aged 97

Kaunda was one of Zambia's founding fathers who helped achieve independence from Britain in 1964. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3wNlx3n

The Ganges Is Returning the Dead. It Does Not Lie.

By Om Gaur from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/3gxC1Xp

Two Team Photos, One Difference: The Cheerleader With Down Syndrome

By Amanda Morris from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3pYeulG