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A 17-Year-Old Is Killed and 4 Are Hospitalized in River Tubing Stabbing

By Vimal Patel from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/bSJiQTM

Beach body ad edited out my prosthetic leg - model

Sian Green-Lord said the Spanish government campaign also used her photos without permission. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Bb13gls

G.O.P. Feuding and Chaos Endanger the Party’s Chances in Michigan

By Nick Corasaniti and Reid J. Epstein from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/lwnB0tJ

Women, the Game Is Rigged. It’s Time We Stop Playing by the Rules.

By Lux Alptraum from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/nshaVFK

Arizona: Trapped woman pulled to safety from flooded car

Flash floodwaters in Arizona surround a woman's car after its tyres got stuck in mud. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0Te3MJa

Nancy Pelosi begins Asia tour, with no mention of Taiwan

Nancy Pelosi will visit four East Asian countries - and China has warned her not to include Taiwan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/H4CIOfk

Southern Ukraine city Mykolaiv heavily shelled by Russians

Ukraine says Russian rockets and missiles hit Mykolaiv, a key port city on the main route to Odesa. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Rtq2lyj

Kentucky floods: 'More water than any of us have ever seen'

Children are among at least 16 people dead amid historic flooding in the US state of Kentucky. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vqGE1uT

Iraq: Dozens injured as Iraqi parliament stormed again

At least 125 people are injured as protesters storm Iraq's parliament for the second time in a week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kCuEpXY

Iraq: Muqtada al-Sadr supporters storm parliament again

At least 60 people are injured as demonstrators again break into Iraq's parliament building. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uoCyTLI

Gazprom stops Latvia's gas in latest Russian cut to EU

The EU rejects Russia's demand that member states pay for Gazprom gas in roubles, not euros. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fc7UIln

The Pope's health: I could step down - but not yet, says pontiff

He was speaking on the way home from a trip to the Canada, where he apologised to indigenous people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/StvdTle

Alexander Ionov case: US charges Russian with interfering in US politics

Alexander Ionov is accused of malign interference, including promoting the secession of California. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/u1BKpel

Three Pressing Questions About Monkeypox: Spread, Vaccination, Treatment

By Apoorva Mandavilli from NYT Health https://ift.tt/OZ9nR6d

South African politician warns of 'guaranteed' uprising

Opposition figure Julius Malema told the BBC white people and elite black people could be targets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/V0rdvT4

Spanish beach body campaign used my image without asking - model

British model Nyome says she had "no idea" a Spanish body positivity campaign had used her photo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/epETtCU

Ukraine's shadow army resisting the Russians

Sarah Rainsford meets the underground partisans resisting Russian occupation in southern Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8sVoMAK

Kenya elections: Why farmers like William Ruto's big ambitions

The BBC visits the heartland of Deputy President William Ruto as he vies for the presidency. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/e0Tv1Vg

Migrants in Mexico: Mass escape from abandoned truck after recent deaths

It comes after 53 people died in a locked lorry in stifling heat in Texas last month. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/y9MziAJ

Samuel Alito: Top US judge mocks world leaders over abortion ruling

Samuel Alito dismisses Boris Johnson and others who condemned the move to restrict abortion. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XYuW8OR

Every Ukrainian living in constant stress since February - Zelenska

Ukraine's first lady says the Russian invasion is taking its toll on civilian mental health. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Wty1e7O

The Democratization of Airport Lounges

By Elaine Glusac from NYT Travel https://ift.tt/Q6CO3lT

Neighbours finale: 'Goodbye to a character I've grown up with'

The actors behind Paul Robinson and Harold Bishop reflect on the TV soap coming to an emotional end. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MFahn57

Dangerous bacterium found in Mississippi soil

Medics are on alert for cases of the rare infection that cause can be serious and even deadly to some people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/baqCRZQ

Kenya election: How a handshake changed Odinga's heartland

The BBC visits the home of presidential hopeful Raila Odinga, where a dramatic deal is paying off. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wW9E0qt

After Two Decades in Solitary, This Is His First Day Out

By Pete Quandt from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/gZjD2F0

Lulo Rose: Angola pink diamond believed to be largest found in 300 years

The 170 carat "Lulo Rose" is the fifth largest diamond ever discovered in Angola's Lulo mine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IlYydMP

Spelling Bee Forum

By New York Times Games from NYT Gameplay https://ift.tt/O813rNt

Ukraine war: Officials say work at grain ports resumes after deal

Ukraine's navy will try to establish "green corridors" for ships to pass through, officials said. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/yYGislL

The Case of the $5,000 Springsteen Tickets

By Ron Lieber from NYT Your Money https://ift.tt/ofr2LdQ

Gas prices soar as Russia cuts German supply

The Nord Stream 1 pipeline is now operating at just a fifth of its usual capacity. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3ZNHpXx

Brazilian footballer Neymar faces fraud trial in Barcelona

Nine years after he moved from Brazil, he faces trial for alleged irregularities over the transfer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Sev1mEL

A Lawsuit Claims Skittles Are Unfit for Consumption. Experts Weigh In.

By Rachel Rabkin Peachman from NYT Well https://ift.tt/hg9lGSC

Japan monkeys: Member of gang terrorising locals caught and killed

Officials say they have caught and killed one of a gang of monkeys responsible for injuring 50 people. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8YSHFmG

Czech forest fire smoke drifts across country

People have been told to keep windows closed as the smell of smoke spreads to many areas. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TuBmtx3

Freya the 600kg walrus causes a stir in Norway

The young female marine mammal has been spotted clambering onto boats to doze in the summer sun. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/exoMFGy

Wildfire tears through homes in Texas

At least 20 properties have been destroyed by the fire in Balch Springs, as the US battles extreme heat. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/afkU9Zu

U.S. Officials Grow More Concerned About Potential Action by China on Taiwan

By Edward Wong, David E. Sanger and Amy Qin from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/l2EymeD

Karnataka: India family pay $1,000 for missing parrot

The African grey parrot, which escaped through an open door, was returned to his family after five days. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HZmo91L

Kamala Harris Is Stuck

By Jeffrey Frank from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/JIiSkge

Japan's police to take measures after wild monkey rampages

What started as attacks on women and children, now include the elderly and adult men, officials say. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dkC50Iw

Tunisia referendum: Voters decide whether to increase president's powers

President Saied says the reforms will strengthen the country but opponents see them as a betrayal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/iI94Vkx

Eurovision: UK to host next year's Song Contest

Ukraine welcomes decision for contest in UK after organisers said winning country could not be host. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/HclpeN5

‘Parentese’ Is Truly a Lingua Franca, Global Study Finds

By Oliver Whang from NYT Science https://ift.tt/QCq2kwG

Myanmar's executed activists: Phyo Zeya Thaw and Ko Jimmy

Weeks before Myanmar executed four democracy activists, the BBC spoke to their family and friends. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TZtp84L

'I'd Defend Myself, Too': Chileans back abuse survivors

Activists in Chile are rallying behind survivors of domestic violence who killed their abusers in self-defence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UpLhrFi

Kenya: Life on the front-line of severe food shortages

The BBC's Anne Soy reports from the Horn of Africa, where US officials warn of a "hunger catastrophe". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qJcM5T0

Climate change: How to talk to a denier

Tips about how to engage with people who think climate change is a "hoax". from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/r1dBoOh

Tunisia referendum: President Kais Saied seeks mandate to extend powers

The North African is set to vote on a constitution that seeks to extend President Kais Saied's powers. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/aXH9hK2

Google Fires Engineer Who Claims Its A.I. Is Conscious

By Nico Grant from NYT Technology https://ift.tt/dmNsVYO

Climate protesters dragged away after attempting glue stunt with Botticelli masterpiece

The incident follows a spate of action where environmental activists have targeted famous artworks. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EXT2Y6g

The Rings of Power: Lord of the Rings prequel wows fans at Comic-Con

The Rings of Power, Amazon Prime's Lord of the Rings spin-off, is the costliest TV show to date. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BSwdUqf

China women: Killer of popular vlogger Lamu executed

The woman was set on fire by her former husband while she was livestreaming from her kitchen. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sPXUJgT

The Jan. 6 Panel After 8 Hearings: Where Will the Evidence Lead?

By Alan Feuer and Michael S. Schmidt from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/LnMWBbm

Ukraine war: Explosions rock Ukrainian port hours after grain deal

Six blasts hit the city on Saturday morning, with local officials blaming a Russian missile attack. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TKL7ezA

Texas wind turbine catches fire after lightning strike

Footage of a wind turbine in Crowell, Texas shows the aftermath of a lightning strike. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QFh4KP5

WWE chief McMahon retires amid sexual misconduct allegations

Vince McMahon led the wrestling firm for decades but this year faced sexual misconduct allegations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/IQdJjqN

Lisa Smith: Ex-soldier turned IS member gets 15 month sentence

Lisa Smith was found to have been a member of Islamic State between October 2015 and December 2019. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ijHugrp

Man killed as sink hole opens under swimming pool in Israel

The 32-year-old was sucked to his death when the ground opened under the pool at a party in Israel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/G7ho6sM

Czechs demolish pig farm on Nazi concentration camp for Roma

More than 300 Roma died at the camp and the farm's demolition ends years of bitter dispute. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/isFGjOS

Cyber-attacks on Port of Los Angeles have doubled since pandemic

The threats to the Port of Los Angeles are believed to come mainly from Europe and Russia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EZzpqTL

Capitol riot hearings: Eight key moments

Eight moments from the hearings that offer a window into Donald Trump's mindset during the riots. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qP0hvOb

Splendour in the Grass: Rain causes chaos at Australian music festival

Festival-goers at Splendour in the Grass endure muddy campsites, hours-long queues, and cancellations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6OHSfMk

Five takeaways from the eighth hearing of the Jan. 6 committee.

By Michael S. Schmidt from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/pqdMJgt

Capitol attack: Focus will be on Trump's failure to stop the riot

The hearing will argue that the former President did nothing to quell the violent mob for several hours from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FrNgofT

Driver Hits Family in Montana and Opens Fire, Killing Father and Toddler

By Livia Albeck-Ripka and Claire Fahy from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/P2R9WEU

Nord Stream: Key Russian pipeline resumes pumping gas to Europe

There had been fears Moscow would not restart flows in response to sanctions over the Ukraine war. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9ejCgqL

Italian PM Mario Draghi resigns after week of turmoil

He headed a unity government for 18 months, but three parties refused to back him in a key vote. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fwOuMy5

Ukraine war has made my son want to be a soldier - Zelenska

Olena Zelenska is in the US where she raised the plight of other children in the conflict. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/DGQn4sN

Ranil Wickremesinghe: Sri Lanka sees new president sworn into office

The ex-prime minister is seen as unpopular but some protesters say they'll give him a chance. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QlEMd0N

Spanish bull run: Three dead in 24 hours in Valencia hospitals

The men had all been wounded recently during the Valencia region's annual festival. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FmHtCSE

World's oldest male giant panda in captivity dies in Hong Kong zoo

An An was euthanized aged 35 - the equivalent of 105 years in human age. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UfNtqze

Questions About An Unsolved Murder Linger Over ‘Where the Crawdads Sing’

By Alexandra Alter from NYT Books https://ift.tt/uTAgckG

Wildfires rage in Greece, Spain and Italy as heatwave moves across Europe

Though temperatures in the south-west have cooled, fires continue to burn in Greece, Spain and Italy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Ukd3S9J

EU told to prepare for Russian gas shut-off

Countries urged to cut use by 15% until March, with the target becoming mandatory if Russia halts supplies. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/zh4YBwD

El Salvador gangs: State of emergency extended again

The controversial measures introduced to combat gangs have led to more than 46,000 arrests. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VSGZbtr

Ranil Wickremesinghe: Can Sri Lanka's new president unity?

Ranil Wickremesinghe has the top job he's dreamed of all his life - the challenges he faces are huge. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rau0pkA

Greek wildfire: High winds fuel fire raging through outskirts of Athens

The Greek fire service says nearly 500 firefighters have been deployed to tackle the blaze. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/mgOK9Ni

Russia's Putin finds keen ally in rare trip to Iran

For Russia, the Tehran summit was an opportunity to try to show it still has friends and influence. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/JDyhqQw

Heatwave: Living at 40C in Abuja, Delhi, Madrid and Sydney

Places where temperatures are usually higher have adapted their infrastructure and lifestyle. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gSGdiVR

Sri Lanka's tea farmers struggle to survive

Tea is the island's biggest export, but the industry is being hard hit by the economic crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/6uhqUNw

Here’s how to stay cool without air conditioning.

By Derrick Bryson Taylor from NYT World https://ift.tt/bYR51Ch

Iranian film director told to serve six years in jail

The arrest of acclaimed film maker Jafar Panahi had been condemned by the Cannes Film Festival. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/1pq9Tl6

Ecuador jail violence: Fight at Bellavista kills 13

The deadly confrontation is the latest in a string of prison fights which have killed hundreds. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/kVyCOcd

Ukraine war: First lady in US for high-level meetings

Olena Zelenska will address Congress in person on Wednesday, four months after her husband's virtual speech. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pmY34Xw

Ukraine war: Putin to visit Iran in rare international trip

Russia's leader has confined his trips to the former USSR since the invasion of Ukraine in February. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7zp4KVv

Plane flips over after crash-landing in Somalia

There are no fatalities among the 30 people on board despite dramatic scenes at Mogadishu airport. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/y7q3QzU

Mexico mourns marines who crashed after drug lord's capture

Fourteen marines died in a helicopter crash after a mission to capture drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oprcx0e

Pakistan: Former PM Imran Khan urges election after stunning Punjab poll win

The ousted ex-PM calls for early elections after his party wins a majority in the Punjab assembly. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/G3Yc8N0

Sushmita Sen: Why 'gold digger' jibe caused outrage

One of India's most-loved beauty queens has been in the eye of a social media storm recently. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NyqT6j3

US woman arrested for faking her kidnapping in India

Police say the woman staged her own kidnapping to get money from her parents. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MC1EXqu

Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Enforcement of L.G.B.T.Q. Protections

By Ava Sasani from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/UWFEQ0B

Several arrests at protest over dying Iranian lake

Once the world's second largest salt lake, farming and drought have reduced Lake Urmia to a trickle. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/puRMdo3

Captured Briton John Harding appears in video in Ukraine

John Harding, in his fifties and from Sunderland, says he was told he could face the death penalty. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wzWjrB4

BBC Africa Eye expose: Chinese man extradited to Malawi over racist videos

He was filmed using Malawian children to make videos, some of which included racist content. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/h8u6Z3V

What Joe Manchin Cost Us

By Leah C. Stokes from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/0aLwyN3

Heatwave: More evacuations as Mediterranean wildfires spread

Wildfires force France to evacuate some 14,000 people, as Spain, Croatia and Greece are also hit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/W9MRErd

German Documenta art fair chief quits in anti-Semitism row

An Indonesian mural showing anti-Semitic figures caused a scandal at a modern art show in Kassel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sxM4bod

Sri Lanka: 'I've spent 10 days in line for petrol'

Drivers in the crisis-hit nation tell of their mammoth waits amid a worsening fuel emergency. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SwpQGsZ

19 Easy and Cheap Dinner Ideas That Everyone Will Love

By Margaux Laskey from NYT Food https://ift.tt/znI4gh2

The striking photo that will define a visit

A photograph of Joe Biden and Mohammed bin Salman fist-bumping has gone viral - will their meeting be remembered for more? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/I1PkmHM

Missile strike on Ukraine space plant in Dnipro kills three

Russian cruise missiles hit a space rocket plant in Dnipro and the city of Nikopol is also hit. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/RYkGLlW

China heatwave: Shanghai workers swelter in 40C heat

Shanghai is one of dozens of cities across the country to issue extreme weather warnings. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/4LaE5rU

Ivana Trump died of blunt impact injuries to torso - NYC medical examiner

The death of Donald Trump's first wife is ruled accidental amid reports that she fell down stairs. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QXZfh5p

Europe heatwave: Deadly wildfires spread in Mediterranean

A firefighting pilot dies in Portugal and a big fire spreads near Spain's Costa del Sol. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/bD8APKr

Palestinian people deserve a state of their own - Biden

The US president reiterates the United States' commitment to a two-state solution for Israel and the Palestinians. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LAY48F0

Pi Hanks learned Saving Private Ryan lines from helmet

Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg set up camp on an Irish beach 25 years ago. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pM5Tq23

Manchin Pulls Plug on Climate and Tax Talks, Shrinking Domestic Plan

By Emily Cochrane and Lisa Friedman from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/ZMzTu6l

Kenya election: TikTok and disinformation

How TikTok is being used by supporters of various political factions in the upcoming Kenyan elections. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KYkvfpU

Sri Lanka: The fake ‘invasions’ of a broadcaster and Central Bank

After protesters breached official buildings this past week, misleading claims of other break-ins spiralled on social media. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/7Kjt4l1

Lauren Boebert’s Gun-Themed Restaurant, Shooters Grill, Closes

By Azi Paybarah from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/rzBoOFl

Italy's PM Draghi on brink as crisis vote looms

His government nears collapse after a populist coalition party plans to pull out of a confidence vote. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5IxvO9S

Netflix and Microsoft team up for cheaper plan with adverts

In April, the firm said subscriber numbers had fallen for the first time in more than a decade. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Tp0dGvr

Delta flew a plane from Heathrow to the U.S. just to deliver 1,000 pieces of stranded luggage.

By Lora Kelley from NYT Business https://ift.tt/HgOz3eo

Nazi Soldau: Ashes of 8,000 victims found in mass grave in Poland

A mass grave containing 17.5 tonnes of ashes is unearthed in Poland, close to a former Nazi camp. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FScthQ3

Elite Colleges’ Quiet Fight to Favor Alumni Children

By Stephanie Saul from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/u6fjybe

Sri Lanka protests: One dead and 84 injured, say hospital officials

A 26-year-old man died of breathing difficulties after police forces fired tear gas to disperse the crowd. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rqsXLTB

Battle of Waterloo skeletons uncovered in Belgium

The remains of humans and horses from the crucial 1815 battle are found in Belgium. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Y7LDKSo

Webb Telescope Reveals a New Vision of an Ancient Universe

By Dennis Overbye, Kenneth Chang and Joshua Sokol from NYT Science https://ift.tt/lJkAZ3e

The Eagles: Three men charged with plot to sell stolen Hotel California lyrics

The stolen manuscripts contained the lyrics to the US rock band's hit album Hotel California. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/MfXQLuI

Ukraine grain: Kyiv optimistic on Russia deal to reopen Black Sea

Tough talks are needed to reopen safe cargo routes for the grain that Russia has trapped in Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qh7pBig

Gambia after Yahya Jammeh: 'I'll never get justice'

Years after the notorious leader's election defeat, his alleged victims are still searching for justice. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/0k3dntl

Sri Lanka: Police fire tear gas at protesters marching outside PM's office

Sri Lanka's PM Ranil Wickremesinghe has declared a state of emergency in the country. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KibQnGZ

Relief Eludes Many Renters as Fed Raises Interest Rates

By Jeanna Smialek and Conor Dougherty from NYT Business https://ift.tt/eaY7B2p

Hong Kong: Activist with cancer jailed for Olympic protest attempt

The 75-year-old was arrested in February for planning a peaceful protest against the Beijing Olympics from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/z29KgnE

What did Shinzo Abe mean to Japan?

The former PM is known for his signature "Abenomics" economic policy, but his legacy lies in national security. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/So2RTdB

Timed Teaser: Why did Elon Musk drop his Twitter buyout?

Test your knowledge of the news these last few days - 10 questions, 10 seconds each. Go! from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Lz816Ef

Heathrow caps passenger numbers over summer

The UK's biggest airport has been struggling to cope with the rebound in demand for air travel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/dLK6ejO

National emblem: Ferocious lions' statue on new parliament raises eyebrows

PM Narendra Modi has unveiled a bronze cast of India's national emblem on top of the new parliament building. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/lc9uqbp

French Fécamp 'precious blood' relics recovered after abbey theft

Catholics were shocked when an artefact said to contain drops of Jesus's blood was stolen in France. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/G7QLq9X

José Eduardo dos Santos: Spain approves autopsy for ex-Angola leader

The family of 79-year-old José Eduardo dos Santos alleged there was a plot to kill him. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5HTU1B7

Swiggy identifies 'mystery' horse-rider from viral video

A viral video had showed an unknown man on a horse carrying the food delivery aggregator's bag. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hdtk0Yv

Faroe Islands to limit dolphin hunt after outcry

The practice has been under scrutiny after more than 1,400 dolphins were killed in one day last year. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Tna0OVy

Uber Files: Massive leak reveals how top politicians secretly helped Uber

Emmanuel Macron is among leaders who helped the ride-hailing company disrupt new markets. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/b9jZL1Y

Austrian Grand Prix: Formula 1 to investigate claims of abuse

Formula 1 will investigate claims that some spectators at the Austrian Grand Prix suffered discriminatory abuse. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UIg5pLN

Novak Djokovic beats Nick Kyrgios to win Wimbledon title

Novak Djokovic underlines his recent dominance at Wimbledon with a composed fightback against Nick Kyrgios to win a fourth straight title. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EGYpj0O

Sri Lanka: 'The protests have changed thinking for the better'

Sri Lankan women tell the BBC of their hopes that the protests will have a positive impact on people's lives. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UzJ4bK1

Sri Lanka: Protesters 'will occupy palace until leaders go'

Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa promised to resign in a few days, but protesters are sceptical. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/udhpPDV

Russian rockets kill 15 in Chasiv Yar housing block, Ukraine says

Many are also feared to be trapped in the rubble of the apartment block in eastern Ukraine. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3DdEbqT

South Africa: Fifteen shot dead in Soweto township bar

The victims are believed to be between 19 and 35 years old, with several more in a critical condition. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fJIn7cK

Sri Lanka crisis: Demonstrators take over presidential residence

Thousands of demonstrators have taken over President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's residence in Colombo. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FgY92wC

Tony Sirico, an Eccentric Gangster on ‘The Sopranos,’ Dies at 79

By Anita Gates from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/LXWVx9C

Sri Lanka: Protesters storm President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's residence

Thousands of protesters are demanding President Rajapaksa quit over the country's economic crisis. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5SqJaIZ

Shinzo Abe: How the former Japan PM's assassination unfolded

How a gunman attacked and fatally shot the former Japanese PM during a campaign rally. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/acFMzNK

Shinzo Abe, Japan’s Longest-Serving Prime Minister, Dies at 67

By Motoko Rich from NYT World https://ift.tt/eJH9FGM

Shinzo Abe: The moment a gunshot is heard

Japan's former PM Shinzo Abe has been shot at an event in Japan's western city of Nara. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/TVIrGYp

The legacy of Japan's longest serving PM

A contentious nationalist, he was known for his signature economic reforms and an assertive foreign policy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/qDPznC0

James Caan: Hollywood pays tribute to late Godfather actor

Al Pacino, Francis Ford Coppola and Robert De Niro lead the tributes to the late Godfather actor. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/O0UyRXS

Decoding the Defiance of Henry VIII’s First Wife

By Jennifer Schuessler from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/8eHpF90

Syria: Russian UN veto could threaten aid deliveries to 3m people

Russia threatens to block a Security Council resolution keeping open a key cross-border aid route. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LJyGIBW

Jerry Harris Sentenced to 12 Years for Sex Crimes Involving Minors

By Sarah Bahr from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/tv0jPSc

Nicki Minaj's husband Kenneth Petty sentenced to one-year house arrest

Kenneth Petty, who failed to update his sex offender status when the couple moved, was also fined. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5k0bey3

Nicaragua expels Mother Theresa's nuns in latest crackdown

The Missionaries of Charity nuns left after their organisation was stripped of its legal status. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/sVG9rW1

Genoa bridge: Hopes for new Italy as disaster trial opens

Families of the 43 people killed look for justice four years after a Genoa highway bridge collapsed. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/WABG5qw

Amazon Prime Grubhub Deal: What to Know

By Christina Morales from NYT Food https://ift.tt/l2BPEXx

Rocco Morabito: Fugitive mobster handed over to Italy

Rocco Morabito, one of Italy's most wanted men, will serve 30 years after being arrested in Brazil. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FhnqYyx

When the Czarinas Ruled the Front Row

By Vanessa Friedman from NYT Style https://ift.tt/7tJyRgK

South Africa tavern deaths: Tears for teenagers at mass funeral in East London

Thousands attend a service in South Africa for 21 children who died mysteriously at a nightclub. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XNEWqxY

Friends creator says show used wrong pronouns for Chandler's trans parent

Marta Kauffman says it was a mistake not to use female pronouns for Chandler's transgender parent. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/aSRxE7Q

China suspends officials for 'ignoring' alleged baby abduction

The case of a baby who was allegedly abducted from his parents by local officials has sparked outrage. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/jFiHMl6

Mumbai: Heavy rains bring Indian city to a standstill

Millions are battling flooding and overflowing sewers as monsoon rains lash India's financial capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/s1PeBon

Mali coup: How junta got Ecowas economic sanctions lifted

West African leaders agree to drop the economic sanctions imposed on Mali after a coup. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/y0uxnKH

UK economic outlook has deteriorated, Bank of England warns

But banks are well-placed to weather even a severe economic downturn, the Bank of England says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZFGirYO

Shireen Abu Aqla: US report on journalist's death unacceptable, family says

The US has concluded the journalist was likely to have been hit by unintentional Israeli gunfire. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/C3wWdYe

Climate change: 'Sand battery' could solve green energy's big problem

A storage device made from sand may overcome the biggest issue in the transition to renewable energy. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Cgz5HG0

Xiao Jianhua: Canadian officials barred from tycoon's China trial

The trial is taking place five years after Xiao Jianhua vanished from a Hong Kong luxury hotel. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9hSPXLH

In Ukraine, U.S. Veterans Step In Where the Military Will Not

By Dave Philipps from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/gS53DWo

Rescuers try to save stranded cargo ship near Sydney

Teams have been deployed to rescue a cargo ship that is stranded off the coast of Australia. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xAGZN7J

Copenhagen shooting: Harry Styles fans praise Danish police for attack response

People near the scene of Sunday's shooting say police did a good job in getting them to safety. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/hIXvJVR

Kellogg's loses court case over sugary cereal supermarket offers

It means products such as Crunchy Nut Cornflakes will not be allowed in end of aisle promotions. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/8gy47S0

New Insights Into Trump’s State of Mind on Jan. 6 Chip Away at Doubts

By Peter Baker from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/SIhoVHR

China: Buyout of UK's largest microchip plant raises concerns

Welsh microchip producer has become a front-line in the tech war between the West and China. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/3oYIWqn

Manipur landslide: 42 dead, 20 missing as rescue operations continue

Authorities in Manipur state say heavy rain and fresh landslides are hampering rescue efforts. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gcNvt8X

Wimbledon: Roger Federer and former champions celebrate 100 years of Centre Court

Wimbledon marks 100 years of its Centre Court with a musical celebration and guest appearances from a host of former champions, including Roger Federer. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5BMgZF6

Thousands of Flights Are Delayed or Canceled as Holiday Travel Kicks Off

By Isabella Simonetti from NYT Business https://ift.tt/4LBhSn9

Akron Police Officers Placed on Leave After Fatal Shooting of Black Man

By Amanda Holpuch from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/tQGvRys

Sydney floods: Tens of thousands told to evacuate

Tens of thousands of residents have been told to evacuate their homes in Australia's biggest city. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/38t0CG1

Sydney floods: Tens of thousands told to evacuate

Roads have been cut off, with 18 evacuation orders in western Sydney alone and warnings of more to come. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XhTWmP1

Taiwan: China attack not imminent, but US watching closely, says Gen Milley

Top US general Mark Milley says China clearly is developing the capability to be able to attack Taiwan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Z3GEpSC

How Common Is Pancreatitis After a Colonoscopy?

By Trisha Pasricha from NYT Well https://ift.tt/kRJZzKT

War in Ukraine: Can we say how many people have died?

Russia and Ukraine have different claims of how many people have died in the conflict. The BBC explores the data. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/NtYIAT0

Vladimir Zelenko, 48, Dies; Promoted an Unfounded Covid Treatment

By Clay Risen from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/y679p0a

Baby’s Father Arrested in Shooting of Woman Who Was Walking Stroller

By Ali Watkins, Chelsia Rose Marcius and William K. Rashbaum from NYT New York https://ift.tt/LgcmFoH

Gambia bans all timber exports to combat rosewood smuggling

In 2020, the BBC revealed that vast quantities of protected rosewood were being trafficked from Senegal. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xF3vZje

New York overhauls gun laws after Supreme Court ruling

The restrictions adopted in New York are likely to end up in another legal challenge. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FTdLEUV

Jerry Hall files for divorce from Rupert Murdoch

The model cited "irreconcilable differences" with the media tycoon in court papers filed in California. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/oWvMs2H

Brittney Griner: Detained US basketball star appears in Russian court on drug charges

If convicted on drugs charges Brittney Griner faces up to 10 years in prison. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uAmFoVt

Watch: The moment a Landslide descends on town in Peru

No deaths or serious injures are reported, but authorities are searching for people who may be missing. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/vqMpBj4

Trump Group Pays for Jan. 6 Lawyers, Raising Concerns of Witness Pressure

By Luke Broadwater, Maggie Haberman, Annie Karni and Alan Feuer from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/y0YD2tH

John Lee: Who is Hong Kong's new hardline pro-Beijing leader?

The ex-security chief was essentially handpicked by Beijing and is set to prioritise law enforcement. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/LpM51iw

Bison attacks woman at Yellowstone National Park

It is the second such incident in three days in the US park. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/VQ6R8aT

Ukraine war: Russian missile strikes kill 18 in Odesa region - emergency service

The overnight strikes hit a residential building and a recreation centre in a village, Ukraine says. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/E8JiybD