Sunday, July 31, 2022

California wildfire: McKinney Fire spreads rapidly in north of state

Thunderstorms and erratic winds could complicate the US state's largest fire so far this year.

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Trailblazing Star Trek actress Nichelle Nichols dies at 89

She became one of the first black American actresses to play a figure in authority on US television.

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Bill Russell: NBA leads tributes after Boston Celtics great dies at the age of 88

American basketball great Bill Russell has died at the age of 88.

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Saturday, July 30, 2022

Kansas: The state where abortion is on the ballot

Opposing sides are in a close race to decide whether women in Kansas have the right to abortion.

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US President Joe Biden tests positive for Covid after 'rebound' infection

The US president is not experiencing symptoms, but will isolate again after a fresh positive test.

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

Alexander Ionov is accused of malign interference, including promoting the secession of California.

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Friday, July 29, 2022

Pope Francis: Did the pontiff's apology in Canada go far enough?

Pope Francis has faced criticism in Canada that he has not done enough to repair the harms of the past.

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Islamic State group: Canadian narrator of propaganda videos jailed

Khalifa was a "formidable figure" in IS and personally killed two captive Syrian soldiers, say prosecutors.

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Mega Millions draw: Lotto fever grips US over $1.3bn jackpot

Slim odds of one in 300 million did not deter wishful Americans from snapping up tickets by the stack.

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Migrant deaths: How an American dream ended in horror

Funerals are being held for some of the 53 migrants who died in a van in the sweltering heat in Texas.

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Rusty Bowers defied Donald Trump - what happens now?

The political fate of a "nobody" Republican will reveal a lot about the ex-president's future too.

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Nancy Pelosi's long history of opposing Beijing

The US speaker is aggravating China over Taiwan - but has a long history of taking on Beijing.

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Thursday, July 28, 2022

Ex-British ambassador to the US dies at 78

The former ambassador to the US became famous for his colourful turn of phrase - and his colourful socks.

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Death toll rising from 'historic' Kentucky floods

At least eight people are dead after rain deluged an eastern swathe of the Bluegrass state.

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Climate change: Will naming heatwaves save lives?

Will naming heatwaves help stem rising heat-related deaths and hospitalisations across the US?

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Washington DC at 'tipping point' as migrants arrive from border

Texas and Arizona have transported thousands of migrants north in protest over the Biden border policy.

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Joe Manchin: What's in US Democrats' 'inflation-fighting' bill?

The $739bn package raises corporate taxes, lowers healthcare costs and invests heavily in renewables.

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Xi and Biden exchange warnings on Taiwan

Tensions rise as reports emerge of a plan by the US's Nancy Pelosi to visit Taiwan.

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022

US makes huge interest rate rise to tame soaring prices

The Federal Reserve is increasing interest rates for a fourth time as it tries to control inflation.

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George Floyd death: Last two ex-officers sentenced to prison

J Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao were convicted in February of violating George Floyd's civil rights.

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022

Capitol riots: Prosecutors probe Trump role in election challenge - report

Federal officials reportedly question witnesses about the former president's actions, US media says.

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Could the Great Lakes solve US shipping woes?

Inland ports along the Great Lakes are helping to fill the gap in supply-chain disruption.

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Buzz Aldrin's moon jacket sells for sky-high $2.8m

The US astronaut wore the inflight jacket onboard his historic trip to the Moon in 1969.

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Beijing vows 'consequences' if Nancy Pelosi visits Taiwan

The Chinese military says it will not sit idly by if the US Speaker visits the self-governing island democracy.

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'Flashy' NYC bishop robbed of $1m in jewellery during live sermon

Bishop Lamor Whitehead has defended his ostentatious lifestyle after the viral Brooklyn robbery.

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Locals evacuate California's largest wildfire in 2022

Thousands of people have had to evacuate the Oak Fire in California that has been spreading since Friday.

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Myanmar executions: US urges China to condemn Myanmar

However China's foreign ministry says it does not interfere in other nations' internal affairs.

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Utah's Great Salt Lake is running out of water

This July, the largest salt water lake in the Western Hemisphere reached its lowest level ever recorded.

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Monday, July 25, 2022

Cost of living: Walmart issues profit warning as price rises hit

The US retail giant expects its annual profits to fall by up to 13% as food and fuel prices surge.

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Paul Sorvino: 'Goodfellas' actor dies at 83

The Tony-nominated character actor was best known for his portrayals of policemen and gangsters.

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Pope Francis: Pontiff says he is 'deeply sorry' to Canadian residential school survivors

Pope Francis "begs forgiveness" for the Catholic Church's role in abuse against indigenous peoples.

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Adele finally announces rescheduled Las Vegas dates

The star will begin her residency in November, 11 months after it was originally due to start.

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Sunday, July 24, 2022

Oak Fire: Wildfire grows as firefighters battle punishing heat

More than 6,000 people have been evacuated as the wildfire rages near Yosemite National Park.

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Elon Musk denies affair with Google co-founder's wife

The technology multi-billionaire's comments came in response to a report in the Wall Street Journal.

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Comic-Con: Five things we learned

Fans have been given an exclusive glimpse of footage from a host of new blockbusters.

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Abortion in US: How misinformation has fuelled the debate

Claims about health concerns and legal rights are intensifying the strength of feeling.

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Lawyer Dan Nguyen travels the world with his three cats

Dan Nguyen's cats have ridden Venice's gondolas and climbed trees in New York's Central Park.

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Iowa shooting: Child and parents shot dead while camping

Police say the suspected shooter later turned the gun on himself at the popular campsite in Iowa.

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Saturday, July 23, 2022

Comic-Con: Boseman honoured as Black Panther: Wakanda Forever trailer unveiled

There are tears as stars of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever remember Chadwick Boseman at Comic-Con.

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Texas wind turbine catches fire after lightning strike

Footage of a wind turbine in Crowell, Texas shows the aftermath of a lightning strike.

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House of the Dragon: What we know about the Games of Thrones spin-off

The series is set 200 years before Game of Thrones - but the dragons, death and feuds are all there.

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Pope Francis: The pontiff's 'pilgrimage of penance' to Canada

Pope Francis will meet with indigenous communities to apologise for the church's role in residential schools.

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Climate change: How to talk to a denier

Tips about how to engage with people who think climate change is a "hoax".

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Wildfire rages near Yosemite National Park

Central and North Eastern regions of the US are also sweltering under extreme heat.

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Trump and Pence host rival rallies in Arizona

They back competing candidates in the race to be the Republican nominee for the state governorship.

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WWE chief McMahon retires amid sexual misconduct allegations

Vince McMahon led the wrestling firm for decades but this year faced sexual misconduct allegations.

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Friday, July 22, 2022

Blake Lemoine: Google fires engineer who said AI tech has feelings

Blake Lemoine went public with his believes that Google's breakthrough Lamda technology is sentient.

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Toronto Pearson: 'I just need to get out of this airport'

The chaos at Toronto Pearson is a symptom of the disruption Covid inflicted on commercial aviation.

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Monkeypox: US confirms first two cases in children

Children are at an elevated risk for severe monkeypox disease, but both children were "doing well".

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Pizza delivery man saves children from burning house

Nicholas Bostic saved five people from the home, and was hailed as a hero by the police chief.

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Capitol riot hearings: Eight key moments

Throughout the eight hearings members have sought a window into Donald Trump's state of mind.

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Thursday, July 21, 2022

Capitol riot: Trump ignored pleas to condemn attack, hearing told

The ex-president was "pouring gasoline on the fire" during the Capitol attack, the inquiry hears.

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Thomas Lane: Ex-policeman jailed for role in George Floyd killing

Thomas Lane is sentenced to two-and-a-half years for violating the civil rights of George Floyd.

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The woman who built a career from true crime and make-up

Bailey Sarian dabbled in YouTube for years before a chance idea led to a new profession.

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Comic-Con returns in-person to San Diego after pandemic

More than 100,000 fans are gathering in San Diego for Comic-Con.

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Polio: New York reports first US case in nearly a decade

An unvaccinated young adult in New York is experiencing paralysis since contracting the virus.

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Jake Wightman: World champion and his dad Geoff on 1500m Oregon victory

Geoff Wightman has been commentating on his son Jake's races for 18 years, but Tuesday's victory was the most special yet.

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Comic-Con: Thousands head to San Diego for huge Film and TV event

A new Game of Thrones prequel will be among the highlights of the celebration of popular culture.

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022

Ukraine's First Lady asks US Congress for weapons

In a passionate speech, Olena Zelenska asks for more help in fighting the war against Russia.

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Biden unveils $2.3bn plan to fight climate change

But he stops short of formally declaring a climate emergency, despite pressure from fellow Democrats.

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Ivana Trump's funeral held in New York City

The funeral of Donald Trump's first wife brings the family together for a rare public reunion.

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US seizes stolen funds from suspected North Korean hackers

The Department of Justice has already returned ransom payments to two hospitals.

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Tuesday, July 19, 2022

Republicans help pass House gay marriage bill

Democrats argue gay marriage rights could be at risk, but Republican critics say the bill is a gimmick.

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Rogers outage: Why a network upgrade pushed millions in Canada offline

A Canadian telecoms giant is under pressure to ensure a network crash felt nationwide doesn't happen again.

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Democrats arrested at abortion rights protest

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar were among those held near the Supreme Court.

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US Capitol riot: Steve Bannon felt 'above the law', prosecutors say

As the ex-Trump strategist's trial begins, prosecutors say he rebuffed a "mandatory" legal summons.

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Twitter-Musk takeover dispute heading for October trial

Twitter hopes that the trial will end with a court order for Musk to complete a $44bn takeover bid.

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Monday, July 18, 2022

Armed 'hero' stopped mass shooter at Indiana mall

Elisjsha Dicken, 22, gestured to other shoppers to flee "as he engaged and closed in on the suspect", say police.

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Did Prince Harry just slam US Supreme Court on abortion?

At the UN, Prince Harry laments the "rolling back of constitutional rights" in his adopted home.

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Will the Parkland gunman get the death penalty?

While 27 states still allow for the death penalty, the number of executions in the US has fallen.

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Texas shooting: Speak to us! Cowards! - Families yell over report

People react at the end of a press conference about a report into the 24 May shooting which left 21 dead.

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Parkland school shooting: Gunman faces death penalty as trial opens

He pleaded guilty to 17 counts of first-degree murder last year over the attack at a Florida school.

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Gareth Bale: Wales forward produces stylish first touch on LAFC debut

Gareth Bale makes his Major League Soccer debut as a 72nd-minute substitute for Los Angeles FC in a 2-1 win at Nashville SC.

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Bennifer: Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez marry in Las Vegas

Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez marry in Las Vegas, just over 18 years after ending first engagement.

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Sunday, July 17, 2022

Texas shooting: Uvalde report finds 'systemic failures' by authorities

Authorities have been heavily criticised for how they handled the attack that killed 19 children.

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Saturday, July 16, 2022

Why an accused Liberian warlord was killed in Canada

An accused Liberian warlord was shot in Canada, and a police officer and his son ended up in court.

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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?

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Friday, July 15, 2022

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.

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US monkeypox outbreak: Demand for vaccines outstrips supply

The slow roll-out is a blow to chances of containing the outbreak, health experts warn.

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Nova Scotia shooting: Gunman's partner describes night of terror

Lisa Banfield, who was with the gunman for 19 years, said she was "so scared I didn't want to move".

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Saudi Arabia: Biden raised Khashoggi murder with crown prince

The US president is attempting to rebuild ties having promised to make Saudi Arabia a "pariah".

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Thursday, July 14, 2022

Saudi Arabia: Biden set to meet Prince Mohammed bin Salman despite criticism

The US leader says he won't dodge discussion of Saudi Arabia's human rights record on Friday's trip.

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Ivana Trump: Glamorous immigrant who became a US institution

She was a competitive skier, fashion model, socialite, hard-driving businesswoman and author.

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What comes next for US gun control?

Here's a look at some solutions to gun violence proposed by both sides of the gun-control debate.

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Why Biden's Saudi trip has proved so thorny

On this Middle East tour, the president must walk a foreign policy tightrope.

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Ivana Trump, Donald Trump's first wife, dies at 73

The former US president described his ex-wife as a "wonderful, beautiful and amazing woman".

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Alex Murdaugh: High-profile lawyer charged with murder of wife and son

The charges are the latest in a long-running crime saga involving the disgraced lawyer Alex Murdaugh.

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Albatross-inspired glider designed for Mars flight

Scientists are developing a sailplane to soar above the Martian surface like the big seabird.

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Wednesday, July 13, 2022

Nord Stream 1: Trudeau defends decision to return Russia-owned turbine

It released the turbine - used in a natural gas pipeline from Russia to Germany - despite Ukraine's objections.

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Mark Fleischman: Ex-Studio 54 club owner dies by assisted suicide at Dignitas

Mark Fleischman, who ran the legendary New York nightclub in the 1980s, dies by assisted suicide.

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Uvalde shooting: Families express anger at leaked video of school attack

Footage from the shooting, published by a local newspaper, shows police waiting to confront the gunman.

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Biden trip may underline waning power in Mid East

The US president's visit to the turbulent region may highlight the limits of American power.

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US prices rising at fastest rate for 40 years

Fuel and food prices are pushing up inflation in the US, which is at a record level.

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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.

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Mexico to spend $1.5bn on modernising US border

A "bold programme" is needed to deal with the migrants crossing the border, Mexico's president says.

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Rogers outage: Millions to get credits over internet and mobile blackout

The disruption - which lasted for over 15 hours - affected transport, banking and emergency services.

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Capitol riots: Trump tweet incited 6 January attack says committee

Mr Trump sent a rallying call to supporters after "the craziest meeting" of his presidency, the inquiry hears.

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Monday, July 11, 2022

Jill Biden criticised for comparing Latinos to tacos

"We are not tacos," a Hispanic industry group responded after the US first lady's botched compliment.

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Nasa telescope takes super sharp view of early cosmos

The new $10bn space telescope delivers its first full-colour image of the distant Universe.

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Roe v Wade: Abortion pills a new front in culture wars

Abortion pills - the most common way to end pregnancies in the US - are in activists' crosshairs.

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'Sit down!' Biden heckled at White House by bereaved father

President Joe Biden's speech is interrupted by the dad of a school shooting victim.

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Texas woman argues unborn baby counts as passenger after fine

A woman fined for driving in a high-occupancy lane makes the argument following the reversal of Roe v Wade.

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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!

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In first, US considers over-the-counter birth control pills

HDA Pharma says the move will remove unnecessary barriers for US women seeking contraception.

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Sunday, July 10, 2022

Yosemite's giant sequoias: Wildfire threatens world's largest trees

Giant sequoias are in danger as large flames spread over 1,500 acres in Yosemite National Park.

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Steve Bannon willing to testify at Capitol riot hearing

Steve Bannon had refused to cooperate until now but his apparent change of heart is supported by Trump.

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Maine energy: How one hydropower project sparked a $100m 'hoohah'

A proposal to send hydropower from Canada to the US was cancelled after significant pushback.

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The video game prescribed by doctors to treat ADHD

A US game has got regulatory approval to help treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

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Saturday, July 9, 2022

Canada's internet outage caused by 'maintenance'

Emergency services, banking and retail were all affected by the outage of a major internet supplier.

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America's race gap between black and white homeowners

Black Americans are almost twice as likely to be denied a mortgage than their white counterparts.

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Roe v Wade: Thousands march to White House for abortion rights

The US Supreme Court last month repealed Roe v Wade, ending the nationwide guarantee to an abortion.

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Friday, July 8, 2022

National lifeguard shortage forces pool closures across US

Pools are reducing hours and classes as they struggle to find enough lifeguards to meet summer demand.

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Sopranos actor Tony Sirico dies aged 79

The actor portrayed Paulie Walnuts, one of Tony Soprano's chief henchmen, on the popular HBO series.

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Americans in the crosshairs of China's spy game

As the West warns of stepped-up spying efforts by China, Americans find themselves in Beijing's sights.

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Canada hit by massive mobile and internet outage

Emergency call hotlines, hospitals and government agencies are affected by the nationwide issue.

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Arizona to ban people filming police officers within 8 feet

Opponents of the law have said it violates the constitutional right to free speech and a free press.

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US border agents' horseback charge on Haiti migrants 'unnecessary'

The US border control agency said the actions of its agents potentially violated US immigration law.

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Thursday, July 7, 2022

Theranos exec Sunny Balwani convicted of fraud

He and fraudster Elizabeth Holmes ran the Silicon Valley company as a couple before its implosion.

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The moment explosions detonate at Georgia monument

The monument, erected in 1980, has been billed as America's Stonehenge.

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Abortion: Mississippi's near-total ban to take hold

A state ban on abortion has forced the clinic at the heart of last month's Supreme Court decision to shut.

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James Caan: Oscar-nominated actor and Godfather star dies at 82

The US actor rose to fame for his portrayal of Sonny Corleone in the mafia film.

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James Caan: 10 memorable roles

The late US actor, who has died aged 82, starred in films including The Godfather, Misery and Elf.

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Brittney Griner pleads guilty to Russian drugs charge

The US basketball player admits the charges in a Russian court but denies any intent to break the law.

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Wednesday, July 6, 2022

Georgia Guidestones: 'America's Stonehenge' demolished after blast

The granite monument in the US state of Georgia was seen as satanic by some people.

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Jerry Harris: Star of Netflix's Cheer sentenced to 12 years

Jerry Harris admitted to exchanging lewd pictures with children that he knew to be underage.

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Rapper Nipsey Hussle's killer convicted of murder

Hussle, born Ermias Asghedom, was shot outside his LA clothing store in 2019 after a brief argument.

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Illinois gunman considered second shooting

The 21-year-old suspect was able to purchase five guns despite several 'red flags' being raised.

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Tuesday, July 5, 2022

Carlos Santana: Legendary US guitarist collapses on stage

The 74-year-old, who was taken to hospital, later said he passed out because of dehydration.

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How a Fourth of July parade turned into a massacre

Investigators believe that the 21-year-old suspect planned the deadly shooting weeks in advance.

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Roe v Wade: Mississippi judge refuses to block abortion ban

It is part of an escalation in activity in US courts as states seek to impose abortion restrictions.

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Suspect charged with murder over 4 July shooting

Suspect in mass shooting at Independence Day parade near Chicago charged with seven counts of murder

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Highland Park shooting: Tributes paid to victims of 4 July attack near Chicago

A grandfather and a synagogue employee have been named as some of the 4 July shooting's victims.

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Chicago suspect planned attack for weeks - US police

The man suspected of killing six people at a 4 July parade near Chicago planned the attack for several weeks, US police say.

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Brittney Griner: US basketball star detained in Russia asks Biden for help

Brittney Griner says she's terrified she might not return to her own country.

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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.

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Monday, July 4, 2022

How the US Supreme Court is reshaping America

America's top court has issued decisions that have divided the country and challenged lawmakers.

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Highland Park shooting: Man arrested after 4 July mass shooting

Police arrest a suspect after a rooftop gunman kills six people at an Independence Day parade.

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Illinois shooting: Six dead in 4 July parade shooting near Chicago

The mayor of Highland Park says the situation is "active" and urged people to remain indoors.

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Shireen Abu Aqla: US releases result of test on bullet that killed reporter

Although forensic analysis was inconclusive, the US said Israeli forces likely fired the shot.

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Timed Teaser: Name Cameron Diaz's comeback movie

Test your knowledge of the news these last few days - 10 questions, 10 seconds each. Go!

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Sunday, July 3, 2022

Jayland Walker: Ohio police release video of deadly suspect chase

Police believe black man Jayland Walker fired first before being shot more than 60 times by officers.

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Saturday, July 2, 2022

Three police die in 'pure hell' Kentucky shooting

The officers are killed along with a police dog as they try to serve a warrant for domestic violence.

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US woman denied termination in Malta: 'I was terrified'

Andrea was medically evacuated to Spain as doctors in Malta could not terminate her pregnancy under the country's ban on abortion.

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Inside a US abortion clinic in its final days

The BBC spent time with staff before they had to stop work and turn patients away.

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Adele says backlash to Las Vegas residency postponement was brutal

The singer says it took her months to recover from the reaction to her pulling her residency.

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New York overhauls gun laws after Supreme Court ruling

The restrictions adopted in New York are likely to end up in another legal challenge.

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Friday, July 1, 2022

Missing cryptoqueen: Is Dr Ruja Ignatova the biggest Bitcoin holder?

As the FBI adds Ruja Ignatova to its most wanted list, new findings suggest she amassed billions in Bitcoin.

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Texas migrant deaths: Truck driver 'unaware air conditioner had stopped working'

A police informant says he was told that the driver was "unaware" the air conditioning had failed.

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Roe v Wade: Women travelling for abortions will be protected - Biden

The US president warns some US states will attempt to arrest women crossing state lines for access.

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