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German singer Heino pushes back against the far-right AfD
A far‑right politician in Germany used schlager icon Heino in election advertising without his consent. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Wel...
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Why is the Labour party losing so many Muslim voters? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and links readers to the original publishe...
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The Climate Question
How Thailand and Vietnam are seeing rapid growth in EV sales and manufacturing Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and links readers...
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Tiger escapes enclosure near Leipzig, one person injured
An escaped tiger has injured a 73-year-old man near Leipzig, with police saying they shot the animal. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle...
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Canadian from hantavirus-hit cruise ship tests positive
The individual is one of four former passengers on the MV Hondius isolating on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Newsiline summarises this report from B...
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1.1 billion people live in slums. Can they be housed in dignity?
Ministers, mayors, international organisations, urban planners and experts are in Baku, Azerbaijan, to tackle one of the world’s fastest-growing challenge...
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Ebola outbreak in Central Africa declared a ‘Public Health Emergency of International Concern’
The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda a Public Health Emerg...
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Nuclear terror threat ‘has never been so high’
The widespread availability of new technology, such as militarised drones and artificial intelligence, means that the current threat of nuclear terrorism...
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Personal decision for Starmer on whether to fight leadership contest, minister says
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy tells the BBC that the prime minister has "shown before that he's up for a fight" and she "wouldn't write [him] off". Newsili...
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Saturday Night Live UK met a sceptical crowd - but has it won them over?
Many predicted a transatlantic SNL would crash and burn - but as its run comes to a close, the consensus from fans and critics has been mostly positive. N...
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Germany and Japan test hydrogen future with BMW, Toyota cars
During a recent visit to Japan, Germany's transport minister Patrick Schnieder toured hydrogen projects aimed at bringing the fuel into the mainstream. Ne...
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Dead humpback whale off Denmark is 'Timmy'
Divers have confirmed that a dead humpback whale spotted off Denmark is the same creature that spent weeks beached off Germany's Baltic coast. Newsiline s...
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Germany news: UNICEF says child well-being ranking 'alarming'
A new study ranks Germany near the bottom in child well-being and education. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links...
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'New cancer test makes me feel women's health matters'
A patient praises a new test for womb cancer being trialled at hospitals in Suffolk and Essex. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and...
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Labour leadership jostling puts Brexit back under political spotlight
The UK's relationship with the EU is shaping up as a key issue for a possible Labour leadership contest and the coming by-election in the Makerfield. News...
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'Look Mum, one point': Why does the UK keep getting Eurovision wrong?
After four years of flops, the BBC has to think hard about how it approaches Eurovision in 2027. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertai...
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Bangaranga! Bulgaria wins Eurovision - but UK comes last
Bulgarian singer Dara is a surprise winner beating Israel in second place, while the UK's Look Mum No Computer gets just one point. Newsiline summarises t...
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Lights, camera, Bangaranga: Highlights from Eurovision
Bulgarian singer Dara stormed to victory in the contest, while Ukraine broke the record for the longest note ever sung at Eurovision. Newsiline summarises...
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Watch: Meet the Americans who love Eurovision
US fans of the Eurovision Song Contest gathered in Washington DC to cheer on their favourite European acts. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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Soprano Dame Felicity Lott dies aged 79
The British operatic soprano recently told the BBC of her terminal cancer diagnosis. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainment &...
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The British White Lotus? A group trip goes wrong in BBC drama Two Weeks in August
The cast of the new BBC drama say the series explores what happens when a ‘group holiday goes wrong’. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Ent...
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Robert paid £726 to skip the driving test waiting list. New laws mean others won't be able to
The government is cracking down on third parties who use bots to buy tests and resell them at inflated prices. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC N...
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Is it harder than ever to be prime minister?
Discontent with the political class is greater than ever - has the UK become ungovernable? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics and l...
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Living with PMDD is like having the Grim Reaper visit every month
Women diagnosed with premenstrual dysphoric disorder discuss how it impacts their lives. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links...
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The girl group who've sold out venues and toured the world - without releasing a record
The all-female supergroup has sold out venues across the UK and Ireland, toured stadiums with Ed Sheeran, and built a global following - all without relea...
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Streeting says he would join leadership race as Burnham vows to 'save' Labour
The former health secretary says there must be a "proper contest" while Burnham says Labour needs to be "saved from where it's been". Newsiline summarises...
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Germany stakes claim in new space race
German companies of all sizes and all over the country are developing satellites and space applications. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche We...
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Could Romania and Moldova reunite?
Moldovan leader Maia Sandu and her Romanian counterpart Nicusor Dan want to reunite their countries. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle...
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The race to replace Starmer is on - but he still faces a momentous choice
Labour is consumed by drama, but the PM still faces big decisions - and what could be his final choice. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - P...
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Germany's housing crisis hits immigrants hardest
The German housing market crisis is deepening social inequality. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links readers to t...
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'From collection to connection': How museums are redefining themselves
Gone are the days when museums were just places to see art and artifacts. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - All English and links rea...
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World Urban Forum opens in Baku as housing crisis and climate shocks intensify
Soaring housing costs, climate shocks and conflicts are leaving millions without adequate shelter – but what can be done? Newsiline summarises this report...
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Turning silence into stories: Cambodian activist amplifies LGBTQI+ youth voices
Cambodian activist Panha Theng, a 2025 UN Young Leader for the Sustainable Development Goals, says visibility and safe spaces remain critical for LGBTQI+...
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Race Across the World pairs unite for tribute run
Pairs from every series will race in the Greater Manchester Run a year after Sam Gardiner's death. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top St...
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Andreas Rettig: 'You can't separate sports and politics'
The World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico is sparking discussions beyond the realm of football. Newsiline summarises this report from Deutsche Welle - A...
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Reform now run Wakefield - so what do the locals think?
Reform UK councillor Karl Johnson is set to become the new leader of Wakefield Council following a dramatic shift in power last week. Newsiline summarises...