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The seaside town where Stormtroopers patrol the beach
Fans of Star Wars prequel Andor meet every year at a filming location near Blackpool. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainment &...
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The Specials' last ever album 'a fitting tribute to Terry Hall'
The album was taken from 2019 performances at Coventry Cathedral and is released this month. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainmen...
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Murals, flags and beef dishes - Messi mania takes hold in Miami
Lionel Messi's World Cup goals roadshow continued with his seventh of the tournament for Argentina against Cape Verde - and delighted the fans who were in...
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Turbines turning from wind to sustainable products
Thousands of tonnes of non-recyclable wind turbine blades are coming to the end of their lives. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...
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Watch: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wed in NYC - here's how the day unfolded
The couple tied the knot in a star-studded ceremony officiated by comedian Adam Sandler at Madison Square Garden. Newsiline summarises this report from BB...
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Fireworks, flyovers and a 'really long' Trump speech as US celebrates 250th
The celebrations in the US capital will feature 850,000 fireworks, a "really long" speech from the president and scorching temperatures. Newsiline summari...
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Farewell Cape Verde - the underdogs the World Cup will never forget
Cape Verde may have been the World Cup's smallest nation but they leave the largest impact as they depart following defeat by defending champions Argentin...
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The schools starting late after 01:00 England game to 'reduce pressure' for parents
Some schools are opting to open late, arguing they are striking the right balance, and many parents have backed it. Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wed in NYC in ceremony officiated by Adam Sandler
It was the bash of the century, with celebrities from singer Benson Boone and actor Hugh Grant to model Gigi Hadid and actor Ethan Hawke in attendence. Ne...
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Argentina overcome Cape Verde in extra-time thriller
Argentina overcome a huge scare as they beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time thanks to a deflected header from Cristian Romero to advance to the last 16. New...
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Mini-marts linked to convicted people smuggler closed after BBC investigation
We traced Twana Jamal, once the "the godfather" of French migrant camps, to two shops in Leicestershire. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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Five and a half hours that left England's World Cup tie in chaos
For several hours on Friday, no-one seemed to know when England's World Cup last-16 match against co-hosts Mexico would kick off. Newsiline summarises thi...
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Ear plugs have become a festival must-have - but they aren't all created equal
Ear plugs are becoming an increasingly popular accessory at music festivals. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links reader...
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What could new rights for unmarried couples mean for your money?
Co-habiting couples in England and Wales could be given more protections if they break up under new government proposals. Newsiline summarises this report...
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'Hotter and hotter and hotter' - Europe's new climate in seven charts
Temperature records have tumbled across the UK and Europe as scientists warn it is a sign of things to come. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC New...
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Row after Indian state drops eggs from school lunch menu
West Bengal's move to replace eggs in some school meals has sparked a wider debate over nutrition and choice. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC Ne...
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More cows than pupils - what is behind mass school closures in rural Kenya?
More than 2,000 primary schools are facing closure as enrolment numbers plummet. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - World and links readers...
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'Sensational' Messi finish gives Argentina the lead
Lionel Messi hits Argentina's opening goal against Cape Verde with a "sensational" finish in Miami, as he scores in an eighth consecutive World Cup game....
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'Flamingo Revolution' takes off as thousands demand Albanian PM's resignation
Flamingos have become a national symbol of protest, triggered by opposition to a luxury development. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top...
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Force bosses to face MPs over maternity scandal, says Streeting
Former health secretary Wes Streeting says the "cowardice" of leaders who refused to co-operate was "an insult". Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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UK temperatures forecast to exceed 30C as another heatwave imminent
Another heatwave is on its way and set to last significantly longer as Stav Danaos explains. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...
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Trump's new take on 250 years of American expansionism
The US has grown, both in terms of its land and its people, over the last 250 years. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and link...
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The Papers: Storm threat to England match and 'bid to block Miliband'
Shifting start times at the FIFA World Cup are the lead story for the papers on Saturday. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and...
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Russia looks to students to make up for mounting losses in Ukraine
Moscow's campaign for students to sign army contracts comes as the Kremlin seeks to sustain its war effort for a fifth year. Newsiline summarises this rep...
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China's internet got so mad about a celebrity's 'bad' singing, her concert was cancelled
Celebrities have become outlets for young people's social and economic frustrations. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and link...
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Tartan Army's World Cup traffic cone high jinks are taking over Scotland
Scotland fans' coning of statues during the World Cup has led to a surge in the practice back home, but not everyone has welcomed it. Newsiline summarises...
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Scientist dubbed The Bogfather is restoring peatland to fight climate change
A childhood fascination with bogs led one Welsh scientist to try and help save the planet. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &...
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Egypt into last 16 after shootout victory against Australia
Egypt defeated Australia on penalties to claim their first ever win in the World Cup knockout stage and set up a last-16 tie with either Argentina or Cape...
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How to walk 30 minutes a day - your tips
From walking the dog before breakfast to getting off the bus a stop early, readers share their tips for building a daily walking habit. Newsiline summaris...
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Starmer tells of 'intensely personal' decision to quit and warns Burnham in first interview since resigning
In an untypically candid interview, the outgoing PM tells the BBC it was "really tough" to accept his political career was over. Newsiline summarises this...
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Starmer says decision to step down 'intensely personal'
Keir Starmer says he took the decision to quit as PM after spending the weekend with his family. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Politics...
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Anguished families left to identify Venezuela quake victims at makeshift morgue
The disaster has overwhelmed local services, with bodies put outside or in tents for identification. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Worl...
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'It's so hot' - Dangerous hot weather grips parts of the US
More than 165 million people were sweltering on Friday under record temperatures along the US East Coast and Midwest, according to the US National Weather...
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Williams sisters earmarked for doubles on Saturday
Serena Williams' planned appearance alongside older sister Venus in the Wimbledon doubles is added to Saturday's order of play. Newsiline summarises this...
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Qualifiers eye more shocks after causing Wimbledon upsets
Qualifiers Roman Safiullin and Shintaro Mochizuki set their sights on toppling title challengers Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner after causing huge upset...
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Woman denies consensual encounter in Top Boy actor rape trial
The woman claims Michael Ward raped her in a car shortly after they met at a nightclub in east London. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - To...