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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...
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England v Mexico set to move to earlier kick-off time
England's World Cup last-16 tie with Mexico could be moved to earlier on Sunday because of the threat of storms. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Xhaka set to stay at Sunderland despite Chelsea interest
Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka is set to stay at the club this summer, despite interest from Chelsea. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - To...
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Ex-Spurs boss Postecoglou takes over at Ronaldo's Al-Nassr
Former Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou is appointed as head coach of Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League - where he will manage Cristiano Ronaldo. Newsiline...
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Burnham rules out calling early election as PM
The newly elected MP for Makerfield is expected to become PM this month and says he will stick to the 2024 Labour manifesto. Newsiline summarises this rep...
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Two Romanians jailed for stabbing journalist on behalf of Iran regime
The two men will face 12 and eight years in prison for the knife attack in Wimbledon, London in 2024. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top...
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Djokovic fights off Rinderknech to claim more history
Novak Djokovic claims his latest piece of history as he equals Roger Federer's record total of 105 men's singles match wins at Wimbledon by battling past...
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Record-breaking temps in US as 4th July holiday begins
Record-breaking heatwave hits US as Fourth of July holiday weekend gets underway. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science & Environme...
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Catherine Zeta-Jones' big break 'pure good fortune' after chance encounter
Oscar-winning actress Catherine Zeta-Jones played Mariette in ITV's The Darling Buds of May. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Entertainmen...
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After 250 years, do US citizens still believe in the American Dream?
Historian Heather Cox Richardson on what history tells us about modern America Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links read...
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The Story Of Andy Burnham's Return To Westminster - Live At Crossed Wires Festival
Chris and Faisal look at how he's gone from mayor to likely next PM. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links readers to the...
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Do you have heart palpitations?
What are heart palpitations and when should you be concerned? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Health and links readers to the original pu...
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Polish PM warns critical months ahead in face of Russian threat
Tusk says Poland is preparing for "various" scenarios after media reports of a planned Russian attack. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - To...
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Labour MPs seek cap on political donations
Labour MPs believe a donations cap will be backed by dozens of MPs and likely next prime minister, Andy Burnham. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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Hamilton takes pole for Silverstone sprint race
Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton pips Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli to a stunning pole position for the sprint race at the British Grand Prix. Newsiline summarises thi...
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Dissident Hong Kong bookseller Lam Wing-kee dies aged 70
Lam Wing-kee, who defied China by selling material critical of Beijing, passed away after battling lung cancer. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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How to avoid fees when spending abroad
Martin is revealing everything you need to know right now to cut the cost of getting away. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Business and l...