Of Comic Books and Couture

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What’s on TV Monday: ‘Divorce’ and ‘Veronica Mars’

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‘Big Little Lies’ Season 2, Episode 4 Recap: Unhinged

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What to Watch Monday at Wimbledon

What to Watch Monday at Wimbledon

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New York Pride: Huge crowds attend New York Pride march

New York Pride: Huge crowds attend New York Pride march
Hundreds of thousands of people have been watching or taking part in WorldPride in New York.

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June 30, 2019 at 09:13PM

Japanese whalers set sail for commercial hunting

Japanese whalers set sail for commercial hunting
Five ships will hunt up to 227 hunt whales for profit, ending a three-decade pause despite criticism.

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June 30, 2019 at 09:08PM

Texas plane crash: 10 killed after 'aircraft veers into hangar'

Texas plane crash: 10 killed after 'aircraft veers into hangar'
The light aircraft veered into a hangar shortly after take-off at an airport near Dallas.

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June 30, 2019 at 08:43PM

Hong Kong: Police and protesters clash on handover anniversary

Hong Kong: Police and protesters clash on handover anniversary
Riot police use batons to repel protesters on the 22nd anniversary of the city's handover to China.

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June 30, 2019 at 08:23PM

Trump in North Korea: KCNA hails 'amazing' visit

Trump in North Korea: KCNA hails 'amazing' visit
Donald Trump became the first sitting US president to set foot in North Korea in Sunday's historic trip.

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June 30, 2019 at 08:23PM

Mexico hail: Ice 1.5m thick carpets Mexico's Guadalajara

Mexico hail: Ice 1.5m thick carpets Mexico's Guadalajara
Streets were carpeted in ice which trapped vehicles and damaged homes in the city of five million.

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June 30, 2019 at 07:03PM

What's happening in the news this week?

What's happening in the news this week?
What's happening in the news this week?
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June 30, 2019 at 05:08PM
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June 30, 2019 at 06:31PM

Medicinal cannabis: The family that changed Australia's debate

Medicinal cannabis: The family that changed Australia's debate
Medicinal cannabis: The family that changed Australia's debate
Their heartrending story shifted perceptions on medical cannabis - but, they argue, not far enough.

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June 30, 2019 at 05:08PM
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June 30, 2019 at 06:31PM

What to Watch Monday at Wimbledon

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New York Pride: Huge crowds attend New York Pride march

Hundreds of thousands of people have been watching or taking part in WorldPride in New York.

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Japanese whalers set sail for commercial hunting

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Texas plane crash: 10 killed after 'aircraft veers into hangar'

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Hong Kong: Police and protesters clash on handover anniversary

Riot police use batons to repel protesters on the 22nd anniversary of the city's handover to China.

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Trump in North Korea: KCNA hails 'amazing' visit

Donald Trump became the first sitting US president to set foot in North Korea in Sunday's historic trip.

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Mexico hail: Ice 1.5m thick carpets Mexico's Guadalajara

Streets were carpeted in ice which trapped vehicles and damaged homes in the city of five million.

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Medicinal cannabis: The family that changed Australia's debate

Medicinal cannabis: The family that changed Australia's debate
Their heartrending story shifted perceptions on medical cannabis - but, they argue, not far enough.

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June 30, 2019 at 05:08PM

What's happening in the news this week?

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Medicinal cannabis: The family that changed Australia's debate

Their heartrending story shifted perceptions on medical cannabis - but, they argue, not far enough.

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Venezuelan Navy Captain Accused of Rebellion Dies After Signs of Torture

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Kamala Harris Is Supported by Rivals After Trump Jr. Questions Her Race

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Albania set for tense local election stand-off

With the main opposition boycotting the poll, there are fears of disruption and violence.

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Trump ‘trying to work out’ historic Kim meeting at DMZ

Donald Trump says he wants to “say hello” and shake Kim Jong-un’s hand at the DMZ.

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Yankees’ Bats Are Too Much for the Red Sox in London

Yankees’ Bats Are Too Much for the Red Sox in London

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June 29, 2019 at 06:13PM

Whitney North Seymour Jr., Former U.S. Prosecutor Who Fought Corruption, Dies at 95

Whitney North Seymour Jr., Former U.S. Prosecutor Who Fought Corruption, Dies at 95

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June 29, 2019 at 06:13PM

A handy guide to becoming US president

A handy guide to becoming US president
Who gets to be president? How do you win? All your questions and more in one handy explainer.

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June 29, 2019 at 05:58PM

Gotabhaya Rajapaksa: The wartime strongman who wants to run Sri Lanka

Gotabhaya Rajapaksa: The wartime strongman who wants to run Sri Lanka
Gotabhaya Rajapaksa, the former defence chief who crushed the Tamil Tigers, is eyeing a return to power.

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June 29, 2019 at 05:58PM

The teenager with Down's syndrome swimming in the Arctic

The teenager with Down's syndrome swimming in the Arctic
Trym is the first person to live on the Svalbard Islands with Down's syndrome and he isn't letting it hold him back.

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June 29, 2019 at 05:53PM

The online LGBT magazine blocked in its own country

The online LGBT magazine blocked in its own country
How one man is seeking to break down gender taboos in Jordan.

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June 29, 2019 at 05:43PM

Your pictures on the theme of 'pathway'

Your pictures on the theme of 'pathway'
Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week it is "pathway".

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June 29, 2019 at 05:33PM

Sudan: Dying for the revolution

Sudan: Dying for the revolution
Meet the young protesters in Sudan prepared to die to keep the country's revolution alive.

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June 29, 2019 at 05:23PM

With Little to Celebrate, Mets Honor a Title-Winning Team

With Little to Celebrate, Mets Honor a Title-Winning Team

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June 29, 2019 at 05:18PM

Yankees’ Bats Are Too Much for the Red Sox in London

By JAMES WAGNER from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2JisjXj

Whitney North Seymour Jr., Former U.S. Prosecutor Who Fought Corruption, Dies at 95

By ROBERT D. McFADDEN from NYT Obituaries https://ift.tt/2XyMWYk

A handy guide to becoming US president

Who gets to be president? How do you win? All your questions and more in one handy explainer.

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Gotabhaya Rajapaksa: The wartime strongman who wants to run Sri Lanka

Gotabhaya Rajapaksa, the former defence chief who crushed the Tamil Tigers, is eyeing a return to power.

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The teenager with Down's syndrome swimming in the Arctic

Trym is the first person to live on the Svalbard Islands with Down's syndrome and he isn't letting it hold him back.

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The online LGBT magazine blocked in its own country

How one man is seeking to break down gender taboos in Jordan.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'pathway'

Each week, we publish a gallery of readers' pictures on a set theme. This week it is "pathway".

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Sudan: Dying for the revolution

Meet the young protesters in Sudan prepared to die to keep the country's revolution alive.

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With Little to Celebrate, Mets Honor a Title-Winning Team

By TYLER KEPNER from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2XdK8vi

Abiy Ahmed's reforms in Ethiopia lift the lid on ethnic tensions

Abiy Ahmed's reforms in Ethiopia lift the lid on ethnic tensions
Abiy Ahmed's reforms in Ethiopia lift the lid on ethnic tensions
Just a few weeks ago, Abiy Ahmed was feted across Africa but deadly attacks threatens his reforms.

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June 28, 2019 at 06:10PM
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June 28, 2019 at 06:32PM

Ebola: The impact of militant attacks in DR Congo

Ebola: The impact of militant attacks in DR Congo
Ebola: The impact of militant attacks in DR Congo
The deadly Ebola virus has spread, but are attacks and insecurity affecting the response?

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June 28, 2019 at 06:10PM
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June 28, 2019 at 06:32PM

Dressed to kill: Video games' tricky relationship with fashion

Dressed to kill: Video games' tricky relationship with fashion
Dressed to kill: Video games' tricky relationship with fashion
Video games insiders explain why too many games are let down by their leading character's look.

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June 28, 2019 at 06:10PM
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Trump says he wants to 'shake hands' with North Korea's Kim at DMZ

Trump says he wants to 'shake hands' with North Korea's Kim at DMZ
Trump says he wants to 'shake hands' with North Korea's Kim at DMZ
"I would meet him at the Border/DMZ just to shake hand and say Hello," President Trump tweets.

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June 28, 2019 at 05:53PM
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June 28, 2019 at 06:31PM

Berlin Brandenburg: The airport with half a million faults

Berlin Brandenburg: The airport with half a million faults
Berlin Brandenburg: The airport with half a million faults
Billions over budget, years late in opening, and still being rebuilt before a single plane has landed. What's gone so wrong at the new Berlin airport?

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June 28, 2019 at 05:34PM
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Japan whaling: Commercial hunts to resume despite outcry

Japan whaling: Commercial hunts to resume despite outcry
Japan whaling: Commercial hunts to resume despite outcry
Hunters could be back in Japanese waters from 1 July, ending a three-decade halt to commercial whaling.

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June 28, 2019 at 05:34PM
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Blue for Sudan: Instagram 'sympathy scammers' exploit support for protesters

Blue for Sudan: Instagram 'sympathy scammers' exploit support for protesters
Blue for Sudan: Instagram 'sympathy scammers' exploit support for protesters
Fake accounts trying to capitalise on social media campaigns are rife on the photo-sharing platform.

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June 28, 2019 at 05:34PM
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Who's in the running for Juncker's post and other EU top jobs?

Who's in the running for Juncker's post and other EU top jobs?
EU leaders will head back to Brussels on Sunday night for a special meeting to try and agree on who should be the next president of the European Commission.

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June 28, 2019 at 06:18PM

Abiy Ahmed's reforms in Ethiopia lift the lid on ethnic tensions

Abiy Ahmed's reforms in Ethiopia lift the lid on ethnic tensions
Just a few weeks ago, Abiy Ahmed was feted across Africa but deadly attacks threatens his reforms.

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June 28, 2019 at 06:10PM

Ebola: The impact of militant attacks in DR Congo

Ebola: The impact of militant attacks in DR Congo
The deadly Ebola virus has spread, but are attacks and insecurity affecting the response?

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June 28, 2019 at 06:10PM

Dressed to kill: Video games' tricky relationship with fashion

Dressed to kill: Video games' tricky relationship with fashion
Video games insiders explain why too many games are let down by their leading character's look.

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June 28, 2019 at 06:10PM

Trump says he wants to 'shake hands' with North Korea's Kim at DMZ

Trump says he wants to 'shake hands' with North Korea's Kim at DMZ
"I would meet him at the Border/DMZ just to shake hand and say Hello," President Trump tweets.

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June 28, 2019 at 05:53PM

Berlin Brandenburg: The airport with half a million faults

Berlin Brandenburg: The airport with half a million faults
Billions over budget, years late in opening, and still being rebuilt before a single plane has landed. What's gone so wrong at the new Berlin airport?

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June 28, 2019 at 05:34PM

Japan whaling: Commercial hunts to resume despite outcry

Japan whaling: Commercial hunts to resume despite outcry
Hunters could be back in Japanese waters from 1 July, ending a three-decade halt to commercial whaling.

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June 28, 2019 at 05:34PM

Blue for Sudan: Instagram 'sympathy scammers' exploit support for protesters

Blue for Sudan: Instagram 'sympathy scammers' exploit support for protesters
Fake accounts trying to capitalise on social media campaigns are rife on the photo-sharing platform.

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June 28, 2019 at 05:34PM

Who's in the running for Juncker's post and other EU top jobs?

EU leaders will head back to Brussels on Sunday night for a special meeting to try and agree on who should be the next president of the European Commission.

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Abiy Ahmed's reforms in Ethiopia lift the lid on ethnic tensions

Just a few weeks ago, Abiy Ahmed was feted across Africa but deadly attacks threatens his reforms.

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Ebola: The impact of militant attacks in DR Congo

The deadly Ebola virus has spread, but are attacks and insecurity affecting the response?

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Dressed to kill: Video games' tricky relationship with fashion

Video games insiders explain why too many games are let down by their leading character's look.

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Trump says he wants to 'shake hands' with North Korea's Kim at DMZ

"I would meet him at the Border/DMZ just to shake hand and say Hello," President Trump tweets.

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Berlin Brandenburg: The airport with half a million faults

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Japan whaling: Commercial hunts to resume despite outcry

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Blue for Sudan: Instagram 'sympathy scammers' exploit support for protesters

Fake accounts trying to capitalise on social media campaigns are rife on the photo-sharing platform.

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When Is Being Together Worth $5.50 an Hour? Please Solve

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The World’s Top Stock Market? Right Now, It’s Russia

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Genoa bridge: Towers to be demolished with explosives

Residents are told to leave as experts prepare to demolish what remains of Italy's Morandi bridge.

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European heatwave: Temperature may reach highest on record in France

The current record stands at 44.1C (111.4F), reached in southern France in a 2003.

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Italy migrants: Pressure builds over Lampedusa rescue ship

It comes as Italy tries to clamp down on migrant rescue boats entering its territorial waters.

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AI needs more health data if it's to help cure the world

AI needs more health data if it's to help cure the world
Artificial intelligence could help tackle many of the world's health problems, experts say.

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June 27, 2019 at 06:08PM

Assam NRC: Are India’s ‘unwanted people’ being driven to suicide?

Assam NRC: Are India’s ‘unwanted people’ being driven to suicide?
Citizens facing deportation are taking their lives, say activists who warn of a humanitarian disaster.

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June 27, 2019 at 06:08PM

What is the G20 summit, and what do world leaders talk about?

What is the G20 summit, and what do world leaders talk about?
What is the G20, and what do they do when they meet?

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June 27, 2019 at 05:58PM

Why is an African chief's skull mentioned in the Versailles Treaty?

Why is an African chief's skull mentioned in the Versailles Treaty?
Chief Mkwawa died 16 years before WW1 began but his skull was mentioned in the treaty that ended the conflict.

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June 27, 2019 at 05:58PM

Prosthetic limbs: An invention for amputees in the developing world

Prosthetic limbs: An invention for amputees in the developing world
It's high-tech, it's cheap, and it's been designed for amputees in the developing world.

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June 27, 2019 at 05:33PM

Africa's top shots: 21-27 June 2019

Africa's top shots: 21-27 June 2019
A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond.

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June 27, 2019 at 05:33PM

Quiz of the Week: Which Pink song induced childbirth?

Quiz of the Week: Which Pink song induced childbirth?
Have you been paying attention to what's been going on over the past seven days?

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June 27, 2019 at 05:23PM

Democratic debate: Heavyweights Biden and Sanders to duel

Democratic debate: Heavyweights Biden and Sanders to duel
Ten hopefuls will be on stage, but all eyes will be on two heavyweights battling for the party's soul.

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June 27, 2019 at 05:13PM

'I rented a mouldy flat from the deputy mayor'

'I rented a mouldy flat from the deputy mayor'
When Jennifer Mbon's flat grew a layer of black mould she discovered her landlord was one of Marseille's top politicians.

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June 27, 2019 at 05:13PM

AI needs more health data if it's to help cure the world

Artificial intelligence could help tackle many of the world's health problems, experts say.

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Assam NRC: Are India’s ‘unwanted people’ being driven to suicide?

Citizens facing deportation are taking their lives, say activists who warn of a humanitarian disaster.

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What is the G20 summit, and what do world leaders talk about?

What is the G20, and what do they do when they meet?

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Why is an African chief's skull mentioned in the Versailles Treaty?

Chief Mkwawa died 16 years before WW1 began but his skull was mentioned in the treaty that ended the conflict.

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Prosthetic limbs: An invention for amputees in the developing world

It's high-tech, it's cheap, and it's been designed for amputees in the developing world.

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Africa's top shots: 21-27 June 2019

A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond.

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Quiz of the Week: Which Pink song induced childbirth?

Have you been paying attention to what's been going on over the past seven days?

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Democratic debate: Heavyweights Biden and Sanders to duel

Ten hopefuls will be on stage, but all eyes will be on two heavyweights battling for the party's soul.

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'I rented a mouldy flat from the deputy mayor'

When Jennifer Mbon's flat grew a layer of black mould she discovered her landlord was one of Marseille's top politicians.

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Highlights From the First Democratic Debate

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US father gets life for India child death

Sherin Matthews was found in a drain two weeks after disappearing from her Texas home in October.

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Why Is Everyone Drinking Celery Juice as if It Will Save Them From Dying?

Why Is Everyone Drinking Celery Juice as if It Will Save Them From Dying?

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June 26, 2019 at 09:10PM

Australian student arrested in North Korea, reports say

Australian student arrested in North Korea, reports say
Media reports have identified him as Alek Sigley, a 29-year-old masters student living in Pyongyang.

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June 26, 2019 at 06:43PM

Libya crisis: UN-backed government 'retakes' key town of Gharyan

Libya crisis: UN-backed government 'retakes' key town of Gharyan
Gharyan was a main supply base for an offensive on Tripoli by insurgents loyal to Khalifa Haftar.

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June 26, 2019 at 06:43PM

Appeals over Russia holiday camp deaths

Appeals over Russia holiday camp deaths
Appeals over Russia holiday camp deaths
Three years ago, tragedy struck for a group of children out on boats at Lake Syamozero in Russia's Karelia region.

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Rio Grande drowning: 'I knew it was the last time I would see my son'

Rio Grande drowning: 'I knew it was the last time I would see my son'
Rio Grande drowning: 'I knew it was the last time I would see my son'
The mother of a man who drowned trying to cross into the US recalls the moment he set out on the journey.

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Russia says Georgia isn't safe. Russians in Georgia say otherwise

Russia says Georgia isn't safe. Russians in Georgia say otherwise
Russia says Georgia isn't safe. Russians in Georgia say otherwise
Russian citizens in Georgia say otherwise.

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The tropical islands that fell into ruin

The tropical islands that fell into ruin
The tropical islands that fell into ruin
A picture of decline mars Australia's Great Barrier Reef, where a number of island resorts lie derelict.

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Why Morocco could be next for revolution, after Sudan and Algeria

Why Morocco could be next for revolution, after Sudan and Algeria
Why Morocco could be next for revolution, after Sudan and Algeria
Half of Moroccans asked by a major BBC Arabic survey say they want immediate political change.

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Why Is Everyone Drinking Celery Juice as if It Will Save Them From Dying?

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Australian student arrested in North Korea, reports say

Media reports have identified him as Alek Sigley, a 29-year-old masters student living in Pyongyang.

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Libya crisis: UN-backed government 'retakes' key town of Gharyan

Gharyan was a main supply base for an offensive on Tripoli by insurgents loyal to Khalifa Haftar.

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Appeals over Russia holiday camp deaths

Appeals over Russia holiday camp deaths
Three years ago, tragedy struck for a group of children out on boats at Lake Syamozero in Russia's Karelia region.

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June 26, 2019 at 06:18PM

Rio Grande drowning: 'I knew it was the last time I would see my son'

Rio Grande drowning: 'I knew it was the last time I would see my son'
The mother of a man who drowned trying to cross into the US recalls the moment he set out on the journey.

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June 26, 2019 at 05:29PM

Russia says Georgia isn't safe. Russians in Georgia say otherwise

Russia says Georgia isn't safe. Russians in Georgia say otherwise
Russian citizens in Georgia say otherwise.

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June 26, 2019 at 05:18PM

The tropical islands that fell into ruin

The tropical islands that fell into ruin
A picture of decline mars Australia's Great Barrier Reef, where a number of island resorts lie derelict.

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June 26, 2019 at 05:08PM

Why Morocco could be next for revolution, after Sudan and Algeria

Why Morocco could be next for revolution, after Sudan and Algeria
Half of Moroccans asked by a major BBC Arabic survey say they want immediate political change.

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June 26, 2019 at 05:08PM

Appeals over Russia holiday camp deaths

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Rio Grande drowning: 'I knew it was the last time I would see my son'

The mother of a man who drowned trying to cross into the US recalls the moment he set out on the journey.

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Russia says Georgia isn't safe. Russians in Georgia say otherwise

Russian citizens in Georgia say otherwise.

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The tropical islands that fell into ruin

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Why Morocco could be next for revolution, after Sudan and Algeria

Half of Moroccans asked by a major BBC Arabic survey say they want immediate political change.

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'Triple whammy' threatens UN action on climate change

Efforts by Saudi Arabia, the EU and Japan are seen as part of a backlash against UN climate action.

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Sheryl Crow: Universal Studios fire destroyed all my master tapes

The star says all her master tapes were destroyed in an "apocalyptic" 2008 blaze at Universal Studios.

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Over 100 migrant children returned to 'horrific' border station

The Texas facility reportedly made changes to alleviate its overcrowding in order to house the children.

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Kim Kardashian West's Kimono underwear meets Japanese backlash

The shapewear range is touted as inclusive, but Japanese people say the name disrespects tradition.

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What’s on TV Wednesday: A Democratic Debate and ‘Hamlet’

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Europe Is Bracing for a Heat Wave. It’s the New Normal.

Europe Is Bracing for a Heat Wave. It’s the New Normal.

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June 25, 2019 at 09:16PM

A Mystery Disease Is Killing Children, and Questions Linger About Lychees

A Mystery Disease Is Killing Children, and Questions Linger About Lychees

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June 25, 2019 at 09:15PM

What Happened at the Democratic Debate? Jimmy Fallon Will Let You Know

What Happened at the Democratic Debate? Jimmy Fallon Will Let You Know

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June 25, 2019 at 09:15PM

Tempers Flare as the Phillies Strike Late Against the Mets

Tempers Flare as the Phillies Strike Late Against the Mets

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June 25, 2019 at 09:15PM

Your Wednesday Briefing

Your Wednesday Briefing

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June 25, 2019 at 09:15PM

Lula: Brazil court rejects request to free ex-president pending appeal

Lula: Brazil court rejects request to free ex-president pending appeal
Judges dismissed a request to free the ex-president and delayed a decision on his latest appeal.

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June 25, 2019 at 07:03PM

Westerners 'fuelling Philippine child sex video rise'

Westerners 'fuelling Philippine child sex video rise'
Westerners 'fuelling Philippine child sex video rise'
Philippine children are being forced into online sex abuse videos by family, paid for by people in the West.

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Beauty queen 'raped by Gambia's ex-President Jammeh'

Beauty queen 'raped by Gambia's ex-President Jammeh'
Beauty queen 'raped by Gambia's ex-President Jammeh'
Three women tell HRW how they were assaulted by the now exiled leader - allegations his party deny.

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Europe Is Bracing for a Heat Wave. It’s the New Normal.

By MEGAN SPECIA from NYT World https://ift.tt/2KCVuaA

A Mystery Disease Is Killing Children, and Questions Linger About Lychees

By ROD NORDLAND from NYT World https://ift.tt/2RzdVh3

What Happened at the Democratic Debate? Jimmy Fallon Will Let You Know

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Tempers Flare as the Phillies Strike Late Against the Mets

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Your Wednesday Briefing

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Lula: Brazil court rejects request to free ex-president pending appeal

Judges dismissed a request to free the ex-president and delayed a decision on his latest appeal.

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Westerners 'fuelling Philippine child sex video rise'

Westerners 'fuelling Philippine child sex video rise'
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June 25, 2019 at 05:58PM

Beauty queen 'raped by Gambia's ex-President Jammeh'

Beauty queen 'raped by Gambia's ex-President Jammeh'
Three women tell HRW how they were assaulted by the now exiled leader - allegations his party deny.

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June 25, 2019 at 05:08PM

Westerners 'fuelling Philippine child sex video rise'

Philippine children are being forced into online sex abuse videos by family, paid for by people in the West.

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Beauty queen 'raped by Gambia's ex-President Jammeh'

Three women tell HRW how they were assaulted by the now exiled leader - allegations his party deny.

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Trump says sexual assault accuser E Jean Carroll 'not my type'

Donald Trump has denied allegations he sexually assaulted columnist E. Jean Carroll in the 1990s.

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Israel Folau: Rugby star recoups donations in sacking row

Israel Folau draws new support for his fight against Rugby Australia over his anti-gay online posts.

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Rhino release: European parks bring animals to Rwanda

Five critically endangered rhinos from European zoos are flown to Rwanda to be released into the wild.

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Seth Meyers Says Every Day With Trump Is Like ‘Fight Club’

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Gangnam: The scandal rocking the playground of K-pop

The BBC hears shocking allegations of drugging and rape inside South Korea's glamorous nightclub scene.

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What’s on TV Tuesday: ‘The People Versus the Party’ and ‘Only One Mike’

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Malaysia air pollution: Schools shut after illness hits children

The same part of Malaysia was hit by toxic air pollution in March, making more than 4,000 people ill.

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South Korea's Gangnam rocked by rape scandals

South Korea's glamorous nightclub scene has been hit by allegations of drugging and rape.

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On Politics: Democrats Split on Emergency Migrant Aid

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Nissan Reappoints Saikawa to Board as Shareholders Hammer Renault

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Giannis Antetokounmpo Is Named M.V.P. at N.B.A. Awards

Giannis Antetokounmpo Is Named M.V.P. at N.B.A. Awards

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June 24, 2019 at 09:30PM

Airbnb Enters the ‘Luxe’ Market

Airbnb Enters the ‘Luxe’ Market

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June 24, 2019 at 09:15PM

Yankees Hit Home Run in 27th Straight Game, Tying Major League Record

Yankees Hit Home Run in 27th Straight Game, Tying Major League Record

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June 24, 2019 at 09:15PM

SpaceX Falcon Heavy’s 3rd Launch — How to Watch

SpaceX Falcon Heavy’s 3rd Launch — How to Watch

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June 24, 2019 at 09:15PM

Famed Mexican rescue dog Frida retires after nine years' duty

Famed Mexican rescue dog Frida retires after nine years' duty
Frida is credited with saving the lives of 12 people and has worked across four different countries.

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June 24, 2019 at 08:23PM

Trump's 'deal of the century' falls flat in West Bank

Trump's 'deal of the century' falls flat in West Bank
Trump's 'deal of the century' falls flat in West Bank
Palestinians in the occupied West Bank say Donald Trump's economic master plan does not help them.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo Is Named M.V.P. at N.B.A. Awards

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Airbnb Enters the ‘Luxe’ Market

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Yankees Hit Home Run in 27th Straight Game, Tying Major League Record

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SpaceX Falcon Heavy’s 3rd Launch — How to Watch

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Famed Mexican rescue dog Frida retires after nine years' duty

Frida is credited with saving the lives of 12 people and has worked across four different countries.

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Trump's 'deal of the century' falls flat in West Bank

Trump's 'deal of the century' falls flat in West Bank
Palestinians in the occupied West Bank say Donald Trump's economic master plan does not help them.

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June 24, 2019 at 05:28PM

Trump's 'deal of the century' falls flat in West Bank

Palestinians in the occupied West Bank say Donald Trump's economic master plan does not help them.

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Israel Folau: Rugby star's fundraiser shut down over anti-gay views

Israel Folau had sought donations to fight his sacking by Rugby Australia over social media posts.

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Selling a Mission to Space

Selling a Mission to Space

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June 23, 2019 at 05:56PM

How NASA Sold the Science and Glamour of Space Travel

How NASA Sold the Science and Glamour of Space Travel

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June 23, 2019 at 05:56PM

Astros Offer Yankees a Potential Glimpse of the Postseason

Astros Offer Yankees a Potential Glimpse of the Postseason

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June 23, 2019 at 05:56PM

With Loss to the Cubs, the Mets Implode on the Field and in the Clubhouse

With Loss to the Cubs, the Mets Implode on the Field and in the Clubhouse

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June 23, 2019 at 05:56PM

Justin Verlander Shows Yankees What They’re Missing on the Mound

Justin Verlander Shows Yankees What They’re Missing on the Mound

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June 23, 2019 at 05:56PM

Green Goes Wire to Wire to Win First Major at LPGA Championship

Green Goes Wire to Wire to Win First Major at LPGA Championship

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June 23, 2019 at 05:56PM

Here’s Some Money Advice: Just Buy the Coffee

Here’s Some Money Advice: Just Buy the Coffee

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June 23, 2019 at 05:56PM

Xi and Trump and the Art of the Game

Xi and Trump and the Art of the Game

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June 23, 2019 at 05:56PM