Mobile users can now switch providers with one simple text

Phone customers will be able to switch providers with a single free text under new rules.

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Social media: Church of England unveils online guidelines

A "digital charter" aims to foster a "positive atmosphere" online, the Archbishop of Canterbury says.

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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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Social media: Church of England unveils online guidelines

Social media has "downsides" but also helps to "share the good news of Jesus Christ", the Church says.

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US Officials Attend Opening at Controversial Jerusalem Dig

American officials looked on Sunday as Israel opened a newfound Roman-era street at a divisive archaeological site in east Jerusalem, a move that deepened Palestinian animosity toward the White House’s mediation efforts.

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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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Prince of Wales investiture: Charles' 50 years in the role

A look at Charles' contribution to the country during his 50 years as the Prince of Wales.

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Middlesbrough: Where heroin is cheaper than cigarettes

The true scale of homelessness in the North East is largely hidden from view, according to Shelter.

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Lib Dem leadership: The candidates trying to stop Brexit

While everyone is focused on the next PM, the Lib Dems are also choosing a new leader.

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What's happening in the news this week?

This week, Bonnie Tyler makes an appearance, alongside some reconstituted meat products.

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The children of the devolution look to the future

The BBC's Allan Little sees a change in Scotland after 20 years of having its own parliament.

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How wealthy are you?

Where you live and when you were born play a big part in how much of the UK's wealth you are likely to own.

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How rude service inspired a multi-million euro firm

A bad experience at a shop inspired one man to set up a business that measures customer satisfaction.

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Greek election: Why frustrated young voters are turning conservative

As Greece goes to the polls on 7 July, many young Greeks are turning from the left-wing Syriza.

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Wimbledon quiz: Could you be a line judge?

A matter of millimetres and many miles per hour. Can you ensure justice is done and avoid the wrath of the world's elite tennis stars?

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How lashes became big business

Lash infills are just one of the treatments surging in popularity as the beauty business booms.

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Could you do a video interview for your next job?

Artificial intelligence is likely to play a role in whether you get your next big job interview.

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Afro Napoli: The migrant football team fighting racism

Footballer Sarjo was smuggled through six countries to Italy, but since arriving has been subject to racial abuse.

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Pop divas Christine and the Queens and Janelle Monae dominate Glastonbury's last day

Janelle Monae, Billie Eilish, Christine and the Queens and Kylie make their mark on the festival.

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Mobile users can now switch providers with one simple text

Phone customers will be able to switch providers with a single free text under new rules.

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Childcare might become 'available only in rich areas'

MPs warn that childcare in England risks becoming accessible only to the wealthy.

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Leg fat 'better than belly fat' for older women

Carrying fat on legs instead of the belly protects postmenopausal women from heart disease, a study suggests.

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Sabrina Rahman, Haseeb Frahmand

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The couple met in 2017 through a dating app.

Louisa Ferguson, Lukasz Mosakowski

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The couple met during their first week at Princeton, but they did not start dating until five years later.

Laura Wells, Samuel Murray

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The couple met while playing intramural flag football at Notre Dame.

Kara Morgenstern, Charles Gary

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The couple met in 2015 through the dating website OkCupid.

Julie Lindenman, Dayne Jervis

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The bride owns a wedding and events production company; the groom works for Microsoft.

Jocelyn Hinman, Michael Coffee

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The couple met in Manhattan in 2016 through a mutual friend.

Elizabeth Paton, James Wise

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The couple were introduced at a dinner in New York by a mutual friend in August 2013.

Avery McNeil, Daniel Kay

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These public defenders collided rushing about their Bronx office, and finally met in court.

Anne Choike, Gabriel Rauterberg

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The couple met at the University of Michigan law school, when he joined the faculty and she was there on a clinical law fellowship

Alexandra Feuer, Joseph Portale

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The couple met in their dorm the beginning of sophomore year at Gettysburg College.

Venezuelan Navy Captain Accused of Rebellion Dies After Signs of Torture

By ANATOLY KURMANAEV from NYT World
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The death underlined President Nicolás Maduro’s increasingly ferocious repression campaign amid a spiraling economic crisis.

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

By DERRICK BRYSON TAYLOR from NYT U.S.
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Joe Biden, Amy Klobuchar and Pete Buttigieg were among the presidential hopefuls who called a message that the president’s son had retweeted “racist” and “vile.”

Wimbledon 2019: Serena Williams 'available' to partner Andy Murray in mixed doubles

Andy Murray says he still wants to play mixed doubles at Wimbledon - and Serena Williams says she is "available".

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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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Buxton baby boy dies days after alleged assault

The two-month-old boy had been in a critical condition after suffering head injuries on Thursday.

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

By JAMES WAGNER from NYT Sports
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In M.L.B.’s first game in London, the Yankees and Red Sox put on a show of home runs in a matchup that stretched nearly five hours, including a 12-run first inning.

Brexit: Jeremy Hunt 'could withhold part of £39bn divorce bill'

Jeremy Hunt says he could take a similar stance to his Tory leadership rival in a no-deal Brexit.

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

By ROBERT D. McFADDEN from NYT Obituaries
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He was a patrician Republican who was prominent in New York civic, social and legal circles, the scion of a lawyer who championed unpopular causes.

Sri Lanka hires first two hangmen in 43 years

The president has announced four prisoners will be executed over drug offences.

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The Killers bring out the Pet Shop Boys and Johnny Marr at Glastonbury

The Killers put on a triumphant headline show, putting to rest the memory of their flawed 2007 set.

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

By TYLER KEPNER from NYT Sports
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Fifty years after a talented pitching staff carried the Mets to their first World Series title, the franchise must acknowledge that its current plan has failed.

'Madrid Central' protest: Thousands oppose suspension of anti-pollution plan

Protesters are calling on Madrid’s conservative mayor to reimpose strict car pollution restrictions.

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Italy migrants: Rescue ship captain arrested at Lampedusa port

The ship, carrying dozens of rescued migrants, entered Lampedusa port despite being banned by Italy.

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Looking for ‘Wrist Power’? It’s All in a Distinctive Watch

By NAZANIN LANKARANI from NYT Fashion
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Social media attention has put an emphasis on unusual timepieces.

Rado Watches Adopts Le Corbusier’s Colors

By ROBIN SWITHINBANK from NYT Fashion
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The Swiss maker hopes its new ceramic models in the architect’s distinctive palette will draw young buyers.

50 Years On, the Omega Watch That Went to the Moon

By ROBIN SWITHINBANK from NYT Fashion
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A NASA engineer, Omega executives and a fan talk about the Speedmaster Moonwatch.

Your Leather Watch Strap and N.F.L. Footballs May Have Something in Common

By RACHEL FELDER from NYT Fashion
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For decades, Horween has produced leather for N.F.L. footballs and N.B.A. basketballs, too. Recently, watch companies have been trading on that glory.

A Watch That Is All a Pilot Would Ever Need

By PENELOPE COLSTON from NYT Fashion
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A Finnish maker adds an accelerometer, which measures G-force, to its timepieces.

Apple Watch Hasn’t Crushed the Swiss. Not Yet.

By ROBIN SWITHINBANK from NYT Fashion
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This year the smartwatch is expected to outsell the entire Swiss industry. And who knows what could happen when health apps are fully developed.

What’s on TV Saturday: Ramy Youssef and ‘The Spy Who Dumped Me’

By SARA ARIDI from NYT Arts
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Youssef gets his first HBO special. And a buddy comedy starring Mila Kunis and Kate McKinnon lands on Amazon and Hulu.

Mets Lose to Braves and Reach a Season Low

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The Mets fell to nine games under .500 for the first time this year.

Tokyo 2020 Olympics: Team GB qualify for women's football tournament

Great Britain will have a women's football team at the 2020 Olympics after England finished in the top three European teams at the World Cup.

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Justice Secretary David Gauke defeats no-confidence vote

Leave.EU wanted to "claim our first Cabinet scalp" but the local Tory party supported Mr Gauke.

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Parking charges could make £1bn for councils, study says

English councils could have a record surplus from parking charges and penalties this year, a study says.

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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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Rapinoe lives for Le Grand Moments

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Queen marks 20 years of the Scottish Parliament

The Queen will address MSPs almost two decades to the day since the parliament officially assumed its legal powers.

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Khuram Butt: The partygoer who turned into a killer

A cannabis-smoking petty thief from east London, Khuram Butt embraced extremism and became a murderer.

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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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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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Everest queues: 'This person had crampons on the wrong feet'

Tim Mosedale has climbed Everest six times and believes that whilst the queues look bad they're often not the reason people die whilst climbing.

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There are calls for models wearing fake pregnancy bumps in ad campaigns to be banned

There are calls for fashion firms to stop using fake bump models, after reality star Arabella Chi was used as ASOS's maternity model despite never having been pregnant.

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Week in pictures: 22-28 June 2019

A selection of the best news photographs from around the world, taken over the past week.

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Transgender skater fighting to compete

Maria Joaquina is 11-years-old and a prize-winning roller-skater. She is transgender and fighting to compete among girls.

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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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Highlights From Night Two of the Democratic Debate

By AINARA TIEFENTHÄLER and NATALIE RENEAU from NYT U.S.
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The second night of debates exposed divides between the progressive wing of the party and the more moderate one. There were also tense exchanges over race and immigration.

Full Transcript: Democratic Presidential Debates, Night 2

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Read the full transcript from Night Two of the Democratic primary debate.

San Francisco School Board Votes to Cover Controversial George Washington Murals

By DERRICK BRYSON TAYLOR from NYT U.S.
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“The Life of George Washington,” a series of murals at a high school that includes images of slaves and a dead Native American, has been a source of debate for over half a century.

England Cruises Past Norway in a Women’s World Cup Quarterfinal

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After finishing third four years ago, England will now face France or the United States on Tuesday in its quest for a first women’s final.

Before Talks With Trump, Xi Promotes His Image as a Leader With Friends

By JANE PERLEZ from NYT World
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At the G20 summit, Mr. Xi needs to be shown as pursuing a bigger agenda who can offset animosities with the United States.

Hunt vs Johnson: Meet their voters

Britain's next PM will need to win over sceptical Tories. Here's what some of them think of the two candidates.

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

By LIZA RODLER from NYT Style
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Love is an emotional — but also financial — investment, which means the rules of economics may apply.

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

By MATT PHILLIPS from NYT Business
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Russian stocks are generating some of the highest returns of 2019, as investors get over the shock of last year’s sanctions.

Biden criticised over race at Democratic debate

Former Vice-President Joe Biden is sharply criticised at the Democratic 2020 debate by Senator Kamala Harris for his civil rights record.

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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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Military housing still 'not good enough' despite investment

Too many military personnel live in substandard housing, despite a £135m scheme, a watchdog says.

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Trump golf course dunes to lose special status

The sand dunes where Donald Trump built his golf resort are to lose their special environmental status.

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GP's drugs 'contributed to mum of seven Theresa Feehan's death'

Theresa Feehan died with toxic levels of prescription drugs in her body two days after a GP visit.

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Democratic debate: Heavyweights Biden and Sanders duel

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

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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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Chaos and killings: 10 minutes at London Bridge

An account of one devastating summer's night in June 2017 when eight people are killed and 48 more injured.

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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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The leasehold disputes taking an emotional toll

More than two-thirds of people who have had leasehold issues are anxious about their future, a survey finds.

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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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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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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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Smear tests: Actress writes play based on own experiences

Gabrielle wrote a play about her experiences of smear tests so more women can understand how much of a difference they can make.

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Crossing Divides: The schoolchildren confronting speeding motorists

An initiative is getting primary school pupils to confront speeding motorists, in a bid to enforce the speed limit near schools.

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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 the Rio Grande into the US recalls the moment he set out on the fatal journey.

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Dalai Lama: Trump has 'lack of moral principle'

The Tibetan spiritual leader gave his views on Donald Trump, Brexit and China, in a BBC interview.

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News Daily: Tory rivals' pledges and transgender hate crimes rise

Your morning briefing for 27 June 2019.

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How to get the best price when buying a car

As car sales plunge, desperate dealers are said to be offering huge discounts, so how can drivers benefit?

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Caroline Graham Hansen: The Norway star who could wreck England's World Cup dream

Described as a "rock star" after her brilliant performance in the last 16 at the Women's World Cup, Caroline Graham Hansen threatens England's progress in France.

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Debate Night 1: The ‘On Politics’ Breakdown

By LISA LERER from NYT U.S.
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What we learned from the first debate of the 2020 presidential race.

Saudi Arabia Is Running Out of Friends

By DAVID WEARING from NYT Opinion
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The Anglo-American relationship with the House of Saud may be entering a perfect storm.

What’s on TV Thursday: ‘Anima’ and ‘Laurence Anyways’

By GABE COHN from NYT Arts
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A short film from Paul Thomas Anderson and Thom Yorke hits Netflix. And stream Xavier Dolan’s “Laurence Anyways.”

Facebook boss admits 'mistake' in handling of Pelosi clip

Facebook's system took too long to flag a doctored video of US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, its CEO says.

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Highlights From the First Democratic Debate

By NATALIE RENEAU and AINARA TIEFENTHÄLER from NYT U.S.
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Ten candidates in the presidential primary faced off on immigration, health care and the economy.

Shepherd's Bush stabbing: Teenager dies

The victim, believed to be 18, died from a stab injury in Shepherd's Bush on Wednesday night.

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'I was suspected of causing my child's illness'

The women whose world was turned upside down by being wrongly suspected of Fabricated or Induced Illness.

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

By MARISA MELTZER from NYT Style
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Wellness gurus have extolled its benefits, but there’s no science that supports their claims.

Give children 'less sugar and more veg in baby food'

There should be mandatory limits on sugar and parents should offer more bitter vegetables when weaning, a report says.

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'Every suggestion' HPV vaccine will cut cervical cancers

There is "every suggestion" HPV vaccination will lead to a fall in cervical cancers, say scientists .

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Boeing suffers new 737 Max issue that could delay return

Regulators uncover a new issue with the doomed aircraft that could delay its return to service.

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Madagascar stadium crush kills 15 during national celebrations

Dozens more were injured during national celebrations for the country's independence day.

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'Should you be up there?' The life of a female chimney sweep

Three women explain what it's like to work in the traditionally male-dominated trade of chimney sweeping.

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At a school near you? The four-and-a-half-day week

Why one Birmingham school has decided to save money by sending children home early on Friday.

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Europe heatwave: Why are temperatures on the continent soaring?

As the continent bakes in sweltering temperatures, experts explain what's happening - and why now.

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Honduras v El Salvador: The football match that kicked off a war

In 1969, EL Salvador and Honduras played three football games and then went to war. What happened?

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

Russian citizens in Georgia say otherwise.

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At WorldPride in N.Y., Millions Are Expected to Celebrate and, for Some, Come Out

By KIMIKO de FREYTAS-TAMURA from NYT New York
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The celebration is expected to be one of the largest L.G.B.T.Q. gatherings in the world, according to organizers and officials.

Trevor Noah on Trump’s ‘Not My Type’ Defense: ‘That’s Not a Good Denial’

By TRISH BENDIX from NYT Arts
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The president’s response to E. Jean Carroll’s accusation of sexual assault drew scorn from Noah and other late-night hosts.

'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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Cardi B pleads not guilty to assault

The rapper and two members of her team have been charged with 12 crimes each.

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'Now everyone pays for their own drinks'

The pound's fall has made life tougher for some foreign workers, but for many firms it's been good news.

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News Daily: 'Horrific' migrant children's station and Tory Brexit row

Your morning briefing for 26 June 2019.

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

By GABE COHN from NYT Arts
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The first presidential debates of the Democratic primary race kicks off in Miami. And ahead of a new “Ophelia,” stream a great performance of “Macbeth.”

How Moors murderer Brady had access to vulnerable teens in jail

For years Ian Brady was able to mix with borstal boys in jail, newly released official papers reveal.

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

By MEGAN SPECIA from NYT World
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Meteorologists say temperatures could climb above 40 degrees Celsius, or more than 104 degrees Fahrenheit, across large stretches of the continent.

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

By ROD NORDLAND from NYT World
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Researchers said the fruit was behind annual outbreaks of a fatal syndrome in eastern India. But local doctors say that theory can’t explain all the cases.

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

By JOHN KOBLIN from NYT U.S.
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‘The Tonight Show’ joins ‘The Daily Show’ and other late-night programming with more live coverage of a political event than in the past.

Tempers Flare as the Phillies Strike Late Against the Mets

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS from NYT Sports
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Maikel Franco hit a go-ahead two-run homer for the second straight game, and the Phillies beat the Mets, 7-5, on Tuesday night.

Your Wednesday Briefing

By MELINA DELKIC from NYT Briefing
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Huawei, Turkey, heat wave: Here’s what you need to know.

Boris Johnson and Jeremy Hunt divided over Brexit plans

Boris Johnson says the UK must leave on 31 October but Jeremy Hunt calls this a "fake deadline".

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Swimrun: How drunken bet became worldwide sport

The latest swimrun was held in south Devon where about 100 entrants competed across 10km and 25km routes.

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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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Chinese viewers watch webcast tour of tiny village museum

A live stream tour of a tiny museum open only one day a week attracts nearly half a million viewers.

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Pakistan: How one girl overcame the armed men who blocked her school

Naeema Zehri grew up in a village in Pakistan where armed men stopped her from going to school.

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Michelle Obama and Stephen Fry help drive audiobook boom

Money spent on audiobooks in the UK rose by 43% in 2018, with Michelle Obama leading the way.

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Have we all underrated the humble pencil?

Is it really the miracle product of the free market, as many economists have claimed?

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How do you win the race to become US president?

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

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France's raw recruits sign up for return of national service

For the first time in 20 years, French teenagers are taking part in a four-week training programme.

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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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News Daily: Johnson interview and royal renovations

Your morning briefing for 25 June 2019.

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

By SARA ARIDI from NYT Arts
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A new documentary peels back the curtain on the Tiananmen Square protests. And Mike Epps lands his second Netflix special.

Jeremy Hunt: I would spend £15bn more on defence

The Tory leadership candidate says the move would show the UK was "ready to defend its interests".

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On Politics: Democrats Split on Emergency Migrant Aid

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Some Democrats in Congress fear the funds would be used to carry out President Trump’s aggressive immigration policies.

Nissan Reappoints Saikawa to Board as Shareholders Hammer Renault

By BEN DOOLEY from NYT Business
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Investors vented their anger at Nissan’s French partner, showing that tensions still boil within the vast but troubled car-making alliance.

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

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS from NYT Sports
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Antetokounmpo, a 24-year-old from Greece, beat out Paul George of Oklahoma City and James Harden of Houston, who won the award last year.

Airbnb Enters the ‘Luxe’ Market

By SHIVANI VORA from NYT Travel
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French castle, anyone? A new rental tier expands Airbnb’s accommodation options to include 2,000 high-end homes and villas.

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

By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS from NYT Sports
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Aaron Hicks and Giancarlo Stanton each had three-run shots, moving the Yankees into a tie with the 2002 Rangers, who had Alex Rodriguez.

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

By SHANNON STIRONE from NYT Science
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The powerful rocket will carry an assortment of cargo to orbit, including a solar sail, an atomic clock and the ashes of 152 people.