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Tokyo Olympics: Armand Duplantis glad to have avoided coffee with Sam Kendricks
Armand Duplantis is glad that a phone call from his girlfriend meant he missed a coffee with Sam Kendricks before the American's positive Covid test.
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Turkey: Foreign tourists evacuated as wildfires threaten resorts
Coastguard vessels and private boats have brought holidaymakers to safety, as the death toll rise.
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Simone Biles withdraws from floor final at Tokyo Olympics
American Simone Biles withdraws from the floor final but is yet to make a decision on whether to compete on beam.
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Tokyo Olympics: Charlotte Worthington wins BMX freestyle gold for Great Britain
Great Britain's Charlotte Worthington wins a thrilling gold in the women's BMX park freestyle Olympic final.
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Simone Biles criticism baffles Callum Skinner: Mental health 'not death of sport'
Criticism of Simone Biles for withdrawing from some events at Tokyo 2020 is "baffling", says Olympic gold medallist Callum Skinner.
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Nairobi - the centre of East Africa's thriving arts scene
Artists from across East Africa have converged on Kenya's capital, creating a vibrant scene.
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The women fighting infertility stigma in Nigeria
Three Nigerian women confront the prejudice they have faced on their fertility journeys.
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Anti-eviction lawmaker camps overnight on US Capitol steps
Cori Bush fears millions of US tenants could be at risk if an eviction freeze is allowed to expire.
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Donald Trump ordered to hand over tax returns to Congress
The ruling is a big legal blow to the ex-president, who has not publicly disclosed his tax returns.
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From Afghan interpreter to US homeless - until reaching the American dream
Thousands of Afghan interpreters have waited years to flee to the US. Arriving is a different story.
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Mitholz - the tranquil Swiss village facing a time bomb
More than 60 years after a deadly explosion ruined Mitholz, the village remains under threat.
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Nigeria's kidnap crisis: 'I saw my two-year-old carried by a man with a gun'
Parents of schoolchildren abducted in Nigeria describe their trauma, and dilemma over the ransom demands.
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India reptile park struggles to survive amid Covid
The future is uncertain for the thousands of snakes, lizards and crocodiles at the Guindy Snake Park.
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The man who 'killed' Pluto
How Mike Brown’s discovery of a larger object threatened Pluto’s 75-year status as a planet
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Covid and a coup: The double crisis pushing Myanmar to the brink
A surge in virus cases has dealt a fresh blow to a country already dealing with military coup.
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The fungus and bacteria tackling plastic waste
Bacteria, fungus and enzymes can all digest plastic, but can they work at a useful commercial scale?
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Africa's week in pictures: 23-29 July 2021
A selection of the week's best photos from across the continent and beyond.
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'My bakery lets you take a bite out of celebs'
Funny Face Bakery shot to fame when Kris Jenner and Kim Kardashian posted about its cookies.
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The separated refugees brought back together by judo
Sanda Aldass and Muna Dahouk have trained together since childhood but the war in Syria separated them.
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Dressage: How to make a horse dance
For some, it's an oddity to watch only at the Olympics... for others, it's a lifetime of training.
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Tokyo Olympics: Novak Djokovic thrashes Kei Nishikori to reach men's semi-finals
Novak Djokovic remains on course for a 'Golden Slam' after thrashing home hope Kei Nishikori to ease into the Olympic semi-finals.
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Tokyo Olympics: How to think like a champion
Newsbeat speaks to Bill Beswick, the psychologist behind the 26-year-old breaststroke star.
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Covid-19: Biden tells states to offer $100 vaccine incentive as cases rise
The US president also announced that all federal workers must be vaccinated or subjected to testing.
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Covid vaccines: Tourists head to the US to get vaccinated
Some tourists are spending thousands of dollars to travel to the US to get a coronavirus vaccine.
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South Africa riots: The inside story of Durban's week of anarchy
The worst unrest since white-minority rule ended has left deep scars, especially in the coastal city of Durban.
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Why cannabis is still a banned Olympics substance
US sprinter Sha'carri Richardson won't compete due to a positive marijuana test. People are asking why.
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Gaza photographer hopes digital art boom can help raise aid money
A Palestinian photographer wants to help children by selling an image from May's conflict.
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The black immigrant who challenged US segregation - nearly 190 years ago
A black Brazilian immigrant was the first person in US history to challenge segregation in a courtroom
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Capitol Hill police officer in tears during testimony
Officer Gonell gave an emotional statement during the first day of the US Capitol riot inquiry.
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Tokyo Olympics: German gymnasts' full-body suits inspire other athletes
British-Jamaican gymnast Danusia Francis believes athletes should have a choice over their outfits.
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Tokyo Olympics: Take a tour of the incredible venues
They range from an arena built by a father and son, to a legendary home of Japanese martial arts.
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Surfside tower collapse: Final victim identified from rubble
The family of Estelle Hedaya say they have confirmation she is the 98th victim of the Surfside disaster.
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Hemingway 'lookalike' chosen in Florida contest
A 63-year-old won the Key West, Florida contest for his likeness to the award-winning author.
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Deadly street protests over Iran water shortages
Khuzestan is one of the country's hottest regions, where temperatures can reach 50C.
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Unesco adds Madrid's Paseo del Prado and Retiro Park to heritage list
The famous Paseo del Prado and Retiro Park are symbols of the Spanish capital's history.
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Nigerian outrage at brazen bandit attacks
The shooting down of a military jet shows how organised crime is becoming more daring by the day.
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Tokyo Olympics: One athlete braved sharks and crocodiles
Training for the Olympics can be a full-time job but Jo Brigden-Jones has combined it with much more.
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Covid-19: Recent claims about cremations and vaccines fact-checked
Debunking claims shared widely on social media about cremations in the UK and US vaccine statistics.
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Afrobeats in Japan: British-Nigerian hip hop dancer teaching children how to dance
Yinka Oshiletu, a British-Nigerian hip hop dancer is bringing Afrobeats sounds to Japan's young dancers.
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LA man who mocked Covid-19 vaccines dies of virus
Stephen Harmon, who opposed getting vaccinated, has died after a month-long struggle with the virus.
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Covid vaccines: Why a giant plastic bag shortage is slowing the rollout
A look at the critical vaccine components in short supply, as a new global marketplace is launched to tackle bottlenecks.
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Why is the Great Barrier Reef in trouble? A simple guide
Australia's natural wonder faces a battle to survive - here's a simple guide.
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Angelina Jolie wins appeal to remove judge from Brad Pitt divorce case
The ruling is a victory for Angelina Jolie, who is locked in a custody battle with Brad Pitt.
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Coronavirus: Italy brings in Covid certificate amid spike in infections
All those aged 12 and over with at least one jab will be able to access bars, cinemas and gyms.
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The jungle-trekking Covid vaccinators helping to protect remote Indian villages.
Latgam Singpu and his team of Covid vaccinators use rope bridges, school buses and incentives to reach remote villages in India's Arunachal Pradesh state.
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Nord Stream 2: US and Germany reach deal on controversial Russian gas pipeline
The US says the agreement prevents Russia from using the pipeline as a political weapon over Europe.
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Netflix to include mobile games for subscribers
The firm said on Tuesday that the "time is right to learn more about how our members value games".
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Pegasus: Spyware sold to governments 'targets activists'
Israeli tech firm NSO denies media reports that its software has been sold to authoritarian regimes.
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Lex Gillette: Record-breaking blind long jumper
With the support of his sighted guide, the four-time Paralympic medallist hopes to win gold in Tokyo.
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First Covid case reported in Tokyo Olympic village
The chief of the Tokyo Olympics accepts athletes are "probably very worried", after a Games-related organiser became the first person to test positive for Covid-19 in the athletes' village.
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Cannes Film Festival: Titane wins top Palme d'Or prize
The outlandish Titane wins after jury president Spike Lee reveals the award in a ceremony slip-up.
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Egypt's Al Ahly win African Champions League title
Egyptian heavyweights Al Ahly win a tenth African Champions League on Saturday after beating Kaizer Chiefs 3-0 in Morocco.
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Belgium takes back mothers and children from Syria jihadist camps
It is the biggest repatriation of suspected Islamic State members since its fall in 2019.
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The South African community standing up to looters
The government said it would deploy 25,000 troops, after days of widespread looting and violence.
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Britney Spears can hire own lawyer in conservatorship case, judge rules
The decision comes as the pop star addresses a US court for the second time in less than a month.
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Nasa zeroes in on cause of Hubble's trouble
A possible cause is identified for the Hubble telescope's worst glitch in years.
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Lithuania votes to curb influx of migrants from Belarus
The strict legislation allows the mass detention of migrants, as hundreds arrive from Belarus.
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Asian American history teaching rule in US state
Illinois' first-in-the-nation measure gained support after a wave of anti-Asian violence in the US.
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France Covid: Vaccinations mandatory for all health workers
Amid a surge of infections, President Emmanuel Macron announces significant moves to combat Covid.
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Texas Democrats flee state to block Republican voting law
Republicans in the state are proposing some of the most restrictive voting laws in the US.
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Euro 2020: Italy fans ecstatic after England defeated in Wembley final
There are scenes of jubilation across Italy as the national football team beat England on penalties.
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Voice cloning of interest to actors and cybercriminals
Why voice cloning is not just a threat to actors but could benefit cybercriminals too.
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Afghan woman 'unbroken' after being shot by her husband
Afghan woman Shakila Zareen had to have 22 operations after being shot in the face by her husband.
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Google boss Sundar Pichai on tax and his personal tech habits
Google boss Sundar Pichai defends company record on tax – and explains his personal tech habits.
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Euro 2020 final: England beaten by Italy on penalties
England's hopes of ending a 55-year wait for a major trophy are crushed in heartbreaking fashion as they lose on penalties to Italy in the final of Euro 2020 at Wembley.
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Cubans stage rare protests over Covid measures
Hundreds rally in several Cuban cities on Sunday, with others showing support for the government.
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The foreigners in China’s disinformation drive
Foreigners are increasingly appearing on YouTube promoting China's narrative on issues like Xinjiang.
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Elisa Loncón: From poverty to PhD to writing Chile's constitution
Elisa Loncón, an indigenous leader, will be one of the main architects of Chile's new constitution.
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Why Canada is reforming indigenous foster care
The residential school legacy has been linked to the overrepresentation of indigenous children in care.
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'I help Indian parents talk about sex'
An Indian sex coach says parents turn to her for advice as sex education is not available in schools.
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Kenyatta, Ruto and Odinga: The true cost of Kenya's political love triangle
Kenya's president and his deputy had what seemed like a perfect political marriage, until a third partner showed up.
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'Flying fish' restock US lakes
Wildlife authorities in Utah have restocked lakes with fish by dropping them out of a plane.
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ICYMI: A nail-biting tight rope walk and a tiny cow
Here's a summary of this week's news you might have missed.
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