Monday, September 30, 2019

Moroccan journalist Hajar Raissouni jailed on abortion charges

Activists say the charges against Hajar Raissouni are part of a crackdown on critical reporters.

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'I struggled to do my mum justice at her inquest'

Bereaved families often get no legal aid to help them establish the causes of a loved one's death.

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How China became the world's 'economic miracle'

Historic reforms propelled China from poor and isolated, to one of the world's economic superpowers.

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Trump impeachment: Who's who in whistleblower story?

It's the story that kickstarted impeachment moves against Donald Trump. But who are the main players?

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Jet fuel from thin air: Aviation's hope or hype?

A pilot project at Rotterdam airport plans to capture CO2 from the air and turn it into jet fuel.

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Jack Charles: 'I'd rob to collect rent for stolen Aboriginal land'

He was stolen from his family, then he stole from "posh homes" - now actor Jack Charles wants closure.

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The imam who died fighting racism in South Africa

Relatives of Abdullah Haron, who died in detention 50 years ago, are still traumatised by his death.

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Crystal has face cancer and wants to work in theatre

Diagnosed at 18-years-old, Crystal has joined the Teenage Cancer Trust #stillme campaign to inspire others.

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Catalonia protesters: 'It feels like we're all being tried'

Fresh unrest is feared in Catalonia, as it awaits the verdicts from 12 independence leaders' trials.

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James Johnson: 'My struggles as an intersex footballer'

James Johnson, who was born intersex, was a star in Nigeria's women's team before transitioning.

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How to Win Republican Support for Impeachment


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Hong Kong protests: 'I can't say I love China any more'

A Hong Kong protester from a pro-Beijing area talks about his complicated feelings about China.

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Minister to outline longer jail term plans for serious offenders

The government wants those convicted of serious violent and sexual offences serve more of their sentences.

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Jessye Norman, Grammy-winning star of opera, dies at 74

Norman was one of the rare black singers to reach fame in the opera world.

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China National Day Live Updates: A Parade and Protest Fears


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EU brings in 'right to repair' rules for appliances

The rules will make household appliances longer-lasting and easier to fix.

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PROGRAMMING ALERT: Rudy Giuliani reacts to subpoena on 'Hannity,' 9 pm ET

09/30/19 5:36 PM

Trump’s Claims About Biden Aren’t ‘Unsupported.’ They’re Lies.


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Jessye Norman, Grammy-winning star of opera, dies at 74

Norman was one of the rare black singers to reach fame in the opera world.

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Jet fuel from thin air: Aviation's hope or hype?

A pilot project at Rotterdam airport plans to capture CO2 from the air and turn it into jet fuel.

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Jack Charles: 'I'd rob to collect rent for stolen Aboriginal land'

He was stolen from his family, then he stole from "posh homes" - now actor Jack Charles wants closure.

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The imam who died fighting racism in South Africa

Relatives of Abdullah Haron, who died in detention 50 years ago, are still traumatised by his death.

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Alberto Salazar: Mo Farah's former coach banned from athletics for four years after doping violations

Alberto Salazar, Mo Farah's former athletics coach, has been banned from the sport for four years after being found guilty of doping violations.

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Sunday, September 29, 2019

On Opening Weekend, Another Horse Dies at Santa Anita


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Tory conference: Government confirms £25bn for road upgrades

Infrastructure plans to be set out at the Tory conference as opposition MPs meet to discuss Brexit moves.

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Forever 21, Which Helped Popularize Fast Fashion, to File for Bankruptcy


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4 Inmates Escape From Ohio Jail After Overpowering Guards


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Pelosi Pushes for Simple Message on Impeachment as Inquiry Barrels Ahead


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Elena Delle Donne Gets Help as Mystics Take Game 1 Over the Sun


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U.S. Officials Warn of Rising Threat From Qaeda Branch in Northwest Syria


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Sound of Music play still 'sumptuous and so joyful'

Sixty years on, the original stage show's power still endures, says one of its remaining stars.

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The day China became communist

On 1 October 1949 Chairman Mao Zedong announced the creation of the People’s Republic of China

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The sex education circus

Performer and educator Jess Herman has come up with a creative way of teaching teenagers about sex.

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Will virtual clothes transform how we shop?

A smartphone app can make a detailed virtual avatar allowing you to try on a whole range of clothes.

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Where does recycling and rubbish from the UK go?

Waste management company Biffa has been fined for sending used nappies and food packaging to China.

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A former diet cola addict built a $100m firm

Kara Goldin, the founder of US flavoured water company Hint, used to drink 10 cans of cola a day.

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Hong Kong’s Status as Neutral Ground at Risk as China Asserts Power


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M.L.B.’s Juggernauts Set to Clash After a Season of Extraordinary Numbers


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Be More Chill: The word-of-mouth hit musical now heading to London

Be More Chill was kept alive thanks to the cult following its soundtrack built up on streaming.

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A former diet cola addict built a $100m firm

Kara Goldin, the founder of US flavoured water company Hint, used to drink 10 cans of cola a day.

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Greece: Deadly fire triggers riots at Moria refugee camp

Police fire tear gas to control a crowd who say firefighters were too slow to respond to the fire.

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Inequalities in heart attack care 'costing women's lives'

Thousands of women are dying needlessly because of delays in diagnosis and poor care, a report says.

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Amazon fires: The volunteer firefighters battling to save Brazil’s rainforest

A band of volunteer firefighters are on a mission to stop their stretch of Brazil’s Amazon rainforest from going up in flames.

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Cocaine and alcohol a 'deadly combination'

At least 13 self-inflicted deaths among people who took alcohol with cocaine have occurred in a year.

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Man Is Charged With Terrorism After Driving S.U.V. Through Illinois Mall


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Yankees Turn Their Focus to the Playoffs, and Stifling the Twins


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Saturday, September 28, 2019

Jo Cox charity urges MPs to sign up to code of conduct

The foundation set up in memory of the murdered MP says it will help to protect election candidates.

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Kelsea Ballerini on disco balls, ugly tears and stolen luggage

The country star spills the beans on her third album and the celebrity who stole her backpack.

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Why much of the internet is closed off to blind people

Retailers are struggling to make their products accessible, and customers are taking them to court.

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We Are Stoke-on-Trent: What links the Titanic and oatcakes?

The life of the captain of the Titanic and the origins of oatcakes - stories our readers asked us to tell.

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US economy under Trump: Is it the greatest in history?

Is the US economy under President Trump the best it's ever been?

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Money-making hack: Renting clothes online

Tash and Marie are making money by renting out old dresses to women in the area.

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Why Borana people don't name their children for up to three years

The Borana people are not in any rush to name their newborn babies. Here's why.

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The awfulness - and awesomeness - of being short

For men, being tall is considered desirable, but one man has come to embrace his height - or lack of it.

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Organ donation: The phone call that changed Lilly's life

Lilly Kendall had been planning her funeral aged 11 - before an organ donor saved her life.

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World War Two: 'I discovered my eldest sister was my mother'

Albert Gilmour learned his father was an American GI based in Northern Ireland during World War Two.

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Your pictures on the theme of 'tiny things'

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

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Republican Mark Amodei Tiptoes Around Impeachment Inquiry


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Government plans 40 new hospitals and a new mental health services pilot

Ministers unveil plans for 40 new hospitals and a new mental health pilot for 12 areas of England.

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Four teens held after Enfield to Loughton police chase

The pursuit ended after the car hit stationary traffic and the suspects were dragged from the car.

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Labradoodle creator says it's his 'life's regret'

'They're crazy' - the man who created the labradoodle says it's a huge regret.

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Beijing Daxing: China's huge new 'starfish' airport opens its doors

The Beijing Daxing International Airport spans 700,000 square metres - or 98 football fields.

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Indonesia haze causes sky to turn blood red

Pictures and videos of the phenomenon went viral on social media over the weekend.

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Canada's Green Party edits photo of leader holding single-use cup

Elizabeth May was "shocked" to see the image, saying it was manipulated without her knowledge.

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Mets’ Pete Alonso Breaks Rookie Home-Run Record


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‘You’re a Bad Police Officer’: Official Confronts Deputy at Awards Ceremony


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Why much of the internet is closed off to blind people

Retailers are struggling to make their products accessible, and customers are taking them to court.

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Andrew Yang: The 'Asian math guy' trying to be next US president

Andrew Yang's pledge of $1,000-a-month for every American has piqued the interests of many US voters.

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US economy under Trump: Is it the greatest in history?

Is the US economy under President Trump the best it's ever been?

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Friday, September 27, 2019

Sickle cell disease: I wanted to get people talking

Chris who lives with the disease wants to create conversation about the condition.

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Parisians fight climate change with a surprising weapon

An initiative in Paris is trying to persuade restaurants to turn food waste into compost.

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'Just let the power of music move you'

Ecstatic dance is a form of dance which generates feelings of trance and ecstasy.

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Week in pictures: 21 - 27 September 2019

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

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We are Stoke-on-Trent: How Pokemon Go is helping players

Meet the people who say Pokemon Go has helped them combat depression and social anxiety.

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Showgirl Video: The last peep show in Las Vegas

The closure of Showgirl Video marks the end of an era for Sin City. But will it ever shun sex completely?

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Who listens in on a president's phone call?

A whistleblower has shone a spotlight on the practice of hearing and recording calls from the Oval Office.

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Music funding: 'There will not be another Sheku Kanneh-Mason'

The award winning cellist's mother has warned state schools aren't getting enough funding for music.

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Trump Tears Up the Welcome Mat


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Can a computer fool you into thinking it is human?

Chatbots are increasingly common on and off line, but does it matter if their voices aren't real?

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Kurt Volker resigns as Ukraine envoy after mention in whistleblower complaint, AP reports

09/27/19 5:56 PM

How Good Is the Yankees’ Defense? Depends on Who’s Keeping Track


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Avoid skin-lightening creams 'at all costs'

Consumers are being warned to steer clear of skin-lightening creams that can "act like paint stripper".

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Thomas Cook: How the collapse affected me

A week after the collapse of Thomas Cook, the BBC looks at the stories of those involved

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How to Throw an Intimate Dinner at Home, the Parisian Way


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Pete Alonso Ties Aaron Judge’s Rookie Record With 52nd Home Run


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Week in pictures: 21 - 27 September 2019

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

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Trump impeachment inquiry: Pompeo subpoenaed by House Democrats

The US secretary of state is ordered to turn over all related documents within a week.

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Hundreds of thousands join Canada climate strikes

The demonstrations come after environmental activist Greta Thunberg called for students to strike.

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Giuliani Backs Out of Kremlin-Supported Conference in Armenia


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Harris County Deputy Is Fatally Shot in Traffic Stop, Official Says


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‘The Irishman’ Review: The Mob’s Greatest Hits, in a Somber Key


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Biden, Weathering Attacks From Trump, Returns to Campaign Trail


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Thursday, September 26, 2019

Review: Peter Brook Asks the Ultimate Question in ‘Why?’


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It Gets a Party Started


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US slashes refugee limit to all-time low of 18,000

The White House says Iraqis who helped the US military and persecuted minorities will get priority.

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Man Who Berated Woman Over T-Shirt With Puerto Rican Flag Is Convicted of Hate Crimes


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Complaint in Hand, Democrats Aim for a Fast, and Focused, Impeachment Inquiry


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Prince Harry in southern Africa: Where are the world's landmines?

Prince Harry will highlight the fact that landmines continue to take thousands of lives.

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Trump, Ukraine and impeachment: Your questions answered

From impeachment proceedings to who listens in on a president's calls - your questions answered.

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Not just about sex: Indonesia's protests explained

The violent protests are about corruption, blasphemy and a draconian new criminal code.

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Ryan Murphy, Super Producer, Reboots Himself for Netflix and ‘The Politician’


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Facebook tests hiding likes from Australian users

It follows a similar and controversial trial by Instagram and is designed to ease social pressure.

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Police watchdog warns 35,000 police staff 'not vetted properly'

Forces in England and Wales must do more to root out sexual predators, a police watchdog report says.

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Stasi files: German plan to transfer files sparks concern

Critics warn files on citizens of former East Germany could be less accessible if they are archived.

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Mothers with 'controlling voice' fail to persuade teenagers

The tone of voice used by mothers can be as important as what they say, a study suggests.

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Iranian spying charge 'preposterous', prisoner's wife says

The wife of a retired engineer from London jailed in Iran appeals to the UK government for help.

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No-deal Brexit 'still risk to NHS and care sector'

A report highlights new transport routes, support for care homes and doubts over the size of the medicines stockpile as concerns.

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'Clueless' Cleveland Police 'putting public at risk'

Cleveland's force becomes the first in England to be rated inadequate in all areas of inspection.

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Just How Corrupt Is Bill Barr?


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Trump Said His Ukraine Envoy Would ‘Go Through Some Things.’ She Has Already.


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Anxious Biden Allies May Unleash Super PAC


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Quiz of the week: Fleabag's Emmy success and other posers

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

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Meet 'The Terminator', Zimbabwe's disabled footballer

Kuda Mapira, known as 'The Terminator', is one of the first disabled people to play football for his country.

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One man's 3,000km march across Russia to oust Putin

'Shaman warrior' Alexander Gabyshev walked across Russia for six months with the aim of confronting the president.

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The Egyptian calling for a revolution against al-Sisi

Mohamed Ali is a former Egyptian military contractor calling for protests against Egypt's president.

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Wednesday, September 25, 2019

We Are Stoke-on-Trent: The choir that transforms lives

Members of the All Woman Choir in the Potteries speak of their life-changing experiences.

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Bury Football Club's fans fight to keep their club alive

Bury fans have been left with a football team, but they're determined to bring the game back to Gigg Lane.

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Naughty Boy: Music's helping us cope with dementia

The producer speaks about the impact of his mum's diagnosis for the first time.

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Nuclear weapons: Explained in numbers

Reality Check takes a look at the facts and figures behind the world's nuclear weapons stockpiles

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Images capture a phone-less world

A series of photos by US photographer Eric Pickersgill shows people staring into the space where their phone usually is.

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Quotation of the Day: For Some, a 3-Hour Game Is a Great Time to Knit a Sweater


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New York City F.C. Routs Atlanta and Inches Closer to Top Seed


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Corrections: September 26, 2019


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Inside one of the world's largest licensed brothels

A BBC investigation has found children as young as seven are at risk of being forced into prostitution in Bangladesh.

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Trump immigration plans: US signs deal to deport migrants to Honduras

Critics say the country has one of the world's highest murder rates and is not a safe destination.

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Lisa Li: Angry landlord exposes online star's 'double life'

The Chinese star Lisa Li's life of travel, parties, and fine dining was not everything it seemed.

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Phone Call Showed Only a Slice of Trump’s Obsession With Ukraine


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Rudy Giuliani — World’s Worst Best Friend


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South Africa's xenophobic attacks: Why migrants won't be deterred

The wave of anti-foreigner attacks are a symptom of a bigger problem, writes Andrew Harding.

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Whistle-Blower Is Said to Allege Concerns About White House Handling of Ukraine Call


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Trump’s Not-So-Excellent Day


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Citing Falsehoods, Nicolle Wallace of MSNBC Cut Away From Trump’s Remarks


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Person of Interest Is Named in Killing of Transgender Woman in Florida


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The Papers: 'Ferocious scenes as Commons hits boiling point'

Thursday's papers lead on the prime minister's appearance in Parliament - and the bitter tone of the debate.

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Trump impeachment: Was there quid pro quo?

A released memo confirmed the US president urged for a Biden inquiry, but was it in exchange for aid?

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Elated, Furious, Wary: Impeachment Divides Voters, Like Everything Trump


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Trump to Ukraine: Such a Shame if Anything Happened to Your Nice Country


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Chile's stolen children: 'I was tricked into handing over my baby'

Chile is investigating how babies and children were sent abroad for adoption during military rule.

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Tuesday, September 24, 2019

Corrections: September 25, 2019


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Thomas Cook holidaymakers and crew 'trapped' in Cuba

Several Thomas Cook holidaymakers say their hotels are not letting them leave until they pay extra money.

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U.S. Intelligence Officer Who Tried to Share Secrets With China Is Sentenced to 10 Years


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U.S. Intelligence Officer Who Tried to Share Secrets With China Is Sentenced to 10 Years


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The Truth About Olivier Rousteing


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How Jussie Smollett Was Written Off the Last Season of ‘Empire’


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Subject of a 2016 U.K. Referendum


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The Brewers’ M.V.P. Falls, but the Team Keeps Soaring


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Israel confirms it killed Hamas leader Haniyeh in Tehran in July

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