In a Land With No Soccer, Group Hopes to Use It to Score Climate Goals

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Aberfan teacher who rescued children dies aged 82

Howell Williams smashed the glass above the classroom door and helped children from his class escape.

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Many Democracies Have Prosecuted Ex-Leaders. The Politics Can Be Tough.

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For Ukrainian Convicts, a Strange Odyssey Through Russian Prisons

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God of War: Ragnarok dominates Bafta Game Awards

God of War: Ragnarok takes the most prizes, but Vampire Survivors is the surprise best game winner.

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Pope Francis: Health improving after night in hospital

The Vatican says he ate breakfast, carried out work and read the newspapers on Thursday morning.

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Isle of Wight cow 'faking sleep' attracts global sympathy

Doris the cow's reluctance to get up early to be milked is captured by an Isle of Wight farmhand.

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The Biggest Battle in Ukraine

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$3.5m plan to move Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar's hippos

Pablo Escobar imported hippos to Colombia in the 1980s, but they now pose a growing problem.

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The Plan to Save Baseball

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Chris Kaba: Met Police shooting case referred to CPS

The Independent Office for Police Conduct has been investigating the shooting as a potential homicide.

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Local elections 2023: When are they and who can vote?

Voters in parts of England and in Northern Ireland will be able to elect new councillors in May.

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Obamacare Keeps Winning

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Hervé Renard Set to Coach France at Women’s World Cup

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Dermalogica founder's five words of advice

Jane Wurwand, who co-founded the skincare brand Dermalogica, shares her advice for our CEO Secrets series.

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Explosions are reported in Melitopol, an occupied city Ukraine hopes to recapture.

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Music star Angélique Kidjo says the Grammys 'need diversity'

"We are working on it," says the star, who sits on the awards' board of trustees.

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Ukraine claims to shoot down 12 of 12 Russian drones over Kyiv.

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Amateur Australian gold digger finds massive nugget

The specimen was found with a budget metal detector and weighed in at 4.6kg.

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As King Charles Adjusts to Being Center Stage, So Do His Impersonators

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Film Club: ‘Meet the World’s Most Honorable Bank Robbers’

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Creed III actor Jonathan Majors charged with assault and harassment

A 30-year-old woman says she was injured in an altercation with the Creed III star on Saturday.

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A Republican Spending Problem

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The World Bank estimated the cost of rebuilding Ukraine at $411 billion. Support is growing to use Russian funds for it.

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Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's defiant leader

How an ex-commando became the most dominant figure in the country's recent history.

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The Slow Motion Tidal Wave Consuming Our Economy

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Outrage at public contract for firm behind P&O sackings

It comes after DP World is chosen to run a new freeport, despite having sacked 800 workers without notice last year.

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Prince Harry arrives for newspaper phone-tapping High Court hearing

He is attending the High Court as legal proceedings begin in a phone-tapping and privacy case.

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Bill Gates: Me preocupa que estemos volviendo a cometer los mismos errores

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New first minister will have no mandate - Sarwar

The leader of the Scottish Labour party has repeated his call for a snap Holyrood election.

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History in the Rubble

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The Week in Business: TikTok in the Hot Seat

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Christine and the Queens on enlisting Madonna for 'weird musical'

The singer has enlisted Madonna for his new album and debuted new material at the 6 Music Festival.

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Putin Says He Could Put Tactical Nuclear Weapons in Belarus by Summer

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Prisoners Today, Neighbors Tomorrow

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At Least 23 Killed as Powerful Tornado Tears Through Mississippi

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UK asylum plans: Plans on future of migrant hotels to be announced

The government has previously signalled it wants to end the practice of housing people in hotels.

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200,000-Dollar Fine Aims to Expose Money Laundering in Canada

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Plymouth tree felling 'really good' for city, council official says

The felling of over 100 trees in Plymouth will lead to a "fabulous result", the official says.

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TikTok banned on all London City Hall devices amid security concerns

The firm behind the app offers to meet Sadiq Khan to address what it calls "misconceptions".

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Free Speech (or Not) at Stanford

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UK retail sales boosted by second-hand and discount stores

Retail sales rose strongly last month as cash-strapped shoppers looked for cheaper options.

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US bombs Syrian targets after deadly drone attack

The US says it hit Iran-linked militia after a drone attack killed a US contractor and injured others.

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Should The Government Pay for Your Bad Climate Decisions?

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A River Choking on Fish Corpses, and a Community Full of Anger

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Wadhurst is named as the best place to live in the UK

Judges said the East Sussex town had "pretty much everything needed for modern life in miniature".

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Four-day junior doctor strike set for April

British Medical Association announces walkout in their fight to get 35% pay rise in England.

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Leader of Indian Party Opposing Modi Is Sentenced in Defamation Case

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How a TikTok ban would - or wouldn't - work in practice

The US government is threatening to ban TikTok - how would that work?

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Our Film Critic on Why He’s Done With the Movies

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The situation at the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant remains perilous, the U.N. says.

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Rahul Gandhi sentenced to jail for Modi 'thieves' remark

India's opposition leader was convicted of defamation for comments about PM Narendra Modi's surname.

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Emergency crews at Leith dockyard as ship tips over

Police said the research vessel Petrel became dislodged in a dry dock in Leith, Edinburgh.

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The Fed’s Unpleasant Choice

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What is the UK inflation rate and why is the cost of living rising?

The rate at which prices are rising has jumped again, driven by soaring food prices.

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The Agony and Ecstasy of Ballet Flats

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Usain Bolt's surprise visit to Blackburn under-15s match

The Olympic champion dropped in at the under-15s game between Blackburn Rovers and Burnley.

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Yellen Says U.S. Banking System Is ‘Stabilizing’

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Man walking home from Birmingham mosque set on fire

West Midlands Police says the man has suffered serious facial injuries in the attack in Edgbaston.

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Russia reprises brutal tactics to attack the eastern Ukrainian city of Avdiivka.

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Cost of living: Animal shelter sees rise in cats given up

Volunteers are now being sought to help them socialise by cuddling and stroking them.

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Day 1 of Xi’s visit to Russia included meetings and dinner with Putin.

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Indictment Week?

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A World War II Pilot Saved His Crew. It Took Almost 80 Years to Find His Remains.

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Waste collection changes risk chaos, councils warn

Councils say government plans for consistent waste policies across England could be unworkable.

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The Weeknd settles copyright case over Call Out My Name

The star had been sued over alleged similarities between his song and a 2017 track called Vibeking.

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Macron Cabinet Faces No-Confidence Vote as Fury Grows Over Pensions

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Xi’s visit to Russia comes amid growing friction with the U.S.

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Could Donald Trump be arrested tomorrow?

The former president could become the first to face criminal charges. Here's what possibly lies ahead.

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The Week in Business: A Banking Crisis

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Girl, 15, dies after being hit by bus in Birmingham

Officers appeal for witnesses to the Birmingham crash and say they are supporting the girl's family.

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Harrison: 'I had no option but to take Stephen Bear to court'

The reality TV star's ex-partner was jailed for sharing explicit footage online without her consent.

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SNP leadership: Decisions need to be made by 'big team', says Forbes

SNP leadership candidate Kate Forbes says party members want to know the institution is democratic.

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F.D.-Who? A Commuter School Hopes To Be a March Madness Fairy Tale

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China as Peacemaker in the Ukraine War? The U.S. and Europe Are Skeptical.

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Two Big Ideas for Preventing Another Banking Crisis

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Why Canada’s Banks Remain ‘Stable and Resilient’

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Spring Returns

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Taylor Swift launches Eras tour with three-hour, 44-song set

The star plays for three hours as she launches her long-awaited Eras stadium tour in Arizona.

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Cambridge University college to examine its slavery legacy

Trinity College says a new role will consider ways the college may have gained from slavery.

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U.N. in Urgent Talks to Keep Ukrainian Grain Flowing

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Abortion pills banned in Wyoming as Texas judge considers nationwide decision

The ban comes as a Texas judge considers revoking nationwide approval of a common abortion pill.

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Champions League quarter-final draw: Chelsea to play Real Madrid, Man City v Bayern Munich

Chelsea face holders Real Madrid in the quarter-finals of the Champions League, while Manchester City meet Bayern Munich.

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Japan and South Korea Make Nice, but Can It Last?

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The leaders of Turkey and Finland are expected to meet amid speculation over NATO bid.

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Xi, Cast as Peacemaker, Wades Into Russia’s War in Ukraine

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Ukraine is burning through artillery shells in Bakhmut, which could jeopardize any spring push.

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What the Budget means for you and your money

Childcare, energy bill support, pensions and more will affect your finances. This is the impact on you.

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Russian Jet Dumps Substance on U.S. Drone Over Black Sea

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France’s Battle Over Retirement

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The European Central Bank Meets to Raise Rates Amid Uncertainty

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