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Locusts destroy crops in 'worst invasion in Sardinia for 60 years'
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'Millions' of locusts wreak havoc in Sardinia
The Italian island is experiencing its worst invasion of the insects in 60 years, local media report.
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Kim Dotcom fights US extradition from New Zealand
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Kim Dotcom in final bid to halt extradition
The Megaupload founder hopes to stop his extradition from New Zealand to the US on copyright charges.
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Canada to ban single-use plastics as early as 2021
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Canada to ban single-use plastics as early as 2021
The Canadian initiative will be modelled on similar legislation passed by the EU last year.
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Vatican issues guidance questioning modern gender identity
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Vatican challenges modern gender theory
The document speaks of an "educational crisis" in the church when teaching sexuality and gender.
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Grape expectations: DNA reveals history of vintage wine
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Grape expectations: DNA reveals history of vintage wine
The French were probably sipping wines we drink today 900 years ago, according to DNA from old grapes.
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Mexico given 45 days to curb migrant flow to US
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Mexico 'has 45 days to curb migrant flow to US'
Mexico admits new measures will have to be discussed if it does not reduce migrant numbers.
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Why Vettel deserved his penalty - Palmer column
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Jolyon Palmer column: Why Sebastian Vettel deserved his penalty
Former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer explains why he is in complete agreement with the penalty handed to Sebastian Vettel at the Canadian Grand Prix.
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Argentina frustrate 2011 winners Japan to claim first ever World Cup point
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Women's World Cup: Argentina hold Japan for first point
Japan begin their quest to reach a third straight World Cup final with a disappointing goalless draw against outsiders Argentina.
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Helicopter crash lands on NYC skyscraper
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Helicopter pilot killed in NYC skyscraper crash
The 54-storey building on Seventh Avenue shakes from the crash, which killed the pilot.
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Japan's office chair racers compete in 'grand prix'
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Office chair racers compete in 'grand prix'
Teams had to complete as many laps of a 200m (650ft) course as they could in two hours.
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Women's World Cup 2019: Argentina hold former champions Japan for first point
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Women's World Cup 2019: Argentina hold former champions Japan for first point - BBC Sport
Watch as Argentina manage to hold the 2015 finalists Japan to a goalless draw in Group D of the Women's World Cup 2019.
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Iran has increased production of enriched uranium - IAEA
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Iran 'has increased enriched uranium production'
The international watchdog confirms a rise, but says it is not clear when Iran will exceed 2015 limit.
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Handmaid's fail: Kylie Jenner faces backlash for themed party
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Outrage over Kylie Jenner's Handmaid's Tale party
Reality star Kylie Jenner is being criticised for hosting a Handmaid's Tale themed party.
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Six Flags: Brush fire causes evacuation in California
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Brush fire causes amusement park evacuation
Visitors on a rollercoaster and other rides saw smoke billowing across Six Flags in California.
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Canada to ban single-use plastics as early as 2021
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Canada to ban single-use plastics
PM Justin Trudeau and his government have yet to decide which products will be included on the list.
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Women's World Cup 2019: Canada take the lead from Kadeisha Buchanan's header
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Women's World Cup 2019: Canada take the lead from Kadeisha Buchanan's header - BBC Sport
Watch as Kadeisha Buchanan puts Canada 1-0 ahead against Cameroon in Group E of the Women's World Cup 2019.
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Net bowler walks for first time since being felled by Warner drive
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Cricket World Cup: Net bowler struck by David Warner drive 'finally' walking again
Jaykishan Plaha, who was hit on the head by a David Warner drive at The Oval on Saturday, says he has walked for the first time since the incident.
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Republic of Ireland labour to see off Gibraltar
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Euro 2020 qualifiers: Republic labour to 2-0 win against Gibraltar
The Republic of Ireland go five points clear at the top of Group D with a laboured 2-0 win against Gibraltar.
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Women's World Cup: Canada 1-0 Cameroon
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Women's World Cup: Canada 1-0 Cameroon
A header by Kadeisha Buchanan, voted best young player at the 2015 Women's World Cup, ensures Canada open their 2019 campaign with a win over Cameroon.
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Huawei: 'We stand naked in front of the world'
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Huawei: 'We stand naked in front of the world'
Huawei's cyber-security chief told MPs it has never been asked by China to do anything "untoward".
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US Africa envoy to visit Sudan amid crisis to encourage talks
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Top US envoy heading to Sudan amid crisis
Tibor Nagy will urge the country's military leaders to stop their attacks on civilians.