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Mates, mate and freedom - how Argentina got the best out of Messi
Guillem Balague examines how the Argentina squad is built around Lionel Messi as they prepare to play against England in the World Cup semi-finals. Newsil...
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Briton's Iran jail sentence extended by two years, family says
Craig and Lindsay Foreman were arrested on spying charges last January while passing through Iran on a motorcycle journey. Newsiline summarises this repor...
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England's biggest match since 1966 as Three Lions close in on immortality
England face Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday - and BBC Sport's Phil McNulty explains why it is the Three Lions' biggest match since 19...
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China economic growth falls sharply, missing target
Weak demand domestically and the impact of the Iran war on oil prices overshadowed the country's strong exports. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC...
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China detains US scientist who studied North Korea nuclear tests
Chen Youlin's family says he has been wrongfully detained for nearly two years on spying charges. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Sto...
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I still feel pain of '98 but this can be different for England - Shearer
England's defeat by Argentina at the 1998 World Cup still burns deep for Alan Shearer, but he explains why this team can take their chance to change their...
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The Papers: 'You can do this' and 'Widdecombe suspect probed'
A nervous build-up for England in the World Cup semi-finals and the investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe lead the papers. Newsiline summarises t...
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A special team beats brilliant individuals - how silky Spain flattened France
Spain have rather flown under the radar at the 2026 World Cup but will they go all the way and win it? Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - To...
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Pressure is on world champions Argentina in semi-final - Guehi
England defender Marc Guehi insists the pressure is on Argentina as the Three Lions prepare to face the reigning champions in the World Cup semi-finals. N...
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UK heatwave delivers exceptional sunshine and persistent 30C temperatures
The current heatwave has been hot, dry and exceptionally sunny with some locations seeing double the number of sunshine hours usually recorded at this poi...
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Xbox workers stunned after jobs 'bloodbath'
The video game giant owned by Microsoft plans to let 3,200 workers go. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links readers to t...
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Seven Britons among those killed in Spain wildfires
Twelve of the 13 victims were foreign nationals, Spanish authorities said on Tuesday. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and lin...
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Trump retreat over Hormuz tolls suggests he is struggling to end Iran war
The abrupt about-face from the US president was the latest twist in a conflict that has now lasted more than four months. Newsiline summarises this report...
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End of incredible Deschamps era as France exit World Cup with a whimper
Didier Deschamps' long, storied career with France will come to an end not how he would have wanted it - in Saturday's World Cup third-place play-off. New...
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US Congress takes next step to make daylight saving time permanent
The House of Representatives passed a Trump-backed bill that would end decades of Americans having to reset their clocks twice a year. Newsiline summarise...
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How a former 'street kid' is key to South Africa's police corruption inquiry
Vusimusi "Cat" Matlala, due to appear at the Madlanga Commission, grew up hustling to make a living. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Worl...
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After record heat, could the Atlantic make Britain's weather even more extreme?
As temperatures rise, scientists are investigating whether a changing Atlantic could bring more volatile weather to the UK Newsiline summarises this repor...
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I changed jobs 10 times in 10 years to get the career I wanted
The lily-padding trend sees young people repeatedly move jobs to try to advance in the workplace. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busines...
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Buy Now Pay Later rules to bring refunds and rejections
Consumers should be better protected as Buy Now Pay Later lenders now require authorisation to operate. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - B...
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'I looked into the river and saw all these dead fish'
There have been 50,000 fish killed in Northern Ireland because of water pollution since 2020. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science &am...
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Heating oil customers to get compensation after price hikes
The cost of hearing oil spike following the US-Israel war with Iran which forced up crude prices. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busines...
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From Wimbledon towels to Scotch: What India-UK trade deal could mean for shoppers
The free trade agreement between the world's fifth and sixth largest economies has come into effect - can it deliver? Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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To drill or not to drill? Andy Burnham faces North Sea oil dilemma
Burnham, who is expected to become the UK's next prime minister, has been handed a letter from the oil and gas industry calling for his support. Newsiline...
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World Cup final half-time to last up to 25 minutes
The half-time break in Sunday's World Cup final is expected to last between 20 and 25 minutes. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Storie...
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Midnight social media curfew proposed for older UK teens
Teens will be able to opt out of the restrictions - campaigners have criticised them as being piecemeal. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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'Miracle on the Hudson' pilot Captain Sully diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease
The 75-year-old says he was recently diagnosed and the disease is at an early stage. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and link...
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Spain into World Cup final after victory over France
Spain are into the 2026 World Cup final after goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro see them convincingly beat France 2-0 in their semi-final in Dall...
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Watch: The clash between US and Iran for control of the Strait of Hormuz
The BBC's Barbara Plett Usher examines the latest tensions over the key international shipping channel. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - W...
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Who 'came alive' in the semi-final? France v Spain player ratings
Spain produce a masterclass to see off France and reach their first World Cup final since 2010 - but who were the stars? Newsiline summarises this report...
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Wife describes moment husband nearly sucked out of Ryanair plane
A man was nearly sucked head-first out of a cabin window mid-air on a Ryanair plane. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - World and links read...
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Leeds agree £34.1m fee for defender Muharemovic
Leeds United agree a £34.1m fee with Italian club Sassuolo for defender Tarik Muharemovic. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories an...
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Henderson & Quansah only England absentees for Argentina
Jordan Henderson and Jarell Quansah are set to be the only players unavailable for England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina. Newsiline summarises...
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What we know about fatal ICE shooting in Maine
An ICE officer shot and killed a man in Maine - BBC Verify has been examining video footage of the incident. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC New...
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Review of MP security needed after Widdecombe death, Burnham says
The expected next prime minister says politics has "darkened" in the decade he has been away from Westminster. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC N...
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Starmer becomes first UK PM to receive top French honour
France's President Emmanuel Macron praised Starmer's "decency" and contribution to Ukraine and the security of Europe. Newsiline summarises this report fr...
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Strait of Hormuz remains a fault line as Iran and US drift back into war
Control of the waterway has become a key point of contention between the US and Iran, as a ceasefire deal falters. Newsiline summarises this report from B...