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Fifa to pay Somali referee Artan full World Cup fee
Somali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States to officiate at the World Cup, will still receive his tournament fee from Fifa in ful...
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Smaller than Isle of Man & huge Dutch influence: Curacao making history
Curacao has possibly been most famous for its alcoholic drink of the same name - but now the nation is ready to announce itself at the World Cup. Newsilin...
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The US sporting triumph that is overshadowing the World Cup
The football World Cup has taken a back seat in New York as the Knicks win their first NBA title in 53 years. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC Ne...
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Jubilation as Scotland fans celebrate win
Supporters gathered in bars and venues across the country in the early hours to watch the match against Haiti. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC N...
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Armed men kidnap high-ranking security official in Haiti
James Boyard's abduction is the highest-ranking abduction in the violence-wracked country in recent years, according to reports. Newsiline summarises this...
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Refugee who quit Bayern to create Aussie World Cup dream
Nestory Irankunda was born as a refugee in Tanzania before becoming Australian record breaker with goal in victory over Turkey. Newsiline summarises this...
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How forgotten voyages helped track El Nino
A century ago, research ship William Scoresby left Hull for pioneering work in the southern oceans. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Scien...
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Knicks end 53-year wait for NBA Championship
The New York Knicks win their first NBA Championship since 1973 thanks to a 94-90 win over the San Antonio Spurs. Newsiline summarises this report from BB...
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'He's a life saver': The miniature therapy horse that travels by taxi
Meet Rusty, the pint-sized therapy horse who travels around London in a black cab. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links...
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UK armed forces intercept Russian shadow fleet in Channel, PM says
Royal Marine Commandos boarded the vessel in an operation lasting six hours in the early hours of Sunday. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News -...
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'The greatest day of my life' - Knicks fans celebrate in San Antonio
New York's basketball team won the NBA championship for the first time in over 50 years after beating the Spurs in Texas. Newsiline summarises this report...
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Woman fearful of 'predators' before her death, family say
Police are reviewing the investigation into Katie Beattie's death following calls from her family. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top St...
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Two men charged over theft of England World Cup kit
Two men are charged for stealing $18,000 worth of property from England at their Kansas City training base. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News...
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Rare butterfly find drives conservation research
Gareth Tilley is credited as being the first to discover the elusive black hairstreak in Surrey. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Science...
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David James backs affordable football kit charities
The former England goalie does not want costly kit to be a bar to anyone hoping to play football. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Busines...
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What does 1-0 win mean for Scotland's chances of qualification?
With eight third-place finishers advancing to the last 32, might three points be enough for Scotland to make history? Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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Why the US economy keeps defying the odds
Why has the American economy continued to outperform so many of its peers, despite facing the same global shocks? Newsiline summarises this report from BB...
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Why Haiti v Scotland was antidote to the ills of world football
It might have been nervy. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links readers to the original publisher for the full story.
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McGinn fires Scotland to first World Cup win for 36 years
John McGinn's goal was enough as Scotland beat Haiti 1-0 at the Boston Stadium to record their first win at a World Cup for 36 years. Newsiline summarises...
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New York Knicks win NBA championship for first time in over 50 years
The Knicks clinched the title against the San Antonio Spurs, 94-90, in the fifth game of the best-of-seven series. Newsiline summarises this report from B...
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McGinn 'beaming with pride' - and hopes kids around Scotland are too
Scotland's John McGinn says his "scuffed" goal which downed Haiti in their World Cup opener leaves him "beaming with pride". Newsiline summarises this rep...
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Has Vinicius Jr brilliance just papered over the Brazilian cracks?
Vinicius Jr scores a wonder goal to rescue his side but Brazil's performance against Morocco raises more questions than answers. Newsiline summarises this...
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McGinn gives Scotland the lead against Haiti
John McGinn puts Scotland 1-0 up against Haiti in their Group C opener at the Boston Stadium. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories...
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'Just listen to this!' - Scotland are back at the World Cup after 28 years
Scotland's players and fans sing Flower of Scotland at a World Cup for the first time in 28 years before their match against Haiti at the Boston Stadium....
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Nigerian author accuses hospital of stalling review into her son's death
Adichie's 21-month old son died in a Lagos hospital, which she says is trying to stop an inquest into the circumstances of his death. Newsiline summarises...
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Rate the players as Scotland face Haiti
Rate the Scotland and Haiti players out of 10 below and come back X minutes after full-time to see the final ratings. Newsiline summarises this report fro...
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New Yorkers celebrate a thrilling possibility: The Knicks could soon be champions
If the Knicks win the finals game on Saturday, they will become NBA champions, and their fans are already buzzing with excitement. Newsiline summarises th...
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Spectacular Vinicius Jr goal earns Brazil draw against Morocco
Vinicius Jr scores a spectacular solo goal to earn a draw for five-time winners Brazil against Morocco at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Newsiline summari...
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Jarvis says Labour must 'meet the moment' on defence spending
The new defence secretary tells the Sunday Telegraph he is determined to ensure the military gets "what they need". Newsiline summarises this report from...
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Does the UK have a blind spot on UFO sightings?
A campaigner is calling on the government to resume investigations into alleged encounters. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories a...
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For your ears only: How music brought the new James Bond game to life
The BBC went behind the scenes as the score for the blockbuster James Bond video game was recorded. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top S...
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As Trump turns 80, what's it really like to work as an octogenarian?
As President Donald Trump celebrates his birthday, we ask people who have worked into their 80s themselves about what it takes to keep going. Newsiline su...
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Russian families use AI to 'resurrect' loved ones killed in Ukraine
The highly controversial trend lies at the intersection of Russia's war on Ukraine, new AI technologies and grief. Newsiline summarises this report from B...
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Norway braces for verdict in rape trial of crown princess's son Høiby
Marius Borg Høiby will appear via video link, almost three months after his trial came to an end on 40 charges, including four counts of rape. Newsiline s...
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How Myles Smith turned five years of therapy notes into a debut album
Myles Smith's debut album looks back at the experiences that shaped him pre-fame. Newsiline summarises this report from BBC News - Top Stories and links r...
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Vinicius Jr scores 'lightning bolt' equaliser for Brazil
Brazil's Vinicius Jr fires home a "lightning bolt" of a strike to level up the scores in against Morocco in their Group C match in the 2026 World Cup. New...