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Four astronauts returned to Earth after a 5-month mission on the International Space Station. The SpaceX capsule carrying them landed in the Pacific Ocean near Southern California. The crew was sent to replace Boeing's Starliner test pilots whose mission was extended due to technical issues.
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Four astronauts came back from space after a 5-month stay at the International Space Station (ISS).
They landed in a SpaceX capsule that parachuted into the Pacific Ocean near Southern California.
The crew included NASA’s Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers, Japan’s Takuya Onishi, and Russia’s Kirill Peskov.
They went to the ISS in March to replace NASA astronauts who got stuck because of Boeing's Starliner problems.
Boeing's capsule failed, so NASA asked it to return without people, and the astronauts switched to SpaceX.
This splashdown was SpaceX’s third human return to the Pacific Ocean, a rare event for NASA astronauts in the last 50 years.
SpaceX moved capsule landings to the Pacific to avoid debris falling in populated regions.
The last Pacific landing by NASA astronauts was in 1975 during the Apollo-Soyuz mission.
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Mallary Tenore Tarpley, a writer, shares her experiences with an eating disorder in her new book. She talks about her journey and how she has learned to live with her condition without fully recovering. The book discusses the pressure of diet culture and the importance of accepting setbacks as part of recovery.
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Mallary Tenore Tarpley lost her mother to breast cancer at the age of 11.
She began restricting food after exposure to societal beauty standards and a school health class.
At 13, doctors diagnosed her with anorexia nervosa, a serious eating disorder.
She spent much of her teenage years in treatment facilities.
There has been a recent resurgence of diet culture, impacting people with eating disorders.
Tarpley writes about living in a "middle place" between sickness and recovery.
Her book, "SLIP: Life in the Middle of Eating Disorder Recovery," combines personal stories with research.
Tarpley discusses the need for more realistic approaches to recovery, allowing for setbacks.
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Thousands of people protested in Sicily against a plan to build the world's longest suspension bridge, connecting Sicily to the Italian mainland. The proposed bridge, supported by the government, faces opposition due to concerns about its size, environmental impact, earthquake danger, and mafia involvement. The bridge is set to reduce travel time across the Strait of Messina and boost the economy, but critics remain skeptical.
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About 10,000 people marched in Messina, Sicily, protesting the bridge plan.
The bridge would be the world's longest single-span bridge and cost about €13.5 billion ($15.7 billion).
The bridge is designed to be 3.7 kilometers long, with a suspended section of 3.3 kilometers.
Concerns include earthquake risks, environmental damage, and potential mafia involvement.
The Italian government plans the bridge to boost the southern Italy economy and create up to 120,000 jobs annually.
Construction is planned to start in 2026, with completion around 2032-2033, after preliminary work in late 2023.
The bridge aims to cut ferry travel time from 100 minutes to 10 minutes.
Environmental groups oppose the project, worrying about its effect on migratory birds.
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European leaders expressed support for planned talks between U.S. President Trump and Russian President Putin aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. The leaders emphasized that Ukraine should not lose territory as a result of these talks and pledged continued military and financial support for Ukraine. European officials also proposed a ceasefire and reciprocal territorial agreements as parts of a peace plan.
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U.S. President Donald Trump plans to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss ending the Ukraine war.
European leaders support the talks but stress Ukraine should not be forced to give up land.
The U.S. meeting with Putin is planned to take place in Alaska.
European leaders pledged ongoing military and financial support to Ukraine.
They emphasized that any peace deal must secure Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
European officials suggested a ceasefire should occur before other steps in peace talks.
Ukraine stated it will not agree to territorial concessions to Russia.
Talks included U.S. and European officials, showing international involvement in the peace process.
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An undercover reporter from BBC News spent a year investigating a migrant-smuggling gang between France and the UK. The journalist posed as a migrant to infiltrate the gang and gather evidence, resulting in an arrest in Birmingham, UK. The investigation revealed details about the gang's operations and their attempts to smuggle migrants across the English Channel.
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The BBC conducted a year-long undercover investigation into a migrant-smuggling gang operating between France and the UK.
A reporter posed as a migrant and used a secret camera to gather evidence about the gang's activities.
The investigation led to the arrest of one person in Birmingham, UK.
The journalist met with a senior member of the gang in a forest near Dunkirk, France.
The smuggling gang is involved in transporting migrants across the English Channel.
The undercover reporter used a false identity and described the operation as dangerous.
The reporter's efforts were supported by a team of advisors who ensured his safety during the investigation.
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European countries emphasize that Ukraine must be part of any peace talks with Russia. There is concern over a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska that might exclude Ukraine. European leaders stress that international borders should not change by force and continue to support Ukraine against Russia.
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European countries assert Ukraine should be included in any peace talks with Russia.
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin plan to meet in Alaska; Ukraine is not currently included.
European leaders, including those from the UK, France, and Germany, released a joint statement supporting Ukraine's involvement.
President Zelensky criticized ideas of territorial swaps as a solution, calling them unacceptable.
Reports suggest the U.S. may consider a proposal with Russia regarding the Donbas region and Crimea.
European leaders emphasize that international borders should not be changed by force.
Talks between Trump and European leaders include discussions on a possible peace plan involving reciprocal territorial decisions.
France's President Macron and other European leaders call for Europe's inclusion in any peace negotiations, noting their security concerns.
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On August 10, Russian forces carried out drone attacks in Ukraine's Kherson region, resulting in multiple casualties. Additionally, Ukrainian officials and foreign leaders are responding to potential peace negotiations, with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy rejecting any land concessions to Russia.
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Russian drone attacks in Ukraine's Kherson region killed at least two people and injured several others.
An attack in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region killed a 56-year-old woman and injured a man.
In the Donetsk region, Russian attacks resulted in four deaths and nine injuries.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is against giving up any land in peace talks with Russia.
U.S. President Trump and Russian President Putin plan to meet in Alaska on August 15, where territorial discussions may occur.
European leaders expressed support for Ukraine and emphasized that borders should not be changed by force.
The UK and France pledged continued support for Ukraine and endorsed efforts for peace talks.
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Thousands of people in Bangladesh celebrated the anniversary of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina's departure. The interim government, led by Muhammad Yunus, proposed plans for a "New Bangladesh," but challenges remain, including violence and social unrest. There is ongoing tension over women's rights and the influence of Islamist hardliners.
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People in Bangladesh celebrated the anniversary of the former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina stepping down.
Muhammad Yunus heads the interim government planning for change in Bangladesh.
Some activists refer to the events as the "second liberation" of the country.
Over the past year, Bangladesh has faced challenges like mob violence and religious extremism.
Rights groups have reported incidents of lynching and revenge attacks.
Islamist hardliners have opposed efforts for women's rights and have been involved in street protests.
Women's rights proposals faced backlash from groups like Hefazat-e-Islam.
Former Prime Minister Hasina is in exile and denies accusations against her.
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European leaders are working on a new plan for peace in Ukraine, which is mentioned alongside news of ongoing protests in London related to Palestine. Over 400 people were arrested during these protests, highlighting rising tensions. Meanwhile, other protests in the UK focus on immigration policies, and various newspapers report on different related issues.
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European leaders are developing a peace plan for Ukraine ahead of Donald Trump's meeting with Vladimir Putin.
Over 400 people were arrested during a Palestine Action protest in London.
An elderly protester was notably carried away by police during the demonstration.
A former Guantanamo Bay detainee is among those facing charges related to the protest.
Thousands of riot police are preparing for more protests across the UK.
Additional protests occurred against housing migrants in hotels, citing taxpayer expense concerns.
Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick expressed concerns about safety related to illegal migrants.
A Labour MP, Alex Davies-Jones, proposed deporting foreign criminals to reduce costs and prioritize victims.
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Ali Akbar, France's last newspaper hawker, is set to receive the Order of Merit from President Emmanuel Macron for his contributions to French culture. Akbar has been selling newspapers in Paris for over 50 years, and despite the digital age reducing demand, he continues to enjoy his work. He has become a beloved figure in his neighborhood, Saint-Germain.
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Ali Akbar is France's last newspaper hawker and has been working for over 50 years.
President Emmanuel Macron, once a customer, will award him the Order of Merit.
Akbar began selling newspapers in Paris in 1973, when there were 35 to 40 hawkers.
He currently sells around 30 newspapers a day, compared to 80 in the past.
The rise of digital media has decreased newspaper sales significantly.
Akbar values the independence and joy his job provides.
He is a well-known and liked figure in the Saint-Germain neighborhood of Paris.
Akbar originally came from Rawalpindi and settled in France in the early 1970s.
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The residents of Pampa Clemesí, a village in southern Peru, live next to the country's largest solar complex but do not have access to electricity from it. While the solar plant generates a significant amount of electricity, the village remains disconnected from the power grid due to incomplete infrastructure projects.
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Pampa Clemesí is near the Rubí and Clemesí solar plants in Peru, which form the country's largest solar complex.
None of the village's 150 residents have access to the national power grid.
Some residents received solar panels from the plant's operator but lack the equipment to use them.
The Rubí plant produces about 440 GWh of electricity annually, enough for 351,000 homes.
Orygen, the plant operator, has invested $800,000 in infrastructure for the village but the government has not completed the necessary connections.
The Ministry of Mines and Energy is supposed to finish the connection by laying additional wiring, but work has not started.
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The article discusses the complexities of cultural identity, using Ed Sheeran as an example. Despite being born in England, Sheeran identifies as "culturally Irish" due to his Irish heritage and upbringing. This raises questions about what it means to be Irish culturally, especially among people with mixed backgrounds.
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Ed Sheeran, born in England, describes himself as "culturally Irish."
Sheeran's Irish heritage includes Irish grandparents and an Irish parent.
He spent childhood holidays in Ireland and holds an Irish passport.
Some critics question his claim of Irish identity as being convenient.
Others say Sheeran's situation reflects the experience of many second-generation Irish in the UK.
The discussion ties into broader themes of identity and citizenship beyond birthplaces.
In Northern Ireland, cultural identity can be complex due to historical and political factors.
The changing acceptance of dual British and Irish identities is noted, especially post-Good Friday Agreement.
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A rare meteorite from Mars found in Niger was sold for $4.3 million at an auction in New York. The government of Niger is questioning the legality of its export and is investigating to find out more. Sotheby's auction house claims all procedures were followed correctly.
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A Martian meteorite discovered in Niger was sold for $4.3 million in New York.
The meteorite is the largest piece of Mars found on Earth.
The buyer and seller of the meteorite remain anonymous.
The government of Niger questions the legality of the meteorite's export and is investigating.
Sotheby's auction house states they followed all legal procedures for the sale.
Only about 400 of 50,000 known meteorites are from Mars, making this find rare.
The meteorite, named NWA 16788, was initially found in Niger's Sahara Desert.
The meteorite was displayed in Italy before being auctioned in New York.
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The new version of "War of the Worlds," starring Ice Cube, has been reviewed as a poor film but has gained interest for being "so bad it's good." Some viewers are drawn to its flaws, finding it both bad and entertaining. The movie has moved to a score of 4% on Rotten Tomatoes after a positive review.
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The new "War of the Worlds" movie features Ice Cube and centers on alien invasion.
Critics have given it very low scores, with an initial 0% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Despite poor reviews, some people find bad movies entertaining and intriguing.
The film was made during the pandemic, affecting its storyline and production style.
It features Ice Cube working from his desk, watching the action on his computer screen.
The movie includes a subplot involving Amazon drones that some viewers find absurd.
One critic's positive review raised its Rotten Tomatoes score from 0% to 4%.
Films considered "bad" can develop cult followings for their unique entertainment value.
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Protesters in Jerusalem marched toward Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's residence to express their disagreement with Israel's actions in Gaza. The protests, which included former soldiers, happened in multiple cities across Israel. The Israeli plan for Gaza has faced criticism from the United Nations and countries like the UK, France, and Canada.
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Protesters in Jerusalem are upset about Israel's plan for Gaza.
Former soldiers participated, saying they oppose Netanyahu's "political war."
Protests also occurred in other Israeli cities, including Haifa and Tel Aviv.
Israel's expanded war in Gaza has drawn criticism from the UN and several countries.
Germany decided to stop military exports to Israel because of the Gaza conflict.
Israel's security cabinet has proposed steps like disarming Hamas and setting up a new civil government in Gaza.
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New plans in the UK aim to deport foreign criminals right after they receive a prison sentence. This means they might not serve their full sentence in the UK. The rule would apply to fixed-term sentences, and some criminals could be freed in their new country.
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Foreign criminals may be deported immediately after they get sentenced in the UK.
The decision about serving sentences abroad will be up to the destination country.
Foreign offenders represent about 12% of the UK prison population.
The UK spends around £54,000 a year per prisoner.
Life-sentence criminals like terrorists will serve full terms in the UK before possible deportation.
Prison governors will decide on deportation after sentencing.
New law could apply to those already in prison, starting deportations immediately.
Deportations aim to save taxpayer money and improve public safety.
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Chad's former prime minister and opposition leader, Succes Masra, received a 20-year prison sentence for inciting violence through hateful messages. Masra plans to appeal the decision, and his supporters have vowed to continue their activism.
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Succes Masra, Chad's former prime minister, is sentenced to 20 years in prison.
He was found guilty of inciting violence and spreading hate messages.
Masra plans to appeal the court's decision.
The charges relate to clashes in May that left 35 people dead and 6 injured.
Masra leads the Transformers party and is a critic of Chad's President Mahamat Deby.
Masra and 67 co-defendants are mostly from the Ngambaye ethnic group.
The Ngambaye group is popular in the south of Chad, where people feel marginalized.
Masra returned to Chad under an amnesty in 2024 after initially leaving following a crackdown on his followers.
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Liverpool's Mohamed Salah criticized Uefa for not mentioning the circumstances of the death of Palestinian footballer Suleiman al-Obeid, who was reportedly killed in an Israeli attack. The Palestinian Football Association stated that Obeid died while waiting for aid in Gaza. Salah has spoken before about the need for humanitarian aid in Gaza.
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Mohamed Salah is a forward for Liverpool and internationally plays for Egypt.
He criticized Uefa for a social media tribute that did not mention how Suleiman al-Obeid died.
Obeid was reportedly killed in an Israeli attack while waiting for aid in Gaza.
Obeid was a well-known Palestinian footballer with over 100 career goals.
Uefa referred to Obeid as the "Palestinian Pele" in their tribute.
The conflict between Israel and Gaza has resulted in significant casualties.
Salah has previously called for humanitarian aid to be allowed into Gaza.
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Haiti has declared a three-month state of emergency in parts of the country due to increasing gang violence. The government hopes this will help tackle the insecurity affecting citizens and address the agricultural and food crisis. Despite efforts, including a UN-supported police mission, the violence remains severe, particularly in the capital, Port-au-Prince, and other regions.
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Haiti's government declared a state of emergency in the West, Centre, and Artibonite regions.
The emergency aims to combat rising gang violence and address food and agricultural issues.
The violence worsened after the assassination of President Jovenel Moise in July 2021.
Nearly 1.3 million people have been displaced in Haiti due to the violence.
From October 2024 to June 2023, approximately 4,864 people were killed due to the unrest.
A UN-supported mission led by Kenya has not yet restored peace.
Many areas, especially in Port-au-Prince, are controlled by armed groups.
Andre Jonas Vladimir Paraison was appointed as interim director of Haiti’s National Police to enhance security efforts.
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A BBC reporter participates in learning tricks from performers at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The event is part of a famous arts festival that takes place annually in Edinburgh, Scotland.
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The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is an annual arts festival held in Edinburgh, Scotland.
A BBC reporter engaged with performers to learn new performance skills.
The Fringe Festival features a wide range of acts, including comedy and circus performances.
The festival is known for its diverse range of performances and attracts international attention.
The event is popular with performers and audiences globally, making it a significant cultural event.
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