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June 27, 2019
Heatwave puts Italy and France on highest weather alert

France's national weather service issued its highest-level danger alert as it warned that parts of the country could expect temperatures to reach an “exceptional peak” on Friday amid a record-setting...

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June 27, 2019
New whale trail to connect more than 30 island destinations

A whale trail described as the first of its kind in the UK has launched along the west coast of Scotland.

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June 27, 2019
Writer told us in 1990s she had been sexually assaulted by Trump, say friends

Two women have confirmed that the writer E Jean Carroll told them in the 1990s that she had been sexually assaulted by US President Donald Trump in the dressing room...

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June 27, 2019
FTSE 100 closes in the red ahead of crunch G20 summit

The FTSE 100 closed the day in the red after it failed to recover from a mid-morning slump, despite optimism from traders ahead of the G20 summit.

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June 27, 2019
Who to keep an eye on when assembling your 2019-20 Fantasy Premier League side

With the 2019-20 Fantasy Premier League having launched, managers are already eyeing up the prices of this season's players – but who should they be looking at?

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June 27, 2019
Wildfire rages in northeastern Spain as European heatwave continues

Hundreds of firefighters were struggling to contain a wildfire in northeastern Spain that has spread over 5,500 hectares (13,590 acres) and forced the evacuation of 53 residents.

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June 27, 2019
Philip Day to close offer on Bonmarche following trading update

Edinburgh Woollen Mill owner Philip Day has given notice that he will close his offer to acquire womenswear retailer Bonmarche, following an update on the state of the business.

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June 27, 2019
Teenager catches toddler who fell from an open window in Istanbul

Security camera footage has been taken of 17-year-old Feuzi Zabaat catching a toddler as she fell from a second-floor open window in Istanbul.

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June 27, 2019
Starbucks UK plunges to loss on store closures and cost rises

Starbucks UK has slumped to an annual loss for the first time since 2013, after it was weighed down by cost increases and store closures.

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June 27, 2019
Kevin Spacey sued over alleged groping at island bar

A man who accused Kevin Spacey of groping him at a resort island bar in the US in 2016 has filed a lawsuit against the actor.

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June 27, 2019
Animals get inventive to keep cool during heatwave

Animals have been getting inventive to try and keep cool during the heatwave.

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June 27, 2019
In Pictures: Glastonbury from above offers unique festival perspective

Tens of thousands of people will be on the ground at Glastonbury this summer, but the sheer scale of the festival is perhaps best appreciated from above.

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June 27, 2019
Former Trump campaign boss Manafort to face further charges

US President Donald Trump's imprisoned former campaign chairman Paul Manafort is set to be arraigned on state mortgage fraud charges.

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June 27, 2019
Couple celebrate wedding in front of hundreds at Glastonbury

A couple have celebrated their wedding with hundreds of people at Glastonbury Festival – with their reception taking place where they became engaged two years ago.

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June 27, 2019
Halfords rides to the rescue after five-year-old’s bike stolen

A five-year-old girl has been given a new bicycle by Halfords after hers was stolen from outside her house.

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June 27, 2019
Ford to cut 12,000 jobs in Europe

Carmaker Ford has said it is shedding 12,000 jobs in Europe to increase profitability, as part of a global trend of cost cutting by automakers facing shifting consumer tastes and...

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June 27, 2019
Boots records drop in third-quarter high street sales

Sales at Boots dropped in the third quarter, the chemist chain's owner has said.

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June 27, 2019
Legal & General strikes £4bn housing partnership deal with Oxford University

Legal & General has secured a £4 billion real estate partnership with the University of Oxford.

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June 27, 2019
Nine injured in twin suicide attacks targeting police in Tunis

Twin suicide attacks targeting security forces have struck Tunisia's capital, killing a patrol officer and injuring at least eight people.

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June 27, 2019
Officer killed as suicide bombers strike in Tunisia’s capital

Twin suicide bombings targeting security forces struck Tunisia's capital, killing a patrol officer and injuring at least eight people.

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June 27, 2019
End for ‘Song-Song couple’ as South Korean TV stars seek divorce

South Korean superstar couple Song Joong-ki and Song Hye-kyo are seeking a divorce to end their celebrity marriage of less than two years.

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June 27, 2019
Bomb threat forces Air India passenger jet to land at London Stansted Airport

RAF scrambled quick reaction alert Typhoon aircraft to escort Mumbair-Newark plane to airport.

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June 27, 2019
The Hut Group snaps up former Jamie’s Italian site for high street debut

Beauty and wellness giant The Hut Group (THG) has snapped up a former Jamie's Italian to open its first venture into bricks-and-mortar shopping.

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June 27, 2019
The Hut Group snaps up former Jamie’s Italian site for retail space

Beauty and wellness giant The Hut Group (THG) has snapped up a former Jamie's Italian to open its first bricks-and-mortar shop.

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June 27, 2019
Call for new safety standards to prevent deaths from button batteries

The death of a child who swallowed a button battery has led to recommendations for new safety standards and guidance for emergency health workers.

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June 27, 2019
Pitbull with a selfie on her ear finds online fame

A two-year-old pitbull terrier has found online fame because she has a selfie on her ear.

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June 27, 2019
Two pilots killed as plane skids off runway in Siberia

Two pilots have been killed and 31 passengers injured in a plane accident in eastern Siberia, local officials said.

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June 27, 2019
Fewer markdowns pay off for H&M Group

Clothing giant H&M has reported an increase in sales during the first half, as its efforts to reduce the level of discounted items paid off.

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June 27, 2019
Serco shares jump after it nudges 2019 revenue expectations higher

Outsourcing firm Serco has seen shares jump after it hailed strong revenue growth as it continued its turnaround following years of decline.

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June 27, 2019
New software glitch found in Boeing’s troubled 737 Max jet

A new software problem has been found in the troubled Boeing 737 Max that is almost certain to further delay the plane's return to flying after two deadly crashes.

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June 27, 2019
Japan warns UK prime minister hopefuls Boris Johnson and Jeremy Hunt against no-deal Brexit

Japan has publicly cautioned the two candidates vying to replace UK Prime Minister Theresa May that Japanese investment could leave the country if there is a no-deal Brexit, urging Boris...

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June 27, 2019
Japan warns UK prime minister hopefuls Boris Johnson and Jeremy Hunt against no-deal Brexit

Japan has publicly cautioned the two candidates vying to replace UK Prime Minister Theresa May that Japanese investment could leave the country if there is a no-deal Brexit, urging Boris...

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June 27, 2019
Australian student missing in North Korea after failing to contact family

The Australian government is "urgently seeking clarification" on reports that one of its citizens has been detained in North Korea.

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June 27, 2019
Boss of car dealer Pendragon quits after less than three months

Struggling car dealer Pendragon has been rocked by new chief executive Mark Herbert driving off into the sunset less than three months after taking the top job.

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June 27, 2019
Millennials and vegans driving health kick at Greene King

Pubs group Greene King is hoping to cash in on the growing popularity of veganism, as new boss Nick Mackenzie vowed to offer more vegan meals on menus.

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June 27, 2019
Four orphaned baby skunks rescued by police officers in New York

Four orphaned baby skunks have been taken to a wildlife centre after they were found on Tuesday by police officers in New York.

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June 27, 2019
Woman (21) killed by sharks while on family holiday

An American woman on holiday in the Bahamas has been killed by sharks.

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June 27, 2019
Wayne Rooney scores from 70 yards as DC United beat Orlando

Wayne Rooney's superb strike from his own half proved to be the difference as DC United returned to winning ways against Orlando City.

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June 27, 2019
Angela Merkel seen shaking again at event in Berlin

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has appeared unsteady and shaking for the second time in 10 days.

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June 27, 2019
Superdry postpones results after boardroom clear-out

Retailer Superdry has delayed releasing its annual results as it grapples with charges relating to store changes and its recent boardroom clear-out following the return of the company's founder.

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