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May 13, 2019
Arizona police called to a loose emu roaming the streets

Police in Arizona, US, have returned an emu back to its owner after the bird was found wandering the area.

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May 13, 2019
Freight firm boss ‘over the moon’ after setting tuk tuk land speed record

An Essex man has said he is “over the moon” after setting a new tuk tuk land speed record, having purchased the three-wheeled Thai vehicle during a “boozy night on...

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May 13, 2019
China hits back in trade war with US

China has announced it is raising tariffs on 60 billion dollars (£46 billion) of US goods in retaliation for the latest hike in American tariffs on its exports.

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May 13, 2019
On the lookout for a summer job? Bartender wanted to serve pints in Caribbean paradise

One lucky bartender is being offered the dream summer job, serving pints at a bar in the middle of the Caribbean Sea.

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May 13, 2019
Bartender wanted to serve pints in Caribbean paradise

One lucky bartender is being offered the dream summer job, serving pints at a bar in the middle of the Caribbean Sea.

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May 13, 2019
Hollywood star Doris Day dies aged 97

Doris Day, whose wholesome screen presence stood for a time of innocence in films in the 1960s, has died aged 97.

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May 13, 2019
University library in Australia evacuates hundreds due to strong-smelling fruit

Around 550 people were evacuated from The University of Canberra Library after a suspected gas leak turned out to be a particularly smelly piece of fruit.

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May 13, 2019
Mercedes send F1 car to home of terminally ill boy who inspired Hamilton

Mercedes have arranged for their Formula One car to be sent to the home of a terminally ill boy who Lewis Hamilton said inspired him to victory in Spain.

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May 13, 2019
Swedish investigation into rape allegation against Assange will be reopened

Swedish prosecutors are to reopen an investigation into a rape allegation against WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, deputy director of prosecutions Eva-Marie Persson announced.

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May 13, 2019
Angling Direct hails record sales catch, despite losses after heavy investment

Fishing retailer Angling Direct has revealed it swung to an annual loss after investing in new stores and online, but cheered record sales after a “transformational” year.

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May 13, 2019
Goals Soccer Centres boss quits to lead British Olympic Association

The boss of five-a-side football pitch business Goals Soccer Centres has announced his plan to leave the firm, two months after its shares were suspended over accounting errors worth roughly...

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May 13, 2019
Fans surprised by Jodie Comer’s Scouse accent as she picks up Bafta Award

Killing Eve proved to be the big winner at Sunday's Bafta TV Awards, with its star Jodie Comer shedding tears as she was named best actress.

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May 13, 2019
Strong winds and rain pound Balkans region

Stormy winds have uprooted trees, knocked over traffic lights and disrupted travel in Croatia, injuring two people and prompting authorities to advise people to stay indoors.

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May 13, 2019
E.On UK earnings dragged down by energy price cap

Energy giant E.On's UK earnings have dived after it was dragged down by the impact of the energy price cap.

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May 13, 2019
One killed, two injured in shootings near Trump resort in Florida

Police are investigating a fatal shooting near one of US president Donald Trump's resorts in Florida.

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May 13, 2019
Swedish officials to decide on whether to reopen Assange rape case

Swedish prosecutors are set to reveal whether they will reopen a rape case against WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, a month after he was removed from the Ecuadorian embassy in London.

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May 13, 2019
Drop in deaths takes toll on Dignity

Funeral provider Dignity has warned over a hit from a 22,000 drop in the number of deaths so far in 2019.

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May 13, 2019
New Zealand begins inquiry into Christchurch’s mosques massacre

An inquiry into Christchurch's mosques shooting massacre began hearing evidence on Monday, as New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern prepared to co-host a meeting in France that seeks global support...

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May 13, 2019
Conor McGregor trial over alleged robbery of fan’s phone due to begin in Florida

THE trial of MMA fighter Conor McGregor over the alleged robbery of a fan's mobile phone is due to begin in Florida this morning.

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May 13, 2019
Argentinian politician dies three days after shooting

Argentinian politician Hector Olivares has died three days after being seriously wounded in a gun attack that also killed a provincial official.

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May 13, 2019
North Korean cargo ship seized by US inspected in American Samoa

A North Korean cargo ship seized by the US on suspicion of violating international sanctions will undergo an inspection after it arrived at the capital of American Samoa.

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May 13, 2019
ANC ‘will purge its deviant tendencies’ in graft crackdown

South Africa's president has vowed to purge his party of "bad and deviant tendencies" as he prepares to appoint a new cabinet following a victory in national elections.

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May 13, 2019
Actress calls for ‘sex strike’ over new laws on abortion

Actress Alyssa Milano has caused a storm with a tweet calling for women to join her in a sex strike to protest against strict abortion bans in the US.

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May 13, 2019
Boeing crash payouts linked to victims’ final minutes

Settlements to the families of 346 people who died in the two catastrophic Boeing Max plane crashes will be calculated in part by how long the victims knew they were...

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May 13, 2019
Defiant Sri Lankan Catholics return to Mass ‘in sad but happy moment’

Catholics in Sri Lanka yesterday held regular Sunday Masses for the first time since Easter Sunday's suicide bombings, claimed by Isil, that killed 158 people and injured 500.

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May 13, 2019
Meghan pays sweet tribute to all mothers

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have released a photo of their newborn baby's feet to mark Mother's Day in the US.

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May 13, 2019
New Schumacher documentary has co-operation of his family

Formula One great Michael Schumacher will be the subject of a documentary about his life, the film's executive producers say.

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May 13, 2019
Pilot saves 89 as he lands plane without front wheels

A hero pilot landed his plane without front wheels, saving the lives of 89 people during an emergency at Mandalay International Airport in Myanmar.

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May 13, 2019
Pontiff’s comments show that women still second class – priests

Pope Francis's comments on women deacons show the Catholic Church is a "men's church", according to the Association of Catholic Priests (ACP).

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May 13, 2019
Pope finally gives his blessing to Medjugorje pilgrims

Pope Francis has given his blessing to pilgrimages to Medjugorje, even though he has yet to confirm the authenticity of the Virgin Mary's appearance at the Bosnian shrine.

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