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Watch: Ukrainian sea drone targets Russian tanker
This is the moment a naval drone purportedly heads directly towards a Russian tanker in the Kerch Straight, south of the Crimean Bridge. Unverified footage shared by a source at Ukraine’s security service shows what they say is the drone moving across the Black Sea, as it approaches the Russian vessel. Russian maritime officials said…
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Texas abortion ban temporarily lifted for medical emergencies
Women in Texas with serious pregnancy complications will be exempted from the southern US state’s abortion ban, a judge has ruled. Judge Jessica Mangrum said there was a lack of clarity in the legislation, siding with women and doctors who had sued Texas over the ban in March. Doctors would not be prosecuted when exercising…
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Russia says tanker hit in Ukrainian attack near Crimea
Reuters A Russian tanker has been hit in a Ukrainian attack in the Black Sea, Russia’s state-run news agency has said, quoting maritime officials. Tass said the vessel’s engine room was damaged in the overnight strike in the Kerch Strait. No-one was injured. Several Russian military bloggers say it was a Russian oil tanker that…
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Anna Netrebko: Top Russian soprano fired over war sues Met Opera
Getty Images Russian opera singer Anna Netrebko is suing New York City’s Metropolitan Opera, after she was dropped following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The internationally renowned soprano is suing the opera house and its manager for $360,000 in damages. Ms Netrebko has previously supported President Vladimir Putin – but did condemn the invasion after pressure…
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Jordan’s free speech boundaries tested with satire
AlHudood By Yolande Knell BBC News Middle East correspondent One of the most popular satirical websites in the Arab world has hit back after being banned in Jordan by poking fun at the country’s new planned censorship laws. AlHudood, meaning “the limits” or “the borders”, publishes articles and social media posts highlighting the absurdities of…
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Uganda paternity testing causes huge controversy
Tracy Nakubulwa By Priya Sippy BBC Focus on Africa podcast With reports of a sharp increase in the number of men in Uganda seeking paternity tests, fears are growing it could break up families and leave children psychologically scarred. The issue has been a hot topic of debate in the country since a tabloid newspaper…
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Starbucks Vietnam: Why the US chain cannot crack a coffee-loving nation
Getty Images By Thuong Le BBC Vietnamese Tu Anh Le loves going to the Starbucks at the buzzing heart of Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City. The 26-year-old and her friends dress up for the occasion and take selfies at the cafe. “Pictures at Starbucks make my Instagram look nicer,” says Tu Anh Le, who thinks…
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Joshua Sills: Philadelphia Eagles player acquitted of rape and kidnapping
Getty Images By Brandon Drenon BBC News, Washington A player for the NFL’s Philadelphia Eagles has been acquitted of rape and kidnap charges. Joshua Sills, 25, an offensive guard for the team, was found not guilty by a jury in Ohio following a five-day trial. “I have done nothing wrong, and I am glad that…
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Heartstopper creator Alice Oseman opens up about season 2
Netflix By Andrew Rogers BBC Newsbeat In its first season, Heartstopper received huge amounts of praise for showing what it’s like to come out when you’re young. Its diverse cast of characters showcased openly gay, bisexual and trans teenagers on-screen. And the show’s second season takes things a step further by including a character coming…
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Russia conscription laws change, leaving some fearful of Ukraine war call-up
RUSSIAN DEFENCE MINISTRY By Olga Ivshina BBC News Russia “Now I live in a state of constant fear. I can’t plan anything,” says Peter, 27. He is a salesman living in St Petersburg – but he is now at risk of being called up to fight as part of the Ukraine war. At the end…