The Independent
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War and accumulating sand threaten Sudan’s Meroe pyramids, in photos
Sudan’s ongoing war is threatening the integrity of its ancient Meroe pyramids, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its unique and angular architecture, as preservation efforts have completely halted.
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PHOTO ESSAY: Crop-raiding monkeys threaten Nepal's farming communities
Monkeys are becoming one of the most persistent and destructive enemies of farmers in Nepal.
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Greece’s wildfires force thousands to flee – locals, tourists and pets
Calls for a dedicated European Union animal rescue service and funding to address the problem of wildfires
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2 soldiers killed in Lebanon in the first Israeli deaths since June truce with Hezbollah
The Israeli military said two of its soldiers were killed in combat in southern Lebanon in the first Israeli deaths since the implementation of a shaky truce between Israel and the Iran-backed Lebanese militant group Hezbollah in June
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Who is Joshua Bonehill-Paine? The former neo-Nazi activist to stand for the Tories
Kemi Badenoch has defended the decision
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Ukraine live: Explosive drone at German airport marks ‘new threat’, minister warns
Drone found in close proximity to a Ukrainian cargo plane at Leipzig/Halle airport
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Professor Jason Arday’s letter in full after Cambridge resignation over plagiarism
‘The relentless accusations, speculation and public commentary have taken a profound toll on me and on those I love’, Professor Arday said
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Three things you can do in middle age to hold off dementia, according to the experts
Those who had none of the risk factors in the study lived without developing dementia nearly 13 years longer than those who had all three
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Hiroshima marks 81st atomic bomb anniversary as mayor deplores the pursuit of nuclear weapons
Hiroshima is marking the 81st anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing of the city during World War II
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Exhaustion, low morale plague USS Lincoln crew outside Iran, family members say
‘Apparently, the ship’s doctor or therapist said they need to hit port soon or people are going to start, you know, losing their minds,’ says Bonnie York, whose stepson serves on the carrier
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Asian shares are mostly lower as Kospi falls 4% and tech giants decline on Wall Street
Asian shares are mostly lower and South Korea's Kospi dropped more than 4% following declines for some Big Tech giants on Wall Street
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Human ancestor fossils unearthed in Spain point to grim secret of first Europeans
Findings shed light on the biology, social relationships, and behaviour of Homo antecessor
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The real reason SpaceX shares are tanking after rocket smashes into moon
The first financial report released by Elon Musk’s space and AI firm is having a bigger impact back on Earth
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Climate change contributed to big Canada fires, study says as Trump blames mismanagement
A new study calculates that human-caused climate change doubled the likelihood of the tinderbox weather conditions that sparked Canada’s massive summer wildfires
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Iran president says interaction with supreme leader Khamenei is ‘very difficult’
Masoud Pezeshkian makes cryptic comment in state television interview
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Climate change squeezes Malaysian durian growers as they chase China's booming market
Malaysian durian farmers face challenges as climate change impacts their crops
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Federal judge lets Utah enforce its anti-gambling laws on the prediction market Kalshi
Utah can enforce its strict anti-gambling laws on prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket under a federal court ruling
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Mike Lindell quits MyPillow so he can focus on his run for Minnesota governor
‘Minnesota deserves my full attention, and that's exactly what I'm giving it,’ the pro-Trump businessman said
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Gianni Infantino gets internal support at crisis meeting to remain as FIFA president
FIFA says it has apologized for errors made over Gianni Infantino’s failed plan to sell stakes in the World Cup and that senior staff in attendance at a summit held in Morocco “reaffirmed their full support” for his presidency
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Three charged with threats linked to Nolan Wells investigation
None of the three appear to know Wells, his family or be part of the investigation
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This African city thought cable cars could fix its traffic gridlock. It was wrong
Madagascar's capital hoped to solve its traffic gridlock with a cable car system that carried commuters above it
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Iran-US war live: Tehran says deal agreed to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Agreement with Oman would reportedly give Tehran control over ships entering waterway
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Trump confronted Hegseth at Camp David over Iran munitions shortage, report says
The Pentagon chief reportedly blamed his deputy, Stephen Feinberg, for not making sure the president was fully informed of the issue
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Trump admin moves to shut down Kentucky organ donation group over safety concerns
RFK Jr accused the nonprofit of ‘persistent safety failures’
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US suspends avocado inspections in Mexican state on Michoacan due to threat
The United States says it has suspended all government operations in the Mexican state of Michoacan because of a “threat to U.S. interests,” including the inspections of avocados required for their export
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Universal Studios Hollywood visitors warned after measles exposure
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health confirmed that anyone present at the theme park on Sunday, July 26, may have been exposed
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NHS must prepare for annual heatwave crises in the same way as winter flu season
England is on track for a record number of deaths caused by heatwaves this year
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Erica Schwartz confirmed as CDC director – agency’s first permanent leader in a year
The agency has lost more than a quarter of its workforce since Trump’s return to office last year
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DC gallery moves to protect artwork from Freedom 250 Grand Prix
The National Gallery sits in the middle of the 1.7-mile-long racecourse
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Mounjaro could reduce heart attack risks for diabetes patients, study says
Those receiving the drug were found to be 33 per cent less likely to suffer a heart attack when compared to patients on another type 2 diabetes medication
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Q&A: Ms. Lauryn Hill on the Diaspora Calling! festival in the UK, the Fugees' legacy and D'Angelo
Ms. Lauryn Hill is bringing her Diaspora Calling
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Brits forced to sleep in kitchens to cope with hot weather in ‘heat trap’ homes
Citizens Advice said millions of people across the UK are ‘trapped in homes they can’t cool’
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Legal aid groups alarmed as Trump administration awards $150M migrant child contract to Texas firm
Legal aid groups are raising concerns after the Trump administration awarded a $150 million contract to a small Texas law firm with limited experience in immigration law
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Here’s what Abdul El-Sayed’s narrow victory means for the next set of progressives
Abdul El-Sayed just won by the skin of his teeth. His victory proves that the Bernie brand is far from unpopular in the Midwest, but that progressives will still have to climb mountains to win, writes John Bowden
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Texas judge rules that law regulating firearm suppressors and some guns can't be enforced
A Texas judge has struck down the National Firearms Act to knock regulations on firearm suppressors and some guns
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Trump attacks Michigan Democrat Abdul El-Sayed after progressive’s primary win
The president accused El-Sayed of being part of a wave of Democratic ‘communists’ who would harm America if elected
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Senators warn that prediction market betting on wildfires may influence arson
Democratic lawmakers are sounding the alarm over betting on natural disasters, arguing that it both increases the risk of criminal activity and is morally wrong
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Some ‘high strength’ omega-3 supplements contain ‘surprisingly low’ amounts
Which? nutrition experts assessed 24 omega-3 supplements against the Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition guidance.
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Small Georgia convenience chain hits back at Buc-ee’s over beaver mascot lawsuit
Teddy’s Market argues motorists are unlikely to confuse a local neighborhood gas station with a massive travel center
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‘Interaction’ with Iran’s supreme leader very difficult, president admits
Masoud Pezeshkian makes cryptic comment in state television interview
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Fuego volcano activity that triggered evacuations in Guatemala is decreasing, but risks remain
Guatemalan authorities say activity at the Fuego volcano is gradually decreasing after it began two days ago
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15 states now linked to iceberg lettuce cyclospora outbreak, CDC says
Parasitic illness cases in 15 states have been linked to iceberg lettuce
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Two dead and one hurt after suspect opens fire on family at their North Carolina home
One victim was taken to the hospital to be treated for a gunshot wound, police said
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Miliband says UK and US are ‘closest allies’ but ducks questions on Trump criticism
The Foreign Secretary thanked Marco Rubio for a “warm, productive meeting” at the US State Department
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The top photos of the day by AP photojournalists
From front-page news to powerful moments you may have missed, this gallery showcases today's top photos chosen by Associated Press photo editors.
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Mike Lindell quits MyPillow so he can focus on his run for Minnesota governor
‘Minnesota deserves my full attention, and that's exactly what I'm giving it,’ the pro-Trump businessman said
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Judge dismisses Alex Murdaugh lawsuit seeking $600K from former clerk
Murdaugh sued Becky Hill in May, claiming she violated his right to a fair trial in the deaths of his wife and son
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Exhaustion, low morale plague USS Lincoln crew outside Iran, family members say
‘Apparently, the ship’s doctor or therapist said they need to hit port soon or people are going to start, you know, losing their minds,’ says Bonnie York, whose stepson serves on the carrier
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White House declassifies FBI investigation into whether Trump was Russian asset
The FBI later dropped the investigation in 2019 around the conclusion of the Mueller probe
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Heatwaves causing cucumbers to become curvy and more expensive, experts warn
As England and Wales marked the driest July on record, farmers have warned there will
