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Ben & Jerry’s will stop selling its ice cream in the occupied Palestinian territories. The company said sales in the territories are “inconsistent with our values”, adding that the move reflected the concerns of “fans and trusted partners”. The West Bank and east Jerusalem have been under Israeli control since 1967 and there is growing
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At least 170 people have now died following “historic” flooding across Germany and Belgium – with fears the death toll could keep rising. The search and rescue operation is continuing as the deadly flood waters recede and debris is cleared. Days of torrential downpours left rivers severely overflowing, leading to waters surging through streets –
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At least 92 people have been killed and dozens are missing after catastrophic flooding across Germany and Belgium, which has left several villages cut off and sparked fears that a dam could burst. Officials have warned that communities in both countries “are still in danger” following Thursday’s catastrophe, with German Chancellor Angela Merkel expecting “many”
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Officials in Australia are describing shark attacks as “interactions” or “negative encounters” as part of a new strategy for helping the animals to be more understood. The change in language is part of an effort to overhaul public perception of the threatened species, with authorities and scientists keen to change their long-standing image as deadly,
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Brazil’s president has been admitted to hospital after suffering 10 days of unshakeable hiccups. Jair Bolsonaro, 66, went into a medical facility in Brasilia early on Wednesday and was “feeling well”, according to his office. But hours later, he was transferred to Sao Paulo to be assessed for possible emergency surgery to clear an intestinal
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With all the hype around England it’s easy to forget there’s another team playing in the final – and Italy’s fans are just as passionate about their team winning. They are singing “Football’s coming Rome”, modifying the words of the England supporters’ ubiquitous chant ahead of the Euro 2020 final. “1-0” to Italy, says Andrea,
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