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The bat that weighs the same as a teaspoon of salt – and the biologist who rediscovered it
The short-tailed roundleaf bat was feared extinct until scientist Iroro Tanshi found one in Afi sanctuary in Nigeria, an...
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Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv’s allies push for peace at G7 summit in France
Leaders urge Donald Trump to stand behind Ukraine and pressure Putin to negotiate; Russia allows sale of substandard fue...
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New York Knicks owner James Dolan urged players to abstain from sex during title run
Dolan invoked Spartans in surprise April speechOwner urged 10 weeks of sacrifice to win titleKnicks won team’s first cha...
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The old ‘warfare v welfare’ arguments are back – but it’s Britain’s real duty to spend on both | Frances Ryan
While we need protecting from foreign enemies, slashing benefits in favour of defence will make millions less, not more,...
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EV prices in UK and EU not likely to dive due to Chinese rivalry, says Xpeng boss
Brian Gu says he sees Chinese car firms competing on quality rather than launching price war as at homeMotorists in the...
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Half of world’s children exposed to at least three climate hazards, Unicef says
Almost every child, including those from high-income countries, is now exposed to at least one hazardHalf of the world’s...
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UK seizes Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tanker – what that means
UK's Royal Marines conduct first-of-its-kind operation in the English Channel, causing other tankers to turn around.
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US says Iran nuclear talks begin after framework deal signing
The White House says the proposed memorandum of understanding with Iran is only a framework agreement.
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Iran draw 2-2 with New Zealand in politically charged World Cup match
Elijah Just scored both of New Zealand's goals in either half; Rezaeian and Mohebbi levelled for Iran in Group G game.
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Labour MPs doubt EHRC guidance on court’s biological sex ruling is workable
Exclusive: Commons motion calls for code of practice to be blocked amid concerns over impact on transgender peopleA numb...
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Ukraine starts negotiations to join EU
Ukraine has officially opened the first phase of membership talks with the European Union on Monday.
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From tents to trebles: Edinburgh book festival to set author’s words to music
Works of Ali Smith, Kathleen Jamie and more to feature in celebration of literature’s interplay with other art forms, sa...