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NPR Apr 16, 2026

President Trump's timeline for an end to the Iran war continues to shift, U.S. and Iran block the Strait of Hormuz, trapping the Gulf's oil and gas, Trump's allies defend his remarks about Pope Leo.

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Satellite images reveal scale of Israeli demolitions as Lebanese villages destroyed

BBC Front page Apr 16, 2026

BBC Verify analysis found more than 1,400 buildings had been destroyed since 2 March.

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Russian missiles and drones bombard Ukraine in hourslong attack

NPR Apr 16, 2026

Russia hammered civilian areas of Ukraine with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles in an attack that stretched for hours killing at least 16 people.

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More young men are attending religious services regularly, poll finds

Washington Post Apr 16, 2026

The Gallup report appears to reflect a trend observed by some religious leaders: Pockets of young Americans, especially men, are joining faith communities.

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Cool Hand Luke actress Joy Harmon dies aged 87

BBC Entertainment Apr 16, 2026

Harmon was best known for a car-washing scene in the Paul Newman prison drama.

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French government seeking release of 86-year-old French widow detained by ICE

NPR Apr 16, 2026

The French government is pressing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to release the 86-year-old French widow of a military veteran from immigration custody in Louisiana after she was detained earlier this month.

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Bukele signs reforms allowing life prison sentences for people as young as 12

NPR Apr 16, 2026

The reforms signed by Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele would apply to people convicted of committing or being an accomplice to crimes including homicide, femicide, rape and gang membership.

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Life after Logan Roy - Brian Cox takes up directing just before turning 80

BBC Business Apr 16, 2026

The Succession star says Glenrothan - his directorial debut - is a "love letter to Scotland".

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Life after Logan Roy - Brian Cox takes up directing just before turning 80

BBC Entertainment Apr 16, 2026

The Succession star says Glenrothan - his directorial debut - is a "love letter to Scotland".

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Spice Girls' outfits go on show in 90s exhibition

BBC Entertainment Apr 16, 2026

The show at the Barbican Music Library celebrates 1996 and includes Mel B's leopard-print catsuit

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Spice Girls' outfits go on show in '90s exhibition

BBC Business Apr 16, 2026

The show at the Barbican Music Library celebrates 1996 and includes Mel B's leopard-print catsuit

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A Colorado hospital profits from resolving language barriers

NPR Apr 16, 2026

Without qualified interpreters at doctors' offices, non-English speakers can face bad — even fatal — health outcomes. A hospital in rural Colorado is training its existing bilingual staff to address the service gap.

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Major fire at Australian oil refinery to impact nation's petrol supplies

BBC Front page Apr 15, 2026

The fire has deepened fears over the nation's petrol supplies amid a global crunch.

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Seven goals, fastest strike & two red cards - Bayern-Real delivers drama

BBC Front page Apr 15, 2026

The quickest strike in this season's Champions League, seven goals, two red cards and the competition's 15-time winners exiting in anger - once again the knockout stages of European club football's elite tournament has delivered drama in spades.

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Real Madrid set for rare trophyless season - will Arbeloa pay the price?

BBC Front page Apr 15, 2026

After losing out to Bayern Munich in a thrilling Champions League quarter-final, Real Madrid face the prospect of a trophyless season that could cost Alvaro Arbeloa his job.

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Move over wind farms: why some argue cutting costs is the best way to cut carbon

BBC Front page Apr 15, 2026

From heat pumps to offshore wind, the UK’s net zero push is facing growing scrutiny. Are rising costs undermining climate goals?

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Nine universities start legal action over student loan error row

BBC Front page Apr 15, 2026

About 22,000 students in England were told they were given loans by mistake and must immediately pay the money back.

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The city where primary school places come with a toilet-training guide

BBC Front page Apr 15, 2026

Teachers say more children are starting school without skills like basic communication and potty training.

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Horse urine perfume: why online bargains may be dangerous

BBC Front page Apr 15, 2026

Experts warn of hidden risk of counterfeits, while the government consults on stricter product safety rules.

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Ticketmaster-owner Live Nation ran a monopoly and overcharged fans, jury finds

BBC Front page Apr 15, 2026

The lawsuit said the firm's practices had led to higher ticket prices and worse service for customers.

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Texas camp should stay shut after deadly flood, parents say in emotional letters

Washington Post Apr 15, 2026

Camp Mystic’s operators hope to renew their license and reopen this summer even as state investigations are underway over alleged negligence during July’s flooding.

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