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Scientists worry about lasting damage from Potomac sewage spill

NPR Feb 20, 2026

Drinking water around the District of Columbia hasn't been contaminated. But scientists say the environmental damage could be severe.

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Organisers defend KPop tribute gig after social media backlash

BBC Entertainment Feb 20, 2026

The K-pop Forever! Tribute shows took place in the SSE on Thursday evening, with further gigs due to take place next Monday and on 16 May.

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'We were scared': Man recalls the night he nearly launched a nuclear missile

NPR Feb 20, 2026

In 1974, Lt. Colonel Randall Lanning manned the launch controls that could deploy nuclear weapons in the event of a Soviet attack. He looks back at one night that's still etched in his memory.

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Using saliva to detect disease holds promise, but it's not perfected yet

NPR Feb 20, 2026

Easier than a blood test, saliva tests have the potential to detect cavities, infections and even cancer. But a lack of insurance coverage and other obstacles stand in the way of wider use.

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What worked and what didn't with a cellphone ban at a Kentucky school

NPR Feb 20, 2026

Keeping students off their devices is the new norm in many schools. We talked to students and educators at one Kentucky school to see how it's working.

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Israeli settlers kill 19-year-old Palestinian American, officials and witnesses say

NPR Feb 20, 2026

Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank shot and killed a Palestinian American man during an attack on a village, the Palestinian Health Ministry said.

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Trump says he doesn't know if aliens are real but directs government to release files on UFOs

NPR Feb 20, 2026

President Donald Trump said Thursday that he's directing the Pentagon and other government agencies to release files related to extraterrestrials and UFOs because of "tremendous interest."

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Trump warns of 'bad things' if Iran doesn't make a deal, as second U.S. carrier nears Mideast

NPR Feb 20, 2026

Iran held annual military drills with Russia on Thursday as a second American aircraft carrier drew closer to the Middle East.

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Eric Dane, 'Grey's Anatomy' star and ALS awareness advocate, dies at 53

NPR Feb 20, 2026

Eric Dane, the celebrated actor best known for his roles on "Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" and who later in life became an advocate for ALS awareness, died Thursday. He was 53.

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Grey's Anatomy star Eric Dane dies at 53 after ALS diagnosis

BBC Entertainment Feb 20, 2026

The actor, who also starred in HBO's Euphoria, battled the most common form of motor neurone disease.

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'The arrogance of XL bully owner killed our mum'

BBC Front page Feb 20, 2026

Esther Martin's daughters speak to the BBC after a man is convicted over the attack.

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Venezuela approves amnesty that could release hundreds detained for political reasons

NPR Feb 20, 2026

Venezuela's acting president has signed into law an amnesty bill that could lead to the release of politicians, activists, lawyers and many others. The approval marks a stark turn for the nation.

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In a historic vote, Tennessee Volkswagen workers get their first union contract

NPR Feb 20, 2026

Two years ago, the successful union drive at this plant was expected to spark victories throughout the South. But now, as members vote to make their contract official, momentum has fizzled.

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Break from wintry weather as UK temperatures to climb as high as 14C

BBC Front page Feb 20, 2026

There's a major change in the UK's weather pattern heading our way with a big lift in temperatures in time for the weekend. But with the change comes more rain as Darren Bett explains.

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The Grammy winner bringing traditional country to new audiences

BBC Entertainment Feb 20, 2026

Zach Top discusses winning the first ever Grammy Award for best traditional country album.

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The Grammy winner bringing traditional country to new audiences

BBC Business Feb 20, 2026

Zach Top discusses winning the first ever Grammy Award for best traditional country album.

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The Russian village that lost its men to war

BBC Front page Feb 20, 2026

In the remote village of Sedanka in Russia's Far East, almost all of its fighting-age men have left to join the Ukraine war.

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The Chinese AI app sending Hollywood into a panic

BBC Front page Feb 19, 2026

Clips of Deadpool and other film characters have sparked alarm within Hollywood over copyright infringement.

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Deer culling to be made easier to protect trees and crops

BBC Front page Feb 19, 2026

The government unveils a long awaited 10-year deer management plan that will identify priority culling areas.

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Clayton wins Premier League night three in Glasgow

BBC Front page Feb 19, 2026

Jonny Clayton ruthlessly brushes aside Gian van Veen to become the third different nightly winner of the Premier League Darts season in Glasgow.

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Single nasal spray vaccine could protect against all colds and flus, researchers say

BBC Front page Feb 19, 2026

A Stanford University team have tested their nasal spray vaccine in animals but still need to do human clinical trials.

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