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Know their names: Black people killed by the police in the US
Between 2014 and 2019, 1,653 Black people died at the hands of the US police. Here are just some of their stories.
As Western powers raise alarm, Navalny transferred to hospital
Move comes after Navalny’s physician warns 44-year-old could be on verge of death in jail due to deteriorating health.
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US re-imposes sanctions on Belarus for human rights violations
New US sanctions are aimed at state-owned enterprises that support the government of Belarus President Lukashenko.
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UEFA blasts ‘disgraceful’ Super League plan as backlash grows
UEFA threatens to ban clubs and players joining a breakaway Super League that has plunged European football into crisis.
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Could a Green Party chancellor lead Germany?
Baerbock will run in the election, and polls suggest there is rising support for the Greens amid climate concerns.
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