Massive overcrowding, lack of exits and slippery mud contributed to deadly stampede in India
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ABC News - World
How did a religious gathering in India turn into a deadly stampede?
More than 120 people died in a stampede after a religious gathering in northern India on Tuesday -
The New York Times - World
They Came for Spiritual Revival, Only to Be Trapped in a Deadly Stampede
Family members streamed to hospitals in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh to identify loved ones after at least 121 people — nearly all women — died in a stampede at a guru’s gathering. -
CBS News - Top stories
At least 121 people killed in India stampede
At least 121 people were killed and dozens more were injured when a stampede broke out at a religious festival in northern India Tuesday. It's still unclear what may have caused the panic. Anbarasan Ethirajan, South Asia editor for BBC News, ...India -
ESPN - Sports
Marsch: 'Lack of discipline' led to U.S. Copa exit
Canada coach Jesse Marsch has spoken of his disappointment at the United States' poor performance at the Copa America as his side prepare to take on Venezuela in the quarterfinals at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Friday. -
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NBC News - Politics
Exit polls project massive victory for Britain's Labour Party
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The New York Times - World
Deadly Flooding and Landslides in Nepal
In this monsoon season, so far there have been more than 60 weather-related fatalities. With roads cut off and more rain expected, the toll could rise. -
The Hill - Politics
Keir Starmer and Labour’s massive victory
Labour’s supermajority reflects a major turnaround from the 2019 election. -
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Toney 'annoyed' at lack of Euro 2024 game time
England striker Ivan Toney admits he was 'annoyed' at being brought on on injury time against Slovakia insists he will 'take my opportunity when I get it'. -
The New York Times - Top stories
Lightning Is Blamed for Deadly New Mexico Fire
The South Fork fire and another one in the state left two people dead and destroyed 1,400 structures.Mexico -
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England's 'massive opportunity' to shock All Blacks
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Inc. - Business
North Dakota Tribe Building Massive Greenhouse for Crops
When fully completed, the greenhouse will be among the largest in the U.S., and return some agricultural self-sufficiency to the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara Nation. -
BBC News - Top stories
India preacher denies blame for deaths in crush
Bhole Baba, who led the festival where some 120 people died, will co-operate with investigations.India -
BBC News - Top stories
How fetching water is holding back India's women
Indian women and girls nearly always collect water for families - leaving them no time to work. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
U.S. Stock Indexes Open Higher to Start Week
Major U.S. stock indexes edged higher at the open to build on last week’s rally.US Open -
BBC News - Top stories
India event organiser arrested after fatal crush
Nearly 121 people died in a crush at a religious gathering in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.India -
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Rishi Sunak's campaign in the UK election showed his lack of political touch
Rishi Sunak’s campaign to remain Britain’s prime minister showed a lack of political touchUnited Kingdom -
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Russia says part of a key Ukraine town seized amid deadly airstrikes
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Driver in deadly July 4th NYC crash arraigned on host of charges
The man accused of killing three people when he allegedly drove drunk into a crowd on the Lower East Side on July 4th was arraigned on a host of charges Saturday. -
The New York Times - World
Pakistan Withers Under Deadly Heat and Fears the Coming Rains
Karachi, Pakistan’s largest city, endured days of temperatures above 100 Fahrenheit, made worse by power cuts and high humidity.Pakistan -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Russian Missiles Hit Kyiv Children's Hospital in Deadly AttacksAcross Ukraine
The strikes took place on the eve of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization summit in Washington, where support for Ukraine will be a top-line issue.Ukraine -
NBC News - Top stories
Firefighters battle massive California wildfire amid blistering heat
A massive wildfire has now burned more than 3,500 acres in northern California, and officials say triple-digit heat is making the battle all the more difficult. More than 140 million Americans were under heat alerts in the West and other parts of ...California -
GameSpot - Tech
Seagate's Stylish Starfield-Themed 8TB Hard Drive Gets Massive Discount
Looking for a stylish external drive for all your PC games? Then consider the Seagate Starfield Special Edition Game Hub, which gets you a staggering 8TB of storage for just $150 (down from $240). The deal is available at both Amazon and Best Buy, ... -
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Packers CEO Mark Murphy addresses massive Sunday Ticket verdict
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CNBC - Business
We're trimming two tech stocks to lock in massive gains of 150% and 94%
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BBC News - Top stories
Chris Mason's take on the exit poll
If the forecast is accurate, it means Sir Keir Starmer will become prime minister with 410 Labour MPs. -
The New York Times - World
A Family Loses 3 Generations of Women in India Crowd’s Panic
They had worked hard for years to make a life: “Now it’s over with the death of my dear daughter, wife and mother — in one single blow.”India -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Modi's Ruling BJP Party in India Has a Diversity Problem
The prime minister needs to muster support from Indians who aren’t Hindus to secure his legacy.India -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Hurricane Beryl Shouldn't Pose Threat to Specialty Insurers' Full-Year Targets
Potential Hurricane Beryl losses shouldn’t threaten European specialty insurers’ and reinsurers’ full-year targets, though it is still too soon to tell, RBC Capital Markets said. -
Financial Times - World
India’s ‘passion for gold’ fades as prices hover near record high
Some brides switch to artificial jewellery, although richest consumers have not been put off -
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The Guardian - World
Relatives of India crush victims accuse authorities of leaving people to die
Family members and eyewitnesses say they had to dig in mud to find survivors and some of the more than 120 killed. Relatives of victims of the deadly crowd crush during a Hindu religious gathering in northern India have accused the authorities of ... -
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The Wall Street Journal - World
India's Modi Seeks to Shore Up Ties With Russia and Offset China's Sway
A trip by the prime minister is aimed at dispelling speculation about a downgrade in ties with Moscow.China -
The New York Times - World
Modi to Meet Putin in Moscow as India Sets Its Own Foreign Policy
India is determined to keep its close ties to Russia despite pressure from the West. Russia sees the meeting as a chance to show it still has influential friends.India -
ESPN - Sports
$25 hot dogs, sky-high ticket prices: Lack of fans shows Copa is too expensive
For years, the U.S. has been viewed as some sort of "golden goose" by world soccer. This Copa, however, has shown that there is a ceiling on what fans are willing to pay. -
NBC News - Top stories
Laid off from a high-paying job, this 61-year-old drives for delivery apps: 'I don't get a day off'
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