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Top stories - BBC News
Novichok victim found 'convulsing' by partner
Dawn Sturgess became ill soon after spraying on nerve agent she thought was perfume, an inquiry hears.17 minutes ago -
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Inquiry announced after carers forced to repay benefits
Some carers had to pay back thousands of pounds to the government, pushing them into financial distress.22 minutes ago -
World - ABC News
New Zealand exempts abuse victims from a forced two-year wait before they can seek divorce
Victims of domestic violence in New Zealand will be allowed to cut ties to abusive spouses more quickly after lawmakers unanimously voted Wednesday to exempt them from a mandatory two-year ...5 hours ago - New Zealand -
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World - The Guardian
Lords committee calls on Labour to restore protections for modern slavery victims
Peers say protections have been undermined by three immigration acts passed by the previous government. Labour should restore protections for victims of modern slavery, which have been undermined ...11 hours ago -
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Survivors, families of victims in Maine mass shooting file intent to sue military
A hundred survivors and family members of victims of the deadliest mass shooting in Maine's history announced Tuesday their intent to sue the military.19 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
The bond market may be at risk from inflationary forces beyond the Fed’s control
Investors remain nervous about upside risks to inflation, such as the outcome of the Nov. 5 presidential election, that haven’t been priced into the bond market — and which policymakers may not be ...20 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
Chinese Automakers Show Force at Paris Auto Show
Weeks after Europe imposed additional tariffs on electric vehicles made in China, the country’s car companies were defiant at France’s leading auto event.Yesterday -
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Family of Novichok victim feels 'comfort' that no-one else died
Speaking to an inquiry, Dawn Sturgess' mum describes her daughter as 'funny, intelligent and kind'.Yesterday -
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Voters consider ban on forced labor aimed at protecting prisoners
California and Nevada voters will decide in November if they want to ban forced prison labor by removing language from their state constitutions rooted in the legacy of chattel slaveryYesterday -
World - The Guardian
Daughter of Wiltshire novichok victim says she ‘never got to say goodbye’
Girl’s grandmother, Caroline Sturgess, reads statement to inquiry into death of Dawn Sturgess in 2018. The daughter of a woman killed in the Wiltshire novichok poisonings has told an inquiry into ...Yesterday -
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Victims of Maine's deadliest shooting take first step toward suing the Army
Lawyers for 100 survivors and family members of victims of the deadliest shooting in Maine history have begun the formal process of suing the Army for failing to act to stop the shooter, a reservist.Yesterday -
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Lebanon hospitals treating more Israel, Hezbollah conflict victims
Medical facilities in Lebanon are being overwhelmed with increasing numbers of civilians needing attention as Israel continues to target Lebanese sites where Hezbollah members are apparently ...Yesterday - Israel -
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Vial that killed Salisbury victim ‘had enough poison to kill thousands’
A public inquiry examining the death of Dawn Sturgess has heard evidence from the former Russian spy.Yesterday -
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Inside a hospital treating young victims of Israel's war with Hezbollah
Israel says its war in Lebanon is against Iran-backed Hezbollah, but many victims seen by CBS News at one Bekaa Valley hospital were children.2 days ago - Israel -
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Pokémon maker confirms it was victim of hack
The makers of the hit video game series confirm their servers were accessed by hackers over summer.2 days ago -
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Mum of Manchester Arena victim says safety bill debate is 'incredibly exciting'
Figen Murray whose son died in the Manchester Arena attack says Martyn's Law will save lives.2 days ago -
World - Financial Times
UK farmers forced to cut food production to stay viable, warns NFU
Terrible harvest and falling subsidies force businesses to embrace greener alternatives, says Tom Bradshaw2 days ago - United Kingdom -
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UN says Israeli tanks forced entry into base in south Lebanon
It comes as PM Netanyahu demands the peacekeeping force leave the area.2 days ago - Israel -
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'I wasn't allowed to shower or use toilet by my abusive ex-girlfriend'
Gareth rushed to a supermarket or local pub because he was not allowed to use the toilet at home.3 days ago -
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Born into war: Babies are an unstoppable force in Gaza
At Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza, around 30 to 40 babies are born each day in the region’s sole maternity ward. Islam Al-Qanou arrived at the hospital nine months pregnant and completely alone. ...October 4 -
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