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Jeff Bezos has announced ambitious new goals for his space exploration company, Blue Origin.
The founder and CEO of Amazon said his immediate goal is to improve access to the moon.
US correspondent Mary MacCarthy reports:
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The University of Cambridge in England plans to set up a new research facility to explore ways to combat climate change.
Scientists would investigate radical proposals such as refreezing the Earth's poles and removing CO2 from the atmosphere.
Holly Hudson reports.
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge (William and Kate) have teamed up with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex (Harry and Meghan) to launch a text message service for people experiencing mental health problems.
The 'Shout' service would offer cubical support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and has been funded by their combined Royal Foundation.
UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports.
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The US has seized one of North Korea's largest ships, accusing it of violating sanctions.
The "Wise Honest" is now in American custody after allegedly being used to ship coal and heavy machinery to North Korea.
Our US Correspondent Simon Marks reports.
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Police investigating the murder of journalist Lyra McKee in Northern Ireland have made four arrests under terrorism legislation.
McKee was shot while reporting on rioting in Londonderry. The New IRA said its members carried out the killing.
Holly Hudson reports.
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The UK's opposition Party have launched an European elections campaign, ahead of the vote on May 23rd.
But the Prime Minster's Conservative party are unlikely to campaign, as they are focused on leaving the EU.
Meanwhile losses are expected for both parties. UK Correspondent Natalie Powell has more.
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The EU says it is fully committed to the 2015 Nuclear Deal after Iran announced on Wednesday it would be pulling back on some of its commitments.
In a joint statement from the European Union and the Foreign Ministers of France, Germany and the United Kingdom it says "We are determined to continue pursuing efforts to enable the continuation of legitimate trade with Iran."
Our Europe Correspondent Briohny Williams has more from Brussels:
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