Russian scientists defend release of captive whales

Russian researches have hit back against criticism that they had rushed the release of captive whales in the country's Far East. They say the operation which began last week has so far been a success. Julia Chapman reports from Moscow.

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JAGUAR ANNOUNCES ELECTRIC VEHICLE INVESTMENT IN UK

Jaguar Land Rover's announced plans to build new electric cars at a UK plant, safeguarding thousands of jobs.

But JLR says future investment in Britain can only be guaranteed if Brexit takes place with the 'right deal'.

The firm announced a record annual loss in May due to falling demand in China, Brexit uncertainty, and the shift away from diesel engines.

But it will now build a new electric version of its XJ saloon at its Birmingham factory.

Business analyst David Buik says it's an attempt to launch a turnaround.

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MARINES BOARD TANKER 'EN ROUTE TO SYRIAN REFINERY'

British Marines have boarded an oil tanker thought to be breaking EU sanctions on its way to Syria.

Britain's ambassador in Tehran's been summoned over the tanker's seizure.

UK correspondent Olly Barratt reports.

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French First Lady wants childhood bullying to end

France's First Lady has urged G7 education ministers to find ways to stop childhood bullying. 

She made the comments at a summit on schooling just outside of Paris. 

Brigitte Macron, who is a former teacher, says being the wife of the French President gives her a platform to tackle bullying. 

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Indian woman finds missing husband using TikTok app

The video sharing app TikTok helped an Indian woman reunite with her husband who'd fled home three years ago. 

TikTok is hugely popular in India and has more than 120 million active users in the country. 

Our India correspondent Neha Poonia has more.

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EAC COURT DISMISSES BURUNDI'S CASE

East African Court of Justice has dismissed the case filed by the government of Burundi challenging the process of electing the Speaker of the 4th East African Legislative Assembly (EALA), which was carried out in December of 2017.

Daniel Kijo has more from Dar es salaam.

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AUSTRALIA: Aussie released from North Korean detention

Australian student Alek Sigley has been freed from detention in North Korea and is now safe and well in China, and is expected to travel to Tokyo.
Arthur Stevens reports

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CHELSEA APPOINT LAMPARD AS MANAGER

Premier League club Chelsea have appointed Frank Lampard as their new manager five years after he left as a player. 

The former England international has signed a three-year deal to succeed Maurizio Sarri.

Holly Hudson reports. 

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Oil Pipeline Explosion in Nigeria

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At least two people have been reportedly killed and more than 30 vehicles destroyed from an oil pipeline explosion on the outskirts of Lagos, the commercial city of Nigeria.

Phil Ihaza, reports from Abuja.

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Spat Escalating Between China and UK over Hong Kong

A spat between the UK and China over Hong Kong is taking a serious turn.

Britain has summoned China's ambassador to the UK after Liu Xiaoming warned of damage to bilateral relations over comments about the unrest in the territory.

Patrick Fok reports.

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Alarm in France over lead pollution from Notre Dame

Levels of lead pollution 400 to 700 times higher than the limit considered safe in French law were measured around Notre Dame cathedral weeks after the fire, according to French media.

The government is coming under attack for failing to decontaminate the site properly, or warn locals sufficiently about the risk. 

Elena Casas reports from Paris.

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India economy expected to pick up this year, government says

India's economy is predicted to pick up to 7 per cent in the current financial year compared to 6.8 per cent the previous year, according to the government.

This comes ahead of India announcing its annual budget on Friday, which will be closely watched after the Narendra Modi led government was re-elected in May.

Our correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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Von der Leyen pick criticized in Germany

European Commission president nominee Ursula von Der Leyen is facing criticism in her native Germany which could jeopardize her confirmation.

German politicians from across the political spectrum criticized her nomination as undemocratic.

Ira Spitzer has more from Berlin.

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Russia confirms submarine involved in accident was nuclear-powered

Russia has confirmed that the military submarine which caught fire on Monday and killed fourteen sailors was nuclear-powered. 

It comes after days of speculation that the government had been covering up the severity of the incident.

Julia Chapman reports from Moscow.

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CONSERVATIVE HOPEFULS VIE FOR VOTES

UK Prime Ministerial hopeful Boris Johnson says he'll recruit 20 000 police officers to combat a 'crime wave' in Britain.

His pledge on crime comes as both candidates to be next Conservative Party leader and therefore Prime Minister make spending promises.

Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt says he's best positioned to deliver a Brexit deal and keep Labour's Jeremy Corbyn out of Downing Street.

The winner of the race will be announced on 23rd July.

Boris Johnson denies he's making spending pledges he can't keep.

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Boeing sets $100mln fund for families of 737 Max Jet air crash victims

American aircraft manufacturer, Boeing is pledging $100 million dollars to help families and communities affected by the two deadly crashes involving its 737 MAX airliner.  

The money will go to nonprofits and groups that will distribute the funds to relatives of the 346 people who died in the crashes in Indonesia and Ethiopia.

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Women's World Cup Final - The Netherlands vs The USA

The Netherlands will face the United States in the Women's World Cup final.

The Dutch overcame Sweden in a tense semifinal match. Rachel Silverman has more. 

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China's UK Ambassador says Britain has 'interfered' in Hong Kong protests

China's ambassador to the UK has criticised the British government for interfering in the Hong Kong protests.

It comes after UK Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt gave as series of interviews expressing unwavering support to Hong Kong.

UK Correspondent Natalie Powell reports.

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AU condemns Libya attack on migrants

The African Union commission is calling for an independent
investigation into the bombing of a detention centre in Libya where
over 40 people are reported to have been killed.

Libya remains in internal conflict as the UN-backed Government of
National Accord and the Liberation National army have failed to find a
truce.

The latter is now using military means to try and take control of the
capital Tripoli.

Coletta Wanjohi reports from Addis Ababa.

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Squalid conditions at US border detention centres but Mexico says migration slowing

Squalid conditions at migrant detention centres on the US southern border are more widespread than initially revealed according to a US government watch dog.

But the Mexican government says the surge in Central America migrants is beginning to ease after their enforcement efforts.

US correspondent Kate Fisher reports

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