UK eases effective ban on onshore wind in England
The UK government eased a de facto ban on onshore wind in England on Tuesday, after growing pressure from environmental campaigners and some ruling Conservative lawmakers.
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England's Care says World Cup 'dream' never died
England scrum-half Danny Care said he had never given up the "dream" of playing at another Rugby World Cup despite the pain of missing out four years ago.
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Biden taps political veteran Lew as Israel envoy
US President Joe Biden on Tuesday nominated former treasury secretary Jack Lew as ambassador to Israel, tapping a veteran political player with close ties to the Jewish state at a turbulent time between the allies.
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Springboks wary of Scottish 'magician' Russell: Vermeulen
South Africa have to do their homework on Scotland's "kingpin" Finn Russell if the defending champions are not to have a nasty shock in their World Cup opener, the experienced Duane Vermeulen said on Tuesday.
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Stocks drift higher while oil prices jump
European stocks drifted slightly higher but dipped slightly in the US Tuesday after investors set aside data showing growth faltering in China, but oil prices jumped as Russia and Saudi Arabia extended export cuts.
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Man Utd under pressure to act over Antony assault claims
Manchester United face another personnel headache following allegations of assault made against winger Antony just two weeks after the club decided to part ways with Mason Greenwood.
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Calls for reform of global finance system dominate Africa climate talks
UN chief Antonio Guterres joined African leaders on Tuesday in demanding urgent reforms to the "outdated and unfair" global financial system, speaking at a landmark climate summit in Kenya aimed at showcasing the continent's green potential.
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Saudi and Russia extend oil cuts through December
Saudi Arabia and Russia said on Tuesday they would extend voluntary oil cuts until the end of the year, continuing their campaign to bolster prices.
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French actor Emmanuelle Beart says was incest victim as a child
French actor Emmanuelle Beart was a victim of incest as a child, she said in a documentary presented on Tuesday, without identifying her abuser.
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Japan will not take 'gritty' Chile for granted - Mitchell
Japan will not be taking their World Cup Pool D opener against Chile for granted, defence coach John Mitchell warned Tuesday, saying the South Americans were a well-coached, cohesive unit.
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