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The interim report has identified problems "at every stage" of the maternity journey in England.
Cuba says it shot dead four people on US-registered speedboat
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Israeli soldiers shot a Palestinian boy and stood around as he bled to death, video shows
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Israeli soldiers shot a Palestinian boy and stood around as he bled to death, video shows
Israeli forces blocked Palestinian ambulances while a 14-year-old lay bleeding for at least 45 minutes.
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Australian PM apologises after calling child sex abuse survivor and advocate 'difficult'
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Orban accuses Ukraine of disrupting oil supplies to Hungary
Ukraine says a critical pipeline was closed after Russian strikes.
Media tycoon and UK citizen Jimmy Lai wins appeal against lesser conviction in Hong Kong
The 78-year-old Lai, however, remains detained for a separate national security case.
Media tycoon and UK citizen Jimmy Lai wins appeal against lesser conviction in Hong Kong
The 78-year-old Lai, however, remains detained for a separate national security case.
US 'suitcase murderer' deported from Bali after 11 years in jail
The 33-year-old will still face federal charges in the US and is due to appear in court on Thursday.
This coastal idyll banned 'harmful' holiday lets. Eight years on, has it worked?
A ban on new holiday homes sees more permanent residents but some say the policy harms tourism.
This coastal idyll banned 'harmful' holiday lets. Eight years on, has it worked?
A ban on new holiday homes sees more permanent residents but some say the policy harms tourism.
Real Madrid win 'for everyone who stands against racism'
Real Madrid's win against Benfica was a "victory for everyone who stands against racism", midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni says.