Foxtons pushed into loss by weak London housing market

The stagnant London property market continues to dog Foxtons, but the rental market helps out.

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Brewery fined over pensions failings

Brewer Samuel Smith and its chairman are sentenced after failing to give details to regulators.

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Trekking to Everest: 'Challenging but rewarding!'

As adventure tourism booms, more people are trekking the route to Mount Everest's base camp.

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Behind the seams at Max Mara

Max Mara is the quintessentially Italian fashion brand, but it's run by a former punk from Derbyshire.

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Overwatch League: London Spitfire triumph in first final

London Spitfire scored a solid victory over its opponent, Philadelphia Fusion, in the e-sports final.

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Light saver

As a child, herder Richard Turere invented a device to stop lions killing cattle but who benefited?

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Going solo

With the number of self-employed workers on the rise, BBC News asks why we're seeing this trend.

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Argos catalogue reveals unannounced DJI Mavic drone

The store's literature has photos and technical details of the as yet unannounced Mavic 2 Pro drone.

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Overwatch League: London Spitfire triumph in first final

London Spitfire scored a solid victory over its opponent, Philadelphia Fusion, in the e-sports final.

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US military draws up 'do not buy' list for software

US military programs and agencies will be stopped from using code that could compromise their work

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BT loses TV rights for 'ultimate fighting' and NBA basketball

The firm is understood to have lost the rights to broadcast NBA basketball and UFC ultimate fighting.

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Idaho inmates hack prison system and steal $225,000 in credits

The scheme was discovered after the prisoners boosted their accounts with artificial credits.

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Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Trump offers to meet with Iranian President Rouhani with “no preconditions”

07/30/18 2:47 PM

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Fox News Breaking News Alert

Rand Paul says he will support Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh

07/30/18 11:48 AM

A Migrant Boy Rejoins His Mother, but He’s Not the Same

By MIRIAM JORDAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2LVfOnX

If an N.B.A. Workout Isn’t on Instagram, Does it Even Count?

By SCOTT CACCIOLA from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2AAY4tB

Lassie Got Help, Would Your Dog?

By JAMES GORMAN from NYT Science https://ift.tt/2AmCrwE

After Doctors Cut Their Opioids, Patients Turn to a Risky Treatment for Back Pain

By SHEILA KAPLAN from NYT Health https://ift.tt/2v3sI9D

Brexit, Russia, Mars: Your Tuesday Briefing

By REMY TUMIN from NYT Briefing https://ift.tt/2v4wMX7

What’s on TV Tuesday: ‘Please Like Me’ and ‘Frontline’

By GABE COHN from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/2KbQhBC

Ceramics Aren’t Enough. Bring on the Spaceships, Italian Town Says.

By JASON HOROWITZ from NYT World https://ift.tt/2vonAfu

Philippine Bombing Kills 10, Showing Insurgents Remain a Problem

By FELIPE VILLAMOR from NYT World https://ift.tt/2KhkD5Q

How Trump Allies Shifted Their Defense as Evidence of Contacts With Russians Grew

By MARK MAZZETTI from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2Kbq7Pz

Former FEMA Official Accused of Sexual Misconduct That Spanned Years

By MATT STEVENS from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/2LGBip2

Quotation of the Day: Why Global Greening Isn’t as Great as It Sounds

By Unknown Author from NYT Today’s Paper https://ift.tt/2M0WLFu

Review: In a New Orleans ‘House,’ Wealthy Women Are Haunted by Slavery’s Ghosts

By BEN BRANTLEY from NYT Theater https://ift.tt/2mVsj4v

With Trades, Yankees Pitching Staff Remains a Work in Progress

By BILLY WITZ from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/2Kc6uqw

Corrections: July 31, 2018

By Unknown Author from NYT Corrections https://ift.tt/2OsgCPz

The Third-Party Option

By DAVID BROOKS from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2KhiuaA

New York City Is Thriving. Why Is Transport Such a Nightmare?

By THE EDITORIAL BOARD from NYT Opinion https://ift.tt/2v2dWjd

Four People, Including a 5-Year-Old Boy, Are Shot and Killed in Queens

By BENJAMIN MUELLER and HANNAH WULKAN from NYT New York https://ift.tt/2v3idmO

Murder Suspect Used Dating Apps to Prey on Women, Police Say

By ASHLEY SOUTHALL from NYT New York https://ift.tt/2KbEEL8

More to Come

By DEB AMLEN from NYT Crosswords & Games https://ift.tt/2v4Zabw

Bob Woodward’s New Book Will Detail ‘Harrowing Life’ Inside Trump White House

By MATT STEVENS and JASON M. BAILEY from NYT Business Day https://ift.tt/2vjb15l

North Korea 'working on new missiles', US officials say

US intelligence leaks suggest the North may be building ballistic missiles, despite recent pledges.

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US airport security's 'Quiet Skies' programme tracks passengers

The programme secretly targets people who exhibit odd behaviour such as excessive sweating.

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France shocked by video of woman being slapped by harasser

A student speaks out after CCTV shows a man slapping her for objecting to abuse in a Paris street.

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IS claims fatal Tajik attack on foreign cyclists

Two Americans, a Swiss and a Dutch citizen died after being struck by a car on Sunday.

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Trump says ready to meet Iran's Rouhani

"If they want to meet, we'll meet," the US president says.

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Italy earthquake 'hero dog' found dead

The owner of Kaos, which rescued people in 2016, says the animal was poisoned.

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Lombok earthquake: More than 500 hikers evacuated from Mt Rinjani

More than 500 hikers were stranded on Indonesia's Mt Rinjani when a deadly quake triggered landslides.

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Russia World Cup: Pussy Riot protesters detained on leaving jail

The activists served 15 days for storming on to the pitch during the World Cup final in Russia.

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Backpackers attacked with shovel in Australian bush

One backpacker was rammed with a four-wheel-drive before being attacked with a shovel, police say.

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Uber halts development of self-driving trucks

The ride-hailing firm says it will now focus solely on the development of self-driving cars.

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James Gunn: Guardians of the Galaxy cast back fired director

Chris Pratt says that James Gunn "is a good man" despite his "inappropriate jokes from years ago".

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Largest king penguin colony shrinks 90% in 30 years

The world's largest colony, in the Indian Ocean, has shrunk 90% over 30 years, research suggests.

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The battle to stop ex-IS fighters reaching Europe

The BBC's Quentin Sommerville follows the teams trying to trace ex-IS fighters who have fled Syria.

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Bruce Beach has built a 10,000 sq ft nuclear bunker

At 10,000 sq ft, Ark Two is one of Canada's largest nuclear fallout shelters.

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Brexit and your holiday: Five things that could change

How the UK leaving the EU could impact things like flights, visas and mobile roaming.

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World-famous aerialist on the keys to her success

Christine Van Loo, a seven-time US national acro-gymnastics champion, explains how she got to the top of her game.

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Nailing it: How the National Gallery of Ireland is taking the masters to the masses

The National Gallery of Ireland is teaming up with a Dublin based nail bar to recreate the greats in 'minicure' form.

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Canadian puddle splash van driver loses job

Employer confirms driver has been sacked after his anti-social behaviour is caught on dashcam.

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Russian ministry spokeswoman turns songwriter

Foreign Ministry's Maria Zakharova pens lyrics for popular Russian singer.

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Intrepid French hunt for sunken warships Cordelière and Regent

The Regent and Cordelière burned together and are now the focus of a French explorer's mission.

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The fight to end silence on fashion's waste problem

We asked major labels if they destroyed their excess stock. They weren't all forthcoming.

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Will EU healthcare for tourists survive Brexit?

Will you be able to use the European Health Insurance Card when the UK leaves the EU?

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Would you quote Rick Astley in your out-of-office?

Not everyone sticks to the standard out-of-office reply - we take a look at the more unusual ones.

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Letter from Africa: How bruised is President Buhari by defections?

Journalist Mannir Dan Ali considers the Nigerian president's chances of re-election after the loss of key allies.

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Germany gripped by #MeTwo racism debate

Thousands of tweets document racism in German schools, housing and jobs.

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Faith-Based Agencies Report Uptick in Interest Directly Linked to Family Separation Crisis

Bethany Christian Services has worked to place unaccompanied immigrant children with foster families for years. But since the news emerged in June about the government separating children from their parents at the border, inquiries into its foster care program have skyrocketed.

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Homeless Man Wearing a Suit and Tie Passes Out Resumes at Intersection, Then This Happens

When a California homeless man stood at a busy intersection holding a sign, he didn't ask for money. Instead, he handed out his resume. He never expected what he got in response. 

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Kids Return Wallet Filled with $700, Praised for Doing the 'Right Thing'

This is the story of three children who have proved the doubters wrong about the younger generation.  

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'Salvation Is the Most Important Thing': Fallen Milwaukee Police Officer Continues to Reach People After His Death

A Milwaukee police officer shot and killed in the line of duty last week is being remembered as a great man of faith.

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Did iTunes 'Shadow Ban' the 'Walk in the Word' Podcast over a Trump Prayer Request?

Pastor James MacDonald of Harvest Church recently encouraged his audience on Facebook to support and pray for President Trump, in response, the ministry says iTunes mysteriously dropped MacDonald's podcast, Walk in the Word, from the Top 200 Chart.

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'God Has Forgiven Me': He Killed Their Kids and Grandkids, But These Families Forgave Him Through Christ

What if several members of your family were killed by the negligence of another driver? Would your faith in God allow you to forgive the driver and even ask the judge to consider the utmost leniency? 

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'It Is Well...with My Soul': How Wynter Pitts' Family Showed a Powerful Christian Response to Death

The family and friends of Wynter Evans Pitts celebrated her life and legacy over the weekend after her sudden, unexpected death last week. Her family has been transparent about the real pain they're feeling after losing Wynter, but they've also offered an amazing testimony to the power of faith in Christ, even in the face of death.

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'We Pray': Lisa Bevere, Havilah Cunnington and Bethel Battle in Faith as Wildfire Swallows Hometown

The devastating wildfire sweeping Northern California has firefighters working nonstop and residents fleeing for safety – but a prominent Christian community there is remaining persistent in prayer.  

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California Firefighters Work 48-Hour Shifts to Battle Deadly Blaze

So far, hundreds of homes have been destroyed and tens of thousands were forced to evacuate, with fires claiming six lives so far. 

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Embracing Flexibility Provided by ESSA, Louisiana First to Pilot New Innovative Assessments

WASHINGTON— U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today announced that Louisiana will be the first state to test new, innovative assessments as part of a pilot program authorized by the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).

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'They Consider This a Very Precious Book': African Tribe Dances for Joy After Receiving Bible in Own Language

The Tembo people are literally dancing for joy after finally receiving the Bible in their native tongue thanks to a 21-year effort  by Wycliffe Bible Translators.

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Canadian Man Becomes a Woman to Save Money on His Car Insurance

A man lies to the Canadian government to become a woman only on paper for cheaper car insurance. 

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'Clade X' Simulation Reveals Pandemic Could Wipe Out 900 Million People

Scientists warn that a new pathogen could kill almost 10 percent of the world's population of 7.6 billion people.

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Iraq's Christians Refuse to Return, Afraid 'They Will Again Be Targeted'

Tens of thousands of displaced Christians have returned to their cities and villages in the Iraq's Nineveh Plain, but many still refuse to return to Mosul.

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Feces and Flamethrowers: Migrants Storm Gates of Europe as Muslim Radicalism Spikes 900% in Sweden

The European Union continues to try to force member states to take in the mostly Muslim migrants from Africa and the Middle East, but those who do now face soaring welfare costs, crime and terrorism.

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Erdogan Loudly Rejects Trump Sanction Threat as Turkey Persecutes US Pastor Brunson

Turkey's president says he won't release American Pastor Andrew Brunson, even in the face of economic sanctions.

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Putin: Christianity is the Foundation of the Russian State

Vladimir Putin says the adoption of Christianity more than 1,000 years ago in territory that later became Russia marked the starting point for forming the Russian nation itself.

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Jewish Teens Enlisted to Fight Anti-Semitism in Germany

For years, the Jewish community in Germany relied on Holocaust survivors to be its ambassadors. Jews who made it through the horror were the ones with the moral authority to teach young Germans about the perils of anti-Semitism and the crimes of their forefathers. But with the number of survivors dwindling and schoolchildren today at least three generations removed from the Nazis, young Jews like Steiert are being tapped to put a modern take on an old message.

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Strong Quake Hits Indonesian Island, Killing at Least 14

A strong and shallow earthquake early Sunday killed at least 14 people and injured more than 160 on Indonesia’s Lombok island, a popular tourist destination next to Bali, officials said.

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Bomb in van kills 11 at checkpoint in Philippine south: army

A bomb exploded in a van and killed 11 people at a military checkpoint in the restive southern Philippines on Tuesday in an attack that officials blamed on militants with ties to the Islamic State group.

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Greek PM meets survivors in fire-stricken town as families mourn dead

Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras met survivors of a wildfire that killed at least 91 people during his first visit to the town of Mati on Monday, as rescue teams kept recovering bodies and families mourned their dead.

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U.S. detects new activity at North Korea factory that built ICBMs: source

U.S. spy satellites have detected renewed activity at the North Korean factory that produced the country’s first intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of reaching the United States, a senior U.S. official said on Monday, in the midst of talks to compel Pyongyang to give up its nuclear arms.

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Two Koreas hold military talks as U.S. detects activity at North Korea missile factory

North and South Korea held military talks to build trust on Tuesday, while the United States detected renewed activity at a North Korean missile factory, casting more suspicion over the North's intentions.

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China widens vaccine scandal probe, vows tough penalties

China's drug watchdog published details on Tuesday of an investigation into a second firm found to have made inferior vaccines, after cabinet vowed tough penalties and fines over a vaccine safety scandal that has sparked widespread anger.

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Zimbabwe's Chamisa says has done 'exceedingly well' in vote seen as very close

Zimbabwe's main opposition leader said on Tuesday election results from more than 10,000 polling stations showed his Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) had done "exceedingly well" but several observer groups said the contest was too close to call.

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Zimbabwe's Mnangagwa: ruling party getting 'extremely positive' information on vote

Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa said on Tuesday that the ruling party was receiving "extremely positive" information from their representatives, a day after the first election since Robert Mugabe resigned following a bloodless coup.

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Tajik government blames deadly tourist attack on banned Islamist party

Tajikistan's government on Tuesday accused a banned Islamist party of being behind an attack on July 29 which killed four tourists.

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