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Taking the stairs could be better for your heart than you think
Taking the stairs can significantly reduce the risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, according to a major new study.
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Ranked: The world's best stargazing destinations – and the No.1 is in France
In a new ‘clean sky index’ of the world’s best stargazing destinations, Pic du Midi in France came out on top for its combination of sky quality and accessibility.
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Video. Latest news bulletin | August 13th, 2026 – Morning
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this August 13th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Wildfires in Europe: Is 2026 already the worst year on record?
As of early August, 2026 is the worst year for several European countries over the last 15 years in terms of cumulative area burnt by wildfires. Euronews Business takes a closer look at the countries hit the hardest.
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Millions of solar eclipse glasses could end up in landfill: Here’s what to do instead
Be a responsible consumer by following expert advice on what to do with your glasses now the eclipse is over.
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Tourist guides raise the alarm as Europe braces for another heatwave
Last summer, a 56-year-old guide died after collapsing while leading a visit of the Colosseum in Rome in scorching heat.
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I lost my lovely home to A38 road scheme - then it got shelved
Gail Roberts says the A38 expansion has been a "criminal waste of taxpayers' money".
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Muratov: Putin can no longer claim victory in Ukraine
In an exclusive interview with the BBC’s Steve Rosenberg, Dmitry Muratov says the Kremlin leader can only "destroy Ukraine, not conquer it", with the war now in its fifth year.
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Japan summons Russian ambassador after Putin’s visit to disputed Kuril islands
Japan’s foreign minister on Thursday summoned the Russian ambassador in Tokyo to lodge a “strong protest” against President Vladimir Putin’s surprise visit to the Kuril islands. Tokyo maintains its claim to the disputed islands near Japan's northernmost Hokkaido island since they were seized by the Soviet Union in 1945.
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Over 150 civilians killed in US strikes on Houthis in Yemen, Pentagon says
A Pentagon review sent to Congress found three April 2025 airstrikes against Houthi positions — including one on Ras Isa port that killed 80 people — resulted in 153 civilian deaths and 243 injuries. The report determined condolence payments to victims were not appropriate, without explaining why.
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Japan PM Takaichi says Putin's visit to disputed Kuril islands 'absolutely unacceptable'
It was the first time the Russian leader had visited the Kuril islands, according to state media.
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Congo’s Ebola outbreak on track to surpass deadliest in history, WHO chief says
“At its current pace, it’s on track to eclipse the West African Ebola outbreak of 2014 to 2016,” WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus told reporters on Wednesday.
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Oil spill from tanker believed to be Russian reaches Oman's coastline, Muscat authorities say
The beaches of Ras Madrakah on mainland Oman, around 200 kilometres north of Qabiliyah Island, have also been contaminated, according to Oman's Environment Authority, which has been keeping an eye on the leak.
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BTS: V reveals hearing loss battle during livestream
The K-pop star says he has suffered hearing issues for over two years before revealing it publicly this week.
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Zambia elections haunted by ghost of incumbent president’s arch-rival
Hakainde Hichilema is bidding for second term, but feud between him and family of Edgar Lungu, who died in 2025, continues
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Venezuela talks end with agreement on judicial reform and frozen funds
Venezuela's interim government and opposition ended their first round of talks on Wednesday with agreements to reform the Supreme Tribunal of Justice and seek access to the country's frozen reserves at the Bank of England, in order to finance recovery from June's devastating earthquakes.
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Reform UK's Farage and joke candidate Count Binface go head-to-head in snap election
Voters cast their ballots Thursday in a local English election pitting Brexit backer Nigel Farage against a collection of independents, jokers and single-issue candidates, including a comedian dressed as a dustbin, in a test of opposition to the Reform UK leader's brand of populist politics.
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Australian army whistleblower released on parole after more than two years in jail
David McBride was jailed after pleading guilty to leaking military secrets about Afghanistan.
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Colombia earthquake rescue efforts enter 'final phase' as death toll rises
Rescuers in Colombia faced a race against time Wednesday as they searched collapsed buildings for survivors after the country's strongest earthquake this century. The magnitude 7.4 quake has killed 265 people and injured more than 3,500, with nearly 500 still missing.
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Ebola outbreak on track to be deadliest ever, WHO chief says
The outbreak, declared on 15 May, has caused more than 2,000 deaths, with thousands more reported cases.
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Zambia heads to polls with President Hichilema expected to win second term
Zambians vote Thursday in a general election widely expected to give President Hakainde Hichilema a second term, as his economic record faces a test from voters frustrated by the cost of living and opposition parties seek to capitalise on discontent despite deep divisions.
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The town making missiles for Trump
The president's approval numbers may be down, but in this Tennessee town, his support is as strong as ever.
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Ayra Starr on her secret relationship and teasing Stevie Wonder
The musician shares the personal stories behind her third album, and the time she teased a legend.
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Aston Villa: Striker Brian Madjo makes impressive entrance after eight months in limbo
Teenage striker Brian Madjo scores on his Aston Villa debut in Uefa Super Cup defeat by Paris St-Germain to end eight-month wait for a chance to play in competitive games.
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