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Putin says dead scientists died trying to create a weapon that 'has no equal in the world'

Russian President Vladimir Putin (main) told widows of the scientists who died in a nuclear explosion earlier this year their husbands were working on an unmatched nuclear weapon.




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Former Kremlin advisor who became a British citizen dies in London in 'bolt from the blue' aged 63

Alexander Nekrassov, a British citizen and former Kremlin advisor, has died in London from a 'stroke'. The 63-year-old's death came as a 'bolt out of the blue', according to a British friend.




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Justin Bieber dons Billie Eilish hoodie with Hailey as they label the 18-year-old singer their 'fav'

Justin Bieber took to Instagram on Thursday to share a portrait of himself and wife Hailey donning different Billie Eilish hoodies. 'Our fav @billieeilish,' captioned Bieber.




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Freddie Flintoff reveals Justin Bieber REFUSED to meet him because he's too tall

The 6ft 4in Cricket player, 42, revealed the unexpected anecdote with the 5ft 9in singer during an appearance on talkSPORT on Tuesday.




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Will Smith is going on diet after hitting highest weight in adult life and being shamed by family

Will Smith is going on a diet after hitting his highest weight ever, the actor revealed in an 'emergency' episode of Red Table Talk.




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Scientists claim pathologist who studied Mike Webster's CTE brain is a FRAUD and used healthy images

Scientists have claimed pathologist Bennett Omalu exaggerated the link between CTE and contact sports in a 2005 study showing NFL legend Mike Webster only had a small amount of tangled tau.




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Fyre Festival founder Billy McFarland is asking to be released early from a federal prison that's been called a 'breeding ground' for the coronavirus and where 6 inmates have already died

NetflixFyre Festival organizers Ja Rule, left, and Billy McFarland.Thousands of inmates have been released from prison in recent weeks in an effort to curtail the spread of the coronavirus.Billy McFarland, the founder behind the infamous Fyre Festival, filed a request this week for early release from prison and instead serve the rest of his sentence in home confinement.In a letter to a federal judge, McFarland's lawyers said he has pre-existing conditions, including asthma, that make him more susceptible to contracting the coronavirus and suffering worsened symptoms.The prison where McFarland is being held, FCI Elkton in Ohio, has been called a "breeding ground" for the coronavirus. At least six inmates there have died, and the prison is currently in a class-action lawsuit accusing it of not




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Catherine Tyldesley's plant-based diet keeps her healthy for son

The former Coronation Street star, 36, has told how she overhauled her diet to ensure she's in the best health as possible to be around for her son for as long as she can.




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As Roy Hudd dies aged 83, few knew the childhood tragedy that drove him... 

The panto king, who died on Sunday aged 83, was the last link back to the music hall era. His repertoire of gags was so ancient, some had Grade II preservation orders.




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Kym Marsh, 43, REUNITES with soldier boyfriend Scott Ratcliff, 31, after 7 months apart

Kym Marsh has reunited with her soldier boyfriend Scott Ratcliff after spending seven months apart due to military service.




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Girl who won backing of thousands as she battled blood cancer died on New Year's Day

Esme Handley was diagnosed with leukaemia when she was just 22 months old after developing a large bruise on a holiday to Greece. She passed away on New Year's Day.




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'Highly skilled military surgeon' tried to save a mounted soldier from a deadly EAR INFECTION

Detailed analysis of the bones from a site at Paliokastro, on the Greek island of Thasos, revealed a muscle-bound horse-riding warrior underwent 'extraordinary' surgery.




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Kim Kardashian shows off her Tiger King themed questions as she continues her law studies

She is currently in the midst of completing a four-year apprenticeship with a San Francisco law firm in order to take the California bar exam in 2022. And on Tuesday night, Kim Kardashian shared a snap.




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Jet fuel now costs less than a third of diesel price in India

New Delhi, May 3 () Jet fuel (ATF) prices have been slashed by a steep 23 per cent in line with a slump in international oil prices and it now costs about one-third of petrol and diesel whose rates continue to be frozen for the 50th day on Sunday. Aviation turbine fuel (ATF) price has been cut by Rs 6,812.62 per kilolitre, or 23.2 per cent, to Rs 22,544.75 per kl in the national capital, according to a price notification by state-owned oil marketing companies. 75463339ATF, which is used as a fuel in aeroplanes, now costs less than one-third of the price of petrol used in cars and two-wheelers. A litre of petrol in Delhi comes for Rs 69.59 while jet fuel is priced at Rs 22.54 per litre. Diesel, used mostly in trucks, buses and tractors, is priced at Rs 62.29 per litre. In fact, even market




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Petrol and diesel prices are rising as states hike tax to cover coronavirus cost⁠— the steepest hike is in Delhi

IANSVAT on petrol was increased to 30% from 27%, previously. In the case of diesel, VAT has been almost doubled to 30% from 16.75% Petrol in Delhi now costs ₹71.26 a litre as against ₹69.59 previously. Previously, the Delhi government imposed a 70% fee on the maximum retail price of all categories of liquor sold through retail licenses for consumption off the premises.A day after imposing the special ‘corona fee’ on liquor, the Delhi government has hiked local sales or value-added tax on petrol and diesel. VAT on petrol was increased to 30% from 27%, previously. In the case of diesel, VAT has been almost doubled to 30% from 16.75%. Old PriceNew PricePetrol ₹69.59₹71.26Diesel₹62.29₹ 69.39Petrol price in the national capital was hiked by ₹1.67 a litre on May 5 and diesel by a steep ₹7.10 per




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Pregnant woman dies from COVID-19 in Nashik (Maharashtra) on may 5th

Nashik, May 5 () A 20-year-old pregnant woman died due to COVID-19 here, taking the toll in Nashik district of Maharashtra to 13, while four more persons tested positive for the infection on Tuesday, officials said. The woman, a resident of Bajrang wadi area of the city,was admitted in serious condition in the District Civil Hospital here on May 2, according to an official release.She died at the hospital after two hours, it said.Her swab report was received on Tuesday and it was found to be positive for the novel coronavirus, the release said.This was the first COVID-19 fatality reported from Nashik city, while the district's toll increased to 13, itsaid.Besides, four more persons - one each from Satana, Sinnar, Yeola and Malegaon towns - tested positive for coronavirus in the district on




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The excise duty on petrol rises by ₹10 and on diesel by ₹13 starting May 6

The notification, however, clarified that the retail price will not rise and that would mean that the state-owned fuel retailers will have to bear the burden. Many states have already hiked value-added tax on fuels this week.The hike in duties on fuel will be effective from May 6. Fuels like petrol and diesel do not come under the GST in India.India's Central government has decided to hike the excise duty on petrol by ₹10, and on diesel by ₹13, with effect from Wednesday (May 6) to fill the gaping hole in the exchequer left by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the notification clarified that the retail price of fuels won't rise to avoid hurting the consumer. That would mean that state-owned fuel retailers like Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), Bharat Petroleum Corporation (BPCL), and Hindustan




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For every ₹100 spent on petrol and diesel in India, ₹70 goes towards taxes

The Indian government increased the excise duty on petrol and diesel by ₹10 and ₹13 per litre respectively, hoping to mop up ₹1.6 lakh crore this year.As a result of this, tax on petrol and diesel comprises of 70% of the total price per litreWith the crude oil prices at historically low levels, this could help the government reduce the fiscal deficit at a time when the economy has come to a standstill due to the nationwide lockdown.Amid the falling crude prices, the cash-strapped Indian government has increased the excise duty on petrol and diesel by ₹10 and ₹13 per litre respectively. The increase in excise duty has now taken the tax component in the auto fuels to almost 70% and with this, the government hopes to mop up ₹1.6 lakh crore this year.Various state governments across the country




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3 corona patients die in Indore on Friday; case count rises to 1,727 till 8th May morning

Indore, May 8 () Three COVID-19 patients, two ofthem senior citizens, succumbed in Madhya Pradesh's Indore, taking the toll to 86 in the district, where the count of positive cases breached the 1,700-mark, a senior official saidon Friday. Chief Medical and Health Officer (CMHO) Praveen Jadiasaid with 28 more people testing positive for the virus inpast 24 hours, the count has reached 1,727 in the district,the worst-hit by the infection in the state.Three men, aged 82, 63 and 40, succumbed to COVID-19,the CMHO said, adding they were also suffering from different illnesses.Of the 1,727 cases reported in the district so far,663 patients have recovered, while 86 have died.According to the latest data, the case-mortality rate(that is total deaths out of total COVID-19 infections),stands at 4.98




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Legendary magician Roy Horn of Siegfried and Roy has died from complications related to the coronavirus

Roy Horn, one half of the Las Vegas magic duo Siegfried & Roy, has died aged 75 due to coronavirus complications.Horn's publicist Dave Kirvin confirmed that he died in a Las Vegas hospital on Friday after testing positive for the coronavirus last week."Today, the world has lost one of the greats of magic, but I have lost my best friend," read a statement from Siegfried Fischbacher.Visit Insider's homepage for more stories.Roy Horn of the iconic Siegfried & Roy magic duo has died aged 75 from complications related to the coronavirus.The legendary magician died at Mountain View Hospital in Las Vegas on Friday, his publicist Dave Kirvin confirmed. He added that Horn had tested positive for the coronavirus last week, according to the New York Times.The German-born double act, Horn and Siegfried




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Rihanna's dad Ronald Fenty, 66, 'thought he would die' after being stricken by coronavirus

'My daughter Robyn was checking in on me every day,' he said, referring to the pop star by her birth name.




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Broadway actress Laurel Griggs dies at the young age of 13

Broadway actress Laurel Griggs passed away aged 13 on November 5 and was laid to rest on Friday, November 8. The teenager had been living with her parents and going to public school in Manhattan.




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Broadway star and SNL actress Laurel Griggs died 'from a massive asthma attack' aged 13 

The teen passed away on November 5 and was laid to rest on Friday, November 8. Her family told the New York Post that she had suffered a fatal asthma attack.




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Broadway stars pay tribute to actress Laurel Griggs who died of a massive asthma attack aged 13

Broadway theaters dimmed the lights on their marquees on Friday in honor of Laurel Griggs, as fellow actors took to social media to pay tribute to the 13-year-old star who died of asthma.




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Reno Rumble's Sarah meets homeowners whose three children died from car crashes

Emotions ran high on Monday night's installment of Reno Rumble thanks to the incredibly tragic history of the teams' new home owners. 




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SAG Awards 2019: Joseph Fiennes gazes at wife Maria Dolores Dieguez

The 48-year-old actor showed a touch of class as he opted to don a single-breasted black suit and bow tie, which boasted a velvet lapel.




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Mother's TRIPLE tragedy as son dies following deaths of father and step-father in road accidents

Taylor Swift was in 'good spirits' and his 'usual cheeky self' when he went out with friends before running out from behind a stationary bus and into an oncoming vehicle in Bridlington, East Yorkshire.




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Grant Denyer claims The Voice Australia's live audience was left frustrated

Grant Denyer has sensationally claimed that audience members at a recent taping of The Voice Australia were held inside the studio 'against their will'. 




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The Voice Australia audience member slams show for only feeding them 'gluten free, s****y chips'

The Voice Australia started filming its eighth season in Sydney recently. 




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The Voice contestant Natasha Stuart dies from breast cancer age 43 as David Campbell leads tributes

Natasha Stuart passed away from breast cancer at the age of 43 on Wednesday.




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OnePlus 8, OnePlus 8 Pro packs in goodies worth ₹4,000 in its Pop-up Box

OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro pop-up boxes will soon go on sale starting at ₹45,999.The pop-up boxes include the new Bullets Wireless Z and a bumper case worth ₹4,000. They will be available from the OnePlus website in May.OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro Pop-up box will soon be available for purchase in India, with goodies worth ₹4,000 for free. The OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro pop-up box costs ₹1,000 extra when compared to the regular phone prices.Here’s what you’ll get with the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro pop-up box75321026The OnePlus 8 pop-up box includes the 8GB + 128GB variant in Onyx Black or Glacial Green colours, the new Bullets Wireless Z (Black), Cyan Bumper Case and a Nylon Bumper Case.75321033On the other hand, the OnePlus 8 Pro pop-up box includes the 12GB + 256GB variant in Onyx Black




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Eddie Jones in talks over staying on as England boss until 2023

England were on course for their first Six Nations title since 2017 after Scotland stunned title favourites France at Murrayfield.




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Rugby Union discipline Eddie Jones after he criticised referee's decision to send off Manu Tuilagi

England coach Eddie Jones has been disciplined by his bosses at the RFU following his scathing criticism of referee Ben O'Keeffe.




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George Wilson 'Doddie' Weir opens up on motor neurone disease battle

Surrounded by the trophies accumulated by a football club over more than a century, Doddie Weir temporarily abandons his rugby past and dives, studs up, into fitba' speak.




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Eddie Jones agrees to take 25 per cent pay cut from £750,000-a-year salary

Eddie Jones has agreed to a pay cut 'in excess of 25 per cent' as part of the RFU's attempts to off-set the financial impact of the coronavirus outbreak, which has led to a shut-down of the rugby season.




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Eddie Jones may be Marmite but there was no obvious candidates to replace him as England head coach

CHRIS FOY: There has been a polarised response to the news that Eddie Jones will remain England's head coach until the 2023 World Cup. Many people are delighted. Others are aghast.




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Eddie Jones stuck in Japan as England's July tour of the country is likely to be called off

Eddie Jones is stuck in Japan due to the coronavirus outbreak where England still intend to tour in July - although it is increasingly likely the trip will be called off this month.




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Alex Mitchell is the scrum half earmarked by Eddie Jones to fill England's gaping void

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Picked as a Six Nations 'apprentice' in January, complete with the customary asterisk to mark his status, Alex Mitchell is Eddie Jones' latest England project.




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Player exodus to begin after England fly-half Freddie Burns seals move to Toyota Shokki Shuttles 

A player exodus from Britain to Japan is in prospect, after former England fly-half Freddie Burns announced a move to the Far East and other high-profile names are set to follow him.




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Sadie Frost, 54, attends adidas event after visiting son Rafferty Law on set

Sadie Frost, 54, was enjoying a night out on Tuesday, attending the 'adidas LDN presents the Future of Sport' event in central London.




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Rafferty Law cuddles up to his mother Sadie Frost in rare snap during brief break from filming Twist

The rising actor, 23, took a brief break from the set as he enjoyed some quality time with his famous mother Sadie Frost near their family home in the Cotswolds on Monday.




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Tunisian President Beji Caid Essebsi dies at 92 first democratically-elected president

Tunisia's 92-year-old president, Beji Caid Essebsi, who helped guide the North African country's transition to democracy after a 2011 revolution, has died, the presidency said on Thursday.




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Mother-of-three, 32, nearly died after £2,500 tummy tuck surgery in Tunisian clinic

WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT: Abigail Fernandez who lives in Cornwall said she was 'horrified' after her wound became infected following the botched tummy tuck surgery in Tunisia.




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50 must-see comedies from the 2000s, according to critics




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Cricket's 'magic' up in smoke without live audience: Kohli

India captain Virat Kohli believes cricket will be robbed of its "magical moments" if games are forced into empty stadiums when the sport emerges from its...




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End of an era: Bangladesh's last Armenian dies

Michael Joseph Martin, Bangladesh's last Armenian, has died aged 89, bringing an end to the more than 300-year presence of the once thriving and powerful...




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Roy Horn, of magical duo Siegfried and Roy, dies

Roy Horn, half of Las Vegas illusionist duo Siegfried and Roy, died Friday of complications from the coronavirus. He was 75.Known for his work with big cats,...




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Indian protesters carry dead bodies into gas leak plant

Angry protesters carrying dead bodies stormed an Indian chemical plant on Saturday to demand the facility's closure after a toxic gas leak that killed 12...




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Russian volunteers search for fallen World War II soldiers

KHULKHUTA, Russia (AP) - Crouching over the sun-drenched soil, Alfred Abayev picks up a charred fragment of a Soviet warplane downed in a World War II battle...




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`Dedicated and loving´ nurse dies five weeks after...

Onyenachi Obasi was described by her family as an `example of unconditional love´.