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UN Security Council meets tomorrow after Russian missile attack on children's hospital

Dozens Dead in Russian Rocket Attack on Ukrainian Cities, Including Children's Hospital; UK Ambassador to UN Vows Condemnation, but Unlikely to Lead to Changes in Security Council Meeting

July 8, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Hamilton wins blood-curdling GP of Britain, Verstappen overtakes just too late

Hamilton wins thrilling British GP, with Verstappen staying at the top of the World Championship standings despite a close finish as the race was filled with rain and excitement, and a new ranking emerges with the home crowd cheering on British favorites.

July 7, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Drug advertising increasingly brazen, Trimbos worries

Drug dealers are increasingly using professional ads and newer platforms such as Telegram to advertise their wares and create customer loyalty. The Trimbos Institute and police are concerned about these new tactics and the potential nuisance it poses.

July 7, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Italian disco hero Pino D'Angiò dies at age 71

Beloved Italian singer Pino D'Angiò, also known as Giuseppe Chierchia, has passed away at the age of 71 after battling serious health issues. Fans remember him as a disco legend and icon who brought joy to the world with his music.

July 7, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

'Pre-loved': more and more brands are selling their own products secondhand

More and more fashion brands are jumping on the secondhand clothing trend by allowing customers to return their worn clothes in exchange for store credit, which is then resold on their own websites. This is seen as both a sustainability strategy and a way to profit from the growing secondhand clothing market, but experts question its effectiveness in reducing overall clothing production.

July 6, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Professional cyclist Drege (25) dies after fall in Tour of Austria

Tragically overshadowing the sporting news at the Tour of Austria, Norwegian cyclist André Drege passed away after a crash during the fourth stage. The 25-year-old rider was having a successful season with seven victories, and his team has received an outpouring of support on social media.