North Korea fires missile over Japan
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Today's Headlines August 28
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North Korea fires missile over Japan in 'unprecedented threat'
Japan, which warned it citizens to take shelter, calls the missile launch an "unprecedented" threat.
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Storm Harvey: 'Catastrophic' flooding expected to worsen
Record water levels are only expected to surge further following a huge storm in Texas.
'Groomed and abused by 30-40 men'
From the age of 13, 'Ben' was abused by older men but says he was ignored by the authorities.
Trump restores police surplus military equipment scheme
A presidential executive order is signed which provides police with weapons and other equipment.
 
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India guru rape: Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh jailed for 20 years
There was further violence ahead of the sentencing of Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh.
Sport
Wildcard Sharapova stuns Halep in US Open thriller
Maria Sharapova makes a dramatic return to Grand Slam action by knocking out world number two Simona Halep at the US Open.
Moeen's classy innings helps England set up push for win
Moeen Ali's fine counter-attacking innings lays the foundation for England's bid for a final-day victory against West Indies.
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain: Chelsea set to sign Arsenal midfielder
Chelsea are set to sign Arsenal midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, whose Gunners contract expires at the end of the season.
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North Korea missile triggers Japan warning alarms
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'I was groomed and sexually abused by 30 or 40 men'
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Storm Harvey: Reporter rescues stranded lorry driver
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Storm Harvey: Viral photo prompts care home rescue
Magazine
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My partner vanished without warning. I had to find him
Kirsty and Zack had just celebrated the birth of their son when Zack vanished. Kirsty was determined to track him down.
Business
'Unprecedented' storm causes billions in damage
Experts predict a temporary spike in US gas prices but the overall economic damage will take longer to assess.
Manufacturers seek clarity over EU worker rights
Manufacturers warn of a recruitment crunch if they are unable to keep hiring EU workers after Brexit.
 
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Technology
TEDGlobal: The computer that can smell explosives
A device that fuses neurons and silicon has been shown off at the TEDGlobal conference in Tanzania.
Google error disrupts corporate Japan's web traffic
The tech giant's mistake resulted in widespread problems with internet banking and gaming sites.
Capital
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The massive money in football transfers
Top players change clubs for huge sums. But how does it all work?
 
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The mind games of online reviews
That five-star rating isn’t what it seems
Culture
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What are the greatest comedy lines?
From Python to Shaun of the Dead
 
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The street art flourishing in Bangkok
Exploring the arts and culture of Thailand
Earth
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The ocean is a strange place after dark
Moonlight triggers the world’s biggest orgy
 
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Incredible science of surfing and waves
The impressive facts, figures and science behind surfing and waves
Future
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The secrets of learning as an adult
An old dog really can learn new tricks, if you learn in the right way
 
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The Channel Tunnel that was never built
Plans for a second Chunnel have existed since 2000
Travel
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The US’ little-known geographic oddity
It only became part of the US due to an oversight
 
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Where afternoon tea really came from
Something to think about as you sip your next cuppa
 
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