North Korea 'working on new missiles', US officials say
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Today's Headlines July 30
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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.
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.
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.
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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Sport
'Kohli is cricket's Ronaldo' - but will he finally succeed in England?
India captain Virat Kohli is arguably the greatest batsman in the world, but why is his record in England so bad - and will that change this summer?
Liverpool 'one or two players short of winning title'
Liverpool have "done excellent business" and are close to having a team capable of winning the Premier League, says ex-Reds midfielder Charlie Adam.
Ibrahimovic scores his first MLS hat-trick
Zlatan Ibrahimovic scores his first MLS hat-trick as LA Galaxy come from behind to defeat Orlando City 4-3.
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The battle to stop ex-IS fighters reaching Europe
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Bruce Beach has built a 10,000 sq ft nuclear bunker
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Georgia's rave revolution
Magazine
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Retroactive jealousy: Obsessed with my partner’s past
Zachary Stockill couldn't stop thinking about his partner's sexual past. His obsession killed the relationship - then he learned it could be cured.
Business
The impact of trade tariffs on two US firms
Some firms have raised prices to shield them from the impact of tariffs, but others are under strain.
Out-of-office: Would you quote Rick Astley?
Not everyone sticks to the standard out-of-office reply - we take a look at the more unusual ones.
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Technology
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.
Overwatch League: London Spitfire triumph in first final
London Spitfire scored a solid victory over its opponent, Philadelphia Fusion, in the e-sports final.
Capital
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Making big money rating dogs
The man behind WeRateDogs finds suprising success in dog tweets
 
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Mansplaining, explained in one chart
Explaining helpfully, or condescending? This diagram shows the difference
Culture
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The problem with Heathcliff
Why literature’s greatest love story is toxic
 
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The world’s hardest singing styles
From Tuvan throat singing to yodelling, which is the toughest to master?
Earth
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The worst storm in British history?
It caused havoc across swathes of the country
 
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The world's most extreme dog patrol
The beauty of the Arctic as seen by Greenland's elite dog sled team
Future
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Is this the end of laundry?
We’re at the point where AI can take on mundane household tasks
 
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Are first impressions really accurate?
Many of us think we're good at reading other people... but are we really?
Travel
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The truth about the humble French fry
‘It’s not a French fry, it’s a Francophone fry’
 
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Where it's rude to be on time
It’s almost as awkward as turning up to a party when you weren’t invited at all
 
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