Six killed as Colombia boat sinks
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Today's Headlines June 25
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Six killed as Colombia boat sinks
Sixteen people are missing after the crowded vessel sinks on a reservoir near an Andean resort town.
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Ohio sites hacked with IS message
Governor John Kasich's site is one of those attacked, posting a threat to President Donald Trump.
Takata: Airbag-maker files for bankruptcy
Japanese firm faces billions of dollars of liabilities linked to the biggest ever automotive recall.
How Syrian refugees battle against cancer
Ammash, 4, has leukaemia and the funds for his treatment are running out.
 
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Turkey LGBT: Police stifle Istanbul Gay Pride rally
Organisers had vowed to defy authorities in Istanbul, who had banned the rally for a third year.
Sport
Hamilton calls Vettel a 'disgrace' after clash in Azerbaijan
Lewis Hamilton calls title rival Sebastian Vettel "a disgrace" after the Ferrari driver drove into his Mercedes in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
England v South Africa: Dawid Malan hits 78 as hosts win Twenty20 series
England win the Twenty20 series against South Africa as debutant Dawid Malan hits a rapid 78 in a 19-run victory at Cardiff.
Gatland comments desperate - All Blacks coach Hansen
Lions coach Warren Gatland's criticism of New Zealand's treatment of Conor Murray are "desperate", says All Blacks boss Steve Hansen.
Top Videos
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The moment Colombia passenger boat sank
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Mosul: 'Run and beware of snipers'
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Pakistan oil tanker blaze kills dozens
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Passenger films 'washing machine' flight
Magazine
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The woman helping Mongolians die with dignity
Fifteen years ago there was no such thing as palliative care - care for the dying - in Mongolia. Now there is, thanks to Odontuya Davaasuren.
Business
Takata: Airbag-maker files for bankruptcy
Japanese firm faces billions of dollars of liabilities linked to the biggest ever automotive recall.
Italy forced to bail out two more banks for 5.2bn euros
Rome will spend at least 5.2bn euros to rescue Banca Popolare di Vicenza and Veneto Banca.
 
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Technology
UK parliament hit by cyber-attack
MPs are unable to access emails remotely, as Westminster deals with a hacking attempt made on Friday.
Tech Tent: Uber at a crossroads
On the Tech Tent podcast this week, we explore the stunning resignation of Uber chief executive Travis Kalanick.
Capital
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The new way people get rich in China
The odd ways entrepreneurs are cashing in on a multi billion-dollar industry
 
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The men swapping trousers for skirts
A battle over hot-weather dress code heats up
Culture
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‘The moment things can start again’
How people have defied the chaos of ruins
 
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Striking photos of squashed commuters
Images reveal the crush of the Tokyo subway
Earth
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The animals that are almost invisible
These animals’ ability to control light renders them almost invisible
 
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Return of the otters
From California to Cambodia, otters are bouncing back
Future
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Is nuclear power worth it?
The challenge of managing the powerful, complicated energy source
 
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The world’s most powerful computer
Billions of calculations in the blink of an eye
Travel
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The English moor where wallabies roam
Though rare, sightings are still recorded
 
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Where people live in round houses
Built like a fortress, this unique structure is opening its doors to the world
 
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