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Robert Hackwill

Armenia

Small town boy Pashinian is roll of dice to lead Armenia

The people have changed the political game in Armenia, but just who is the new prime Minister Nikol Pashinian?

France

Talks drag on as French rail unions and government lock horns on services' future

Rolling strikes continue as talks grind on with unions determined to preserve the SNCF's public service ethos.

Economy

Coffee giants join forces as Nestle gets to distribute Starbucks' products worldwide

The Seattle company goes to Switzerland to firm up its bottom line with a licence deal that allows Nestle to trade with its world number one brand.

Lebanon

Turnout turnoff as Lebanese voters stay away from vote that changes little

Less than half the electorate voted in a poll that strengthens Hezbollah and pro-Iranian forces, and saw the return of major pro-Assad figures, but Prime Minister Hariri is expected to stay on.

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France

Emmanuel Macron's first year in power - could do better

The young president came to power promising to shake things up. But has he taken France a step back to presidential pomp and popular confrontation?

Argentina

Marches in Peru & Argentina demand new cannabis laws

Countries dragging their feet on applying relaxations on medical grounds and patients are suffering, say campaigners.

Turkey

Ankara hit by unprecedented downpour

Hours of rain falls in minutes as one district of the Turkish capital sees streets swept clear of cars and roadside businesses by flash floods, injuring several people.

Poland

One dead, four missing after unprecedented tremor traps Polish miners underground

Race to save four missing men is on after earthquake near Czech border hits team drilling new deep corridor 900 metres below surface.

Pakistan

Cave-in kills 23 miners in Pakistan

At least 23 victims were all reportedly from same village.

Gaza

Explosion in Gaza building kills six Hamas members

Hamas's military wing accuses Israel, but the army denies involvement.

Lebanon

As chaos swirls on Lebanon's doorstep, the people get a say, at last

It's been nearly a decade since the people of Lebanon had a chance to determine their country's future in a parliamentary vote. Much has changed since then, and not all for the better.

Sport

Froome bids for historic win as Giro d'Italia opens in Jerusalem

The first of the season's great cycle races begins on Friday with Britain's Chris Froome looking to complete the set of blue riband trophies, and become the first rider to hold all three at the same time since Eddie Merckx.

Spain

Rajoy says ETA disappearing will not erase its crimes

Spain's prime minister adds the quest for justice for the families of victims will continue, ruling out concessions or pardons.

Cult

The Eusebio legend revealed in new movie "Ruth"

The prodigy's early days were far from straightforward, and his contested transfer from Mozambique to Portugal became a bitter struggle between rivals Benfica and Sporting Lisbon.

India

Deadly superstorms in northern India shatter homes and lives

Severe dust and thunderstorms lashing northern India have killed over 120 people and left a trail of destruction.

Italy

The Primavera turns 50 as Vespa celebrate the scooter that gave the world wings

As the sun returns Italy embarks on a year of celebrations of the iconic 1968 model, and in Piaggio's hometown of Pontedera locals celebrate the success of a concept that has made the town wealthy, and Piaggio a market leader.

United Kingdom

The British 'sickie' is dead, but institute warns against working while ill

CIPD publishes list of recommendations to change workplace culture and establish best practices.

Armenia

Battle lines drawn as Armenian opposition defies parliament and calls for transport blockade of country

With the ruling party-dominated parliament and the opposition clashing head-on, there appears no prospect of an early resolution to the poitical crisis.

USA

Gibson goes looking for the lost chord as the company files for bankruptcy

Declining guitar sales and a flawed diversification four years ago have dragged the legendary guitar-maker into crisis.

USA

Trump fury at leaked legal notes he claims exonerate him of collusion

But the latest legal developments include a warning from Robert Mueller that his inquiry is ready to subpoena the president if he refuses to appear before investigators.

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