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Mixed half year for US and Middle East markets

Looking back at the first six months of 2015 we see mixed fortunes in US and Middle East markets. Contrary to expectations, the United States had

USA

Ocean's Eleven and Karate Kid producer Jerry Weintraub dies

Jerry Weintraub, the producer behind the Ocean’s Eleven remakes and the promoter behind some of history’s biggest musical acts, has died. He was 77

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Stocks slightly lower after Greek vote

Wall Street opened lower on Monday but less sharply than expected, chiming with its peers in Europe. The Dow was down half a percent at the open

Iran

West increases pressure on Iran in nuclear talks

Time is running out on closing a deal with Iran over curbing its nuclear programme in return for sanctions relief. The deadline is Tuesday and six

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US: parades and fireworks for Independence Day

Stormy weather and security concerns did nothing to dampen the spirits as Americans gathered on the streets to celebrate Independence Day. Happy

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Iran nuclear deal 'never closer' says Foreign Minister Zarif

Iran's foreign minister has taken to YouTube to voice cautious optimism about a final nuclear deal between his country and six world powers as talks continue in Vienna.

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Solar Impulse completes record flight across Pacific

A solar powered plane has successfully completed a record-breaking five-day nonstop solo flight across the Pacific Ocean. The Solar Impulse is the

World News

New reports of US spying on German government officials

German foreign minister Frank-Walter Steinmeier said that new allegations of US spying on senior German government officials’ telephones need to be

Sport

England suffer World Cup heartbreak in Edmonton

England’s historic journey at the women’s world cup in Canada ended in heartbreak on Wednesday night when the Lionesses lost to holders Japan in the

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US formally asks Switzerland to extradite FIFA officials

The United States has formally asked Switzerland to extradite seven FIFA officials arrested at the end of May in a corruption inquiry. It is the

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Misty Copeland becomes first African-American prima ballerina

Misty Copeland has been named principal dancer by the American Ballet Theater – the first time a black ballerina has held the prestigious role

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Girl in US confronts anti-gay protestor and inspires thousands

USA

Cuba / US relations: First the embassies next the trade embargo?

President Barack Obama’s announcement that both Cuba and the United States will reopen their embassies is a major step towards normalising relations

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US and Cuba to reopen embassies later this month

The United States plans to raise its flag over a US embassy in Cuba’s capital Havana later this month. US President Barack Obama has announced plans

Sport

USA into World Cup final with Germany win

Carli Lloyd and Kelley O’Hara fired the United States passed European Champions Germany and into their fourth Women’s World Cup final. It was a

USA

Ku Klux Klan set for Confederate flag rally as black church fires probed

The Ku Klux Klan (KKK) is set to stroke tensions in South Carolina, it’s emerged, as investigators probe a series of fires at predominantly black

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US and Cuba expected to re-open embassies

Ending half a century of animosity - US and Cuba to announce re-opening embassies in each other's capitals.

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US: Republican Chris Christie launches 2016 presidential campaign

Chris Christie has formally launched his bid for the 2016 US presidential election. The New Jersey governor has vowed to be the straight-talking

Cinema

Marvel Studios' 'Ant-Man' hits the big screen this summer

Just in time for summer, Marvel Studios are launching their latest superhero movie ‘Ant-Man’. Its star-studded cast made up of Paul Rudd, Evangeline

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