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Russian natural gas supplies to Germany via the Baltic Sea pipeline Nord Stream 1 have been halted for 10 days for annual maintenance work. But German Economy Minister Robert Habeck warned that EU countries had to be prepared in case gas shipments did not resume. He has accused the Kremlin of using gas "as a weapon" in response to EU sanctions over the war in Ukraine. BBC News article

SAS operatives in Afghanistan repeatedly killed detainees and unarmed men in suspicious circumstances, according to a BBC investigation. Newly obtained military reports suggest that one unit may have unlawfully killed 54 people in one six-month tour. The BBC found evidence suggesting the former head of Special Forces failed to pass on evidence to a murder inquiry. BBC News article

The magic formula has NEVER been found. Relationships work for a variety of reasons, whose to say what is wrong or right for that person except the person themselves. Each to his own, thats why they are "special" when you get it right.

Just for info, I have a 100GB per month and I pay 1600baht a YEAR for it. Just for info, may be worth getting one and use it in the vacant slot.Then no worries about existing number. Just a suggestion, most networks have those annual sim deals.

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Given the opportunity, die with dignity and not be a burden to anyone would be the preferred choice of most I would think. How you actually achieve that is another matter. In an ideal world everyone would have access to "end of life" medication, where they can can choose to check out in their own way.

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As a tourist, you can keep receipts and claim back from the appropriate office in the Airport when departing. They will advise what is and isnt acceptable.

Sri Lanka's beleaguered President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has confirmed his resignation, says the prime minister's office, after protesters stormed both leaders' official residences. Demonstrators are still occupying the presidential palace and prime ministerial residence and have refused to leave until the leaders step down. The parliament speaker said on Saturday the president would resign on 13 July. Full article

The Aboriginal flag will now permanently fly on one of Australia's most iconic landmarks, after a five-year campaign by advocates. Earlier this year, the New South Wales (NSW) state government announced it would add the flag - and a new pole - to the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Full article

People across the country are set to sizzle on what could be the hottest day of the year so far as temperatures are expected to hit 33C (91.4F). Parts of the UK are due to be hotter than the likes of the Maldives and the Bahamas, with the sunny weather set to last until the weekend. Sky News article

Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has officially joined the race for the Tory leadership, with Home Secretary Priti Patel potentially set to announce her candidacy. A surprise entry has also been made by Foreign Office minister Rehman Chishti, meaning 11 Conservatives are now fighting to replace Boris Johnson as prime minister. Sky News article

Y3s, and you can collect or rearrange delivery.(thats doesnt always happen, areas vary, but that is what is supposed to happen)

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The visa cost is not going to be a deciding factor in whether you travel or not. Its a waste of money stopping the fee. They would be better stopping the ridiculous paper laden process and hassle it causes by making visa/extensions LONGER like 60 day exempt and 2 or 5 yr visas and scrap 90 day reports.Be more hospitable not hostile !

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Boris Johnson will today resign as prime minister as he finally bows to the pressure of swathes of government resignations. A No 10 source said Mr Johnson had spoken to the chairman of the Conservative backbench 1922 Committee, Sir Graham Brady, and agreed to stand down, with a new Tory leader set to be in place by the party's conference in October. SKY NEWS story.

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The pound has fallen to a two-year low against the dollar reflecting traders' increasing concerns about recession around the world as energy prices continue to soar. But sterling is also weak because markets are worried about future UK economic growth, analysts said. Sterling could fall even further after predictions of economic stagnation and as inflation rises, they added. London shares regained some ground on Wednesday following Tuesday's falls. Full Story Courtesy BBC News