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Yamal off the mark at World Cup as Spain thrash Saudi Arabia
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Yamal off mark at World Cup as Spain thrash Saudi
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Yamal scores on injury return as Spain thrash Saudi Arabia
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Noskova overpowers Pegula to win Berlin WTA
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Iran warns US to 'be careful' after Trump threat
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Gakpo savours 'freedom' to fire Dutch in World Cup title bid
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Cerundolo outlasts Paul to win marathon Queen's Club final
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Pogacar wins final stage to seal Tour of Switzerland success
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Henry the hero for New Zealand as England bring back Stokes
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Bolivia removes roadblocks after emergency decree
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Vance hopes US, Iran can turn 'new leaf' with talks
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Europe sweats through new heatwave, with worse to come
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Trump-backed hardliner faces leftist senator as Colombia votes
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Japan striker Ueda channels frustration to send World Cup warning
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Dominant Tiafoe swats aside Fritz to win Halle Open
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France hosts street music festival despite worsening heatwave
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India hails Sooryavanshi after record 11-ball half-century
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Swiss US-Iran talks venue a playground of world leaders, movie stars
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Yamal returns to kickstart Spain attack against Saudi Arabia
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Colombians vote in presidential runoff
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Nigerian twins Taiwo and Kehinde marry... Taiwo and Kehinde
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Marc Marquez wins Czech MotoGP to close gap on banned Bezzecchi
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France presses ahead with street music festival despite extreme heat
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Marc Marquez wins Czech MotoGP as Bezzecchi banned
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'Historical justice': Dutch PM makes formal apology to Moluccans
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Stokes to return as England captain for 3rd New Zealand Test - McCullum
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Henry the hero as New Zealand level England series in style
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Britain's King Charles to reveal personal tax bill: Palace
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Gill to skipper India against England, Kohli to play if fit
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France presses ahead with street music festivals despite extreme heat
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UK's Starmer mulling 'political realities': senior minister
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England's Stokes and Atkinson withdrawn from county games ahead of 3rd Test
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France presses ahead with music festivals despite extreme heat
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Ukrainian strikes on Russian-annexed Crimea kill 4, pause fuel sales
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Springboks recall 'outstanding' Papier for Nations Championship
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US, Iran set for talks as Lebanon conflict threatens deal
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Bezzecchi out of Czech MotoGP after slapping steward
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Spain target convincing win to dispel World Cup doubts
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FIFA draws criticism as Infantino clocks up air miles at World Cup
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Curacao keeper Room jokes he deserves statue after World Cup heroics
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Japan stroll to victory over Tunisia in World Cup's 1,000th game
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Pakistan's mango exports shrink as Middle East war impacts linger
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Trump blames 'terrible vandals' for Washington pool renovation woes
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Iran World Cup travel restrictions to be eased, says coach
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Man charged over suspected anti-Muslim attacks in Edinburgh
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Room heroics earn Curacao World Cup point against Ecuador
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Britain's King Charles to reveal personal tax bill: reports
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New mindset, prior win give Clark confidence at US Open
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Fly-half Love ready for All Blacks start after Super Rugby heroics
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Scheffler eager to seize the moment as career slam beckons
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Russian Filippov wins first medal at Milan-Cortina Games for individual neutral athletes
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Dozens killed in jihadist attacks in northwest Nigeria
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Repsol says could boost Venezuela oil output over 50% in 12 months
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UN says Israeli actions raise 'ethnic cleansing' fears in West Bank, Gaza
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UN Sudan probe finds 'hallmarks of genocide' in El-Fasher
The UN's independent fact-finding mission on Sudan said Thursday the paramilitary siege and capture of El-Fasher bore "the hallmarks of genocide".
Facing US warnings, Iran defends right to nuclear enrichment
Iran's atomic energy chief on Thursday said "no country can deprive Iran of the right" to nuclear enrichment, following fresh US warning that there were "many reasons" to strike the Islamic republic.
British couple held in Iran sentenced to 10 years
A British couple detained in Iran since January 2025 have been sentenced to 10 years in jail for espionage, their family announced on Thursday, prompting condemnation from the UK government.
Ex-S.Korea leader Yoon gets life in prison for insurrection
A South Korean court sentenced ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol to life in prison on Thursday after finding him guilty of leading an insurrection with his martial law declaration in 2024.
South Korea's Yoon: from rising star to jailed ex-president
South Korea's former president Yoon Suk Yeol capped a remarkable fall from grace on Thursday when he was sentenced to life imprisonment over his bungled efforts to impose military rule.
India's Modi calls for inclusive tech at AI summit
Artificial intelligence must be accessible and inclusive, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi told world leaders and tech CEOs on Thursday, at a summit focused on the fast-evolving technology.
Australia rejects foreign threats after claim of China interference
Australia condemned foreign harassment of its residents Thursday after a media report alleged Chinese police had pressured food delivery riders in the country.
Somali militias terrorise locals after driving out Al-Qaeda
Fear starts to grip lorry driver Zakeriya Hersi whenever he reaches the edge of the central Somalian plains.
Australian defence firm helps Ukraine zap Russian drones
One of Australia's most highly valued defence firms is helping Ukrainian soldiers knock Russian drones off the battlefield, riding a surge in military spending by Western governments with tech combating the weapon of the future.
Cuban opposition figure Ferrer supports Maduro-like US operation for Cuba
Cuban opposition leader Jose Daniel Ferrer supports a US operation in his country akin to the one that ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro should the communist leadership refuse to give up power, he told AFP in an interview Wednesday.
High-stakes showdown in Nepal's post-uprising polls
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After Greenland, Arctic island Svalbard wary of great powers
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Sudan's historic acacia forest devastated as war fuels logging
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Jail, disgrace and death: the dark fates of South Korean leaders
South Korea's ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol faces prison or even the death penalty when he appears in court Thursday on insurrection charges stemming from his 2024 bid to impose martial law.
S. Korea court weighs death sentence for ex-president Yoon
A South Korean court will rule Thursday on insurrection charges against ex-president Yoon Suk Yeol, weighing whether he should be sentenced to death for his failed bid to impose military rule.
Trump kicks off his 'Board of Peace,' with eye on Gaza and beyond
US President Donald Trump on Thursday gathers allies to inaugurate the "Board of Peace," his new institution focused on progress on Gaza but whose ambitions reach much further.
Israel conducting 'gradual de facto annexation' of W.Bank: UN official
A top UN official warned Wednesday that steps by Israel to tighten control of areas of the West Bank administered by the Palestinian Authority amount to "gradual de facto annexation."
Major US naval, air buildup sets stage for potential Iran war
The massive US military buildup in the Middle East, including warships, fighter jets, and refueling aircraft, lays the foundation for a potentially sustained campaign against Iran -- should President Donald Trump give the order.
White House tells Iran to do deal as Trump hints at US strikes
The White House warned on Wednesday that Iran would be "wise" to do a deal with the United States as President Donald Trump once again hinted at military action.
Putin says Russia 'always' stands by Cuba, slams US sanctions
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Berlin Film Festival rejects accusation of censorship on Gaza
The director of the Berlin Film Festival on Wednesday rejected accusations from more than 80 film industry figures that the festival had helped censor artists who oppose Israel's actions in Gaza.