Bangladesh rock Australia as historic Test win in sight
Australia close Day Three of the first Test against Bangladesh on 161-4, trailing the record-chasing tourists by 67.
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FIFA World Cup and Olympics cited as Coe warns of politicians near sport
World Athletics' president says political influence in sport must be kept in check with LA Olympics on horizon.
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Venus Williams hits 13-game tennis losing streak with Cincinnati Open exit
Seven-time Grand Slam winner Venus Williams defeated 6-2, 6-2 by Emiliana Arango in the first round of Cincinnati Open.
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The women India’s biggest river project forgot
As the Ken-Betwa dam displaces thousands, legal protections on compensation are being ignored.
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Arteta assures Arsenal fans over contract before Man City clash
Mikel Arteta, who ended Arsenal's 22-year wait for a Premier League title, says contract negotiations will be resolved.
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FIFA’s Infantino gets backing of White House chief Giuliani over World Cup
Andrew Giuliani, son of ex-New York Mayor Rudy Giuliani, tells critics of FIFA's Gianni Infantino 'it's just politics'.
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A Syrian intervention in Lebanon would be too costly for Damascus
Despite pressure from the US to intervene against Hezbollah, the Syrian government is unlikely to do so.
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Israeli strike kills seven in south Lebanon as attacks intensify
Deadliest Israeli attack in Lebanon since June agreements significantly reduced hostilities.
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Moment Israeli forces storm wedding hall in occupied West Bank
Israeli forces stormed a wedding hall in al-Eizariya town in the occupied West Bank and assaulted Palestinian attendees.
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South Korea’s president wants talks with North to end Korean War
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has proposed talks with North Korea to formally end the Korean War.
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Small-scale projects offer hope for Gaza farmers rebuilding lives
Greenhouses and rented plots are lifelines for Gaza's farmers, helping them grow crops despite the extensive destruction
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How a Sudanese refugee became a head teacher in a Chadian camp
Displaced by Sudan’s war, Sahra now leads a refugee school where education offers children safety and hope.
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Morocco boosts Ceuta security amid calls for mass migrant crossing
Morocco has added barbed wire and more police near Spain’s Ceuta enclave after online calls for another mass crossing.
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On the ground in Indonesia following 7.7 magnitude earthquake
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck off eastern Indonesia early Saturday, killing at least five people.
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Taiwan passes defence budget after record delay, retains drone funding
Taiwan parliament ends deadlock, ensuring vital drone programme funding amid rising cross-strait tensions with Beijing.
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Iran says no decision yet on a return to talks with the US
FM Abbas Araghchi says Iran is working with Oman on routes, but Hormuz shipping depends on US meeting conditions.
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What we know about the crisis aboard the USS Lincoln
The US President has brushed off reports of dire conditions and a mental health crisis aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.
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Did the US really destroy Iran’s ballistic missile capability?
The US claims it destroyed Iran’s missile capability, but a former White House adviser calls that a “pipe dream".
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India marks 80th Independence Day with military display
India marked its 80th Independence Day at Delhi’s historic Red Fort.
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HRW says US civil rights enforcement reduced under Trump: What to know
A new report documents how federal agencies have reduced the number of civil rights cases they pursue as staffing falls.
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US President Trump says he will declare Strait of Hormuz US territory
US President Donald Trump said he will “soon” declare the Strait of Hormuz a US territory.
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Venezuela says 131 political prisoners freed amid post-Maduro talks
As detainees granted 'alternative' to imprisonment, US welcomes release as crucial step for Venezuela's reconciliation.
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7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes eastern Indonesia
A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Indonesia, damaging buildings and sending residents to higher ground.
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At least 20 killed as magnitude 7.7 quake hits Indonesia
The death toll is expected to climb further as emergency teams continue search and rescue efforts.
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Mangione pleads guilty as polarising CEO killing reaches new phase
Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty to federal charges over the fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in 2024.
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