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North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles towards East Sea
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Unbeaten legend Winx's $7 million foal retires without racing
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Trump to AFP: Iran deal 'total and complete victory' for US
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Solar push helps Pakistan temper Gulf energy shock
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Iraqi armed group releases US journalist
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Forest's Igor Jesus eyes Europa League 'dream', Villa brace for Bologna in quarters
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In-demand prop De Lutiis rebuffs Ireland to commit to Australia
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US, Iran agree to 11th-hour truce after Trump apocalyptic threats
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Trump suspends Iran bombing for two weeks, after apocalyptic threats
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Latest Anthropic AI model finds cracks in software defenses
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McIlroy chases Masters repeat at lightning-fast Augusta
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Arsenal's Raya hailed as 'world's best keeper' after denying Sporting
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Bayern's Kompany praises 'special' Neuer display in win at Real Madrid
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Diaz, Kane give Bayern vital Champions League win at Real
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Havertz strikes late as Arsenal steal Champions League advantage against Sporting
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Pakistan makes last-minute bid to avert Trump threat to destroy Iran
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Artemis II crew basks in glow of lunar flyby en route to Earth
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Global stocks mostly fall ahead of Trump's deadline for Iran
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Trump weighs plea for Iran deadline extension
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Artemis and ISS astronauts share celestial call
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Former Romania coach Lucescu dies aged 80
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Iran says ready for anything after Trump warns 'whole civilization will die'
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French couple head home after more than three years in Iranian jail
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Extra Masters security eases anxiety battle for Woodland
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Atletico's Simeone hails 'exemplary' departing Griezmann
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Relaxed McIlroy finds new challenges after Masters win
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Russia, China veto UN resolution on reopening Strait of Hormuz
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Indigenous groups demand greater land protection in Brazil protest
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Fitzpatrick tries to balance goals ahead of Masters
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Trump branded 'crazy' over apocalyptic Iran threats
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Vance hails Orban as 'model' for Europe in pre-election Hungary visit
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McIlroy starting with Young, Howell in Masters repeat bid
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Isak named in Liverpool squad for PSG clash after long injury absence
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Young says rise up rankings gives him belief for Masters
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Artemis II crew snaps historic Earthset photo on way home
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Oil rises, stocks fall ahead of Trump's Iran deadline
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French couple leave Iran after more than three years in detention
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NASA releases picture of 'Earthset' shot by Artemis crew
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Trump warns 'whole civilization will die' in Iran if ultimatum expires
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Rubio takes up Qatar strike unease with Netanyahu
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New Nepal interim ministers sworn in after protests
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Cluster bombs kill, wound over 1,200 in Ukraine since 2022: monitor
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Australia, Papua New Guinea to sign 'historic' defence deal
A defence deal to be signed this week could see Papua New Guineans serve in the Australian military, Canberra said on Monday, the pact seen as an attempt to counter Beijing's rising Pacific influence.
Myanmar junta says no voting in dozens of constituencies
Myanmar's junta acknowledged Monday its long-promised election would not be held in about one in seven national parliament constituencies, as it battles myriad rebel forces opposed to the poll.
Rubio to discuss Qatar aftermath, Gaza with Netanyahu
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets Monday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to examine the aftermath of an Israeli strike in Qatar opposed by Washington and its effects on efforts for a Gaza truce.
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Philippines president says corruption scandal protests justified
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos said Monday he did not blame people for taking part in street protests "one bit" as anger mounts over a corruption scandal involving phony flood control projects.
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US President Donald Trump arrives in the UK late Tuesday for a state visit with his wife, Melania -- a rare privilege made at the invitation of King Charles III.
100 days later, US federal workers navigate post-Musk wreckage
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Turkey court tries case that could oust opposition leadership
Tens of thousands of people protested in Ankara ahead of a key court hearing Monday targeting Turkey's main CHP opposition party that could see its leadership upended.
Trump concerned S. Korean arrests could 'frighten' investors
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Macau's first 'patriots' election sees low turnout
Macau's first "patriots only" legislative polls on Sunday saw one of the worst turnout rates in recent years, preliminary results showed, after authorities disqualified a dozen candidates and arrested a former opposition lawmaker.
Two ships set sail from Greece to join Gaza aid flotilla
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Bolsonaro conviction 'not a witch hunt,' Lula tells Trump in NYT op-ed
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Tens of thousands join Ankara protest ahead of court showdown
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Romania summons Russian ambassador over drone 'threat'
Romania on Sunday strongly condemned the entry of a Russian drone into its airspace during an attack on neighbouring Ukraine, with the foreign ministry summoning Moscow's ambassador over the incident.
'Palestine wins the Vuelta': Gaza demo halts cycling finale in Madrid
Waves of pro-Palestinian protesters washed over Madrid on Sunday for the Vuelta's final stage, bringing to a crescendo three weeks of upheaval over the Israeli-Premier Tech team's participation in clouds of smoke and tear gas.
India limit Pakistan to 127-9 in key Asia Cup T20 clash
Kuldeep Yadav led the charge as India restricted Pakistan to 127-9 in a key Asia Cup clash on Sunday as the two countries met on the pitch for the first time since a military conflict between them in May.
Fans set aside boycott calls to watch India-Pakistan cricket clash
Die-hard India and Pakistan cricket fans thronged the stadium in Dubai despite stifling heat on Sunday to watch the high-profile Asia Cup encounter, saying politics must take a back seat.
Netanyahu says US alliance 'has never been stronger' as Rubio visits
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that a visit to Israel by top US diplomat Marco Rubio underscored the strength of ties between the allies, days after an unprecedented Israeli strike targeting Hamas leaders in Qatar drew broad criticism.
Starmer says UK won't tolerate racial intimidation after far-right rally
Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Sunday Britain would not tolerate people feeling intimidated "because of their background or the colour of their skin" after a large far-right protest was marked by battles with police.
Netanyahu says US an 'extraordinary friend' during Rubio visit
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that a visit to Israel by top US diplomat Marco Rubio underscored the strength of ties between the allies, days after an unprecedented Israeli strike targeting Hamas leaders in Qatar drew broad criticism.
Spain PM 'proud' of pro-Palestinian protests at Vuelta
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Rubio visits Israel in aftermath of Qatar strike
Top US diplomat Marco Rubio began a visit to Israel on Sunday, after expressing the Trump administration's unwavering support for its ally in the war with Hamas despite a strike in Qatar that drew broad criticism of Israel.
New Nepal PM vows to follow protesters' demands to 'end corruption'
Nepal's new leader vowed Sunday to follow protesters' demands to "end corruption" as she began work as interim prime minister, after "Gen Z" youth demonstrations ousted her predecessor.