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Blood sport at the White House for Trump's 80th birthday
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US President Donald Trump celebrated his 80th birthday with a brutal display of political machismo Sunday, turning White …
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Iran take center stage at World Cup as Spain make bow
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Iran will take center stage at the World Cup on Monday after arriving in the United States following a build-up shrouded …
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US and Iran reach deal to end war, reopen Hormuz
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The United States and Iran said they reached a deal to end the Middle East war on all fronts including Lebanon, and …
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Courts cracking down on error-strewn AI-assisted legal briefs
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When a US judge found fabricated quotes in a lawyer's brief earlier this year, the attorney admitted he had used Claude, …
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Deadly strikes on Ukraine leave Kyiv cathedral in flames
AFP - 2h ago
Russia fired a barrage of missiles at several major Ukrainian cities, setting Kyiv's historic Dormition Cathedral on …
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'This is our culture': Japan fans clean up World Cup stadium
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Japan fans left the stands spotless after their World Cup opener against the Netherlands in Texas on Sunday, saying it …
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Starbucks Korea to shutter outlets for history lessons after 'Tank Day' fiasco
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Starbucks stores across South Korea will shutter for half a day next week for staff to attend a history lesson following …
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Germany crush Curacao, Japan thwart Dutch at World Cup as Iran arrive
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Germany thrashed World Cup debutants Curacao 7-1 on Sunday while Japan fought back to grab a 2-2 draw with the …
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Iran World Cup coach says 'impacted' by politics but ignoring 'hype'
AFP - 3h ago
Iran's coach Amir Ghalenoei said on Sunday political tensions and visa issues have damaged his side's preparations for …
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Musical therapy: Classical concerts in New York for dementia sufferers
AFP - 5h ago
In his early sixties, Rob Kaufman suffered a medical emergency that caused him to faint and hit his head on a wood …
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Trump turns 80 with cage fight, Iran deal
AFP - 3h ago
US President Donald Trump celebrated his 80th birthday with an extraordinary display of political machismo Sunday, …
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US-Iran peace deal announced with 'permanent' end to military action
AFP - 4h ago
The United States and Iran agreed to a peace deal and an "immediate and permanent" end to military operations on all …
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US order cutting access to Anthropic's AI models sparks criticism
AFP - 6h ago
The US government's order for Anthropic to withdraw its most powerful artificial intelligence models has sparked a wave …
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Bitter communion: Cuban priests ordered to ration mass wafers
AFP - 6h ago
To the never-ending list of scarcities in Cuba comes a new addition: communion for the Catholic faithful.
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Iranian-Americans vow to protest World Cup game in Los Angeles
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When Iran takes to the field on Monday for the first game of its World Cup, Sara Barahman will be among the thousands of …
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Japan fight back in 2-2 Dutch thriller at World Cup
AFP - 4h ago
Japan scored an 89th-minute equaliser as they twice fought back to rescue a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in Texas on …
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Swiss reject divisive anti-immigration proposal
Jun 14 2026
Swiss authorities and economic players breathed a sigh of relief Sunday after voters narrowly rejected a divisive …
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Clashes as thousands protest in Geneva ahead of G7 summit in France
Jun 14 2026
Protesters in Geneva threw stones and firecrackers at the police, who responded with tear gas and water cannons during a …
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Trump insists Iran deal 'hours' away, despite Israeli strike on Beirut
Jun 14 2026
US President Donald Trump insisted on Sunday that a deal to end the Middle East war was just "hours" away, angrily …
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South Africa says 2,745 foreigners sent home in a week
Jun 14 2026
South Africa has repatriated 2,745 foreigners in the week after President Cyril Ramaphosa vowed tougher action against …
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Zelensky says will discuss Ukraine war with Trump at G7 summit
Jun 14 2026
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Sunday he will discuss the Russian invasion and efforts to end it during …
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Trump decries Israeli strike on Beirut, insists deal still close
Jun 14 2026
Donald Trump said an Israeli strike on Beirut "should not have happened" after it triggered a strong protest from Iran, …
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Hamilton claims his first Ferrari win at Barcelona Grand Prix
Jun 14 2026
Lewis Hamilton claimed his first victory for Ferrari on Sunday at the Barcelona-Catalunya Formula One Grand Prix, ending …
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UK intercepts Russian shadow fleet vessel in Channel
Jun 14 2026
British forces on Sunday intercepted a sanctioned oil tanker belonging to Russia's shadow fleet in a dramatic night-time …
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Vekic beats Raducanu in Queen's Club final to end title drought
Jun 14 2026
Donna Vekic won her first title in three years as the Croatian beat former US Open champion Emma Raducanu 6-0, 7-6 (8/6) …
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Iran says 'no point' in US talks after Beirut strike, casting doubt on deal
Jun 14 2026
Iran said on Sunday there was "no point" in peace talks with the United States, accusing it of failing to uphold its …
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Trump says US-Iran deal to be signed Sunday, Hormuz to open after
Jun 14 2026
US President Donald Trump said that a deal with Iran to end the Middle East war could be signed Sunday, and that the …
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Swiss reject divisive anti-immigration proposal: projections
Jun 14 2026
The Swiss appeared Sunday to have voted down a divisive anti-immigration proposal to cap the country's population, early …
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Swiss vote on divisive anti-immigration proposal
Jun 14 2026
Swiss voters will decide the fate of a divisive anti-immigration proposal on Sunday to cap the country's population, and …
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Tiny Curacao tackle Germany at World Cup as Iran arrive in US
Jun 14 2026
The smallest nation by population in the tournament comes face-to-face with the four-time winners on Sunday when tiny …
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Brazil held by Morocco in World Cup opener, Australia shock Turkey
Jun 14 2026
Five-time winners Brazil needed a superb Vinicius Junior equaliser to draw 1-1 with Morocco in their opening game at the …
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Brunson leads Knicks to first NBA title in 53 years
Jun 14 2026
The New York Knicks, fueled by a sensational 45 points from Jalen Brunson, rallied again to beat the San Antonio Spurs …
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Knicks beat Spurs to claim first NBA title in 53 years
Jun 14 2026
The New York Knicks, fueled by a sensational 45 points from Jalen Brunson, rallied again to beat the San Antonio Spurs …
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Trump says US-Iran deal to be signed Sunday, Hormuz to open afterwards
Jun 13 2026
US President Donald Trump said Saturday that a deal with Iran to end the war in the Middle East would be signed on …
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Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center arts venue
Jun 13 2026
Workers removed President Donald Trump's name from the facade of the prestigious Kennedy Center in Washington on …
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Anthropic cuts access to AI models over US 'national security' order
Jun 13 2026
Anthropic said Friday it has suspended access to two powerful AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, to comply with a US …
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US-Venezuela operation kills leader of Tren de Aragua gang
Jun 13 2026
The leader of the transnational gang Tren de Aragua was killed in a joint operation by the United States and Venezuela, …
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Ancelotti and Brazil face tough opening test at World Cup
Jun 13 2026
Five-time winners Brazil roll into the World Cup on Saturday when they play surprise 2022 semi-finalists Morocco in one …
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US-Iran deal could be finalised soon, mediator Pakistan says
Jun 13 2026
The United States and Iran could finalise an agreement to end the Middle East war within as little as 24 hours, mediator …
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Brazil enter the fray at the World Cup
Jun 13 2026
Five-time winners Brazil roll into the World Cup on Saturday when they play surprise 2022 semi-finalists Morocco in one …
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US-Iran deal could be sealed within 24 hours, mediator Pakistan says
Jun 13 2026
The United States and Iran could finalise an agreement to end the Middle East war "within 24 hours", key mediator …
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US says downed multiple Iran drones as both insist deal closer
Jun 13 2026
The United States said it downed multiple Iranian drones targeting commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz early …
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USA start World Cup bid with first game on home soil since 1994
Jun 12 2026
The United States launch their World Cup challenge on Friday, taking on Paraguay in the first game in the tournament on …
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US clears Paramount's $111 bn Warner Bros. takeover
Jun 12 2026
The US Justice Department on Friday cleared Paramount Skydance's $111 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, …
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US deportation flight carrying Iranians lands in C.African Republic
Jun 12 2026
A US deportation flight landed in the Central African Republic on Friday, lawyers and activists said, carrying nationals …
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Iran and US say deal closer than ever
Jun 12 2026
Iranian and US officials said Friday a deal to end the Middle East war was closer than ever, with mediator Pakistan also …
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David Beckham gets Hollywood star as World Cup begins in US
Jun 12 2026
Football idol David Beckham joined the ranks of entertainment royalty on Friday when he was honored with a star on the …
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Musk becomes world's first trillionaire as SpaceX shares soar
Jun 12 2026
Shares in Elon Musk's SpaceX closed almost 20 percent higher on their trading debut Friday after the biggest IPO in …
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Bruce Springsteen music center set to open in New Jersey
Jun 12 2026
Rock legend Bruce Springsteen is one of New Jersey's most famous native sons, and the Garden State is honoring The Boss …
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USA play first World Cup finals game on home soil since 1994
Jun 12 2026
The United States begin their World Cup challenge on Friday, taking on Paraguay in the first game in the tournament on …
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Iran says deal with US closer than ever as Trump lashes out
Jun 12 2026
Iran's foreign minister said Friday that a deal with the United States to end the Middle East war was closer than ever, …
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Contemporary art giant David Hockney dies aged 88
Jun 12 2026
British artist David Hockney, one of the most influential and defining figures in contemporary art whose paintings …
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Plane trouble delays pope's return after migrant-focused Spain visit
Jun 12 2026
Pope Leo XIV on Friday wrapped up a week-long visit to Spain that highlighted migrant issues, but his return to Rome was …
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Musk becomes world's first trillionaire as SpaceX shares jump
Jun 12 2026
Shares in Elon Musk's SpaceX jumped as much as 30 percent on their trading debut Friday after the biggest IPO in …
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UK faces hard choices over military spending: analysts
Jun 12 2026
The shock resignations of two UK defence ministers has thrown British military resources into the spotlight, after they …
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Ebola spreading into new areas in northeast DR Congo: WHO
Jun 12 2026
The Ebola outbreak is spreading into new areas of the northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo and is bigger in scale …
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SpaceX lifts off in record Wall Street debut
Jun 12 2026
Elon Musk's SpaceX began its first day as a public company on Wall Street Friday after the biggest initial public …
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New Zealand great Williamson says 'right time' to retire from international cricket
Jun 12 2026
New Zealand's most prolific run-scorer and arguably greatest batsman Kane Williamson announced his immediate retirement …
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British artist David Hockney dies aged 88
Jun 12 2026
British artist David Hockney, one of the most influential and defining figures in contemporary art whose paintings …
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Iran insists on nuclear enrichment under any deal with US
Jun 12 2026
Iran insisted on Friday on its right to enrich uranium and maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz under any deal …
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Pope urges migrants to integrate during Canary Islands visit
Jun 12 2026
Pope Leo XIV renewed his support for migrants on Friday in the Canary Islands, saying "all of us are migrants" and urged …
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British art 'giant' David Hockney dies aged 88
Jun 12 2026
British artist David Hockney, one of the most influential and defining figures in contemporary art, whose paintings …
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SpaceX IPO set for liftoff in record market debut
Jun 12 2026
Elon Musk's SpaceX was set to begin trading on the Nasdaq exchange on Friday with the biggest initial public offering in …
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David Hockney: contemporary master of brilliant, bold colours
Jun 12 2026
British artist David Hockney's paintings captured the world in brilliant colour, from carefree 1960s California to the …
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'All of us of are migrants,' pope says in Canary Islands
Jun 12 2026
Pope Leo XIV told migrants at a reception centre on the Spanish island of Tenerife on Friday that "all of us are …
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Thai princess dies aged 47 after three years in hospital
Jun 12 2026
Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha Mahidol, the king's eldest daughter, has died aged 47, the royal palace announced on …
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The migration pact: What's in the EU's landmark asylum reform?
Jun 12 2026
A major reform of European migration rules aimed at hardening border procedures and overhauling the asylum process comes …
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UN experts condemn crackdown on women by Afghan morality police
Jun 12 2026
A group of UN experts on Thursday denounced a crackdown on women in Afghanistan's western city of Herat, saying at least …
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Co-hosts Mexico kick off World Cup with dramatic victory
Jun 12 2026
Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 in a drama-filled opening match of the World Cup at the Estadio Azteca Thursday, kicking …
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Yangon's furtive party scene belies junta claims of normality
Jun 12 2026
In a blaring nightclub in wartime Myanmar, partied-out revellers doze until dawn by the dancefloor, wary of journeying …
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Tehran says no final decision as Trump touts imminent deal
Jun 12 2026
Tehran said Friday it had not reached a final decision on a deal to end the Middle East war, despite US President Donald …
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Shakira and protests as World Cup kicks off in Mexico
Jun 12 2026
Shakira had the spectators out of their seats at the World Cup opening ceremony Thursday, but outside the Estadio Azteca …
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Happy Birthday Mr. President: Trump to turn 80 with cage fight
Jun 12 2026
It's the ultimate symbol of American politics under Donald Trump -- a blood-soaked cage match on the lawn of the White …
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Pope ends Spain visit with migrant meetings
Jun 12 2026
Pope Leo XIV will meet migrants and hold an open-air mass on the island of Tenerife on Friday to end a visit to Spain …
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Ex-Tottenham owner sells art collection in blockbuster auction
Jun 12 2026
Works by artists including Picasso, Magritte and Klimt, amassed by the ex-owner of Tottenham Hotspur Football Club, head …
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Taylor Swift becomes youngest woman in Songwriters Hall of Fame
Jun 12 2026
Taylor Swift on Thursday became the youngest woman ever inducted into the prestigious Songwriters Hall of Fame, another …
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Trump cancels Iran strikes, touts imminent deal
Jun 12 2026
US President Donald Trump withdrew his threat of further strikes against Iran on Thursday and said a deal with Tehran to …
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No new clashes after two nights of unrest on N. Ireland streets
Jun 11 2026
Police arrested 16 people during a second night of disorder in Northern Ireland sparked by a brutal Belfast stabbing, …
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Two UK ministers quit in defence spending row piling pressure on PM
Jun 11 2026
Britain's defence and armed forces ministers quit Thursday in a row over military spending, piling pressure on …
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SpaceX to make historic IPO that could make Musk a trillionaire
Jun 11 2026
Elon Musk's SpaceX on Thursday confirmed it will begin trading on the Nasdaq exchange Friday in the biggest initial …
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UK defence minister quits with stinging rebuke of PM Starmer
Jun 11 2026
British Defence Secretary John Healey quit on Thursday, accusing beleaguered Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the finance …
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UN experts, MSF condemn crackdown on women by Afghan morality police
Jun 11 2026
A group of UN experts on Thursday denounced a crackdown on women by the Taliban morality police in the western Afghan …
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SpaceX IPO: rockets, AI losses and Musk in control
Jun 11 2026
SpaceX is inviting investors to bet on Elon Musk's vision of AI data centers in space and humans on Mars.
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Drones, lone wolves, rowdy fans: US security officials ready for World Cup
Jun 11 2026
World Cup matches in the United States have been made as safe as they "can possibly be" -– from crowd control to …
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Mourinho named Real Madrid coach on three-year deal
Jun 11 2026
Real Madrid appointed Jose Mourinho as their coach on Thursday on a three-year deal, with the Portuguese veteran making …
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Pope condemns 'indifference' towards migrants on Canaries trip
Jun 11 2026
Pope Leo XIV on Thursday condemned "indifference" towards migrants during a visit to a port in Spain's Canary Islands …
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Iran warns of 'endless quagmire' as Trump orders new strikes
Jun 11 2026
Iran warned Washington on Thursday that it risked wading into an "endless quagmire" of war and soaring energy prices, …
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'Racist thuggery' slammed after second night of N.Ireland unrest
Jun 11 2026
Police arrested 16 people during a second night of disorder in Northern Ireland sparked by a brutal Belfast stabbing, a …
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G7 allies seek to bridge divide with Trump at France summit
Jun 11 2026
Leading European nations and their G7 allies will seek to narrow differences with Donald Trump at a summit from Monday …
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Weather pattern El Nino is here and could reach historic intensity
Jun 11 2026
The phenomenon El Nino has arrived, the US weather agency said Thursday, and scientists expect the pattern synonymous …
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World Cup set for kickoff after high ticket prices, visa issues dog buildup
Jun 11 2026
The World Cup kicks off Thursday with co-hosts Mexico taking on South Africa in the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, …
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Trump vows fresh Iran strikes and seizure of oil terminals
Jun 11 2026
US President Donald Trump vowed fresh attacks against Iran on Thursday, saying American forces would also soon seize the …
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'Racist thuggery' slammed after second N.Ireland night of disorder
Jun 11 2026
Police arrested 16 people during a second night of disorder in Northern Ireland sparked by a brutal Belfast stabbing, a …
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Scientists warn of record heat, threats to climate monitoring
Jun 11 2026
Planetary heating is intensifying and key climate indicators are deteriorating, top scientists said Thursday, warning …
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Iran warns Mideast truce 'practically meaningless' after US strikes
Jun 11 2026
Iran warned on Thursday that the shaky ceasefire in the three-month Middle East war was now "practically meaningless" …
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'Racist thuggery' condemned after second night of disorder in N.Ireland
Jun 11 2026
Police arrested 16 people during a second night of disorder in Northern Ireland sparked by a brutal Belfast stabbing, a …
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Thailand sentences Chinese Uyghurs to death in 2015 shrine bombing case
Jun 11 2026
Two Chinese Uyghur men were sentenced to death on Thursday for carrying out a 2015 attack on a Bangkok shrine that …
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Knicks stage historic comeback to beat Spurs, one win from NBA title
Jun 11 2026
The New York Knicks staged the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history on Wednesday as they erased a 29-point deficit to …
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Iran's World Cup super fans excited for football despite the war
Jun 11 2026
Between them, Reza Mansoor and Mostafa Pourmand have attended 11 World Cups to cheer on their beloved Iran, and even a …
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The Indian workers training AI robots to take their jobs
Jun 11 2026
With a smartphone strapped to her head, Indian housewife Nagireddy Sriramyachandra films herself slicing mangoes to …
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In ageing South Korea, AI dolls care for the elderly
Jun 11 2026
In her tiny apartment in South Korea, where she lives alone, 78-year-old Bang Chun-ja spends her days with a childlike …
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Russia's conscripts recount pressure to fight in Ukraine
Jun 11 2026
After Russian police started using facial-recognition cameras to identify men wanted by military authorities, a young …
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