Highlights: Littler's brilliant comeback against Rock seals spot in final
Highlights of Luke Littler against Josh Rock in the semi-final of the World Matchplay.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2025-07-26
Nigeria seal 10th Wafcon as comeback stuns Morocco
Nigeria's sensational comeback stuns hosts Morocco 3-2 and seals a record-extending 10th Women's Africa Cup of Nations title.
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Israeli attacks, forced starvation kill more than 70 Palestinians in Gaza
In the face of global anger, Israel announces planned humanitarian pause in civilian centres to enable aid distribution.
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Littler nine-darter helps him into final with Wade
Luke Littler hits a spectacular nine-darter as he overcomes Josh Rock 17-14 to set up a World Matchplay final against James Wade on Sunday.
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INCREDIBLE! Littler hits NINE-DARTER in Matchplay semi-final!
Luke Littler hit a nine-darter during his semi-final against Josh Rock at the World Matchplay.
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Gibbs-White signs new Forest contract
Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White signs a new three-year contract with the Premier League club until the summer of 2028.
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US man convicted in Palestinian-American boy hate crime murder dies in jail
The murder of Wadee Alfayoumi, and attack on his mother, stand as one of the worst US hate crimes since Gaza war began.
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Highlights: Wade defies Clayton fightback in Matchplay classic
Highlights of the semi-final between James Wade and Jonny Clayton at the World Matchplay.
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Final leg in full as Wade victorious despite Clayton's epic comeback attempt!
James Wade managed to secure the win despite Jonny Clayton attempting an epic fightback at the World Matchplay.
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Pubs and venues to be protected from noise complaints
It will also be easier to open new pubs in disused shops under licensing reforms planned by the government.
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RSF paramilitary-led coalition forms parallel government in war-torn Sudan
As violence and rights abuses rage on, the coalition pledges to pursue a 'secular, democratic' and decentralised Sudan.
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Wade's hilarious reaction as nine-darter attempt goes wrong
James Wade hit six perfect darts but the seventh missed the treble bed during his semi-final against Jonny Clayton at the World Matchplay.
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E.U. Cuts Aid to Ukraine Over Corruption Concerns
Protests erupted Wednesday in Kyiv after the Ukrainian Parliament stripped the independence of two agencies at the center of the government’s anticorruption efforts.
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The Swedish club with 'no fans' but a giant academy making stars like Gyokeres
Viktor Gyokeres is adapting to unfamiliar surroundings at Arsenal but he shares common ground with two of his new neighbours in north London. Like Tottenham's Dejan Kulusevski and Lucas Bergvall, h...
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Canadian wildfires prompt New York air quality alert
Authorities warn air quality is 'unhealthy for sensitive groups' in many parts of New York state on Saturday.
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Commanders LB Von Miller pays tribute to Kobe Bryant and former teammates with new number
Miller's former numbers, 58 and 40, were unavailable, but he had a solid connection to his new number.
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Harrington takes slender lead into Senior Open final round
Padraig Harrington birdied the final hole for a two-shot lead over Justin Leonard going into the final round of the ISPS Handa Senior Open as the Irishman goes for his second senior major of the year.
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'We're not underdogs' - England seek redemption against Spain
England are hoping for redemption in Sunday's Euro 2025 final as they take on Spain in a repeat of the 2023 World Cup final.
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Trump wades in on Thailand-Cambodia fighting during golf visit in Scotland
The US president's second day golfing at one of his courses has also met protests around the country.
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Taiwanese political gridlock endures as China-friendly party survives recall vote
A months-long recall effort to oust lawmakers considered pro-Chinese has failed in the self-governing island's legislature.
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As Trump faces continued scrutiny over Epstein, the administration rehashes 2016 Russian interference probe
During a week of urgent news, the administration has pushed a report on Obama and Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. election. NPR Senior Political Editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro an...
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Broncos LB Sanders injured, carted off at camp
Denver linebacker Drew Sanders, who missed all but five games last season as the Broncos advanced to the AFC playoffs, was carted off the practice field during team drills, about 90 minutes into th...
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Insurance giant says most US customer data stolen in cyber-attack
Hackers accessed "personally identifiable data" of the firm's customers, financial professionals and staff.
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Rugby league legend French dies aged 85
Rugby league great Ray French, who commentated on the sport for the BBC over four decades, has died at the age of 85.
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There's no 'clear underdog' in Euros final - Williamson
England captain Leah Williamson says she'd be "hesitant to rule a clear underdog" for the 2025 women's Euros final between world champions Spain and defending European champions England on Sunday.
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Has Arsenal created another goalkeeper conundrum?
Will Kepa, the world's most expensive keeper, give Arteta another headache?
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How Arsenal's new signing Viktor Gyökeres became Europe's top striker
Viktor Gyökeres was in England's second tier a few years ago but he was Europe's top goal scorer last season and is now a major addition for Arsenal.
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In Gaza, water kills too
Providing water, searching for water, drinking water, swimming in water can all get you killed.
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‘It’s queer, Black joy’: the TikTok creator quizzing pop stars and politicians on LGBTQ+ culture
Anania Williams’s viral show Gaydar quizzes guests like Zohran Mamdani and Chappell Roan on queer culture – and teaches viewers something along the wayAnania Williams is genreless. Some may know th...
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England vs Spain: Women’s Euro 2025 final – teams, start, lineups
Spain's women battled sexism and indifference. Now the world champions are eyeing Euro 2025 title against England.
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Farrell's admission over Keenan's historic try - 'I was screaming pass it!'
Andy Farrell has admitted his thought when Hugo Keenan received the ball as the British and Irish Lions were seeking a try in the final minute at the MCG to beat Australia and secure a Test series...
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Wirtz makes first start as Liverpool lose to Milan
Liverpool's record signing Florian Wirtz makes his first start for his new club in a 4-2 pre-season defeat against AC Milan in Hong Kong.
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Allianz Life says ‘majority’ of customers’ personal data stolen in cyberattack
Exclusive: Allianz Life said the "majority" of its customers and employees had data stolen in the July cyberattack. The company said it has notified the FBI.
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CookUnity Prepared Meal Delivery Review (2025): Chef-Centric Meals
In a world filled with mediocre ready-to-eat meals, CookUnity is the first I’ve tried that feels like real cooking. Not every meal hits, but enough do.
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Ziad Rahbani, pioneering Lebanese musician and composer, dies at 69
Son of legendary Fairuz and composer Assi Rahbani, he was also a playwright, pianist and political provocateur.
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Critically endangered angel shark filmed off Welsh coast
First sighting in Cardigan Bay since 2021 of the species, which is under threat from human activitiesOne of the world’s rarest sharks has been filmed off the Welsh coast, offering a fleeting glimps...
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Starmer says plan to airdrop Gaza aid and evacuate ill children will go ahead
Leaders of UK, France and Germany call for lifting of aid restrictions and immediate ceasefire after holding talksIsrael-Gaza war live – latest updatesKeir Starmer has confirmed the government will...
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Ivermectin: The mosquito-killing pill that dropped malaria by 26%
A groundbreaking study has revealed that the mass administration of ivermectin—a drug once known for treating river blindness and scabies—can significantly reduce malaria transmission when used in...
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James Leprino, ‘Willy Wonka of Cheese’ Who Revolutionized Pizza, Dies at 87
James Leprino, right, in 1978, with Wesley Allen, then the president of Leprino Foods. “The company’s production of mozzarella is the envy of the U.S. cheese industry,” The Denver Post Magazine sai...
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Trump tells Europe to ‘get your act together’ on immigration before US-EU trade talks
Ursula von der Leyen will meet with US president on Sunday, who describes ‘20 sticking points’ in negotiationsIntensive negotiations are continuing on Saturday between the EU and the US before a cr...
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Five killed as Ukraine and Russia trade drone attacks
Three people die in strikes on Dnipro in Ukraine, while two are killed in Russia's Rostov region.
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Malaysians protest rising living costs, demand PM Anwar Ibrahim step down
Opposition-organised rally is first major protest in Southeast Asia's sixth largest economy since Anwar elected in 2022.
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VA Tech probing tampering claim by NC Central
Virginia Tech says it is looking into tampering claim made by NC Central coach Trei Oliver, who says a Hokies' assistant attended an Eagles game in an effort to recruit their star running back.
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Root overwhelmed by Test runs record | 'I'm among my childhood heroes'
Joe Root says it is 'pretty cool' to be second in the all-time leading Test run scorer, among players that he used emulate as a child.
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Records 'look after themselves' - Root on Tendulkar's target
Batter Joe Root says he will not focus on beating Sachin Tendulkar's Test run-scoring record during the rest of his career.
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Little Victories
We tend to confine our parties to milestones and cultural events, but there are countless micro-occasions worthy of commemorating.
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Young country diary: We are the Nature Goddesses, welcome to our wildlife club! | Rosalind and Beatrix
Stamford, Lincolnshire: In our club we learn about plants and animals so that we can help save them. So far we’ve found out about moths, snails, caterpillars and lots moreWe have been trying to sav...
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How Inter Miami signed De Paul and fit him in MLS' strict roster rules
With MLS' roster rules severely limiting Inter Miami's spending, how have the Herons managed to sign another high-impact -- and high-earning -- friend of Lionel Messi's?
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At least five killed in courthouse attack in Iran’s Sistan-Baluchestan
A mother and child are among those killed by gunmen who threw a hand grenade into the building in Zahedan.
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Gear News of the Week: Amazon Buys Bee, VSCO Has a New App, and CMF Debuts a Smartwatch
Plus: Google Photos lets you convert images to videos, Microsoft has a 5G Surface, and Palmer Luckey asks if you’d buy a US-made laptop.
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You’ve never seen atoms like this before: A hidden motion revealed
A pioneering team at the University of Maryland has captured the first-ever images of atomic thermal vibrations, unlocking an unseen world of motion within two-dimensional materials. Their innovati...
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What is the Nipah virus and is it spreading in southern India?
The Nipah virus is particularly deadly and has spread following transmission from animals.
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In Russia, Corruption Cases Follow Battlefield Failures
A region administration building in Kursk, Russia, in March. Officials in several regions bordering Ukraine have been arrested and accused by prosecutors of embezzling funds meant for border fortif...
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Beware the blizzard of lies: US advice on how to handle Farage’s Trump tactics
Pro-democracy campaigners suggest ‘pre-buttal’ is more powerful than factchecking in fighting falsehoodsTruth, the progressive California politician Hiram Johnson once said, is the first casualty o...
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Dodgers' journey from 'best ever' to 'rock bottom'
The Los Angeles Dodgers were being called the 'best team ever' earlier this year but have now hit 'rock bottom' in their bid to defend their World Series title.
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Malnutrition in Nigeria killed 652 children in past six months, MSF says
The charity says the deaths were caused due to funding cuts by international donors amid insecurity in northern Nigeria.
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Taiwanese voters reject a bid to remove lawmakers from a China-friendly party
The independence-leaning ruling Democratic Progressive Party won the last presidential election, but the China-friendly Nationalists and the Taiwan People's Party have enough seats to form a majori...
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More sex please, we’re bookish: the rise of the x-rated novel
From the Women’s prize to the bestseller lists, authors are pushing the boundaries of how explicit the novel can be – and readers can’t get enoughWhen the judges awarded Yael van der Wouden’s brill...
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Tunisia an ‘open-air prison’, say protesters at anti-President Saied march
Protesters carry portraits of political prisoners and a cage that organisers said represented state of political life.
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Cambodians flee border with Thailand as clashes continue for third day
An estimated 38,000 civilians in Cambodia and almost 140,000 in Thailand reported to have fled fighting on the border.
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The Fantastic Four: First Steps to Chief of War: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead
Pedro Pascal leads a sprightly reboot of the Marvel action franchise, and Jason Momoa returns to his birthplace for a spectacular historical epic The Fantastic Four: First StepsOut now Marvel ret...
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'My world caved in' - Taylor on forced retirement
Former undisputed world champion Josh Taylor tells BBC Scotland's Andy Burke about how enforced retirement felt like he had "fallen off a cliff".
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David hits fastest Australia T20 ton in win over WI
Tim David breaks the record for the fastest Twenty20 International century for Australia as they beat the West Indies to take an unassailable 3-0 lead in their five-match series.
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Building the perfect trade deadline for the Mets and Phillies
New York and Philadelphia are battling for NL East domination. Here's how each can win next week's trade deadline.
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Liverpool sets Jota memorials, 'Forever 20' patch
Liverpool players will wear a "Forever 20" emblem on their shirts this season in memory of Diogo Jota who died in a car crash in Spain three weeks ago.
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Military Clash Between Thailand and Cambodia Expands Along Shared Border
Displaced people at a makeshift evacuation center in the Thai border province of Si Sa Ket, on Saturday.
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Wiegman, the major tournament magician, is in yet another final. How does she do it?
Sarina Wiegman has reached her fifth final in as many tournaments. What's her secret?
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Euro 2025 final preview: England vs. Spain, tactics, players, prediction
England and Spain have done this before: The Euro 2025 final is a rerun of the final from the 2023 World Cup, so we're in familiar territory.
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'A different world' - Spain's transformation after World Cup fallout
BBC Sport looks at how Spain's Euro 2025 compares to the controversy from their 2023 World Cup journey.
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King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard join Spotify exodus over arms industry link
Australian psychedelic rock group announces it will pull its music from streaming service in protest against CEO Daniel EkKing Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard have joined an exodus of musicians from...
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The week around the world in 20 pictures
Acute hunger in Gaza, Russian airstrikes in Kharkiv, wildfires in Turkey and the Tour de France: the past seven days as captured by the world’s leading photojournalistsWarning: this gallery contain...
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Operation Dark Phone: Murder By Text – this jaw-dropping tale of how police hacked gangs is like The Wire
This docu-drama is cleverly built around the messages intercepted by the National Crime Agency when they penetrated a chat network between criminal organisations. It’s hugely revealingPolice work r...
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‘The first time I’d seen fart jokes that were actually funny’: comedians on their cultural awakenings
In a bumper version of our regular feature, three comics at this year’s Edinburgh fringe – Richard Herring, Desiree Burch and Kiell Smith-Bynoe – share the cultural moments that changed their lives...
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‘The sorest my legs have ever been’: hordes to descend on Hackney for litter-picking world cup
The public-spirited sport of spogomi is catching on across Britain, which boasts its world champion teamArmed with gloves, metal tongs and plastic rubbish sacks, hordes of determined litter-pickers...
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Call to make wet wipe producers pay for polluting England’s waterways
Water firms claim wet wipes, which shed microplastics and cause blockages, are main source of sewage pollutionWet wipe producers should be charged to remove their pollution from England’s waterways...
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Corporate America is having a weird tariff summer
Some big companies are reporting real financial pain from tariffs and economic uncertainty — but for others, business is booming.
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The Assassin to Tyler, the Creator: the week in rave reviews
Keeley Hawes is hitwoman on a rampage, while the hip-hop polymath is back with one eye firmly on the dancefloor. Here’s the pick of the week’s culture, taken from the Guardian’s best-rated reviews...
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Dahiyeh families displaced by war now trapped by identity
These Shia families withstood Israel's attacks on Lebanon and are now struggling to find where they fit.
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TV tonight: Raquel Welch’s son and showbiz friends tell her real story
What was the single mother of two who turned into a Hollywood superstar really like? Plus: more renovating triumphs and disasters with Amanda Owen. Here’s what to watch this evening9pm, Sky Documen...
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Dear Keir Starmer, stop cosying up to Donald Trump – or he’ll drag Britain down with him | Simon Tisdall
Why is the prime minister chasing after Trump in Scotland? His time would be better spent planning for a world beyond the ‘special relationship’Donald Trump’s victory in last November’s US presiden...
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‘Dodgy guys who dress just like him’: meet the team behind far-right activist Tommy Robinson
Stephen Yaxley-Lennon may appear to be a one-man band, but behind him is a colourful inner circle helping to pull the strings of the far rightThe Tommy Robinson outriders were early to Epping. Wend...
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How do air conditioners work, and what is the effect on the environment?
As record heatwaves boost demand for cooling, air conditioning becomes vital - but with a steep environmental cost.
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Death toll in Thailand-Cambodia border clashes hits 32, dozens wounded
Cambodia reports additional 12 deaths as fears grow of a larger conflict breaking out between the neighbours.
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Starmer suggests UK will play role in new Gaza aid air drops
His comments come as he faces calls from 221 cross-party MPs for the UK to recognise a Palestinian state.
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Polls open in Taiwan’s key ‘recall election’ closely watched by China
Voting has started in a recall election that could see the unseating of dozens of opposition Kuomintang lawmakers.
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Ten killed, 12 injured in Vietnam sleeper bus road crash
Vietnam Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh calls for probe into road accident a week after deadly Ha Long Bay boat disaster.
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,248
Here are the key events on day 1,248 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
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School-leavers losing their lives for Russia in Putin's war with Ukraine
Russia has promised that no 18-year-olds will be sent to fight in Ukraine, but the BBC finds many have already been killed.
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Thais and Cambodians slug it out on social media, as border tensions flare
A war of words is raging on social media, a years-long battleground for Thais and Cambodians.
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Taiwan’s Mass Recall Vote Tests Its Democracy, and China’s Nerves
Getting out the vote in Taipei. Supporters of the recall campaign say it reflects the vigor of the island’s democracy, but critics call it suppression of the opposition.
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Medvedev booed after smashing water bottle following defeat to Moutet
Daniil Medvedev was booed off court after he showed his frustration to losing against Corentin Moutet in the Citi Open quarter-finals.