NBA playoffs: Defending champion Thunder open with victory
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 25 points and the Oklahoma City Thunder began their title defense with a 119-84 rout of the Phoenix Suns in Game 1 of their first-round Western Conference playoff ser...
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Moya Brennan, Whose Gaelic Pop Band Won Worldwide Fame, Dies at 73
Moya Brennan in 2014 performing with the Gaelic pop band Clannad in London. She played the harp, but it was her voice — breathy, with a delicate vibrato — that provided the band’s signature sound.
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'They told me he was dead': Children born near army base learn truth about UK soldier dads
A DNA and legal project has identified the fathers of 20 children born near a military base in Kenya.
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Why your recycled clothes could end up in this South American desert
Old garments from around the world are being discarded in the South American country.
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Property asking prices rise in April despite higher UK mortgage rates
Increase indicates resilience in housing market even as Iran war led to surge in energy costs
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Foreign carmakers turn to Chinese technology to remain relevant
Western executives hope ‘in China for China’ strategy will halt sales decline in world’s largest car market
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Fitzpatrick survives scare to pip Scheffler in PGA Tour play-off
Matt Fitzpatrick secured a second PGA Tour win of the season after overcoming a final-round wobble to claim play-off victory over world No 1 Scottie Scheffler at the RBC Heritage.
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Art on trial - a sculptor's arrest highlights new extremes for censorship in China
Gao Zhen is being retroactively punished for 15 year-old-works, in a case that has alarmed rights groups.
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Fitzpatrick beats Scheffler in Heritage play-off
England's Matt Fitzpatrick beats world number one Scottie Scheffler in a play-off to win the RBC Heritage and claim his second PGA Tour title in the space of a month.
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A Humanoid Robot Races to a Record Half-Marathon Finish
The 5-foot-5 humanoid robot Lightning, with its approximately 3-foot-long legs striding, showed its form in a half-marathon race on Sunday in Beijing.
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Rumen Radev looks set to win Bulgarian Parliamentary election
Exit polls put his Progressive Bulgaria on 37%, more than double the score of the closest runner-up, but he will likely need to form a coalition to govern.
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Richards beats strong field to win British title
Matt Richards wins a men's 200m freestyle final containing four Olympic gold medallists on the final day of the Aquatics GB Swimming Championships in London.
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Messy War, Happy Stock Markets
On the surface, the recent rally doesn’t seem to make sense: Oil prices are high and a peace deal with Iran remains elusive. Here’s what’s going on.
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Argentina’s Milei backs US-Israel war on Iran in Jerusalem visit
Argentina’s president reaffirmed alignment with the US and Israel during a visit to Jerusalem, backing their war on Iran
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Schools, shops shut in northern Israel to protest the Lebanon ceasefire
Shops and schools shut in northern Israel as residents protested a 10-day ceasefire with Lebanon.
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Gwendolyn Chisolm, Who Rhymed on Rap’s First Female Hit, Dies at 66
The Sequence in 1980. From left: Cheryl Cook (Cheryl the Pearl), Gwendolyn Chisolm (Blondy) and Angela Brown, later Angie Stone (Angie B.).
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Protesters defy Berlin rain to call for end to global wars
Hundreds protested in Berlin against the US-Israeli aggression on Iran, and Israeli attacks on Gaza and Lebanon.
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Can U.S. Blockade Iranian-Linked Ships Anywhere in the World? Yes, But …
Tankers anchored off Iran on Saturday.
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Who will shape the global agenda – the left or far right?
Left-wing leaders meet in Barcelona while far-right figures march in Milan.
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Energy Secretary Says Gas Prices May Stay Above $3 Until 2027
The price of gas has increased significantly since the war with Iran began in late February.
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Exit poll shows former President Radev’s party set to win Bulgaria election
Exit poll shows Rumen Radev's Progressive Bulgaria party winning 38.1 percent of the vote.
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Canadian PM says close economic ties with US have become a ‘weakness’
Mark Carney says Canada must build economic ties with other countries amid shifting relationship with the United States.
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Stream the EFL awards LIVE here
Watch the EFL awards for free here on Sunday night...
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Elaine Ingham, Who Taught That Soil Is Alive, Dies at 73
A scientist and leader in the organic farming movement, she popularized the “soil food web,” an understanding that soil is a complex realm of microorganisms.
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Starmer will not be swayed by Trump’s ‘small and petty’ insults, says Lammy
Exclusive: deputy PM says UK will not join Iran conflict despite Trump’s sometimes ‘incomprehensible’ social-media barbsDonald Trump’s insults towards Keir Starmer are “small and petty” and designe...
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Harry Keyishian, Lead Plaintiff in Academic Freedom Case, Dies at 92
He was one of 5 University of Buffalo faculty members fired for not signing loyalty oaths. In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court ruled in their favor.
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The 12-month window
A lot of AI startups exist partly because the foundation models haven't expanded into their category yet. As many jokingly acknowledge, that won't last forever.
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Starmer faces Commons showdown over Mandelson vetting scandal
Senior government figures fear decision to appoint former ambassador to US could cost PM his leadership Keir Starmer will deliver a high-stakes statement to MPs on Monday as he struggles to overcom...
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Did the US misjudge Iran? A military strategist answers
Strategist Bryan Clark examines shifting war aims, escalation traps, and whether Iran is now more dangerous to the US.
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Record-breaking Bayern win Bundesliga - now for the Treble
Free-scoring Bayern Munich swept to the German title for the 35th time. Now their sights turn towards completing the Treble.
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'Relief' for Bannigan as Monaghan advance to semi-finals
Monaghan manager Gabriel Bannigan admits there is a sense of "relief" after his side secured a 0-27 to 2-14 victory over Cavan to reach the Ulster Championship semi-finals.
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Blue Origin’s New Glenn put a customer satellite in the wrong orbit during its third launch
The first major failure of Blue Origin's new heavy-launch system could create delays to its ambition to help NASA and the Trump administration return to the Moon.
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Caluori scores five tries in record Saracens win over Sale
Noah Caluori claimed another remarkable five-try haul against Sale as Saracens kept alive their outside hopes of reaching the Prem play-offs with a stunning 85-19 win.
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Robots beat human records at Beijing half-marathon
The winning time is a massive improvement over last year’s race, when the fastest robot finished in two hours and 40 minutes.
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Cook haul helps set up Essex run chase at Warwicks
A fascinating final day awaits in the County Championship at Edgbaston where Essex will resume on 11-0, chasing a target of 206 to beat Warwickshire.
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Mets' skid hits 11 as Cubs rally in 9th, win in 10th
Nico Hoerner hit a sacrifice fly off Craig Kimbrel in the 10th inning as the Cubs extended the Mets' losing streak to 11 games by rallying for a 2-1 victory.
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Iran and Israel: From friends to enemies
Israel and the US have been at war with Iran since Feb 28th. All sides have suffered, but it wasn’t always this way.
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Celtic hammer St Mirren in extra time to reach Scottish Cup final
Celtic manager Martin O’Neill will face his former captain, Neil Lennon, in the Scottish Cup final after the Hoops eventually beat League Cup holders St Mirren 6-2 after extra time in the sem...
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DeChambeau withdraws mid-tournament from LIV Golf Mexico City
Bryson DeChambeau has withdrawn from LIV Golf Mexico City, ahead of the final round, due to a wrist injury.
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Watch: Celtic put six past St Mirren to reach final
Celtic net six goals to St Mirren's two and set up a return to Hampden in the Scottish Cup final against Dunfermline Athletic.
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Ministers urged to share Mandelson vetting files with intelligence committee
Whitehall officials are weighing up ‘unprecedented’ disclosure of documents in security clearance scandalStarmer did not gamble with national security over Mandelson, says ministerMinisters are und...
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Don Schlitz, Prolific Writer of Country Music Hits, Dies at 73
He won a Grammy for the Kenny Rogers song “The Gambler,” and also wrote for Randy Travis, the Judds and Mary Chapin Carpenter.
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Pro-Russia ex-president on course to win Bulgaria’s elections
Rumen Radev’s anti-Europe stance makes a stable coalition unlikely, say analysts
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Eight children killed in Louisiana shooting, police say
The children, aged from one to 14 years old, were killed in a shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, which police are describing as a "domestic disturbance".
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Ten days to decide second place in the Championship?
Four clubs are locked in a battle to secure the second promotion spot in the Championship.
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In Virginia, redistricting vote could give Democrats an edge ahead of midterms
Voting ends Tuesday in Virginia on a ballot measure that would lead to a new congressional map for the state. These new districts could provide Democrats a big boost ahead of the midterms.
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Economic impact of Iran war will hurt US even after conflict ends, economists warn
Wave of inflation will persist even if a permanent end to the conflict is announced
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Fils continues fine form to win Barcelona title
Arthur Fils continues his excellent recent form since returning from long-term injury by winning the clay-court title in Barcelona.
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Eight children killed in mass shooting in Louisiana, US media reports
This is a breaking news story.
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The Guardian view on Japan’s cherry blossom: when spring slips out of time | Editorial
A 1,200-year dataset shows the ‘peak bloom’ is arriving earlier. Global heating is unsettling nature’s rhythms – and their cultural meaningA picture posted on social media last April by Prof Yasuyu...
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Monaghan survive Cavan comeback to set up Derry semi-final
Monaghan produce a largely dominant display to see off local rivals Cavan 0-27 to 2-14 in their Ulster Senior Football Championship quarter-final at St Tiernach's Park.
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TechCrunch Mobility: Uber enters its assetmaxxing era
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, how AI is playing a part.
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How desperate is the NSW government to build housing? This unassuming site may provide a clue
The planning minister will shortly decide whether to approve a Sydney aged care development on a site at risk of serious floodingGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAn aged c...
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Salah gives Liverpool the lead moments after Ndiaye goal was ruled out!
Salah gives Liverpool the lead moments after Ndiaye goal was ruled out.
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The Center Will Not Hold review – a compelling conversation between US dance styles
Sadler’s Wells, LondonTap, waacking, jookin’, footwork and jit are among the traditional, street and club styles that come together as Michelle Dorrance showcases a startling array of forms and tal...
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DRC government, M23 rebels commit to protect civilians, aid deliveries
After talks in Switzerland, the two sides also made progress on a protocol for ceasefire oversight.
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Mamardashvili produces full-stretch save to deny early Beto header!
Mamardashvili produces a full-stretch save to deny an early Beto header in the Merseyside Derby.
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'Nobody was going to beat the 10th pick:' How the Bengals wooed the Giants into trading vet Dexter Lawrence
Lawrence informed the Giants he wanted a new deal or trade, the Giants didn't want to let him go -- until the price was right.
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Maui residents are rebuilding Lahaina for locals, not tourists: ‘In Hawaii, we take care of one another’
After deadly 2023 fires, recent storms and ICE raids, Lahaina residents are determined to rebuild the town for their communityIn March, Hawaii was hit with two back-to-back storms, bringing the wo...
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Rybakina beats Muchova in Stuttgart final
World number two Elena Rybakina beats Karolina Muchova in straight sets to clinch victory at the indoor clay-court tournament in Stuttgart.
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Trump to send US officials to Pakistan for fresh peace talks with Iran
President threatens to resume bombing campaign if Tehran does not agree to a deal
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Displaced Lebanese woman returns to find home destroyed after ceasefire
A displaced woman returned to southern Lebanon after a ceasefire to find her house reduced to rubble.
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NFL draft prospect Branch arrested in Georgia
Wide receiver Zachariah Branch, who is widely expected to be a Day 2 NFL draft pick, was arrested early Sunday morning in Athens, Georgia, on two possible misdemeanor charges.
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Why are gray whales dying in San Francisco's waters? US scientists search for clues
Climate change and shifting migration patterns are bringing rare research opportunities and new mysteries.
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‘How much have we missed?’: book tunes in to overlooked world of female birdsong
Authors set out to correct under-representation of female sounds – and found some surprising revelationsWhen we hear the beautiful call of a bird from a high bough, we’re told it’s likely to be a m...
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Cracks are starting to form on fusion energy’s funding boom
Fusion startups and investors risk deepening fissures if some key disagreements aren't settled amicably.
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Richardson and Finucane win Track World Cup golds
Olympic silver medallist Matt Richardson storms to two golds as Great Britain win nine medals at the Track World Cup in Hong Kong.
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Impressive Allen recovers to beat Zhang at Crucible
Former world number one Mark Allen produces a superb potting display as he fights back to beat China's Zhang Anda 10-6 in the World Snooker Championship first round.
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Peru says presidential election results due by mid-May after delayed count
The EU’s election observer said the vote met democratic standards despite fraud allegations.
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Hamnet-era mourning jewel from celebrated painting rediscovered after 400 years
Exclusive: pendant appears in 1635 painting Sir Thomas Aston at the Deathbed of His Wife that hangs in the Manchester Art GalleryA Hamnet-era mourning jewel has been rediscovered four centuries aft...
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The US and Europe are still stronger together
Despite Trump and the war with Iran, Brussels’ interests remain deeply entwined with Washington’s
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Pope Leo tells Angola during huge Mass to ‘build hope’
On the third leg of his Africa tour, Leo urges Angola to move beyond "divisions" created by its war-scarred past.
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Blue Origin successfully re-uses a New Glenn rocket for the first time ever
It's a major milestone for the company's new mega-rocket system, putting it in position to challenge SpaceX's dominance of the global launch market.
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Iran war: 10 frequently used words and their meanings
The US-Israel war on Iran nears two months. We break down some of the frequently used terminology in this war.
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Does the world need new leaders? Varsha Gandikota & Naledi Pandor
Varsha Gandikota-Nellutla asks former South African Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor if global leadership is in crisis.
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Iran warns Hormuz will stay shut unless US lifts siege on its ports
Tehran is threatening to keep the Strait of Hormuz shut unless Washington lifts the ‘US siege’ on Iranian ports.
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Does Israel’s ‘Yellow Line’ violate the Lebanon ceasefire?
The Israeli 'Yellow Line' in Lebanon raises fears that a temporary military zone could become a longer-term occupation.
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Watch: Obama and Mamdani sing with children in New York
The former US president and New York City mayor meet for the first time at a child care centre in the Bronx.
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Humanoid robot breaks half marathon world record in Beijing
The humans were left far behind as smartphone maker Honor's humanoid robot shattered the men's world record in China.
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Nathalie Baye, prolific star of French and Hollywood cinema, dies aged 77
Actor who worked with the great French auteurs in the 1970s and 80s and starred in Spielberg’s Catch Me if You Can died of Lewy body dementia, says familyThe French film star Nathalie Baye, who sta...
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‘After all the horrible things we’ve been through,’ he said to me, ‘if I die of cancer, it will make a bad story’: Siri Hustvedt on losing Paul Auster
First there was the double tragedy that tore the family apart – then came a deadly diagnosis. The writer reflects on life after the death of her novelist husbandI am alive. My husband, Paul Auster,...
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The stock market’s new approach to valuation
It is demonstrating an Earnings Before Iran, Tariffs and Dubious Announcements (ebitda) mentality
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Best Meta Glasses (2026): Ray-Ban, Oakley, AR
Meta is unquestionably winning the face-wearable war. Can you trust the company? Maybe not. But these are some of the nicest glasses I've ever worn.
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The GCC has unity, it now needs joint defence and development
Beyond supporting peace, GCC states need to work towards joint defence, energy security and economic development.
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Ex-Foreign Office head takes legal advice over Mandelson vetting dismissal
Friends say Olly Robbins feels aggrieved about being fired and will give full account when he appears before MPs on Tuesday
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Humanoid robots speed past humans in Beijing half-marathon
Humanoid robots raced alongside humans in a half-marathon in Beijing.
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Ronin review – Yukiko Masui’s swordplay choreography is exhilarating in its cut and thrust
The Place, LondonThis audiovisually immersive, anime-inspired dance piece is full of stylishly fluid movement and thrilling fights and face-offs Some contemporary dance can make you feel like you n...
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How Reform is exposing the reality of Scotland’s views on immigration and identity
Once a progressive outlier, Scotland is facing a political reckoning as Reform benefits from growing social divisionIt’s Monday evening in Aberdeen, and George Preston is wearing his union flag sui...
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The 11 Best Fans to Buy Before It Gets Hot Again (2026)
Swap out your creaky old box fan for a new model that lights up, mists, or even follows you around the room.
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Zelensky condemns US extension of Russian sanctions waiver
The US argues that the waiver is meant to ease the energy supply crunch sparked by the US-Israel war with Iran.
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Iran war: What is happening on day 51 of the US-Iran conflict?
Tehran will keep the strategic Strait of Hormuz closed until Washington ends the blockade of Iranian ports.
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A new force of nature is reshaping the planet, study finds
Human societies didn’t just adapt to the planet—they learned to reshape it. From early fire use to today’s global supply chains, our cultural and social innovations have unlocked extraordinary powe...
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In Qatar, Trapped Between the U.S. and Iran, War Forced a Reckoning
Qatar, though on good terms with both the United States and Iran, has been harmed economically by the U.S.-Israeli campaign against Iran and endured retaliatory attacks from Tehran.
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How Gen Z Protests Have Fared Around the World
Young people at a concert last year celebrating the impeachment of President Andry Rajoelina of Madagascar.
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‘Women want to experience pleasure’: how the female gaze caught the attention of film, TV and fiction
From passionate romantasy novels to premium television dramas, culture is bringing the agency, desires and interior lives of women to the fore. It’s proving good for business, but is this a permane...
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Watch: Runners v robots at China half marathon
Robots competed in a half marathon race in Beijing on Sunday, with the winning machine leaving its human rivals for dust.
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Lessons to be learned as Wales chase top spot
Wales kept their qualifying campaign on track with victory in Albania, but better is required if they are to reach a first Women's World Cup.
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'Frustrated' Scotland show signs of growth in Belgium
A goalless draw away in Belgium was greeted with frustration by Scotland players in their World Cup bid, a sign that things are improving, writes Amy Canavan.
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Politics chat: Trump loses support of voters over war and high gas prices
Between the war in Iran and high gas prices, President Trump needs to regain the voters' confidence ahead of the November midterm elections.
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LeBron makes MORE history as Lakers edge Rockets
LeBron James recorded 19 points and 13 assists in Game 1 against the Houston Rockets, becoming the oldest player in NBA history to record a points/assists double-double in a playoff game.
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Why Jimmy Johnson cautions Jets that making right picks more valuable than stockpiling them
With eight picks in the first and second rounds, New York sits where the former Cowboys coach was 35 years ago.
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Iran War Live Updates: Iran Declares Strait of Hormuz Closed Again as Ships Report Attacks
Ships and tankers in the Strait of Hormuz off the coast of Musandam, Oman, on Saturday.
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U.S.-Iran ceasefire expires this week with no deal in sight
After briefly reopening the vital economic waterway, Iran has again closed the Strait of Hormuz, saying it will restrict ships from passing through as long as the U.S. continues its blockade.
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MoD has lost track of veterans on recall list, says defence adviser
Exclusive: George Robertson calls on officials to identify the ‘fit and willing’ in UK’s 95,000-strong strategic reserveThe Ministry of Defence has lost track of military veterans they intend to re...
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‘They said: You’re out of your mind’: Luca Guadagnino on directing controversial opera The Death of Klinghoffer
The opera – about the hijacking of a cruise by the PLF who murder a Jewish American wheelchair user – has been subject to protests and accused of romanticising terrorism. Why was the film-maker so...
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This tariff-refund portal is about to be America's hottest website
Exactly two months after the Supreme Court struck down most of President Trump's tariffs, the U.S. government has set Monday as the day when some companies can begin requesting refunds.
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Why two-sun planets keep disappearing scientists blame Einstein
Astronomers have long been puzzled by a cosmic mystery: planets orbiting two stars—like Star Wars’ Tatooine—are surprisingly rare, even though they should be common. New research suggests the culpr...
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Cash shortages grip Yemen despite currency stabilisation
Cash-strapped Yemenis face rising frustration as exchange firms limit currency conversion amid ongoing liquidity crisis.
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Bulgarians head to polls to elect parliament for eighth time in 5 years
Bulgarians vote to elect a new parliament, after mass protests brought down the previous government in December.
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TV tonight: a grand new documentary for what would have been the Queen’s 100th birthday
Barack Obama and Helen Mirren contribute to Queen Elizabeth II: Her Story, Our Century. Plus: David Attenborough’s delightful tour of British backyards continues. Here’s what to watch this evening9...
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Australia's most-decorated soldier vows to 'fight' war crime charges
Ben Roberts-Smith has given his first statement since he was charged with five counts of the war crime of murder last week.
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Transfer rumors, news: PSG move for Arsenal star Martinelli
Paris Saint-Germain sporting director Luis Campos has held a meeting with the representatives of Arsenal winger Gabriel Martinelli. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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What to Know About the Bulgarian Election
Former President Rumen Radev of Bulgaria speaking on Thursday during the last pre-election event of his coalition, Progressive Bulgaria. Most polls show the coalition leading, but not necessarily w...
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How Iran has been studying lessons from the war in Ukraine
Military journals provide tantalising glimpses into what Tehran’s military thinks and its priorities, including drones
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BlackRock warns of hit to European stocks from energy crisis
World’s biggest asset manager had been more bullish on the region at start of year but says stocks are no longer cheap
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Buoyed by Brunson, Knicks seal 'hard-fought win'
Jalen Brunson crossed the 20-point mark for the 38th time in a Knicks uniform, finishing with 28 on Saturday at Madison Square Garden, and New York posted a 113-102 victory over the Atlanta Hawks i...
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Four big takeaways from the Dexter Lawrence trade: Barnwell sizes up the Bengals' shocking move
The Giants traded Lawrence to the Bengals for the No. 10 pick in the draft. What does that say about the NFL's trade market, this draft class and the state of the Bengals?
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North Korea launches ballistic missiles towards sea off its east coast
Multiple ballistic missiles fired from eastern Sinpo area in seventh such test this year.
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WrestleMania 42 takeaways: Cody retains; multiple new champs crowned
Night One of WrestleMania 42 delivered plenty of surprises, new champions and a rivalry taken to a new level.
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Kennard, James team to upset Rockets in opener
Luke Kennard scored a career playoff-high 27 points, LeBron James had 19 points and 13 assists, and the short-handed Los Angeles Lakers capitalized on Kevin Durant's injury absence for a 107-98 vic...
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Iran war live: Tehran says no date set for US talks, Hormuz Strait closed
IRGC says the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until the US stops blockading Iranian ports.
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