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Messi inspires Argentina great escape over Egypt, Swiss advance
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Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties to reach World Cup quarter-finals
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US strikes Iran after Hormuz attacks, Tehran threatens response
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Djokovic survives Wimbledon's longest quarter-final to book Sinner blockbuster
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Djokovic wins five-hour epic to earn Sinner showdown at Wimbledon
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'Flunked': US soccer seeks answers as World Cup dream shattered
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US strikes Iran after Hormuz tanker attacks: military
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Mbappe revels in captain's role for France at World Cup
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Messi 'didn't want to go home' as Argentina comeback stuns Egypt
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Iyer's India 'atrocious' in record 125-run T20 defeat by England
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Netflix strikes deals in short-form video push
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Rain hands West Indies series win over Sri Lanka
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The height factor: how a small building survived Venezuela's quakes
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World Cup exit puts another nail in America's summer of fun
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Egypt 'cheated' in controversial World Cup exit to Messi's Argentina, says Hassan
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US revokes Iran oil waiver after Hormuz tanker attacks
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Global AI industry falls short on safety, think tank warns
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England quicks star as India suffer record 125-run T20 defeat
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'History made': Egyptian pride despite World Cup heartbreak
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Cardinal tipped to be pope accused of molesting several women
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How rescuers carried out 180-hour 'miracle' amid Venezuela's ruins
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How rescuers carried out 180-hour 'miracle' amid Venzuela's ruins
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Victorious Belgian footballers troll Trump with YMCA dance
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I can still win another Grand Slam, says Osaka after Wimbledon exit
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Scotland boss Townsend expects Russell will face Springboks
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France's Le Pen says still running for president
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Messi inspires Argentina great escape over Egypt
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Argentina produce epic World Cup fightback to beat Egypt, reach quarters
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Zverev, Cobolli targeting rematch at Wimbledon
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Canada province preparing lawsuit against OpenAI over school shooting
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Colombia president-elect accuses outgoing leader of 'coup' plotting
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Lidl-Trek celebrate 'perfect' day at Tour de France
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IOC eases restrictions on Russians before 2028 LA Games as anthem, flag ban remains
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Cavs agree on Mitchell deal as LeBron watches: report
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Muchova ends Osaka run to reach Wimbledon semis
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Turkish delight: Trump revels in Erdogan's lavish welcome
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Mexico probing if US violated sovereignty in 2024 drug lord capture
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Nigeria's Dangote confirms Lamu, Kenya for east Africa mega-refinery
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Zverev reaches first Wimbledon quarter-final
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Study points to likely route for Hannibal's legendary Alpine crossing
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Nordic joy as Traeen takes yellow, Pedersen wins Tour de France 4th stage
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Australia's Mooney back at No 1 in batting rankings after World Cup heroics
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Electric Our Lady land: guitar made from burned Notre Dame wood
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Traeen takes yellow, Pedersen wins Tour de France 4th stage
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Tanker attacks send oil higher, stocks hit by AI jitters
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UK hard-right leader Farage resigns as MP to force snap vote in finances row
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IOC shuffle 2030 Winter Games events and promise gender parity
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Harry Kane calls for calm after England's World Cup epic against Mexico
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Macron says Syria must not be destabilised after bombs wound 18
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Beleaguered Prince Harry loses lawsuit against UK tabloid
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Foreign business confidence in China has reached its lowest in years, US and European enterprise lobbies warned Tuesday, as slowing growth and geopolitical tensions hit investment prospects.
Michael Jackson's moonwalk hat up for auction
Just before performing his famous moonwalk dance for the first time, Michael Jackson tossed his hat to the side of the stage. Four decades later, it's up for auction in Paris.
Chinese youths trade city-living for ceramics
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Solar panels go into service near North Pole
Norway has installed solar panels in its Svalbard archipelago, a region plunged in round-the-clock darkness all winter, in a pilot project that could help remote Arctic communities transition to green energy.
Asian markets drop ahead of Fed decision, oil prices push on
Asian stocks sank Tuesday following sedate performance on Wall Street as investors keep their powder dry ahead of the Federal Reserve's policy decision later in the week.
US auto workers eye expanded strike as talks continue
Uncertainty will be the most powerful weapon wielded by US auto workers, industry watchers said as the first ever simultaneous strike by Detroit's "Big Three" looks set for the long haul.
Belgium opens memorial on site of serial killer's 'horror house'
Belgium on Tuesday opens a memorial garden on the site where notorious serial killer Marc Dutroux imprisoned his young victims, more than a quarter of a century after his crimes shocked Europe.
US jobs market solid but Fed risks pushing too far
The US labor market is remarkably solid despite aggressive interest rate hikes to fight inflation and a recent rise in unemployment, but analysts warn that the central bank risks pushing too far.
US auto workers leave room to accelerate strike as talks continue
Uncertainty will be the most powerful weapon wielded by US auto workers, industry watchers said as the first ever simultaneous strike by Detroit's "Big Three" looks set for the long haul.
The US sanctions squeezing Iran leaders, oil and trade
Iran is one of the world's most sanctioned countries, with the United States deploying a punishing arsenal of measures against the Islamic republic since the Iran hostage crisis of 1979-81.
Push at UN for reform to meet elusive development goals
Developing countries on Monday urged a shake-up in the global order to help the world's poorest, at a United Nations summit on ambitious anti-poverty promises that remain far off track.
Convicted paedophile football coach dies in UK prison
Former football coach Barry Bennell, who was convicted of a series of child sex offences, has died in prison, Britain's Ministry of Justice confirmed on Monday.
Fashion seeks dedicated followers with influence online
Once kept firmly at arm's length by the fashion world, influencers are now courted alongside big celebrity names by emerging talents keen to leverage their millions of online followers.
Stock markets slide before central bank decisions on rates
Stock markets mostly slid on Monday as traders looked ahead to interest-rate decisions this week from the US Federal Reserve and Bank of England.
Unrepentant Truss urges UK govt to cut taxes to boost growth
Former Conservative prime minister Liz Truss on Monday waded in to give the Tory government economic advice, nearly a year after she triggered market turmoil and took the UK to the brink of financial meltdown.
Thailand urged to halt crop burning after air pollution spike
Thailand must ban stubble burning by farmers to improve air quality, the head of a leading agricultural body said Monday, after a spike in dangerous pollution left millions needing medical treatment.
France to allow loss-making petrol sales to bust fuel inflation
France will lift a ban on below-cost sales to bring down fuel prices, Finance and Economy Minister Bruno Le Maire said Monday, hoping to soothe consumers' inflation anxieties.
Asian Games landmark for eSports fires Olympic dreams
ESports' debut as a medal event at the Asian Games starting this week will change attitudes and be a major step towards Olympic recognition at last, gamers and experts say.
Asian markets stutter as traders prepare for Fed decision
Asian markets started the week limply Monday following a sell-off on Wall Street, with focus turning to the Federal Reserve's keenly awaited key policy decision.
One in 10 Japanese are older than 80: government data
More than 10 percent of Japanese people have crossed 80 years or older for the first time, new official data showed, as the nation faces a rapidly greying population.
Pope to defend migrants in Marseille trip
Calls for compassion for migrants suffering in North Africa and those attempting to reach Europe or die trying will be at the heart of Pope Francis's visit to Marseille this week.
US auto union chief warns ready to 'amp up' strike if no deal
The United Auto Workers chief warned Sunday that a historic strike at the top three US car manufacturers will expand if the companies do not raise their wage offers in ongoing negotiations.
Water-starved Saudi confronts desalination's heavy toll
Solar panels soak up blinding noontime rays that help power a water desalination facility in eastern Saudi Arabia, a step towards making the notoriously emissions-heavy process less environmentally taxing.
Slack CEO is ready to ride AI wave
Artificial Intelligence is transforming Slack, the widely used workplace messaging platform, its CEO told AFP just nine months after taking on one of the most high profile jobs in Silicon Valley.
From streetwear to red carpet, London Fashion Week offers choices
From streetwear to elegant evening dresses, the catwalks of London Fashion Week were not short of choices as designers showcased their collections for spring and summer 2024.
US auto talks at 'critical phase' as political pressure grows
High-wire talks between striking US workers and automotive giants are in a "critical phase," Jeep-maker Stellantis said Saturday, as politicians staked out positions on a labor issue that could have national impact.
UK comedian Russell Brand accused of sexual assault: media
British comedian and actor Russell Brand has been accused of rape, sexual assaults and emotional abuse during a seven-year period, according to the results of a media investigation published Saturday.
California sues oil giants, alleging climate risks deception
The US state of California sued five of the world's largest oil companies on Friday, alleging the firms caused billions of dollars in damages and misled the public by minimizing the risks from fossil fuels, according to a court filing.
Upbeat mood along picket lines on US auto strike's first day
Tim Jackson was partly through a car repair Thursday night when he learned that Ford's Wayne, Michigan factory had been tapped as one of three plants nationally to strike.
California sues oil giants, alleging climate risks deception: NYT
The US state of California sued five of the world's largest oil companies on Friday, alleging the firms caused billions of dollars in damages and misled the public by minimizing the risks from fossil fuels, The New York Times reported.
Turkish clubs take financial hit to attract big names in transfer market
Turkey's biggest clubs lured established stars including Mauro Icardi, Hakim Ziyech and Wilfried Zaha to the Super Lig in the transfer window with a spending spree that leaves them slipping further into the red.