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'I wanted it to work': Ukrainians disappointed by Easter truce
AFP - 1h ago
Many Ukrainians felt let down by a 30-hour Easter truce announced by Russia, even if some welcomed a brief lull in …
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US urges curb of Google's search dominance as AI looms
AFP - 1h ago
US government attorneys urged a federal judge Monday to make Google spin off its Chrome browser, arguing artificial …
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Oscar voters required to view all films before casting ballots
Apr 22 2025
Oscar voters will be required to demonstrate that they have watched all the films in each category before they cast …
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Biles 'not so sure' about competing at Los Angeles Olympics
Apr 22 2025
American gymnast Simone Biles, voted Sportswoman of the Year at the Laureus Sport Awards ceremony in Madrid, said she …
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'I don't miss tennis' says Nadal
Apr 22 2025
Rafael Nadal insisted on Monday that he doesn't "miss tennis" after being honoured with a Sporting Icon award at the …
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Harvard sues Trump over US federal funding cuts
Apr 22 2025
Harvard sued US President Donald Trump's administration Monday in a sharp escalation of the fight between the …
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'One isn't born a saint': School nuns remember Pope Francis as a boy
AFP - 3h ago
At the school in Buenos Aires where he started his religious journey at the young age of 5, the nuns remember the boy …
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Pope Francis death from a stroke sets off global tributes, mourning
AFP - 3h ago
Pope Francis died of a stroke, the Vatican announced hours after the death on Monday of the 88-year-old reformer who …
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World leaders pay tribute to Pope Francis, dead at 88
AFP - 3h ago
World leaders remembered Pope Francis as "a beacon of compassion" after the death on Monday of the leader of the world's …
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Global mourning as Pope Francis dies of stroke aged 88
AFP - 2h ago
Pope Francis died of a stroke, the Vatican announced hours after the death on Monday of the 88-year-old reformer who …
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Russia resumes attacks on Ukraine after Easter truce
AFP - 4h ago
Russia launched aerial attacks at Ukraine on Monday in an abrupt end to a fragile Easter truce, while President Vladimir …
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Trump backs Pentagon chief despite new Signal chat scandal
AFP - 6h ago
President Donald Trump stood behind his controversial Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth Monday despite a new scandal over his …
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Global mourning as Pope Francis dies aged 88
AFP - 1h ago
Pope Francis died of a stroke, the Vatican said on Monday, amid widespread mourning for the 88-year-old reformer who …
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Argentina mourns loss of papal son
AFP - 9h ago
Grief-stricken Argentines massed at Buenos Aires Cathedral early Monday to collectively mourn their late pontiff, …
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Pope Francis' death at 88 prompts worldwide mourning
AFP - 3h ago
Pope Francis died on Monday aged 88, prompting mourning across the Christian world for the energetic reformer who …
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Pentagon chief dismisses reports he shared military info with wife
AFP - 9h ago
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday dismissed new allegations that he shared information about military strikes …
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15 potential successors to Pope Francis
AFP - 8h ago
The April 21 death of Pope Francis triggered a period of mourning in the Catholic Church, but also kick-started the race …
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Francis: radical leader who broke the papal mould
AFP - 10h ago
Pope Francis, who died Monday aged 88, will go down in history as a radical pontiff, a champion of underdogs who forged …
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The papabili - 15 potential successors to Pope Francis
AFP - 15m ago
The April 21 death of Pope Francis triggered a period of mourning in the Catholic Church, but also kick-started the race …
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Pope Francis is dead at 88
AFP - 2h ago
Pope Francis, an energetic reformer who inspired widespread devotion from Catholics but riled traditionalists, died on …
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World leaders react to the death of Pope Francis
AFP - 30m ago
World leaders remembered Pope Francis as "a beacon of compassion," as the death on Monday of the leader of the world's …
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Stunned and sad, faithful gather at St Peter's to remember Francis
AFP - 13h ago
A hush reigned over the normally boisterous St Peter's Square on Monday as the faithful and the curious alike gathered …
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The beautiful game: Pope Francis's passion for football
AFP - 14h ago
His predecessor loved Mozart, but Pope Francis's passion was football, for him "the most beautiful game" and also a …
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Clerical sex abuse: Pope Francis's thorniest challenge
AFP - 5h ago
When Pope Francis took over in 2013, the Catholic Church was embroiled in a global scandal over child sex abuse by …
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Pope Francis's delicate ties with politics in Argentina
AFP - 14h ago
Pope Francis navigated a complex relationship with politics in Argentina, a juggling act observers say explains why he …
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Pope Francis has died aged 88
AFP - 1h ago
Pope Francis, an energetic reformer who inspired widespread devotion from Catholics but riled traditionalists, died on …
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Inside South Africa's wildlife CSI school helping to catch poachers
AFP - 6h ago
The rhino lay frozen in the sand, its grey legs stiff, glassy eyes open, horn crudely sawed off.
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Thunder crush Grizzlies as Celtics, Cavs and Warriors win
AFP - 4h ago
Oklahoma City Thunder destroyed the Memphis Grizzlies 131-80 in the most lopsided game-one win in NBA playoff history on …
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'Grandpa robbers' go on trial for Kardashian heist in Paris
AFP - 4h ago
A group of suspects nicknamed the "grandpa robbers" goes on trial at the end of April, charged with stealing jewellery …
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Trump tariffs stunt US toy imports as sellers play for time
AFP - 6h ago
Josh Staph fears the fun-packed shelves of his toy warehouse might start looking joyless in the months ahead, with …
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Three talking points from the Premier League
AFP - 5h ago
Liverpool closed to within one win of the Premier League title, while Leicester's relegation was confirmed on Sunday …
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US defense chief shared sensitive information in second Signal chat: US media
AFP - 10h ago
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth shared information on forthcoming US air strikes on Yemen in a private Signal chat …
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El Salvador offers to swap US deportees with Venezuela
AFP - 8h ago
Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele offered Venezuela Sunday a trade of 252 Venezuelans deported to his country by the …
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As Dalai Lama approaches 90, Tibetans weigh future
AFP - 12h ago
When the Dalai Lama turns 90 in July, the Buddhist monk, who for many exiled Tibetans personifies dreams of a free …
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Trump in his own words: 100 days of quotes
AFP - 5h ago
Donald Trump's first 100 days back in the US presidency have showcased his unique ability to shock -- and sometimes …
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Thunder rumble to record win over Grizzlies, Celtics top Magic in NBA playoff openers
AFP - 6h ago
The Oklahoma City Thunder destroyed the Memphis Grizzlies 131-80 on Sunday, grabbing the most lopsided game-one win in …
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Afro-Brazilian carnival celebrates cultural kinship in Lagos
AFP - 3h ago
Thousands of young and old descendants of formerly enslaved people donned elaborate costumes Sunday to bring the rhythm, …
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Russia and Ukraine trade blame over Easter truce, as Trump predicts 'deal'
Apr 20 2025
Russia and Ukraine on Sunday accused each other of violating an Easter truce as US President Donald Trump surprisingly …
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Israel says Gaza medics' killing a 'mistake', to dismiss commander
Apr 20 2025
An Israeli military report on the killing of 15 Palestinian emergency workers in Gaza admitted Sunday that mistakes led …
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Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of breaching Easter truce
Apr 20 2025
Russia and Ukraine on Sunday accused each other of violating an Easter truce announced by Russian President Vladimir …
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Trump slams 'weak' judges as deportation row intensifies
Apr 20 2025
The clash over President Donald Trump's bid to exercise unprecedented powers in deporting migrants deepened Sunday as he …
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Alexander-Arnold fires Liverpool to brink of title, Leicester relegated
Apr 20 2025
Trent Alexander-Arnold fired Liverpool to the brink of the Premier League title as his late strike sealed a 1-0 win that …
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Frail Pope Francis takes to popemobile to greet Easter crowd
Apr 20 2025
Pope Francis called for freedom of thought and tolerance in his Easter Sunday address, as the weakened pontiff delighted …
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Trump eyes gutting US diplomacy in Africa, cutting soft power: draft plan
Apr 20 2025
The United States would drastically reduce its diplomatic footprint in Africa and scrap State Department offices dealing …
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Ukrainian troops celebrate Easter as blasts punctuate Putin's truce
Apr 20 2025
Chaplain Volodymyr was in the middle of his Easter prayer near the front in Ukraine's Donetsk region when another …
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Ukrainians voice scepticism on Easter truce
Apr 20 2025
As bells rang out for Easter Sunday in Kyiv, local people told AFP they did not believe Moscow would keep its word by …
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Pope wishes 'Happy Easter' to faithful in appearance at St Peter's Square
Apr 20 2025
Pope Francis appeared in front of thousands of Catholic faithful at St Peter's Square on Sunday for Easter, despite the …
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Zelensky says Russian attacks ongoing despite Putin's Easter truce
Apr 20 2025
Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday said Russian forces were continuing their shelling and assaults along the front …
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Recovering pope expected to delight crowds at Easter Sunday mass
Apr 20 2025
Catholic faithful gathered Easter Sunday in St Peter's Square on the holiest day of the Christian calendar, hoping Pope …
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Zelensky says Ukraine will observe Putin's Easter truce but claims violations
Apr 20 2025
Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky said Saturday his forces would observe a surprise Easter truce announced by Russian …
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US Supreme Court intervenes to block Trump deportations
Apr 19 2025
The US Supreme Court, in a dramatic nighttime intervention Saturday, blocked President Donald Trump's unprecedented use …
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Liga leaders Barca make stunning comeback to beat Celta Vigo
Apr 19 2025
Barcelona pulled off a stunning comeback from two goals down to beat Celta Vigo 4-3 on Saturday and move seven points …
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US, Iran report progress in nuclear talks, will meet again
Apr 19 2025
The United States and Iran made progress in a second round of high-stakes talks on Tehran's nuclear programme on …
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Hamas armed wing says fate of US-Israeli captive unknown
Apr 19 2025
The fate of a US-Israeli hostage who Hamas said had featured in an Israeli truce proposal remains unknown, the group …
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DR Congo boat fire toll revised down to 33
Apr 19 2025
The mayor of the DR Congo town near where a boat caught fire earlier this week told AFP on Saturday that at least 33 …
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US, Iran to hold more nuclear talks after latest round
Apr 19 2025
The United States and Iran concluded a second round of high-stakes talks on Tehran's nuclear programme on Saturday, …
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From Messi to Trump, AI action figures are the rage
Apr 19 2025
The latest internet obsession is one impossible to escape on social media: images of well-known figures in plastic toy …
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Putin announces 'Easter truce' in Ukraine
Apr 19 2025
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday announced a surprise Easter truce in Ukraine, set to last until midnight on …
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Barca make stunning comeback to beat Celta Vigo in Liga thriller
Apr 19 2025
Barcelona pulled off a stunning comeback from two goals down to beat Celta Vigo 4-3 on Saturday and move seven points …
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US Supreme Court intervenes to pause Trump deportations
Apr 19 2025
The US Supreme Court, in a dramatic nighttime intervention Saturday, paused President Donald Trump's unprecedented use …
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Tunisia opposition figures get jail terms in mass trial
Apr 19 2025
A Tunisian court has handed down jail sentences of up to 66 years to multiple defendants, including prominent opposition …
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Afghan PM condemns Pakistan's 'unilateral' deportations
Apr 19 2025
Afghanistan's prime minister condemned on Saturday the "unilateral measures" taken by Pakistan to forcibly deport tens …
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Iran says to hold more nuclear talks with US after latest round
Apr 19 2025
The United States and Iran on Saturday concluded a second round of high-stakes talks on Tehran's nuclear programme, …
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Vance and Francis: divergent values but shared ideas
Apr 19 2025
Pope Francis is the spiritual leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics who preaches for a more open church and …
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Iran, US conclude second round of high-stakes nuclear talks in Rome
Apr 19 2025
The United States and Iran on Saturday concluded a second round of high-stakes talks on Tehran's nuclear programme, with …
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Iran, US hold second round of high-stakes nuclear talks in Rome
Apr 19 2025
The United States and Iran on Saturday resumed high-stakes talks on Tehran's nuclear programme, a week after an initial …
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Afghan FM tells Pakistan's top diplomat deportations are 'disappointment'
Apr 19 2025
Afghanistan's foreign minister expressed "deep concern and disappointment" to his Pakistani counterpart on Saturday over …
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Mob beats to death man from persecuted Pakistan minority
Apr 19 2025
A mob beat to death a member of Pakistan's persecuted Ahmadiyya minority on Friday after hundreds of radical Islamists …
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Iran, US to hold second round of high-stakes nuclear talks in Rome
Apr 19 2025
The United States and Iran are set to resume high-stakes talks Saturday on Tehran's nuclear programme, a week after an …
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Pakistan foreign minister arrives in Kabul as Afghan deportations rise
Apr 19 2025
Pakistan's foreign minister arrived Saturday in Afghanistan to meet Taliban officials after his country expelled more …
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Trump warns US could ditch Ukraine talks if no progress
Apr 18 2025
US President Donald Trump warned Thursday that Washington would "take a pass" on talks to end the Ukraine war within …
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80 killed in deadliest US attack on Yemen, Huthis say
Apr 18 2025
US strikes on a Yemeni fuel port killed at least 80 people, Huthi rebels said Friday, in the deadliest attack of …
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Vance meets Italy's Meloni before Easter at the Vatican
Apr 18 2025
US Vice President JD Vance on Friday met Italy's Giorgia Meloni in Rome and later prayed at the Vatican during an Easter …
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74 killed in deadliest US attack on Yemen, Huthis say
Apr 18 2025
US strikes on a Yemeni fuel port killed at least 74 people, Huthi rebels said Friday, in the deadliest attack of …
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Client brain-dead after Paris cryotherapy session goes wrong
Apr 18 2025
A woman injured during a fatal cryotherapy session at a gym in France's capital earlier this week is now brain-dead, the …
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US officials split on Ukraine truce prospects
Apr 18 2025
Top US officials gave mixed signals about the prospect of a Ukraine ceasefire on Friday, bringing uncertainty to the …
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Vance meets Meloni in Rome before Easter at the Vatican
Apr 18 2025
US Vice President JD Vance met with Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome on Friday, ahead of celebrating Easter …
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US threatens to withdraw from Ukraine talks if no progress
Apr 18 2025
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that Washington could soon exit efforts to reach a Ukraine ceasefire if it …
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Russia says Ukraine energy truce over, US mulls peace talks exit
Apr 18 2025
Russia said Friday that a 30-day pause on Ukrainian energy site strikes has expired, a step away from peace just as …
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58 killed in deadliest US strike on Yemen, Huthis say
Apr 18 2025
US strikes on a Yemeni fuel port killed at least 58 people, Huthi rebels said Friday, in the deadliest attack of …
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Russia rains missiles on Ukraine as US mulls ending truce efforts
Apr 18 2025
Russia fired a fresh volley of missiles and drones at Ukraine overnight, wounding dozens of people, Kyiv said Friday, as …
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'War has taken everything': AFP reporter returns home to Khartoum
Apr 18 2025
It had been nearly two years since AFP journalist Abdelmoneim Abu Idris Ali set foot in his home in war-torn Khartoum, …
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'Defend ourselves': Refugee girls in Kenya find strength in taekwondo
Apr 18 2025
Along one of the many dirt tracks leading into Kenya's Kakuma refugee camp there is a large hidden compound, where …
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France hails 'positive process' as Europe, US discuss Ukraine ceasefire
Apr 18 2025
France said talks Thursday between top US and European officials on the war in Ukraine had launched a "positive …
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Chinese vent anger at Trump's trade war with memes, mockery
Apr 18 2025
While China's leaders use their economic and political might to fight Donald Trump's trade war "to the end", its army of …
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Mongolian LGBTQ youth fight for recognition through music, comedy
Apr 18 2025
Mongolian influencer Anudari Daarya looks effortlessly glamorous and carefree in her social media posts -- but the …
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Under fire at debate, Canada PM Carney tries to focus on Trump
Apr 18 2025
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney faced sustained attacks from his Conservative rival at an election debate Thursday, …
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Disappointed Dortmund chase consistency with Europe at stake
Apr 18 2025
Champions League finalists less than a year ago, Borussia Dortmund host Borussia Moenchengladbach in the Bundesliga on …
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Liverpool poised for Premier League coronation, Leicester, Ipswich for relegation
Apr 18 2025
Liverpool could seal the Premier League on Sunday should the runaway leaders condemn Leicester to relegation and Arsenal …
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India's elephant warning system tackles deadly conflict
Apr 18 2025
In central India's dry forests, community trackers hunt for signs of elephants to feed into an alert system that is …
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Trump and Italy's Meloni talk up EU tariff deal hopes
Apr 18 2025
Donald Trump and Giorgia Meloni hit an optimistic note about a possible US-EU tariffs deal Thursday as the far-right …
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Trump insists he could fire independent Fed Chair Powell
Apr 18 2025
US President Donald Trump on Thursday insisted that he could force out the head of the independent Federal Reserve, …
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Google has illegal monopoly in ad tech, US judge rules
Apr 18 2025
A US judge on Thursday ruled that Google illegally wielded monopoly power in the online ad technology market, in a legal …
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CAF crackdown after trouble in African club matches
Apr 18 2025
Esperance of Tunisia, Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa and Mouloudia Alger of Algeria were the clubs hardest hit …
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Hamas signals rejection of Israel's latest truce proposal
Apr 18 2025
Hamas on Thursday signalled its rejection of Israel's latest truce proposal and called for a "comprehensive" deal to end …
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Members of UK Jewish group launch broadside on Gaza war
Apr 18 2025
Members of the largest organisation representing British Jews have said Thursday they can no longer "turn a blind eye" …
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Man Utd buy time to make miserable season 'special', says Amorim
Apr 18 2025
Manchester United can turn a miserable season into a memorable one, Ruben Amorim said Thursday after watching his Red …
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Spring snow storm wreaks deadly havoc in the Alps
Apr 18 2025
More than a metre (3.3 feet) of snow fell in a few hours in the Alps as a rare spring storm left at least one dead and …
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Trump talks up EU tariff deal as Italy's Meloni visits
Apr 17 2025
US President Donald Trump said he would "100 percent" reach a tariffs deal with the European Union as Italian Prime …
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UN nuclear chief says Iran, US running out of time to secure deal
Apr 17 2025
UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi said Thursday that Iran and the United States were running out of time to secure …
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US judge rules against Google in online ad tech antitrust case
Apr 17 2025
A US judge on Thursday ruled that Google illegally wielded monopoly power in the online ad technology market, in a legal …
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Macron praises US-European-Ukraine talks as 'important occasion for convergence'
Apr 17 2025
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday hailed rare talks involving top US, European and Ukrainian officials as a …
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