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NATO project tests perennial grass to clean Ukraine's war-hit soil
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Vietnam unveils 'baby bonus' after scrapping two-child policy
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Duffy returns for New Zealand against West Indies
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Majestic Olise raises France to another level at World Cup
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Mexico see off Ecuador to break 40-year World Cup curse
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US govt lifts restrictions on powerful AI models, Anthropic says
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Trump earned over $1 bn from crypto ventures in 2025
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Indian sailors fear returning to Gulf after Middle East war
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The Afghan women farmers keeping their village alive
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'Love it': Wimbledon's military stewards tradition turns 80
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Mexico v Ecuador World Cup game delayed by one hour: FIFA
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US deports first migrant to Pacific nation Palau
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Talks in Qatar after US-Iran deal: What we know
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Potter admits Sweden couldn't live with France in World Cup defeat
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Tuchel refuses to dampen England World Cup expectations
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US coach dismisses European jinx ahead of Bosnia clash
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Mbappe hails unity as France rally around Deschamps at World Cup
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World Bank to phase out lending to China by 2031
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Mbappe fires France into World Cup last 16, Norway advance
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Mbappe scores twice as France breeze past Sweden into World Cup last 16
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Belgium fully fit ahead of Senegal tie at World Cup, says Garcia
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DR Congo have 'nothing to lose' in England World Cup clash
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Koeman steps down as Netherlands coach after World Cup exit
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Kobbie Mainoo has signed a new contract at Manchester United that will keep him at Old Trafford until 2031, bringing an end to months of uncertainty over his future.
Mainoo signs new Man Utd contract
Kobbie Mainoo has signed a new contract at Manchester United that will keep him at the club until 2031, bringing an end to months of uncertainty over his future.
Burnley boss Parker leaves club after relegation
Scott Parker has left his position as head coach of Burnley by mutual consent following the club's relegation from the Premier League, it was announced on Thursday.
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Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag has been fined a quarter of his match fee for vaping in the dressing room during a game, the Indian Premier League said Thursday.
Hero's welcome in Kenya for marathon record-breaker Sawe
There was a hero's welcome for marathon world record-breaker Sabastian Sawe as he returned to Kenya and was lauded by President William Ruto on Thursday.
Pistons stay alive, Lakers can't stop Rockets
Cade Cunningham kept top-seeded Detroit's NBA playoff run alive against the Orlando Magic, as the Los Angeles Lakers again failed to close out their series with Houston on Wednesday.
Inoue wary of 'clever' Nakatani in sold-out Tokyo superfight
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An epic Cade Cunningham performance kept top-seeded Detroit's NBA playoff run alive in a crucial 116-109 victory over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday.
Iran, World Cup loom over FIFA Congress
Football's power brokers meet in Vancouver on Thursday as FIFA convenes its 76th Congress, a high‑stakes gathering less than two months before the biggest World Cup ever opens across Canada, Mexico and the United States.
Saudi to end LIV Golf funding this year: reports
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'This cannot happen': Arsenal's Arteta livid over Eze penalty review
Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta was left raging at the decision to overturn a penalty his team had been awarded in their 1-1 Champions League semi-final first leg draw at Atletico Madrid on Wednesday.
Arsenal, Atletico trade penalties in Champions League semi-final draw
Julian Alvarez's penalty secured Atletico Madrid a 1-1 draw against Arsenal in a nervy Champions League semi-final first leg clash on Wednesday.
Palace boss Glasner eager for another trophy in Europe
Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner said Wednesday there was a "huge desire" among his squad to add to the club's trophy collection ahead of their UEFA Conference League semi-final against Shakhtar Donetsk.
PSG blow as Hakimi ruled out of Champions League semi-final return
Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi will miss the Champions League semi-final second leg at Bayern Munich next week due to a thigh injury, the European champions said on Wednesday.
Rickelton ton in vain as Hyderabad chase down 244 to beat Mumbai
Ryan Rickelton's maiden IPL century came in vain as Sunrisers Hyderabad chased down 244 to beat Mumbai Indians by six wickets in the Indian Premier League on Wednesday.
Draper out of French Open in fresh injury blow
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Liverpool 'expect Salah to be available' before Anfield exit
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World snooker champion Zhao Xintong succumbs to 'Crucible curse'
Defending champion Zhao Xintong fell victim to the "Crucible curse" as he was knocked out of the World Snooker Championship on Wednesday following a 13-10 quarter-final defeat by Shaun Murphy.
Joshua warm-up defeat would 'kill' Fury fight, warns promoter Warren
Veteran boxing promoter Frank Warren has warned Anthony Joshua that defeat by Kristian Prenga would "kill" plans for a long-awaited clash against fellow British former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury.
Sinner stops Jodar to book spot in Madrid Open semis
Jannik Sinner ended the inspired run of teen home favourite Rafael Jodar with a 6-2, 7-6 (7/0) victory at the Madrid Open on Wednesday to complete his set of semi-finals reached at all nine Masters 1000 tournaments.
Pogacar wins opening full stage to take Tour de Romandie lead
World champion Tadej Pogacar stamped his authority on the Tour de Romandie by sprinting to victory on Wednesday's opening full stage.
Pereira aiming to bring European glory back to Forest
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Emery aims to write 'new chapter' in Europe with Villa
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UN experts urge Saudi labour practices switch before World Cup
UN rights experts on Wednesday urged Saudi Arabia to ditch their foreign labour system in the build-up to the 2034 football World Cup, citing abuse and exploitation concerns.
Was PSG against Bayern the Champions League's greatest ever game?
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Chelsea captain Millie Bright retires
Chelsea captain and former England international Millie Bright announced her immediate retirement from football on Wednesday.
Welsh rugby great North to hang up his boots
Welsh rugby icon George North said he will retire from the sport at the end of the season, having "been able to live out my childhood dream".
Wembanyama's Spurs advance in NBA playoffs, 76ers stay alive
The San Antonio Spurs punched their ticket to the second round of the NBA playoffs on Tuesday, leading wire to wire in a 114-95 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers.
Tigres edges Nashville in CONCACAF Champions Cup first leg
Angel Correa's goal in the 33rd minute delivered Mexico's Tigres UANL a 1-0 victory over host Nashville of MLS in Tuesday's CONCACAF Champions Cup semi-final first leg match.
What we learned from cycling's Spring Classics
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Villa, Forest revive European glory days in semi-final showdown
Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest, two clubs rich in European history, are one step from a first continental final in decades as they meet in the last four of the Europa League.