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France’s Kouame becomes youngest male Grand Slam match-winner in 17 years
At 17, Moise Kouame becomes the youngest winner of a Grand Slam match with French Open win against Marin Cilic.
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Albert Manifold ousted as BP chair over governance and conduct concerns
BP stock falls by over 4 percent in US and UK markets as governance concerns lead to chairman Albert Manifold's removal.
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Iranian fishermen struggle to survive amid Hormuz blockade
The livelihoods of Iranian fishermen have taken a hit amid the US blockade on Iran’s ports in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Scotland fans book 20 school buses for games at ‘inaccessible’ US World Cup
As ticket prices soar to record levels, fans come to terms with overall cost of following their teams at World Cup.
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European countries and EU summon Russian envoys over threats on Kyiv
EU spokesperson Anitta Hipper says Russia’s threat to diplomats and foreign citizens is an 'unacceptable escalation'.
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Iran condemns US strikes as 'gross violation' of ceasefire
The attacks took place while Iranian and Qatari negotiators were in Doha for peace talks.
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Tehran labels US attacks ‘gross violation’, says it is prepared to respond
The US says it struck boats and missile sites in Iran, shortly after both sides had indicated progress in peace talks.
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Israel is no longer ‘shooting and crying’
A settler society rewarded for its violence has stopped pretending to mourn it.
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Hajj pilgrims gather at Mount Arafat under scorching desert sun
Temperatures near 44°C test worshippers’ endurance as the annual pilgrimage unfolds under the shadow of war.
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‘Leave Kyiv’: Why Russia’s latest Ukraine threat is a major escalation
Russia and Ukraine have been at war since February 2022 and have not yet agreed on a peace deal.
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Four killed as school minibus collides with train in Belgium
Two schoolchildren, their chaperone and the minibus driver were killed in the crash, says a Belgian minister.
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The Mali crisis could have a dangerous spillover effect
The Sahel region could see a major surge of instability unless urgent action is taken to seek a diplomatic solution.
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Muslims pray on Mount Arafat at high point of Hajj pilgrimage
On the most spiritually significant day of the annual Hajj pilgrimage, Muslims gather on Mount Arafat to pray.
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Israel’s labour force transformed since October 7
Israel's labour force transformed since October 7
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Delhi's most exclusive club is under threat of shutdown - can it survive?
The British-era Gymkhana Club is facing eviction, triggering a legal battle and a wave of nostalgia.
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Venezuelan prison director sacked as inmates allege mistreatment
Prisoners at the jail in Barinas state had accused Elvis Macuare Guerrero of "torture" and called on the authorities to act.
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‘I was actually depressed’: France tries to deport immigrant students
In an impoverished Parisian suburb, some young people are being ordered to leave when they graduate from high school.
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Car swept away by floodwater after bridge collapses in China
Car swept away by floodwater after bridge collapses in China
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Pakistan and China reach ‘new broad consensus’ on boosting ties
A joint statement says the countries aim to boost the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and develop Gwadar port.
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Anticipation in Iran as talks with US continue amid attacks, war of words
The markets in Iran predict a breakthrough, but sentiments on the street and among the leadership are divided.
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US launches new strikes on Iran, targeting missile sites and boats
US Central Command says the strikes were taken in "self-defence", while Iran reports it downed a US drone that entered its airspace.
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Michael Jordan pays tribute to Pep Guardiola at Man City manager’s farewell
The NBA great was among several high-profile names who saluted Guardiola's tenure after 10 years in charge at the club.
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Palestine weekly wrap: Ben-Gvir’s abuse of flotilla detainees causes outcry
Israel's president condemns settler violence as international outrage mounts over treatment of Gaza aid activists.
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Watch: Bridge collapses and car swept away in China river
The driver and passengers of the car managed to escape before the bridge gave way in Xiaogan.
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