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France’s Marine Le Pen must wear ankle tag after appeal ruling
A French appeals court upheld Marine Le Pen's conviction for misusing European Parliament funds.
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Tornadoes kill 17 in central China as Typhoon Bavi looms offshore
Severe rain and winds lash southern Guangxi and central Hubei provinces, with President Xi urging an 'all out' response.
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French far-right leader Le Pen says will run in 2027 presidential election
Her announcement followed a court ruling that meant she would have to wear an electronic tag while campaigning.
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Several hurt in Damascus blasts as Macron meets Syria’s Sharaa
Several hurt in Damascus blasts as Macron meets Syria's Sharaa
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How conflict minerals fuel war in eastern DR Congo amid US sanctions
The US has imposed sanctions on Rwandan companies it says helped finance armed groups through the illicit minerals trade
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IOC lifts suspension, paves way for Russians to compete at LA 2028 Olympics
No decision yet on whether Russia may display its flag, colours or have its anthem played at the Games.
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South Africans line up for jobs after exodus of foreign workers
Many South Africans are hoping to secure the jobs left vacant by the departure of foreigners
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What happened in the first half of the Argentina vs Egypt World Cup match?
Egypt score a goal and then save a Messi penalty to keep the reigning champions at bay in Atlanta.
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LIVE: Switzerland vs Colombia – FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16
Live coverage and text updates from our commentary stream as Switzerland play Colombia in round of 16 knockout stage.
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US trade deficit surges amid artificial intelligence spending boom
Imbalance soars to $77.6bn in May as imports outpaced exports, driven by pharmaceuticals and semiconductors.
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Christians are not united for Israel
The Christian Zionist narrative linking faith to support for Israel is deeply flawed. Evangelicals have begun to see it.
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Trump says will lift sanctions on Turkiye, ‘consider’ selling F-35s
Announcement during Ankara meeting suggests pivot in US policy, despite opposition from Israel.