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UN chief fears for ‘millions’ of Palestinians amid UNRWA funding shortfall
Antonio Guterres denounces 'disinformation, smear campaigns' against the UN agency for Palestinian refugees.
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Mercury’s Thomas says received online abuse following WNBA suspension
Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas was suspended for a game after making contact with her fist on Caitlin Clark's throat.
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Iran says it couldn’t export a ‘single barrel of oil’ during US blockade
Iran was unable to export any oil during the US blockade of its ports, the country's chief negotiator has said.
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Who is leading the race for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Golden Boot award?
Argentina's Messi is level on goals with France's Mbappe as World Cup favourites look to power through the knockouts.
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Southeast Asia’s homegrown artists are knocking K-pop off its pedestal
Drawing lessons from the global success of K-Pop, the region is finding its own voice in a new generation of artists.
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US lifts restrictions on powerful AI models Fable, Mythos, Anthropic says
AI firm says it will begin restoring access to Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 after removal of export controls.
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Algeria to vote in test of post-Hirak political landscape
Algeria holds legislative elections amid debates over reform, turnout and political stability.
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LeBron James thanks LA Lakers ahead of free agency exit for 24th season
After eight years at the LA Lakers, James's next destination will be decided in NBA's imminent free agency period.
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North Korea’s Kim hails ‘unshakeable will’ to develop ties with China’s Xi
Kim Jong Un has sent Xi Jinping a congratulatory message to mark the 105th anniversary of the Chinese Communist Party.
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Iran leaves World Cup with warm send-off from Mexican fans
Mexican fans gathered in Tijuana to bid farewell to Iran's national football team before the squad departed
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Mbappe, Deschamps break World Cup records in Sweden thrashing
With his fifth and sixth goals at the tournament, Mbappe pulls even with Messi in the Golden Boot race.
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Mexican fans keep Ecuador’s team awake before World Cup showdown
Mexican fans gathered outside Ecuador’s team hotel using loudspeakers, horns and motorcycles to disturb their rest.