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Why has Trump threatened to bomb Oman, amid Iran war escalation?
The US president has issued a stark warning to a US ally, in a sign of rising tensions over Strait of Hormuz.
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‘True patriot’: White House pays bizarre tribute to Harambe 10 years after gorilla’s death
White House made lengthy post about gorilla shot dead at Cincinnati zoo after a toddler entered his enclosure in 2016Sig...
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Middle East crisis live: Iran says Trump’s threats to ‘blow up’ Oman ‘dangerous and bullying’
US president said ally would be at risk if it did not ‘behave just like everybody else’Hezbollah has claimed dozens of d...
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Hottest year on record almost certain to occur by end of 2030, UN warns
Warning comes as Western Europe experiences a heatwave, with temperatures reaching highs not expected until the summer.
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The kingmakers of Makerfield: English town braces for crucial by-election
On June 18, voters will determine the fate of Andy Burnham, a possible contender to replace embattled PM Starmer.
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Brazil World Cup 2026 team preview: Players to watch, group matches, squad
While one of the least fancied Brazilian World Cup sides of all time, Ancelotti's squad is still loaded with talent.
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Married at First Sight UK had ‘unhealthy’ focus on sex, say show’s insiders
Staff members claim hit Channel 4 show’s culture was ‘toxic from the top down’ amid allegations of rape by female cast m...
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Austrian man who admitted plotting attack at Taylor Swift Vienna concert says he is sorry
Beran A, 21, apologises as court adjourns to consider verdict after alleged plan to attack fans outside stadium in 2024A...
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‘Donald Trump’ buffalo in Bangladesh will be spared sacrifice
An albino buffalo with a blond forelock has shot to fame in Bangladesh as people say it resembles Donald Trump.
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US abortion restrictions are hindering access to miscarriage care, study finds
States with abortion bans are turning away from medications to a wait-and-see approach, with care falling below standard...
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British Museum postpones Jewish culture month lecture over protest fears
Decision drew criticism from some commentators and free speech advocates as well as Tory leader, Kemi BadenochThe Britis...
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Bat dog faces suspension after top Dodgers prospect suffers freak knee injury
Kendall George injured after avoiding dog on fieldCanines are often used to fetch discarded batsBaseball can be a risky...