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France survive Paraguay's 'disgraceful' and 'embarrassing' dark arts -- After dismantling all before them at this World Cup, France had to find a new way to win against a Paraguay side whose use of the dark arts angered many of those watching.

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Boks unleash big-game brutality on Borthwick's faltering England -- Defeat by South Africa can, and does, happen to any team in world rugby, but England need to stop their losing streak soon.

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LIVE - Trump arrives at National Mall ahead of speech as 4 July celebrations continue - Bad weather set back the celebratory rally in Washington, as well as other events in the US.

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Alex Eala's historic Wimbledon run thrills boxing-obsessed Philippines -- The 21-year-old has become the first Filipino to reach the third round of a Grand Slam in the Open era.

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Williams' sisters Wimbledon comeback ends as Serena withdraws due to injury -- Serena Williams pulls out of her planned Wimbledon doubles appearance with older sister Venus because of a knee injury.

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Former chess champion Kramnik banned over cheating remarks

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Watch: What Trump's Mount Rushmore aspirations reveal

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Canada out of World Cup as Morocco reaches quarter-finals

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William talks World Cup football fever on Travis Kelce's podcast

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UK's Starmer tells of 'intensely personal' decision to quit and warns Burnham in first interview since resigning

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After 250 years the American Dream is surviving, but only just -- The American Dream has persisted since the days of the Founding Fathers, but faith in the ideal is fading

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'Separate in name and power': How America reinvented English -- America's linguistic independence has transformed the English language with a wealth of new words and phrases.

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Trump's new take on 250 years of American expansionism -- The US has grown, both in terms of its land and its people, over the last 250 years. What's next?

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Trump presidency reignites its founding debate - how much power is too much? -- What would the revolutionaries who broke from the British monarchy 250 years ago make of the current head of state?

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Americans are celebrating their split from Britain - how is the UK marking it? -- As the United States turns 250 years old, people across the pond are running events of their own to mark the big breakup.

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What do people in the US hope for the country's future? -- As the US celebrates its 250th birthday, the BBC asked people across the country for their top aspiration. -- US & Canada

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'Flamingo Revolution' takes off as thousands demand Albanian PM's resignation -- Flamingos have become a national symbol of protest, triggered by opposition to a luxury development. -- World

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A very British love affair - why Wimbledon regulars keep coming back -- Devoted fans of the SW19 Championships tell stories of camping in the queue and lifelong friendships.

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A trailblazer whose stage experiments transformed Indian theatre -- Vijaya Mehta is widely credited with modernising Marathi theatre in 1960s and 70s with her experimental plays.

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China's internet got so mad about a celebrity's 'bad' singing, her concert was cancelled -- Celebrities have become outlets for young people's social and economic frustrations.

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Lightning, hotel security and spying - issues England face in Mexico -- England are booed as they arrive at their Mexico City hotel to prepare for their World Cup last-16 game against Mexico - and it's not the only issue they face.

13 hours ago

In spotlight but shunning limelight - Olise's unique rise to top -- A footballer who dislikes too much media attention, but Michael Olise might not have much choice if he carries on his World Cup heroics.

7 hours ago

Funeral of Iran's former supreme leader 'intensely political moment'

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Watch: Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wed in NYC - here's how the day unfolded

21 hours ago

BBC in Tehran as mourners gather for former supreme leader's funeral

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'America's 250th birthday is our 50th anniversary'

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Vatican excommunicates followers of global Catholic sect -- Around 600,000 followers of the Society of Saint Pius X, a Catholic sect, are affected. -- Europe

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Large crowds gather in Tehran on first day of Ayatollah Khamenei's funeral -- Ali Khamenei's body will lie in state in Tehran's Grand Mosalla until Monday, before travelling across Iran and Iraq. -- Middle East

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Row after Indian state drops eggs from school lunch menu -- West Bengal's move to replace eggs in some school meals has sparked a wider debate over nutrition and choice. -- Asia

14 hours ago

Iran nuclear and military damage revealed after restricted satellite images released -- Targets hit include ballistic missile infrastructure, nuclear sites, and naval bases. -- BBC Verify

16 hours ago

Polish PM warns critical months ahead in face of Russian threat -- Tusk says Poland is preparing for "various" scenarios after media reports of a planned Russian attack. -- Europe

11 hours ago

Dior dress, Adam Sandler and a man of honour: What we know about Taylor and Travis's wedding

14 hours ago

Eight of the 10 most populous countries are not in the World Cup

17 hours ago

Ukraine hits major oil terminal in Russia's St Petersburg

13 hours ago

In pictures: Stars and fans celebrate Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding

18 hours ago

Skeletal remains found on US mountain identified as missing Scot

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Prince Harry and Meghan: Will they or won't they, and will we care?

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Russia looks to students to make up for mounting losses in Ukraine

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Prince Harry will not be joined by Meghan and children on London trip

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Fireworks, flyovers and a 'really long' Trump speech ahead as US celebrates 250th

21 hours ago

Brutal heat cancels Fourth of July events, from DC to Philadelphia

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Why England won't fear Mexico or the Azteca - Shearer -- Former England captain Alan Shearer explains why Thomas Tuchel's team will not be worried about the difficult conditions when they play Mexico at the Azteca Stadium. -- England Men

8 hours ago

France overcome stubborn Paraguay to reach quarter-final - Kylian Mbappe scores winner from penalty spot as France overcome stubborn Paraguay to reach World Cup quarter-finals.

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Tuchel praises respectful Mexico fans amid increased security -- Thomas Tuchel dismisses concerns over England's treatment in Mexico, saying it has been "nicer than I expected" and that home fans are "friendly and respectful". -- England Men

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Unbeaten in 34 matches - why Morocco are World Cup contenders -- As Morocco beat Canada to book their place in the last-8, their World Cup campaign can no longer be seen as a fairytale. -- World Cup

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James doubtful for Mexico tie but Quansah fit again -- Reece James misses training on the eve of England's World Cup last-16 tie against Mexico but Jarell Quansah is available again. -- England Men

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