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Danube river's low water levels reveal remains of WWII soldiers and motorcycle -- A remarkably well-preserved motorcycle and identification tags were found alongside the bodies.

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Israeli settlers besieging Palestinian families in West Bank village

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In pictures: Stunning eclipse turns daylight into darkness across Europe

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Three men will be executed on the same day as death penalties rise in US

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Members of Trump's cabinet remained on decoy plane, after president's quiet exit

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ICE plans to equip agents with gloves that can deliver electric shocks

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Australian army whistleblower released on parole after more than two years in jail

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Australia's game-changing disability support is in crisis – what went wrong? -- The programme was game-changing for its users - but as costs balloon, its success has led to its downfall.

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Vultures are disappearing in Nigeria - but the 'Vulture King' is fighting to reverse the trend -- Some see them as sinister or hunt them for ritual use but these birds play a vital role in nature's cycle.

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Watch: Endangered sea turtle makes 5,000-mile journey back to Texas from Wales -- Rhossi, a rare Kemp's ridley sea turtle, was found close to death after washing up on a Welsh beach in 2023.

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Ayra Starr on her secret relationship and teasing Stevie Wonder -- The musician shares the personal stories behind her third album, and the time she teased a legend.

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Why Japanese firms are being so slow to use AI -- Japanese risk aversion and conservatism blamed for slow AI take-up by the country's business sector.

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Why are 'human fridges' being sold in Japan?

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Timelapse shows total eclipse in Spain and Iceland

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Two dead after military helicopter crashes in Texas -- An Apache military helicopter crashed in central Texas, officials said Wednesday. -- US & Canada

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Messi unsure he will play 'much longer' after father's death -- Lionel Messi says he is unsure how much longer he will continue playing football in an emotional tribute after his father's death. -- Argentina

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Spotify to add label for AI-generated artists and remove them from recommendations -- The new feature, starting from mid-September, will tell listeners if an artist is AI-generated.

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Eurovision Song Contest changes rules for countries at war -- Organisers say countries engaged in armed conflict will be automatically disqualified from hosting.

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LA Lakers to be sold in record $12.5bn deal -- The Los Angeles Lakers is to be sold for a reported record $12.5bn - less than a year after Mark Walter took a majority stake in the NBA franchise.

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Thousands of Canadians call for US ambassador's expulsion

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Travis Kelce shares first details from his wedding to Taylor Swift - 'Best night of my life'

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Major Russian grain export terminals hit in Ukraine Black Sea port attack

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Once-in-a-generation solar eclipse wows millions in UK and Europe

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Ebola outbreak on track to be deadliest ever, WHO chief says

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Fearless Madjo, 17, ends eight-month wait with dream Villa debut -- Teenage striker Brian Madjo scores on his Aston Villa debut in Uefa Super Cup defeat by Paris St-Germain to end eight-month wait for a chance to play in competitive games.

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Messi's most iconic moments as he ponders retirement -- As Lionel Messi considers his footballing future following the death of his father, BBC Sport looks back at some of his most iconic moments.

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Chelsea set Friday deadline over £120m Fernandez -- Chelsea set a Friday deadline for offers of £120m for clubs interested in midfielder Enzo Fernandez.

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GB's Hudson-Smith wins historic 400m gold on home track -- Great Britain's Matthew Hudson-Smith makes history as the joint-most decorated man of all-time at European Championships by claiming 400m gold in Birmingham.

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Fernandes the centre of attention - but what next for Man Utd captain? -- Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes is attracting attention on and off the pitch.

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Atletico agree £34.2m deal for Tottenham's Romero -- Cristian Romero is set to join La Liga side Atletico Madrid as they agree a £34.2m fee with Tottenham for their captain.

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