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Iran says it has closed Strait of Hormuz over Israeli attacks in Lebanon -- The US military has disputed Tehran's claim, which comes ahead of US-Iran talks in Switzerland on Sunday. -- World

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Israeli strikes kill six people in Gaza including Al Jazeera cameraman, officials say -- The Israeli military accused Ahmed Wishah of being a "Hamas sniper operative", without providing evidence. -- Middle East

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Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home -- There are moments when life in Moscow feels completely normal - Thursday morning wasn't one of them, writes Steve Rosenberg.

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Nine people in critical condition after UK train crash

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62 shots, 0 goals - Turkey out of World Cup after two games -- Paraguay took the lead after just 64 seconds, with Turkey then dominating most of the game in search of an equaliser, but it was not to be.

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A fox and Count Binface - why do UK election candidates dress up? -- Candidates like Count Binface are motivated to run for different reasons, but their role in politics is a longstanding tradition. -- Politics

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Japanese pop group XG went from brutal five year training to global pop stars - The Japanese pop group have become global stars, after being recruited before they were teenagers. 23 hrs ago - Asia

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Michael Fassbender says it is becoming harder to know what to trust online -- Stars of spy thriller show The Agency discuss espionage, AI and the personal cost of living a double life.

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Watch: World Cup fans react to US defeating Australia to reach knockout round

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Lebanese turtle conservationist Mona Khalil killed by Israeli strike -- Mona Khalil, who had refused to leave the beach she had spent years protecting, died from her injuries after the Israeli strike. -- Middle East

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LIVE - US Open round three - Scheffler charging, McIlroy stumbling, Clark remains clear - Listen to 5 Sports Extra commentary of the third round of the US Open from Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York.

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Zelensky returns highest Polish honour after award stripped

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Five injured in suspected anti-Muslim attacks after armed man roamed Edinburgh streets

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Tourist dies in Dominican Republic luxury resort fire

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African and Caribbean nations call for formal apology for transatlantic slavery

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Oh, brother! The sibling rivals lining up for different World Cup teams -- Sibling rivals are lining up for different teams at the World Cup, with seven pairs of brothers in total at this tournament.

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Curacao's trailblazer doctor on football's big stage -- Dr Suzanne Huurman is head of medical staff for Curacao's national men's side - the World Cup's smallest ever team by population and size.

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World Cup still waits for real Brazil to show up -- While rivals Argentina and France have impressed in the United States, Brazil have struggled to hit top form - despite a 3-0 win over minnows Haiti.

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Tequila spritz and dot cakes - why these summer trends are having a moment - Fairy cakes, milk bread and a fresh take on a popular cocktail will be big in the coming months. 22 hrs ago

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BBC sees destroyed villages in Israeli-occupied southern Lebanon

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What the US and Iran get out of Trump's deal

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Watch: What we know about the Bedford train crash

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Would you choose to take a 22-hour non-stop flight?

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James Burrows, legendary director of Cheers and Friends, dies aged 85 -- Best-known as co-creator of sitcom Cheers, Burrows directed more than 1,000 episodes of other classics including the Big Bang Theory and Will and Grace.

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Harry and Meghan offered royal accommodation during UK visit -- The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are set to visit the UK with their children next month, for the first time since 2022.

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US to stop funding HIV programmes in South Africa -- More than eight million South Africans are living with HIV – the highest number of any country in the world.

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Meloni tells Trump to 'focus on your own popularity' as row escalates

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King Charles to reveal personal tax bill for first time as monarch

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Popping a cocktail of supplements every day might be doing you more harm than good

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Bolivian president declares state of emergency

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Woman who saved boy from crocodile praised

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Talk of Starmer staying on to fight is fading - fast

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Trump unveils Qatari luxury jet for Air Force One fleet

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LIVE - Substitute Undav scores twice as Germany come from behind to beat Ivory Coast - Reaction as Germany come from behind to beat Ivory Coast at the World Cup.

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Impressive England beat Scotland to close on semis -- England's batting sparkles again as the hosts close on a place in the T20 World Cup semi-finals with an 38-run victory over Scotland at Headingley. -- Women's Cricket

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Saka trains alone as England prepare for Ghana game -- Bukayo Saka was the only player not present in group training as England continued their preparations for their second World Cup match against Ghana. -- England Men

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Premier League stars shine as Netherlands thrash Sweden - Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo scored two goals apiece as the Netherlands eased past Sweden 4-1 to all but mathematically guarantee a place in the last 32 of the World Cup.

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Tongue admits England have missed absent Stokes -- Pace bowler Josh Tongue admits England have missed absent captain Ben Stokes as they head for a heavy defeat in the second Test against New Zealand.

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Scotland expects: What is behind McTominay's understated World Cup? -- Some are suggesting Scott McTominay has not had the expected impact for Scotland at the World Cup, but is that fair on the Napoli midfielder?

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