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At least 15 killed in Kyiv as Ukraine grapples with air defence shortages -- Apartment blocks and warehouses were targeted in the "massive attack" on Thursday, officials say. -- Just now -- Europe

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Ecuador intelligence chief and five Americans killed in Kenya helicopter crash -- Michele Sensi-Contugi and his wife Stephany Hollihan are among the seven people killed in the crash.

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Captured Ukrainian-born soldiers tell BBC why they fought for Russia -- Men born in Ukraine who fought for Russia are tried for treason, but at a prisoner of war camp in western Ukraine, many believe they were defending their homeland. -- Europe

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Former Liberian vice-president charged in drug-trafficking probe -- Jewel Howard-Taylor was arrested at Liberia's international airport and has not commented on the allegations. -- Just now

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Scotland's papers: Harry and Meghan come home and second home tax

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LIVE - Rain frustrates England at sodden Headingley - Follow live text updates, radio commentary and in-play video highlights as England play Pakistan in the first Test at Headingley.

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US national debt passes $40tn after doubling in a decade -- It comes after the interest rate on 30-year bonds reached the highest level in almost 20 years.

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Mushroom killer must stay in jail forever for 'truly dreadful' crime, appeal court told

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Trump vows tougher economic measures on Iran and supporting countries

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Missing teen hiker found dead in Australian bush after eight-day search

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Australia 'outraged' after Israel decides not to open criminal investigation into killing of aid worker in Gaza

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Edmonton Marathon route was 674m too long

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I quit my £80,000 job to make ice cream - here's how -- The co-founder of Little Moons shares her advice for anyone thinking about starting a business of their own.

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Lindsay Clancy's trial puts postpartum psychosis in the spotlight -- Postpartum psychosis is a psychiatric emergency that can involve mania, depression, hallucinations and delusions.

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The dangers of politicians being 'too online' - or not online enough -- In an era when reputations can be made or broken with a single post, getting the balance right is tricky.

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India's Gen Z are driving up a mega boom in its beauty market -- E-commerce, rising income levels and the world's largest youth population are fuelling India's beauty boom.

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Why are Harry and Meghan returning to the UK?

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Watch: What to know about Trump's trusted aide Natalie Harp

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'Incredible': SpaceX rocket spotted off Christmas Island coast

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Key moments from Harry and Meghan's years since leaving UK

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Watch: Trump leads tour of White House helipad construction site

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Israel confirms soldiers fired at car in which Hind Rajab was killed and opens criminal investigation -- The five-year-old Palestinian girl initially survived the attack and pleaded for help but her body was recovered later with those of six of her relatives. -- Middle East

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Vaccine breakthrough stops cancer returning in trial -- A new jab extended the length of time patients were cancer free, but it is unclear for how long.

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Asylum seekers told rape and harassment illegal in UK in new Home Office booklet -- The nine-page booklet covers issues including respect in public, sex and consent, and gender equality.

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Four workers dead after being hit by train in Japan -- The train collided with the four men at Shin-Kanuma Station, north of Tokyo, authorities say. -- Asia

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Prince Harry and Meghan moving back to UK later this month

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Founder of collapsed Chinese property giant Evergrande sentenced to life in prison

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Key Trump aide Natalie Harp suddenly in spotlight after years behind scenes

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Harry and Meghan are experts in surprise - but why are they returning to UK now?

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Giant whales move into Greenland waters as ice disappears

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Belgian car salesman becomes prince after royal parentage confirmed

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Canada and US say they are finalising a trade deal

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Premier League predictions 2026-27: BBC Sport pundits pick their top four -- We ask 26 BBC Sport football pundits to predict who will win the 2026-27 Premier League title, and which clubs will finish in the top four. -- Premier League

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Verstappen extends Red Bull deal to 2030 -- Four-time world champion Max Verstappen signs a contract extension with Red Bull, keeping him with the Formula One team until 2030.

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Sabalenka stunned by Bejlek as slump continues -- Aryna Sabalenka's preparations for her US Open title defence suffer a setback in a surprise defeat by Sara Bejlek at the Cincinnati Open.

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Barcelona face striker dilemma - could they cope without one? -- Barcelona are heading into the new La Liga season without an established striker, with Hansi Flick yet to replace Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres.

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Tottenham in talks to sign Man City's Savinho and Marmoush -- Spurs open talks with Manchester City to sign attacking duo Omar Marmoush and Savinho.

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Which supplements do athletes take and why? -- There is a long list of supplements taken by elite athletes in the pursuit of marginal gains - what do they take and why?

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