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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.

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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.

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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

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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

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

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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

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

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

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Ukraine hits major oil terminal in Russia's St Petersburg

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

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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

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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

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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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