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Thumping win cements Canada's place as a 'soccer nation' -- Despite Ismaël Koné's injury, the 6-0 thrashing of Qatar has put Canada fans in dreamland.

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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. 3 hrs ago

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'There will be no kings' - Obama speaks at presidential centre opening

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US to stop funding HIV programmes in South Africa

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

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England winger Saka unlikely to start against Ghana -- England head coach Thomas Tuchel hints that Bukayo Saka is unlikely to be in contention to start against Ghana on Tuesday. -- England Men

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Clark in control of US Open as wind derails McIlroy and Scheffler -- Wyndham Clark opens a four-shot halfway lead at the US Open, with England's Matt Fitzpatrick among the closest challengers. -- Golf

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Starmer under pressure from Labour MPs and ministers to set timetable for exit -- The BBC has been told that the transport secretary is among those advising Starmer to set out a timetable.

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Scotland's World Cup knockout hopes remain alive despite Morocco defeat

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James Burrows, legendary director of Cheers and Friends, dies aged 85

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Obama moved to tears by wife Michelle's speech

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Boy, 3, hurt at zoo was attacked by a crocodile

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Six-year-old Ebola patient taken from DR Congo hospital found and 'doing well'

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The US World Cup star who couldn't be an American under Trump's plan -- Folarin Balogun scored two goals on his World Cup debut, but he is the type of person President Trump is trying to ban under birthright citizenship.

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Flawed but relentless Scotland show themselves as men of substance -- Morocco threatened to blow Scotland away early on, but Steve Clarke's squad showed their resilience, writes Tom English.

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The Super Bowl winner's son stepping into spotlight with USA -- Alex Freeman is stepping out of the shadows of his Super Bowl-winning father to forge his own path in football.

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Quiz: What type of World Cup fan are you? -- Take our World Cup quiz and discover your fan personality type.

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How Japanese girl band XG went from brutal six year training to global pop stars -- The Japanese pop group have become global stars, after being recruited before they were teenagers.

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Henry Zeffman: What does Keir Starmer do next after Andy Burnham's by-election win? -- Discussion about the prime minister's future ramps up after Makerfield by-election. -- Politics

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The pressure on the Church of England to ditch its slavery reparations plan -- Will the Church's commitments still be delivered, or do shifting political winds mean there is no longer the will to do so? -- BBC InDepth

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In Trump's shadow, Vance becomes face of Iran deal -- His fierce defence of the Iran plan amid mounting criticism comes as speculation intensifies about a possible 2028 presidential run. -- World

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Thousands killed in US-Israeli war on Iran - but experts say true total may never be known -- Experts say internet, media and government restrictions have all hampered casualty reporting across the region. -- Middle East

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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. -- Culture

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

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Scotland fans fly 22 hours in tiny plane to World Cup

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'Neither I nor Italy ever beg': Meloni on Trump after 'unfounded' anecdote

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Will Putin change tactics after Ukrainian drone attacks?

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Kate reflects on Italy tour in essay, as new pictures released -- The Princess of Wales reflects on an "increasingly digitalised world" in a new essay, written after her return to overseas visits following her treatment for cancer.

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GTA 6 - all you need to know about Rockstar's blockbuster game -- Rockstar's sixth game in the franchise is set to be the biggest game release of the year.

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Pétanque player, 68, dies after being 'hit in head with metal boule' -- The man was allegedly struck by his 81-year-old opponent, who has since been arrested, the public prosecutor says.

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Two men jailed over Keir Starmer-linked arson attacks -- Roman Lavrynovych 22, was jailed for seven years and Stanislav Carpiuc, 27, for two.

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Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi to stand trial for rape -- French prosecutors confirm Morocco captain Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape, in accusations dating back to 2023. -- Africa Sport

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Boy, 12, wins hearts after trying to check sick chicken into Ethiopian hospital -- Markos's beloved hen was not responding to any treatments - so he did the only thing he could think of. -- Africa

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Zelensky stripped of highest Polish honour over WW2 name of army unit

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Italy's Meloni says Trump 'made up' story that she 'begged' him for photo at G7

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Driver dead and 33 people seriously injured as Bedford train crash declared major incident

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Trump unveils Qatari luxury jet for Air Force One fleet

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Why are Scotland fans putting traffic cones on statues in Boston?

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Israel and Hezbollah agree ceasefire, US says, as more Lebanon strikes reported

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UK actress charged with importing meth worth almost A$300m into Australia

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LIVE - Vinicius Jr puts Brazil 3-0 up before-half time against Haiti after Cunha double - Follow and listen live as Brazil face Haiti in Philadelphia at the World Cup.

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England hit by Rew drops and Nicholls century -- England's parlous position in the second Test against New Zealand is compounded by drops from debutant wicketkeeper James Rew and a superb century by Henry Nicholls. -- Cricket

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