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British driver who broke sound barrier sets new speed record -- Andy Green set the fastest time ever recorded in a hydrogen-powered car, reaching 406mph (654km/h).

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Summer 2026 on course to be UK's hottest on record, says Met Office - Only average conditions are needed for the remainder of August to break the record, which was set just last year. 17 hrs ago

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Baby Shark boy set to make K-pop debut

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Drone captures devastating aftermath of Spokane wildfires

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Rescuers scramble for survivors with 180 dead in Colombia earthquake

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Anguish of Colombian brother at rubble of building being searched for earthquake survivors -- BBC Mundo has gone to the site of Torres del Limonar, a collapsed building in Cali where rescue workers fight to free survivors.

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How and when to see the solar eclipse - What you need to know about the UK and Europe's best eclipse in 25 years.

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These seaside apartments were a ghost city - then police say scammers moved in

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How a 97-year-old escaped deadly Indian floods on a banana log raft

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The Office actress Lucy Davis says she has 'incurable' cancer

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New Zealand PM survives second leadership challenge ahead of election

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Boat sinks in Zimbabwe's Lake Kariba with 95 people on board

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Inside the Secret Service 'shell game' to hide US presidents in plain sight -- Elaborate deception operations and decoys are often used to deceive potential threats to the US president.

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Anne Hathaway pokes fun at 'fake baby bump' theories -- The actress responds to social media critics who suggested her bump didn't look real at a premiere.

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Luigi Mangione murder trial to have anonymous jury -- The judge overseeing the state murder trial ruled the 12-person jury would remain anonymous because of the intense media spotlight on the case.

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In shattered Cali, residents search for loved ones and signs of hope

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Watch: Moment powerful earthquake shakes Colombia and crumbles buildings

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Baby Shark Boy set to make K-pop debut

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What to know about Trump's Patriot Games for high school athletes -- Two teenagers from each state are competing as part of the celebration of America's 250th anniversary. -- US & Canada

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UK prosecutors argue Tate brothers a flight risk ahead of bail hearing -- Andrew and Tristan Tate would attempt to evade prosecution if they are freed on bail, prosecutors argue.

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Former judge removed by Orbán elected Hungarian president -- Since taking office in early May, the new Hungarian government has lost no time dismantling Viktor Orbán's legacy.

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Cristiano Ronaldo marries long-time partner Georgina Rodríguez

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Trump confirms he switched planes after Nato summit because of possible threat

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Miss Universe Canada contestants apologise for wearing indigenous dress

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Trump's dramatic plane swap hints at personal stakes of Iran war

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Fact-checking Trump's claims as he rolls back some recommended vaccines

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Bondi Beach shooting hero's assault charges dropped by police

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Canada flight cancelled after child refuses to wear seat belt

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A coup for Bezos and a windfall for FSG - where does deal leave Liverpool? -- Why investment by a group including Jeff Bezos would not make a marked difference to Liverpool's spending power - and might sit uneasily with fans.

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Slot to stay in club football after Netherlands talks -- Former Liverpool head coach Arne Slot confirms talks for Netherlands managerial vacancy but says his next job will be in club football.

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Emery chases first Super Cup - but does it matter? -- Aston Villa are competing in the Super Cup for the first time since 1982, but manager Unai Emery has much more recent experience of the match.

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Why is the women's 800m record so tough to break? -- The world record for the women's 800m is the longest-standing in athletics. No-one has managed to break it for 43 years. Why?

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Can PSG do a three-peat and win six trophies this season? -- Paris St-Germain aim to start their season as they hope to end it - by winning a European trophy. -- European Football

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Depay says Corinthians 'unacceptable' as contract ends -- Memphis Depay accuses Corinthians of "unacceptable behaviour" and of breaching an agreement after the Brazilian club decided against renewing his contract. -- Football

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GB's Glave and Azu claim European 100m one-two -- Great Britain's Romell Glave and Jeremiah Azu claim a sensational European 100m one-two for the hosts in Birmingham. -- Athletics

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