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Bangkok fire investigation finds locked doors and flammable decor as deaths climb to 30 -- Survivors and first responders reported locked doors and a lack of signage marking emergency exits.

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Watch: At the scene where Bangkok's deadly bar fire unfolded

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I passed my Grade 8 piano exam with one hand

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Timing took me to Chelsea rather than Liverpool - Alonso -- Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says his arrival at Stamford Bridge instead of Liverpool was "about timings". -- Chelsea

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Lamine Yamal v Mbappe: La Liga stars set for World Cup showdown -- France face Spain for a place in the World Cup final on Tuesday, meaning a showdown between Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal. Who comes out on top? -- World Cup

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Why it's time for The Open to crown an English winner -- It is nearly 60 years since Tony Jacklin became the last Englishman to win The Open on English soil but there's every chance that drought may be broken this week, writes Iain Carter. -- Golf

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England to make late call on Rice for World Cup semi-final -- England will make a late decision on whether Declan Rice is fit to start Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Argentina. -- England Men

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LIVE - Iran hits two UAE tankers in Strait of Hormuz as US carries out third night of strikes - The UAE calls the attack "brazen" after one person was killed and eight injured, while the US completes strikes aimed at degrading "Iran's ability to attack commercial shipping".

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Colombian national killed by ICE agent during operation in Maine -- It comes less than a week after an undocumented migrant was fatally shot in Houston by an immigration agent.

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UK counter terrorism police take over Ann Widdecombe investigation -- Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood confirmed the suspect was not known to the government's anti-terrorism programme in an update to MPs.

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Hours each day in an iron lung kept her breathing, her will to live kept her alive -- The sister of the last known polio patient in the US to use the life-saving machine spoke to the BBC about her sister's life.

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Briton tells of surviving Spain wildfire in car as wife and friends died trying to run to safety

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Ex-Canada MP arrested after police seize 439 guns and antique cannon from his home

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The mysterious crypto firm backed by Farage's biggest donor

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How US commerce secretary's Epstein links were uncovered by British whistleblower

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Bison rams grandfather in Yellowstone Park, knocking him metres into the air

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Lamine Yamal? Mbappe? Kane? Pick your World Cup semi-final XI -- As we look ahead to the World Cup semi-final, BBC Sport pick their last-four combined XI. Do you agree?

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Most clinical? Least creative? Best in the air? Comparing the last four -- BBC Sport compares statistics for France, Spain, Argentina and England as the semi-finalists prepare to meet.

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Infantino opens door to 64-team tournament -- Plans are set to be picked up and assessed in detail after the 2026 tournament with Fifa boss Gianni Infantino saying football needs to be "for the whole world".

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Argentina to wear 'lucky' blue away kit against England -- Argentina will wear their navy blue away strip and England their all-white home strip when the two sides face each other in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday.

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How my period is supercharging my ADHD -- A first-of-its-kind study by UK researchers is looking at the link between menstrual cycles and ADHD.

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A versatile actor whose roles went far beyond Jurassic Park - Sam Neill dies aged 78 -- The actor built up a long string of screen credits over a five-decade career.

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Is tracking your food purchases good for your health? Food tracking apps are popular, but are they a good way to make us eat a healthier diet? 9 hrs ago

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New era for Gibraltar with removal of 118-year-old border controls with Spain -- It is hoped that free movement between the UK territory and Spain will provide an economic boost.

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Watch: Horses evacuated as fire approaches riding centre near Paris

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Iran's IRGC releases video of missile launches

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'This landscape is completely charred': Inside the village at epicentre of Spain's wildfires

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The mysterious outback murder that shook Australia

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US burrito giant Chipotle opening first outlet in Mexico -- Other US fast food brands have struggled to succeed in the countries their dishes originated.

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'Hero, legend, sweetheart': Tributes to Jurassic Park actor Sam Neill, who has died aged 78 -- Friends, politicians and fellow film stars remember Neill following his "sudden and unexpected" death.

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Volkswagen planning to cut up to 100,000 jobs globally -- The group, which includes Porsche and Audi, has faced a steep fall in profits and tough competition from China.

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Health fears as frail Indian activist on hunger strike loses 8.2kg -- The environmental activist has been on a hunger strike for 16 days and is getting visibly weaker.

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California leads lawsuit to block Paramount Warner Bros mega merger - The state, where the both studios have headquarters, has joined 11 others to halt the deal. 9 hrs ago

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Identity of Sydney daycare worker facing 329 child abuse offences revealed -- Hamish Tait is accused of abusing 136 children at five childcare facilities over a 16-year period.

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Hungary parliament votes to remove president from office

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US judge voids Donald Trump's $1.8bn settlement with IRS that gave him immunity from tax audits

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Australian police reveal unseen photos 25 years after British backpacker murder

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Andy Serkis defends lack of diversity in Lord of the Rings cast

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Man died after twice being told that no ambulance would be sent

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Man left 'broken and hopeless' as husband detained at airport

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Who will win the World Cup? The view from the semi-finalists -- BBC Sport speaks to journalists and fans from the World Cup's four semi-finalists to see who they think will win the tournament.

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Increased security for England v Argentina tie in Atlanta -- Authorities say there will be increased security measures in place for Wednesday's World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina in Atlanta. -- England Men

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LIVE - World Cup 2026: Pick your starting XI for England's semi-final against Argentina - As England's Fifa World Cup 2026 semi-final with Argentina draws closer, we're asking you to pick your starting lineup.

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