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'Number of fatalities' and four injured after car drives on wrong side of Irish motorway -- The collision occurred on on the M9 Northbound at about 03:00 local time on Sunday in County Kildare.

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What's driving men to get penis fillers, despite the risks?

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Four 'extraordinary' Renaissance paintings stolen from Italian museum -- The works were taken overnight without alarms being triggered, raising suspicion of a professional hit.

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UK emergency phone alert put domestic abuse victims at risk, campaigners say -- The alert took many by surprise when it was sent to millions of phones on Friday night - but it may have also put vulnerable people at risk.

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'Probably my last year' - Ronaldo hints at retirement

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Teen suspect in Virginia campus shooting found hiding in closet

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Thousands displaced by deadly Indonesia earthquake as rescue efforts continue

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Canadian pipe band crowned world champions after 'thrilling' contest

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Murder inquiry in UK after man bitten by dog dies

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I survived two years as prime minister in a hit new game - then my cabinet deserted me - Mobile game No 10: Full Confidence recently ranked above Minecraft on the UK App Store paid games chart - 23 hrs ago

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US women in politics spark conversation on motherhood -- The White House press secretary quit this week to be with her children, while Democrat Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez said she was freezing her eggs. -- US & Canada

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Ariana Grande leaves problems at home as her tour hits the UK -- The star plays the first of 10 dates in London, after which she will "step back" from public life. -- Culture

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Why is Australia's mushroom killer back in court this week?

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Watch: Why Tupac Shakur's murder trial is happening 30 years after he was killed

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Watch: Flooding destroys a road in Indiana after heavy rainfall

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How is parkour helping these seniors avoid injuries?

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World's Ugliest Dog contest crowns 2026 winner

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Twelve killed as Polish bus veers off Hungarian motorway -- Dozens more are seriously injured after the tourist bus overturned in the early hours of Sunday morning. -- Europe

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Cat returns home after 10-year 'adventure' -- Charlie's owners were shocked when they received a call from the vet saying she had been found safe.

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Qatar denies capturing three Iranian pilots after downing fighter jets -- Iran claims they have been held since Qatar downed two fighter jets at the start of the US-Iran war.

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Europe's tallest Virgin Mary statue unveiled in rural Poland -- The 55.6-metre (182ft) concrete figure is head-and-shoulders above Rio de Janeiro's Christ the Redeemer.

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Britain's youngest Formula E driver says talent isn't enough anymore -- Taylor Barnard, 22, says talented young drivers often get shut out because of financial issues.

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Trump says US to scale back military drills with South Korea after it stayed out of Iran war

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Parents of dead baby found near river identified

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Trump envoy Kushner meets Hamas leader to push Gaza peace plan

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Many Canadians are boycotting the US, so this is where they're travelling instead

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Russia says at least seven killed in largest Ukrainian attack of 2026

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US commander says mental health a 'priority' on USS Lincoln

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Two dead and hundreds evacuated after twin fires break out on Greek island

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Thailand has a gun problem - 10 million of them

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Barcelona agree £65m Rodri deal - who could replace him at Man City? -- Barcelona agree a deal to sign Spain captain Rodri from Manchester City. -- Man City

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Nightmare Man City start for Maresca - are Arsenal really so far ahead? -- Did Arsenal show just how far above Manchester City they are with their dominant Community Shield win?

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Rangers host Celtic in League Cup quarter-finals -- Rangers will host Celtic in the Premier Sports Cup quarter-finals with Kilmarnock v Aberdeen the other all top-flight tie.

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History for Hunt and Asher-Smith in golden finish for GB -- Amy Hunt and Dina Asher-Smith make history and Georgia Hunter Bell claims a commanding 1500m gold as Great Britain maintain their bid to top the final medal table at the European Championships. -- Athletics

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What awaits new Scotland head coach Pocognoli? -- Shifting the playing style, maintaining qualification for major tournaments and refreshing the squad await the new Scotland boss. -- Scotland Men

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What has been the impact of new owners on The Hundred? -- BBC Sport looks at the impact new owners have had on The Hundred as the first season since private stakes were sold in teams ends. -- Cricket

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