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US, UK and Australia to develop underwater drone technology - The technology, developed under the Aukus military pact, is aimed at protecting undersea cables and boosting naval defence. 19 hrs ago - World

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No deal announced after Trump meeting to make 'final determination' on Iran -- The US president met his advisers, after officials confirmed the US and Iran had agreed a framework of a deal.

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'Poison seller' who sold toxic chemicals online to people across world admits aiding suicides -- Kenneth Law admitted charges relating to Canadian victims - but families say he should also be charged in the UK over 79 deaths in Britain.

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US judge orders Trump's name be removed from Kennedy Center -- The performing arts centre must also remain open despite Trump announcing a two-year closure for extensive renovations.

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'Men written by women': How ice hockey romances like Off Campus became TV's hottest new genre -- The Amazon Prime adaptation of Elle Kennedy's ice hockey romance book is an early hit with viewers.

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Exploding rocket casts doubts over Nasa's Moon plans -- Explosion of Blue Origin rocket is a setback for the company and for Nasa's Moon plans.

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What does Blue Origin rocket mishap mean for Nasa's Moon mission? -- Science correspondent Pallab Ghosh explains why the explosion is a setback for space exploration.

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Watch: Moment 14-year-old wins US national spelling bee -- A teenager from California has won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee, after days of fierce competition.

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Why Fifa is being investigated over World Cup ticket prices -- New York and New Jersey are looking into the association after fans have reportedly been "misled" over ticket sales and seat locations.

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Watch: Community gathers as workers remain missing after chemical blast -- At least one person is dead and nine others missing after a chemical explosion at a paper mill in the US state of Washington, authorities said.

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How Trump is transforming Washington - by adding his face everywhere -- Sarah Smith visits places across the US capital where the president has hung banners, renamed a site or is rebuilding something.

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When trade soured, this American liquor maker moved to Canada -- Sales of the fruity liqueur popular with Canadian students had plummetted north of the border as provinces retaliated against Trump tariffs.

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MAGA candidate's win in Texas primary may also help Democrats in Senate battle -- Ken Paxton's victory sets up what will be a closely watched contest in November's midterm elections.

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It's like the Olympics - except steroids are allowed -- The first ever Enhanced Games are taking place this weekend in Las Vegas, with big names, big money and much controversy.

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How Trump's IRS settlement could block tax audits of him, his family and their businesses -- Some lawmakers and legal experts say the department has violated federal law with its addendum to the settlement agreement.

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Trump is putting pressure on Cuba - why and to what end? -- The US has warned that a peaceful agreement with Cuba is unlikely, Havana insists this is a "fraudulent case" designed to justify military intervention.

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Bus driver in deadly Virginia crash charged with involuntary manslaughter -- Police say Jing S Dong was driving a tour bus in a "criminally negligent manner" when he plowed into cars and killed five people.

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Oscar-winning Star Wars editor Marcia Lucas dies aged 80 -- The film editor and ex-wife of director George Lucas was widely recognised as a pivotal creative force behind the original space trilogy.

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Trump attacks artists dropping out of US Freedom 250 concert and mulls appearing himself -- Performers Young MC, Poison frontman Bret Michaels and country singer Martina McBride raised concerns the event will be political.

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Trump's doctor says he's in excellent health - but are US presidents' health checks a PR exercise? -- Every president in modern history - including Donald Trump this week - has taken an annual physical exam that is as much about messaging as it is about health.

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Trump in 'excellent health' but should lose weight and exercise more, his doctor says -- The White House releases the results of the US president's latest medical examination, which states he is "fully fit" to carry out his duties.

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Ex-US attorney general defends Epstein files handling in congressional probe -- The testimony comes about a month after America's top prosecutor was ousted by US President Donald Trump.

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Can Americans spell the National Spelling Bee's winning words? -- Shrey Parikh, a 14-year-old, won the competition this year after correctly spelling 32 words in a 90-second lighting round tiebreaker.

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