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US charges Cuba's Raúl Castro with murder over 1996 downing of two planes - Cuba's current president says the charges against Castro - including conspiracy to kill US nationals and destruction of aircraft - are a "political manoeuvre". 12 hrs ago - World

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The deadly plane attack at the centre of Castro's indictment -- Raúl Castro was armed forces minister when Cuban military jets shot down two civilian planes operated by exiles of the communist country.

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Barney Frank: One of the first openly gay US congressmen dies aged 86 -- After a decades-long career in Congress, he spent his final weeks in hospice care at his home in Maine.

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New video captures engine ripping off cargo plane in deadly Kentucky crash -- As part of the ongoing investigation into the crash that killed 14 people, officials released footage showing the engine detaching during takeoff.

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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.

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Nvidia's latest record earnings fail to impress investors -- The chip giant reported more stellar results but its shares fell after-hours as investors wonder if it can keep up its pace of growth amid greater competition.

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Retired police officer jailed over Charlie Kirk post settles lawsuit for more than $800K -- Larry Bushart spent 37 days behind bars for a meme he shared on Facebook after the killing of the conservative commentator.

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Tesla Cybertruck driver arrested after driving into lake to use 'wade mode', police say -- Police said the vehicle was abandoned by the driver after it took on water near the shoreline of Grapevine Lake in north Texas.

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US military jets and drones tracked near Cuba as tensions rise -- Tracking data shows several flights by US Navy reconnaissance jets and drones during the last week.

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Veteran NFL quarterback Rodgers says he will retire after 2026 season -- Veteran quarterback Aaron Rodgers says he will retire at the end of the 2026 NFL season after signing a new one-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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Deputy British ambassador to US abruptly leaves post -- Until his sudden departure, James Roscoe held one the most senior, high-profile roles in the British diplomatic service

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US groups urge investigation into child safety and spending on Roblox -- Roblox said it had "clear policies" banning actual and simulated gambling, as well as rules governing paid random items.

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Watch: Why is the US going after Cuba's Raúl Castro 30 years on? -- BBC correspondent Will Grant reports from Havana, hours after the US charged former Cuban leader with conspiracy to kill US nationals and other crimes.

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Watch: 'Everybody back up!' Moment car explodes in NYC -- Viral footage circulating online shows flames and thick black smoke enveloping the street in New York.

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Watch: Did Trump and Putin get the same treatment in China? -- Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed Russia's Vladimir Putin with a near-identical ceremony to Trump's last week.

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Police officer catches baby dropped from window of burning home -- Body cam footage shows the moment a baby was thrown from a window and caught by an officer during a house fire.

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'They feel panicked' - Community reacts to San Diego mosque shooting -- Two teenagers fatally shot three men at an Islamic centre on Monday before taking their own lives, police say.

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Trump exerts iron grip on Republican Party with Massie defeated -- Victory over a Republican rebel in Kentucky shows the president's strength but his power comes with risks for the midterms.

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Uncontrolled California wildfires seen from space -- Some 750 firefighters are tackling the uncontrolled blazes supported by water-dropping helicopters.

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What we know about the San Diego mosque attack suspects -- Authorities say the teenage suspects shared a "broad hatred" of multiple religions and racial groups.

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Zoe Kleinman: Why the AI industry is the real winner of the Musk-Altman trial -- The trial in Oakland, California has helped lift the veil on the AI sector - and the huge egos of the men at the heart of it.

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The Republican who stood up to Trump is hoping for a big win against president -- Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie, who has crossed Trump on federal spending and the Epstein files, faces Republican voters.

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US-bound plane diverts to Canada after person from Ebola-hit region boards 'in error' -- Officials did not specify if the passenger, who was coming from the Democratic Republic of Congo, was showing symptoms of the virus.

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Vanessa Trump, former wife of Donald Trump Jr, diagnosed with breast cancer -- Vanessa Trump said she underwent a medical procedure and asked the public for privacy while she focuses on her health.

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Moment Cybertruck driver intentionally drives into Texas lake -- Rescuers removed the vehicle from near the shoreline and police arrested the driver, who was attempting to use the vehicle's "wade mode".

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