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Bangladesh humble Australia with worst total in contest as Hasan takes 6-55
Australia dismissed for lowest total against Bangladesh as Hasan Mahmud claims career-best on Day One of first Test.
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Photos: Hope fades in Colombia as teams dig for earthquake survivors
Colombian rescuers battle time to save lives after deadly 7.4 earthquake, as hopes dwindle in search for survivors.
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Video. Aerial footage captures total solar eclipse over Spain
Video. Spain witnessed a rare total solar eclipse on Wednesday, the first visible from the country in more than a century. In Getxo, in the Basque Country, the eclipse was seen near the Port of Bilbao as the moon passed directly between the Earth and the sun.
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'I really doubt I'll carry on': Messi sees end of football career in farewell to his father
The Argentinian footballer has published an open letter bidding farewell to his father and agent Jorge Messi, who died on 8 August in Rosario after a long illness. In it, the Argentina captain admits he is unsure whether he will carry on playing.
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US diplomat calls Israeli settler siege of West Bank homes ‘act of terror’
Israeli settlers have blocked the homes of three Palestinian families in Qusra, cutting them off from food and supplies.
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Solar eclipse 2026 in pictures: The best shots from around Europe
Millions witnessed the most significant eclipse in Europe for decades yesterday evening as the Sun disappeared behind the Moon. Here are some of the best shots taken from the celestial event.
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Students set new records for A-level grades in bumper year
Northern Ireland best performing with 30.7% of grades being As and A*s but Wales and England close behind
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Sports - Paris Saint-Germain retain Super Cup title by seeing off Aston Villa
Reigning European champions PSG kicked off the new season by retaining their UEFA Super Cup title, beating Premier League side Aston Villa 2-1 in Salzburg. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Désiré Doué scored the goals for Luis Enriqué's team.
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How to stay safe during an earthquake: A visual guide
Earthquakes can happen suddenly, but knowing what to do before, during and after one can reduce the risk of injury.
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Pentagon official and former Aukus sceptic says deal is ‘full steam ahead’, echoing Trump
Elbridge Colby, a US under secretary of war, says he is ‘very pleased’ with the nuclear submarine program’s progress
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Inflation in Spain rises to 3.6% in July, the worst rate in over two years
Spain has logged five months in a row of annual inflation above 3%, driven by costlier electricity and fuel as the partial closure of the Strait of Hormuz persists. In July, power prices top €100 per MWh, the highest year-on-year figure since 2022.
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As temperatures soar, ‘exceptionally serious’ drought imperils UK farmers
Farmers trying to adapt to extreme weather say even with the best planning, their industry is facing its toughest test.
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Bruno Foucher: French ambassador to CAR faces disciplinary action over misconduct
The accusations against Bruno Foucher prompted investigations into a potential security breach.
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Three US states to hold executions on same day for first time since 2010
The last three executions on the same day happened 16 years ago, in Louisiana, Ohio and Texas.
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More troops to be sent to West Bank village besieged by Israeli settlers
Two Palestinian families in the village of Qusra say they have been trapped in their homes, with water and power cut off, since Sunday.
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Swiatek sinks Svitolina to set up Rybakina title clash in Toronto
Iga Swiatek will face Elena Rybakina for the Toronto tennis title, as Elina Svitolina and Coco Gauff exit in semifinals.
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Arrest in Thetford migrant address sharing investigation
Police say the sharing of sensitive information led to properties being targeted in Thetford.
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Video. Soaring stingray numbers off California beaches drive record injuries
Video. California is seeing unusually large numbers of round stingrays near its beaches, as warmer coastal waters and an expected strong El Niño draw the animals closer to shore.
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'Ceuta and Melilla's Spanish status is beyond doubt', foreign ministry sources tell 'Euronews'
The response of Spanish diplomatic officials comes as Morocco’s justice minister Abdellatif Ouahbi claims the issue "remains on the table" in talks with Spain.
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Reformers associate may have ‘boasted’ or ‘lied’ about a $15,000 commitment from Angus Taylor, Icac hears
Catholic Schools NSW chief executive Dallas McInerney denies ever asking federal opposition leader for money for Liberal power brokers
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West Nile virus surge in Greece with Attica at the epicentre
Greek authorities are concerned over the West Nile virus surge in the country, with 45 new locally transmitted infections reported last week.
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Wild boar roam Setúbal streets: videos show animals using pedestrian crossings at night
A group of wild boar was spotted at night roaming the streets of Setúbal, even crossing a busy road, as their growing presence prompts the council to urge caution.
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Video. Timelapse of partial solar eclipse seen from Royal Observatory Greenwich
Video. Britain witnessed its most significant solar eclipse since 1999, with more than 90% of the Sun obscured in some parts of the country. Crowds gathered in parks and open spaces to watch the rare celestial event. In London, the sky turned an eerie grey as a sliver of sunlight appeared above the Moon.
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Malawi shock Algeria and Cameroon beat Morocco to reach WAFCON final
Malawi will face Cameroon in the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations final after respective wins over Algeria and Morocco.
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