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Watch VideoAlcaraz matches Borg record as Sabalenka survives Melbourne scare

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Carlos Alcaraz continues his dominant run at the Australian Open, matching a record set by Bjorn Borg as he sweeps into the last 16.

Manchester United's Mbeumo, Dorgu sink Manchester City to hand Arsenal title initiative

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Michael Carrick enjoyed a fairytale return to Old Trafford as interim boss, overseeing a dominant 2–0 win over a stuttering Manchester City.

Nobel Committee clarifies prize rules after Maria Corina Machado presents medal to Donald Trump

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Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado presents her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Donald Trump, prompting the Nobel Committee to clarify the rules surrounding ...

Sadio Mane the hero again as Senegal edge Egypt to reach AFCON final

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Sadio Mané proved the difference-maker once again as Senegal overcame a stubborn Egypt to secure their place in the 2026 AFCON final.

Trump delivers ultimatum to Cuba: 'Make a deal, before it is too late'

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In a bold statement, Trump warns Cuba to negotiate or risk losing vital Venezuelan support, declaring 'no more oil or money going to Cuba - zero!

Oil heist begins: Trump says Venezuela will be 'turning over' up to 50 million barrels to the US

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The US will take control of up to 50 million barrels of Venezuelan crude, Donald Trump says, after Washington ousted President Nicolas Maduro and claimed authority ...

Nicolas Maduro faces narcotrafficking charges in New York after US military operation

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Deposed Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro arrives in New York to face narcotrafficking charges, just days after a dramatic US military operation that aims to reshape ...

From slavery to celebration: The enduring legacy of South Africa’s minstrel parade

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Discover how Fatima Dulvie, a 77-year-old seamstress, continues the legacy of South Africa’s minstrel parade, a vibrant celebration born from the struggles of slavery. ...

Ten events that defined 2025

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Donald Trump's return to power, a ceasefire in Gaza and massive investments in artificial intelligence: Here are 10 events that defined 2025.

Five people who made headlines in 2025

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From Syria's jihadist-turned-statesman Ahmed al-Sharaa to Epstein accuser Virginia Giuffre, here are five figures who helped to define 2025.

World bids farewell to 2025, a year of Trump, truces and turmoil

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Labubu dolls became a worldwide craze in 2025, thieves plundered the Louvre in a daring heist, and K-pop heartthrobs BTS made their long-awaited return. The world ...

Australia's Bondi Beach attack hero opens up about brave act

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Ahmed al Ahmed, a hero of the Bondi Beach shooting, recalls his harrowing experience of confronting the attackers to protect innocent lives, sharing his story of ...

Sausage dogs don festive dress for London parade

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London’s Hyde Park was awash with Santa hats, tinsel and tiny coats as sausage dogs took centre stage at the city’s ever-growing annual Sausage Walk.

Afrikaners mark pilgrimage day, resonating with their US backers

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Thousands of Afrikaners commemorated the Day of the Vow at the Voortrekker Monument, reflecting on their historical roots and the political support they receive ...

Mohamed Salah's future at Liverpool: Support from teammates ahead of AFCON 2025

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With Mohamed Salah's future at Liverpool uncertain, his Egypt teammates show unwavering support ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, where they aim ...

Egypt switches off Liverpool after Salah fallout

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This season, Salah has struggled for form, scoring five goals in 19 appearances as Liverpool have won just five of their last 16 matches in all competitions, slipping ...

Chocolate prices high before Christmas despite cocoa fall

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Chocolate, in demand ahead of the festive holiday season, has seen prices rise.

Moo dunnit? Dog lets bull, horse into living room in Australia

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An Australian MP discovered from his pet cam that a steer and a horse had slipped into his house after his dog nudged open a glass door. The farm animals spent over ...

Oman enforces dress code: Fines for men wearing non-compliant dishdashas

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Oman takes a bold step to protect its cultural identity by enforcing strict dress codes on dishdashas, imposing hefty fines for violations, as the nation grapples ...

'Come and kill me': sick ants invite destruction to save colony

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Sick young ants release a chemical signal urging worker ants to destroy them, a behaviour aimed at protecting the colony from infection. But why do queens not partake ...

Away from the manger: Jesus stolen from Brussels nativity in 'zombie' row

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A baby Jesus has been stolen from a controversial Brussels nativity scene, sparking outrage over its faceless depictions of Christianity's holy family. What does ...

Israeli forces kill 13 people in southern Syria

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The Israeli army said an exchange of fire in the operation to detain militants in the Syrian village of Beit Jin left six Israeli soldiers wounded, with three of ...

Kenyan runner Evans Kibet reveals how he was tricked into fighting in Russia-Ukraine conflict

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Kenyan long-distance runner Evans Kibet's journey took a dark turn when he was deceived into signing a military contract in Russia, leading to his capture in Ukraine. ...

Pandas fly home to China after kidney failure diagnosis

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Beloved pandas Huan Huan and Yuan Zi were flown back to China years earlier than planned after Huan Huan developed chronic kidney disease, drawing emotional farewells ...

South Africa slams Trump's G20 ban as punitive

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South Africa has condemned US President Donald Trump's decision to exclude it from the 2026 G20 summit, labelling the move as punitive and rooted in misinformation. ...