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Hamas joins Cairo truce talks as Israel launches Lebanon strikes

Hamas joins Cairo truce talks as Israel launches Lebanon strikes

Negotiations to pause the Israel-Hamas war headed into a second day in Cairo on Wednesday, as Israel launched a series of deadly strikes on Lebanon, stoking fears of an escalating conflict in the region.

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Macron backs ex-minister Badinter for French heroes' Pantheon

Macron backs ex-minister Badinter for French heroes' Pantheon

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday said he favoured granting Robert Badinter, who as justice minister ended capital punishment in 1981, one of France's top honours.

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Prabowo Subianto: ex-general headed for Indonesia presidency

Prabowo Subianto: ex-general headed for Indonesia presidency

Prabowo Subianto is accused of rights abuses while serving as a military chief during the dying days of the Suharto dictatorship a generation ago, but now appears headed for a convincing win in Indonesia's presidential election.

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Sax appeal: Zimbabwe sweethearts send surprise serenades

Sax appeal: Zimbabwe sweethearts send surprise serenades

Soaring romantic melodies reverberated among the homes and office blocks of Zimbabwe's capital Harare on Wednesday, as squads of saxophonists became surprise messengers of love.

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Subianto claims 'victory for all Indonesians' in presidential vote

Subianto claims 'victory for all Indonesians' in presidential vote

Former general Prabowo Subianto claimed victory in Indonesia's presidential election Wednesday as preliminary results put him well ahead of his two rivals to lead Southeast Asia's biggest economy.

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Tuilagi back in England rugby squad ahead of Scotland clash

Tuilagi back in England rugby squad ahead of Scotland clash

Manu Tuilagi was recalled to England's 36-strong training squad on Wednesday ahead of their Six Nations match against oldest rivals Scotland.

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FA approve Ratcliffe's Man Utd investment

FA approve Ratcliffe's Man Utd investment

British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe's purchase of a 25 per cent stake in Manchester United has been approved by the Football Association.

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New Pakistan coalition echoes same old problems

New Pakistan coalition echoes same old problems

Pakistan's newly declared coalition government echoes the 2022 alliance that ousted Imran Khan, analysts say, demonstrating the military's enduring influence, but also Khan's unspent opposition power.

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World demand for liquefied natural gas jumps 50% by 2040: Shell

World demand for liquefied natural gas jumps 50% by 2040: Shell

British energy group Shell on Wednesday forecast that world demand for liquefied natural gas would jump more than 50 percent by 2040, fuelled by China dumping coal.

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'Emotional' Hamilton unveils Mercedes 2024 car

'Emotional' Hamilton unveils Mercedes 2024 car

Lewis Hamilton admitted it felt "emotional" and "surreal" to take part in the final Formula One car launch of his Mercedes career on Wednesday.

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