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WWII leader Churchill to be removed from UK banknotes

EU vows to 'respond firmly' to any trade pact breach by US

The rain in Spain was worst in nearly 50 years

'Punished' for university: debt-laden UK graduates urge reform

Oil tops $100 as Iran attacks offset stockpiles release

Mideast war to brake German recovery: institute

BMW sees tariffs easing and China stabilising in 2026

More than goals: Valverde draws Real Madrid map to glory

Tandy urges Wales to raise level in Six Nations clash against Italy

France coach Galthie beefs up his second row for England 'Crunch'

China-North Korea train arrives in Pyongyang after 6-year halt

Noma co-founder quits after abuse allegations

Danish chef Rene Redzepi, co-founder of the world renowned Noma restaurant, said on Thursday he was quitting following allegations of abuse of staff.

Wales unchanged for Italy Six Nations finale

Wales coach Steve Tandy has urged his players to "go up another level" after naming an unchanged starting side for their Six Nations finale against Italy as they seek to end a painful losing streak.

Back to work for Bangladesh migrants as Mideast war grinds on

Tens of thousands have fled the Gulf to escape the Middle East war, but Bangladeshi migrant workers say they have little choice but to return to earn a living.

Russia jails 15 for life over 2024 concert hall attack

Russia on Thursday sentenced 15 men -- including four gunmen -- to life in prison over the Crocus concert hall attack which left 150 people dead, the deadliest onslaught in Russia in more than two decades.

'Hurt' Atalanta try to bounce back from Bayern battering at Serie A leaders Inter

Reeling from their six-goal mauling at the hands of Champions League heavyweights Bayern Munich, Atalanta take the short trip to Serie A leaders Inter Milan on Saturday trying to boost their waning top-four hopes.

Businessman or politician? Billionaire Czech PM under fire again

Since entering politics in 2011, Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis has been grappling with a conflict of interest as a billionaire businessman and politician, and his latest stint in power is no exception.

Lost page of legendary Archimedes palimpsest found in France

It all started off as a joke, a French researcher told AFP.

World champion Norris says McLaren must 'improve in all areas'

World champion Lando Norris said Thursday that McLaren have made some progress since a disappointing opening to the season in Australia but warned they still need to "improve in all areas".

Early F1 leader Russell says 'championship means nothing at this point'

George Russell said Thursday the "championship means nothing at this point" as the Mercedes ace enters the second weekend of the Formula One season top of the pile following victory in Melbourne.