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One dead, several hurt as car hits crowd in German city: police

One dead, several hurt as car hits crowd in German city: police

A car driven into a crowd in southwest Germany on Monday killed at least one person and injured several more, police said, adding that a suspected "perpetrator" had been arrested.

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Australia ready for India's spin challenge, says Smith

Australia ready for India's spin challenge, says Smith

Australia captain Steve Smith says his team are confident they can counter India's quality spin attack in their Champions Trophy semi-final in Dubai on Tuesday.

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Nuclear monitor defends Ukraine plant visit via Russia-controlled territory

Nuclear monitor defends Ukraine plant visit via Russia-controlled territory

UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi on Monday defended the first ever visit by his staff to Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant through Russian-occupied territory, saying the "exception" was aimed at protecting lives.

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Club Brugge aim to take Aston Villa scalp again in Champions League

Club Brugge aim to take Aston Villa scalp again in Champions League

Club Brugge are hoping to claim the scalp of Aston Villa for the second time in this season's Champions League as the sides meet once again in the last 16, with the Belgians in buoyant mood after dumping out Atalanta in the play-offs.

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EU chief offers carmakers more time on emission rules to avoid fines

EU chief offers carmakers more time on emission rules to avoid fines

EU chief Ursula von der Leyen offered Monday to give struggling European carmakers "breathing space" by allowing them extra time to meet 2025 emission reduction targets without facing fines.

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Dortmund 'still improving' ahead of Lille clash, says coach Kovac

Dortmund 'still improving' ahead of Lille clash, says coach Kovac

Borussia Dortmund coach Niko Kovac admitted his side have "a long way to go" despite their recent uptick in form ahead of Tuesday's home Champions League clash with Lille.

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Wearable tech has far to go before challenging smartphones

Wearable tech has far to go before challenging smartphones

Wearable gadgets like smart watches and glasses are growing more capable every year, but experts say smartphones will remain ubiquitous for the foreseeable future -- not least thanks to artificial intelligence features.

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Atletico have 'big opportunity' against Real Madrid, says Simeone

Atletico have 'big opportunity' against Real Madrid, says Simeone

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone admitted city rivals Real Madrid have the more illustrious history but backed his own team to deliver ahead of their tantalising Champions League last-16 derby clash on Tuesday.

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FA defends ball after Guardiola says it is difficult to control

FA defends ball after Guardiola says it is difficult to control

The Football Association has robustly defended the ball used in FA Cup matches this season after Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said it was "difficult to control".

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Ski crash almost killed me, says French racer Sarrazin

Ski crash almost killed me, says French racer Sarrazin

French downhill specialist Cyprien Sarrazin said Monday that a crash in December that left him with head injuries had almost killed him.

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