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Trump vows to plant flag on Mars, omits mention of Moon return

Trump vows to plant flag on Mars, omits mention of Moon return

US President Donald Trump vowed Monday to "plant the Stars and Stripes on the planet Mars" but made no mention of NASA's planned return to the Moon, heightening speculation about his space strategy.

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Trump vows to 'tariff and tax' other countries

Trump vows to 'tariff and tax' other countries

US President Donald Trump promised tariffs and taxes on other countries Monday, in a nationalistic inaugural address after being sworn in as the 47th president.

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Top-ranked Scheffler won't 'rush back' to golf after Christmas hand injury

Top-ranked Scheffler won't 'rush back' to golf after Christmas hand injury

World number one Scottie Scheffler said Monday he is close to returning to the PGA Tour after suffering a Christmas cooking injury to his right hand but hasn't pinpointed a date for his comeback.

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Trump vows to 'tariff and tax' on other countries

Trump vows to 'tariff and tax' on other countries

US President Donald Trump promised tariffs and taxes on other countries Monday, in a nationalistic inaugural address after being sworn in as the 47th president.

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Aston Villa ready for 'key' Monaco clash, says Emery

Aston Villa ready for 'key' Monaco clash, says Emery

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery says his team are "very motivated" to secure direct qualification for the Champions League last 16 heading into Tuesday's crucial game at Monaco.

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Trump seeks to rename Denali, highest peak in N. America

Trump seeks to rename Denali, highest peak in N. America

US President Donald Trump announced in his inaugural speech Monday that he will seek to rename Alaska's Denali as part of his day one actions, overriding the will of the state's Indigenous population and its elected leaders.

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Melania Trump brings steely fashion game back to Washington

Melania Trump brings steely fashion game back to Washington

Where in the world is Melania Trump? Back in Washington in a sharply tailored outfit that exudes international woman of mystery as her husband once again becomes president of the United States.

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Trump vows trade policy of 'tariff and tax' on other countries

Trump vows trade policy of 'tariff and tax' on other countries

US President Donald Trump promised tariffs and taxes on other countries Monday, in a nationalistic inaugural address after being sworn in as the 47th president.

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Man City sign Uzbekistan defender Khusanov from Lens

Man City sign Uzbekistan defender Khusanov from Lens

Manchester City on Monday announced the signing of Uzbekistan centre-back Abdukodir Khusanov from French club Lens for a reported fee of 40 million euros ($42 million) plus add-ons.

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Flick expecting Barca improvement at Benfica after Liga slump

Flick expecting Barca improvement at Benfica after Liga slump

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick is hoping his team can improve against Benfica in the Champions League on Tuesday after a string of poor results in La Liga.

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