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Cockfighting still a popular blood sport in southern Iraq

Cockfighting still a popular blood sport in southern Iraq

Two vicious roosters circle a filthy carpet in southern Iraq, facing off for a cockfight that has drawn dozens to a dimly lit cafe in the port city of Basra.

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'Everything Everywhere' wins (nearly) all at SAG Awards

'Everything Everywhere' wins (nearly) all at SAG Awards

Absurdist sci-fi comedy "Everything Everywhere All At Once" continued its dominance of this year's Hollywood award shows by earning top honors from the Screen Actors Guild on Sunday.

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The Japanese ex-soldier who declared war on sexual abuse

The Japanese ex-soldier who declared war on sexual abuse

From childhood, Rina Gonoi dreamed of joining Japan's military. But as an adult, she has gone to war against the institution over sexual abuse she was subjected to by fellow soldiers.

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China banking tycoon Bao Fan 'cooperating with investigation'

China banking tycoon Bao Fan 'cooperating with investigation'

Chinese billionaire Bao Fan is "cooperating in an investigation" by authorities, his company said, almost two weeks after his disappearance sparked fears of a renewed crackdown on the nation's financial services industry.

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Record-breaking Williamson's century extends New Zealand lead to 197

Record-breaking Williamson's century extends New Zealand lead to 197

Record-breaker Kane Williamson hit a superb century Monday as New Zealand opened a 197-run lead over England in the second Test at Wellington.

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Asian markets drop on rate fears as US inflation runs hot

Asian markets drop on rate fears as US inflation runs hot

Asian markets sank Monday following a Wall Street selloff, as forecast-beating US inflation data reinforced expectations the Federal Reserve would continue to ramp up interest rates for some time.

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On top of the world: Three tennis rankings landmarks

On top of the world: Three tennis rankings landmarks

Novak Djokovic on Monday sets a new record in men's and women's tennis for total weeks spent on top of the world rankings.

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South Africa aim to launch new era in Test series against West Indies

South Africa aim to launch new era in Test series against West Indies

South Africa's Test series against the West Indies, which starts at SuperSport Park on Tuesday, could hardly be more low-key but it has the potential to launch a new era for the country’s Test team.

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Memorable moments from the Women's T20 World Cup

Memorable moments from the Women's T20 World Cup

The Women's T20 World Cup ended on Sunday with Australia claiming a sixth title thanks to a 19-run victory over South Africa in the final.

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Phone firms set for annual meet in shadow of global slump

Phone firms set for annual meet in shadow of global slump

The big beasts of the telecom industry will gather in Barcelona on Monday for their most important annual get-together, this year under the shadow of a severe slump across the technology sector.

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