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German car-ramming suspect had mental health problems: reports

German car-ramming suspect had mental health problems: reports

A man suspected of ploughing a car into a crowd in the eastern German city of Leipzig, killing two people, had recently been treated for mental health problems, reports said Tuesday.

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Pyongyang calling: North Korea shows off own-brand phones

Pyongyang calling: North Korea shows off own-brand phones

North Korea has welcomed foreign visitors and firms to a trade fair this week, showcasing homegrown products including the latest model of its sleek Jindallae smartphone.

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Iran warns 'not even started' in Hormuz

Iran warns 'not even started' in Hormuz

Iran's powerful chief negotiator warned the United States against any further escalation in the Strait of Hormuz, after a spate of attacks risked reigniting the Middle East war.

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World body in dark over allegations against China badminton chief

World body in dark over allegations against China badminton chief

Badminton's world governing body said Tuesday it has not heard from the head of the sport in China and is monitoring his situation after the country's anti-corruption body said he was under investigation.

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China fireworks factory explosion kills 26, injures 61

China fireworks factory explosion kills 26, injures 61

The death toll from a giant explosion at a fireworks factory in central China rose to 26, with 61 more injured, officials said Tuesday.

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China hails 'our era' as Wu Yize's world snooker triumph goes viral

China hails 'our era' as Wu Yize's world snooker triumph goes viral

Trailblazer Ding Junhui called it "our era" as Wu Yize's World Snooker Championship victory went viral back home in China with tens of millions celebrating the country's latest landmark in the sport.

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Ex-model accuses French scout of grooming her for Epstein

Ex-model accuses French scout of grooming her for Epstein

Former French model Juliette G. says it took her years to make sense of how she ended up in a New York bedroom with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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Timberwolves eclipse Spurs as Knicks rout Sixers

Timberwolves eclipse Spurs as Knicks rout Sixers

Anthony Edwards returned from injury to eclipse a record-breaking defensive performance from Victor Wembanyama as the Minnesota Timberwolves upset the second-seeded San Antonio Spurs 104-102 in the NBA playoffs on Monday.

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Yoko says oh no to 'John Lemon' beer

Yoko says oh no to 'John Lemon' beer

The old saying about lemons and lemonade has borne fruit for a French craft brewery, which was ordered by Yoko Ono to stop making its "John Lemon" beer -- and has now nearly sold out thanks to the publicity.

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Bayern's Kompany promises repeat fireworks in PSG Champions League semi

Bayern's Kompany promises repeat fireworks in PSG Champions League semi

Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany has promised to stick with his high-octane, high-risk approach in Wednesday's Champions League semi-final second leg against holders Paris Saint-Germain.

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