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Argentina charges Nazi's daughter for concealing decades-old art theft

Argentina charges Nazi's daughter for concealing decades-old art theft

The daughter and son-in-law of a Nazi who stole art from European Jews during World War II were charged in an Argentine court Thursday with hiding numerous works, including 22 by French painter Henri Matisse.

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Portugal releases first details of 16 killed in funicular crash

Portugal releases first details of 16 killed in funicular crash

Investigators probing the fatal derailment of one of Lisbon's famous funicular trains released early details Thursday, confirming that foreign visitors were among the 16 people killed.

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US sues power company over deadly Los Angeles wildfire

US sues power company over deadly Los Angeles wildfire

The US government on Thursday filed multi-million dollar lawsuits against a major power company over wildfires in Southern California, including one of the huge blazes that tore through the Los Angeles area in January.

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After change of club and Italy coach, fresh beginnings for Donnarumma

After change of club and Italy coach, fresh beginnings for Donnarumma

Gianluigi Donnarumma is entering a new phase of his career as the Italy goalkeeper prepares for 2026 World Cup qualifiers under new coach Gennaro Gattuso before taking his place at Manchester City.

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Levy makes shock decision to quit as Spurs chairman

Levy makes shock decision to quit as Spurs chairman

Daniel Levy stepped down as Tottenham executive chairman in a shock move on Thursday after a controversial reign lasting nearly 25 years.

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Fashion, cinema stars hail 'love affair' with Armani

Fashion, cinema stars hail 'love affair' with Armani

Leading cinema and fashion figures on Thursday paid tribute to the genius of fashion legend Giorgio Armani, whose client list read like a who's who of Hollywood stars and royalty.

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France star Mbappe calls for players to get more time off

France star Mbappe calls for players to get more time off

France captain Kylian Mbappe said Thursday that top footballers do not necessarily play too many matches but do need more time off in a crowded schedule which offers little time for a break.

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RFK Jr defends US health agency shake up, Democrats call for his ouster

RFK Jr defends US health agency shake up, Democrats call for his ouster

US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy said Thursday that firing a top government scientist was "absolutely necessary," as he faced blistering criticism from Democrats urging him to resign over his steps to curb vaccines.

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Norris brushes off Dutch setback before Italian GP battle with Piastri

Norris brushes off Dutch setback before Italian GP battle with Piastri

Lando Norris has moved on from the bad luck which forced him to retire in the closing laps of the Dutch Grand Prix as he prepares to renew his Formula One title tussle with McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri at the Italian GP.

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In-form Breetzke stars as South Africa post 330-8 against England

In-form Breetzke stars as South Africa post 330-8 against England

South Africa's Matthew Breetzke extended his record streak as he became the first batsman in one-day international history to start his career with five consecutive scores of fifty or more.

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