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German navy chief resigns over ‘ill-considered’ Ukraine-Russia remarks
The head of the German navy has resigned after coming under fire for saying Russian President Vladimir Putin deserved “respect”…
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Skier Dave Ryding makes history to win Britain’s first gold in alpine skiing World Cup
Alpine skier Dave Ryding has made history in Austria after winning Great Britain’s first World Cup gold medal. The 35-year-old…
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France: Business owners share relief as British skiers allowed to return to French slopes after travel restrictions eased
There is no winter sport resort quite like Chamonix. Nestled in the shadow of Mont Blanc, it has a glittering…
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Russia accused by Foreign Office of plotting to install pro-Kremlin leader to head Ukraine’s government
Britain has accused Russia of a shadowy plot to install a pro-Kremlin government in Kyiv as Moscow weighs up a…
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COVID-19: South African doctors fear new coronavirus variants could evolve in untreated HIV population
As the Omicron variant continues to sweep the world, registering a record number of infections in Japan, Russia and Romania…
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Thailand attack: British tourist hacked to death and friend seriously hurt
A British tourist was killed and his friend badly injured in an alleged sickle attack by a man in Thailand.…
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Afghanistan: Musician says ‘people are afraid to perform’ after Taliban takeover
Classical musician Homayoun Sakhi was born in Kabul and plays the Rubab, the national instrument from Afghanistan. This weekend it’ll…
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Ghana explosion: At least 17 killed and dozens injured in mining truck crash blast which leaves huge crater
At least 17 people have been killed and 59 injured in a huge blast in Ghana after a truck carrying…
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Shane McInerney: Irish football coach faces 20 years in jail for allegedly exposing himself on flight in row over food
An Irish football coach could face up to 20 years in prison for alleged “unruly behaviour” on a plane –…
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New York shooting: Officer killed in Harlem after responding to ‘domestic’ incident
A New York City police officer was killed and a second injured following a shooting in Harlem on Friday. Jason…
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