Zuckerberg questioned over underage users at social media trial

The trial marked the first time the multibillionaire addressed the safety of his world-dominating platforms directly before a jury and under oath.

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Arteta urges Arsenal to 'stand up' after title bid rocked by Wolves draw

Mikel Arteta admitted Arsenal deserve criticism for the self-inflicted wounds that threaten to ruin their Premier League title bid after the leaders blew a two-goal lead

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Bodo-Glimt stun Inter, Gordon hits four in Newcastle Champions League romp

Norway's Bodo/Glimt stunned Inter Milan in the Champions League, beating last season's runners-up 3-1 in the first leg of their knockout phase play-off tie

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UN Sudan probe finds 'hallmarks of genocide' in El-Fasher

The United Nations independent fact-finding mission on Sudan said Thursday it had concluded that the paramilitary siege and capture of El-Fasher bore "the hallmarks of genocide".

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UK police arrest ex-prince Andrew

UK police arrest former Prince Andrew on suspicion of misconduct, over alleged sharing of information with Jeffrey Epstein while he was Trade envoy.

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Ex-South Korea President sentenced to life in prison for insurrection

Ex-South Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol sentenced to life in prison after being found guilty of engineering an insurrection; he imposed martial law in December 2024.

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Iran, Russia to conduct joint drills in Oman Sea

On Monday, the Revolutionary Guards, the ideological arm of Iran's military, also launched exercises in the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a challenge to US naval forces deployed in the region.

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Facebook, TikTok inaccessible as Gabon shuts down social media

Facebook and TikTok were no longer available in Gabon on Wednesday, AFP journalists confirmed, hours after the media regulator announced.

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Igor Tudor has 'no time for excuses' at Tottenham

Tottenham's new interim manager Igor Tudor says the club's perilous position in the Premier League is unacceptable as he aims to ward off a relegation battle.

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Barcelona's Raphinha blasts La Liga refereeing double standards

Barcelona winger Raphinha lashed out at perceived refereeing double standards in La Liga on Tuesday after his side fell to a 2-1 defeat at Girona.

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Arteta welcomes Madueke and Saka's competition for places

Arteta believes Arsenal and England "get the benefit" from the friendly rivalry between Bukayo Saka and Noni Madueke as the duo battle to start for both club and country.

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Pereira 'trusts' Forest owner Marinakis despite three sackings this season

Vitor Pereira said he trusts Nottingham Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis despite becoming the fourth manager of the Premier League side this season.

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Ukraine war talks to resume in Geneva as US signals progress

Ukrainian and Russian negotiators were to resume a second round of peace talks in Geneva on Wednesday, as Washington's top envoy signalled optimism in its bid to end conflict.

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'Pay or he dies', families told as more Egyptians risk Mediterranean crossing

Weeks after Hamdy Ibrahim left his village in Egypt's Nile Delta hoping to reach Europe, his brother's phone rang with a chilling message from Libya: pay now or the boy would die.

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Philippines VP Sara Duterte announces 2028 presidential run

Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, who is embroiled in a bitter feud with President Ferdinand Marcos, was impeached last year only to see the Supreme Court throw the case out.

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Congolese rumba, music caught between neglect and nostalgia

Each weekend, dancers stoked on music and alcohol sway to the old hits on the decrepit rooftop terrace of Kinshasa's venerable La Creche bar like little has changed since the 1980s.

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Madrid's Vinicius hits out at 'cowards' after racism storm against Benfica

Match-winner Vinicius Junior hit out at "cowards" after accusing Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni of racially abusing him during Real Madrid's 1-0 Champions League win

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Doue inspires PSG to comeback Champions League win in Monaco

PSG recovered from a shambolic start as Desire Doue inspired a comeback from two goals down to beat Monaco 3-2 in the principality in the first leg of their Champions League knockout

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Guirassy guides Dortmund past Atalanta in Champions League play-offs

Serhou Guirassy scored a goal and laid on another as Borussia Dortmund beat Atalanta 2-0 at home in the first leg of their Champions League knockout phase play-off tie.

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Galatasaray thrash 10-man Juve in Champions League play-off 1st leg

Dutch midfielder Noa Lang scored a brace as Galatasaray thumped Juventus 5-2 in a pulsating contest in Istanbul on Tuesday in the first leg of a Champions League playoff.

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Zuckerberg to testify in social media addiction trial

The trial will mark the first time the multibillionaire will address the safety of his world-dominating platforms directly before a jury.

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Activist Boniface Mwangi fears for life after police bug phone

Mwangi told AFP on Wednesday that he had "life-threatening concerns" and felt "violated" by the actions.

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Alexander-Arnold hits out at 'disgusting' alleged Vinicius racism

Trent Alexander-Arnold hit out at "disgusting" alleged racist abuse directed at Vinicius Junior, whose wonder goal gave Real Madrid a crucial 1-0 Champions League play-off first leg victory

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Mexico prepares for possible drone threats during the World Cup

The Mexican military is preparing to confront the potential threat of unauthorised drones in stadiums used for this summer's football World Cup.

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Turkey MPs back moves to 'reintegrate' former Kurdish fighters

Kurdish fighters who have laid down their arms should be reintegrated into society, Turkish lawmakers urged in a key report released Wednesday, while ruling out an "amnesty".

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Israel permits 10,000 West Bank Palestinians for Friday prayers at Al Aqsa

Israel announced that it will cap the number of Palestinian worshippers from the occupied West Bank attending weekly Friday prayers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque in east Jerusalem at 10,000.

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Nigeria announces arrival of 100 US soldiers

Some 100 US soldiers are being deployed to Nigeria as part of increased military cooperation to fight insecurity in the West African country, the Nigerian defence ministry announced Monday.

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Arsenal to face third-tier Mansfield, Newcastle host Man City in FA Cup

League One Mansfield were handed a home draw against Premier League leaders Arsenal in the FA Cup fifth round draw on Monday as Newcastle face Manchester City.

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Fury reveals Joshua crash provoked his return to boxing

Tyson Fury said the deaths of two of long-time rival Anthony Joshua's friends in a car crash in December prompted his return to boxing.

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India sentences to death three men convicted of murder, tourist's rape

An Indian court has issued death sentences against three men convicted of raping an Israeli tourist and another woman, and killing a man near a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Bilbao winger Nico Williams out indefinitely with groin issue

Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams is set to miss several weeks with a groin problem and has no fixed return date, a concerning development for Spain ahead of the World Cup.

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Why are more under-50s getting colorectal cancer? 'We don't know'

The death of US actor James Van Der Beek was just the latest reminder that colorectal cancer has been surging among people under 50 in recent years and no one knows why.

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Hillary Clinton slams Epstein 'cover-up', calls for public testimony

Former US secretary of state Hillary Clinton has accused President Donald Trump of orchestrating a "cover-up" over files related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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Benfica's Mourinho plays down Real Madrid return rumour before rematch

Benfica coach Jose Mourinho insisted he is capable of saying no to Real Madrid president Florentino Perez as he played down rumours of a return to the Spanish giants on Monday

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Barca suffer title defence blow in Girona derby defeat

Spanish champions Barcelona fell to a damaging 2-1 defeat at Girona on Monday to leave them trailing Real Madrid by two points at the top of La Liga.

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Why are more under-50s getting colorectal cancer?

The death of US actor James Van Der Beek was just the latest reminder that colorectal cancer has been surging among people under 50 in recent years -- and no one knows why.

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Enrique dismisses 'noise' around PSG before Monaco Champions League clash

PSG coach Luis Enrique dismissed any suggestions of dressing room disharmony as the reigning European champions prepared to put their continental title on the line

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Jesse Jackson: civil rights lion sought 'common ground'

Jesse Jackson, 84, championed civil rights, liberal causes and political activism. His 1980s White House bids helped pave the way for America's first Black president.

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Oil prices rise as Trump ramps up Iran threats

Iran and the United States began fresh talks as Trump warned of consequences should Tehran fail to strike a deal.

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US civil rights icon Jesse Jackson dies at 84

Veteran US civil rights leader Jesse Jackson has died peacefully at the age of 84, his family has announced.

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