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Celebrations as Gibraltar-Spain border fence removed
The symbolic midnight ceremony was followed by large crowds crossing between Gibraltar and Spain without border checks.
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Three killed as Russian bombing of Odesa continues
In recent days, Russia and Ukraine have launched attacks on each others’ infrastructure for shipping goods.
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New footage ‘shows Russian soldiers stripped, tied up and beaten for filing complaint against their commander’
The article reports on newly surfaced footage that purportedly shows Russian soldiers being stripped, tied up and beaten after they complained about their commander. If authentic, the video would point to serious abuse and indiscipline within Russia’s armed forces, as well as the risks faced by soldiers who challenge their superiors. The story matters because…
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Ukraine blitzes another 19 Russian tankers overnight, with 136 vessels now hit in ten days in huge blow to Putin
The article says Ukraine carried out overnight strikes on 19 Russian tankers and claims 136 vessels have been hit over the past ten days. If accurate, that would suggest a sustained campaign against Russian maritime logistics and fuel transport, potentially increasing pressure on Moscow’s war effort and exposing vulnerabilities beyond the front line. The key…
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London City sign Diani for more than £500,000
London City Lionesses have signed France forward Kadidiatou Diani from Lyon on a three-year deal for a fee reported to be more than £500,000. The move is significant because it underlines the newly promoted club’s ambition to challenge quickly in the Women’s Super League and potentially qualify for the Champions League. It also adds to…
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World Cup 2026: Spain stun listless France to reach final; England v Argentina buildup – live
Spain reached the 2026 World Cup final after beating France 2-0 in the semi-final, with the live blog presenting the result as a clear and deserved win over a subdued French side. The significance lies not only in Spain’s progress to the final, but also in the scrutiny now facing France and Didier Deschamps, whose…
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London to host mass screenings if England beats Argentina to make World Cup final – with up to 20,000 fans set to descend on the O2 Arena
London is preparing to stage large public screenings of the World Cup final if England beat Argentina and reach the showpiece match. The plan matters because it would create a major fan event in the capital, giving thousands of supporters a communal place to watch a potentially historic game and reflecting the scale of public…
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Seven Britons among those killed in Spain wildfires
Twelve of the 13 victims were foreign nationals, Spanish authorities said on Tuesday.
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A special team beats brilliant individuals – how silky Spain flattened France
Spain have rather flown under the radar at the 2026 World Cup – but will they go all the way and win it?