Israel says detained Gaza flotilla activists to be taken to Greece
Israel said on Thursday that dozens of activists intercepted by its military on a Gaza-bound aid flotilla in international waters off Crete would be taken to Greece.
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Infantino confirms Iran will play World Cup games in US
FIFA President Gianni Infantino reiterated that Iran will play their World Cup games in the United States as scheduled as football's power-brokers met in Vancouver on Thursday.
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Blow for Lula as Brazil MPs slash Bolsonaro prison term
Brazil's Congress on Thursday overturned President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's veto of a law dramatically reducing the prison sentence of his arch-rival Jair Bolsonaro, the second major defeat for Lula in as many days.
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At Iranian film's Berlin premiere, calls not to forget Iranian people
The Iranian film crew behind "Roya", which recounts the torment and trauma of a political prisoner in Tehran's Evin prison, urged the Iranian people "not to be forgotten" at the film's German premiere.
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Honda confident Aston Martin power unit problems solved
Honda’s trackside racing boss Shintaro Orihara said Thursday that he is confident they have found solutions to the power unit problems that undermined Aston Martin’s start to the 2026 F1 season.
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Abuse of retired Bright 'too much', says Chelsea's Bompastor
Chelsea women's boss Sonia Bompastor said retired Blues captain Millie Bright should be celebrated after the former England defender revealed the mental struggles caused by the abuse she has faced.
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US sanctions DR Congo ex-leader Kabila over rebel ties
The United States on Thursday slapped sanctions on the Democratic Republic of Congo's long-serving former president Joseph Kabila, backing allegations he has assisted Rwandan-linked rebels who have seized vast parts of his country.
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Jury of Italy's Venice Biennale resigns over Russia row
The international jury of the upcoming Venice Biennale Art Exhibition resigned Thursday in a row over the organisation's decision to allow Russia to participate in this year's event.
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FIFA chief Infantino confirms Iran playing in US at World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino reiterated that Iran will play their World Cup games in the United States as scheduled on Thursday as he kicked off the global football body's summit in Vancouver.
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Early favorite Renegade faces tough Kentucky Derby draw
Trainer Todd Pletcher hopes his early favorite Renegade can overcome the dreaded inside post on Saturday to capture the 152nd Kentucky Derby.
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