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Messi will decide when he retires, says Argentina FA chief
Retirement rumours surrounded Lionel Messi at last two World Cups, but Argentina FA chief says decision will be his.
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Typhoon Dolphin hits Japan, heads towards China
Five elderly people have suffered non-life-threatening injuries, with three falling due to the wind in Japan.
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Afghanistan’s Rashid takes six wickets in ODI thrashing of Ireland
Rashid Khan forces collapse as Afghanistan beat Ireland by 92 runs in second game of five-match ODI series.
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South Korea FA apologises over ‘sexual services’ allegations
Football association apologises over claims relating to qualifiers for World Cup 2014 and the London 2012 Olympic Games.
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NBA star Brandon Clarke died from heroin, cocaine effects, examiner rules
Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke's May 11 death ruled accidental, with effects of heroin and cocaine cited.
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Violence is driving Palestinian Christians out of their Holy Land
Palestinian Christians are facing violence and displacement across Gaza, Jerusalem and the occupied West Bank.
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Bangladesh say Shakib will not play cricket again after Hasina event
Shakib Al Hasan says he will return home to face trial if safety assured, but Bangladesh rule out cricket comeback.
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Hundreds camp on sweltering Rome street amid tussle over squatted building
After a fire broke out, the building was cleared in what activists say was a politically motivated move.
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FIFA’s Infantino backed in Colombia where he attends president inauguration
FIFA president Gianni Infantino gets South American football's backing while at Abelardo de la Espriella's inauguration.
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Russian strikes near Ukrainian capital kill three, including child
Attack comes as US Senate passes new Russia sanctions and Kyiv appeals for air defence interceptors.
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‘I’ve never been counted’: DR Congo’s first census in 42 years
For many Congolese, the census is about identity, recognition and finally being recorded by the state.
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Armenia puts Church leader on trial for allegedly being a Russian spy
Armenia’s head of the Apostolic Church and senior clergy could face jail time over allegations of spying for Russia.