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Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, architect of modern Qatar
The Father Emir oversaw the meteoric rise of the small gas-rich nation.
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Ghana slavery apology: Why many descendants say words are not enough
Descendants of enslaved Africans say symbolic apologies cannot repair generations of loss and injustice.
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Former emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, dies at 74
This is a breaking news story.
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US forces launch new strikes on Iran; Tehran closes Strait of Hormuz
US forces have launched a third round of strikes on Iran in a week.
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Why doesn’t Indian PM Modi hold unscripted press conferences?
Why doesn't Indian PM Modi hold unscripted press conferences?
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Iran launches attacks across the Gulf after more US strikes
Iran says it launched missile attacks on US military sites in Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan and Qatar.
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What was the mistaken identity red card shown in Argentina vs Switzerland?
Switzerland's Breel Embolo became the first player to be sent off after a VAR review in the last World Cup quarterfinal.
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Which teams are in the World Cup semifinals, and what’s the match schedule?
Qualified teams, venues, kickoff times, key players, and how to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinals.
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Injured Conor McGregor’s UFC comeback ends in defeat to Max Holloway
Facing Holloway at UFC 329, McGregor seemed to injure his right knee in the first round when jumping in with a kick.
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Argentina beat Switzerland to set up World Cup 2026 semifinal with England
Argentina need extra time to beat Switzerland 3-1 in the quarterfinals to set up a showdown with England on Wednesday.
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England fans revel in World Cup win over Norway
Fans celebrated at a London watch party after England's 2-1 extra-time win over Norway in the World Cup quarter-finals.