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Ukraine, Russia vow escalation after Moscow strikes on Kyiv kill 25

Ukraine, Russia vow escalation after Moscow strikes on Kyiv kill 25

Ukraine and Russia on Thursday vowed fresh assaults in their over four-year war after Moscow launched a massive barrage on Kyiv, killing at least 25 people, tearing open apartment buildings and sending tens of thousands to shelters.

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Trump's massive July 4 firework show raises health alarms

Trump's massive July 4 firework show raises health alarms

An "unforgettable" tribute to America, or a health hazard that will terrorize animals and pollute the environment?

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Prosecutors can review Woods medical records in DUI case: judge

Prosecutors can review Woods medical records in DUI case: judge

Prosecutors in Tiger Woods's driving under the influence case will be able to review the golf superstar's hospital treatment following a rollover car crash in March, the judge overseeing the case has ruled.

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Pogacar expects Vingegaard Tour de France battle to last 'years'

Pogacar expects Vingegaard Tour de France battle to last 'years'

Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar said on Thursday that his rivalry with Jonas Vingegaard is pushing both riders "to new heights".

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Japan deploys bear cameras in mountains as attacks surge

Japan deploys bear cameras in mountains as attacks surge

Japan has begun installing hundreds of cameras in its northern mountains as part of a nationwide survey of the bear population following a surge in maulings, an official told AFP on Thursday.

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New York ready for epic Swift-Kelce love story wedding

New York ready for epic Swift-Kelce love story wedding

The first act of pop sensation Taylor Swift's wedding to NFL star Travis Kelce was set to kick off Thursday, with a rehearsal dinner for 100 guests ahead of a star-studded extravaganza at the famed Madison Square Garden.

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Djokovic has history in his sights at Wimbledon

Djokovic has history in his sights at Wimbledon

Novak Djokovic can move another step closer to history at Wimbledon in the third round on Friday.

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Wildfires rage in southern France, 3,000 people evacuated

Wildfires rage in southern France, 3,000 people evacuated

Nearly 3,000 people have been evacuated in southern France and water-bombing planes deployed to battle wildfires after a record-breaking heatwave last month, officials said Thursday.

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Ovechkin returning to Caps for 22nd NHL season

Ovechkin returning to Caps for 22nd NHL season

Alex Ovechkin, the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer, will return for a 22nd season with the Washington Capitals, the club announced on Thursday.

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Hamilton gives F1 a piece of his mind over Lego cars

Hamilton gives F1 a piece of his mind over Lego cars

Lewis Hamilton on Thursday said he planned to boycott a Formula One sponsorship stunt involving Lego cars in a parade ahead of Sunday's British Grand Prix, his home race.

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