US expecting Iran response on deal despite naval clash
The United States was awaiting Iran's response to its latest proposed peace deal on Friday, after both sides accused the other of triggering an overnight clash that rattled markets and revived fears of a return to fighting.
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Stocks diverge, oil steady as fresh US-Iran clashes hit peace hopes
Stock markets diverged and oil prices steadied Friday as US-Iran clashes in the Strait of Hormuz jolted hopes for a deal to end the Middle East war and reopen the crucial waterway.
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Arteta calls for Arsenal focus on 'huge' West Ham clash
Mikel Arteta said Arsenal must re-focus for Sunday's "huge" Premier League clash at West Ham after the emotional high of reaching the Champions League final.
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EU opens door to using US jet fuel as shortages loom
How big is the jet fuel threat to Europe's summer holidays? The EU says it is not facing shortages yet, but it is readying for the worst -- and weighing options including using US kerosene as a back-up.
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Bournemouth drop Jimenez as they probe social media posts
Bournemouth have dropped Alex Jimenez from their squad and launched an investigation into the alleged social media conduct of the defender.
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Forest fire burns near Chernobyl nuclear plant after drone crash
A large forest fire burned through the Chernobyl exclusion zone on Friday following a drone crash near the disaster-tainted nuclear plant the previous day, Ukrainian authorities said.
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Pentagon releases previously secret files on UFOs
The Pentagon on Friday released a first batch of previously secret files documenting reported sightings of unidentified flying objects -- some as far back as the 1940s -- a move sought for decades by some Americans.
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Shanto century puts Bangladesh on top in Pakistan Test
Captain Najmul Hossain Shanto hit an attacking century as Bangladesh recovered from a shaky start to post 301-4 on the opening day of the first Test against Pakistan on Friday.
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Slot says final flourish would not mask Liverpool failure
Arne Slot said even three wins from Liverpool's final three Premier League games would not silence the critics after their shocking title defence as he focused on wrapping up Champions League qualification.
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US adds 115,000 jobs in April, beating expectations
US employment rose more than expected in April, while the unemployment rate remained steady, government data showed, with the world's largest economy firming recent labor market gains but analysts warning of underlying weakness.
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