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Russia invades Ukraine, dozens killed

Russia invades Ukraine, dozens killed

Russian President Vladimir Putin launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine on Thursday, killing dozens and forcing hundreds to flee for their lives in the pro-Western neighbour.

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UK warns of unprecedented sanctions against Russia's 'dictator'

UK warns of unprecedented sanctions against Russia's 'dictator'

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Thursday said Russian President Vladimir Putin was a "dictator" who now faced "massive" Western sanctions for invading Ukraine.

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Faletau returns as Wales drop Rees-Zammit for England clash

Faletau returns as Wales drop Rees-Zammit for England clash

Wales coach Wayne Pivac has recalled No 8 Taulupe Faletau and dropped wing Louis Rees-Zammit from his side for Saturday's Six Nations match against England at Twickenham.

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UEFA to hold emergency meeting over Russian invasion of Ukraine

UEFA to hold emergency meeting over Russian invasion of Ukraine

UEFA are to hold an emergency meeting on Friday to "evaluate the situation" concerning Russia's invasion of Ukraine with the former set to host the Champions League final in Saint Petersburg in May.

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Oil tops $105, stocks slump as Russia invades Ukraine

Oil tops $105, stocks slump as Russia invades Ukraine

Oil surged past $105 per barrel and equities tumbled Thursday after key crude producer Russia sent forces into Ukraine, accelerating fears of a major war in eastern Europe.

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Despite West's help, Ukraine forces vastly outnumbered by Russia

Despite West's help, Ukraine forces vastly outnumbered by Russia

Ukraine's armed forces find themselves vastly outnumbered and outmatched in firepower by their Russian opponents, despite growing military assistance for Kyiv's troops by the West.

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Wales recall Faletau and drop Rees-Zammit for England

Wales recall Faletau and drop Rees-Zammit for England

Wales coach Wayne Pivac has recalled No 8 Taulupe Faletau and dropped wing Louis Rees-Zammit from his side for Saturday's Six Nations match against England at Twickenham.

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'No to war', says Russian international footballer Smolov

'No to war', says Russian international footballer Smolov

Fedor Smolov became the first Russian international footballer to express his opposition to the invasion of Ukraine by Russia posting on Instagram: "No to war."

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England recall Tuilagi and Lawes for Wales clash

England recall Tuilagi and Lawes for Wales clash

Powerhouse cetre Manu Tuilagi has been recalled to England's side for Saturday's Six Nations Championship clash against Wales at Twickenham.

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Video game developers cash in on Africa's booming mobile market

Video game developers cash in on Africa's booming mobile market

Two manga-like avatars lock swords against a comic strip backdrop, as Alexander Poone explains the different worlds of "The Traveller" -- a video game based on a graphic novel.

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