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Top three stripped of medals in Beijing half marathon

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The top three finishers of the Beijing half marathon are stripped of their medals after an investigation into the controversial result.

Bowen: Crisis shows how badly Iran and Israel understand each other

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After decades of rivalry, the rival Middle East powers have both miscalculated, writes Jeremy Bowen.

Nagelsmann extends Germany contract until 2026

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Germany manager Julian Nagelsmann signs a contract extension to run until after the 2026 World Cup.

Two arrested in Poland over attack on Navalny ally

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Leonid Volkov was hospitalised and his arm broken in the attack outside his Lithuanian home in March.

Activist 'appalled' by Tory inaction on Menzies

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Fylde MP Mark Menzies strongly disputes claims he asked a party volunteer for £5,000 to pay "bad people".

Allman Brothers Band guitarist Betts dies at 80

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Dickey Betts helped create their band's Sothern rock style and wrote classic songs like Ramblin' Man.

Sunak sets out plans to tackle 'sick note culture'

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The PM says benefits have become a 'lifestyle choice', but Labour says he has run out of ideas.

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What we know about Israel's overnight attack on Iran

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There are competing claims about the scale of Israel's reported overnight attack targeting Isfahan in Iran.

Scrapping FA Cup replays a 'disaster' - Coughlan

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Newport County manager Graham Coughlan says the decision to scrap FA Cup replays is disastrous for both club finances and fan enjoyment.

Will US Congress pass long-awaited Ukraine aid bill?

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A huge $61bn support package that could help reshape Kyiv's war effort will go to a vote in coming days.

Toddler 'doing great' after Ukraine brain surgery

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Rachel Gribben, 3, is getting ready to return to pre-school after spending three weeks in Lviv.

Moyes in exchange with reporter after Europa League exit

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West Ham boss David Moyes was involved in a frosty exchange with a reporter as he was asked about his future at the club following their Europa League exit.

Norris on Chinese GP sprint pole ahead of Hamilton

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Lando Norris beats Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso to take pole position for the sprint race at the Chinese Grand Prix in a hectic wet session.

Kenya investigates crash that killed military chief

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Gen Francis Ogolla was in the west of the country when his helicopter went down killing 10.

Cardiff Devils aim to down 'great team' Giants

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Cardiff Devils must overcome Belfast Giants in Saturday's Elite League Play-off semi-final to avoid going two consecutive seasons without winning a trophy.

Weekly quiz: What made Liz Truss itch in Downing Street?

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Test how closely you have been paying attention to what has been going on over the past seven days.

Nigerian attempts to break chess marathon record

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The 29-year-old chess master hopes raise $1m for charity by playing for 58 consecutive hours.

Stalker who sent Harry Styles 8,000 cards is jailed

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Myra Carvalho had hand-delivered two of the letters to the pop star's address, a court hears.

'First 20 minutes against England key for Ireland'

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Ireland defence coach Declan Danaher says the first 20 minutes of Saturday's Women's Six Nations against England will be crucial to the outcome.

Children among nine dead in Russia strike on Ukraine

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Russia strikes two cities in Ukraine's central Dnipropetrovsk region, hitting the station in Dnipro.

BBC Persian sent footage of Isfahan explosions

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Video sent to the BBC shows flashes in the sky, while a large explosion can also be heard.

100 MPs to stand down at the next election

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More than 60 are Conservatives and they include former prime minister Theresa May.

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Culling's rapid rise to London Marathon's elites

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Five years ago, Anya Culling took more than four and a half hours to complete the London Marathon - but in 2024 she will take her place among the elites.

Labour unveils plans for new housing on 'grey belt'

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Low-quality green belt areas will be classed as "grey belt" and targeted for development, Labour say.

'My heart tells me Donegal can win, but Derry may have too much'

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Donegal's All-Ireland winning captain Michael Murphy previews Saturday's hugely-anticipated Ulster Championship quarter-final between Derry and Donegal.

Blasts heard in central province of Isfahan

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Blasts are heard in central Isfahan province, though it is not clear what might have been hit.

Christiansen runs London Marathon in memory of aunt

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Former England midfielder Izzy Christiansen explains why she will be running Sunday's London Marathon in memory of her aunt.

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Why is Taylor Swift singing about Dylan Thomas?

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Taylor Swift's new album name drops Welsh poet Dylan Thomas alongside Patti Smith

Women secretly filmed on nights out 'feel unsafe'

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The videos taken of women on nights out without their knowledge have gained millions of views.

Ewart Shadoff, Hall and Korda in Chevron contention

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English pair Jodie Ewart Shadoff and Georgia Hall enjoy strong starts a the Chevron Championship in Texas as American Lauren Coughlin leads.