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Slovenia probes disappearance of latest Melania Trump statue

Slovenia probes disappearance of latest Melania Trump statue

The first Melania Trump statue in her native Slovenia was destroyed by fire and now its bronze replacement has gone missing, prompting a police investigation.

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Amorim urges Man Utd to focus on Chelsea, not Europa League final

Amorim urges Man Utd to focus on Chelsea, not Europa League final

Ruben Amorim believes the best preparation for Manchester United ahead of the Europa League final would be to shock Chelsea in Friday's Premier League clash rather than resting his key players.

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Gaza air strikes kill over 100 as manhunt unfolds in West Bank

Gaza air strikes kill over 100 as manhunt unfolds in West Bank

Palestinian rescuers reported more than 100 people killed Thursday in Israeli strikes on blockaded Gaza, where a US-backed organisation said it intends to begin distributing aid by the end of the month.

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US Fed chair warns of potential for 'more persistent' supply shocks

US Fed chair warns of potential for 'more persistent' supply shocks

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Thursday warned of the possibility of "more persistent" supply shocks, as US central bankers met for talks against a backdrop of uncertainty kicked up by Donald Trump's tariff rollout.

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Walmart warns of higher prices due to tariffs

Walmart warns of higher prices due to tariffs

Walmart on Thursday reported another solid quarter behind sales gains in the United States, but warned of higher prices and continued uncertainty over President Donald Trump's tariffs.

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Paul reaches Italian Open semis ahead of Sinner's clash with Ruud

Paul reaches Italian Open semis ahead of Sinner's clash with Ruud

Tommy Paul set up a potential Italian Open semi-final with Jannik Sinner after beating Hubert Hurkacz 7-6 (7/4), 6-3 on Thursday to move into the last four in Rome.

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New Cannes Festival policy bans actor accused of rape

New Cannes Festival policy bans actor accused of rape

The Cannes film festival barred an actor in a prominent French film from the red carpet on Thursday because of sexual assault allegations, unveiling a new policy under pressure from lawmakers and activists.

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Tottenham's Kulusevski out for the season as Son steps up recovery

Tottenham's Kulusevski out for the season as Son steps up recovery

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou confirmed on Thursday that Dejan Kulusevski will miss next week's Europa League final and cast doubt over his chances of being fit for the start of next season.

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Leclerc absent as under par Ferrari face home race

Leclerc absent as under par Ferrari face home race

Ferrari's Charles Leclerc withdrew from his media duties ahead of this weekend's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix on Thursday due to illness.

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Rome businesses count their blessings with US pope

Rome businesses count their blessings with US pope

The election of the first US pope is a godsend to businesses in Rome, as big-spending pilgrims flocking to the Vatican are also expected to spend in the Eternal City.

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