International News
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Historic run: Kenyan becomes first man to finish marathon in under two hours
The world record for a marathon was shattered by Kenyan Sabastian Sawe at the London Marathon, who finished in a time of 1:59:30 on Sunday 26 April.
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Thieves make a break with 12 tonnes of stolen KitKat bars
Thieves have stolen 12 tonnes of KitKat chocolate bars from a truck in Europe, sparking fears of Easter shortages as investigations continue.
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Pakistan to host Middle East talks as Iran mobilises, Yemen strikes
Pakistan hosts peace talks with regional ministers as Middle East war escalates. Iran mobilises one million fighters while Yemen launches attacks.
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Regional crisis erupts as US and Israel launch Iran strikes
US and Israel launch strikes on Iran, prompting deadly retaliation and widespread airspace closures across the Middle East.
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Two dead, dozens injured as Milan tram derails into building
Two dead, 38 injured as tram smashes into building in Milan, Italy. The city is preparing to host the Paralympics and is currently staging Milan Fashion Week.
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UEFA to investigate racial abuse allegations involving Vini Junior
Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior accused Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni of calling him ‘mono’ (monkey in Spanish) during yesterday’s Champions League match, prompting UEFA to investigate allegations of discriminatory behaviour.
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WATCH | Italian pilot lands plane on moving train in aviation world first
Italian pilot Dario Costa makes aviation history by landing his plane on a moving train in Turkey before taking off again in world-first feat.
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India reports two Nipah virus cases but says situation contained
Two Nipah virus cases confirmed in West Bengal, India. Authorities say outbreak contained while Asian countries boost airport screening.
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Trump renews Iran threats while Europe rallies over Greenland
Trump warns Iran ‘time running out’ for nuclear deal as protest deaths reach 6 200. European leaders rally over Greenland row.
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Australia confirms first bushfire death, Argentina battles major blaze
Australia reports first bushfire death as fires destroy 300+ buildings. Argentina evacuates 3000 from Patagonia blaze. South Africa battles local fires.
