Fighter planes for Ukraine, a complex challenge for Kyiv's allies
Ukraine's urgent request for western warplanes to boost its war capabilities against Russia poses a host of challenges that make an early delivery of such aircraft unlikely, experts said Thursday.
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Legendary songwriter Burt Bacharach dead at 94
Legendary American pop composer Burt Bacharach, whose prolific output provided a chart-topping playlist for the 1960s and 70s with hits like "I Say a Little Prayer," has died in Los Angeles aged 94, US media said Thursday.
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Turkish father's pain symbolises quake tragedy
It was a moment encapsulating the unspeakable pain of the Turkish earthquake: a father holding his 15-year-old's hand, the only thing visible after her body was crushed by concrete.
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Three ancient cities damaged in Turkey-Syria quake
Three ancient cities suffered widespread destruction in Monday's massive earthquake in Turkey and Syria: Antakya, Sanliurfa and Aleppo.
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Shareholder sues Shell bosses over climate risks
British energy giant Shell has been hit with a new lawsuit over climate change, with activist investors accusing the company's leadership of mismanaging risks to the company.
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Church of England backs blessings for same-sex couples
The Church of England's governing body on Thursday endorsed plans to let priests offer blessings to same-sex couples, after hours of acrimonious debate highlighted deep Anglican divisions on the issue.
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Crawford risks all in familiar conditions for super-G gold
Gold medallist James Crawford admitted to feeling confident heading into the men's super-G after a pre-race inspection revealed near-ideal snow and course conditions for the Canadian.
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UK says aware of 'escalatory risks' in arming Ukraine
The UK said Thursday it was aware of "potential escalatory risks" in equipping Ukraine with more Western weaponry, while playing down the prospective delivery of older Typhoon fighter jets.
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Murray to start for Ireland against France in Six Nations clash
Veteran scrum-half Conor Murray will start for Ireland in their much-anticipated Six Nations clash with titleholders France on Saturday.
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Milan's La Scala launches TV channel
Milan's 245-year-old La Scala entered the digital age Thursday, launching its own TV channel that will broadcast live operas, ballets and concerts, and allow people to re-watch shows from their sofa.
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