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• Prince Harry warned Meghan Markle after she made royal life look easy - Geo News

  12-03-2023 23:56 via news.google.com
  Prince Harry warned Meghan Markle after she made royal life look easy  Geo NewsPrince Harry feared Meghan Markle would become Diana after Australia trip  The News InternationalView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• The Players: Scottie Scheffler to return to world No 1 after dominant five-shot win at TPC Sawgrass - Sky Sports

  12-03-2023 23:52 via news.google.com
  The Players: Scottie Scheffler to return to world No 1 after dominant five-shot win at TPC Sawgrass  Sky SportsScottie Scheffler wins Players Championship at Sawgrass, Tyrrell Hatton second  BBCHighlights | Round 4| THE PLAYERS | 2023  PGA TOURScottie Scheffler reclaims world No 1 spot with Players Championship win  The GuardianPlayers Championship: Scottie Scheffler moves back to top of golf's world rankings with $4.5m win  Daily MailView Full c
  
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• Oscars 2023: the red carpet – in pictures

  12-03-2023 23:50 via theguardian.com
  
  A selection of some of the best looks on the red carpet at the 95th Academy Awards in Los AngelesMichelle Yeoh triumphs at Oscars as Malala meets Cocaine Bear – in picturesAs it happenedEverything Everywhere All at Once triumphs at Oscars with major sweep Continue reading...
  
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• Sunak’s focus may be on China, but it’s Europe’s security that is vital for the UK - The Guardian

  12-03-2023 23:31 via news.google.com
  Sunak’s focus may be on China, but it’s Europe’s security that is vital for the UK  The GuardianRishi Sunak announces £5bn extra defence spending during US trip  BBCPM announces major defence investment in launch of Integrated Review Refresh  GOV.UKUK to spend extra £5bn on military to counter intensifying threats from China and Russia  Sky NewsView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• HIGHLIGHTS: Manchester United 0-0 Southampton | Premier League - Southampton FC

  12-03-2023 23:00 via news.google.com
  
  HIGHLIGHTS: Manchester United 0-0 Southampton | Premier League  Southampton FCCould Casemiro *actually* end up costing Man Utd Champions League football?  Football365Ten Hag and De Gea React | Man Utd 0-0 Southampton | Post-Match Reaction  Manchester United‘What is the policy?’: Ten Hag questions referee and VAR for Casemiro red card  The GuardianMAN UTD 0-0 SOUTHAMPTON | Refereeing SHAMBLES, Casemiro NEVER A Red Card! Resilient United Dig Deep
  
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• PlayStation 6 rumors: Hardware designer chosen as PS6 development possibly nixes PS5 Pro production - Notebookcheck.net

  12-03-2023 22:51 via news.google.com
  
  PlayStation 6 rumors: Hardware designer chosen as PS6 development possibly nixes PS5 Pro production  Notebookcheck.netPlayStation 6 Release Window May Have Been Revealed in Microsoft's Activision Acquisition Documents  GameRantThe Elder Scrolls 6 Might Release on PS5, Microsoft Documents Suggest  PlayStation LifeStylePS6: New Leak Confirms the Official Launch Date of Sony’s Next Gen Console  Gizchina.comIs The Elder Scrolls 6 Xbox Exclusive? New Disc
  
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• Gary Lineker to return to Match of the Day as BBC bosses back down - The Telegraph

  12-03-2023 22:49 via news.google.com
  
  Gary Lineker to return to Match of the Day as BBC bosses back down  The TelegraphGary Lineker: Sources close to presenter hopeful row with BBC will be resolved in next 24 hours  Sky NewsGary Lineker row: BBC sport coverage hit by presenter boycott for second day  BBCLetters: The BBC was right to punish Gary Lineker for repeated rule-breaking  The TelegraphGary Lineker row: BBC wants to 'pick and choose' when it should be impartial - John Barnes  
  
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• Crufts 2023: Lagotto Romangnolo named Orca wins Best in Show - The Telegraph

  12-03-2023 22:29 via news.google.com
  
  Crufts 2023: Lagotto Romangnolo named Orca wins Best in Show  The TelegraphCrufts shines spotlight on 'vulnerable' dog breeds  The IndependentCrufts 2023 Day 4 results announced for Best in Show, Utility and Toy winners  Birmingham LiveCrufts: Northern Ireland dog Khan wins Best in Breed  Belfast TelegraphFormer soul group frontman wins Crufts gold with huge Irish Wolfhound  Liverpool EchoView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• People ran for cover after 'reckless' gunman on electric bike opened fire in street - Liverpool Echo

  12-03-2023 22:09 via news.google.com
  People ran for cover after 'reckless' gunman on electric bike opened fire in street  Liverpool EchoWoman spent time living on streets after home shot at in 'targeted attack'  Liverpool EchoView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Dozens arrested at protests against govt in Moldova - Al Jazeera English

  12-03-2023 22:04 via news.google.com
  Dozens arrested at protests against govt in Moldova  Al Jazeera EnglishMoldova police arrest members of Russian-backed network over unrest plot  The GuardianMoldova says it thwarted Russia-linked plot ahead of anti-government protests  POLITICO EuropeMoldovan Police Say They Foiled Russian-Backed Unrest Plot  Radio Free Europe / Radio LibertyPolice limit anti-government protest in Moldova  CNAView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Prince Harry feared Meghan Markle would become Diana after Australia trip - The News International

  12-03-2023 22:01 via news.google.com
  Prince Harry feared Meghan Markle would become Diana after Australia trip  The News InternationalPrince Harry warned Meghan Markle after she made royal life look easy  Geo NewsView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• One in six grandparents say they're now propping up TWO generations - Daily Mail

  12-03-2023 22:01 via news.google.com
  One in six grandparents say they're now propping up TWO generations  Daily Mail
  
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• Thirty missing, 17 rescued as boat capsizes north of Libya - Al Jazeera English

  12-03-2023 21:40 via news.google.com
  Thirty missing, 17 rescued as boat capsizes north of Libya  Al Jazeera EnglishDozens of people reported missing in Mediterranean after vessel capsizes  The GuardianAlert in Mediterranean: NGO loses contact with 47 'panicked' migrants  EuronewsItaly says 30 migrants missing after boat capsizes off Libya's coast  FRANCE 24 EnglishDozens feared dead as migrant boat capsizes in Mediterranean  Sky NewsView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Britain battles to limit SVB damage as would-be buyer for UK arm steps in - Reuters UK

  12-03-2023 21:36 via news.google.com
  
  Britain battles to limit SVB damage as would-be buyer for UK arm steps in  Reuters UKSilicon Valley Bank UK: 'Either British banks save it or the government will step up' - Bloomberg  Sky NewsUK scrambles to help tech firms after Silicon Valley Bank collapse  BBCOpinion: UK government should not bailout SVB UK  SiftedBank of London confirms SVB UK rescue bid  UKTN (UK Technology NewsView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• HSBC emerges as last-ditch white knight for Silicon Valley Bank UK - Sky News

  12-03-2023 21:35 via news.google.com
  HSBC emerges as last-ditch white knight for Silicon Valley Bank UK  Sky NewsThe rescue of SVB takes centre stage with CPI waiting in the wings  FXStreetHSBC Holdings falls Friday, underperforms market  MarketWatchView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• US accuses Iran of cruel false prisoner swap claims - BBC

  12-03-2023 21:32 via news.google.com
  
  US accuses Iran of cruel false prisoner swap claims  BBCIran says prisoner swap deal is close but US disputes claim  Financial TimesIran's Behavior Will Be Under Microscope In Coming Months, Say Saudi Columnists  Radio Free Europe / Radio LibertyIran signals US prisoner exchange could be close  Al Jazeera EnglishUS says Iranian claims of prisoner swap deal are a 'cruel lie'  The Times of IsraelView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Mum's warning after breast felt like 'something was pulling it in' - Liverpool Echo

  12-03-2023 21:05 via news.google.com
  Mum's warning after breast felt like 'something was pulling it in'  Liverpool EchoFit and healthy pharmacist Taylah Oehme diagnosed with 'rare' ovarian cancer at just 26  Daily MailWoman was told to 'have a few wines and relax' before being diagnosed with cancer  LADbible'Doctors said I was too young to get cancer - I was diagnosed with two types in three months'  Manchester Evening NewsMum with cervical cancer is told by doctors 'have a few wines and rela
  
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• Who won Dancing on Ice 2023? Nile Wilson crowned as season 15 winner - Radio Times

  12-03-2023 21:01 via news.google.com
  
  Who won Dancing on Ice 2023? Nile Wilson crowned as season 15 winner  Radio TimesDancing On Ice Final 2023 RECAP: Nile Wilson takes the crown! As Joey Essex comes in second place  Daily MailDancing On Ice 2023 final LIVE — Nile Wilson is crowned champion after going beating The Vivienne and Joey...  The SunPOLL: Who do you want to win Dancing on Ice?  ExpressDancing On Ice's The Vivienne shares result of 2st weight loss in shirtless snap  D
  
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• Everton's next six Premier League fixtures compared to Wolves, West Ham and Southampton - Liverpool Echo

  12-03-2023 20:55 via news.google.com
  Everton's next six Premier League fixtures compared to Wolves, West Ham and Southampton  Liverpool EchoFAST START AT FIRED-UP GOODISON! | Tunnel Access: Everton 1-0 Brentford  Everton Football ClubWhere there's one-nil, there's a way for Sean Dyche at Everton  The TimesThomas Frank makes classy Everton gesture after loss that left his Brentford players 'p*****'  Liverpool EchoAmadou Onana provides five-word injury update after collision in Everton win 
  
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• Walsall stabbing: Nightclub killer urged to hand themselves in - BBC

  12-03-2023 20:31 via news.google.com
  
  Walsall stabbing: Nightclub killer urged to hand themselves in  BBCFamily tribute to man, 29, stabbed in nightclub as police warn killers: 'We'll catch you'  Yahoo News UKWorried MP demands meeting with police chiefs after second Walsall murder in weeks  Birmingham LiveFamily pay tribute as detectives name man stabbed to death at Walsall nightclub  Express & StarWalsall traders and residents speak out after second young man stabbed to death in just six
  
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• Iran says prisoner swap deal is close but US disputes claim - Financial Times

  12-03-2023 20:28 via news.google.com
  
  Iran says prisoner swap deal is close but US disputes claim  Financial TimesUS accuses Iran of cruel false prisoner swap claims  BBCIran's Behavior Will Be Under Microscope In Coming Months, Say Saudi Columnists  Radio Free Europe / Radio LibertyIran signals US prisoner exchange could be close  Al Jazeera EnglishUS says Iranian claims of prisoner swap deal are a 'cruel lie'  The Times of IsraelView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Hundreds of Russians killed in Bakhmut battle as snipers ‘create killing zone’ - The Independent

  12-03-2023 20:22 via news.google.com
  Hundreds of Russians killed in Bakhmut battle as snipers ‘create killing zone’  The IndependentRussia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 382 of the invasion  The GuardianBattles Flare Around Bakhmut, But Western Think Tank Says Russia's Drive May Be Stalling  Radio Free Europe / Radio LibertyUkraine holds on, praying that new western kit will break the deadlock  The TimesBakhmut: The 'fortress city' on Ukraine's frontline – DW &
  
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• First picture of nightclub murder victim as family pay tribute to 'greatest son' - Birmingham Live

  12-03-2023 20:22 via news.google.com
  First picture of nightclub murder victim as family pay tribute to 'greatest son'  Birmingham LiveWalsall stabbing: Nightclub killer urged to hand themselves in  BBCFamily tribute to man, 29, stabbed in nightclub as police warn killers: 'We'll catch you'  Yahoo News UKFamily pay tribute as detectives name man stabbed to death at Walsall nightclub  Express & Star'RIP Keemz' - Tragic Valesha's clubber with 'infectious smile' named locally in heartbroken t
  
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• UK scrambles to help tech firms after Silicon Valley Bank collapse - BBC

  12-03-2023 20:12 via news.google.com
  
  UK scrambles to help tech firms after Silicon Valley Bank collapse  BBCSilicon Valley Bank collapse: An existential threat for the UK's tech sector?  Sky NewsRUTH SUNDERLAND: Small banks, big trouble?  This is MoneyOpinion: UK government should not bailout SVB UK  SiftedInvestors Wiped Out As Bank Run Causes Collapse Of Silicon Valley Bank  ForbesView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Little known WhatsApp trick allows you to read full message without opening - The Mirror

  12-03-2023 20:04 via news.google.com
  Little known WhatsApp trick allows you to read full message without opening  The MirrorWhatsApp trick that lets you read long messages WITHOUT even opening the app  Daily MailWhatsApp Tips And Tricks: Here's How To Send Message Without Saving Other Person's Phone Number  Jagran EnglishView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• SpaceX’s Crew-5 mission safely returns to Earth after five months in space - Engadget

  12-03-2023 19:49 via news.google.com
  SpaceX’s Crew-5 mission safely returns to Earth after five months in space  EngadgetIncredible moment SpaceX crew splashdown after five months in space with Dragon capsule landing in Gulf of...  The SunSpaceX capsule returns crew of four from space station mission  CGTNFour astronauts fly SpaceX back home, ending 5-month mission  Japan TodayFour Astronauts Fly SpaceX Back Home, End Five-Month Mission  Radio Free Europe / Radio LibertyView F
  
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• Dozens of floral tributes left at scene where two teenage boys lost their lives - Chronicle Live

  12-03-2023 19:43 via news.google.com
  Dozens of floral tributes left at scene where two teenage boys lost their lives  Chronicle LiveTwo boys aged 16 and 17 die in early morning car crash: Police launch appeal  Daily MailMorpeth crash: Two teenagers die in collision  BBCTwo teenage boys, aged 16 and 17, die after Northumberland car crash during early hours of the morning  Chronicle LiveTributes paid to boys 16, and 17, killed in horror crash  Metro.co.ukView Full coverage on Google N
  
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• Hollywood ditches traditional Oscar red carpet… and goes beige - The Telegraph

  12-03-2023 19:39 via news.google.com
  
  Hollywood ditches traditional Oscar red carpet… and goes beige  The TelegraphOscars worst dressed 2023: The worst fashion choices of the night at Academy Awards  Daily MailOscars 2023 best dressed: Our 12 favorite red carpet looks, from Angela Bassett to Jamie Lee Curtis  Woman & HomeOscars red carpet change leads to viewer backlash  Digital SpyFlorence Pugh and Cara Delevingne lead the British arrivals at the Oscars 2023  Daily MailVi
  
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• 'He plays tough but fair': Erik ten Hag defends Casemiro after his red card against Southampton - Daily Mail

  12-03-2023 19:30 via news.google.com
  'He plays tough but fair': Erik ten Hag defends Casemiro after his red card against Southampton  Daily MailCould Casemiro *actually* end up costing Man Utd Champions League football?  Football365Ten Hag and De Gea React | Man Utd 0-0 Southampton | Post-Match Reaction  Manchester UnitedCasemiro red card stalls Manchester United in draw against Southampton  The GuardianBruno Fernandes stuns in new position as Manchester United falter against Southampton 
  
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• Pro-Western former Georgian president Mikheil Saakashvili 'close to death' after alleged prison poisoning - Sky News

  12-03-2023 19:19 via news.google.com
  Pro-Western former Georgian president Mikheil Saakashvili 'close to death' after alleged prison poisoning  Sky NewsMikheil Saakashvili 'close to death' in Georgia prison  The TimesView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Moldova says it thwarted Russia-linked plot ahead of anti-government protests - POLITICO Europe

  12-03-2023 19:04 via news.google.com
  Moldova says it thwarted Russia-linked plot ahead of anti-government protests  POLITICO EuropeMoldova police arrest members of Russian-backed network over unrest plot  The GuardianDozens arrested at protests against govt in Moldova  Al Jazeera EnglishMoldovan Police Say They Foiled Russian-Backed Unrest Plot  Radio Free Europe / Radio LibertyMoldova Smashes Pro-Moscow Subversion Ring - Police  The Moscow TimesView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Jeremy Hunt urged to wipe UK’s energy bill debts – set to rise to £3bn - The Independent

  12-03-2023 19:01 via news.google.com
  Jeremy Hunt urged to wipe UK’s energy bill debts – set to rise to £3bn  The IndependentJeremy Hunt will undermine Brexit by surrendering tax rights, warn Tory MPs  The TelegraphHunt pledges to put Britain on the 'hard road' to recovery  Financial TimesUK plans 11 billion sterling business tax break in budget, Bloomberg reports  Reuters UKHunt vows to be responsible with UK finances ahead of Budget  The IndependentView Full cover
  
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• Three North East dogs win Best in Breed title at Crufts 2023 - Chronicle Live

  12-03-2023 18:26 via news.google.com
  Three North East dogs win Best in Breed title at Crufts 2023  Chronicle LiveCrufts shines spotlight on 'vulnerable' dog breeds  The IndependentCrufts 2023 Day 4 results announced for Best in Show, Utility and Toy winners  Birmingham LiveCrufts: Northern Ireland dog Khan wins Best in Breed  Belfast TelegraphFormer soul group frontman wins Crufts gold with huge Irish Wolfhound  Liverpool EchoView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Oil giant Saudi Aramco records historic $161bn profit in 2022 - Al Jazeera English

  12-03-2023 18:01 via news.google.com
  Oil giant Saudi Aramco records historic $161bn profit in 2022  Al Jazeera EnglishSaudi oil giant Aramco reports record profit of €151 billion for 2022  euronewsSaudi Aramco’s $161bn profit is largest recorded by an oil and gas firm  The GuardianSaudi Aramco: Record $161bn profit by oil giant during global cost of living crisis branded 'shocking'  Sky NewsSaudi Aramco posts record $161bn profit on back of strong crude prices  Financial
  
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• I can't say anything at the moment, I'm sorry - Gary Lineker

  12-03-2023 15:54 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Gary Lineker speaks to press outside his house as it seems there is still no resolution to the tweet row.
  
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• Primary teacher has both legs amputated after going to bed with 'flu-symptoms' - Glasgow Live

  12-03-2023 15:03 via news.google.com
  Primary teacher has both legs amputated after going to bed with 'flu-symptoms'  Glasgow LiveMum-of-two who went to bed with flu-like symptoms loses legs and most of her fingers  ExpressMum lost legs and fingers after going to bed on New Year's Eve with flu-like symptoms  Liverpool EchoWoman loses both her legs and has hands turn black after having 'flu-like symptoms'  Daily StarMy sister was sent to bed with flu symptoms but then lost her legs & finger
  
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• Spring Budget: Prepayment energy meter bills to be cut by £45 - BBC

  12-03-2023 13:51 via news.google.com
  
  Spring Budget: Prepayment energy meter bills to be cut by £45  BBCHouseholds with prepay meters will not be charged more for energy  The TimesHouseholds on prepayment meters will not pay more than those on direct debits, chancellor to promise  Sky NewsEnergy bills to be slashed for millions of households with a prepayment meter  Chronicle LiveView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Budget will 'break down barriers' to work in bid to fill vacancy void, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt tells Sky News - Sky News

  12-03-2023 12:57 via news.google.com
  Budget will 'break down barriers' to work in bid to fill vacancy void, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt tells Sky News  Sky NewsBudget to encourage over-50s, disabled and benefits claimants back into work  Evening StandardUK's Hunt says his budget will get more people into work  Reuters UKCustoms system to be simplified as part of Budget plans  The IndependentFrom childcare funding to health checks, the plan to tackle economic inactivity  inewsView Full co
  
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• The present and future of cycling computers — how are Garmin, Wahoo and Hammerhead pioneering GPS tech? - road.cc

  12-03-2023 11:55 via news.google.com
  
  The present and future of cycling computers — how are Garmin, Wahoo and Hammerhead pioneering GPS tech?  road.cc
  
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• Latest Google Pixel 7a leak reveals photos and specs for the mid-ranger - TechRadar

  12-03-2023 11:30 via news.google.com
  
  Latest Google Pixel 7a leak reveals photos and specs for the mid-ranger  TechRadarGoogle Pixel 7a stars in live photos, more specs confirmed - comments  GSMArena.comGoogle Pixel 7a surfaces in hands-on leak with 8GB RAM, updated camera bar design  9to5GoogleLive images of the Pixel 7a leak  PhoneArenaGoogle Pixel 7a Makes A Cameo With Tensor G2 And A 6.1-Inch OLED Screen  Hot HardwareView Full coverage on Google News
  
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• Bangladesh v England: second T20 international – live

  12-03-2023 11:05 via theguardian.com
  
  Updates from the second match in the series in MirpurGet in touch: contact Taha by email or on Twitter2nd over: England 16-0 (Malan 5, Salt 6) The Fizz takes the other end and gets Salt’s outside edge – but the ball runs away to the third-man boundary for four. After a couple of dots, Salt then clips through square leg for one. Malan pokes outside off and edges one, but the ball stays low, dropping short of the man at slip.1st over: England 10-0 (Salt 1, Malan 4) Taskin Ahmed takes t
  
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• India v Australia: fourth Test, day four – live

  12-03-2023 11:04 via theguardian.com
  
  Updates from the fourth day at Narendra Modi StadiumAny thoughts? Feel free to get in touch on email or on Twitter104th over: India 302-3 (Kohli 65, Jadeja 23) India have two TVs in the dressing-rooms, each showing Tests on opposite sides of the planet. On the first they are watching their teammates duel with Australia, on the other they are tuned to Sri Lanka v New Zealand where the visitors have set the Black Caps 285 to win the first Test. Of course Sri Lanka must win that series 2-0 to have
  
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• Russia-Ukraine war live: Ukraine ‘buying time’ in Bakhmut ahead of counteroffensive

  12-03-2023 11:03 via theguardian.com
  
  Both sides claim hundreds of enemy troops killed in past 24 hours. Follow all the latest developmentsAccording to the Institute for the Study of War , Russian forces did not make any advances in Bakhmut on March 11.The eastern city of Bakhmut has been Russia’s main target for over seven months. Continue reading...
  
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• ‘This is an endangered species’: calls to take eels off the European menu

  12-03-2023 11:00 via theguardian.com
  
  The snake-like species is under threat from smugglers, the climate crisis and Europe’s appetite for traditional dishesIt was billed as a once-in-a-lifetime experience; an exclusive meal created by five of the world’s top chefs in exchange for actor Robert De Niro’s help in promoting Madrid Fusion, a global gastronomy summit. As the cameras clicked and flashbulbs popped, the chefs rolled out a 16-course meal studded with caviar, red prawns and black truffle.The initiative was wi
  
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• One’s old china: set of plates fit for the Queen comes up for auction

  12-03-2023 11:00 via theguardian.com
  
  The unique service, commissioned by a French king and used only once by the British monarch in 1967, could fetch up to £442,000A unique set of porcelain dessert dishes and plates commissioned by France’s King Louis-Philippe I, and believed to have been used only once, for a visit by Queen Elizabeth II, is to be auctioned in Paris.The 98 pieces, embossed in gold and each painted with a picture of a different animal, were found in a dining room cupboard in the Chateau de Sassy in Norma
  
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• Gary Lineker: son says presenter ‘won’t ever back down’ as BBC crisis deepens – live

  12-03-2023 11:00 via theguardian.com
  
  Corporation’s sports coverage severely disrupted as presenters and pundits pull out in solidarity with LinekerMatch of the Day viewing figures were unaffected by the absence of Gary Lineker on Saturday night.The shortened 20-minute version of the show had no commentary, presenters, or pundits after staff walked out in solidarity with its host Gary Lineker. Even the show’s theme music was dropped, as the BBC dealt with the fallout after suspending its highest-paid star. Continue readi
  
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• Elon Musk is the Basil Fawlty of social media | David Mitchell

  12-03-2023 11:00 via theguardian.com
  
  The Twitter owner’s latest public debacle over a sacked worker can only do more damage to the company’s future prosperityAs someone who wishes Twitter didn’t exist, I am obviously an enormous fan of Elon Musk. He seems to be running it like one of those central London pubs that get bought by property developers who then have to prove the business is unviable in order to win planning permission to turn it into flats. I apologise for the length of that simile, but it’s an i
  
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• ‘Eighty-nine perfect minutes’: 30 of the best short films and novels

  12-03-2023 11:00 via theguardian.com
  
  Is the trend for epic movies and hefty novels getting too much? Our critics redress the balance with a classic compilation of shorter works – plus 10 long ones that are worth your timeA growing trend for longer films and heftier novels has recently been attracting indignant comment. Martin Scorsese’s latest film, Killers of the Flower Moon, has been in the news not for its content but because it is three hours 20 minutes long (and he has form on this – The Irishman was three ho
  
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• Looks like Lineker broke rules on a technicality - ex-BBC boss

  12-03-2023 10:51 via bbc.co.uk
  
  But Mark Thompson, who ran the BBC from 2004 - 2012, says impartiality rules do have "grey area".
  
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• 🔴 Live: Ukraine readies counteroffensive as Russia advances in Bakhmut - FRANCE 24 English

  12-03-2023 10:44 via news.google.com
  🔴 Live: Ukraine readies counteroffensive as Russia advances in Bakhmut  FRANCE 24 EnglishView Full coverage on Google News
  
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