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Ozzy Osbourne's final Black Sabbath gig draws thousands in Birmingham
He performed with his original bandmates for the first time in 20 years.
Brics leaders to challenge US tariffs at Rio summit
The Brics aim to address global trade concerns amid rising US tariffs.
'Arson attack is cowardly': PMs condemn Melbourne synagogue blaze
Police have arrested a man who allegedly set a synagogue's front door ablaze.
Spanish PM Sanchez faces crisis amid corruption, sex worker scandal
Santos Cerdan was detained over corruption and hiring sex workers.
A world from above: View the best images from the Aerial Photography Awards
Joanna Steidle won top prize at the inaugural International Aerial Photography Award.
Elon Musk says he has created a new US political party
The bitter feud between Elon Musk and Donald Trump has taken a new turn.
Australia news
Woman's arm reportedly ripped off in lion attack at Queensland zoo
A woman in her 50s has been rushed to hospital with significant injuries.
'Arson attack is cowardly': PMs condemn Melbourne synagogue blaze
Police have arrested a man who allegedly set a synagogue's front door ablaze.
NZ actress accuses Australian policeman of using CCTV to spy on her
Lewis ran for mayor in Hamilton and Auckland. Earlier, she streaked at All Blacks game.
French fare leaves sour taste after bakers vanish, leaving unpaid bills
'There was always a story about where money was coming from.'
Star’s final posts to daughter before death
His daughter Madison, 25, shared a close bond with the Australian actor on Instagram.
'Absolutely insane': Lorde's new album hits number 1 on both sides of globe
Lorde said she was in disbelief at the love fans had shown for Virgin.
UK news
Ozzy Osbourne's final Black Sabbath gig draws thousands in Birmingham
He performed with his original bandmates for the first time in 20 years.
'It tore me to shreds': Rod Stewart on age-gap love and split with Rachel Hunter
Stewart, 80, has made rare comments about his ex-wife. They share two children.
Latest from America
Brics leaders to challenge US tariffs at Rio summit
The Brics aim to address global trade concerns amid rising US tariffs.
Lights! Camera! But not enough action in a fading, worried Hollywood
The world’s entertainment capital is facing an existential crisis.
Junior Tall Blacks fall to US at U19 World Cup
New Zealand will now face Slovenia in Monday's bronze-medal match.
A world from above: View the best images from the Aerial Photography Awards
Joanna Steidle won top prize at the inaugural International Aerial Photography Award.
Elon Musk says he has created a new US political party
The bitter feud between Elon Musk and Donald Trump has taken a new turn.
Trump’s finances were shaky. Then he began to capitalise on his comeback
NY Times: Records suggest his riches were not the product of a steady and strong empire.
Asia news
North Korean detained after crossing land border
North Koreans are typically screened by Seoul’s intelligence agency on arrival.
Why there's little love for lovebugs in South Korea
The non-native insects have no natural predators and have grown in numbers over the years.
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Two killed in ambush on firefighters in US state of Idaho
Two people were killed when firefighters tackling a blaze were ambushed by gunmen in an ongoing standoff in the northwestern US state of Idaho, the local sheriff said. Video / AFP
NATO leaders pledge 5% defence spend
Ryan chats to Head of AFP News Netherlands Bureau, Richard Carter about the NATO Summit live from The Hague.
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