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Russia pummels Kyiv, killing at least 16 and denting peace hopes
Cuba calls on US to lift blockade following aid offer
Cuba calls on US to lift blockade following aid offer

The United States should lift its blockade on Cuba rather than offer aid to the struggling island, President Miguel Diaz-Canel said Thursday, as the country endures worsening power cuts.

May 14, 2026

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Eurovision second semi starts with a 'Bangaranga'
Eurovision second semi starts with a 'Bangaranga'

Contestants sang their hearts out on Thursday in the Eurovision Song Contest's second semi-final, with touching ballads and heavy metal in contention for the last 10 places in the grand final.

May 14, 2026

Mbappe, Dembele head up France squad for 2026 World Cup
Mbappe, Dembele head up France squad for 2026 World Cup

Kylian Mbappe will spearhead France at the World Cup after coach Didier Deschamps on Thursday announced his 26-man squad for this summer's tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

May 14, 2026

Brazil renew Ancelotti contract until 2030
Brazil renew Ancelotti contract until 2030

Carlo Ancelotti will remain the coach of Brazil until 2030, the country's football federation (CBF) said on Thursday in a vote of confidence as the storied football nation aims to turn around its World Cup woes.

May 14, 2026

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Labour politicians jockey for possible challenge to UK's Starmer
Labour politicians jockey for possible challenge to UK's Starmer

Britain's health minister Wes Streeting resigned Thursday while Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham unveiled a bid to return to parliament, as political manoeuvring increased to oust Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

May 14, 2026

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Scientists warn 'gruelling heat' could impact quarter of World Cup games
Scientists warn 'gruelling heat' could impact quarter of World Cup games

Climate experts challenged FIFA on Thursday after a warning that one in four 2026 World Cup games could take place in very hot conditions as global warming has increased the risk of extreme heat in North America since the US hosted the 1994 tournament.

May 14, 2026