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Andrew shuts down Pitch@Palace business
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Trump asks Supreme Court to overturn E Jean Carroll verdict
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NHS manager who groomed young girls on Snapchat jailed for 28 years for rape and abuse
Paul Lipscombe used fake names and lied about his age to win over his victims.
Israel passes first reading of bill proposing death penalty for people it deems terrorists
The requirement means the penalty would likely be used only against Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks on Israelis.
Ronaldo confirms 2026 World Cup will be his last
Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo says the 2026 World Cup will be his last.
Ronaldo confirms 2026 World Cup will be his last
Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo says the 2026 World Cup will be his last.
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