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The deputy prime minister has requested a response over the blacked-out plans by 20 August.
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Trump orders India tariff hike to 50% for buying Russian oil
India, which now faces among the highest tariff rates imposed by the US, called the levy "unjustified and unreasonable".
New strict rules for Botox, filler and BBL providers
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Bank of England expected to cut interest rates
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People returned to live in Pompeii's ruins, archaeologists say
New evidence suggests an informal settlement was established after the eruption that buried much of the city.
People returned to live in Pompeii's ruins, archaeologists say
New evidence suggests an informal settlement was established after the eruption that buried much of the city.
Trump says 'good prospect' of summit with Putin and Zelensky after envoy's Russia visit
Expectations for a ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv are muted, despite the US president's threat of sweeping sanctions.
US Open to offer 'largest purse in tennis history'
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LAFC 'changed my heart' - Son leaves Spurs for MLS
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Gordon Brown calls for gambling tax to cut child poverty
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Woakes 'never considered' not batting for England
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Five troops injured after soldier opens fire at Georgia military base
The US Army sergeant allegedly opened fire on his fellow troops before being tackled by soldiers, officials say.
On Ukraine's front line, twisted wreckage shows sanctions haven't yet stopped Russia
In Kharkiv, investigators gather evidence of Russian attacks - and how it has dodged sanctions.
On Ukraine's front line, twisted wreckage shows sanctions haven't yet stopped Russia
In Kharkiv, investigators gather evidence of Russian attacks - and how it has dodged sanctions.