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David Raya's "sensational" second-half save keeps Arsenal top of the Premier League - with the Gunners in "survival" mode.
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Jota's children lead tributes before Liverpool v Wolves
Liverpool and Wolves pay tribute to Diogo Jota as his two former sides meet for the first time since his death.
Diogo Jota's children lead tributes before Liverpool v Wolves
Liverpool and Wolves pay tribute to Diogo Jota as his two former sides meet for the first time since his death.
Diogo Jota's children lead tributes before Liverpool v Wolves
Liverpool and Wolves pay tribute to Diogo Jota as his two former sides meet for the first time since his death.
Three still missing after Boxing Day house fire
Police said officers are expected to remain in the area for several days.
New York blanketed in snow, sparking travel chaos
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Police say the suspects raised around €7m (£6m) for the militant group over more than two years.
Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire begins after weeks of deadly clashes
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'Are you not entertained?' Why two-dayer was no less of a Test
BBC Sport chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt reflects on the chaos of the Boxing Day Test, which England won inside two days.
'Are you not entertained?' Why two-dayer was no less of a Test
BBC Sport chief cricket reporter Stephan Shemilt reflects on the chaos of the Boxing Day Test, which England won inside two days.
KFC franchisee given £70k fine over 'slave' comment
Madhesh Ravichandran, from Tamil Nadu, was discriminated against because of his race, a tribunal hears.
'Gutting' - Forest striker Wood has surgery
Nottingham Forest striker Chris Wood is set for extended spell on sidelines after undergoing surgery.
Four hikers found dead after avalanche in central Greece
A search operation was launched after three men and a woman went missing on Christmas Day.