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What exactly would Meat Loaf not do for love?

How I'd Do Anything for Love (But I Won't Do That) became one of rock's biggest urban myths.
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Gen Z marchers praying for an end to US abortion

The young activists are optimistic their movement's long-cherished goal may be within reach.
US & Canada
Arnold Schwarzenegger involved in car accident

The actor's spokesman confirmed that he was driving the SUV involved in the crash.
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Guardiola vows not to 'betray' Man City

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says he will not "betray" the club when the time comes for the coach to make a decision on his future.
Football
Ranieri wants Watford players to 'fight'

Claudio Ranieri says he needs to choose players that want to "fight hard for Watford" after a damaging defeat against Norwich saw them drop into the Premier League relegation zone.
Football
Medvedev & Tsitsipas reach fourth round

Russian world number two Daniil Medvedev reaches the Australian Open fourth round with a straight-set win over Botic van de Zandschulp.
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Why many parents have a favourite child

"I could write a book on why I love one more than the other"
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India's hidden dinosaur wealth

India is rich in fossils, but many are just sitting in the ground
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Napoleon's gravity-defying 325km road

It once changed the course of European history forever
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The private life of a masterpiece

How this painting became a symbol of gay pride
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The ingenious tricks behind vegan eggs

Today most vegan eggs have a single purpose – but that might be about to change
Future
Italy's surprising capital of coffee

It's geographically separated from the rest of the country and built on caffeine
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Why hybrid is emotionally exhausting

If hybrid is the future of work, why are workers finding it so draining?
Worklife
News quiz: Could you be the ruler of a remote island?

How closely have you been paying attention to the headlines?
World
The Eastern European giant at war with itself

Steaua Bucharest's story of decline is unlike any other
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Five ways to improve your gut health

Bacteria living in your gut can improve immune function and improve mental wellbeing
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Ros Atkins examines China's Covid elimination strategy, while others are learning to live with the virus.

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