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Ukraine's counter-offensive against Russia under way

It's been talked of for months, now it looks like Ukraine is finally launching its plan to recapture land.
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'Backpack hero' praised for facing France knifeman

Catholic pilgrim Henri said he simply followed his instincts when confronting the Annecy attacker.
Europe
How the Barbour became the ultimate British symbol

Since the 1980s the Barbour has come to symbolise Britishness.
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Djokovic beats ailing Alcaraz to reach Paris final

Novak Djokovic is one win away from a record 23rd men's major title after beating a cramping Carlos Alcaraz to set up a French Open final against Casper Ruud.
Tennis
India have hope after third-day final fightback

India give themselves a glimmer of hope with a stirring fightback against Australia on day three of the World Test Championship final.
Cricket
Murray fights back to reach Surbiton semi-finals

Britain's Andy Murray comes back from a set down to beat Jason Kubler and reach the semi-finals at the Surbiton Trophy.
Tennis

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Will unhealthy US air change attitudes?

With wildfires and poor air quality close to home, will climate change beliefs shift?
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Why AI won't be a burnout cure

"You can use AI to ease burnout, or you can use it to make it much, much worse"
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The drone that can put out wildfires

Portugal is testing a new technology which douses wildfires from above
Future Planet
Why this tart is a culinary mystery

Its origins are mysterious, from an absurd Vatican edict to WW2 history
World's Table
The nation that is the 'land of song'

How opera star Bryn Terfel emerged from an extraordinary cultural heritage
Culture
Why fish are finding it hard to breathe

Global warming is stripping the seas of oxygen, threatening marine wildlife
Future
The world's most underrated dive spots?

Where to see the most incredible marine life on the planet
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Greta Thunberg graduates from 'school strike'

The global climate activist says she will keep protesting despite graduating from school
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