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Mbappe sends Real Madrid top as Getafe self-destruct
Polls close as Bolivians look to the right for economic salvation
Polls close as Bolivians look to the right for economic salvation

Polls closed in a Bolivian presidential election Sunday with voters choosing between two pro-business candidates, ending two decades of socialist rule that have left the beleaguered South American nation deep in economic crisis.

October 19, 2025

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Israel says halting Gaza strikes after accusing Hamas of violating truce
Israel says halting Gaza strikes after accusing Hamas of violating truce

Israel resumed enforcement of a Gaza ceasefire after carrying out dozens of deadly strikes on Hamas positions Sunday, after accusing the group of targeting its troops, in the most serious violence since the nine-day-old truce began.

October 19, 2025

Amorim wants more after 'biggest' Man Utd win at Liverpool
Amorim wants more after 'biggest' Man Utd win at Liverpool

Ruben Amorim said a first victory at Anfield since 2016 was just reward for Manchester United's long suffering fans after Harry Maguire's late winner inflicted a fourth consecutive defeat on Liverpool.

October 19, 2025

Paris Louvre heist lays bare museum security complaints
Paris Louvre heist lays bare museum security complaints

A raid on France's top museum that saw thieves flee with royal jewels has raised awkward questions about how well the country's priceless cultural heritage is being protected.

October 19, 2025

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'Black Phone 2' wins N. America box office
'Black Phone 2' wins N. America box office

"Black Phone 2," a horror sequel starring Ethan Hawke, captured the top spot at the North American box office with $26.5 million as spooky season shifts into high gear in the run-up to Halloween, industry estimates showed Sunday.

October 19, 2025

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Durant agrees to NBA Rockets two-year $90 mln extension: reports
Durant agrees to NBA Rockets two-year $90 mln extension: reports

NBA superstar Kevin Durant has agreed to a two-year contract extension worth $90 million with the Houston Rockets, according to multiple reports on Sunday.

October 19, 2025