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Taiwan reports large incursion by Chinese war jets

China's moves coincide with the start of the Biden administration, which has shown support for Taiwan.
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Israel vaccinates 16 to 18-year-olds ahead of exams

Israel has vaccinated more than a quarter of its population and now high school students are eligible.
Middle East
JoJo Siwa 'never been this happy' after coming out

The teenage YouTube star is supported by fans and celebrities as she talks about her sexuality.
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Brady guides Buccaneers to NFC title

Tom Brady inspires the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to beat the Green Bay Packers and reach their first Super Bowl in 18 seasons.
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Man Utd beat Liverpool in cup thriller

Bruno Fernandes comes off the bench to fire Manchester United past fierce rivals Liverpool in a pulsating FA Cup fourth-round tie.
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'Root one of the best against spin'

Former England captain Michael Vaughan says Joe Root is one of the best players of spin he has seen after his 186 in the second Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.
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How to protect our food from the next crisis

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