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Wilson claims first world championship after tense final session

Englishman Kyren Wilson becomes snooker world champion, defeating Welshman Jak Jones in the final.
Snooker player Kyren Wilson pumps his first at the table, celebrating a victory

Why is Australia in Eurovision?

It may seem a bit weird Australia is competing in a contest that starts with "Euro" given we're so far away from the continent. But we've been taking the Eurovision stage for years now.
Two people sitting side-by-side; one with dark skin, a red turban and raised hands; the other with pale skin and a shaved head.

Manchester United's hopes of European football fading after 4-0 thumping by Crystal Palace

Michael Olise scored a brace of goals as Crystal Palace completed a league double over Manchester United for the first time in its history.
Footballer Mason Mount holds his hand to his forehead, looking dejected, as his team concedes a goal

live:It's Met Gala day! See which stars scored an invite and what they're wearing on fashion's biggest night

Wake up, sleeping beauties — it's Met Gala time. Stars of film, fashion, music, sports, politics and social media are gracing New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art for the biggest night in the fashion calendar. Follow live.
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A mid shot of Zendaya in heavy makeup and a green and blue gown.

Ukraine's two-time European champion Pielieshenko dies in war with Russia

Ukrainian Olympian and two-time European champion Oleksandr Pielieshenko has died on the front line of Russia's war in Ukraine at age 30.
Weightlifter Oleksandr Pielieshenko with a bar over his head, at the Olympic Games

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