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Double European champion Mo Farah announces his withdrawal from the Commonwealth Games because of ... read on

Roger Federer overcomes windy conditions to beat Andreas Beck and reach the US Open third round, ... read on

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Japan imposes new sanctions on Iran over its nuclear programme but maintains its oil import ... read on

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The European Union agrees to reform financial supervision, with new agencies to oversee banks, ... read on

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UK Independence Party members gather for their autumn conference in Torquay with the search for a ... read on

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President Barack Obama's daughter, Malia, is now 12 years old and 5ft 9in (1.75m). But what's it ... read on

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