Why Putin is testing Japan’s limits with visit to contested Pacific islands

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Islam Makhachev shatters major UFC record with win over Ian Machado Garry in tense title clash
Makhachev dropped Garry en route to a decision victory, as his win streak reached a record-breaking 17 fights
‘Dreams do come true’: Amy Hunt makes history with fourth gold at European Athletics Championships
Hunt anchored Britain to victory in a European record time of 39.97sec in the mixed 4x100m relay
Priceless art stolen in museum heist months after Italy raised painter’s profile
Priceless art stolen in museum heist months after Italy raised painter’s profile
Manchester City accept Barcelona bid for Rodri transfer
The Spanish giants had two previous offers turned down before matching City’s valuation for their influential midfielder
Reform pledges ‘senseless and cruel’ ban on all foreign nationals claiming benefits
Nigel Farage’s party says there would be only a small number of exceptions, including the War Widows Pension and Armed F