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Bernard Hill, known for roles in The Lord of the Rings and Titanic, dies aged 79

The British actor is best known for playing a ship's captain in Titanic and a king in the Lord of the Rings films that won a combined 22 Oscars.
A blond-haired older man in impressive medieval armour rides a white horse through between soldiers with spears.

The Met Gala is tomorrow. Here are some of the iconic looks from past years

The fundraiser is arguably one of the biggest fashion events of the year, with designers showing off some of their boldest designs using the biggest pop culture figures as models. 
Composite image of Kim Kardashian, Doja Cat, Lady Gaga and Rihanna at the Met Gala

One killed his father-in-law, another ate a victim. Then they survived Putin's deadly deal for freedom

Russia's policy of encouraging convicts to bolster its invasion of Ukraine was simple — survive six months and get your freedom. Some returned to the communities they once terrorised, only to commit new crimes.
A composite image of three men, all looking at the camera.

Aussie sprinters smash national record to secure a place in the 4x100m at the Olympics

Torrie Lewis anchors Australia's 4x100m relay team to a national record in the Bahamas, securing an automatic spot at the Paris Olympics.
Torrie Lewis

'Pleased' Piastri starts sixth in Miami, Max Verstappen on pole

Oscar Piastri will start the race alongside his McLaren teammate Lando Norris who qualified fifth, while fellow Aussie Daniel Ricciardo will start from the back of the grid.
F1 driver Oscar Piastri, wearing a cap, in his racing suit, speaking to someone on the pit lane

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