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Now playing Next world news Prince Harry's evolving, and at times testy, relationship with the press Harry's relationship with the media followed a series of ups and downs as he navigated his teen years and dated before settling down with Meghan Markle. 15/05/2018
Now playing Next Germany Premier League stars criticised for helping Erdogan's 'propaganda' There have been calls for Arsenal's Mesut Ozil and Manchester City's İlkay Gündoğan to be excluded from Germany's World Cup squad after posing for photos with Turkey's controversial President. 15/05/2018
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Now playing Next USA Princely items go on sale in New York Memorabilia from the estate of the late star, Prince, go on auction this weekend and are on display until Friday at the Hard Rock cafe in Times Square. 15/05/2018
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Now playing Next USA Increased volcanic activity on Hawaii raises escape fears New fissures and lava flows head towards key exit roads for thousands of people as the authorities step up evacuation plans. 15/05/2018
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