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FIFA lashes 'unfounded allegations' after Argentina-Egypt clash
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Nerves high in Kyiv as Russia escalates missile attacks
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'Only revenge': Iran mourners defiant at Khamenei burial
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Stars pay tribute to 'Total Eclipse' singer Bonnie Tyler, who has died at 75
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Pogacar reclaims Tour de France yellow jersey with stage six win
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'I'm ready to roll' - hungry Duplantis still motivated
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US existing home sales dip in June as cost worries persist
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Muchova beats Gauff in thriller to reach first Wimbledon final
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Russia subjecting 1.6 million Ukrainian children to military brainwashing: OSCE report
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One revolver, six bullets: Turkish president's 'unusual' gift to NATO leaders
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Strengthening El Nino likely to 'rank among largest' on record: US agency
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Kicking off: New York football enthusiasts defy pitch shortage
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Jorge Jesus to take over as Portugal coach after World Cup exit
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Fendi shows haute couture in Rome with nod to Lagerfeld
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Ebola outbreak is 'fastest growing ever' as 600 die
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Olympic sprint champs Alfred, Thomas bid for work-life balance
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Stocks shrug off tensions to rise on renewed tech interest
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How NATO leaders reacted to Erdogan's revolver gift
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Hong Kong welcomes dogs into restaurants, to pet owners' delight
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Union warns of 'conflict' as Volkswagen eyes mass job cuts
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England recall Slade for Fiji as pressure mounts on Borthwick
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Chemical weapons watchdog reinstates Syria
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Lock Petti to become latest Argentina centurion in Nations Championship Test
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Cocoa lynchpin sees chocolate lovers make hesitant return
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EU parliament greenlights digital euro
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French yachtswoman set to break new barriers in Route du Rhum
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Two thirds of EU faced harmful ozone levels during heatwave: report
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Markets steady tracking US-Iran flare-up
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Russia to take on World Athletics at CAS over ban
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Italy expels two Russian diplomats accused of spying: minister
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600 dead in DR Congo Ebola outbreak
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German exports rise despite Iran war headwinds
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'Total Eclipse' singer Bonnie Tyler, queen of the 80s power ballad, dies at 75
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Thousands attend funeral for Afghan cricketer Shapoor Zadran
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Myanmar names Norwegian Andersen as head of national team
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Crude pares steep gains as traders take stock after US-Iran flare-up
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Russell back as Scotland tackle world champions South Africa
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Cleanup underway as death toll from China floods hits 39
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Tour de France yellow jersey protocol: 90 minutes of 'stress'
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Italy recall Allan, Lynagh for All Blacks Nations Championship Test
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Crude stabilises after US-Iran flare-up rocked peace hopes
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Rookie fly-half Meredith thrown in for Wallabies debut against France
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Playmaker Jalibert moves to fullback as France swing axe for Australia clash
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Taiwan warns of 'destructive' winds as typhoon nears
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Australian sprint star Gout out of U20 worlds with hamstring tear
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Farrell rings changes for Ireland's Japan clash
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Unions to protest as Volkswagen thrashes out job cut plans
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Magyar's blitz against Orban's Hungary 'mafia' gathers pace
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Teeth bared in Greece's bear-human showdown
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Labour leadership contest takes Burnham closer to UK PM's office
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World Ski Championships downhill: Five things to know
Sofia Goggia spearheads the Italian women's team in their bid for three golds from three races when she takes on the world championship downhill in Meribel on Saturday.
Injured Messi a worry for PSG Champions League clash with Bayern
Lionel Messi will miss Paris Saint-Germain's Ligue 1 trip to Monaco on Saturday with a hamstring injury, raising concerns that he may not be fit in time for his team's Champions League showdown with Bayern Munich next week.
Murphy shines on debut, but Rohit's ton puts India on top
Skipper Rohit Sharma hit a brave 120 on a turning Nagpur pitch as India extended their lead to 144 despite Australian debutant Todd Murphy's five wickets in the opening Test.
Ton-up Rohit steers India into lead in first Australia Test
Skipper Rohit Sharma hit an unbeaten 118 to defy Australia's spinners on a turning Nagpur pitch as India took a first-innings lead in the opening Test on Friday.
Lakers celebrate James but fall to Bucks
The Los Angeles Lakers celebrated LeBron James's ascent to the top of the NBA's all-time scoring list but their on-court struggles continued with a loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday.
Rohit firm on Nagpur turner but Murphy picks three for Australia
Skipper Rohit Sharma was unbeaten on an assured 85 as India turned the screw on Australia despite debutant spinner Todd Murphy claiming his third wicket of the opening Test on Friday.
Bunting takes over women's rugby world champions New Zealand
New Zealand on Friday put Allan Bunting in charge of the Black Ferns, the women's Rugby World Cup champions.
Dinwiddie leads Nets in Brooklyn return, Suns fall as Durant waits in wings
The Brooklyn Nets launched a new era -- without the All-Star talents of Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant -- with a 116-105 NBA victory over the Chicago Bulls on Thursday thanks in large part to new arrival Spencer Dinwiddie.
Savea says All Blacks will 'grow' from humbling defeats
A string of home defeats shattered the All Blacks' aura of invincibility but talisman Ardie Savea tells AFP that the three-time champions will find a "fix" before this year's Rugby World Cup.
Chiefs' quarterback Mahomes earns second MVP award
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes was named the NFL's Most Valuable Player (MVP), for the second time, on Thursday ahead of his Super Bowl appearance against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Madrid target own Club World Cup record against Al-Hilal
Real Madrid have proven they can find the net even if they must take the field without talisman Karim Benzema in Saturday's Club World Cup final against Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal in Morocco.
Hurts answers doubters with quiet determination
If the Philadelphia Eagles are to win Sunday's Super Bowl against the Kansas City Chiefs it will require quarterback Jalen Hurts to complete a journey from humiliation to the pinnacle of the sport.
Canadians Taylor, Hadwin lead Phoenix Open
Canadians Nick Taylor and Adam Hadwin carded five-under par 66s on Thursday to share the lead as darkness halted the first round of the US PGA Tour Phoenix Open.
Ireland and France gear up for Six Nations blockbuster
Ireland host France at Lansdowne Road on Saturday in one of the most eagerly awaited Six Nations clashes of recent years pitching the top two world ranked teams against each other.
Sexton and France an on-off love affair
The grin on his face after his last-gasp winning drop goal in 2018 and also the shake of the head when he was replaced in 2020 encapsulates the complex relationship Ireland fly-half Johnny Sexton enjoys with France.
Arsenal aim to settle nerves as Liverpool attempt reset
Premier League leaders Arsenal and defending champions Manchester City will be desperate to return to winning ways this weekend as Jurgen Klopp searches for answers to Liverpool's dire form.
Scotland confront Six Nations second-round hoodoo against Wales
Scotland head into their match against Wales at Murrayfield on Saturday determined to avoid a repeat of the second-round stumbles that have so often proved costly to their Six Nations hopes.
Ohtani, Trout among MLB stars playing in World Classic
Japan's Shohei Ohtani, US captain Mike Trout and three Cuban-born Major League Baseball standouts are among the players named Thursday to roster spots for next month's World Baseball Classic.
Celtics confirm Brown facial fracture
The Boston Celtics confirmed Jaylen Brown suffered a facial fracture in a collision with teammate Jayson Tatum but gave no word Thursday on how much time he will miss.
Ronaldo scores four to pass 500 league goals
Cristiano Ronaldo scored all of Al Nassr's goals in a 4-0 rout of Al Wehda in the Saudi league on Thursday as he passed the 500 league goal mark in his club career.
Murray starts for Ireland despite father in coma after road accident
Veteran scrum-half Conor Murray will start for Ireland in a Six Nations clash with titleholders France on Saturday despite his father being in an induced coma in hospital following a road accident.
Sprinters Lyles, Coleman headline Millrose dash
American sprinter Noah Lyles hopes a win in this weekend's 60-meter dash at New York's Millrose Games will show he is on track for a shot at 100m gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Iconic Kobe Bryant jersey sells for $5.8 mn at auction
A jersey worn by US basketball legend Kobe Bryant -- who died three years ago in a tragic helicopter accident -- sold at auction for $5.8 million on Thursday.
Wales prop great Tony Faulkner dead at 81
Wales front-row great Tony 'Charlie' Faulkner has died aged 81, it was announced Thursday.
World champion Rovanpera takes control of Rally Sweden
Reigning champion Kalle Rovanpera of Toyota seized control of the second event of the 2023 World Rally Championship with the fastest sprint on a snow-dusted track in Sweden on Thursday.
Chiefs' Nigerian Wanogho expects more to follow his path
The NFL may be looking to Europe for new fans but when it comes to new talent on the field it is Africa and Nigeria in particular that is delivering.
Blockbuster Durant to Suns deal tops busy NBA trade deadline
Kevin Durant's blockbuster move from Brooklyn to Phoenix turned the Suns into a major title contender and sparked a flurry of NBA trade deadline deals Thursday by roster-boosting rivals.
Ukraine-led 2024 boycott call is against Olympic principles: IOC chief Bach
IOC president Thomas Bach has told Ukraine that its calls for a boycott of the 2024 Paris Games over the possible participation of Russian competitors goes against Olympic "principles".
European Super League 'progressing', says Barcelona's Laporta
Barcelona president Joan Laporta on Thursday said plans to create a European Super League were "progressing" and expected a favourable court ruling for the breakaway competition fiercely opposed by UEFA and FIFA.
Crying game inspires South Africa skipper Luus at T20 World Cup
South Africa captain Sune Luus believes 25,000 fans packed inside Newlands on Friday will inspire an opening win at the Women's T20 World Cup even if her parents fail to make it.
Joshua says he has put his 'heart back' into boxing
Former heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua says he is still feeling fresh as he targets his first win since 2020 after putting "his heart" back into boxing.
Murray to start for Ireland against France in spicy Six Nations clash
Veteran scrum-half Conor Murray will start for Ireland in a Six Nations clash with titleholders France on Saturday that Irish head coach Andy Farrell said has "a bit of spice about it".