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Pilgrims kick off hajj as Mideast peace deal hangs in the balance
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Locals at epicentre of DR Congo Ebola outbreak storm hospital
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Taj Mahal, Village People and elephants: Rubio's India excursion
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Cambodia's Hun Sen pardons detained opposition leader
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Iran and Trump talk down hopes of imminent peace deal
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Yamal headlines Spain World Cup squad, Merino recalled
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South Africa's Kolbe returns to Stormers from Japan
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Swiatek races into French Open second round
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Yamal leads Spain World Cup squad, Merino recalled
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Oil plunges below $100 on hopes of US-Iran Hormuz deal
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Pope urges 'disarming' of AI in major manifesto
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Giro leader Vingegaard eyes remaining career goals
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Pope urges 'disarming' of artificial intelligence in major manifesto
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Iran warns deal with US not yet close, despite some progress
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UK set to break record for hottest May day
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Iranians find 'peace and safety' in Mecca during hajj
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Swiss divided as population cap vote nears
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India orders migrant detention centres sparking explusion fears
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Oil falls, stocks climb on hopes of US-Iran Hormuz deal
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Swimmer Gkolomeev 'beats' record at drug-fueled Enhanced Games
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Kohli, 37, and Sooryavanshi, 15, set to take IPL playoff spotlight
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Indian sailors risk work at sea, as Iran war grinds on
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As Iran diplomacy picks up, Rubio tours Taj Mahal
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Mokoena goal worth millions of dollars for African champions Sundowns
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African players in Europe: Liverpool legend Salah bids farewell
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Pilgrims kick off hajj as war's trajectory hangs in the balance
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Huawei touts new chipmaking technology to sidestep US restrictions
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Muslim candidates divide right in Italian city vote
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Swimmer Gkolomeev 'breaks' record at drug-fueled Enhanced Games
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US says Iran deal still possible, as Trump tempers expectations
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Philippine construction collapse toll hits four, over dozen missing
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Travis Head and wife Jessica suffer online abuse after Kohli spat
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Oil falls, Asian stocks climb on hopes of US-Iran Hormuz deal
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Wemby stars as Spurs rip Thunder to level NBA playoff series
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Toshifumi Suzuki, 'father' of Japan convenience stores, dies at 93
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Activists campaign for Mexico's missing people near World Cup stadium
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Thai beer heir sexual abuse allegations ignite rare public reckoning
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Philippine construction collapse toll hits three, 17 missing
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'Tired' Messi exits MLS game in injury scare ahead of World Cup
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NRL boss Abdo quits to join Tennis Australia: reports
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Drug-fueled Enhanced Games falling short of world marks
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Pope to release major artificial intelligence manifesto
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AI chip demand drives 6% growth for Singapore in first quarter
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Lionel Messi exits MLS game in injury scare ahead of World Cup
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Arteta urges Arsenal to make history in Champions League final
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Jonathan David, Canada's 'Iceman' aiming to light up World Cup
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With ice cream and giant fans, hajj pilgrims battle searing heat
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'Spider-Noir' brings a mature superhero to the small screen
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Stifling heat, storm delays: weather extremes could impact World Cup
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Naomi Osaka played the role of smiling assassin and top seed Ashleigh Barty was ruthlessly efficient at the Australian Open on Wednesday as they moved closer to a potential fourth-round showdown.
Osaka all smiles as champion moves closer to Barty showdown
Naomi Osaka said she drew on past experience in a composed beating of Madison Brengle on Wednesday to move closer to a blockbuster Australian Open clash with top seed Ashleigh Barty.
All in the genes (and on DVD) as Korda digs deep in Melbourne
Rising American star Sebastian Korda battled to his first career five-set win to stay alive at the Australian Open on Wednesday -- then spoke of taking inspiration from his Grand Slam-winning father.
Raducanu 'must absorb lessons' to reach top of women's tennis
Emma Raducanu will reach the top level of women's tennis but first must absorb the lessons from her dizzying rise, says the director of a charity that helped fund her eye-catching journey.
Qatar World Cup ticket sales launched at reduced prices
Qatar World Cup ticket sales were launched at reduced prices on Wednesday with residents and migrant workers able to attend games for just $11 as concerns persist over Covid-19.
Nadal rolls into round three but warns best still to come
Rafael Nadal rumbled into the third round of the Australian Open on Wednesday and warned that the best was yet to come after a troubled year with injury.
'Nothing wrong' with Saudi Asian Tour investment: Casey
English golfer Paul Casey on Wednesday defended Saudi Arabia's $200 million cash injection to revive the Asian Tour, following criticism of the deal over the oil-rich kingdom's human rights record.
Barty, Badosa power through as Nadal eventually quells qualifier
Women's top seed Ashleigh Barty took a step closer to a potential fourth-round showdown with Naomi Osaka with a second flawless display at the Australian Open on Wednesday.
French player Tan taken off court in wheelchair
France's Harmony Tan had to be helped off court in a wheelchair Wednesday after breaking down in agony with calf problems during her second-round Australian Open clash with Elina Svitolina.
Flawless Barty employs serve as 'weapon' in Australian Open quest
Top seed Ashleigh Barty said Wednesday she had been working hard to make her serve "a weapon" and it paid off as she raced into the Australian Open third round with another near-flawless performance.
Broady slates 'absolutely awful' experience inside Kyrgios 'zoo'
Liam Broady panned the intimidating home support for Nick Krygios at the Australian Open as an "absolutely awful" experience and one of the toughest atmospheres in which to play tennis.
Raducanu says 2022 will be a 'learning experience'
Teenage US Open champion Emma Raducanu says 2022 will be a learning experience as she adjusts to the big time, with her first-round win at the Australian Open "a great step forward".
Kyrgios, Murray irked by 'stupid' Ronaldo boo-like chanting
Andy Murray called it "irritating" and Nick Kyrgios said it was "stupid" as confused players at the Australian Open had to deal with spectators giving them Cristiano Ronaldo's "siuu" celebration treatment.
Rooney ascent raises prospect of Everton return
Derby manager Wayne Rooney is in contention for an emotional return to Everton after the former England star's impressive handling of affairs on the pitch despite a financial crisis at the Championship club.
Minnows Comoros send Ghana crashing out of Africa Cup of Nations
Four-time champions Ghana were eliminated from the Africa Cup of Nations after crashing 3-2 to minnows Comoros in Group C on Tuesday in Garoua.
Rangnick won't freeze out Pogba amid talk of Man Utd exit
Ralf Rangnick has vowed to play Paul Pogba even if the Manchester United midfielder is only motivated by the chance to secure a move away from Old Trafford.
Tuchel's 'tired' Chelsea need a break after Brighton blow
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel blamed fatigue for an alarming slump in form that continued with a 1-1 draw at Brighton on Tuesday.
Jones backs 'extraordinary' Barbeary to make Test grade
England coach Eddie Jones believes Alfie Barbeary has the mentality as well as the talent to make his mark on international rugby after calling the Wasps back-row into his training squad for the Six Nations Championship.
Holders Dortmund dumped out of German Cup by second-tier St Pauli
Holders Borussia Dortmund were dumped out of the German Cup on Tuesday after a shock 2-1 defeat at second division side St Pauli in their last 16 tie.
Nadal lights up Melbourne, Barty and Osaka on collision course
Rafael Nadal steps up his march towards a record 21st Grand Slam title at the Australian Open on Wednesday, with Ashleigh Barty and Naomi Osaka also taking centre stage.
Ref receives death threat after Bellingham's 'match-fixing' comment
A German referee has revealed he has been the target of a death threat and abusive emails since England midfielder Jude Bellingham sharply criticised his handling of last month's Bundesliga match between Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich.
Senegal held, Guinea lose but both reach Cup of Nations last 16
Senegal were held 0-0 by minnows Malawi in Bafoussam on Tuesday despite the return of stars Edouard Mendy, Kalidou Koulibaly and Idrissa Gueye, but still won Group B at the Africa Cup of Nations.
New IOC transgender rules criticised by group of medical experts
International Olympic Committee (IOC) guidance on transgender inclusion poses a risk to the integrity of female competition, according to a study produced by 38 medical experts.
Ferguson takes caretaker charge at Everton
Everton announced on Tuesday they had appointed Duncan Ferguson as caretaker manager for the second time following the sacking of Rafael Benitez.
EFL urged to find solutions to Derby standoff by government
The English Football League (EFL) must work "pragmatically and rapidly" to resolve issues that threaten the future of Derby County, according to a UK government minister.
Rwandan woman referee creates Africa Cup of Nations history
Rwandan Salima Mukansanga became the first woman to referee an Africa Cup of Nations match when she oversaw the Group B clash between Guinea and Zimbabwe in Yaounde on Tuesday.
Wales captaincy 'will add' to Biggar's game - Pivac
Wales coach Wayne Pivac is confident the extra responsibility of captaincy will "add' to the game of Dan Biggar after he named the fly-half as skipper for his side's Six Nations title defence in place of the injured Alun Wyn Jones.
Queiroz brushes off criticism as Egypt eye last 16
Egypt coach Carlos Queiroz said Tuesday he will not be swayed by critics of his underperforming team as the seven-time Africa Cup of Nations champions target a spot in the knockout rounds.
Dupont named in France Six Nations squad despite mystery injury
World Player of the Year Antoine Dupont has been named in France's Six Nations squad by head coach Fabien Galthie despite not having played since December 11.
Raducanu on fire to win on Australian Open debut
Teenage US Open champion Emma Raducanu sent 2017 Flushing Meadows winner Sloane Stephens crashing out of the Australian Open at the first hurdle Tuesday, producing some devastating tennis in a return to form.
Murray roars into round two as Medvedev sets up Kyrgios clash
Former world number one Andy Murray turned back the clock in typically combative style and favourite Daniil Medvedev set up a blockbuster second-round showdown with Nick Kyrgios at the Australian Open on Tuesday.
Kyrgios revels in 'bromance' with former foe Djokovic
Novak Djokovic may be public enemy number one to many in Melbourne but he has found an unlikely ally in Nick Kyrgios -- and now the Australian wants them to play doubles.