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Staal shines as Carolina beat Vegas 5-3 to level Stanley Cup Final
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Messi scores on injury return as Argentina beat Iceland in World Cup warm-up
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Art, maths and killing: Ukraine drone chief's formula to stop Russia
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Tech leads Asia losses, oil rises as rollercoaster week rumbles on
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Messi set to return as Somali referee says World Cup dream over
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Former Wallabies skipper Wright signs for Welsh club Ospreys
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Pope to bless Barcelona's Sagrada Familia, world's tallest church
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Emotional World Cup return to Mexico for South Africa coach Broos
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Bill Gates faces questioning in US Congress over Epstein ties
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'The Donald of Dubai': property tycoon seeks to become data king
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PGA Tour to co-sanction Australian Open in global push
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Elon Musk, after DOGE and politics, bets on SpaceX IPO
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Saudis in World Cup spotlight after $2bn spending spree
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Mexico doubles down on security before 2026 World Cup
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US must not be 'too honest' at World Cup, says Roldan
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Italian astronaut to pilot Artemis III mission
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North Korea says Xi's visit produced 'far-reaching blueprint' for ties
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Benfica say farewell to Mourinho as Real Madrid return nears
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Protesters torch buildings and vehicles, block roads over Belfast stabbing
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US strikes Iran after Apache helicopter downing
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Threats to US lawmakers spiked after Meta eased moderation: watchdog
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Nick Reiner seeks trust fund money for parent murder defense
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Spain, France qualify for 2027 Women's World Cup as England wait
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Protesters torch building and vehicles, block roads over Belfast stabbing
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A woman in charge of the UN? Candidates feel it's about time
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US tech shares resume sell-off while oil prices retreat
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Protesters block road to Mexican World Cup stadium
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White House World Cup chief defends visa ban for Somali referee, Iranians
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Serena back in the groove on triumphant return to tennis
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'It doesn't matter': US star Reyna looks past World Cup scandal
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Somali referee says World Cup 'dream' ruined
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Knicks ready to 'throw the first punch' in NBA Finals
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'Beaten to death': the grim toll of Ecuador's security crackdown
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Anthropic opens most powerful AI model to public with safeguards
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Serena Williams makes winning return in Queen's Club doubles
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Trump vows response after Iran shoots down US helicopter
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Real Madrid's 150 mn euros bid for Atletico's Alvarez rejected
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Spurs handling physicality of Knicks and New York hostility
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Peru election chief tells AFP count could take two weeks
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Stokes considering England captaincy future after nightclub incident
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Atalanta sack coach Palladino with Sarri set to arrive
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Italian Luca Parmitano to be first European to join an Artemis mission: NASA
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One killed as Kenyan protests at US Ebola centre turn violent
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Somali government deeply regrets axing of referee from World Cup
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Scotland First Minister vows to help fans refused entry for World Cup in US
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Stocks slump as US tech rebound falters, oil dips below $90
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Somalia backs referee after he is denied entry to US
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Lord's pitch rated 'unsatisfactory' by ICC
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Pope Leo XIV met Bad Bunny in Madrid on Monday: Vatican
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New Zealand World Cup player becomes social media star with influencer help
New Zealand's World Cup-bound Tim Payne said Friday it was "pretty crazy" to have become the country's most followed football account after an influencer identified him as the "least known" player in the competition and called for fans to boost his posts.
Messi to captain Argentina at the World Cup
Lionel Messi will captain Argentina at the World Cup, national coach Lionel Scaloni announced Thursday as he unveiled his 26-man squad.
Up to Serena to announce comeback, says reported doubles partner Mboko
Serena Williams' reported future doubles partner Victoria Mboko says it is up to the tennis great to announce a potential comeback to the sport next month.
NBA teams approve anti-tanking reforms
NBA teams on Thursday approved reforms intended to discourage teams from deliberately losing games in order to receive better players in the following season's draft.
Nice back Tunisia defender Ali Abdi amid threats for missing play-off
Tunisian international Ali Abdi on Thursday received the backing of his French club Nice amid a "barrage of threats" for joining his national team before the Ligue 1's side crucial play-off.
Osaka says possible Serena Williams return would be 'entertaining'
Naomi Osaka said she would be "entertained" by a return to tennis from Serena Williams, after reports claimed the American great could play doubles at the Queen's tournament in London next month.
Ailing Sinner crashes out of French Open, Sabalenka through
Jannik Sinner succumbed to illness and a remarkable Juan Manuel Cerundolo comeback to crash out of the French Open on Thursday, blowing the men's tournament wide open, as Aryna Sabalenka safely avoided a similar fate to progress.
Defending champion Gauff reaches French Open third round
Coco Gauff continued her French Open title defence with a straight-sets victory over Egyptian qualifier Mayar Sherif in the second round on Thursday.
Sinner 'hits wall' as French Open bid collapses
Jannik Sinner said he ran out of energy and "hit the wall" as his 30-match winning run came to an abrupt halt in the second round of the French Open on Thursday.
France's Magnier sprints to Giro 18th stage win, Vingegaard in pink
Paul Magnier won the 18th stage of the Giro d'Italia on Thursday after a bunch sprint, as Jonas Vingegaard held the overall leader's pink jersey.
France's Kouame, 17, youngest man into Slam third round since Nadal
Home hope Moise Kouame became the youngest man to reach the third round of a Grand Slam tournament since Rafael Nadal 23 years ago, after an epic French Open win on Thursday.
'Dizzy' Sinner wilts in French Open heat, out in second round
Jannik Sinner's 30-match winning run came to an abrupt halt at the French Open on Thursday as the world number one succumbed to sweltering conditions in a five-set, second-round loss to Juan Manuel Cerundolo.
Ailing Sinner crashes out of French Open, Sabalenka waits
Jannik Sinner succumbed to an apparent bout of heatstroke and a remarkable Juan Manuel Cerundolo comeback to crash out of the French Open on Thursday, blowing the men's tournament wide open, before Aryna Sabalenka bids to avoid a similar fate.
Neymar a doubt for Brazil's World Cup opener due to injury
Brazil forward Neymar is a doubt for the start of the World Cup after injuring his calf, requiring two to three weeks of treatment, the national team's doctor Rodrigo Lasmar said on Thursday.
Scotland boss Clarke signs new four-year contract
Scotland manager Steve Clarke signed a four-year contract extension on Thursday as he prepares to lead his country to their first World Cup since 1998.
'Six machine' Sooryavanshi, 15, stakes India claim with new stunning knock
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's latest extraordinary innings was hailed by cricket greats on Thursday, as calls grow for the 15-year-old phenomenon to be propelled straight into the senior India team.
Sinner, Sabalenka aim to stay hot at French Open
Men's world number one Jannik Sinner continues his bid for a first French Open title on Thursday as his women's counterpart Aryna Sabalenka also seeks to move into the last 32 at Roland Garros.
Salah, Belgian golden generation eye last shot at World Cup glory
Egypt's Mohamed Salah and Belgium stalwarts Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku and Thibaut Courtois head into Group G at the 2026 World Cup knowing this summer's tournament will likely be their last chance for glory on football's biggest stage.
Braintree to City of Angels: NZ veteran's unlikely World Cup journey
Veteran New Zealand defender Tommy Smith admits there's only one reason he toiled away all last season in an English football backwater -- a ticket to his second World Cup.
Egypt eye World Cup breakthrough in Salah's likely last World Cup
Mohamed Salah has unfinished business in what could be his final World Cup as Egypt's superstar seeks to deliver a first win at the tournament for the Pharaohs.
Maverick Bielsa faces Uruguay mutiny ahead of World Cup
Marcelo Bielsa is widely revered as a pioneer of coaching but his unconventional methods risk ruining Uruguay's World Cup chances before the tournament has even begun.
Yamal injury hangs over Spain as Uruguay, Saudi seek Group H surprise
Spain's World Cup preparations have been beset by fitness concerns, including to star winger Lamine Yamal, as Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa faces a challenge to his authority before aiming to shock the European champions in Group H.
From refugees to World Cup for exciting Australian duo
Nestory Irankunda and Mohamed Toure are thriving in England's Championship and Australia coach Tony Popovic is banking on the young attacking duo to fire the Socceroos to a best-ever World Cup.
'No future plans, other than a hangover,' says Palace boss Glasner
Outgoing Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner said he had made no plans for his future other than "flying back to London with a hangover" after taking charge of his last match with the club.
Palace where they belong after year-long 'detour', says Glasner
Departing Crystal Palace manager toasted Wednesday's UEFA Conference League final victory by saying the club were back where they belong after a "year's detour".
Palace toast 'pure delight' of European triumph
Crystal Palace midfielder Tyrick Mitchell said winning the UEFA Conference League on Wednesday felt like "pure delight" after a decade at the London club.
Mateta fires Palace to Conference League glory in Glasner farewell
Jean-Philippe Mateta scored as Crystal Palace beat Rayo Vallecano 1-0 in the UEFA Conference League final in Leipzig on Wednesday to secure the club's first European trophy in their history.
Mateta sinks Rayo as Palace win Conference League in Glasner farewell
Jean-Philippe Mateta scored as Crystal Palace beat Rayo Vallecano 1-0 in the UEFA Conference League final in Leipzig on Wednesday to secure the club's first European trophy in their history.
Djokovic suggests rescheduling matches as heat rolls over French Open
Novak Djokovic continued his latest tilt at a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title with a four-set victory on Wednesday to reach the third round of the French Open, but suggested matches should be pushed back later in the day to combat the heatwave broiling at Roland Garros.
'Insane' to play in French Open heat, says Mensik after cramps
Jakub Mensik said it was "insane" to play a marathon match at the French Open in temperatures above 30C on Wednesday, after collapsing with cramp on court immediately after securing victory over Mariano Navone.
Barcelona reach agreement with Newcastle's Gordon
Barcelona reached an agreement with Newcastle on Wednesday for the transfer of England international Anthony Gordon, the La Liga champions told AFP, confirming reports in the Spanish press.
Sundowns, Pirates dominate South Africa World Cup squad
Recent major trophy winners Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates dominated the South Africa 2026 World Cup squad named in Pretoria on Wednesday with eight players each.