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Nillessen claims shock European 1,500m gold
Dutchman Stefan Nillessen produced an astonishing turn of pace in the last 50 metres to claim a shock victory in the men's 1,500m at the European championships in Birmingham on Saturday.
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Lala, now a hurricane, dumps heavy rain on Hawaii
Hurricane Lala on Saturday lashed Hawaii's Big Island with heavy rain and strong winds, as forecasters warned of potentially dangerous flooding across the US Pacific island state.
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Raducanu shrugs off injury fear ahead of US Open defence
Defending champion Emma Raducanu shrugged off fears about her US Open fitness after breaking down in tears during a practice session at Flushing Meadows on Friday.
Westwood blasts 'hypocrites', claims PGA changes only copy LIV Golf
England's Lee Westwood says US PGA Tour changes announced for next season are simply copies of what the Saudi-backed LIV Golf circuit is doing.
TotalEnergies to sell stake in war-linked Russian gas field
French energy firm TotalEnergies said Friday it was divesting its stake in a Russian gas field that was reported this week to be providing fuel that ends up in Russian fighter jets.
Alpine F1 chief says Piastri lacks 'integrity' in contract row
Alpine team chief Otmar Szafnauer on Friday accused the team's reserve driver Oscar Piastri of lacking "integrity" as a row over his future continued to dominate paddock gossip at the Belgian Grand Prix.
Trump raid sparked by recovery of top secret info
The stunning FBI raid on Donald Trump's Florida home was triggered by a review of 15 boxes of records previously surrendered by the former US president that contained top secret information -- including about human intelligence sources.
Verstappen sets Belgian GP pace and won't 'worry' over grid penalty
Max Verstappen oozed authority and calm on Friday as he topped the times in practice at the Belgian Grand Prix and dismissed concerns about starting Sunday's race from the back of the grid.
Ton-up Stokes and Foakes add to South Africa's agony in second Test
Ben Stokes hit his first century since being appointed England's full-time captain and wicketkeeper Ben Foakes also reached three figures as the hosts established a commanding lead over South Africa in the second Test in Manchester on Friday.
Hasan to replace injured Wasim after Pakistan suffer new Asia Cup blow
Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Wasim has been ruled out of the Asia Cup due to a side strain with Hasan Ali named as replacement, the country's cricket board said Friday.
Bastianini to replace Miller on Ducati factory bike in 2023
Italy's Enea Bastianini will ride for the Ducati factory team in the 2023 MotoGP world championship, replacing Australia's Jack Miller who is heading to KTM, the Italian team said Friday.
Rybakina unhappy over Wimbledon rankings snub
Elena Rybakina accused women's tennis of "weak" leadership on Friday for stripping Wimbledon of rankings points due to the championship's ban on players from Russia and Belarus.
Redacted affidavit in Trump home raid released
The Justice Department on Friday released a heavily-redacted copy of the affidavit that persuaded a US judge to authorize the stunning FBI search of the Florida residence of former president Donald Trump.
Argentina seizes 1.6 tons of cocaine headed for Dubai
Argentine authorities seized 1.6 tons of cocaine hidden in animal feed destined for Dubai and detained 12 people, police said on Friday.
Macron calls for 'new pact' with Algeria in reconciliation visit
President Emmanuel Macron called Friday for a "new pact" with Algeria and "truth and recognition" of the past, on day two of a visit to France's former colony aimed at mending troubled ties.
Verstappen edges Leclerc in Belgian GP practice as grid penalties loom
World champion and series leader Max Verstappen topped the times for Red Bull ahead of nearest rival Charles Leclerc of Ferrari in Friday's second practice at the Belgian Grand Prix.
Europe electricity prices soar as tough winter looms
European electricity prices soared to new records on Friday, presaging a bitter winter as Russia's invasion of Ukraine inflicts economic pain across the continent.
Rare India-Pakistan meeting in Asia Cup 'exciting' for Rahul
India's KL Rahul said on Friday his team is looking forward to playing Pakistan in a high-stakes Asia Cup clash this weekend with the arch-rivals only meeting each other in multi-nation events due to political issues between them.
'Not coping': Crisis at overcrowded Dutch asylum centre
Asylum seeker Lawrence resigned himself to another night sleeping outside near an overcrowded Dutch refugee centre, as aid groups warn of a humanitarian crisis at the facility where a three-month-old baby recently died.
Court rejects Cardiff appeal over Sala transfer fee
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Friday dismissed an appeal by Cardiff against having to pay the first instalment of the transfer fee for Argentine footballer Emiliano Sala, who died in a plane accident en route to his new club.
Stokes hits first hundred since taking over as England captain
Ben Stokes completed his first century since being appointed England's permanent captain as he made 103 to strengthen the hosts' grip on the second Test against South Africa at Old Trafford.
Confident Bayern ‘don’t care’ about rivals’ stumbles: Nagelsmann
Bayern Munich manager Julian Nagelsmann on Friday paid little heed to concerns the Bundesliga season was over before it begun, saying his only focus was on his team’s quest for an 11th consecutive title.
Herrada escapes to razor-edge Vuelta triumph
Jesus Herrada of Cofidis won stage seven of the Vuelta a Espana on Friday when an escape group beat the chasing pack over the 190km from Camargo to Cistierna in Castilla and Leon.
Stokes eyes century as England build large lead over South Africa
Ben Stokes was on the verge of a first century since being appointed England's full-time captain as the hosts established a commanding advantage over South Africa in the second Test at Old Trafford on Friday.
'House of the Dragon' renewed for second season
HBO announced Friday that the "House of the Dragon" fantasy drama would return for a second season, after the "Game of Thrones" prequel debuted to nearly 10 million US viewers.
Stocks slump after Fed chair vows tough inflation fight
Stock slumped on Friday after Federal Reserve boss Jerome Powell pledged to act "forcefully" against soaring inflation in a battle that will be painful for American families and businesses.
Silva 'will stay' at Man City: Guardiola
Pep Guardiola insists there is no chance of Portugal midfielder Bernardo Silva leaving Manchester City during the current transfer window.
Russians, Belarusians caught in the crossfire in Ukraine
Belarusian political refugee Karyna Patsiomkina thought she would be out of harm's way when she moved into a flat in Bucha, a lush suburb north of Kyiv, in early February.
CAS rejects Cardiff appeal over Sala transfer fee
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on Friday dismissed an appeal by Cardiff against having to pay the first instalment of the transfer fee for Argentine footballer Emiliano Sala, who died in a plane accident.
Klopp's Liverpool 'working' on potential signings
Jurgen Klopp said on Friday that Liverpool are "working constantly" on potential new signings as the Reds try to deal with the injury crisis that contributed to their dismal run.
Dutch midfielder Wijnaldum likely to miss World Cup with broken leg
Injured Netherlands midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum is unlikely to feature at this year's World Cup after Roma general manager Tiago Pinto said on Friday he would only return to the club in January.
Iranians pay homage to poet Ebtehaj, dead at 94
Hundreds of Iranians attended a funeral service in Tehran on Friday for the country's best-known contemporary poet, Hushang Ebtehaj, who died earlier this month aged 94.
Conte sees 'no problems' with goalless Son
Tottenham manager Antonio Conte said on Friday he backs Son Heung-min to end his goal drought after the South Korea forward failed to score in the first three games of the Premier League season.
Ukraine nuclear plant back online as inspection prepared
Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant occupied by Moscow's troops came back online on Friday afternoon, the state operator said, after Kyiv claimed it was cut from the national power grid by Russian shelling.