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New Zealanders pick endangered black robin as Bird of the Year
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China's Yu, 13, great for swimming says multiple Olympic medallist
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Asia stocks rise on AI, US-China trade talks optimism
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Putin's party set to retain power after Russia vote hit by cyberattacks, drones
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Malaysia's 'elephant whisperer' fights to save Borneo's endangered giants
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Germany's Merz under pressure after bruising state election losses
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'I live in fear': 1.5 million Pakistani children sexually exploited online
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Messi, Miami frustrated in 2-2 draw with San Diego
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Cowboys beat Commanders, Vikings down Bears as star QBs injured
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Thousands march in France against 'licence to kill' draft law
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Braves clinch division title as Red Sox reach MLB playoffs
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Forest fire threatens tourist town in Colombian Andes
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Bordeaux-Begles hammer Stade Francais despite Jalibert injury
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Torres on target again as PSG beat 10-man Marseille in Ligue 1
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Milan and Juventus end blips with home wins
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Germany's Merz vows to stay course despite new election defeats
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Bridgeman wins PGA Biltmore title with sizzling 61
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Carrick demands Man Utd response after 'pathetic' jibes
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Williams injured as Bears shut down by Vikings
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Liverpool boss Iraola urges Isak to raise his level
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US warns of rapid escalation in Middle East war
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Evenepoel wins record 4th straight world time-trial title
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Germany's far-right AfD celebrates another state election win
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France's Macron, Canada's Carney announce closer ties
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Russia vows revenge for election-day attacks as poll shows ruling party win
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Carrick defends troubled Man Utd after Fulham escape
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Spaun late shows snatches PGA Championship win
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Horror movie 'Resident Evil' tops N. American box office
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Conceicao strikes as Juventus beat Atalanta
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Germany's Merz vows to stay course despite new vote losses
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Britain, Zverev-inspired Germany, Spain complete Davis Cup finals
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Man City outgun Sunderland despite Brobbey hat-trick, Man Utd rescue Fulham draw
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Man Utd salvage Fulham draw as pressure mounts on Carrick
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Mourinho blames ref committee for Real Madrid derby defeat
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Spanish civil war drama 'The Black Ball' wins at Toronto festival
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Maresca craves a 1-0 win after eight-goal Man City thriller
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Germany's Merz shaken by far-right and far-left gains in state votes
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Atletico Madrid beat Real Madrid in tense derby clash
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Macron welcomes Canada's Carney to French Atlantic territory
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Reusser retains world time-trial title
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Fiorentina frustrate Napoli with Serie A draw, Como upset
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Man City outgun Sunderland despite Brobbey hat-trick, Liverpool win at Bournemouth
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Five-star Man City top Premier League after Sunderland thriller
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Top US, Chinese economic officials meet ahead of Trump-Xi summit
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Ukrainian drones hit Moscow on last day of Russian elections
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Erdogan's LGBTQ crackdown 'first step of election campaign': activist
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Multi-Asset Trading Venue Monochrome Exchange Announces IEO of Its Native Token, $MCR
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Mass drone barrage on Moscow kills two
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South Korea break Japan hearts to win Asian Games basketball gold
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82-year-old dies after beach fight in Greece over sun lounger
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China at the Paris Olympics: five stars to watch
China were second behind the United States in the medals table at the Tokyo Olympics three years ago and will be expecting to strike plenty more gold in Paris.
De Bruyne won't be leaving Man City says Guardiola
Pep Guardiola insists Kevin De Bruyne will not leave Manchester City this season after reports the Belgium star could move to Saudi Arabia.
Five magical Andy Murray moments
Former world number one and three-time Grand Slam title winner Andy Murray announced his retirement from tennis on Tuesday.
Andy Murray: Britain's straight-talking tennis trailblazer
Andy Murray escaped the horrors of a primary school shooting massacre when he was just eight years old to become one of the world's standout tennis champions in a modern era dominated by Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic.
Andy Murray confirms retirement after Paris Olympics
Former world number one and three-time Grand Slam title winner Andy Murray confrmed on Tuesday that he will retire after the Paris Olympics.
Jones 'optimistic' about young Japan team despite three defeats
Eddie Jones said Tuesday he was "really optimistic" about Japan's young team, despite losing all three Tests since he took charge for a second time in January.
Swedish rookie Larsson lifts Heat to NBA Summer League title
Swedish guard Pelle Larsson scored the deciding basket in overtime to give the Miami Heat a 120-118 triumph over the Memphis Grizzlies in Monday's NBA Summer League championship game.
As stigma fades, Paris Olympians prioritize mental health
Superstar gymnast Simone Biles says the soaring physical skills that have her headed to a third Olympics are grounded in a rigorous attention to mental health, long a taboo topic in elite sport.
Star names in short supply in men's Olympic football tournament
Kylian Mbappe wanted to take part in this year's Olympics in his home city, while there were hopes that Lionel Messi would feature for Argentina, but instead the men's football tournament at the Paris Games will be largely devoid of star attractions.
Paris prepares warm Olympics welcome -- except for rats
While the Paris Olympics is set to be a festival of socialising and intermingling, city authorities are keen for visitors not to encounter any of the capital's notorious furry inhabitants.
Mexico name veteran Javier Aguirre as new coach
Veteran Mexican coach Javier Aguirre was brought back as national football manager on Monday in an attempt to revive the team's 2026 World Cup hopes.
Marseille sign Tottenham's Hojbjerg on loan
French Ligue 1 club Marseille announced Monday the arrival on loan of Danish midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg from Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur.
Ben Youngs reveals heart surgery after training collapse
England's most-capped male rugby player Ben Youngs revealed he underwent heart surgery earlier this year after collapsing during an open training session with his club Leicester Tigers.
England rising star Bashir 'still learning tricks of the trade'
Shoaib Bashir may already be a Test-match winning bowler but the 20-year-old off-spinner insists he's still learning "the tricks of the trade".
Tour de France winner Pogacar pulls out of Olympics
Tour de France winner Tadej Pogacar on Monday pulled out of the Paris Olympics citing "tiredness", his Slovenia team announced.
Villa seal swoop for Everton midfielder Onana
Aston Villa signed Belgium midfielder Amadou Onana from Everton in a deal worth a reported £50 million ($64 million) on Monday.
Girmay celebrates Tour de France sprint success with new contract
Eritrean Biniam Girmay signed a contract extension with his Intermarche-Wanty team until 2028 hours after securing the Tour de France's green sprinters' points jersey, the outfit announced on Monday.
English cricket open to IPL investment in Hundred
English cricket chiefs confirmed on Monday they have held talks with Indian Premier League (IPL) owners about acquiring a stake in their domestic Hundred competition.
Man Utd sporting director Ashworth targets sustained success
Manchester United sporting director Dan Ashworth said on Monday the club's new hierarchy are determined to restore their team's tarnished reputation after "falling below the required standards" last season.
'Pariah': war leaves Russia shell of former self at Olympics
As nations come together in Paris to celebrate peaceful competition, sports powerhouse Russia will be an Olympic outcast after being shunned over its Ukraine assault and will not even broadcast the Games.
Verstappen, Norris reputations tarnished by outbursts at stormy Hungarian Grand Prix
Max Verstappen and Lando Norris did little to enhance their reputations on Sunday when a calm and mostly assured drive by Oscar Piastri set an example and carried him to a controversial victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix.
LeBron James to be Team USA flagbearer for Paris Olympics
LeBron James, the NBA's all-time leading points scorer, will be the male flagbearer for Team USA at the Paris Olympics, the USOPC announced on Monday.
Macron says France is ready to host Paris Olympics
President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday that France was ready to host the Paris Olympics as he visited the Athletes' Village four days before the Games begin.
Is Coe a future IOC president? Ask Lausanne, he says
Sebastian Coe has been portrayed by some as a potential successor to Thomas Bach as president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) but the athletics legend suggested to AFP it is out of his hands.
All Blacks legend Kirwan casts doubt on Savea's Moana move
All Blacks legend John Kirwan has cast doubt on Ardie Savea's switch to Moana Pasifika, saying it could affect his Test form for New Zealand.
Pressure builds in Serbia for Jokic to deliver at Olympics
After winning three MVP titles and one NBA championship, Nikola Jokic stands on the threshold of securing eternal glory in Serbia if he can bring home an Olympic gold medal to the basketball-mad country.
Sebastian Coe: 'It's not about being popular, it's about doing the right thing'
Sebastian Coe has proven to be his own man throughout his life but he told AFP he has never worried about doing what he thinks is right "even if it means temporary or long-term unpopularity."
Adeleke the face of modern Ireland eyes Olympic glory
Rhasidat Adeleke hopes to become the first Irish female to win an Olympic athletics gold in Paris, an achievement that would provide a fitting riposte to racists who have targeted her for online abuse.
What we know about the Paris Olympics opening ceremony
Organisers of Friday's opening ceremony for the Paris Olympics -- the first time it will be held outside a stadium -- have provided teasers for their spectacular plans but refused to give specifics.
Giron wins Hall of Fame Open for first ATP title
Marcos Giron captured his first ATP title on Sunday, defeating fellow American Alex Michelsen 6-7 (4/7), 6-3, 7-5 to win the Hall of Fame Open final.
All over for Cavendish? 'Yes, probably'
Mark Cavendish signed off on his record-setting Tour de France performance on Sunday by admitting he had "probably" competed in the final race of his career.
Thailand's Chanettee holds off Ryu to win LPGA Dana Open
Chanettee Wannasaen closed with back-to-back birdies to capture her second career LPGA title on Sunday, edging South Korean Ryu Hae-ran by a stroke to win the Dana Open.